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The Seattle Seahawks crushed the New England Patriots with an unrelenting defensive performance, winning the Super Bowl 29-13 at Levi’s Stadium. The victory marked Seattle’s second championship in franchise history. Two of the NFL’s toughest defences faced off in the season’s biggest game, and Seattle dominated from the opening snap. Briton Aden Durde became the first overseas coach to lift the league’s top prize in the United States. Dark Side Defence Rules the Super Bowl Seattle’s 46-year-old defensive coordinator has built the NFL’s most feared unit, nicknamed “the Dark Side.” On Super Bowl Sunday in Santa Clara, California, the Patriots…

A South Korean cryptocurrency exchange accidentally sent customers more than 40 billion dollars in bitcoin. The mistake briefly turned some users into multimillionaires. The company had intended to give a small reward of 2,000 won, worth about 1.37 dollars. Instead, it sent 2,000 bitcoins to customers on Friday. The platform Bithumb apologised for the error and detailed the incident. The company said it quickly noticed the mistake and recovered nearly all missing tokens. It restricted trading and withdrawals for 695 affected customers within 35 minutes of the glitch. Exchange Recovers Almost All Misplaced Bitcoin Bithumb said it retrieved 99.7 percent…

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order threatening tariffs on countries that continue trading with Iran. The order does not set a fixed rate but uses 25 percent as an example. It says the tariff could apply to goods imported into the United States from any nation that directly or indirectly purchases goods or services from Iran. Trump did not comment directly on the order but emphasized that Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons. He spoke from Air Force One while senior US and Iranian officials held talks in Oman after weeks of escalating threats. Trump had already…

The European Union has warned TikTok to change its platform design or face massive financial penalties. The European Commission said the video app violated EU online safety rules. Officials reached this conclusion after an investigation launched in February 2024. Regulators examined how TikTok’s features influence user behaviour. The Commission said TikTok failed to properly assess risks to mental wellbeing. Investigators focused on autoplay and endless content feeds. They said these features can harm users, particularly children. Regulators also said TikTok did not implement sufficient safeguards to reduce these risks. TikTok rejected the findings through a company spokesperson. The firm called…

For two months, the US Department of Justice released millions of documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The files reveal years of alleged sex trafficking by the wealthy financier. President Donald Trump now calls for the nation to move forward. Washington, however, shows little sign of letting the story fade. Justice department wraps up its review Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said the government review has concluded. Congress mandated the review through legislation passed in November. Blanche said prosecutors found no grounds for new criminal charges. He confirmed the files include emails, photographs, and extensive correspondence. He added that the material…

Netflix struggled to convince US senators that its $82bn takeover of Warner Bros Discovery would benefit consumers, workers, and the entertainment industry. On Tuesday, the Senate antitrust subcommittee, including Democrats and Republicans, questioned the merger’s effects on competition, pricing, and cinemas. The deal, now under Department of Justice review, would give Netflix control of Warner Bros’ film and television studios and the HBO Max streaming service. Rival bidder Paramount Skydance continues to push its competing offer. Senators’ questions showed bipartisan concern, while the DoJ retains authority to approve or block the merger. Senators probe impact on theatres and workforce During…

China has banned hidden door handles on electric vehicles due to mounting safety concerns. The country becomes the first to outlaw the design. Regulators acted as electric vehicles face increased scrutiny worldwide. Several deadly accidents prompted the crackdown. Two fatal crashes in China involved electric cars produced by Xiaomi. Investigators suspected power failures prevented passengers from opening the doors. Mechanical Door Access Becomes Mandatory The new rules allow sales only for cars with mechanical door releases inside and outside. State media reported full details of the regulations. Authorities want to ensure access during accidents and power failures. Regulators aim to…

Gold and silver prices fell sharply as investors rushed to exit positions that had driven metals to record levels. Losses intensified on Monday following a heavy sell-off on Friday, signaling a sudden shift in market sentiment. In Asian trading, spot gold dropped more than nine percent to around $4,403 per ounce. Silver slid roughly 15 percent to below $72 per ounce. Both metals had surged earlier this year amid heightened geopolitical uncertainty. Fed chair nomination eases market fears The rally reflected investor concerns over geopolitics and uncertainty about US monetary policy. Traders also feared political influence on the Federal Reserve.…

Carlos Alcaraz claimed a dramatic Australian Open final and became the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam at 22. He stopped Novak Djokovic from reaching a record 25th major title. Alcaraz sank to the court after sealing a 2-6 6-2 6-3 7-5 victory. The Melbourne crowd celebrated a moment that signals a new era in men’s tennis. Sportsmanship shines in the finale Djokovic showed class despite the defeat. He climbed over the net and embraced Alcaraz as applause swept through Rod Laver Arena. The Serbian star acknowledged the significance of the moment. He knows chances to strengthen his…

Donald Trump warned that doing business with China posed serious risks for the UK as Sir Keir Starmer arrived in Shanghai. The prime minister reached the city on the third day of his official visit to China. Trump reacted to agreements aimed at increasing trade and investment between Britain and China. Officials announced those deals after Sir Keir met President Xi Jinping in Beijing. Trump made the remarks while attending a documentary premiere about his wife, Melania, on Thursday. He described Xi as a friend and said he knew the Chinese president very well. Trump offered no further explanation of…