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‘A hidden tradition’: Benjamin Moser wants you to know Jewish anti-Zionism is not new
Benjamin Moser’s new book profiles Jewish figures who opposed Zionism throughout history, arguing anti-Zionism represents a legitimate tradition within Jewish thought often dismissed and forgotten.
El Salvador president says bodies found in Haiti are not those of hostages
El Salvador’s president disputes claims that four bodies found in Haiti are those of missing military personnel, citing evidence suggesting they belong to individuals from other nations.
Billionaire Mukesh Ambani launches India’s biggest-ever IPO
Jio Platforms, backed by Meta and Google, is launching India’s biggest-ever IPO, targeting a 10.3 trillion rupee valuation despite a broader stock market slowdown.
Beyond money: Why young Tunisians are considering emigration
Young Tunisians are increasingly considering emigration due to economic hardship, limited job prospects, and concerns about the country’s future, even as some retain faith in reform efforts.
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Artificial intelligence: Why firms are struggling to set prices
Major technology firms are struggling to price AI-based services due to unpredictable token consumption and rapidly evolving economics, complicating long-term pricing agreements with customers.
Why airlines are warning over lithium-ion batteries
Airlines are intensifying warnings about lithium-ion batteries on flights after several incidents, including a power bank fire that destroyed a South Korean aircraft in January 2025.
After 10 years at United, CEO Scott Kirby is thinking big about the future of his airline from JFK to AI
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby, who joined the carrier a decade ago after being fired by American Airlines, is pursuing aggressive expansion plans including international routes and increased presence at New York’s JFK airport.
Why high energy bills look like they are here to stay
Energy bills are projected to rise nearly 4% in October and 9% in January, with industry forecasts suggesting high prices will persist through the end of the decade amid ongoing wholesale market volatility.
Household energy bills to hit three-year high as Ofgem announces 4% rise from October
UK energy regulator Ofgem announced a 4% increase to the price cap effective 1 October, raising typical household bills by £60 annually amid higher wholesale gas costs tied to geopolitical tensions.
Meta to pay up to $18bn to settle claims its platforms harm children
Meta has agreed to an $18 billion settlement with US states to resolve child safety claims and will implement new protections including default time limits and night-time notification blocks.
Lost in limbo: Where the Paramount merger delay leaves WBD, and what may come next
Warner Bros. Discovery’s proposed merger with Paramount faces regulatory delays and uncertainty, leaving the company unable to execute major strategic initiatives while awaiting deal closure.
The White House’s preferred economic tools are hitting snags
The Trump administration’s export controls and tariffs, intended to protect economic security, are facing delays, legal setbacks, and widespread fraud schemes that undermine their effectiveness.
Qantas may hike fares and expand Jetstar add-on fees as profits dip to four-year low
Qantas reported its lowest pre-tax profits in four years due to fuel costs, signaling potential fare increases and expanded add-on fees for budget carrier Jetstar.
City firms race to prepare for FCA crackdown on bullying and harassment
The FCA will expand its crackdown on bullying and harassment to approximately 40,000 investment firms, hedge funds, and brokers starting next month, requiring companies to report serious misconduct cases.
Canada announces ‘dollar-for-dollar’ retaliatory tariffs on US as high as 50%
Canada announced retaliatory tariffs as high as 50% on nearly C$28 billion worth of US goods, effective September 8, following the collapse of trade talks and Trump administration levies on Canadian imports.
Thursday briefing: Will the government reform the system to bring down our energy bills?
Britain’s energy price cap is rising 4% from October to £1,723 annually, prompting calls for government reform despite recent VAT cuts and promises of relief from cost-of-living pressures.