UK Energy Security Assured for 70 years With A Nuclear Roadmap for the Biggest Nuclear Power Expansion
The UK government has announced a civil nuclear roadmap that seeks to revive the UK nuclear sector with a plan to build new nuclear reactors, fuels, and technology, adding UK jobs across the country.
UK Minister Highlights Shared Vision at Vibrant Gujarat Summit Strengthening Bilateral Ties
Highlighting the economic aspect of the relationship, Lord Ahmed predicted the continued growth of business links between the two nations, leading to job creation and prosperity.
AI-Powered Misinformation Is The World's Biggest Short-Term Threat, Claims New Report
With 2024 being dubbed by many as "the year of elections", their Global Risks Report expressed fears that a wave of artificial intelligence-driven misinformation and disinformation could influence democratic processes and polarise society.
EU To Give £3.4 Billion State Aid to Battery and Green Tech Factories
These investments are integral to the EU's overarching mission to achieve climate neutrality with net-zero gas emissions by 2050.
World Economic Forum Warns of AI-Driven Misinformation Threatening Global Stability and Elections
The WEF's annual risks report, based on insights from 1,400 experts, has unveiled a chilling reality, stating that 30 per cent of respondents foresee a high probability of a global catastrophe within the next two years.
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US Stocks Mostly Fall As Tokyo Hits 33-year High
US and European stocks markets mostly retreated Tuesday as a rebound at the start of the week lost steam amid investor worries about the growth outlook.
Scientists Discover New Drug That Can Kill Drug-Resistant Bacteria
Antimicrobial resistance is a major public health concern around the world.
UK Party Leaders Kick Off General Election Year
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Thursday he had pencilled in later this year for a general election, as he and his main political rival to be Britain's next leader effectively kicked off campaigning.
Asian Markets Extend New Year Retreat After Fed Minutes
Asian markets continued their disappointing start to the year Thursday, tracking another loss on Wall Street after minutes from the Federal Reserve's December meeting dampened hopes for an early interest rate cut.
US, Allies Warn Huthis As Ship Attacks Rattle Global Commerce
Twelve nations led by the United States on Wednesday jointly warned Yemen's Huthi rebels of unspecified consequences unless they immediately halt sea attacks that are increasingly disrupting global commerce.
UK Grocery Inflation Stays At 4.3% Despite Decline in Food Prices
The introduction of new border checks on EU goods in April entering the UK could lead to further spikes in UK grocery inflation.
Intel Announce Controversial 25 Billion Dollar Investment Deal With Israel
Intel has been forced into the spotlight after it announced a new billion-dollar investment in Israel. The US chip maker confirmed that it will be expanding the Intel Kiryat Gat fab 28 for 2nm node technology in the south of Israel.
Record Number Of Homeless Children In UK Reaches All Time High At Over 140,000
Research shows that a record number of children have been forced into temporary accommodation this winter, including shipping containers and shared rooms.
Retailers to Shoulder E-Waste Recycling Costs for Consumers in the UK Starting 2026
The implementation of these measures is expected to alleviate the burden on taxpayers while fostering a more sustainable approach to e-waste disposal.
UK Mergers and Acquisitions Witness 33% Decline, Lowest Levels Since 2009
The notable 33 per cent decrease in the overall value of mergers and acquisitions deals involving UK firms amounts to £207 billion throughout 2023.
Asian Stocks Open Year's Last Trading Day Cautiously
Asian stocks opened cautiously on Friday, largely continuing an end-of-year rally that has been boosted by investors' expectations of a US Federal Reserve rate cut as early as March.
Stock Markets Mixed As Trading Year Nears End
Global stocks were mixed Thursday on the penultimate trading day of 2023, while oil prices fell on easing worries about shipping disruptions in the Red Sea.
UK And EU Agree Delay To Post-Brexit Electric Car Tariffs
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Thursday hailed a deal with the European Union to delay post-Brexit tariffs on electric vehicle sales that were due to kick in from January.
UK Petrol Prices Hit a Two-Year Low Amid Drivers Contending Fluctuating Prices and Economic Uncertainties
Declining demand, increased oil production from key oil-producing nations, and geopolitical factors contributed to the downward trend in UK petrol prices.
UK Implements New Carbon Pricing Mechanism to Equalise Imports and Local Production
This initiative aims to ensure that imports of iron, steel, aluminium, ceramics, and cement from overseas face a comparable carbon price to goods produced within the UK, according to a government release.
Small-Island Nations Criticise COP28 Agreement For Not Considering Poorer Economies
While the COP28 agreement sets out to see the end of fossil fuels, the UN reported that the world is still not on track to meet net-zero goals by 2050.
BRICS Ushers in Expansion, Spotlighting a Green Future for Fashion
The BRICS alliance – comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa – is gearing up for expansion.
In Iraq, China Finds A Reliable New Investment Partner
Iraq's Prime Minister greets President of the Chinese Tsingshan Holding Group, Mr. Zhang Jiming, and his delegation in Baghdad, 30 November 2023
Judges In England And Wales Are Issued Official Guidance On AI
The legal sector is the latest to take an interest in regulating the use of AI after the Bank of England carried out a full risk assessment of the technology.
Microsoft Believes Indian Tech Firms Will Play A Key Role In AI Development, Adoption Globally
The world's largest vendor of computer software, Microsoft is working with India's IT and ITeS companies in multiple markets to facilitate AI implementation.
New Migration Requirements Are Pushing Women And Small Businesses Out Of The UK
Women, children and small businesses are bearing the brunt of the government's new anti-immigration strategies, according to experts.
Falling Inflation Shifts Focus To When ECB Could Cut Rates
With inflation dropping faster than expected and the economic outlook darkening, markets will be looking for clues about when eurozone borrowing costs might start to come down as rate-setters meet this week.
Bank of England's Financial Stability Report Highlights Resilience Amid Rising Interest Rates
The Bank of England recently released its Financial Stability Report, spotlighting the resilience of UK households and businesses in the face of escalating interest rates.
US Oil Prices Slide Below $70 A Barrel; Mixed Day For Global Stocks
US oil prices finished below $70 a barrel for the first time since July on Wednesday on a mixed day for global equities, as traders pondered hopes for interest rate cuts from the European Central Bank and the US Federal Reserve.