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Social Security recipients could see a bigger cost of living adjustment in 2027 as inflation rises
Social Security beneficiaries may see a larger cost of living adjustment in 2027, with estimates predicting a 3.9% COLA amid rising inflation concerns.
Papa John’s partners with Alphabet’s Wing to test drone delivery
Papa John’s is piloting drone delivery with Alphabet-owned Wing near Charlotte, starting with select menu items ordered through the Wing app.
Nigel Farage faces inquiry over £5m gift from crypto billionaire
Watchdog to examine whether Reform UK leader should have declared sum he received before entering parliamentNigel Farage is facing a formal investigation by the parliamentary standards watchdog over a £5m gift from the crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne.The Reform UK leader received the money w...
EU proposes end to ‘five tabs, three apps and a prayer’ for cross-border train bookings
New rules would enable single-ticket bookings across multiple rail operators throughout EuropeCross-border train journeys through several European countries are the stuff of many a holidaymaker’s dreams.But the reality of trying to buy the tickets, navigating multiple websites without knowing who ca...
Coinbase CEO says crypto bill could transform US financial system as Senate vote approaches
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says a major cryptocurrency bill moving through the Senate could reshape how Americans interact with money and markets.
Shohei Ohtani, Francisco Lindor and the family-oriented strategy that made New Balance a baseball powerhouse
New Balance has built its baseball empire through athlete partnerships with Shohei Ohtani and Francisco Lindor, and it's staying true to its family-run values has played a vital role.
The key questions for Nigel Farage over £5m gift from crypto-billionaire
Reform UK leader insists the sum did not have to be declared but there are also other aspects of his finances to be addressedFarage faces inquiry over £5m giftNigel Farage has been dogged by questions about his finances since the Guardian revealed he received a £5m gift from a donor in 2024.Although...
Perfect Timing, Big Payouts: Insider Trading Red Flags Emerge on Polymarket
Dozens of long-shot bets on Polymarket, from the war with Iran to the cryptocurrency market, have defied the odds, according to a New York Times examination.
Chinese court awards compensation to sacked worker replaced by AI
Case attracts widespread attention as example of China balancing enthusiastic adoption of AI with job securityA court in China has ruled in favour of a worker whose company replaced him with artificial intelligence (AI), awarding him more than £28,000 in compensation.The worker, whose surname is Zho...
Trump mega-donors pause Wisconsin development project, citing economic uncertainty
Uline, owned by billionaire Republicans Richard and Liz Uihlein, halts construction of a new facility in KenoshaUline, a business and shipping supplies company owned by billionaire Trump supporters Richard and Elizabeth Uihlein, is pausing the construction of a new distribution facility in Kenosha, ...
With a Friend in Trump, the Tobacco Industry Secures a Lucrative Win
In a dispute over vapes, the president sided with tobacco companies that filled his groups’ coffers over his own F.D.A. commissioner, who resigned in protest.
With a Friend in Trump, the Tobacco Industry Secures a Lucrative Win
In a dispute over vapes, the president sided with tobacco companies that filled his groups’ coffers over his own F.D.A. commissioner, who resigned in protest.
Global oil inventories falling at record pace amid Iran war; US producer price inflation hits four-year high – business live
IEA warns that mounting supply losses from the Strait of Hormuz are depleting global oil inventories at a record paceGlobal oil stocks are being run down at a record pace as supply losses mount due to the ongoing Iran war, the International Energy Agency has warned.In its latest outlook report, the ...
Tariff Refunds Begin to Reach Businesses as Trump Lashes Out at Court
The government must return about $160 billion, plus interest, collected from duties deemed illegal and potentially more if it loses a related tariff case.
‘Build it and they will come’: the hopes new life for former lido will revive Weston-super-Mare
Council has voted to lease the Tropicana to entertainment company Live Nation which plans to turn abandoned space into events venueThe Tropicana in Weston-super-Mare was once a shimmering art deco lido, a premier coastal jewel where thousands flocked to bathe in the Somerset sun.But as the decades p...
‘Build it and they will come’: hopes that new life for Weston-super-Mare’s former lido will revive town
The Tropicana has been leased to entertainment company Live Nation which plans to turn abandoned space into events venueThe Tropicana in Weston-super-Mare was once a shimmering art deco lido, a premier coastal jewel where thousands flocked to bathe in the Somerset sun.But as the decades passed since...
‘I don’t think about Americans’ financial situation,’ says Trump amid Iran talks
With US inflation at a three-year high, US president insisted he’s not focused on economic hardship sparked by the conflictSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailDonald Trump has said the growing financial pressure inflicted on Americans by the war on Iran is “not even a little bit” motiva...
WhatsApp launches totally private 'incognito' conversations with its AI chatbot
A cyber security expert says deleting chat history could lead to a lack of accountability if things go wrong.
WhatsApp launches 'incognito' AI chat with private disappearing messages
A cyber security expert says deleting chat history could lead to a lack of accountability if things go wrong.
‘This is not a World Cup for the people’: residents in host cities sound alarm over housing affordability
Organizers fear Fifa event will deepen crisis as short-term listings proliferate and sweeps displace unhoused peopleMore than 10 million people are expected to visit the US for the World Cup this summer. However, where and how to accommodate these visitors has been a concern among residents and affo...
Ex-rugby star on the joys of his own burger stall
Ex-England and Leicester Tigers hooker Tom Youngs says the new venture brings families to the farm.
Why Your Life Is Now on Subscriptions
As companies look to build cash flow and loyalty, everything from heated car seats to earthworm deliveries can become a recurring charge on your credit card.
Meta profited from illegal scam ads, California county lawsuit alleges
Santa Clara county claims Meta Platforms violated the state’s false advertising and unfair business practices lawsCalifornia’s Santa Clara county has sued Meta Platforms, alleging it has profited from Facebook and Instagram ads promoting scams in violation of California’s false advertising and unfai...
Is the USA ready for the World Cup? – Football Weekly podcast
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Alexander Abnos and Leander Schaerlaeckens to preview the World Cup with one month to go until kick offRate, review, share on Apple Podcasts and join the conversation on email.On today’s podcast: With a month to go until the World Cup in the USA, Canada an...