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US cancels G20 ‘family photo’ after Australia, UK and others refuse to appear with Russia
The US cancelled the traditional G20 ‘family photo’ after Australia, the UK, and other nations refused to appear alongside Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
‘Reparations now’: King and Burnham face protests at Antigua Commonwealth summit
King Charles and UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham face reparations protests at the Commonwealth summit in Antigua next week, with demonstrators demanding apologies and compensation for transatlantic slavery.
Who Owns a Traveler’s Connectivity? Airlines, Hotels, and Platforms Share the Responsibility
Airlines, hotels, and connectivity providers must collaborate to ensure reliable traveler access throughout journeys, as smartphone connectivity has become essential to modern travel experiences.
UAE Hotels Lean On Short-Haul Markets To Drive Recovery
UAE hotels are shifting focus to short-haul markets from India, China, and Russia as higher airfares deter long-haul travelers following regional unrest and elevated jet fuel costs.
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Fed holds rates steady: What it means for credit cards, savings accounts, mortgages and auto loans
The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates unchanged, but potential rate increases in September could heighten borrowing costs for consumers already facing affordability pressures on credit cards, auto loans, and mortgages.
‘We didn’t feel safe’: Booking.com users face battle to get money back
Booking.com users are struggling to obtain refunds after booking accommodations that failed to meet expectations, with the platform claiming it is not contractually liable for issues between guests and hosts.
Metro Bank customer fights for £14,000 refund after AI-linked fraud
A Metro Bank customer lost over £14,000 in a fraud scheme involving purchases of credits for the AI chatbot Claude, after the bank’s systems failed to block transactions despite the customer confirming they were unauthorized.
Homeowners are paying much more for insurance — and keeping coverage is getting harder
Homeowners insurance premiums have surged significantly across the United States since 2018, with insurers increasingly dropping customers as climate risks and rebuilding costs mount.
For retirees, staying in the stock market is critical. How much exposure is the make-or-break question
Financial advisors now recommend retirees maintain 40-80% equity exposure to combat inflation and longevity risks, departing from the traditional conservative approach of holding just 30% stocks after retiring.
Versant raises 2026 outlook on strength of platforms segment and advertising momentum
Versant Media Group raised its full-year 2026 revenue guidance to $6.2 billion to $6.45 billion, citing strength in digital platforms like Fandango and GolfNow alongside advertising momentum.
The divide between Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk is widening after their latest earnings
Eli Lilly’s second-quarter results sent its stock higher while Novo Nordisk’s shares fell, widening the competitive gap between the two GLP-1 drugmakers in the obesity and diabetes treatment market.
Trump Media posts $238 million second-quarter loss as crypto declines
Trump Media & Technology Group reported a net loss exceeding $238 million in its fiscal second quarter, primarily driven by declines in digital assets and cryptocurrency holdings.
JPMorgan says Wall Street’s AI bet is finally paying off
JPMorgan raised its year-end 2026 S&P 500 target to 8,000 from 7,800, citing evidence that major technology companies’ AI spending is converting into revenue growth and improved corporate profitability.
How Do ETFs Work? The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Exchange-Traded Funds
An exchange-traded fund is an investment fund holding a basket of assets that trades on a stock exchange like a single company share, offering instant diversification at low cost.
RxSight (RXST) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
RxSight reported second quarter revenue of $33.7 million, down 19% year-over-year in core product sales, citing competitive pressure and market headwinds. New CEO Aziz Mottiwala withdrew full-year guidance while conducting a business assessment.
KORU (KRMD) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
KORU Medical Systems reported $12 million in Q2 revenue, representing 18% year-over-year growth, while delivering positive net income for the first time since 2019.