Business
Money dysmorphia: Why solopreneurs fall prey to the funhouse mirror of finances
I’ve worked for myself for nearly a decade, and in all but one of those years I’ve earned more than the U.K. average salary. Some years…
Susan Darwin
I focus on highlighting the latest in news and politics. With a passion for bringing fresh perspectives to the forefront, I aim to share stories that inspire progress, critical thinking, and informed discussions on today's most pressing issues.
News
Why is the AI industry scared of this Palantir alum running for congress?
As the midterm election primaries inch closer, some candidates are focusing their campaigns on how they’ll regulate artificial…
News
France to start intercepting small boats in the Channel after pressure from UK
France has agreed to start intercepting small boats in the Channel, following months of pressure from the UK. The change in policy comes…
News
The most popular social media platform isn’t TikTok or X
Social media has become inexorably intertwined with our daily lives, but not all platforms are equally popular. For every cultural…
Business
The anti-junk gift guide
It’s that time of year again. My mailbox is stuffed with catalogs. Targeted seasonal ads from Amazon, Walmart, and Target are following me…
News
Black Friday design deals you don’t want to miss
After Thanksgiving, brands will bombard you with Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotions. It can be overwhelming to know what to buy.…
News
Stanley McChrystal says leaders must have good character and strong convictions
What does it mean to be a courageous leader in 2025? Stanley McChrystal, retired four-star general in the U.S. Army, joins futurist and…
News
What we still don’t know about weight-loss drugs
Unfortunately, the company found that the drug did not appear to delay the progression of Alzheimer’s disease in the volunteers who took…
Business
Proposed R360 series delays launch until 2028
R360, the proposed global rugby series targetting the game's top stars, has pushed back its launch date two years to 2028, raising doubts…
News
AI is tranforming spacecraft propulsion—and may lead to nuclear-powered rockets
Every year, companies and space agencies launch hundreds of rockets into space—and that number is set to grow dramatically with ambitious…
Business
Black Friday 2025: Are banks, stock markets open or closed? And when do store sales start at Walmart and Target?
The day after Thanksgiving is a holiday in itself for retailers. Historically, Black Friday has been a time when shoppers wake up early…
News
Ukraine anti-corruption agents search home of Zelensky's top adviser Yermak
Ukraine's anti-corruption agencies have begun searching the apartment of President Volodymyr Zelensky's chief of staff Andriy Yermak. One…
News
Hong Kong fire: Fury and questions after deadliest blaze in decades
Video shows how fast fire spread in Hong Kong high-rise Shock is giving way to anger in Hong Kong after a massive fire ripped through a…
News
The new rules of work: How AI is reshaping human value
AI is rapidly changing the world around us, from the way we engage online to how we work. But while the technology is able to complete an…
Business
Tony Pulis column: 'Daniel Farke probably feels like he is up to his neck in muck’
This season, Farke's self-stated remit was to collect 38 points, or a point per game, a total that has proven enough to retain top-flight…
Business
How close is the first solopreneur unicorn?
Just a handful of years ago, the idea of one person creating a company worth over a billion dollars seemed like a pipe dream. Thanks to…
News
Former Brexit Party MEP denies taking payment from pro-Russian campaign
Wyre Davies,BBC Wales Investigatesand Ben Summer,BBC Wales Investigates Former Brexit Party and UKIP MEP David Coburn told the BBC when we…
Culture
Louvre hikes ticket prices for most non-EU tourists by 45%
Osmond ChiaBusiness reporter Ticket prices for the Louvre museum in Paris will rise by 45% for most non-European Union visitors, the…
Culture
NFL: Dallas Cowboys beat Kansas City Chiefs on Thanksgiving, while Packers win at Lions
The Kansas City Chiefs' play-off hopes are hanging by a thread after losing 31-28 at the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving. The Cowboys have…
News
National Guard member dies after shooting in Washington DC
One of the two members of the National Guard who were shot in Washington DC on Wednesday has died, US President Donald Trump said. Sarah…
Business
The Blind Date couple who married in front of millions
Alix Hattenstone, BBC News Sue's friends submitted a letter without her knowledge, saying she would like to go on the biggest dating show…
Culture
Oscars 2026: How to watch this year's awards-tipped films from Hamnet to Marty Supreme.
Steven McIntoshEntertainment reporter Hollywood stars are preparing to attend one ceremony after another, as the film awards season gets…
News
'Hang in there': Agonising wait for hundreds missing after Hong Kong blaze
Koey Lee,BBC News Chinese, Hong Kong, Abel U,BBC News Chinese, Hong Kongand Grace Tsoi,BBC World Service, Hong Kong Video shows how fast…
News
Putin doubles down on demands for Ukrainian territory ahead of talks with US
President Vladimir Putin has doubled down on his core demands for ending the war in Ukraine, saying Russia will lay down arms only if…