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Omar's Assets Skyrocket to $30m, Prompting Probe

US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar faces an ethics investigation after her declared assets leapt from $1,000 to nearly $30 million in a single year. Discover the details of the financial disclosure controversy.

Tropical Plant Serum Doubles Hair Thickness in Trial

A new scalp serum combining Centella asiatica plant cells with lab-engineered growth factors more than doubled hair thickness and density in a clinical study. Discover the promising science behind this hair loss breakthrough.

UK economic growth slows again, hitting 0.1% in Q3

New ONS figures show UK economic growth slowed to 0.1% in Q3 2025, with Q2 revised down. Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism over 'anti-growth' tax policies. Read the full analysis.

Population and Consumption: The Dual Climate Drivers

A leading environmentalist challenges George Monbiot's dismissal of population concerns, citing IPCC data that names economic and population growth as key climate drivers. Discover the full debate.

Rebalance Your Portfolio in a Lofty Market

Is your portfolio too heavy on US stocks? Learn why and how to rebalance your investments to manage risk and maintain your target asset allocation, especially in today's market.

Missouri pursues $25bn from China over COVID

Missouri escalates its bid to seize Chinese assets to collect a $25bn COVID damages ruling. The legal battle centres on alleged PPE hoarding. Discover the details.

Councils Sell Assets to Avoid Bankruptcy

Facing a financial crisis, 60% of key English councils plan to sell social clubs and sports centres to fund soaring social care costs. Explore the stark choices local authorities are making.

Michael Burry shorts AI stocks in $886M bet

Michael Burry of 'The Big Short' fame reveals he's betting against AI stocks, warning of an impending bubble burst that could mirror previous market crashes.

BP Profits Plunge Despite Major Asset Sales

Energy giant BP reports significant profit decline despite major asset disposals, highlighting ongoing challenges in the traditional energy sector as transition pressures mount.

UK economy stagnates with zero growth in April

Britain's economic growth flatlined at 0.0% in April, missing analyst forecasts and raising concerns about the strength of the recovery. Services and production sectors showed modest gains while construction output fell significantly.

Trump faces court over $464m bond in fraud case

New York's attorney general confronts Trump's legal team in high-stakes hearing over unpaid civil fraud penalty, as prosecutors seek to enforce judgment through property seizures.

Brit charged in crypto scam with forced labour camps

Shocking investigation reveals British national accused of masterminding cryptocurrency fraud scheme that allegedly forced victims into modern slavery conditions while authorities freeze millions in Bitcoin assets.

UK unemployment falls as wages outpace inflation

Exclusive analysis reveals Britain's stunning economic recovery with unemployment hitting near-record lows and wages soaring above inflation, positioning the UK as a G7 growth leader.

UK Economy Grows 0.4% in Q2 - Strongest Since 2021

Britain's economy delivered a powerful performance in Q2 2024, with GDP growing by 0.4% - the strongest quarterly expansion since late 2021. Services and production sectors lead the charge as the UK economy gains momentum.

Gold Prices Surge: Best Year Since 1979

Gold hits record highs as UK growth slows and global economic fears mount. Discover why investors are flocking to the safe-haven asset and what it means for your finances.

Vietnam Urges Russia to Freeze Assets of Sanctioned Individuals

In a bold move to protect its financial system, Vietnam has formally requested Russian authorities to swiftly freeze assets held by individuals targeted by international sanctions, signalling a delicate balancing act in its foreign policy.

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