Economy & Markets
U.S. and Canada fail to reach tariff deal, escalate trade war
The United States and Canada failed to reach a trade deal late on Friday, leading to an escalation in their…
Boeing Engineers and Technicians Reject Contract Offer
Boeing engineers and technicians have rejected a contract offer from the company, according to NYT > Business. The union representing…
Patricia Douglas Challenged Hollywood Abuse in 1937
Patricia Douglas was a pioneer in challenging Hollywood’s culture of abuse long before the #MeToo movement brought such issues to…
US borrowing costs rise amid $40tn debt concerns
The United States is facing rising borrowing costs as attempts to stabilize interest rates prove temporary, with economists highlighting concerns…
US national debt surpasses $40 trillion, doubling in a decade
The US national debt has reached a historic milestone of $40 trillion (£29.4 trillion), more than doubling over the past…
Bessent Vows to Calm Bond Markets, but Success Remains Unclear
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has pledged to escalate efforts to restore stability to the bond markets, though initial results have…
Brazil’s Grand Carajás iron mine fuels economy, fractures Amazon
Brazil’s Grand Carajás project has cemented the country’s status as a mining superpower while creating environmental and social upheaval in…
Jamie Oliver’s company profits nearly halve despite steady sales
Jamie and Jools Oliver have paid themselves a £1.5m dividend despite their cookery and media empire seeing profits nearly halve.…
UK salmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs
Contaminated eggs imported into Britain and eaten in cafes and restaurants have caused a salmonella outbreak that has infected 207…
Airbus adjusts remote work policy after employee strikes
Airbus has scaled back its plans to restrict remote working to one day a week after facing employee strikes. The…