Business & Economy

Iran's Internal Crises Mount Amid US War and Economic Strain

Iran's Internal Crises Mount Amid US War and Economic Strain

Iran's internal crises are mounting as the nation faces a protracted war with the US, with economic hardship and social unrest threatening stabilit...

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John Bailey Obituary: NUJ Leader and Journalist Dies at 86

John Bailey Obituary: NUJ Leader and Journalist Dies at 86

John Bailey, a dedicated journalist and press officer who served as president and treasurer of the National Union of Journalists (NUJ), has died ag...

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US Iran Strikes Escalate as Peace Efforts Under Threat

US Iran Strikes Escalate as Peace Efforts Under Threat

The US Iran strikes have reignited a volatile tit-for-tat conflict, threatening fragile peace efforts and raising global concerns. As the United St...

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Eddie Howe Out at Newcastle: End of an Era for Thought Leader

Eddie Howe Out at Newcastle: End of an Era for Thought Leader

Eddie Howe's tenure at Newcastle United has come to an end, as the thought leader in football management runs out of time and ideas. The club's dec...

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Eddie Howe Newcastle Stats: Highs, Lows & Toon Turnover

Eddie Howe Newcastle Stats: Highs, Lows & Toon Turnover

Eddie Howe Newcastle stats reveal a dramatic journey from relegation battlers to Champions League contenders and back to mid-table. When Howe took ...

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Premier League £1.5bn EFL Deal: Financial Reset Explained

Premier League £1.5bn EFL Deal: Financial Reset Explained

The Premier League has agreed to a £1.5bn financial reset with EFL clubs, marking a historic shift in English football's revenue sharing. This new ...

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Water Scarcity in Rainy Climates: A Growing Crisis

Water Scarcity in Rainy Climates: A Growing Crisis

Water scarcity in rainy climates is a paradox that affects millions, as regions receiving substantial annual rainfall still struggle with shortages...

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UEFA Boycotts FIFA World Cup Sell-Off Plans: European Unity

UEFA Boycotts FIFA World Cup Sell-Off Plans: European Unity

The UEFA boycott of FIFA competitions marks a historic stand against the proposed sell-off of World Cup rights to private investors. All 55 Europea...

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Defence Spending Boost Drives UK Firms' Profit Surge

Defence Spending Boost Drives UK Firms' Profit Surge

Defence spending increases are boosting profits for UK firms like Rolls-Royce and BAE Systems, as governments worldwide raise military budgets. Bot...

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Bill Leader Obituary: Folk Music Producer Legacy

Bill Leader Obituary: Folk Music Producer Legacy

Bill Leader, the influential music producer behind Bert Jansch's debut album, has left an indelible mark on folk music. His innovative recording te...

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Rugby Concussion Lawsuit: Crucial Week and Key Questions...
Rugby Concussion Lawsuit: Crucial Week and Key Questions...
The landmark rugby concussion lawsuit has reached a pivotal stage, with hundreds of former players seeking justice for brain injuries they believe were caused by their careers. This week's hearings... Read more...
Andy Burnham's Promise to End Rough Sleeping – Can He Do It?
Andy Burnham's Promise to End Rough Sleeping – Can He Do It?
Andy Burnham's controversial promise to end rough sleeping in England is back in the spotlight. With a history of unfulfilled pledges, can the Prime Minister finally deliver? This article examines... Read more...
Americans View Politics as Greatest Threat to Safety – Study
Americans View Politics as Greatest Threat to Safety – Study
A new study reveals that Americans view politics as the greatest threat to their safety, with 10% citing it as their top daily risk—ten times the global average. The Lloyd’s... Read more...
Wetherspoon Fourth Profit Warning: Sales Below Expectations
Wetherspoon Fourth Profit Warning: Sales Below Expectations
JD Wetherspoon has issued its fourth profit warning in seven months, with the pub chain blaming worse-than-expected sales despite the World Cup. The company, which operates 793 pubs across the... Read more...
Michelin-Starred Restaurant Owner Faces Jail Over Ant Dessert
Michelin-Starred Restaurant Owner Faces Jail Over Ant Dessert
In a startling legal case, a Michelin-starred restaurant owner in South Korea faces potential jail time after serving a dessert topped with ants, an ingredient not approved under local food... Read more...
Ultra-Processed Food Lawsuits: How Firms Obstruct Health Rules
Ultra-Processed Food Lawsuits: How Firms Obstruct Health Rules
The world's biggest ultra-processed food companies have filed scores of lawsuits challenging government policies that tackle junk diets, according to a Guardian investigation. Ultra-processed food (UPF) is linked to harm... Read more...
Trump's Iran War: Is America Stuck in Another Forever War?
Trump's Iran War: Is America Stuck in Another Forever War?
Donald Trump's war in Iran has raised fears that the United States is being dragged into another forever war. Nearly five months after launching what he promised would be a... Read more...
Jeff Bezos in Talks to Buy 30% Stake in Liverpool FC
Jeff Bezos in Talks to Buy 30% Stake in Liverpool FC
Jeff Bezos has held talks about joining a consortium that is seeking to buy around 30% of Liverpool FC, a deal that could value the Premier League club at approximately... Read more...
Equinor Profits Double to $11.5bn Amid Oil Price Surge
Equinor Profits Double to $11.5bn Amid Oil Price Surge
Equinor profits doubled to $11.5bn in Q2 2025, driven by soaring oil and gas prices amid the ongoing war on Iran and reduced Gulf supplies. The Norwegian state oil company... Read more...
NHS Trust Faces Corporate Manslaughter Investigation After...
NHS Trust Faces Corporate Manslaughter Investigation After...
The NHS trust that treated triple killer Valdo Calocane is now under police investigation for corporate manslaughter after the Nottingham attacks in June 2023. This development raises serious questions about... Read more...
Bloomsbury wins millions in Anthropic copyright settlement
Bloomsbury wins millions in Anthropic copyright settlement
Bloomsbury, the publisher of Harry Potter, has secured a multimillion-pound payout as part of a $1.5 billion copyright settlement with AI startup Anthropic. This landmark agreement compensates thousands of authors... Read more...
Nicaragua Suspends Elections: Congress Plans to End Democracy
Nicaragua Suspends Elections: Congress Plans to End Democracy
Nicaragua suspends elections as its congress announces a work plan to implement President Daniel Ortega’s order to eliminate future votes. This move, strongly condemned by the UN and US, marks... Read more...