UK inflation rises to 3.1% as fuel costs put Bank of England in focus
There's nothing like talk of energy prices and potential higher borrowing costs to remind us that the summer holidays are well and truly over.
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AI app ads promoting 'objectification of women' banned by watchdog
A series of social media adverts for AI apps have been banned by a UK watchdog for promoting "the creation of sexually explicit content and objectification of women".
The extreme engineering of aircraft windows
In late May, a chemical storage tank with more than 7,000 gallons of toxic material began heating up â fast. The tank belonged to GKN Aerospace, a company that supplies parts to the aviation industry, including aircra…
Do you feel guilty when calling in sick at work? This might be why...
Research suggests, external anywhere between a third to a half of people in the UK work even when sick - something experts call presenteeism.
We are all new job starters - here's how we got through the first few days
Adjusting to a new job is always nerve-wracking, especially if it's a role you've wanted for a while.
UK in talks about joining global defence bank led by Canada
The UK government is in discussions about joining a global investment bank, aimed at raising more money for defence spending.
Japan trade deficit widens in August as soaring imports offset export strength
Japan’s July 2026 trade deficit widened to ¥634.5 billion due to soaring crude oil imports. However, the figure came in below market expectations, while robust exports of artificial intelligence (AI) chips helped lift t…
OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but 'should trust' AI firms
OpenAI boss Sam Altman thinks people should have more faith in his company and others like it to do the right thing when it comes to artificial intelligence (AI) development amid rising public concerns about all the ris…
US borrowing costs hit highest level since 2007
US government borrowing costs climbed to their highest level since 2007 after a jump in oil prices further fuelled concerns about inflation.
Complaints to watchdog about water firms jump 84%
The number of complaints made by households about water companies to the industry watchdog has risen by a record 84% in a year, driven by customer concern and confusion over rising bills.
The Fed Is Behind the Curve Again—and the Bond Market Is Making It Pay
A toxic mix of a potential slowing in AI spending, rising oil prices, and increased Fed rate hike bets see markets fall, but they end well off the lows.
Inflation Signals Clash Ahead of High-Stakes Fed Decision
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh said in Jackson Hole, Wyoming on Friday that inflation is still too high and that interest rates may need to rise in the coming months. He said recent data show inflation has cooled but…
These 2 European IT stocks could benefit from tighter AI regulation: BofA
How could the macroeconomic realities in 2026 impact the banking and capital markets industry’s revenues and profitability?
UK payrolls fall 26,000 in August as jobs market weakens ahead of BOE
[LONDON] Britain’s weak jobs market saw employers shed more workers last month, according to figures released ahead of the Bank of England’s latest interest rates decision on Thursday (Sep 17).
Market Wrap: AI Hits the Brakes
On July 29, Microsoft and Meta announced their earnings reports on the same day, delivering two AI performance reports with completely opposite trends.
AI regulation faces political deadlock as calls grow for Congress to act
When President Donald Trump responded to mounting calls for a slowdown in the development of artificial intelligence (AI) on Monday, he was unequivocal.
State pension likely to rise by £488 a year in April
The state pension is likely to rise by £488 next April to £13,036.40 a year, new official figures suggest.
Trump says AI safety fears a 'hoax' as he rejects calls for greater safeguards
US President Donald Trump has said fears about the safety of AI are a "hoax", as he criticised calls to have more guardrails for the fast-moving technology.
Chinese industrial production up more than expected in August
August 19, 2026, 2:18 AM EDT. UK consumer-price inflation accelerated to 2.9% in July from 2.6% in June, matching economists’ expectations and moving further above the Bank of England’s 2% target. The increase was drive…
AI 'kill switch' may need to be mandatory, Anthropic co-founder tells BBC
An artificial intelligence "kill switch" which can be checked by a third party may need to be mandatory for companies, a co-founder of one of the world's largest AI firms has told the BBC.
Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove age
Alcohol buyers will be able to use a digital ID app on their phones to prove their age under new rules introduced on Tuesday.
Trump Allies Push Back as Fed Prepares for Possible Rate Hike
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has endured nearly every crisis a central banker can face during his eight years at the helm of the Fed: blistering public attacks during President Donald Trump’s first term, an unpre…
Pubs, hotels and gyms in Wales to get 30% business rates cut
Taxes paid by pubs, hotels and cinemas in Wales will fall after the Welsh government announced a 30% cut in some business rates.
Government set to nationalise troubled steel firm
A plan to nationalise the UK's third-largest steelworks is being developed by the government, MPs have been told.