Business & Economy

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 Middle East tensions. The ene...

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NSW Liberal Factionalism Exposed: Reformers' Donation Scandal

NSW Liberal Factionalism Exposed: Reformers' Donation Scandal

The NSW Liberal Party's internal factionalism has been thrust into the spotlight as the Independent Commission Against Corruption (Icac) investigat...

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Eddie Howe Leaves Newcastle United: Jaissle Set to Replace

Eddie Howe Leaves Newcastle United: Jaissle Set to Replace

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

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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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Surviving Two Years of Farm Slavery in Spain: A Story of

Surviving Two Years of Farm Slavery in Spain: A Story of

Modern slavery on a Spanish farm kept Fatima, a Moroccan migrant worker, in forced labor for two years, working up to 19 hours a day. Her story rev...

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FIFA Member Funding: Billions Promised, But Oversight Still

FIFA Member Funding: Billions Promised, But Oversight Still

FIFA's proposed plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors promises over $10bn for member associations, but the critical question remains: ...

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Best Cordless Vacuum Cleaners UK 2026: Tested Picks for Spotless

Best Cordless Vacuum Cleaners UK 2026: Tested Picks for Spotless

The best cordless vacuum cleaners in the UK are essential for maintaining a spotless home with minimal effort. After rigorously testing 16 leading ...

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WSL 2026-27 Fixtures: London City Lionesses vs Man United Opener

WSL 2026-27 Fixtures: London City Lionesses vs Man United Opener

The WSL 2026-27 fixtures have been officially released, and the headline opener sees London City Lionesses host Manchester United on Friday 4 Septe...

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Joe Root Returns as England Test Captain, Stephen Fleming Named

Joe Root Returns as England Test Captain, Stephen Fleming Named

Joe Root has been confirmed as England's new Test captain, with Stephen Fleming appointed as the men's Test coach. This pivotal change comes after ...

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Why AI Can't Replace the Human Body: Key Insights

Why AI Can't Replace the Human Body: Key Insights

Artificial intelligence is everywhere, but the human body remains essential to consciousness, as recent research on embodied cognition shows. The i...

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Rainclouds Travel Farther in Warmer World: New Research
Rainclouds Travel Farther in Warmer World: New Research
Rainclouds travel farther in warmer world, according to new research that reveals raindrops now journey 30 to 50 miles longer before falling. This shift in atmospheric moisture pathways has significant... Lire plus...
Chicken with Sweet and Sour Lemon Tarragon Sauce Recipe
Chicken with Sweet and Sour Lemon Tarragon Sauce Recipe
Chicken with sweet and sour lemon and tarragon sauce is a delightful dish that brings together the bright flavors of lemon, the aromatic touch of tarragon, and a perfectly balanced... Lire plus...
UK Police Ceding Criminal Cases to US Military Under Review
UK Police Ceding Criminal Cases to US Military Under Review
The UK government and police chiefs are reviewing why police ceding criminal cases to US military has become a recurring pattern, raising serious concerns about justice for victims. This review... Lire plus...
Young Africans See USAID Cuts as Positive: Survey Findings
Young Africans See USAID Cuts as Positive: Survey Findings
Young Africans see USAID cuts as a potential catalyst for change, according to the 2025 African Youth Survey. Nearly a quarter of respondents aged 18-24 believe losing foreign aid will... Lire plus...
US Military Justice in UK: Special Relationship Loophole Exposed
US Military Justice in UK: Special Relationship Loophole Exposed
The US military justice system in the UK allows American servicemen accused of serious crimes to bypass British courts, a loophole exposed by a recent investigation. This special relationship between... Lire plus...
NSW Mental Health Reform: Paramedics Replace Police in Some
NSW Mental Health Reform: Paramedics Replace Police in Some
NSW mental health reform is set to change emergency response, with paramedics and specialist nurses replacing police in some mental health crises. This major shift, announced by ministers Rose Jackson... Lire plus...
Reform Quarry Plan Threatens Ancient Kent Woodland
Reform Quarry Plan Threatens Ancient Kent Woodland
The Reform-led Kent county council's decision to expand a quarry into ancient woodland has sparked outrage, as the irreplaceable Oaken Wood faces destruction. This plan threatens a site that has... Lire plus...
Mario Vargas Llosa Biography: From Leftist to Thatcherite
Mario Vargas Llosa Biography: From Leftist to Thatcherite
Mario Vargas Llosa's political evolution from a Peruvian leftist to a Margaret Thatcher admirer is a central theme in Gerald Martin's new biography. This detailed work examines how the Nobel... Lire plus...
Greater Manchester Mayoral Byelection: Labour Leads as Polls Open
Greater Manchester Mayoral Byelection: Labour Leads as Polls Open
The Greater Manchester mayoral byelection is underway, with Labour's Bev Craig holding a commanding lead according to recent polls. This historic byelection, triggered by Andy Burnham's rapid ascent to prime... Lire plus...
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 as rescue teams continue searching for survivors in the wake of a 6.8-magnitude quake that struck Kumamoto prefecture on Kyushu island.... Lire plus...
Fauci vs News Corp: Lab Leak Theory Clash Explained
Fauci vs News Corp: Lab Leak Theory Clash Explained
The Fauci vs News Corp clash over the lab leak theory has reignited global debate on COVID-19 origins. Dr. Anthony Fauci, former US chief medical adviser, called journalist Sharri Markson's... Lire plus...
Hard Hat vs Graduation Cap: Should Kids Skip University?
Hard Hat vs Graduation Cap: Should Kids Skip University?
The debate over whether young people should pursue a university degree or enter the workforce with vocational training is reshaping how parents and educators think about success. As Andy Burnham... Lire plus...