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How the High Street became a window on our political instability
A BBC investigation reveals organized crime is rampant on British High Streets, with over 3,600 shops found with illegal goods in 2024-25, reflecting broader societal decline and influencing voter behavior toward political newcomers.
UK inflation rises to 2.9% as Iran war drives up energy bills
UK inflation rose to 2.9% in July, driven by higher energy prices following the Iran war, marking the first increase since March and intensifying cost-of-living pressures.
Why is the Trump administration causing turmoil in the bond markets? | Richard Partington
Global government borrowing costs have surged to their highest levels in decades as investors sell US bonds, citing concerns about Trump administration policies and Middle East tensions affecting inflation and economic stability worldwide.
Fashion tech founder sentenced to prison for $300m fraud scheme
Fashion tech founder Christine Hunsicker was sentenced to five years in federal prison for orchestrating a $300 million fraud scheme involving falsified financial documents presented to hundreds of investors.
How much could Trump’s ‘economic D-Day’ sanctions hurt Iran?
The Trump administration plans sweeping “economic D-Day” sanctions targeting countries doing business with Iran to break a military stalemate, though Iran has demonstrated resilience against decades of economic pressure.
UK borrows more than expected in July as Healey prepares for first Budget
The UK government borrowed £1.8bn in July, exceeding forecasts by £2.3bn and constraining the Chancellor’s ability to fund cost-of-living measures ahead of the October Budget.
Jump in energy bills drives UK inflation to highest rate for four months
UK inflation rose to 2.9% in July, driven by higher energy bills following an increase in the price cap and geopolitical disruptions to global oil supplies.
Three things to know about the $40 trillion federal debt
The U.S. federal debt reached $40 trillion this week, with annual interest costs now exceeding $1 trillion. Lenders are demanding higher rates, affecting borrowing costs across mortgages, auto loans, and credit cards.
Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and Red Driving School investigated over hidden fees
UK competition watchdog investigates Trainline, Virgin Atlantic, and Red Driving School over allegations of hidden fees that made prices appear artificially low to consumers.
Millions in Great Britain could face emergency power cuts at short notice
Great Britain’s electricity system operator can now implement rotating blackouts with eight hours’ notice under new emergency grid rules approved this week, affecting millions of homes and businesses.
Councils to get more powers to stop vape and betting shops, PM announces
The UK government announced new planning regulations requiring councils to approve vape shops and giving them expanded powers to block betting shops, aiming to combat high street decline linked to organized crime.
London Heathrow replaced as Europe’s busiest airport by Istanbul
London Heathrow has lost its position as Europe’s busiest airport to Istanbul Airport, recording 7.86 million passengers in July compared to Istanbul’s 8.15 million.
Baby products company Frida is expanding into kids’ personal care
Baby products company Frida is launching a personal care line for children ages 6 to 11, with products available at Walmart and Amazon, marking the company’s expansion beyond its core baby and pregnancy offerings.
Why JPMorgan is investing big in the 2028 LA Olympics
JPMorgan becomes the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics’ first-ever global banking partner in a nine-figure deal, signaling confidence in the International Olympic Committee’s revamped sponsorship model.
Invitation Homes CEO says ban on institutional homebuying will bring down prices, but not immediately
Invitation Homes CEO says a recently passed ban on institutional homebuying will eventually lower prices but not immediately, citing mortgage rate volatility and construction costs as complicating factors.
The £5 coffee that tells a story of global economic turmoil
Coffee prices across the UK and US have surged to historic highs, driven by climate disruptions, geopolitical tensions, tariffs, and shifting global demand patterns that reveal broader economic complexities.
How the High Street became a window on our political instability
A BBC investigation exposes widespread organized crime on British High Streets, including illegal tobacco operations and money laundering networks affecting thousands of shops nationwide.
Versant raises 2026 outlook on strength of platforms segment and advertising momentum
Versant Media Group raised its 2026 full-year revenue guidance to $6.2 billion to $6.45 billion, citing momentum in digital platforms like Fandango and GolfNow alongside advertising strength.
The divide between Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk is widening after their latest earnings
Eli Lilly’s strong earnings and market share gains are widening the gap with Novo Nordisk, as investor confidence in the two GLP-1 drugmakers increasingly diverges despite both beating expectations.
Savers Value Village thrift store launches new AI tool to price items
Savers Value Village launches ThriftIQ, an AI-powered pricing platform that has already processed over 25 million items across 58 pilot stores, aiming to optimize pricing consistency in the thrift retail sector.
Companies scoff at airlines’ cheapest business class tickets. ‘The real value is flexibility’
Delta and United launched stripped-down business-class fares without seat selection or lounge access, prompting pushback from corporate travel managers concerned about flexibility and hidden costs.
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