Fish and chips, that staple British meal, has grown quite dear in the past few years. He goes up more than 50% in the last five years, setting him out of the budget for most families to have it as a treat. Rising energy bills, seafood tariffs, and poor potato harvests are hiking costs to …
Qantas sold tickets of first class at whopping 85 percent off because of a fault in the coding. The bargain was had by at least 300 passengers before the mistake was overcome. The second part of the story goes that airlines have now offered to rebook these passengers into business class or to give a …
When it comes to getting a foot on the property ladder, it seems that boys have the upper hand, thanks to the "Bank of Mum and Dad." A recent survey has uncovered that sons receive a significantly larger chunk of financial assistance from their parents compared to daughters. The average amount gifted to sons for …
Nvidia, a major player in the world of artificial intelligence (AI) chips, is set to reveal its second-quarter earnings on Wednesday. All eyes are on this report because Nvidia's revenue is anticipated to have more than doubled compared to the same period last year. But here's the twist: while doubling revenue sounds like great news, …
Uber, the world-famous ride-hailing service, has found itself in a sticky situation. On Monday, the company was slapped with a massive €290 million fine for transferring personal data of European drivers to its headquarters in the United States. The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) revealed that this move was in direct violation of the European …
Mike Lynch, the decorated British technology entrepreneur, has died in a tragic yacht accident off the coast of Sicily. Now his family is embroiled in a $4bn legal battle with Hewlett Packard Enterprise over a fraud case that has rumbled on for years. Despite charges being dismissed against him in a US criminal case, a …
Charging an electric vehicle is a struggle about to be faced by millions of Great Britain people. Rapid growth in public chargers is leaving a vast swathe of 'charging deserts,' many of whom have been left without easy access. This disparity tells of a growing call for more widespread, fair charging infrastructure across the country. …
ScotRail drivers have suspended their strike plans after receiving a fresh pay offer. However, the reduced train service is still to go on. The train drivers' union, Aslef, withdrew its ballot for industrial action, urging members to accept the new deal. A decision will now be taken by the members shortly ScotRail train drivers were …
The UK government awarded KPMG a £223 million contract to train civil servants. This happens just after the commitment to reduce money spent on external consultants. Under the 15-month deal, different training programs are planned despite the promise that had been issued recently to significantly cut consultancy costs. In a surprise turn of events, the …
Devon is renowned for its breathtakingly beautiful beaches and the many small, inviting local businesses found slightly inland from the always-popular beach frontage. This popular destination is struggling to maintain its draw as the local businesses are being forced to pass on the increased costs of domestic tourism. Increasing vacations abroad are proving cheaper than …
A unique exhibition in London showcases the Japanese replica food art—a.k.a. sampuru. These models depict foods from Japan in stunningly precise detail and act as 3D menus. This exhibit gives a very rare opportunity to explore this intriguing, multi-complex art form outside of Japan, with cultural relevance and history to boot. Discovering Japan's Incredible Fake …
A Lufthansa flight flying from Germany to the US made an unscheduled stop at Manchester Airport after a passenger complained of having chest pains. The captain diverted the plane, and although emergency services were called to stand by along the runway, no further assistance was needed as it was declared safe to land. A Lufthansa …
Now is the time to buy a used electric vehicle in the UK when prices for popular models like the Tesla Model 3 and Kia e-Niro have been slashed. These affordable, dependable EVs have reliable batteries and good range—just what one needs for a family budget If you thought electric cars were too expensive for …
After a long wait, the big revelation of Apple's new products is going to happen on September 10. This is a crucial launch for Apple at such times, with slow sales lately. The new gadgets go on sale in just a bit more than a week, on September 20, and almost at the same time, …
