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Why the expected fight over the North American trade deal never kicked off
The anticipated major confrontation over the North American trade deal, known as the USMCA, has failed to materialize as expected. The United States has confirmed that it will not …
EU border delays 'not bearable' over summer, warns airport boss
The head of Berlin's airport has warned that holidaymakers could face unbearable delays this summer due to the European Union's new Entry-Exit System (EES). The system, which is se…
Google must pay €4.1bn fine for using Android to 'block' rivals
Google has been ordered to pay a €4.1 billion fine by European regulators for using its Android operating system to block rivals. The penalty stems from allegations that Google abu…
Old British fridges 'cannot cope with the heat'
Experts have raised concerns that older refrigerators are struggling to cope with increasingly hot weather conditions. As global temperatures rise, these aging appliances are comin…
World Cup dreams shattered as StubHub tickets cancelled at last minute leaving fans stranded outside stadiums
Hundreds of football fans faced heartbreak and chaos as their World Cup tickets purchased through the resale platform StubHub were abruptly cancelled at the last minute, leaving th…
Don't expect trackers to save your stolen car, experts say
Experts are warning car owners not to rely on built-in tracking systems to recover stolen vehicles, as legal and technical limitations often prevent real-time location sharing. In …
US blocks long-term renewal of North American trade deal
The United States has blocked a proposed 16-year renewal of the North American trade deal, effectively preventing long-term stability for the agreement. Instead of a multi-year ext…
Bibles, Home Alone and perfume: Six surprising ways Trump made money in 2025
According to official documents, President Donald Trump amassed billions of dollars in 2025, even as he returned to the White House. Among the surprising revenue streams detailed w…
Halifax brand to be scrapped after 173 years
Lloyds Banking Group has announced that the Halifax brand, which has been a staple of British banking for 173 years, will be phased out. Despite the decision to scrap the well-know…
Up to 150 ex-WHSmith High Street stores to close as rescue deal approved
A court-approved restructuring plan will lead to the closure of up to 150 former WHSmith High Street stores. The sweeping rescue deal, which was approved by a judge, includes signi…
Brewery boss who banned phones and swearing from pubs dies aged 81
Humphrey Smith, the longtime boss of the Tadcaster brewery who famously banned mobile phones and swearing from his pubs, has died at the age of 81. Smith had been at the helm of th…
Why is crucial tech vulnerable to the heat?
A growing concern has emerged over the fragility of essential technology in the face of extreme heat. Critical infrastructure, including energy grids and train services, is proving…