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Fri, 10 Apr 2026

Shoppers feel crunch as price of produce climbs

The conflict in the Middle East is impacting the price of tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers in the UK.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026

White House staff told not to place bets on prediction markets

The gambling platforms have grown in popularity, with some users making wagers on conflicts.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

TV for dogs booms but are they watching?

TV channels for dogs are multiplying but research is mixed on whether dogs are watching.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Hot in the city: Energy crisis tests Singapore's air-con addiction

The rise in energy prices has hit Asia particularly hard as many nations are heavily reliant on Gulf oil.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

OpenAI pauses UK data centre deal over energy costs and regulation

The project was part of a package of tech investment promising the UK could become an AI superpower.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Amazon debuts Masters coverage, becoming the golf tournament's fourth-ever media partner

Amazon will have two hours of exclusive Masters coverage Thursday and Friday in its debut year as a media partner for the prestigious golf tournament.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Disney plans layoffs of as many as 1,000 employees

Disney is planning a new phase of cost cutting, including as many as 1,000 layoffs, under new CEO Josh D'Amaro, according to a person familiar with the matter.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

American Airlines makes bag fees even more expensive for basic economy tickets

American Airlines is joining Delta, United, Southwest and JetBlue in raising its checked bag fees as the industry deals with high jet fuel prices.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

DOJ launches probe into NFL over media rights packages and antitrust concerns

The Department of Justice is raising concerns about the NFL's offerings across various platforms and affordability of consumers.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

As millions lose weight on GLP-1s, they're starting to turn to retailers to refresh their wardrobes

Apparel retailers could see an up to $13 billion annual boost in spending because of GLP-1 drugs, according to an estimate by equity research firm Bernstein.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Jo Malone hopes 'sense will prevail' in lawsuit over her name

The British perfume designer and Zara are being sued by Estée Lauder over a collaboration.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Kia plans to launch U.S. pickup truck by 2030

Kia plans to release a pickup truck for American consumers in the coming years, as the South Korean automaker plots continued growth globally.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Family offices piled into oil after capital dried up. The recent rally has made for big gains

After ESG pressures forced private equity investors out of oil and gas, investment firms of ultra-wealthy families stepped up.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn doesn't rule out the 2030 games: 'I would only do it if I could be fast'

Lindsey Vonn told CNBC Sport she's not ruling out a return to the Olympics in 2030, at age 45, if she can still perform at a high level.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Lidl begins building its first ever pub

The development is an unusual consequence of Northern Ireland's strict licensing laws.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

The food waste 'saints' feeding city's children

Janet Leng and Marian Hodgson volunteer at I Am Reusable food bank and redistribute food to schools.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Oil prices rise as traders eye fragile US-Iran ceasefire

The cost of crude plunged on Wednesday after a deal was announced that includes the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

22,000 students told to pay back 'mis-sold' maintenance loans

Those affected have been told their courses were never eligible for maintenance or childcare loans

Wed, 08 Apr 2026

The construction boss who built a new life after three years in prison

Traci Quinn, who was jailed for a drugs offence, has transformed herself and set up a successful firm.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026

'Even if Iran war ends now, farmers' costs will have to be passed on'

Despite a ceasefire, the Iran war will continue to affect farmers' costs and therefore food prices.


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