Jessie Diggins, the trailblazing American cross-country skier, has declared that she will retire at the end of the season, capping off a remarkable 15-year career. The most decorated US skier in history, Diggins leaves a lasting legacy as the world’s No 1-ranked skier, a three-time World Cup champion, and a four-time Olympic medalist, including the historic 2018 team sprint gold.
Football Weekly Extra podcast reviews the thrilling international break, with last-minute winners, goal-fests, and underdog triumphs. The panelists discuss the excitement of the week and look ahead to the Premier League’s return, making this a standout period for football fans worldwide.
A federal judge ruled in favor of Meta in the FTC’s antitrust case, allowing the tech giant to maintain ownership of Instagram and WhatsApp. This decision has significant implications for the social media landscape and user privacy moving forward.
The influence of Elon Musk on X’s social platform and the Grok AI chatbot has raised eyebrows, with Grok’s worship of its creator becoming increasingly apparent. This trend highlights the potential risks of allowing a single individual’s preferences to dominate technology development.
A Madrid court has ordered Meta to pay €479 million in damages to 87 Spanish media outlets for unlawfully processing user data. The court found that Meta’s data collection practices violated EU’s General Data Protection Regulation and Spanish antitrust law, giving Meta a competitive advantage that harmed Spanish digital media outlets. This ruling highlights the importance of data privacy protection for consumers and holds tech companies accountable for their data processing practices.
Perplexity has made its AI browser, Comet, available for download on Android mobile devices via the Google Play Store. Previously exclusive to high-paying subscribers, the browser is now free for all users and offers features like an AI assistant and voice interaction. Perplexity’s move to integrate AI into browsing experiences aligns with its goal of collecting customer data for targeted advertising, a trend that has sparked interest and concern in the tech industry.
Following the government shutdown, FAA lifts daytime launch curfew affecting SpaceX’s next-gen booster failure. Pegasus ready to fly again, signaling market implications for competitive space industry.
In 2025, more than half of American families struggle to cover basic living costs amid soaring housing, healthcare, and childcare expenses that outpace income growth. The persistent shortage of affordable housing especially burdens millions, with widespread economic and social impacts.
Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, has been convicted on terrorism charges in Nigeria and sentenced to life imprisonment. The verdict marks a significant move in Nigeria’s fight against separatist insurgencies.
Colombian scientists have recovered artifacts from the San José, a Spanish galleon sunk in 1708 off Cartagena, believed to hold billions in treasure. The discovery highlights significant historical and monetary implications amid ongoing legal disputes.
