Corrections and Clarifications: Beresford, le Carré, Spielberg
Corrections to Stephen Beresford's work, John le Carré's book placement, and an image error in an article ranking Steven Spielberg's films.
Category : Business
Elon Musk First Trillionaire: Economic Risks of AI Fortunes
Elon Musk is now the world's first trillionaire after SpaceX's record IPO. The Guardian's Blake Montgomery warns that massive AI valuations tie our financial futures to the tech's success or failure.
Elon Musk First Trillionaire After SpaceX IPO
Elon Musk's net worth hits $1.1tn after SpaceX's record-breaking IPO, making him the world's first trillionaire. The company is valued at $2.1tn.
Trump Suspends Federal Funds to LA Homeless Agency
The Trump administration has suspended federal funding to Los Angeles's homeless services agency, citing fraud allegations, escalating conflicts with California.
Palantir Loses Legal Battle Against Swiss Magazine
US tech firm Palantir lost 22 of 23 counts in a lawsuit against Swiss magazine Republik, ordered to pay costs after failing to force publication of responses to articles on rejected government contracts.
US Approves $111bn Paramount-Warner Bros Merger
The US Justice Department has approved the $111bn merger of Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery, but the deal still faces UK scrutiny and potential lawsuits from state attorneys general.
Man United Lead £80m Chase for West Ham's Fernandes
Manchester United are frontrunners to sign Mateus Fernandes from West Ham for £80m, with Real Madrid and Arsenal also interested. West Ham's relegation may force a price drop.
Ukraine EU Loan Boosts Military Wages and Recruitment
Ukraine secures €90bn EU loan, hikes military wages by one-third, and seeks foreign recruits to address manpower shortage amid war with Russia.
Jessie J's China Comeback Highlights Lucrative Music Market
Jessie J's triumphant return to China underscores the lucrative market for western acts, with challenges like tattoo bans and stiff competition post-Covid.
Melinda French Gates on Epstein, Divorce, and Philanthropy
Melinda French Gates discusses meeting Jeffrey Epstein, her divorce from Bill Gates, and her focus on women's health philanthropy through Pivotal Ventures.
World Cup Avoidance Guide: Best Film, TV, and Music
Not a football fan? Here's how to escape the World Cup with top film, TV, and music releases this summer, from Toy Story 5 to new albums.
Rising Costs and Low Sales Force More UK Music Festivals to Cancel
Plans for new events at the Secret Garden Party site and Womad Glasgow are dashed. Independent festival operators face soaring costs and cautious consumers, leading to 20 cancellations this year.
Sydneysiders Flock to Bunnings Before Lockdown Closure
Sydneysiders queue at Bunnings stores before the hardware chain closes to the public from Monday, with car parks overflowing and long lines forming.
McDonald's Australia Launches 38 New Frozen Coke Flavours for Summer
McDonald's Australia launches 38 new Frozen Coke flavours for summer, including blueberry and mango, with $1 slushies and $2 deluxe options.
Asda Survey Reveals the UK's Perfect Gravy Formula
Asda survey of 2,000 Brits reveals perfect gravy: medium brown, medium thick, 35ml serving, served at 74°C.
El Niño Confirmed: 2024 on Track to Be Hottest Year
US scientists confirm El Niño has begun, likely making 2024 the hottest year and pushing global temperatures past 1.5°C milestone.
Burnham's Plan to Nationalise Water and Energy
Andy Burnham, Greater Manchester mayor, proposes nationalising water and energy utilities to reduce household bills and improve services, as part of his potential Labour leadership bid.
Camberley's £1.4m Transformation: Derelict Store Demolished for 550 Homes
A long-vacant former Allders department store in Camberley has been demolished as part of a £1.4 million regeneration project to build up to 550 new homes in the town centre.
Bank Governor Urges Faster Deficit Reduction
Bank of England governor Mervyn King says government borrowing must be cut faster than planned, urging greater ambition in the pre-Budget report.
Beauty Over 50: Hannah Betts' Top Tips After Four and a Half Years of Product Testing
Hannah Betts shares her top five beauty must-haves for women over 50 after four and a half years of product testing, emphasising low-maintenance routines and high/low shopping.
New UK 14-Day Online Returns Rule Explained
UK online shoppers have a 14-day right to cancel orders under Consumer Contract Regulations, with exceptions and retailer tricks explained.
Lidl Issues Warning to Shoppers Planning Bank Holiday Trips
Lidl warns shoppers of busy bank holiday weekend, shares best times to shop, and announces expansion plans with 40 new stores.
Welsh Town Thrives With 50 Independent Shops
Wales sees highest UK rise in shop vacancies to 18%, but independent shops thrive in towns like Aberdare and Bangor.
Secret Railway Code 'Inspector Sands' Means Fire, Revealed
The secret railway code 'Inspector Sands' is used to alert staff to fires without causing panic among passengers. The term originates from sand buckets used historically to put out fires.
Lidl to Open 19 New Stores Creating 640 UK Jobs
Lidl to open 19 UK stores in eight weeks, creating 640 jobs and investing £40m in refurbishments.
California's Highway 1 Reopens After Three-Year Landslide Closure
California's Highway 1 reopens in Big Sur after three years of landslide closures, restoring a vital tourist route and boosting the local economy.
Joyriders Crash BMW into Family Home in Kirkcaldy, Leaving Mother and Children Homeless
Joyriders crash BMW into a family home in Kirkcaldy, leaving a single mother and her three children homeless and unable to retrieve belongings.
Breville 3-in-1 Snack Maker Now Under £40
Breville 3-in-1 Snack Maker under £40: removable plates, even cooking, vertical storage. Great value for toastie lovers.
Heathrow Trial Could End Airport Liquid Ban
Heathrow trials new 3D scanners that could end the ban on liquids in hand luggage, improving security and passenger experience.
DWP State Pension Age Rise to 67: Which Birth Years Are Affected
The DWP state pension age is rising to 67 in stages from April 2026. Find out which birth years are affected and when you can claim your pension.
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