Business & Economy

Oligarchs and Corporate Lobbying Threaten Basic Rights

Oligarchs and Corporate Lobbying Threaten Basic Rights

Oligarchs and corporate lobbying are increasingly undermining basic rights, as recent US and UK policies reveal a coordinated campaign to silence d...

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England's Hosepipe Bans: Golf Courses Stay Green While Lawns Die

England's Hosepipe Bans: Golf Courses Stay Green While Lawns Die

England's hosepipe bans have left residents watching their lawns turn brown, yet private schools and golf courses stay green, sparking outrage. The...

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Weather Drones vs Balloons: Meteobase Revolutionizes Research

Weather Drones vs Balloons: Meteobase Revolutionizes Research

Weather drones are emerging as a game-changing alternative to traditional instrumented balloons for atmospheric research, especially in the critica...

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HSBC Exits Australia Retail Banking: What It Means for You

HSBC Exits Australia Retail Banking: What It Means for You

HSBC is closing all its Australian branches and exiting the retail banking market, a major shift that impacts thousands of customers. The London-he...

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Summer Berry Dutch Baby Recipe: Easy Brunch Pancake

Summer Berry Dutch Baby Recipe: Easy Brunch Pancake

The summer berry dutch baby recipe from Benjamina Ebuehi is a delightful twist on the classic puffy pancake. This hybrid of pancake and Yorkshire p...

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Why Attacks on Hospitals Now Happen With Impunity

Why Attacks on Hospitals Now Happen With Impunity

Why attacks on hospitals from Ukraine to Lebanon now happen with impunity is a pressing question that reveals the erosion of international norms. A...

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Iraq Denies Prior Knowledge of US-Saudi Attacks: Key Updates

Iraq Denies Prior Knowledge of US-Saudi Attacks: Key Updates

Iraq has stated it had no prior knowledge of the US-Saudi attacks, a development that adds to regional tensions and impacts global shipping. This a...

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FIFA World Cup Sell-Off: Australia's Position Explained

FIFA World Cup Sell-Off: Australia's Position Explained

FIFA's controversial World Cup sell-off plans have ignited a global firestorm, with Football Australia and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) n...

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Chess Team Promotion Sparks Gender Rule Controversy in UK

Chess Team Promotion Sparks Gender Rule Controversy in UK

The UK's only all-female chess team, She Plays to Win Lionesses, has been promoted to the top tier of the Four Nations Chess League (4NCL) only to ...

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NHS Scraps Medical Training Initiative for Overseas Doctors

NHS Scraps Medical Training Initiative for Overseas Doctors

The NHS has scrapped the Medical Training Initiative, a longstanding scheme that allowed overseas doctors to gain valuable experience in UK hospita...

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Qantas Tests New Ultra Long-Range Airbus on 17,000km Flight
Qantas Tests New Ultra Long-Range Airbus on 17,000km Flight
Qantas has successfully completed a landmark test flight of its new ultra long-range Airbus A350-1000ULR, landing in Melbourne after a 19-hour nonstop journey from Toulouse, France. The aircraft, designed for... Mehr lesen …
Trump’s New Tariffs on 80+ Countries: What You Need to Know
Trump’s New Tariffs on 80+ Countries: What You Need to Know
The Trump administration’s new tariffs on more than 80 countries represent a significant escalation in global trade policy. Announced late Thursday, these fresh levies range from 10% to 12.5% and... Mehr lesen …
Trump's New Tariffs on 80 Nations Spark Political Backlash
Trump's New Tariffs on 80 Nations Spark Political Backlash
President Trump's new tariffs on more than 80 countries have ignited a fierce political backlash, with Democrats accusing the administration of an end-run around the Supreme Court and Congress. The... Mehr lesen …
Sky News Rebrand: What News24 Means for Australian Media
Sky News Rebrand: What News24 Means for Australian Media
The Sky News rebrand to News24 marks a significant shift in Australian media, as the Murdoch-owned channel prepares to launch under a new name after 30 years on air. This... Mehr lesen …
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... Mehr lesen …
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... Mehr lesen …
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... Mehr lesen …
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... Mehr lesen …
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... Mehr lesen …
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... Mehr lesen …
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... Mehr lesen …
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... Mehr lesen …