UK Inflation Falls Sharply, Relieving Pressure On PM Sunak
UK inflation hit the lowest level in two years last month after consumer prices fell sharper than expected on easing energy bills, official data showed Wednesday, relieving a cost-of-living crisis and pressure on embattled Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
UK Inflation Plunges to Lowest Figure in 2023 At 4.6% as Sunak on Track to Meet Annual Target
In September, inflation stood at 6.7 per cent, as many people across the UK continue to struggle with the cost-of-living crisis.
Heat Projected To Kill Nearly Five Times More People By 2050
Nearly five times more people will likely die due to extreme heat in the coming decades, an international team of experts warned on Wednesday, adding that without action on climate change the "health of humanity is at grave risk".
Cooling US Inflation Raises Hopes Of An End To Rate Hikes
US consumer inflation cooled more than expected last month, according to government data published Tuesday, providing welcome news for policymakers looking to control price increases without damaging the economy.
UK Ministers Urged to Expand Financial Support for Cost of Living Crisis
With the cost of household gas and electricity remaining notably elevated, the cost of living crisis continues to plague Britons.
Argentina Needs Reform, But Milei's Anarcho-Capitalism Would Spell Disaster
Massa may have won the first round by a healthy 6% to the surprise of pollsters, but much of the remaining conservative base.
Three Indian Cities Among The Top Ten Most Polluted Cities In The World
The air pollution level in some parts of Delhi was 30 times the prescribed WHO limit.
Sustainable Development On The Menu As APEC Finance Chiefs Meet
Economic development and environmental action need to march hand in hand if the world is to successfully combat global warming, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Monday at the start of major global meeting.
UK Global Investment Summit Draws Global CEOs and Innovators to Boost Economic Prospects
The summit, jointly hosted by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch, aims to position the UK as a leading global business destination and attract billions of pounds in strategic investments.
US Stocks Tumble After Fed Chair Says Another Rate Hike Possible
US stock markets declined Thursday after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicated interest rates may be hiked again, if needed, while European indexes finished the day with solid gains.
How Rowan Energy Is Accelerating Solar Adoption By Increasing Homeowner Incentives And Reducing Payback Times
Countries across the globe are steadily researching how they can decrease their carbon footprint when generating and consuming energy.
Oil Slumps Below $80 As Stocks Wobble
Brent crude fell below $80 per barrel for the first time since July on Wednesday, while stocks struggled, as concerns about the economic outlook weighed on investors.
£850m Space Mission Sends Back First Images from Euclid Space Telescope
The European Space Agency's ambitious mission, valued at €1 billion (equivalent to £850 million), has a primary focus on unravelling the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
CEO Of The Ordinary Reveals How A Drug Addiction Almost Destroyed Her Company
Entrepreneur, co-founder and CEO of DECIEM, The Ordinary, Niod and other skincare brands, Nicola Kilner, speaks of her co-founder Brandon Trauxe's struggle with substance abuse.
October UK Retail Sales Drop Triggering Recession Worry in the UK Economy
UK retail sales growth declined in October as UK consumers are cautious of spending and saving for Christmas amidst the cost-of-living crisis which has sparked a recession for the UK economy.
UK Permits 'World-first' Flight Powered By Sustainable Fuels
Britain's aviation regulator announced Monday it has issued Virgin Atlantic with a permit for a "world-first" transatlantic flight powered entirely by sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
UK's Sunak Makes Pre-election Pitch In First King's Speech Since 1951
Charles III gives the first King's Speech in more than 70 years Tuesday, formally opening the UK parliament with a run-down of his government's legislative plans as an election looms.
The Palestinian Dispossessed: Bearing Witness to the Nakba
Mounir is from the last living generation that experienced the Nakba, the expulsion of 750,000 Palestinians from the Holy Land in 1948. This is his story.
Bank of England Holds Interest Rates At 5.25% for Second Time
Nine members of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted 6-3 in favour of maintaining the current rate, in a move that was widely anticipated.
Google AI Chief Predicts Artificial General Intelligence Will Be Achieved In 5 Years
Artificial General Intelligence is a state in which a machine is as intelligent as humans.
Pope Says To Attend COP28 Climate Conference In Dubai
Pope Francis on Wednesday said he would attend the crucial COP28 climate talks starting in Dubai on November 30, weeks after warning that time is running out to act on global warming.
Toyota Ups North Carolina EV Plant Investment By $8 Bn
Toyota will significantly expand an electric battery plant in North Carolina, ramping up a bet on zero-emission vehicles in the United States, the automaker announced Tuesday.
Oil Slumps On Easing Fears Of Mideast Regional War
World oil prices sank Monday as traders hoped a region-wide conflict could still be avoided and Israel said its forces killed dozens of Hamas militants in clashes in Gaza.
Recent Data Reveals House Prices Fall in Largest Slump Since 2009
Data from Zoopla shows there has been a 23 per cent reduction in housing sales so far this year compared to the same time last year.
How Next-Gen Tech Solutions are Disrupting Different Industries Today
Digital twin cities, flying taxis, and autonomous cargo ships are slowly becoming a reality
El Clasico: Barcelona Manager 'Nervous' Ahead Of Real Madrid Clash
Xavi Hernandez spoke candidly ahead of the crucial match that could prove to be extremely crucial to the title race.
The Evolution of Cycling Jerseys
For any cyclist, jerseys aren't just clothing; they're a statement of intent, a reflection of one's commitment...
How businesses can lower costs for consumers
Transparent communication with customers about price changes and a continuous focus on cost analysis are essential components of a comprehensive strategy to lower prices during inflation while maintaining competitiveness.
Two Workers At Fukushima Plant Hospitalised After Coming In Contact With Radioactive Water
Japan began releasing treated radioactive waste water from the damaged nuclear plant into the sea in August of this year.
Surging Falsehoods Seek To Dent Western Aid To Ukraine
From fake street art to doctored media reports demonizing President Volodymyr Zelensky, a torrent of online disinformation seeks to erode Western support that is crucial for Kyiv's war effort against Russia.