Air travels are exciting, but sometimes things go awry. Recently, one Cathay Pacific flight-which is a very popular airline-saw a huge squabble among passengers due to reclining seats. Here is what happened in a way that is easy to understand! On September 17, a Hong Kong-to-London flight became a real-life drama. A Chinese woman was …
Italy and Germany are arguing publicly over a deal for a bank and emotions are running high! It is basically the rumored potential takeover by Milan's big Italian bank, UniCredit Spa, of Commerzbank AG, Germany's major bank. The disagreement brings about some real tension between the two, as they have until now gotten on pretty …
The UK economy seems a bit shaky at the moment, and the businesses do not want to know what happens next. A recently released report shows that growth in private sector activity has slowed down for the second month consecutively. Thereby, it is due to its impact on the services as well as on the …
There is a serious situation unfolding over six water companies in England that overcharged their customers by some £1.5 billion! How did this happen? Now it is being claimed that for over ten years the companies have been hiding the true extent of sewage pollution in rivers and waterways, thereby continuing to charge much higher …
The problem that the Post Office is battling with, where technology is supposed to make life easier, is one of a kind. As many as thousands of post office workers across the country are still battling issues arising from a faulty computer system called Horizon, which has caused much financial woe to many of them. …
It is the third time around for Australian REA Group, an enterprise owned by Rupert Murdoch's News Corp, to attempt to acquire UK online property marketplace Rightmove. Yesterday alone, REA increased its offer to £6.1 billion. Should the company accept? That answer is no, and here's why. What's Happening?Rightmove's board of directors is to "carefully …
Imagine you are walking into your favorite supermarket to pick up some snacks or some groceries. You see posters everywhere that have "Prices Dropped!" or "Down Down!" stuck on them. You immediately think to yourself, "Wow! Great deal! Right?" Well, surprisingly not everything is as it appears. Two of Australia's two biggest supermarkets, Coles and …
It's a major change for first-time house buyers, as the UK's largest building society, Nationwide, announced that it will lend new buyers up to six times their earnings. This is being described as a "game-changer" in the mortgage industry, since other lenders, including Halifax and Lloyds, have also recently agreed to allow loans of up …
Shopping is always amazing but finding the best deals is what people mainly do especially when they go to malls. Tesco is one of the UK's biggest supermarkets and its price match promise is also in line with Aldi, which is a super-famous discount supermarket. There was a new report that comes out some of …
A key decision by the US government is to bar smart cars using certain technologies from China and Russia. This is due to security issues within the country. So, let's understand what it exactly means and why. Why the Ban?The US Commerce Secretary, Gina Raimondo, made a statement last September 23, 2024. Based on the …
Whether it's a newsflash from the London Stock Exchange or just anything said with regard to the Alternative Investment Market (AIM), know it's quite important. Recently, London Stock Exchange chief Dame Julia Hoggett wrote to the government regarding her anxieties over several big changes the forthcoming budget might bring about. Break it down further: What's …
In the heart of York, PAB Café Bar has closed its doors after just six months of serving the community. Located in Castlegate, this cozy café bar aimed to be a special spot for live music, delicious food, and drinks sourced from local businesses. Peter Wilson, the owner, ran the café alongside his son, Ben. …
Apple fans are buzzing with excitement over the new iPhone 16 Pro! It has some cool features, like a shiny new design, powerful AI tools, and improvements to the camera. But while there are some great upgrades, many are feeling a bit let down. Let’s dive into what makes this phone special and why some …
For many people, Christmas is all about family, decorations, and delicious festive treats. One of the highlights for chocolate lovers has been Cadbury's Festive Friends biscuits, a seasonal snack that has graced shelves for years. But now, Cadbury has confirmed that this beloved holiday treat is not coming back, leaving fans frustrated and upset. "Where …
