Business & Economy

Glasgow School of Art: Can Mackintosh's Masterpiece Be Saved?

Glasgow School of Art: Can Mackintosh's Masterpiece Be Saved?

The Glasgow School of Art, Charles Rennie Mackintosh's architectural masterpiece, has suffered two devastating fires, leaving its future uncertain....

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Trump Accused of Using Forced Labor as Tariff Justification

Trump Accused of Using Forced Labor as Tariff Justification

Donald Trump has been accused of using forced labor as a pretext to impose a fresh wave of tariffs on dozens of countries, raising concerns over hi...

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EES Border Controls: Andy Burnham Urged to Lobby EU Leaders

EES Border Controls: Andy Burnham Urged to Lobby EU Leaders

EES border controls are causing chaos for British holidaymakers as Andy Burnham faces calls to lobby EU leaders for a suspension. With 2.2 million ...

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Hundred Cricket Identity: Why We Still Don't Know What It Is

Hundred Cricket Identity: Why We Still Don't Know What It Is

The Hundred cricket tournament, launched with fanfare five years ago, remains an enigma in the sporting world. Despite its ambitious branding and f...

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Keir Starmer’s Leaving Party Could Be the Birth of a New Labour

Keir Starmer’s Leaving Party Could Be the Birth of a New Labour

Keir Starmer's leaving party at the Grafton pub may have been a boozy farewell, but it also signaled the birth of a new Labour force. Hours after t...

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Netflix Faces End of Binge-Watch Era: Can It Survive?

Netflix Faces End of Binge-Watch Era: Can It Survive?

Netflix pioneered the binge-watch model with House of Cards, but now the streaming giant struggles as audience retention plummets by 30–70% in late...

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States Sue Trump Over FEMA Disaster Aid Politicization

States Sue Trump Over FEMA Disaster Aid Politicization

A coalition of 25 Democratic attorneys general has filed a FEMA disaster aid lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging the White House is ...

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Andy Burnham's First Week: Polished Politics and Upbeat Start

Andy Burnham's First Week: Polished Politics and Upbeat Start

Andy Burnham's first week in office has been defined by polished politics and an upbeat start, with cost of living measures taking center stage. Th...

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Water Company Bosses' Pay Rises Despite Bonus Ban and Public

Water Company Bosses' Pay Rises Despite Bonus Ban and Public

Water company bosses' pay rises have sparked fury despite a government bonus ban, with total executive compensation increasing by 1.5% to £25.3 mil...

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11 Indicted in Human Smuggling Deaths in Texas Cargo Container

11 Indicted in Human Smuggling Deaths in Texas Cargo Container

Human smuggling deaths in a Texas cargo container have led to a federal indictment of 11 people, highlighting the deadly risks migrants face. The s...

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Jockey Club Restructuring Leaves Derby Flat Ahead of Goodwood
Jockey Club Restructuring Leaves Derby Flat Ahead of Goodwood
The Jockey Club staff cull has left the Derby feeling flat, even as Ascot and Goodwood ride high with spectacular race days. The King George card at Ascot on Saturday... Lire plus...
Organizing to Counter Corporate Power: A Union Perspective
Organizing to Counter Corporate Power: A Union Perspective
Organizing to counter corporate power requires new strategies that go beyond traditional meetings. In a recent exchange, trade unionist Mark Bergfeld highlights the challenge of hyperpolitics—intense but fleeting political engagement—and... Lire plus...
Labour Overtakes Reform UK in Polls as Burnham Gains Momentum
Labour Overtakes Reform UK in Polls as Burnham Gains Momentum
Labour has overtaken Reform UK in a voter intention poll for the first time in over a year, as Andy Burnham builds momentum from his first week as prime minister.... Lire plus...
Customers Don’t Prefer AI Chatbots to Humans – Fact
Customers Don’t Prefer AI Chatbots to Humans – Fact
In a recent letter to the Guardian, a reader argues that customers don't prefer AI chatbots to humans, despite Centrica CEO Chris O'Shea claiming that 90% of British Gas customers... Lire plus...
New York School District Halts Humanoid Robot Over Privacy
New York School District Halts Humanoid Robot Over Privacy
A humanoid robot pilot program in a New York school district has been halted after backlash from educators and community members, raising serious questions about the role of AI in... Lire plus...
Burnham Brings Socialist Campaign Group into Government Roles
Burnham Brings Socialist Campaign Group into Government Roles
Andy Burnham has appointed three new ministerial aides from Labour’s most leftwing faction, the Socialist Campaign Group (SCG), marking the first time members of this group have been part of... Lire plus...
Private Equity Targets London's FTSE 100: DCC Energy Deal
Private Equity Targets London's FTSE 100: DCC Energy Deal
The latest private equity takeover of a London-listed company is DCC Energy, a FTSE 100 firm acquired by KKR and Energy Capital Partners. This deal marks the fifth completed or... Lire plus...
Cracker Barrel CEO Steps Down After Logo Backlash
Cracker Barrel CEO Steps Down After Logo Backlash
Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino is stepping down following a firestorm of criticism over a logo redesign that sparked political backlash. The Tennessee-based chain announced her departure on Monday, nearly... Lire plus...
Industrial Chicken Farming Accelerates Spread of Diarrhoea
Industrial Chicken Farming Accelerates Spread of Diarrhoea
Industrial chicken farming is accelerating the spread of campylobacter, the world's most common bacterial cause of diarrhoea, according to a new study. Scientists found a dramatic increase in the exchange... Lire plus...
Oil Prices Drop as US Pauses Iran Strikes Over Strait of Hormuz
Oil Prices Drop as US Pauses Iran Strikes Over Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices have dropped sharply as traders bet that a pause in US attacks on Iran could prevent an escalation in the conflict that would further restrict global supply. Brent... Lire plus...
FIFA President Infantino Faces Congress Over Trump Ties
FIFA President Infantino Faces Congress Over Trump Ties
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has been called to appear before Congress as part of an investigation into the organization's ties with former President Donald Trump. This development signals deepening scrutiny... Lire plus...
Shell CEO Pay Correction: Executive Compensation Under Review
The recent Shell CEO pay correction clarifies a significant reporting error regarding Wael Sawan's compensation, highlighting the complexities of executive remuneration disclosure. This correction underscores the importance of accurate financial reporting in the corporate world.Understanding the Shell CEO Pay CorrectionAn earlier article stated that Shell CEO Wael Sawan received a 60% pay rise to £13.7 million. However, Shell later explained that this was not a pay rise but a transition to full pay after a three-year vesting period. Such errors can mislead investors and the public about executive compensation trends.Details... Lire plus...