UK Foreign Secretary's visit to China focuses on pragmatic engagement over isolation
Cleverly stressed the differences between the UK and China, cautioned against isolating the second-largest economy and underscored China's global complexity, pushing for practical ties.
North Korea fires two short-range ballistic missiles
North Korea said it fired two short-range ballistic missiles as part of a "tactical nuclear strike drill" prompted by US-South Korean military exercises, state media reported Thursday.
Global stock markets mixed as rally fades
Stock markets diverged Wednesday as a global rally faded, despite more data that soothed fears of a further rise in US interest rates.
People can lose more than 5 years of their lives due to air pollution: study
A new study has made some frightening revelations about the harmful impact of air pollution on people living in South Asian countries.
Meghan Markle's mother cozies up to Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner at star-studded event
Doria Ragland was a guest at This Is About Humanity's 5th anniversary gala in Los Angeles.
Liverpool star Mo Salah targeted by Al-Ittihad amid Benzema crisis
The offer is reportedly set to be bigger than Cristiano Ronaldo's current contract with Al-Nassr.
Controversy surrounds conservative Mayoral Candidate's comments on Notting Hill Carnival and black community crime
Conservative mayoral candidate Susan Hall faces backlash for suggesting moving Notting Hill carnival and discussing crime in the black community, drawing criticism for divisiveness and insensitivity.
With the unique volatility of the UK housing market, is now a good time to buy or sell property?
The Halifax House Price Index found a -2.4 per cent annual decline, a monthly change of -0.3 per cent, in house prices, with the Director of Halifax Mortgages insisting that the equivalent of this drop in terms of cash is a thousand pounds.
Over half a million UK SMEs struggle to meet tax obligations amid rising costs
A new study reveals that more than half a million SMEs in the UK are struggling with tax payment challenges, primarily focused on Corporation Tax and VAT.
UK unemployment climbs as wages grow at record rate
UK unemployment increased in the three months to the end of June while wages grew at record annual pace, official data showed Tuesday, as the economy struggles with high inflation.
US EV sector project to hit record 1 million sales – but is it enough?
The US EV sales growing but continue to lack behind Europe, with Europe claiming 21 per cent of the market sector and the US only nine per cent.
Cigarette butts are killing animals and polluting waters in the UK
Cigarette butts are one of the largest contributors to plastic pollution in the UK, with the number of cigarette butts being found in rivers exceeding the amount of plastic litter.
Online sales bounce back in June and July, marking first YoY growth in the digital economy
Mid-year data from Adobe Analytics shows a decline in online prices for non-essential items after Amazon Prime Day, with the online pricing of items across all categories declining by 3.2 per cent year-over-year.
Global vehicle conversion market set to expand as consumers seek cheap electric cars
Vehicle Conversion may be half as expensive as buying a new model, but there are a number of drawbacks for drivers seeking cheap electric cars.
A reported 3 in 4 children in South Asia are living in extremely high temperatures
Following Cyclone Biparjoy, a UNICEF report has revealed that three-quarters of children in South Asia are exposed to life-threatening climate extremes.
UK households struggling with food access and prices may lead to soaring obesity rates
UK MPs' report reveals one out of five households struggle with food access, leading to obesity concerns. Calls for action on affordability and nutrition.
'It is just the beginning' – Climate scientists say that July is the warmest month on record
Climate extremes have intensified and are affecting developing countries the most, with experts saying "the era of global boiling has arrived".
One-third of SMEs believe running a business has gotten more difficult in the last year
A recent survey revealed that 79 per cent of SME owners in the UK plan to develop their firms over the next year, marking a great increase from the previous year.
Record grain harvest eyed as market under pressure
The world is heading for a record grain harvest in the 2023-2024 season thanks to gains for maize and rice, but the market remains under pressure thanks to El Nino and risks due to the war in Ukraine.
Green Prescribing could address the mental health pandemic in Brits
A recent study showed how the NHS could more than £600 million yearly if green prescribing becomes a norm as it can address mental health issues like depression.
UK government report finds cybersecurity skills gap stagnant despite increased demand
UK report reveals stagnant cybersecurity skills gap despite increased demand, emphasizing the need for diversity and talent pool expansion.
Advertisers planning to move their ad spending from Twitter to Threads
After debuting earlier this month, Threads has amassed over 100 million sign-ups, catching the attention of several companies and digital marketing agencies.
Will innovative finance tackle the sustainable development goals and save the planet?
The world is halfway to the 2030 deadline of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. As challenges abound, a crucial issue needs attention: how to foot the bill.
Lionesses succeed in getting equal access to PE and sports in schools for girls
Following their victorious Euros win at Wembley Stadium in 2022, the England Lionesses called on the government for high-quality and equal access to sports and PE for all pupils.
The Adobe-Figma merger could affect the digital economy of Britain
The Competition and Markets Authority has found that the proposed Adobe-Figma merger could have potentially negative effects on the UK digital economy.
AI could increase the risk of fraud in the financial services of Britain
The FCA sounded the warning bell for financial services as AI fraud takes centre stage. The Head of FCA provided some crucial insights on how they are preparing to tackle AI frauds.
A fuel finder scheme could help drivers find the cheapest fuel along Britain's motorways
The CMA studied the road fuel market in depth to realise that the competition in retail has weakened since 2019, leading to them proposing a fuel finder scheme that helps consumers compare fuel prices.
Samsung files various robotics patents in the US
One of the newly filed patents implies Samsung is working on a robotic technology that can monitor pets' movements and detect their emotions.
UK lenders can withstand major shock: Bank of England
Britain's top lenders have passed stress tests to show they can withstand major economic shock, even as rising interest rates pressure the financial system, the Bank of England said Wednesday.
Businesses report record number of suspicious emails and URLs in 2022
A new report reveals a record-breaking 7.1 million suspicious emails and websites reported to authorities in 2022 – equivalent to one every five seconds.