Target is cutting 1,800 corporate roles, its first major layoffs in a decade, as stagnant sales and a leadership change push the retailer to restructure.

Walmart has reportedly paused job offers to candidates requiring H-1B visas following the Trump administration's introduction of a $100,000 (£74,000) fee on new applications.

Spotify users are cancelling subscriptions and joining a major boycott over ads for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Walmart partners with OpenAI to let customers shop directly through ChatGPT, reshaping how consumers browse, compare, and purchase online. Here's what it means for the future of retail.

Walmart ChatGPT shopping integration launches revolutionary AI retail innovation, letting customers buy from ChatGPT directly through conversational commerce technology.

After TikTok star Glamorama vanished, snack brand owner Jay of Daadi Snacks rises as a witty 'deinfluencing' voice, using satire to challenge influencer culture.

Discover why America celebrates both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples Day on the same date, how the holidays began, and what's open or closed this year.

A Senate report led by Bernie Sanders warns that AI and automation could replace nearly 100 million U.S. jobs within a decade, prompting debate over regulation and innovation.

Nintendo Switch 2 bundles drop to £306 at E.Leclerc from 14 October 2025—Mario Kart & Pokémon Z-A deals leaked

A Florida teen staged a false abduction scare, triggering widespread searches; authorities reveal a lie, raising concerns over emergency-resource deployment.

Starting on 3 October, the prices of both the Xbox Series X and Series S will increase, marking the second price hike this year for Microsoft's consoles.

Amazon is closing all 19 Fresh grocery stores in the UK, cutting up to 250 jobs as high costs, weak demand and supermarket competition force a retreat.

The Amex Platinum Card offers a range of benefits valued at thousands of dollars annually, along with a lucrative welcome offer for rewards points if you make $8,000 in purchases within the first six months.

Sainsbury's rejected JD.com's revised bid for Argos, citing poor terms. Argos's value has plunged from £1.4bn in 2016 to £344m, but Sainsbury's keeps it central to its long-term strategy.

Washington and Beijing have reportedly agreed a framework for the US takeover of TikTok, with final confirmation expected this week as both governments seek to resolve national security concerns.

Amazon is scrapping its long-running Prime Invitee programme on 1 October 2025, replacing it with a stricter household-only model under Amazon Family and sparking debate among users.

Get ready for Apple's 2025 iPhone launch! Learn where to pre-order the iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone Air in the UK and US, compare features, prices, and get tips for a smooth pre-order experience.

Nearly three-quarters of top free apps are secretly tracking your data, according to a new report. The study highlights a troubling trend of 'deceptive design' and shows how these apps monetise your data, often without your explicit consent.

A 35-year-old Microsoft engineer, Pratik Pandey, was found dead at work, likely from a heart attack, sparking controversy over tech's work culture.

Senator John Kennedy claims radioactive shrimp could turn people into aliens, sparking viral debate while experts confirm risks are real but not sci-fi extreme.

The US now hosts a record 902 billionaires worth trillions—driven by finance and tech wealth creation across multiple sectors and raising fresh questions on inequality.

Shoppers and employees allege Walmart and Target are removing price tags to hike prices without notice, sparking outrage amid inflation and upcoming tariffs.

Walmart is directly challenging Amazon by offering its Walmart+ subscribers free Peacock streaming. This strategic move in their retail rivalry is a great deal, especially as most other streamers are raising their prices.

Labour Day 2025 hits September 1: Target & Home Depot open for sales, but USPS, banks closed. Get hours, stats, and tips for smooth holiday plans

What is Labour Day 2025? Discover its history, closures, what's open on Labour Day and the biggest sales retailers are offering this holiday.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has called the H-1B visa program a 'total scam', alleging that companies use it to replace American workers with cheaper foreign labor. His comments come amid a broader discussion on US immigration and workforce policies.

In a major strategic shift, Kroger is closing 60 underperforming stores by 2026, putting over 1,000 jobs at risk. This move follows its failed merger with Albertsons and a drop in first-quarter sales.

Tourists sat on a radioactive Chernobyl claw for photos, but experts say brief exposure is low-risk, far below harmful levels, though safety rules remain crucial.

Walmart's Q2 earnings missed Wall Street profit forecasts with adjusted EPS of $0.68, but sales surged to $177.4bn as e-commerce, memberships, and advertising drove growth.

Sony raises PS5 prices by $50 in the US from 21 Aug 2025, citing tariffs and costs. Standard, Digital, and Pro models all affected.