Business & Economy

Japan Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 30 as Rescue Efforts

Japan Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 30 as Rescue Efforts

The Japan earthquake death toll has risen to 30, with rescue teams battling extreme heat and aftershocks to find survivors in Kumamoto prefecture. ...

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Hard Hat vs Graduation Cap: Is University Still Worth It?

Hard Hat vs Graduation Cap: Is University Still Worth It?

The debate between the hard hat vs graduation cap is reshaping how families view success. For decades, a university degree was the gold standard, b...

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Living Room Hogging: How to Set Boundaries with House Guests

Living Room Hogging: How to Set Boundaries with House Guests

Living room hogging can create tension when a house guest overstays their welcome. In this article, we explore practical strategies to set boundari...

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Florentine Friars' Elixir: A Coca-Cola Precursor?

Florentine Friars' Elixir: A Coca-Cola Precursor?

An Italian friar has unearthed a document from a Florentine convent describing a medicinal potion made from coca leaves and kola nuts, prompting sp...

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NSW Liberal Factionalism Exposed: Icac Probe Reveals 'Warring

NSW Liberal Factionalism Exposed: Icac Probe Reveals 'Warring

The NSW Liberal Party factionalism has come under intense scrutiny as the Independent Commission Against Corruption (Icac) hears explosive evidence...

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Luke Littler Dominates Darts: Double Tops and Unstoppable Form

Luke Littler Dominates Darts: Double Tops and Unstoppable Form

Luke Littler continues to dominate professional darts, as his recent World Matchplay victory demonstrates. The teenage sensation has won six out of...

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Shell Profits Double to $9.8B as Oil and Gas Prices Surge

Shell Profits Double to $9.8B as Oil and Gas Prices Surge

Shell's profits more than doubled to $9.8 billion in the second quarter, driven by a surge in oil and gas prices amid the Middle East crisis. Europ...

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FIFA World Cup Investment: More Money, But No Guarantee of

FIFA World Cup Investment: More Money, But No Guarantee of

FIFA's justification for its proposed plans to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors is about giving the 211 member associations more m...

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Eddie Howe Leaves Newcastle: Jaissle Set to Replace as Manager

Eddie Howe Leaves Newcastle: Jaissle Set to Replace as Manager

Eddie Howe leaves Newcastle United after a transformative tenure, with Matthias Jaissle set to replace him as the club's new manager. The unexpecte...

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US Borrowing Costs Hit 19-Year High as Fed Holds Rates

US Borrowing Costs Hit 19-Year High as Fed Holds Rates

The US borrowing costs have surged to a 19-year high as the Federal Reserve voted to hold its key interest rate steady, raising concerns about infl...

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Zelenskyy Under Pressure to Reinstate Sacked Defence Minister
Zelenskyy Under Pressure to Reinstate Sacked Defence Minister
Volodymyr Zelenskyy is under growing pressure to reinstate his sacked defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov after campaigners launched indefinite nationwide protests. The political turmoil threatens to destabilize Ukraine's war effort as... Lire plus...
Rugby Brain Injury Lawyers: Legal Battle for Players' Future
Rugby Brain Injury Lawyers: Legal Battle for Players' Future
Rugby brain injury lawyers are at the center of a high-stakes legal battle as hundreds of former players face the possibility of having their claims struck out. The case, involving... Lire plus...
Paramount's £80bn Warner Brothers Takeover Gets EU Approval
Paramount's £80bn Warner Brothers Takeover Gets EU Approval
Paramount Skydance's £80bn Warner Brothers takeover took a major step forward after winning conditional approval from the European Union. The European Commission cleared the deal after Paramount agreed to end... Lire plus...
Liverpool Stake Offer: £1.35bn Deal with Bezos and Bhatia
Liverpool Stake Offer: £1.35bn Deal with Bezos and Bhatia
Liverpool is primed for a major investment as a consortium led by Amit Bhatia, former co-owner of Queens Park Rangers and son-in-law of steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal, has opened talks... Lire plus...
House Passes $1.15tn Defense Bill Amid Israel, Trump Voter...
House Passes $1.15tn Defense Bill Amid Israel, Trump Voter...
The $1.15tn defense bill passed the US House amid a standoff over Israel and Trump's voter agenda, highlighting deep partisan divides. The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) cleared the Republican-controlled... Lire plus...
Anas Sarwar Resigns as Scottish Labour Leader to Join UK...
Anas Sarwar Resigns as Scottish Labour Leader to Join UK...
Anas Sarwar has resigned as Scottish Labour leader to join Andy Burnham’s new government, a move that has sparked fury from Holyrood rivals. Less than three months after leading his... Lire plus...
Meta Lawsuit Dropped by Teen Over Social Media Addiction
Meta Lawsuit Dropped by Teen Over Social Media Addiction
The Meta lawsuit over social media addiction took a surprising turn when a Florida teen dropped his case against the company just days before trial. The 15-year-old, identified as RKC,... Lire plus...
House Republicans' $95bn Bill: Iran War Funding and Farmer Aid
House Republicans' $95bn Bill: Iran War Funding and Farmer Aid
The House Republicans' $95bn bill to fund the war with Iran and aid farmers has passed a critical budget resolution in a near party-line vote of 216-214. This reconciliation bill... Lire plus...
Google Earnings Surge: 12th Consecutive Quarter of Revenue...
Google Earnings Surge: 12th Consecutive Quarter of Revenue...
Google earnings for the second quarter of 2025 have once again topped analyst expectations, marking the 12th consecutive quarter of double-digit revenue growth for parent company Alphabet. The tech giant... Lire plus...
Madison Police Shooting: Officer Kills Man, Protests Erupt
Madison Police Shooting: Officer Kills Man, Protests Erupt
The Madison police shooting on Wednesday has ignited protests and renewed calls for accountability after a police officer fatally shot a man in his 30s. The incident, captured on cellphone... Lire plus...
Trump Economic Policies Face Affordability Scrutiny at Rally
Trump Economic Policies Face Affordability Scrutiny at Rally
Donald Trump's economic policies took center stage at a Georgia rally, where he dismissed the term “affordability” while touting new tax-free investment accounts. The event highlighted the ongoing political battle... Lire plus...
Lime Ebikes Profitability: How Do They Make Money?
Lime Ebikes Profitability: How Do They Make Money?
Lime ebikes and e-scooters have become a common sight in cities worldwide, but how does the micro-mobility company actually make money? A recent share market debut and public financial filings... Lire plus...