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US Economic Growth Slows in Q4 Amid Government Shutdown and Global Tensions
The U.S. economy's growth slowed to 0.5% in Q4 2025, down from an earlier estimate, influenced by a lengthy government shutdown and geopolitical tensions. Rising energy costs and global conflicts add to the uncertainty for 2026, with economic stability hinging on policy responses and global trade dynamics.
Britain's defence secretary revealed a Royal Navy mission tracking Russian subs near critical undersea cables in the North Atlantic, emphasizing deterrence against potential sabotage. This operation, amid broader geopolitical tensions, underscores NATO's vigilance and the UK's commitment to safeguard vital infrastructure against perceived Russian threats.
VW will stop producing the ID.4 at its Chattanooga plant this April due to weak U.S. demand and loss of federal EV tax credits, shifting focus to gasoline SUVs. Despite this, VW plans to maintain ID.4 availability through existing inventory and will outline future North American EV plans later, as the plant adapts to long-term strategies for U.S. consumers.
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Oracle launches Fusion Agentic Applications, a new AI suite enhancing its Fusion Cloud platform to automate workflows in finance, supply chain, HR, and CRM. Emphasizing governance and safety, the apps aim for autonomous execution within security frameworks, promising efficiency gains and improved business processes.
Tether launches the QVAC SDK, an open-source AI toolkit enabling on-device AI without cloud reliance, promoting decentralized and edge AI applications. This move extends Tether's reach beyond stablecoins, aiming for a globally scalable, serverless AI future by focusing on privacy, offline execution, and open-source community innovation.
China's unofficial ban on South Korean entertainment since 2016 reflects strategic aims to bolster domestic pop culture while maintaining geopolitical leverage. While the ban is not absolute, its easing depends on high-level diplomacy and regional governance differences, with hopes for change kept alive through diplomatic talks.
Renowned wildlife filmmaker, known for BBC's Planet Earth, passes away at 74, leaving a legacy of groundbreaking nature storytelling. His collaborations with Sir David Attenborough and pioneering footage revolutionized the genre, earning him an OBE for contributions to environmental awareness.
Nike, MLB, and Fanatics have unveiled the 2026 City Connect jerseys, showcasing unique designs for eight teams, each symbolizing local culture and team heritage. The Atlanta Braves debut a nostalgic powder blue outfit with a modern twist on April 10 against the Cleveland Guardians.
Spanish authorities have dismantled the notorious Scottish Lyons clan crime syndicate with 14 arrests across various countries in Operation Armorum. This international crackdown involved several major global law enforcement agencies, highlighting the clan's involvement in drug trafficking and money laundering.














