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Nehal Gandhi book exposes power imbalances in donor-grantee relationships
Nehal Gandhi argues that philanthropic 'shape-shifting' to satisfy donor expectations often undermines community-rooted needs. She calls for a shift toward reciprocity and collaboration to replace traditional, transactional funding models.
Supermarkets are not responsible for rising global grocery prices
Economic analysis suggests that global grocery price hikes are driven by supply chain costs and commodities rather than retail profit-taking. Experts warn that proposed state-run supermarket initiatives may destabilize markets without addressing fundamental inflation drivers.
Trump announces 100% tariff on generic drug imports, two‑year grace period
The U.S. will impose significant tariffs on generic drugs produced outside the country, providing a two-year window for firms to shift production stateside.
IRAS imposes $6.8m in taxes and penalties on nightclubs over flower garlands
Singapore’s tax authority has penalized eight nightclubs for failing to correctly declare income from flower garland sales. The enforcement action follows audits that uncovered systematic under-reporting of GST and income for non-resident performers.
Origin Energy investigates potential data breach affecting millions
Origin Energy is conducting an urgent investigation into a potential data breach that may have compromised the personal information of its customers. The company stated it does not currently believe any credit card or bank account details were accessed.
Tesla to log $3.3bn Q2 cash burn as AI spend tests investor patience
Tesla achieved record deliveries of 480,126 vehicles in the second quarter, though analysts anticipate a $3.3 billion negative free cash flow. This shift comes as the company increases its 2026 capital budget to over $25 billion, primarily targeting AI, robotics, and the Cybercab.
Andy Burnham pledges economic reset as new PM with Healey at Treasury
Following the resignation of Sir Keir Starmer, Prime Minister Andy Burnham has appointed John Healey as Chancellor of the Exchequer. The administration's focus on regional decentralization and fiscal policy changes has triggered volatility in UK bond markets.
US stocks rise as semiconductor rebound offsets geopolitical tensions
US markets closed higher as a surge in semiconductor shares countered concerns over Middle East tensions and Canadian trade tariffs. Investors are now shifting focus toward critical upcoming quarterly earnings reports.
Anthropic agrees to 1.5 billion dollar settlement over pirated books
A federal judge granted final approval to a $1.5 billion settlement resolving claims that Anthropic used unauthorized books to train its AI models. The agreement provides compensation to authors and publishers whose works were included in the company's digital library.
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Novo Nordisk filed a lawsuit against Eli Lilly, claiming the rival firm uses outdated clinical data in its advertisements to misrepresent its obesity drugs.
Novo Nordisk sues Eli Lilly over alleged false weight-loss drug ads
The litigation claims Eli Lilly’s marketing for Mounjaro and Zepbound uses outdated data to unfairly compare efficacy against Wegovy and Ozempic.
Iranian forces target Bahrain and Kuwait after US hits Iran's south
Iranian forces have conducted a multi-theatre retaliation against U.S. installations across the Gulf, escalating tensions and threatening global oil transit. These strikes followed U.S. airstrikes in southern Iran and included attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
Nasdaq futures rise as chip stocks recover ahead of tech earnings
US stock futures trended higher as investor sentiment found support in a semiconductor sector revival. Investors are now focused on upcoming tech earnings and the implementation of new trade policies targeting Canadian goods.
Alibaba faces tighter US AI chip export controls, cloud growth at risk
Alibaba's cloud-centric AI strategy faces pressure as U.S. regulators tighten access to Nvidia chips while Beijing considers new export rules for AI models.
Australian superannuation funds record fourth straight year of strong returns
Australian superannuation funds achieved a 10.5% median return for the 2025 financial year, supported by strong performance in international share markets.
KPMG warns rising energy prices threaten UK growth and interest rate cuts
Rising energy costs and supply disruptions are putting the UK's economic recovery at risk and keeping inflation above the Bank of England's 2 percent target. Analysts are divided on whether borrowing costs will fall by the end of 2026 or remain steady due to persistent inflation.
Andy Burnham weighs property tax and capital gains reforms as PM
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is planning a significant overhaul of the tax system, targeting property wealth and capital gains to balance national finances.
British passport cost rises to over £100 amid global ranking decline
The cost for a standard adult online passport application has risen to £102 as the British passport's global ranking continues to decline.
Andy Burnham Promises Tax Relief and Cost-of-Living Focus in First PM ...
New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged a "breathing-space" agenda, targeting personal tax allowances and housing to combat the rising cost of living.
Poste Italiane launches 10.8 billion euro takeover bid for Telecom Italia
Poste Italiane is initiating a voluntary public offer to acquire Telecom Italia, seeking to integrate the nation's postal, financial, and connectivity networks.