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Chessington World of Adventures closed because of water outage
Chessington World of Adventures closed for the day following a burst water main affecting south-west London’s water supply in the KT9 area.
John Lewis managing director Peter Ruis quits job after less than three years
Peter Ruis is stepping down as managing director of John Lewis after less than three years, citing plans to pursue new projects amid challenging retail conditions.
HHS moves to tighten oversight of food ingredients as safety concerns mount
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced proposals to require food manufacturers to notify the FDA when ingredients are deemed safe, and submitted a definition of ultra-processed foods for review.
Trump Media: More than 10 firms pay up to $100,000 a month for fast-access data feed
Trump Media launched a data feed service offering Wall Street traders faster access to Truth Social posts, with over 10 customers paying $60,000-$100,000 monthly amid ongoing losses.
Consumer confidence at near two-year high as World Cup and UK holidaying lift summer spending
UK consumer confidence reached a near two-year high in July, bolstered by the World Cup, domestic holidays, and a new prime minister, with card spending growth accelerating to 2% year-on-year.
RBA interest rates: Reserve Bank holds cash rate at 4.35% but threatens more hikes if needed
Australia’s central bank held interest rates steady at 4.35% but signaled further increases remain possible if inflation pressures persist, despite recent property market declines.
Delivery drivers to be paid minimum $31.30 an hour across Australia in ‘world-leading’ decision
Australia’s Fair Work Commission approved a landmark agreement setting a minimum hourly rate of $31.30 for delivery drivers and requiring platform-provided injury insurance.
The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
Air India Flight 171 crashed in Ahmedabad last year, killing 249 people, but intense dispute surrounds whether pilot error, intentional action, or aircraft malfunction caused the disaster.
The Chinese robot army transforming the UK’s retail industry
Chinese robotics company Geek+ is rapidly expanding its autonomous mobile robot deployment across UK retail warehouses, with major retailers like Tesco and Asda adopting the technology to boost efficiency and address labour shortages.
Senate panel advances China auto bill that could bar Mercedes-Benz from U.S.
The Senate Commerce Committee advanced legislation Wednesday to toughen restrictions on Chinese automakers, though sponsors warn the bill could unintentionally bar Mercedes-Benz from the U.S. market.
China’s Geely to make EVs at Ford plant in Spain under new joint venture
China’s Geely will manufacture electric vehicles at Ford’s Valencia, Spain facility through a new joint venture, with production beginning in 2028 under a 66%-34% ownership split.
How the Bab al-Mandab blockade threat helped push oil back above $100
Houthi militia threats to Saudi oil exports through the Bab al-Mandab strait pushed Brent crude above $100 a barrel, raising concerns about further price increases amid broader Middle East tensions.
Trump’s latest tariffs put UK at disadvantage to EU, say experts
Trump’s latest tariffs reduce EU duties to 10% while maintaining UK rates unchanged, putting British businesses at a disadvantage in unspecified sectors despite equivalent headline rates, experts say.
New North Sea oil drilling faces delay after gear accidentally dropped in sea
Production at Britain’s largest undeveloped oil and gasfield faces delays following equipment accidentally dropped in the North Sea, pushing potential output into 2027.
Primark cuts prices as it feels pressure from Shein and Temu
Primark announced price cuts on hundreds of clothing items as it faces intensifying competition from Chinese online retailers Shein and Temu, which offer significantly cheaper alternatives to traditional fast-fashion stores.
The £5 coffee that tells a story of global economic turmoil
Coffee prices across the UK have surged past £4 per cup, reflecting a complex mix of climate disasters, geopolitical tensions, tariffs, and shifting consumer preferences in the global coffee market.
The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
A year after Air India Flight 171 crashed in Ahmedabad killing 249 people, investigators and safety advocates dispute whether a pilot deliberately cut fuel to the engines or if an electrical malfunction caused the disaster.
Artificial intelligence: Yann LeCun works on more flexible AI
Yann LeCun, founder of Advanced Machine Intelligence Labs, argues current AI systems like ChatGPT cannot handle real-world tasks like robotics and advocates for developing more flexible artificial intelligence architectures.
This farmer wanted to quit the cocaine industry – he couldn’t
Colombian coca farmers struggle to abandon the crop despite government substitution programmes, with many citing delayed payments and lack of support as reasons for returning to cultivation.
Jamie Dimon says markets underestimate risks and he wouldn’t buy stocks or Treasurys at current prices
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned that markets are underestimating geopolitical and fiscal risks, stating he would not buy stocks or long-dated Treasury bonds at current prices.
Some food prices have fallen – but inflation expected to rise from here
UK food inflation fell to its slowest rate in nearly two years as supermarket competition drove down prices for items like margarine and sugar, though analysts warn inflation is expected to rise again due to higher energy costs ahead.
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