For the first time, scientists have discovered a cave on the Moon. This cave, estimated to be at least 100 meters deep, is considered a promising location for establishing a permanent human base. Researchers suggest that this cave is one of potentially hundreds of hidden caves on the Moon, representing an “underground, undiscovered world.” Countries […] More
Russian antivirus giant Kaspersky Labs has announced its departure from the US market following a ban by the Biden administration on the sales and distribution of its software. The company described the decision as “sad and difficult,” citing the lack of viable business opportunities in the US. The move follows Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo’s statement […] More
Swati Dhingra, a member of the Bank of England’s interest rate-setting committee, expressed confidence that inflation in Britain is unlikely to spike again, advocating for a reduction in borrowing costs. In an interview on The Rest is Money podcast aired on Monday, Dhingra emphasized the need to start normalizing interest rates to alleviate the pressure […] More
Fast food enthusiasts should hurry to the chain for a final taste of these beloved dishes, snacks, and sweet treats. The items are set to depart from the McDonald’s menu on Tuesday (July 16), just over a month after their introduction. One of the departures includes the Skittles McFlurry. This dessert features soft dairy ice […] More
Several European cannabis start-ups are preparing to launch initial public offerings in New York, capitalizing on a US proposal to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug and recent decriminalization efforts in Germany. This move comes despite depressed share prices among larger players in the sector. London-based Grow Group, a medical cannabis distributor, aims to […] More
Go North East has announced new bus routes aimed at providing a more dependable service for passengers in Derwentside. These routes will connect Consett, Stanley, and Newcastle, serving villages such as Burnopfield, Dipton, and Whickham. Residents of Annfield Plain, Dipton, and Burnopfield can expect doubled bus frequencies to Newcastle on weekdays, alongside reinstated direct services […] More
Parking fees at major UK airports have significantly risen over the past year, leaving drivers to contend with steep costs. Recent research from the RAC reveals that drop-off charges at four major airports have increased by approximately £1 for a 10-minute stay. London Gatwick now charges £6 for a 10-minute drop-off, Edinburgh £5 for the […] More
Burberry shares have dropped by 11% or 98.3p to 788.3p following today’s update and the suspension of dividend payments, bringing the luxury goods group’s stock to its lowest level since 2010. Chris Beauchamp, chief market analyst at IG, commented: “This is a classic ‘kitchen sink’ exercise, highlighting the significant challenges facing Burberry in a market […] More
China’s economy faltered in the second quarter, according to official data, coinciding with a crucial meeting of the country’s top leaders addressing its sluggish growth. The economy expanded by 4.7% in the three months leading up to June, falling short of expectations after a strong start in early 2024. The government’s annual growth target is […] More
The number of agreed house sales over the past month has risen by 15% compared to the same period last year, according to Rightmove. This increase comes as buyers anticipate potential “gamechanging” interest rate cuts, which they hope could be announced as early as August. Rightmove, the UK’s largest property website, reported that homebuyers have […] More