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English parents face court hearings over rising school absence rates
English parents are facing magistrates' courts over rising school absence rates as local authorities crack down on persistent non-attendance following pandemic disruptions.
Mastercard global payment outage resolved after system update
A global Mastercard technical glitch halted digital wallets, Apple Pay, and tap-and-go transactions across Australia on Saturday, leaving shoppers stranded at registers before being resolved.
Mahindra launches BE 6 Sporteq electric SUV with revised interior and new battery
Mahindra has expanded its electric vehicle lineup with the updated BE 6 SPORTEQ series, offering a new 70kWh battery option and interior revisions.
Wall Street hits record high as tech earnings and falling oil prices lift US markets
Wall Street surged to record highs as strong corporate earnings from artificial intelligence firms and falling crude oil prices boosted major US equities.
Stellantis delays Belvidere plant reopening and weighs Brampton sale
Stellantis is pushing back the production timeline for its Belvidere facility and considering a sale of the Brampton plant amid ongoing trade pressures.
Elizabeth Warren questions Trump administration over Taylor Farms outbreak response
Senator Elizabeth Warren questioned the administration regarding its handling of the Taylor Farms cyclospora outbreak and political donations.
Whole Foods recalls guacamole and salsa over salmonella fears
Whole Foods Market has issued a recall notice on its freshly prepared salsa and guacamole products due to a salmonella warning linked to jalapeños.
US retail sales drop 0.6% in July amid cooling consumer spending momentum
US retail and food services sales fell 0.6% in July to $763.6 billion as households directed more income toward essentials, cooling from spring highs.
US to impose unprecedented economic isolation measures on Iran
Washington is preparing unprecedented economic isolation measures and an ongoing naval blockade against Iran following drone attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
Andy Burnham visits Devon to consult small businesses on long-term growth plans
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has traveled to Devon to consult small businesses on long-term growth plans as his nationwide tour coincides with severe wildfire disruptions.
Ryanair passenger pulled back inside after engine parts shatter cabin window
An engine failure on a flight shattered a cabin window and partially pulled a passenger outside, prompting intense scrutiny of maintenance practices.
Rightmove says UK home searches with air‑conditioning double amid heatwave
Rightmove reports a 104% surge in UK home searches for air-conditioning during a major heatwave as climate-driven discomfort reshapes property priorities.
Milky Mist IPO GMP hits Rs20 premium, suggesting 15% listing gain
The grey-market premium for Milky Mist Dairy Food's public issue has climbed to Rs 20 per share, signaling potential 15% listing gains for investors.
Anthropic investors target $2 trillion valuation for October IPO
Backers of Claude maker Anthropic are eyeing a $2 trillion valuation for an October public listing, potentially setting a new record for an AI firm.
Canadian families spend 42% of income on taxes, outpacing basic needs
The average Canadian household now allocates 41.9 per cent of its cash income to taxes, surpassing the 36 per cent spent on food, shelter, and clothing combined.
Safford Police Respond to Landfill Theft, Missing Person and AI Harassment
The Safford Police Department logged 24 incidents in a 24-hour window, ranging from a landfill theft and missing-person report to an AI harassment complaint.
S&P 500 notches record-high close as rate-hike worries ease
Wall Street reached a milestone as the S&P 500 notched a record-high close, fueled by heavyweight tech stocks and easing inflation concerns.
Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of plane window after engine failure
An NTSB investigation confirms a terrifying Ryanair flight incident where engine shrapnel shattered a cabin window, pulling a passenger partially outside.
Frasers Group completes rescue takeover of Harvey Nichols
Frasers Group has rescued luxury department store chain Harvey Nichols out of administration, concluding a competitive auction and protecting over 1,000 jobs.
Illinois Powerball winner claims $1.04 bn jackpot, can pick annuity or cash
A single ticket sold in Illinois won an estimated $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot, ending a dry spell that lasted through 44 consecutive drawings.