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Michigan Residents Fight $7bn Data Centre Backed by Tech Titans

Residents of Saline Township, Michigan, are battling a massive $7bn data centre project backed by tech billionaires, fearing soaring energy bills, pollution, and the destruction of their rural community. Discover the local fight against corporate power.

Currys profits surge on AI and gaming demand

Electronics retailer Currys reports adjusted pre-tax profits more than doubled to £22m, driven by AI technology and major game launches. Read the full analysis.

German police warn of AI-generated cop scam

Hamburg police issue a warning over a sophisticated online scam using deepfake images of attractive female officers to lure men to paid websites. Authorities are taking legal action.

US Tech Giants Woo Westminster in AI Influence Drive

Exclusive: From Nvidia to OpenAI, Silicon Valley is hiring ex-ministers like George Osborne and Nick Clegg to shape UK policy and secure lucrative government contracts. Discover the growing influence of Big Tech in Westminster.

Brits to be poorer than Turks and Latvians by 2040s

Groundbreaking economic research reveals Britain is on course to be outperformed by Turkey and Latvia within two decades, with the UK facing its worst relative decline in living standards since records began.

London's inflation crisis defies UK-wide cooling trend

Exclusive analysis reveals London's inflation rate remains significantly higher than the UK national average, creating a severe cost-of-living crisis for the capital's residents despite the Bank of England's efforts.

Australia Ditches GDP for Holistic Wellbeing Framework

Australia unveils a revolutionary 'Measuring What Matters' report, shifting from pure economic growth to a holistic wellbeing framework that prioritises health, environment, and social equity for a truer measure of national prosperity.

Cornwall's tourist numbers hit lowest point in a decade

Cornwall's coastal communities confront an unexpected crisis as anti-tourist sentiment leads to a dramatic visitor decline, triggering economic hardship and forcing a bitter rethink about the region's dependence on tourism.

Emirates Premium Economy Review: Is The Upgrade Worth It?

Considering an upgrade to Emirates Premium Economy? Our in-depth review breaks down the seats, service, and overall value on the Airbus A380 to help you decide if it's worth the extra cost for your next long-haul flight.

Reeves: Russia's Sanction-Hit Economy is a "Failure"

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a scathing critique of Russia's economic collapse under sanctions, contrasting it with the UK's resilience and outlining Labour's plan for economic security.

UK Economy Flatlines in July with 0.0% Growth

New official data reveals the UK economy showed zero growth in July 2025, dealing a blow to Chancellor Rachel Reeves's economic strategy and raising fears of a prolonged stagnation.

Billionaire Blasts Trump's 'Risky' Economic Policies

Prominent billionaire and former Trump supporter issues a stark warning, claiming the President's financial strategies are jeopardising the economic security of ordinary Americans and their hard-earned savings.

French PM: Avoid Britain's Tax Mistakes Amid Crisis

France's Prime Minister Gabriel Attal issues a stark economic warning against following Britain's high-tax model as he faces a critical no-confidence vote. Analysis of Europe's deepening financial crisis.

Reeves vows fiscal discipline as 'green Chancellor'

In her inaugural Mais Lecture, Labour's Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to be 'Britain's first green Chancellor' while committing to strict fiscal rules, marking a significant shift in economic policy.

UK's Ticking Time Bomb: The Surge in Precarious Temp Work

Exclusive analysis reveals a hidden crisis in the UK labour market. A record shift towards temporary employment is creating a precarious workforce, threatening economic stability and worker rights. Discover the data behind the rise of the 'temp nation'.

New Zealand Enters Recession as GDP Contracts Again

New Zealand's economy has officially entered a recession, with GDP contracting 0.1% in the last quarter of 2023. High interest rates and inflation are blamed for the downturn, marking a challenging start for the new coalition government.

UK-India trade deal defies sceptics

The UK and India have finalised a groundbreaking trade agreement, overcoming years of scepticism and political hurdles to strengthen economic ties.

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