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Wed, 22 Jul 2026

France passes law banning under-15s from social media

The law will require social media platforms in France to verify all users age from January.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026

Nike to cut off thousands of online distributors in China, restructure digital footprint

Nike is streamlining its online business in China as the company looks to stabilize pricing and branding and get back to growth.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

'I can't afford to turn the oven on': 7.4m households struggling to buy essentials

As Andy Burnham promises “breathing space” for households, millions are unable to buy items such as clothing, heating and food.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Boost youth jobs by cutting employers' national insurance, MPs urge

A select committee says it has heard "overwhelming evidence" that rising employment costs are reducing training and job vacancies.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Will AI help you do your job or replace you?

Artificial Intelligence companies make vast claims about their tools replacing human labour - our charts show what's happening.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Tokyo urges men to wear shorts to work, but some women say it's 'leg hair harassment'

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government wants workers to ditch the suit and tie for t-shirts, trainers - and shorts.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

RFK Jr. says cyclospora outbreak is 'under control'

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Tuesday said that the ongoing outbreak of cyclosporiasis is "under control."

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

'It's frustrating' - Canadians react to new US tariffs

President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on a wide range of Canadian goods in retaliation for what he called "unequal treatment" of US products.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Goldman Sachs creates private markets platform as rich investors seek the next SpaceX and Stripe

Goldman Sachs is launching a new alternative investments platform aimed at giving wealthy clients and family offices direct stakes in private companies.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Trump: 50% tariffs response to Canada's treatment of US farmers

This new round of duties on Canadian goods is fuelling speculation about a potential announcement of new US tariffs on countries across the world.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Union plans rail strikes over train safety concerns

RMT says it has been in dispute with the rail operator since April, following the rollout of the 810 fleet.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

B&M fined £2m over serious food hygiene failings at Birmingham shops

Mouse droppings and gnawed food are found after inspections at three stores in Birmingham.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Three reasons why UK electricity prices are so high

The government has announced it will cut VAT on domestic electricity to zero but Britons still pay more for power than many other European nations.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Lindt's Easter chocolate sales fall after price hike

The Swiss chocolate maker adjusts its strategy in response to weaker demand after its price rises.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Ozempic-maker accuses rival of false advertising

Novo Nordisk has launched legal action accusing Eli Lilly of creating "misleading" ads, a claim its rival denies.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Is the internet broken?

75% of the world is online, and in many ways it makes all our lives better. But faced with AI slop, misinformation and toxicity, many people are asking: Is there a better way?

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

GM announces new gas-powered Cadillac vehicles amid EV pullback

GM CEO Mary Barra said Tuesday the next-generation Cadillacs will include new versions of the CT5 sedan, XT5 midsize SUV and discontinued three-row XT6 SUV.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Novo Nordisk sues Eli Lilly, alleging misleading GLP-1 advertising

Novo asked the court to permanently stop Lilly from running the "deceptive" ads and require the drugmaker to issue corrective advertising.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Wall Street is selling more rental homes, as buying ban takes effect

The largest landlords are all net sellers year to date, with 3,180 more homes sold than bought since Jan. 1.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

VAT to be cut from household electricity bills in October

Homes will save around £45 a year through the cut announced on Andy Burnham's first full day as prime minister.


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