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French supermarkets hit by cyberattack that forced fridges to defrost

French supermarkets hit by cyberattack that forced fridges to defrost

Hundreds of French supermarkets suffered millions in food losses after hackers exploited outdated Danfoss controller firmware to turn refrigeration units into ovens.

Business ·13 Oct 2026, 06:35 ·Maeve Turner 5 min read
Meta rejects AI slowdown calls as Zuckerberg claims frontier milestone

Meta rejects AI slowdown calls as Zuckerberg claims frontier milestone

Meta has rejected industry calls for an artificial intelligence slowdown as CEO Mark Zuckerberg claims the company has reached the AI frontier.

Business ·13 Oct 2026, 05:40 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
EU Aims to Put Brakes on Chinese Hybrid-Vehicle Market Share With Import Cap

EU Aims to Put Brakes on Chinese Hybrid-Vehicle Market Share With Import Cap

The European Union has moved to restrict imports of Chinese hybrid and electric vehicles by imposing a strict annual cap of 350,000 units.

Business ·13 Oct 2026, 04:41 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Dollar holds 18-month high as Gulf tension, US inflation keep investors on edge

Dollar holds 18-month high as Gulf tension, US inflation keep investors on edge

The US dollar maintained its position near an 18-month high as renewed Middle East conflict and upcoming US inflation data drove safe-haven demand.

Business ·13 Oct 2026, 00:35 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
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The IMF cautioned that artificial intelligence could affect 40% of global employment, posing questions for future labour markets and tax bases.

Business ·12 Oct 2026, 22:34 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Starbucks says it will not buy Chipotle

Starbucks says it will not buy Chipotle

Starbucks has officially denied rumors that it plans to acquire Chipotle Mexican Grill, bringing an end to intense market speculation.

Business ·12 Oct 2026, 21:40 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Halifax: Major grocery stores closed, pharmacies open on Thanksgiving

Halifax: Major grocery stores closed, pharmacies open on Thanksgiving

Halifax residents face sweeping retail closures, transit changes, and municipal service adjustments this Thanksgiving Monday.

Business ·12 Oct 2026, 16:39 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Minnesota Duluth drops in college hockey power rankings after Augustana series

Minnesota Duluth drops in college hockey power rankings after Augustana series

Minnesota Duluth dropped in the college hockey power rankings following a series against Augustana that included an overtime loss and a tie.

Business ·12 Oct 2026, 16:14 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
21-Year-Old Dies After Hospital Visit For Broken Ankle

21-Year-Old Dies After Hospital Visit For Broken Ankle

A 21-year-old college student died from respiratory suppression after a hospital visit for a broken ankle, prompting a major lawsuit and debate.

Business ·12 Oct 2026, 13:11 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Oil prices drop as Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks raise supply expectations

Oil prices drop as Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks raise supply expectations

Crude oil futures dipped on Monday, 12 October 2026, driven by expectations of increased energy supply following proposed ceasefire terms.

Business ·12 Oct 2026, 12:07 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Trump faces US lawmaker backlash over disputed Russian diesel purchase deal

Trump faces US lawmaker backlash over disputed Russian diesel purchase deal

President Donald Trump faces sharp bipartisan condemnation from U.S. lawmakers after announcing a controversial deal to purchase diesel fuel from Russia.

Business ·12 Oct 2026, 11:12 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
AI is less regulated than milk, says Microsoft president

AI is less regulated than milk, says Microsoft president

Microsoft President Brad Smith has warned that artificial intelligence currently faces fewer safety regulations and inspections than everyday household goods like milk.

Business ·12 Oct 2026, 09:39 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
McKinsey strips partner of leadership role over posts questioning women challenges

McKinsey strips partner of leadership role over posts questioning women challenges

McKinsey removed Chris Bradley from his leadership role at the McKinsey Global Institute following controversial LinkedIn posts disputing the glass cliff phenomenon.

Business ·12 Oct 2026, 07:38 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Stock Market Today LIVE: GIFT Nifty signals positive start for Sensex, Nifty

Stock Market Today LIVE: GIFT Nifty signals positive start for Sensex, Nifty

GIFT Nifty signaled a positive start for Sensex and Nifty on Monday, following a strong Friday finish as global oil prices moved lower.

Business ·12 Oct 2026, 04:43 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
All 23 banks meet capital requirements - BoG Governor

All 23 banks meet capital requirements - BoG Governor

Regulatory officials confirm that all regulated commercial lenders have successfully met statutory capital requirements following previous economic disruptions.

Business ·11 Oct 2026, 23:40 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Canadian ransomware negotiator Edward Dubrovsky arrested in FBI probe

Canadian ransomware negotiator Edward Dubrovsky arrested in FBI probe

Canadian cybersecurity executive and ransomware negotiator Edward Dubrovsky was arrested in Pennsylvania following an FBI investigation into the ShinyHunters hacking collective.

Business ·11 Oct 2026, 21:39 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Musk vows Starlink will price affordably as Jio prepares $106bn IPO

Musk vows Starlink will price affordably as Jio prepares $106bn IPO

Elon Musk has pledged affordable pricing for his satellite internet venture in India, setting up a clash with Reliance Jio as the domestic giant prepares for an IPO.

Business ·11 Oct 2026, 19:37 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Aussie mum’s hack to save on electricity bills

Aussie mum’s hack to save on electricity bills

Australian households are using online tips, from shifting appliance use to off-peak hours to creative meal prepping, to cut living costs.

Business ·11 Oct 2026, 09:11 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Microsoft's Satya Nadella proposes an emergency brake for AI models

Microsoft's Satya Nadella proposes an emergency brake for AI models

Microsoft chairman and CEO Satya Nadella has called for the integration of a human-controlled emergency brake into advanced artificial intelligence models.

Business ·11 Oct 2026, 08:09 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Indian Cafe Racer opens permanent Birmingham restaurant on Bristol Street

Indian Cafe Racer opens permanent Birmingham restaurant on Bristol Street

Popular dining spot Indian Cafe Racer has graduated from its pub origins to a permanent new home in Birmingham, expanding its regional Indian menu.

Business ·11 Oct 2026, 06:09 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read