Business & Economy

Diiv's Zirp! Album: A Capitalist Critique Through Indie Rock

Diiv's Zirp! Album: A Capitalist Critique Through Indie Rock

Diiv's new album Zirp! offers a sharp critique of capitalism while marking a fresh start for the band after addiction and losing a home to LA wildf...

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Colombia ELN Prepares for War as New President Ends Peace Talks

Colombia ELN Prepares for War as New President Ends Peace Talks

Colombia's ELN guerrilla group prepares for war as the country's new president, Abelardo de la Espriella, ends peace talks and launches a military ...

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The Last House Review: Post-Covid Thriller Delivers Solid Night

The Last House Review: Post-Covid Thriller Delivers Solid Night

The Last House review finds a post-Covid apocalyptic lockdown thriller that delivers a solid night in, blending domestic drama with genre thrills. ...

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Tory Social Housing Ban on Foreign Nationals Sparks Outrage

Tory Social Housing Ban on Foreign Nationals Sparks Outrage

The Tory plan to ban foreign nationals from social housing has ignited fierce criticism from charities, unions, and opposition parties, as the part...

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Clara Peeters Masterpiece Discovered in Museum Storage

Clara Peeters Masterpiece Discovered in Museum Storage

Clara Peeters, a pioneering still life artist, has been thrust into the spotlight after a masterpiece was discovered buried in museum storage. The ...

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Felicity Cloake Q&A: Perfect Recipes and Cooking Tips Revealed

Felicity Cloake Q&A: Perfect Recipes and Cooking Tips Revealed

Felicity Cloake, the Guardian's renowned food writer, is hosting a live Q&A session where she will answer your burning questions about perfect ...

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Dazn Acquires Australia Cricket Rights in Landmark Streaming Deal

Dazn Acquires Australia Cricket Rights in Landmark Streaming Deal

Dazn has acquired the UK broadcasting rights for Australia's Test series against Bangladesh, marking a significant shift in cricket media rights. T...

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Trump Orders 15% Tariff on Polysilicon for Solar and Chips

Trump Orders 15% Tariff on Polysilicon for Solar and Chips

Donald Trump has ordered a new 15% tariff on polysilicon imports, a critical material for solar panels and microchips, aiming to strengthen US supp...

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Sir Christopher Ondaatje Obituary: Businessman and Philanthropist

Sir Christopher Ondaatje Obituary: Businessman and Philanthropist

Sir Christopher Ondaatje, a prominent businessman and philanthropist, passed away, leaving a legacy of transformative giving. His obituary highligh...

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AFL Concussion Waiver: Geelong Defender Kolodjashnij Speaks Out

AFL Concussion Waiver: Geelong Defender Kolodjashnij Speaks Out

The AFL concussion waiver controversy has taken a new turn as Geelong defender Jake Kolodjashnij publicly confirmed he is the player who signed the...

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Eddie Howe Newcastle Stats: Highs, Lows, and Turnover
Eddie Howe Newcastle Stats: Highs, Lows, and Turnover
Eddie Howe's Newcastle tenure saw dramatic highs and lows, with Eddie Howe Newcastle stats revealing a journey from relegation battle to Champions League qualification and back to mid-table. This analysis... Read more...
UEFA Boycotts FIFA World Cup Sell-Off Plans: European Unity
UEFA Boycotts FIFA World Cup Sell-Off Plans: European Unity
UEFA has agreed to boycott all FIFA competitions if Gianni Infantino proceeds with proposals to sell World Cup rights to private investors. This unprecedented move unites all 55 European member... Read more...
UK Defence Profits Soar as Governments Boost Spending
UK Defence Profits Soar as Governments Boost Spending
The UK defence sector is seeing a significant profits boost as governments worldwide increase military spending, with industry giants like Rolls-Royce and BAE Systems raising their earnings guidance. This surge... Read more...
Bill Leader Obituary: Folk Music Producer Legacy
Bill Leader Obituary: Folk Music Producer Legacy
Bill Leader, the influential folk music producer, shaped the sound of British folk with recordings like Bert Jansch's debut. His work in the 1960s redefined the genre, earning him a... Read more...
Jennifer Oldfield Obituary: A Life in Politics and Communications
Jennifer Oldfield Obituary: A Life in Politics and Communications
Jennifer Oldfield obituary: a remarkable life in politics and communications, from the UK civil service to the United Nations. Her career spanned key roles in government and global advocacy, leaving... Read more...
Bank of England Holds Rates at 3.75% as Inflation Fears Mount
Bank of England Holds Rates at 3.75% as Inflation Fears Mount
The Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% as inflation fears mount, signaling a cautious approach amid geopolitical tensions and rising energy costs. This decision, made by the Monetary... Read more...
Burnham's Pragmatic North Sea Oil Stance Sparks Climate Debate
Burnham's Pragmatic North Sea Oil Stance Sparks Climate Debate
Andy Burnham's recent statement to Donald Trump about being pragmatic on North Sea oil drilling has ignited a fierce political debate, highlighting the tension between energy security and climate commitments.... Read more...
John Mann Obituary: Educational Leader's Legacy and Impact
John Mann Obituary: Educational Leader's Legacy and Impact
John Mann, an influential educational leader and community volunteer, has died aged 96, leaving a profound legacy in UK education. His career spanned teaching, administration, and policy, shaping modern schooling... Read more...
Gunther von Hagens Obituary: Body Worlds Creator Dies at 81
Gunther von Hagens Obituary: Body Worlds Creator Dies at 81
Gunther von Hagens, the German anatomist who invented plastination and created the controversial Body Worlds exhibition, has died at 81. His revolutionary technique preserved human corpses for public display, sparking... Read more...
FA Raises Minimum Ban for Racism to 10 Matches in New Rules
FA Raises Minimum Ban for Racism to 10 Matches in New Rules
The FA has announced a significant increase in the minimum punishment for discriminatory behaviour, raising the ban from six to 10 matches for players and football participants found guilty of... Read more...
Prison Recalls Exceed Releases for First Time in England and
Prison Recalls Exceed Releases for First Time in England and
Prison recalls have surpassed releases for the first time in England and Wales, with 101 people recalled for every 100 released in early 2026. This unprecedented milestone highlights a growing... Read more...
Trump May Temporarily Drop Blanche AG Bid Amid Senate Feud
Trump May Temporarily Drop Blanche AG Bid Amid Senate Feud
Trump may temporarily drop his bid to make Todd Blanche attorney general, but he plans to keep Blanche in an acting role until two Republican senators leave office next year.... Read more...