Wood Group offshore workers launch 48-hour strike in row over pay
Offshore workers on a number of North Sea platforms are taking strike action in a dispute over pay and conditions.
UK & World
Australian consumer sentiment falls more than expected as rate, fuel costs bite
The Australian dollar was coasting above 0.7200+ for much of last week but a bruising end to that week and a soft start Monday have seen it give back the best part of US1.4c from last week’s highs, to 0.7130. The global…
Form 144 Diamondback Energy For: 5 October
The notice identifies Wolfrock Energy, L.L.C. as seller and Charles A. Meloy as the director whose account is named.
Five reasons India's stock market is sinking even when its economy is growing
The world's fastest growing major economy has one of the worst performing major equity markets in 2026.
Five reasons India's stock market is sinking even when its economy is growing
The world's fastest growing major economy has one of the worst performing major equity markets in 2026.
Form 4 Middleby Corp For: 5 October
The chief technology and operations officer's restricted stock units vest in three installments from 2027 through 2029.
We're saving £100 a month into pensions for our toddler and baby - here's why
Richard and Caitlin Brain's two children are aged just 20 months and five months respectively, yet mum and dad have already set up pensions for them.
Pentagon stops using Anthropic AI tools after blacklisting company, BBC told
The US Department of Defence is no longer using Anthropic's AI tools, an official has told the BBC, months after it designated the company a supply chain risk on national security grounds.
Europe’s Bond Problems Are Turning US Dollar Strength Into a Structural Trade
At the turn of the year 2025-26, economic growth surprised on the upside while financial market sentiment remained strong despite high uncertainty. The war in the Middle East is now putting this resilience to the test. …
Jobs Recovery or One-Off Blip?
“Retirement savers want more stocks in their portfolios as a hedge against inflation, potentially offering a long-term tailwind for equities as societies age, according to the latest Bloomberg Markets Live Pulse survey.
Shadow chancellor to unveil Tory plans to cut taxes and regulations
Shadow ministers will unveil a series of policies on day two of the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham.
Why are data centres such a big deal in Scotland?
At least 23 huge data centres are planned in Scotland, causing significant concern for campaigners.
Why are data centres such a big deal in Scotland?
At least 23 huge data centres are planned in Scotland, causing significant concern for campaigners.
BT agrees rescue deal to buy broadband operator TalkTalk
The UK's biggest broadband provider, BT, has agreed to rescue rival operator TalkTalk in a takeover.
Trump announces 'Super Intelligence Force' to oversee AI policy
US President Donald Trump says he has created a new task force focused on artificial intelligence, which will be led by Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton.
How India became dangerously addicted to Chinese imports
Take a walk into an Indian toy shop and as well as picking up a new favourite plaything for a child, you might just get an insight into how the nation is battling for a batter economic relationship with its all-powerful…
The job interview question you don't have to answer
Prepare all you like, but there is often still one job interview question that leaves you feeling uncomfortable.
Former Anthropic researcher to testify at NYC Council AI hearing - report
Congress spent nearly a decade holding hearings on artificial intelligence while passing almost nothing to make it safer, and the New York City Council now wants to find out whether a city can do what Washington has not…
White House forms AI task force to assess technology risks - WSJ
US President Donald Trump has created a task force to examine the risks and opportunities posed by artificial intelligence (AI) and recommend what role the federal government should play in overseeing the technology, wi…
Nestle India product sample declared unsafe by food regulator
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India banned the sale of Nestle's “Low Fat Dairy Whitener” after the sample of the product taken from a top Delhi hotel was declared to be “unsafe” and “substandard”. A notice …
Suppliers pile pressure on government over energy bills
The government should take immediate action to help those struggling with energy bills this winter, the suppliers' trade body has said.
Investor Optimism Wins as an Investment Strategy
The headlines have never sounded scarier, and the market keeps setting records, which is exactly why investor optimism wins over a full cycle, and why your own behavior is the real risk.
G7 to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel after Trump export ban threat
The G7 has agreed to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel in a bid to ease supply pressures that have caused prices to skyrocket.
Week Ahead: Britain Is Not the Next France - For Now
With wildfires sweeping across the southwest coast and hundreds of thousands of locals and tourists evacuated, should you be reconsidering your trip to France this August? Here’s what you need to know if you’re planning…