2023 Showed Lower Volatility for the Pound Sterling; But Will 2024 Be the Same?
Ever since the announcement of the Brexit result, the pound has never been the same. It wasn't just the instant drop off in its value
Medicana Health Group meets growing demand for excellence in UK Private Healthcare
Leading healthcare provider Medicana Health Group is expanding to the UK, leveraging its expertise to meet the rising demand for superior healthcare.
Bank CEOs enjoy 6% to 22% pay hikes while several branches close down across America
This news comes alongside reports of the Bank of America, Wells Fargo and Citibank persisting in the closure of branches across the United States.
Valentine's Day Strike Misery For UK Lovers
Britain's couples could struggle for last minute Valentine's Day gifts and meals after Amazon staff went on strike over pay Tuesday -- and will soon be joined by takeaway delivery drivers, organisers said.
Rishi Sunak Under Fire For Trans Jibe When Murdered Teen's Mother Was In Commons
The teenager named Brianna Ghey died after repeatedly being stabbed with a knife in a park in Cheshire.
Rishi Sunak Accused of Giving 'VIP Access' To Indian IT Firm Infosys
A new report has emerged which reveals that the UK trade minister helped Rishi Sunak's wife-linked Indian IT firm Infosys get better access to trade deals for ease of business in the UK.
Artificial Intelligence to Amplify Global Ransomware Threat, Warns UK Government Agency
The NCSC has warned that AI integration in cyber operations will likely intensify the global ransomware threat in the next two years, as per a new report.
Academia Warned To Guard 'Crown Jewels' After British Library Hack
While cyber-attacks on banks, utilities and media platforms may grab the most attention, the hacking of the British Library has led to warnings that academia has become an easy target.
Consumer-Centric Blockchain Solutions: The Key to Mass Crypto Adoption?
In the last decade, blockchain — the technology layer of Web3 — has shown potential to transform industries beyond finance.
London Underground Strike Suspended At The Last Minute
A strike that threatened to grind London's underground network to a virtual halt for several days was called off at the last minute on Sunday following "positive discussions" in pay talks, the main rail union said.
Paris Travel Warning: French Capital Hikes Tourist Taxes By Whopping 200% Ahead Of Olympics
The 2024 Paris Olympics are set to take place from July 26 to August 11.
Junior Doctors' Strikes Impact Emergency Services During Festive Season
The Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Trust, responsible for managing the Cheltenham A&E, has announced the closure until 8 am on Saturday, 23 December.
US Multinationals Accused of Underpaying £5.6 Billion in UK Taxes
US multinational companies contribute almost half of the total underpaid tax from foreign companies to the UK treasury.
UK Government Unveils Sweeping Immigration Changes, Sparking Concerns in Key Sectors
The measures intended to address concerns over immigration levels, particularly in the healthcare sector, include a substantial increase in the minimum salary requirement for skilled worker visas and the elimination of the 20 per cent discount for essential professions.
Nottingham City Council Issues Notice Signalling Financial Distress
Nottingham City Council issued a Section 114 notice, revealing that the chief financial officer was unable to produce a balanced budget for the current year.
UK's RMT Union Members Accept Pay Deal To End Long-running Rail Strikes
The RMT rail union on Thursday said its members have voted in favour of a pay deal to end more than a year of walkouts on the UK's strike-plagued rail network.
Will the Autumn Statement Tax Relief and the Media Bill Boost the UK Creative Industries?
The UK government has announced VFX tax relief to boost the UK film and television industry in the Autumn Statement, which, along with the Media Bill, seeks to change how TV shows are made and broadcasted in the UK.
Elon Musk Denounces Five Week Strike as Swedish Workers Challenge Tesla
Tesla, the electric vehicle giant led by entrepreneur Elon Musk, finds itself at the centre of a labour dispute as workers in Sweden embark on strikes.
Binance To Pay Billions In US In Money Laundering Case, CEO Resigns
Binance chief executive Changpeng Zhao pleaded guilty Tuesday to US money laundering violations, in a deal that will see the cryptocurrency exchange he founded pay over $4 billion in penalties.
UK Businesses 'Stuck in Reverse' in October, According to Recent Survey
The figures are worrying reading, as the Bank of England (BoE) prepares for its latest interest rate decision next week.
Greta Thunberg Arrested in Protest Against High-Profile Oil Meeting
Thunberg pointedly criticised the privileged access that the fossil fuel industry enjoys with politicians, asserting that their intentions lie in perpetuating a destructive pursuit of profits.
Average Pay Growth Rises Above Inflation for the First Time in Almost Two Years
The figures show that between June and August of this year, wages rose at an annual rate of 7.8 per cent, higher than average inflation over the same three months.
NHS to Benefit from £100 Million Gambling Levy for Addiction Treatment
The decision comes on the heels of the government's gambling white paper released in April, outlining measures to enhance player protection and reduce the risk of addiction in the age of smartphones.
Labour Strikes a Confident Note in Liverpool Despite the News of Turmoil in the Middle East
Rachel Reeves was in the limelight in Liverpool, described as the would-be "first female Chancellor ever in Britain", and also the "best qualified".
Minister of State Helen Whately Addresses the Challenges in the British Healthcare System
Whately shed light on the prevailing tendency to focus on acute hospital performance, A&E waits and discharge into social care during media rounds, neglecting the broader perspective of healthcare.
US Says Amazon Running Illegal Monopoly In Online Retail
A top US antitrust regulator sued Amazon on Tuesday, accusing the online retail behemoth of running an illegal monopoly by strong-arming sellers and stifling potential rivals.
UK Water Firms Ordered to Cut £114 Million From Bills After Missing Targets
Industry regulator, Ofwat, said in its assessment that not one company reached their highest measure of performance.
Doctors In England Step Up Strike Action Over Pay
Hospital chiefs on Wednesday warned of danger to patient safety from the latest doctors strike, the first time consultants and junior doctors in England have walked out at the same time.
UK Inflation In Surprise Drop To 18-month Low
British inflation unexpectedly slowed in August, data showed Wednesday, hitting an 18-month low and sparking hope this week's widely-forecast interest rate hike by the Bank of England could be its last for now.
UK visa for work, tourism to increase fees from next month
Back in July, UK PM Rishi Sunak announced that there would be a hike in fees for various visas.