Rolls-Royce stands among those famous for some of the best engines in the world, and yet one of the biggest investments it made is not doing that great. Reaction Engines works to build a super-fast engine to revolutionize travel. Recent news shows it has dropped drastically in value. Here's what is happening in simple terms. …
A new AI experiment at Edinburgh Airport is making parking prices a lottery. The cost of parking can change by chance as the airport conducts an artificial intelligence trial. In a strange turn of events, travelers seem to be quoted different prices for the same places. How it works: If you book your parking online …
Something weird happened at Manchester Airport on August 29, 2024, which kept everybody surprised. A Jet2 flight turned into drama right after police escorted a passenger off. Let's dive in to see what it was and how it all happened. It starts with Jet2 Flight LS921, which was due to take off from Manchester to …
Recently, two law firms in Liverpool closed their operations without warning, and their employees found themselves in a dilemma. These have left the staff literally "stranded" and unsure of which way to go. The Solicitor Regulation Authority-the big deal in regulating attorneys-intervened to shut down Langton Law on Dale Street and BPS Solicitors on Old …
Something quite exciting is abuzz in Leeds: a new project rocking the food world! A brand-new innovation center has just been opened at the University of Leeds, all for the creation of delicious, earth-friendly alternatives to meat. This centre, going by the name National Alternative Protein Innovation Centre, is not called that for fun; it …
In a world where electric vehicles are going to be at the fore, one major car brand has made a surprising move. Chery, the well-known Chinese car manufacturer, has announced that petrol vehicles will continue to play a big part in its plans, even as the company pushes forward with electric options. Let's dive into …
Crude oil prices have become quite the roller coaster of late. Early Thursday, they steadied after rising more than 1% on Thursday, courtesy of news about shutdowns in Libya's oil production. But even with this news, experts think that over the month, oil prices may fall on worries of weak demand. What Happened with Libya? …
What's the Buzz? OpenAI, the company powering ChatGPT, is about to make a stunning comeback. After rumors that it could go bankrupt within a year, some tech giants are swooping in to save the day. Microsoft, Apple, and NVIDIA are said to join hands to provide fresh funding. That could catapult OpenAI's market value to …
Prices for many things went up a little in July, according to a key report that the Federal Reserve watches closely. This is what people might call the personal consumption expenditure, or PCE, price index. It reflects how much prices of goods and services that people buy have changed in value. So, what's the scoop? …
A new problem faces the shops in the UK: some are buying stolen goods from professional thieves stealing to feed their addiction issues. These are simply working with a gang to steal particular items to resell locally and online. Here's what is happening: A Growing Issue Hundreds of thousands of thefts are reported to be …
Morning commuters traveling by train in Norwich did not get off to a great start as all trains in and out of the city were at a standstill. Imagine just when you had your luggage ready to go on a journey, only to realize your train is not moving at all. That's exactly what happened …
Get ready, drivers! Big changes are coming in soon, and they are about to shake up driving across the UK. Come September 1, new '74' vehicle registration plates will hit the roads. This means that there is a new set of rules to follow, and it's time for all drivers to get up to speed. …
Anyone trying to log on to the NatWest or Royal Bank of Scotland banking app this morning may find themselves currently locked out. Thousands of customers have been unable to access accounts, and the situation seems to be growing restless. What's Going On? Problems with the NatWest and RBS apps are affecting heavy users this …
Aviva, the UK-based insurance major, finds itself at the center of a storm in India over charges that it has been party to fake invoicing and secret cash payments in order to circumvent rules. And, of course, this scandal is getting people talking: 'How could such a large company get caught in something like this?. …
