Business & Economy

Gianni Infantino's World Cup Sale: FIFA's Race to the Bottom Line

Gianni Infantino's World Cup Sale: FIFA's Race to the Bottom Line

Gianni Infantino's World Cup sale is a bold move that underscores FIFA's race to the bottom line, as the organization seeks over £7.5bn in private ...

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Burnham’s Bus Fare Cap: The Feelgood Factor Explained

Burnham’s Bus Fare Cap: The Feelgood Factor Explained

Andy Burnham’s bus fare cap has brought a feelgood factor to public transport in Greater Manchester, echoing historic fare reductions like London’s...

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London Heatwave Air Conditioning Ban Shames Vulnerable Families

London Heatwave Air Conditioning Ban Shames Vulnerable Families

The London heatwave air conditioning ban has left vulnerable families, including young children, sweltering in glass towers without relief. This cr...

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Trump Officials Used AI and Mafia Killer in Comey Case, Lawyers

Trump Officials Used AI and Mafia Killer in Comey Case, Lawyers

Trump officials turned to AI and a mafia killer to bolster the case against former FBI director James Comey, according to new allegations from his ...

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George Cottrell Transferred $2M to Mother Before Reform Donations

George Cottrell Transferred $2M to Mother Before Reform Donations

George Cottrell, a convicted fraudster, transferred over $2 million to his mother, Fiona Cottrell, days before her 2024 donations to Reform UK, acc...

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UK Social Care Reform: Burnham's Tax Rise Plan Explained

UK Social Care Reform: Burnham's Tax Rise Plan Explained

Andy Burnham has reignited the UK social care reform debate by proposing potential tax rises to fund a universal care system, a move that could res...

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FIFA World Cup Expansion: Infantino’s Vision for Growth

FIFA World Cup Expansion: Infantino’s Vision for Growth

Gianni Infantino’s FIFA World Cup expansion plans have been a defining feature of his presidency, driven by a relentless desire to grow the tournam...

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Cockroach Protests Rattle Modi: India's Youth Revolt

Cockroach Protests Rattle Modi: India's Youth Revolt

The Cockroach Janta protests have rattled Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government, as a satirical movement sparked by a judge's comment ha...

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John Croft Codebreaker Dies at 103: Bletchley Park Legacy

John Croft Codebreaker Dies at 103: Bletchley Park Legacy

John Croft, a distinguished codebreaker at Bletchley Park during World War II, has died at the age of 103. His work on breaking the Lorenz cipher a...

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FIFA Opens Disciplinary Case Against Argentina Over Falklands

FIFA Opens Disciplinary Case Against Argentina Over Falklands

FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against Argentina over the Falkland Islands banner and final chaos, marking a significant escalation in th...

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Oil Price Touches $95 Amid US-Iran Conflict Escalation
Oil Price Touches $95 Amid US-Iran Conflict Escalation
The oil price has breached the $95 per barrel mark for the first time in six weeks, driven by escalating US-Iran aggression over the Strait of Hormuz and Houthi threats... Read more...
Liverpool Ticket Tout Ban: 432 Lifetimes Bans & £1.2M Seized
Liverpool Ticket Tout Ban: 432 Lifetimes Bans & £1.2M Seized
Liverpool's ticket tout investigation has resulted in 432 lifetime bans and £1.2 million in assets seized, marking a landmark crackdown by the Premier League club and Merseyside police. This unprecedented... Read more...
Andy Burnham: What People Want from the New PM – Honesty &...
Andy Burnham: What People Want from the New PM – Honesty &...
The new prime minister, Andy Burnham, faces high expectations as people across the UK share their hopes for his leadership. In an online callout, about 400 respondents outlined the values... Read more...
Andy Burnham's EU Reset: What It Means for UK Trade
Andy Burnham's EU Reset: What It Means for UK Trade
Andy Burnham's rise to prime minister marks a new chapter in UK-EU relations, with Europe's leaders eagerly anticipating a thaw. As the self-styled 'King of the North' takes office, his... Read more...
Austria Opens Police Station at Hitler Birthplace to Deter...
Austria Opens Police Station at Hitler Birthplace to Deter...
Austria has opened a police station at Hitler's birthplace in Braunau am Inn to deter neo-Nazi pilgrimages and neutralize the building's toxic legacy. The conversion, costing €20 million, now houses... Read more...
UK Defence Spending Priority: Streeting's Economic Growth...
UK Defence Spending Priority: Streeting's Economic Growth...
UK defence spending is set to become a central pillar of economic strategy under Andy Burnham's government, with Defence Secretary Wes Streeting emphasising that increased military investment will drive growth.... Read more...
Gas Exports Tax of 25%: What It Could Fund for Australia
Gas Exports Tax of 25%: What It Could Fund for Australia
The proposed 25% tax on gas exports is gaining momentum within the Australian Labor Party as a way to secure a fair return for the nation's resources. At its national... Read more...
Lina Khan Named Chair of NYC Economic Development Board
Lina Khan Named Chair of NYC Economic Development Board
Lina Khan has been appointed chair of the New York City Economic Development Board by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, marking a pivotal shift in the city’s economic strategy. The former FTC... Read more...
Lobbying Firm Pays Journalists for Favorable Coverage: Exposé
Lobbying Firm Pays Journalists for Favorable Coverage: Exposé
A lobbying firm has been filmed offering a reporter payment for flattering client coverage in national press, according to a Guardian investigation. The firm, CT Group, co-founded by former electoral... Read more...
New Ukraine Army Chief Vows to Step Up Counteroffensive...
New Ukraine Army Chief Vows to Step Up Counteroffensive...
Ukraine's new army chief Mykhailo Drapatyi has vowed to step up counteroffensive actions, signaling a shift in military strategy as the war enters a critical phase. The 43-year-old major general... Read more...
Human Fridge: The Personal Cooling Booth That Cools You in 10...
Human Fridge: The Personal Cooling Booth That Cools You in 10...
The human fridge, also known as the Do Hiemon personal cooling booth, promises to chill your body completely in just 10 minutes. This innovative device has launched in Japan as... Read more...
Burnham to Review Early Prisoner Release Scheme: Key Updates
Burnham to Review Early Prisoner Release Scheme: Key Updates
The UK early prisoner release scheme is under review by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who has indicated he will examine the policy before it goes ahead in September. The... Read more...