US shipping rules to target China’s Shein, Temu
The US has introduced new rules that would impose taxes on many low-value shipments from China, targeting the influx of packages from e-commerce platforms...
The rivers that make New York city!
As New York City turns 400, one of the best ways to grasp its rapid growth is by paddling the very rivers that shaped...
Microsoft announces more lay offs from gaming
Microsoft, the owner of Xbox, plans to lay off approximately 650 employees from its gaming division following its $69 billion (£54.3 billion) merger deal....
Central Europe on alert for worst flooding in years
Authorities across Central Europe are bracing for "potentially catastrophic" rainfall, with preparations in full swing. In Austria, sandbags are being readied, while reservoirs in...
China raises retirement age to 63
China plans to gradually raise its retirement age for the first time since the 1950s to address an aging population and a shrinking pension...
US inflation now at lowest in 3 years
Inflation in the US eased further last month, according to official data, boosting hopes that the Federal Reserve will lower interest rates next week....
Algeria: Do Algerians support elections?
However, Algeria's current situation echoes the experiences of other North African nations, such as Egypt and Tunisia, following the Arab Spring. The demonstrations failed...
Scotland’s lone oil refinery to close next year
Scotland's only oil refinery, Grangemouth, is set to close by next summer, leading to the loss of 400 jobs. Petroineos, the company operating the...
UK: Only 65% firms aim to cut emissions to net zero
Only 65% of UK businesses have established plans to reach net zero emissions by the 2050 deadline, according to the largest industry survey to...