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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s next era is marriage, and the internet is freaking out
It’s been a long time coming: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are finally tying the knot. In a joint Instagram post captioned “Your English…
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.
Business
Meta to launch California super PAC to support pro-AI candidates
Meta is setting up a new California-focused political action committee (PAC) to back state-level candidates favoring lighter regulation of…
Business
Trump calls for death penalty for Washington DC murder cases
US President Donald Trump has said he plans to seek the death penalty for suspected murderers in Washington DC. Speaking during a cabinet…
News
Family 'heartbroken' over fatal Isle of Wight helicopter crash
Ros Tappenden BBC News, South of England The family of a couple killed in a helicopter crash on the Isle of Wight have said they are…
News
Consumer confidence fell in August as worries over job market, tariffs grew
Americans’ view of the U.S. economy declined modestly in August as anxiety over a weakening job market grew for the eighth straight month.…
News
2005’s Katrina to 2025’s Erin: America’s storm problem is growing
On August 25, 2005, right before it made landfall north of Miami, Tropical Storm Katrina became Hurricane Katrina. As it blew through the…
Business
Trump vs the Fed: Why this row could rattle the US economy
Michelle Fleury New York business correspondent Donald Trump says he's sacking Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook. She says she's not…
News
AI chatbots are inconsistent with suicide-related questions, study says
EDITOR’S NOTE — This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline…
Culture
Caitlin Clark is Nike’s next signature athlete with a shoe and apparel launching in 2026
Caitlin Clark is Nike’s newest signature athlete, expanding the athletic wear company’s partnership with the WNBA star. Nike on Monday…
News
Man told girls in Epping he wanted to 'have a baby', court hears
Lewis Adams BBC News, Essex Reporting from Chelmsford Magistrates' Court A man told two 14-year-old girls eating pizza in a town centre…
News
Poundland rescue deal saves firm from administration
Emer Moreau & Faarea Masud Business reporters, BBC News Poundland has avoided collapsing into administration after its turnaround plan was…
News
It’s only August but Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte is back
Want a little autumn in your August? You’re in luck. The seasonal Pumpkin Spice Latte has returned to Starbucks menus in the U.S. and…
Culture
With Love, Meghan series 2: Who said 'I love you' first, and what Meghan misses about UK
Californian sunsets, perfectly decorated cakes, and lessons in how to make salt and vinegar crisps. That's right - With Love, Meghan, is…
Business
Global markets sink as Trump announces he’s firing the Fed’s Lisa Cook
Shares sank Tuesday in Europe and Asia after President Donald Trump announced he was firing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. The…
Business
Max Dowman: Arsenal's steps to protect winger
Max Dowman made his Premier League debut at 15 years and 234 days last weekend - this is how Arsenal are supporting his progress in every…
Business
These are the ten most memorable sound effects in the history of tech
For understandable reasons, most technology coverage tends to focus more on the physical or visual elements of new devices than their…
Business
Cadillac: Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez to drive for new F1 team in 2026
The Mexican was dropped by Red Bull at the end of last season despite having two further years on his contract after the team felt he had…
Business
The Hot Crazy Matrix explains why investors get tech deals wrong
Private equity deals hit an all-time high in 2021, peaking at a total value of more than $1tn, with an average deal size exceeding $1bn…
Business
Agentic AI has companies excited and security experts freaked out
Agentic AI is being heralded as the future of the generative AI revolution by leaders in the field. From ChatGPT’s integration of agentic…
Business
US Open 2025: Francesca Jones prepares for first New York main-draw appearance
Having come through three rounds of qualifying in New York to reach the main draw, Jones was keen to call parents Adele and Simon, who are…
Business
Who is Lisa Cook, and what is Federal Reserve governor accused of?
Tom Geoghegan and James FitzGerald BBC News President Donald Trump has demanded the removal of one of the governors of the US central…
News
Does rudeness make leaders seem authentic?
As I illustrate in my forthcoming book, we live in an age of authenticity worship. From corporate mission statements urging employees to…
Business
This is why your thought leadership stories aren’t getting any traction
My first job as an opinion columnist was here at Fast Company, writing the back page column for the magazine, circa 2006 or so. The column…
News
French PM Bayrou fights for survival as rivals refuse support in vote of confidence
Paul Kirby Europe digital editor French opposition parties have said they will not back Prime Minister François Bayrou after he called a…