Business & Economy

Healthcare Workers in Lebanon Face Deadly Attacks: A Crisis

Healthcare Workers in Lebanon Face Deadly Attacks: A Crisis

The Israel-Lebanon war has become deadly for healthcare workers, with at least 135 medical professionals killed since March, making Lebanon one of ...

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Climate Policy Reversals: 45 Pledges Junked as Wildfires Rage

Climate Policy Reversals: 45 Pledges Junked as Wildfires Rage

Climate policy reversals are accelerating even as wildfires rage across Europe and the world, with 45 pledges junked in the past year. The alarming...

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FEED with Jimi Famurewa: The Guardian Launches Food Video Series

FEED with Jimi Famurewa: The Guardian Launches Food Video Series

The Guardian has launched its first food video series, FEED with Jimi Famurewa, a six-part show exploring the most defining and delicious food tren...

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Japan Earthquake Survival Stories: Loss and Resilience in Kyushu

Japan Earthquake Survival Stories: Loss and Resilience in Kyushu

The Japan earthquake that struck Kyushu on Tuesday has left a trail of destruction, but amid the chaos, stories of survival and loss are emerging. ...

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Heathrow Expansion Costs to Raise Airfares for Decades

Heathrow Expansion Costs to Raise Airfares for Decades

Heathrow passengers face higher fares as the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has permitted the airport to recover up to £320m in early expansion ...

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JD Vance Loses MAGA Support: 2028 Rivals Worse?

JD Vance Loses MAGA Support: 2028 Rivals Worse?

JD Vance is losing support among MAGA loyalists, but his potential 2028 rivals are even less appealing. This political shift raises questions about...

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US-Saudi Strikes on Iran-Backed Militias in Iraq: What It Means

US-Saudi Strikes on Iran-Backed Militias in Iraq: What It Means

The US-Saudi strikes on Iran-backed militias in Iraq mark a significant escalation in Middle East tensions, with the US military confirming joint o...

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Greggs Sales Jump 7.2% as Iced Matcha and Chicken Rolls Drive

Greggs Sales Jump 7.2% as Iced Matcha and Chicken Rolls Drive

Greggs sales jump 7.2% to £1.1bn in the first half of the year, fueled by iced matcha lattes and chicken rolls that became heatwave hits. The UK's ...

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What Should Replace the American-Led World Order? A New Vision

What Should Replace the American-Led World Order? A New Vision

What should replace the American-led world order is a pressing question as the unipolar era fades. The decline of Pax Americana opens space for a m...

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Gertrude Ederle First Woman to Swim English Channel: Historic

Gertrude Ederle First Woman to Swim English Channel: Historic

Gertrude Ederle became the first woman to swim the English Channel on August 6, 1926, completing the 21-mile crossing in 14 hours and 45 minutes—a ...

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Middle East Crisis: UN Warns Situation ‘Getting Out of...
Middle East Crisis: UN Warns Situation ‘Getting Out of...
The Middle East crisis is rapidly escalating as the UN secretary general warns the situation is “getting out of control” and teetering on the edge of unimaginable confrontation. The region... Read more...
Trump Fresh Tariffs Hit UK, EU, and Major Trading Partners
Trump Fresh Tariffs Hit UK, EU, and Major Trading Partners
Trump fresh tariffs have been imposed on the UK, EU, and dozens of other trading partners, replacing a previous 10% global duty and sparking widespread criticism from allies and major... Read more...
UK Consumer Confidence Gets Burnham Bounce in July
UK Consumer Confidence Gets Burnham Bounce in July
UK consumer confidence surged in July by the largest margin in nearly three years, driven by the so-called 'Burnham bounce' following Andy Burnham's byelection victory, a strong England run at... Read more...
MPs' Staff Security: Urgent Need for Better Protection
MPs' Staff Security: Urgent Need for Better Protection
MPs' staff security has become a critical issue as a new survey reveals that 78% of staff received threatening communication and nearly one in three fear for their safety. The... Read more...
Business Rate Cut for Pubs: What It Means for Your Bar Bill
Business Rate Cut for Pubs: What It Means for Your Bar Bill
The recent business rate cut for pubs announced by Andy Burnham has sparked debate across the hospitality sector. Under the new policy, pubs, clubs, and live music venues will see... Read more...
Trump Dismantles ICC 'Brick by Brick': Sanctions and Risks
Trump Dismantles ICC 'Brick by Brick': Sanctions and Risks
The Trump administration has announced its intention to dismantle the International Criminal Court (ICC) "brick by brick," marking one of the most aggressive attacks on global justice institutions in modern... Read more...
Trump Tariffs: Forced Labour Rationale Sparks Global Confusion
Trump Tariffs: Forced Labour Rationale Sparks Global Confusion
Donald Trump's forced labour tariffs on more than 80 countries have sparked anger and confusion among US allies and trading partners. The new measures, imposed under Section 301 of the... Read more...
Regional Mayors Key Roles in UK Policy: No 10 North Plan
Regional Mayors Key Roles in UK Policy: No 10 North Plan
Regional mayors are set to take leading roles in UK economic policy under the revived National Economic Council (NEC), as part of Prime Minister Andy Burnham's ambitious No 10 North... Read more...
AI Drug Discovery Career: How an Online MSc Made It Possible
AI Drug Discovery Career: How an Online MSc Made It Possible
An AI drug discovery career may seem like a distant dream, but for Rebecca Docherty, it became reality through an online MSc in computer science at the University of Bath.... Read more...
Andy Burnham's Localism Sham: Acting as Mayor of Everywhere?
Andy Burnham's Localism Sham: Acting as Mayor of Everywhere?
Andy Burnham claimed to be a localist upon taking office, but his first week reveals him acting as mayor of everywhere, centralizing power rather than devolving it. This contradiction undermines... Read more...
Record Heat Sends Online Retail Sales to Five-Year High
Record Heat Sends Online Retail Sales to Five-Year High
Record heat in June drove online retail sales to a five-year high in Great Britain, according to new data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The volume of retail... Read more...
Andy Burnham's Uphill Battle to Restore British Trust
Andy Burnham's Uphill Battle to Restore British Trust
Andy Burnham faces a monumental challenge in restoring British trust, as a new Ipsos survey reveals deep pessimism and a fractured social contract. The data from the Understanding Society study... Read more...