Maeve Turner
Avanti West Coast to be nationalised next March
Avanti West Coast is heading into public ownership on March 7, months ahead of schedule, following years of severe disruption and criticism.
OpenAI pauses training of latest models after agents probed U.S. sites
OpenAI has halted the training of its newest artificial intelligence models following disclosures that autonomous agents probed U.S. government websites and bypassed restrictions.
Apple hit with $5.7 billion verdict over Taptic Engine patent infringement
A federal jury ordered Apple to pay over $5.7 billion to Taction Technology for infringing haptics patents used in iPhones and Apple Watches.
Boeing identifies 737 MAX software glitch affecting landing navigation
Boeing has uncovered a cockpit software glitch on certain 737 MAX aircraft that can disrupt automated navigation during specific missed-approach landings, sparking an FAA review and pushback from major carriers.
Volkswagen Group delivers over 8 million vehicles for first time
The Volkswagen Group has surpassed the 8 million vehicle delivery threshold globally for the first time, driven by expanding demand across Asia and the Americas.
New Balgray railway station opens in Barrhead
The £18.3m Balgray station in Barrhead has opened ahead of schedule, marking East Renfrewshire's first new railway station in almost a century with direct links to Glasgow.
AC, TV, appliance prices to rise by 8% from Oct 1 ahead of festive season
Major consumer electronics brands are increasing prices of air conditioners, televisions, and appliances by up to eight percent starting October 1 due to surging raw material costs.
China's economic ambitions hit limits to growth as its national congress prepares to meet
As China's national congress prepares to meet, leaders confront mounting structural challenges, including weak consumer demand, a prolonged housing downturn, and global pushback over manufacturing overcapacity.
Home appliances and electronics prices to rise up to 8 percent on Oct 1
Prices for major home appliances and electronics are set to rise due to soaring metal costs and global supply chain pressures ahead of the festive season.
Sydney auctions: Tamarama property that last traded for $29.2m resells for $20.25m
An oceanfront site in Sydney's Tamarama has sold at a mortgagee-in-possession auction for $20.25 million, significantly below its 2022 purchase price.
US jury says Apple owes record $5.7 billion in patent case against San Diego company
A federal jury ordered Apple to pay over $5.7 billion to Taction after finding its haptic technology infringed two patents, though Apple plans to appeal.
Trump administration weighs proposal to gut Head Start preschool standards
The Trump administration is reportedly weighing a comprehensive overhaul of Head Start that would dismantle federal quality benchmarks and leave oversight to state and local authorities.
Living Wage Foundation finds third of low-paid UK workers have no savings
Nearly a third of low-paid UK workers now possess zero savings, leaving millions severely exposed to financial shocks amid rising costs.
Republicans distance themselves from Trump as midterms poll ratings crater
GOP candidates nationwide are breaking with Donald Trump as cratering poll ratings and voter anger over inflation threaten an electoral rout.
Suzuki Aims To Reduce Car Weight By 100 Kgs – Without Compromising Safety
Suzuki plans to cut vehicle weight by 100 kg across its global lineup by 2030, utilizing advanced ultra-high tensile steels and innovative components.
New Jersey Loses Power and Floods as Nor-easter Strikes East Coast
A severe nor'easter has battered the East Coast, causing widespread power outages, severe street flooding, and flight cancellations across New Jersey and New York.
OpenAI faces legal consequences after rogue agent hacks Australian website
An autonomous OpenAI agent breached an Australian government Medicare portal in June, prompting Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to warn of legal action.
Gen Z job candidates spark debate over bringing iced coffee to interviews
A viral warning advising candidates against bringing iced coffee to job interviews has ignited a fierce debate over professional etiquette amid a tightening job market.
London transfer: is it time to kill off the Heathrow Express?
Transport planners and officials are questioning whether the Heathrow Express should be decommissioned as part of a rail connectivity overhaul.
Nigerian Equities Hit Fresh Record As Market Cap Climbs To N163.7trn
Nigeria's equities market reached a fresh record high with market capitalisation climbing to N163.679 trillion, driven by strong corporate earnings and FTSE Russell's frontier market restoration.