Meta to put AI chip into production in September as it looks to double computing capacity, memo shows
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10 years of Pokémon Go and the millions still trying to catch 'em all
Pokémon fans have spent the past three decades trying to catch 'em all - and since the beginning this hunt has often taken place outside the home.
NZ’s Fonterra trims top end of annual milk price forecast on weak demand
By Kalea Hall and Nora Eckert DETROIT, July 12 (Reuters) – The Department of Justice is probing allegations that United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain took actions to improperly benefit his fiancée and retaliated aga…
Britain’s biggest community solar farm forced to shut over grid overload fears
Britain’s biggest community solar project has been forced to shut for the duration of its first summer by the government’s energy system operator to avoid overloading the local grid with renewable energy.
Why UBS says the bull market can survive higher rates?
UBS (UBS) set its S&P 500 (^GSPC) forecast to 7,500 by the end of 2026 in a note on Monday, citing strong corporate earnings and gains in a resilient technology sector.
France and UK to increase staffing at border controls in effort to avert travel chaos
France and the UK have agreed to increase staffing at border controls in response to warnings of travel chaos caused by new fingerprinting and facial recognition checks.
UK must cap political donations to stop the rich buying influence | Heather Stewart
Just as Nigel Farage kicks off a summer of “arguing with a bin” , as the chancellor, Rachel Reeves called it, Labour’s bill to clean up politics returns to the House of Commons this week.
Reeves tells Burnham to expect ‘shocks and challenges’ from outset in No 10
Rachel Reeves has urged Andy Burnham to arrive in Downing Street with a “worked through plan”, saying the incoming prime minister will be tested quickly by a range of incoming “shocks and challenges”.
Street Calls of the Week
Severe weather rolled into Chicago on Wednesday and Thursday, but the impact of last week’s storms were felt long into the weekend.
Tommy Robinson’s Musk-funded Russia trip spurs call to defend UK democracy
The UK must do more to defend its democracy after it emerged that Elon Musk’s family foundation had taken the far-right activist Tommy Robinson to Russia, Ed Davey has said.
Is AI making markets more or less efficient?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the workforce, and not always for the better. As companies continue to adopt AI to boost productivity, many are also cutting human jobs and replacing them with tools like Cha…
UK’s public spending watchdog to investigate Lower Thames Crossing project
The UK’s public spending watchdog has said it plans to investigate the Lower Thames Crossing , as campaigners voice concerns over the rising costs of one of the UK’s largest infrastructure projects.
How Aldi is taking on US supermarkets with its $4 almond butter
When Mary Porter walked into Manhattan's newest Aldi store hunting for bargains, the long-time resident found what she considered a retail miracle in plain sight: a $4 jar of almond butter that costs $22 in her own neig…
‘Super’ El Niño could cause global food price shock lasting into 2028, analysts say
Economists are warning that a “super” El Niño weather cycle this year could cause a severe shock to global food prices lasting into 2028.
UK to crack down on unlicensed casinos sponsoring football teams
Ministers are poised to launch a crackdown on unlicensed casinos sponsoring British sports teams, amid criticism that a delay to the proposals has opened the door for offshore gambling firms to strike lucrative deals wi…
'Keeping kids entertained can be expensive so VAT cut will help'
Mother-of-two Kirsty Gillingham knows all too well how expensive keeping children entertained can be.
How Aldi is taking on US supermarkets with its $4 almond butter
When Mary Porter walked into Manhattan's newest Aldi store hunting for bargains, the long-time resident found what she considered a retail miracle in plain sight: a $4 jar of almond butter that costs $22 in her own neig…
Ford, Canada’s Unifor reach tentative deal on labor contract
Ford Motor Co. and Unifor — the union that represents Canada's autoworkers — will begin bargaining for a new contract and Unifor's leaders call it "the most consequential" talks of their lifetimes.
Elon Musk’s family foundation took Tommy Robinson to Russia, says Musk’s father
Errol Musk says far-right activist is ‘a fine young man’ and held meetings with Russian business figures
Reeves tells BBC: Burnham needs worked-through plan to govern from the start
Rachel Reeves has warned the incoming prime minister, Andy Burnham, that he needs to be properly prepared to govern when he arrives in Downing Street in a little more than a week.
Broader AI demand is key for Nvidia investors, Morgan Stanley says
The convergence of SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic on public markets in 2026 represents the most consequential wave of technology IPOs since the dot-com era. With a combined target valuation exceeding $3.7 trillion, these…
China halts helium exports as renewed Middle East tensions threaten chip supplies
This Energy Explained post represents the research and views of the author(s). It does not necessarily represent the views of the Center on Global Energy Policy. The piece may be subject to further revision. Contributio…
Ken Bates, colourful and controversial former Chelsea chair, dies aged 94
Ken Bates, one of the most colourful and controversial figures in the history of English football, has died aged 94, Chelsea have announced.
Corporate America offers stronger proof AI is boosting profits, productivity: MS
NEW YORK; July 10, 2025 – Accenture (NYSE: ACN) and Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) are co-investing in the development of advanced generative AI-driven cyber solutions to help organizations mitigate threats and co…