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Yemen’s government needs tribes to defeat the Houthis. Will they join?
Yemen’s government has launched a military offensive against the Houthis and is seeking tribal support from areas under Houthi control to advance deeper into contested territories.
How Gaza war sped up India’s shift towards Israel under Modi
India has significantly deepened its ties with Israel under Prime Minister Modi, with the Gaza war accelerating the relationship despite India’s historical support for Palestine and international criticism of Israeli actions.
NHS boss says staff suspected of snooping on patients’ records should be suspended immediately
NHS England’s leader is calling for immediate suspension of staff suspected of illegally accessing patients’ medical records, citing numerous incidents of staff breaches.
Drones could speed up getting defibrillators to people having cardiac arrests, study suggests
Researchers suggest drones could reduce time to deliver defibrillators during cardiac arrests outside hospitals, potentially increasing survival rates significantly.
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Stop relying on chatbots for customer care, UK service providers urged
Citizens Advice urges UK service providers to guarantee customers the right to speak with humans, citing research showing chatbots waste time, cause stress, and delay problem resolution for over half of users.
GM can’t ‘bring back’ Apple CarPlay because it never left
GM announced new software featuring updated Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for upcoming Silverado and Sierra trucks, clarifying that phone mirroring remains available in gas-powered vehicles despite earlier removing it from electric models.
Nike co-founder Phil Knight to donate $1.1 billion to Oregon medical center
Nike co-founder Phil Knight and his wife plan to donate $1.1 billion to Providence St. Vincent Medical Center in Oregon, funding women’s health initiatives and cardiovascular care across the state.
The Bank of England is shaking up its bond sales – why does it matter?
The Bank of England announced changes to its quantitative tightening programme, planning to sell government bonds directly to the Treasury rather than seeking private-sector buyers, with a final decision expected in April.
John Healey to ask EU finance ministers to let UK into Made in Europe scheme
UK Chancellor John Healey will push the EU to include Britain in its “Made in Europe” industrial protection scheme at a Dublin meeting Friday, warning against new trade barriers.
Find a credible plan for British Steel, ministers told as ‘startling’ costs soar
British Steel costs £1.3m daily to operate after government takeover, with spending watchdogs warning of mounting expenses and demanding clarity on the company’s future viability.
Thames Water’s £10bn rescue deal should be rejected – MPs
UK lawmakers have called for rejecting a £10bn takeover proposal for Thames Water, the nation’s largest water company, suggesting temporary government administration instead.
Retail sales bounce back in Great Britain amid brighter signs for economy
Retail sales in Great Britain rose unexpectedly by 0.5% in August, defying analyst forecasts and marking a significant rebound from the previous month’s decline.
Warren Buffett steps down as chair of Berkshire Hathaway after over 50 years
Warren Buffett is stepping down as chair of Berkshire Hathaway after six decades leading the conglomerate. His son Howard, 71, will assume the chairmanship while Buffett remains as chair emeritus.
Tories pledge to bring back tax-free shopping for tourists
The Conservative Party pledged to restore tax-free shopping for non-EU tourists, reversing a 2021 decision. The party argues the move would boost competitiveness and attract additional international spending to the UK.
Starbucks baristas reel from surges in health insurance costs: ‘I’m considering a second job’
Starbucks baristas report health insurance premiums surging by 30% or more starting in October, forcing some workers to consider dropping coverage or seeking additional employment.
Fears over interest rate rise and jobs send UK consumer confidence to three-year low
UK consumer confidence fell to a three-month low in September amid concerns about rising mortgage rates and job insecurity, according to an S&P Global survey ahead of the government’s upcoming budget announcement.