US Blocks 16-Year North American Trade Deal Renewal, Triggers Annual Reviews
The US blocks a 16-year renewal of the North American trade deal (USMCA), triggering annual rolling reviews. Uncertainty looms for businesses, consumers, and markets.
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Bibles, Home Alone and Perfume: Six Takeaways from Trump’s 2025 Finances
Six key insights from President Trump’s 2025 financial disclosure: Bible sales, Home Alone residuals, perfume line, Truth Social, and more. Billions in earnings revealed.
Nobody’s Talking About Diesel’s Biggest Monthly Crash in 26 Years
Diesel prices just recorded their biggest monthly drop in 26 years as the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire shatters war premiums. Here’s what’s happening and what it means for your wallet.
Brewery Boss Who Banned Phones and Swearing Dies at 81
Humphrey Smith, chairman of Samuel Smith’s Brewery who banned phones, swearing, and music in his pubs, dies at 81. What happens to his eccentric pub empire now?
WHSmith to Close Up to 150 Stores After Court-Approved Rescue Deal
A court-approved rescue deal will see WHSmith close up to 150 High Street stores with steep rent cuts on remaining sites. What it means for UK towns and workers.
Romesh Ranganathan ‘Gutted’ Over Bakery Closure – A Warning for UK Small Business
Comedian Romesh Ranganathan is ‘gutted’ after Coughlans Bakery shuts due to NI and business rate hikes. The closure signals a wider crisis for UK small businesses. Analysis and numbers inside.
Why Heat Waves Are Breaking America’s Critical Infrastructure
Heat waves are crippling power grids and train networks. Learn why critical infrastructure is vulnerable to extreme temperatures and what can be done before the next meltdown.
Australia Sues Amazon Over ‘Unfair’ Prime Contracts – Here’s What It Means for You
Australia sues Amazon over allegedly unfair Prime subscription contracts. ACCC claims dark patterns trap subscribers. Could reshape consumer laws globally.
Shetland’s £1.5bn Tunnel Plan: A Subsea Bet That Could Reshape Island Life
Shetland approves £1.5bn undersea tunnel plan to connect remote islands. Feasibility studies start in 2025, with first tunnel opening by 2032. Economic impact and risks analyzed.
Cruise Nightmare: Tui Passengers Stranded by AC Failure Finally Get Flights Home and Refunds
Tui finally arranges flights home and full refunds for passengers stranded after an air conditioning failure on the Marella Discovery cruise. Here’s what happened and what it means for travel consumer rights.
Ford’s AI Fails: 350 Vets Hired to Fix Quality Control Chaos
Ford admits its AI quality control failed, hiring 350 veteran engineers to fix defects missed by algorithms. A $49 million bet on human expertise over machine learning.
Will Andy Burnham’s Devolution Plan Actually Boost UK Growth?
BBC Verify examines whether Andy Burnham’s full devolution plan for Greater Manchester can actually boost UK economic growth. Expert analysis, data, and risks.