Newcastle City Council Urged to Address Human Rights Concerns Amid Saudi Investment Controversy
NUFCFAS urged Newcastle City Council to condemn Saudi Arabia's human rights abuses and engage with Newcastle United's chairman.
Taiwan President Takes Office Under Close Scrutiny
Taiwan's president-elect Lai Ching-te, a staunch defender of the island's democracy, will be sworn into office Monday as Beijing ratchets up military and diplomatic pressure on Taipei.
34% of Brits Say UK Economy Is Huge Concern: Household Budgets Leaner and Food Scarcity Rising
Polling shows Britons place the economy at the top of the list of priorities and the UK government will need to address the public's concerns.
Taylor Swift UK Tour 2024: This Side Hustle For Swifties Can Earn Up To $16,000
With the anticipation of Taylor Swift's UK Tour in 2024, some fans are cashing in on the frenzy by selling Swift-themed friendship bracelets on Etsy.
Putin To Meet Xi In Beijing Seeking Greater Support For War Effort
Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit China this week, both countries announced Tuesday, meeting his "dear friend" Xi Jinping as he seeks to win greater support from Beijing for his war effort in Ukraine and isolated economy.
Russian Women Speaking Mandarin, Looking For Chinese Husbands Go Viral - With A Catch
AI videos in China using fake Russian women to praise China & diss Russia are censored. However, national pride in China's power might bring them back.
NYC Has Over 300K Millionaires and 60 Billionaires: How Many Millionaires Are In Your City?
The number of millionaires in New York City has surpassed the number of people with a seven-figure net worth in the Bay Area and Singapore over the past decade.
This Lucrative US Industry Is 500,000 Workers Short And Seeks More People Under 40 To Sign Up
US construction lacks 500k workers due to immigration limits and trade school decline. The industry is struggling to fill jobs despite high wages.
Former Google CEO Says US Is 'Two or Three Years Ahead' Of China in AI For These Reasons
Ex-Google CEO Schmidt says the U.S. leads China in AI by 2-3 years and urges the country to invest for continued dominance in the tech future.
Businesses Say Post-Brexit Border Checks Causing Chaos, With Price Hikes Hitting Consumers
Businesses say post-Brexit border checks are causing disruptions, jacking up companies' operating costs and passing on price hikes to consumers.
This 'Boring Business Stock' Turned $10,000 to $4 Million
AutoZone shares have climbed 40,520% since its IPO on smart capital allocation, strong cash flow generation, ESG disclosures, and more cars hitting the road.
Jakarta Is Sinking: Indonesia's $30B Plan To Relocate 11M Residents To New Capital Starting October 2024
Indonesia builds new smart capital Nusantara on Borneo to escape Jakarta sinking. First residents are set to move by the end of 2024.
5 Stocks From Warren Buffett's Portfolio To Buy and Hold for the Next Five Years
Buffett's investing philosophy is buying great companies at a fair price. These five stocks form the pillar of his $340 billion portfolio, poised for future growth.
Asian Markets Mixed As Global Rally Stalls, Eyes On Yen
Equities were mixed Thursday as investors turned cautious after the past three days' sizeable gains, with Meta's warning that it will spend far more than expected this year fuelling worries that the latest tech-led rally may have gone too far.
UK Casino Markets' Continued Growth Despite Wider Economic Turmoil
Despite wider economic turmoil, the UK casino market continues to experience growth, reflecting a broader global trend of resilience in certain sectors.
Despite the War, CEO Oleg Bakhmatyuk Is Optimistic About the Future of Ukraine
Despite the war CEO Oleg Bakhmatyuk remains optimistic about Ukraine's future, highlighting the resilience of the agricultural industry.
The Economic Impact of the South African Online Casino Industry Is Vast – And That Might Be a Good Thing
The South African online casino industry's rapid growth and competition shape both the economy and user preferences.
Oil Prices Slip as Investors Eye Israel's Response to Iran Strike
Oil prices experienced a slight decrease after reaching a six-month record. Investors have shrugged off fears of a wider Middle East war disrupting supplies.
Tesla Layoff News: Company Admits Errors in Severance Packages, Musk Apologises
Tesla admits to errors in severance for some laid-off workers. CEO Elon Musk apologised and promised corrections.
Australia PM Unveils Plan To Overhaul Economy, Invest In Green Energy
Mining superpower Australia on Thursday announced a US-style scheme to pour public money into manufacturing and clean energy industries, joining the global race to build a cleaner and more resilient economy.
South Korea To Invest $7 Billion In AI By 2027
South Korea will invest almost $7 billion in artificial intelligence by 2027 in an effort to become a global leader in cutting-edge semiconductors, President Yoon Suk Yeol said Tuesday.
Microsoft Opens AI Hub in London to Advance Consumer Tech
Microsoft has opened a London AI hub to develop language models, hire top talent, and partner with OpenAI.
Breaking Barriers: Women Entrepreneurs Driving Growth in Saudi Arabia's SME Sector
While Personal Statement Laws tell women to obey their husbands "in a reasonable manner", 40 per cent of digital entrepreneurs in Saudi Arabia are women
Millennials Drive Crypto Adoption in the UK, and Other 2024 Surveys
A comprehensive regulation of digital assets will help establish a more inclusive financial ecosystem, attract investment, and promote further growth.
This London Start-Up Works 4 Days a Week Thanks to AI
Business leaders across the UK have turned their attentions to a technology-driven shortened workweek as Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to develop.
Gen Z and Millennials Show Less Support for Gender Equality vs. Boomers, Study
A new study exposed the Gen Z's "woke" culture on gender equality for being less progressive than originally thought.
Greycoat Real Estate On Navigating London's Evolving Workspaces
Greycoat, a leading real estate development and management company offers large-scale institutional clients with cost-saving enhancements and opportunities.
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
Switzerland Becomes First Developed Economy To Cut Interest Rate
The Swiss National Bank cut interest rates on Thursday -- the first to do so among the major central banks, saying the battle against inflation was working almost two years after launching its monetary tightening campaign.
US Fed Expected To Keep Rates On Hold And Debate Timing Of Cuts
The US Federal Reserve could provide additional clues on Wednesday about how much it will cut interest rates this year, but it is almost certain to leave its key lending rate unchanged for the time being.