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Tory tax break for banks has cost UK public purse £6bn, says TUC
The Trades Union Congress calculates that UK bank tax cuts introduced in 2023 have cost the government £6bn in revenues, calling for higher levies in the upcoming budget.
UK growth forecast upgraded but higher energy prices to hit economy next year
The International Monetary Fund upgraded its UK growth forecast to 1.3% for 2026 but warned that higher energy prices and interest rates will slow expansion to 1.2% in 2027.
Hurricane Isaias makes landfall in Florida and hammers Gulf coast
Hurricane Isaias made landfall in Florida as a Category 2 storm on Friday, bringing dangerous winds, heavy rain, and storm surge to the Gulf Coast with significant infrastructure damage and widespread power outages.
Ukraine war: Russian glide bomb attack on Zaporizhzhia kills at least 20 people
Russia attacked the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia with five glide bombs on Saturday morning, killing at least 20 people including four children and injuring at least 32 others.
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Tom Cruise Reveals How He Cut ‘Digger’ Transformation Time From Six Hours to Under One
Tom Cruise discussed reducing his makeup and prosthetics transformation time from six hours to under one hour for his upcoming film Digger by implementing a timing system and practice drills.
‘Ride or Die’ Canceled by Prime Video After One Season
Prime Video has canceled the buddy dramedy ‘Ride or Die’ after one season. The series starred Hannah Waddingham and Octavia Spencer and premiered in July.
Ruby Rose Remembers Hayden Panettiere: “We Had Everything in Common”
Ruby Rose shared memories of her close friendship with Hayden Panettiere, saying they spoke daily for five years and had much in common. Panettiere, a Heroes and Nashville actress, died in August at age 36.
‘The Traitors’ Cast: Kristin Chenoweth, Chloe Kim, Rashad Jennings, Whitney Leavitt and More Join Peacock Hit
Peacock has announced the cast for the upcoming celebrity season of ‘The Traitors,’ scheduled for release in 2027, featuring entertainment and sports figures including Kristin Chenoweth and Chloe Kim.
Households near new pylons to get £250 taken off annual energy bills
UK households within 500 metres of new power pylons will receive £250 annually off their energy bills as the government pursues over 40 grid upgrade projects to modernize aging electricity infrastructure.
New UK cost of living crisis looms with soaring energy bills forecast to lift inflation
UK inflation is expected to rise to nearly 3% in July due to soaring energy bills, prompting concerns about renewed cost-of-living pressures and potential interest rate increases from the Bank of England.
Fossil fuel advertising contracts at all-time high in 2026
Fossil fuel industry advertising contracts reached an all-time high in 2026, with 1,321 active agreements between oil and gas companies and advertising agencies, according to a Clean Creatives report.
Saudi Export Pivot Sends Brent Below $105
Saudi Aramco redirects crude exports to the Persian Gulf, easing supply concerns and pushing Brent crude below $105 per barrel amid efforts to restart a damaged pipeline.
U.S. Oil, Gas Rig Count Creeps Up With Strong Prices
U.S. oil and gas rig count increased to 595 this week, up 53 from the prior year, driven by strong commodity prices despite a slight dip in crude output.
Global Shipping Costs Explode as Hormuz Disruptions Hit Key Trade Routes
Middle East disruptions have driven shipping costs to record highs, with vessel operators paying millions for Panama Canal passages as global trade routes face severe congestion and inefficiency.
Canada Haunts Trump With New Offshore Wind Nightmare
Nova Scotia plans to develop offshore wind resources through the Wind West project, which could generate enough clean energy to power a quarter of Canada’s electricity needs while supporting US-Canada energy partnerships.
Europe Outbids Asia for LNG as Prices Surge 150%
Liquefied natural gas prices have surged 150% since February as European buyers outbid Asian importers for limited supplies amid seasonal demand increases and supply disruptions.