Scottish Business Confidence Hits Record Low
New survey reveals overwhelming pessimism among Scottish businesses as economic stagnation bites, with concerns mounting over rising costs and political uncertainty.
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American Airlines changes carry-on rules for economy flyers
Major policy change affects basic economy passengers as airline restricts overhead bin access - here's how it impacts your travel plans
French crisis sparks global bond market meltdown fears
As France's political turmoil sends shockwaves through European bond markets, experts warn Britain and other governments face similar debt crises. Discover why global financial stability hangs in the balance.
UK Economy Shows Zero Growth in April as Sectors Struggle
Britain's economic growth ground to a halt in April with zero growth, raising concerns ahead of the upcoming budget announcement as construction and manufacturing sectors struggle.
UK Faces Worst G7 Inflation as OECD Warns of Labour Tax Raid
The OECD delivers a stark warning that Britain will suffer the highest inflation among G7 nations next year, with Labour's looming Budget threatening severe tax increases amid economic turmoil.
Global Economy Shows Surprising Resilience to Trump Tariffs
The OECD's latest economic outlook reveals a world economy weathering Trump's aggressive tariff strategy better than forecasted, with global growth holding steady at 3.1% despite trade tensions.
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.
Germany Faces Ruin as Welfare State Buckles, Chancellor Warns
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz issues a grave warning that the nation's cherished social market economy is at risk of collapse, citing unsustainable welfare costs and a perfect storm of economic crises.
Labour's wellbeing economic framework fails to deliver
The UK government's flagship wellbeing framework, designed to shift economic focus beyond GDP, has struggled with implementation and impact despite its ambitious goals, according to experts.
Best Dumbphones UK 2024: Top Digital Detox Phones
Discover the top 'dumbphones' of 2024 for escaping screen addiction. Our expert review covers the best basic mobiles for calls, texts, and digital wellbeing without the smartphone chaos.
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.
Sharon Stone on Basic Instinct's enduring legacy at 67
Hollywood icon Sharon Stone opens up about the enduring legacy of her most famous role, reflecting on fame, ageing, and the scene that defined her career in a candid new interview.
Flint's Radical Baby Payment: UK Policy Breakthrough?
A groundbreaking US scheme in Flint, Michigan, providing unconditional cash to new mothers is delivering stunning results in child development and maternal health. Could this radical policy be the answer to the UK's own child poverty crisis?
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.
Japan's Stock Market is a 'Bubble', Warns Senior Politician
Exclusive: In a startling intervention, a senior Japanese statesman warns the nation's roaring stock market is overheating and echoes the dangerous 'bubble economy' of the 1980s, urging immediate government action.
Sharon Stone's Ageless Swimsuit Pose Stuns Fans
Basic Instinct icon Sharon Stone defies time, showcasing her phenomenal figure in a chic bathing suit during a patriotic photoshoot that has fans in awe.
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.
Lewes Launches Local Currency Voucher Scheme to Boost Economy
The historic town of Lewes in East Sussex revives its iconic local currency with a modern voucher system to support independent businesses and strengthen community resilience post-pandemic.
State Pension Shock: £346 Weekly Shortfall Revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals a significant gap between the New and Basic State Pensions, leaving millions of older Britons struggling with the cost of living crisis.
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'.
Scotland's Economy Outpaces UK Growth in 2023
New figures reveal Scotland's GDP grew faster than the UK's in 2023, fuelling fresh economic arguments in the independence debate.
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.
Basic Instinct Writer Blasts 'Anti-Woke' Reboot Plans
Joe Eszterhas, the legendary screenwriter behind the 1992 erotic thriller, has launched a furious attack on plans for a modern reboot, branding it an 'anti-woke' miscalculation that betrays the original film's powerful feminist message.
Sharon Stone, 67, sizzles in racy Harper's Bazaar shoot
Hollywood icon Sharon Stone leaves fans breathless as she poses for a stunningly racy photoshoot at 67, proving her status as a timeless bombshell for Harper's Bazaar Spain.
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