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Airbnb stock soars 9% on earnings and revenue beat, strong guidance for third quarter
Airbnb’s stock surged 9% after the company reported second-quarter earnings that exceeded analyst expectations and issued upbeat guidance for the current quarter, driven by robust demand across all regions.
Trump Media posts $238 million second-quarter loss as crypto declines
Trump Media reported a net loss exceeding $238 million in the second quarter, primarily driven by declines in digital assets and cryptocurrencies, while the company’s Truth Social platform generated minimal revenue.
‘I’ve always been fond of hairy creatures!’ Visual effects maestro Rick Baker on a monstrously good career
Visual effects pioneer Rick Baker, whose 40+ year career produced seven Academy Awards, reflects on his influence on cinema and mentorship of younger artists at a lifetime achievement award ceremony.
National Television Awards pick first all-female shortlist for drama acting award
The National Television Awards have announced their first all-female shortlist for the drama acting category, featuring five nominees including previous winner Sheridan Smith.
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Half of homes in Great Britain taking longer to sell than last year amid mortgage volatility
Half of homes in Great Britain are selling more slowly than the previous year due to mortgage market volatility linked to Middle East conflict, with regional disparities widening as buyers adopt cautious strategies.
Job vacancies at five-year low as smaller firms scale back recruitment
Job vacancies have declined to their lowest level in over five years, with smaller businesses reducing recruitment due to rising labour costs and operating expenses.
Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley tightens hold on Hugo Boss
Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group increased its stake in Hugo Boss to 48% after shareholders accepted a takeover offer, positioning the retail billionaire closer to full control of the German fashion house.
The grueling fight over who profits from AI music
The music industry faces uncertainty as generative AI platforms raise questions about who profits when AI models train on existing songs without explicit permission or compensation.
Governments’ borrowing costs hit further multi-decade highs as US-Iran peace hopes fade
Government borrowing costs across advanced economies reached multi-decade highs as hopes for a US-Iran peace agreement collapsed, with rising oil prices and increased defense spending fueling inflation concerns.
UK risks running out of gas by 2030s, ministers told
UK ministers are examining financial support measures to prevent gas shortages in the 2030s as North Sea reserves deplete and domestic production continues its long-term decline.
‘A feudal relationship’: Stonegate Pub Partners under scrutiny after complaints of tenant mistreatment
Stonegate Pub Partners faces investigation by the industry regulator over alleged mistreatment of tenants operating more than 3,000 venues, amid complaints of financial hardship and inadequate support.
Tupac’s murder was act of revenge, prosecutors allege in trial’s opening day
Prosecutors allege former gang leader Duane “Keffe D” Davis orchestrated the 1996 drive-by shooting that killed rapper Tupac Shakur in retaliation for a beating of Davis’s nephew earlier that day.
Iran prepares to keep economy alive as US threatens further sanctions
The US announced plans for unprecedented economic sanctions against Iran while a memorandum of understanding expired, as Tehran prepares countermeasures to maintain its economy amid blockades and international isolation.
Disney and ABC sue Trump’s media regulator to stop early licence renewal
Disney and ABC filed a lawsuit to stop the Trump administration’s early broadcast licence renewal process, claiming the network is being unfairly targeted over editorial content.
US judge says government can revoke deportation protections for Ethiopians
A US federal judge ruled that the Trump administration can revoke Temporary Protected Status for over 5,000 Ethiopians, removing the final judicial obstacle to the termination.
US seeks to revive criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
The Trump administration seeks to revive criminal charges against Salvadoran national Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whose wrongful deportation sparked scrutiny of US immigration authorities.