According to new projections from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the UK is expected to be the second-fastest growing economy among the world’s advanced nations in 2025 and 2026, with a growth rate of 1.3% for both years. This modest growth is notable, as it places the UK ahead of most G7 countries, excluding the […]
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Spotify is introducing managed accounts as part of its Premium Family plan, aimed at providing parents with more control over what their children listen to. These accounts are being launched in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, France, and the Netherlands following a pilot program that began last year. Managed accounts are designed for children
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On October 14, 2025, Indian actor Amitabh Bachchan showcased a viral doll named Labubu in a video posted on social media. The doll, created by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung, is part of his imaginative series titled “The Monster” and draws inspiration from Nordic folklore. The brief clip highlights Bachchan interacting with the Labubu doll
Tens of thousands of people participated in a national strike in Brussels, opposing government reforms and spending cuts. The strike, organized by Belgium’s three major unions, sparked widespread disruptions, including the complete halting of services at Charleroi Airport and numerous flight cancellations at Brussels Airport. While some train services continued, most public transport systems, such
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New tariffs recently enacted in the United States target imported kitchen cabinets, vanities, lumber, timber, and certain upholstered furniture. Following a proclamation signed by President Donald Trump, a 10% tariff will now apply to imports of softwood lumber and timber, beginning this Tuesday. Additionally, imported kitchen cabinets and vanities face a 25% tariff that is
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In September 2023, Javier Milei, a presidential candidate in Argentina, staged a rally in Buenos Aires, where he prominently displayed a chainsaw, symbolizing his intention to enact drastic reductions in government size and expenditure. This demonstration was set against the backdrop of Argentina grappling with severe economic challenges, including an annual inflation rate exceeding 211%
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TiVo has officially ceased the production of its digital video recorders (DVRs) after 26 years in the business. The company has removed all DVR products from its website, a move first reported by Cord Cutters. TiVo confirmed that its last DVR model, the TiVo Edge, was released in 2019, and the company merged with software
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Tesco’s F&F Launches New Sequin Mini Dress for 2025 Season This article contains affiliate links; we may earn a commission on sales generated from it. Learn more Tesco’s F&F clothing brand has introduced a new white sequin mini dress, priced at £36, set to be a highlight for the holiday season in 2025. This dress
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Cuban dissident José Daniel Ferrer has recently arrived in Miami after his release from a Cuban prison. Upon landing in the United States, he called for the release of hundreds of political prisoners currently held in Cuba. Ferrer, aged 55, made the decision to seek exile after being informed that his wife might face imprisonment
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Asahi Group Holdings, Japan’s largest brewery, has recently suspended operations at a majority of its 30 factories due to a ransomware attack. The incident disrupted its ordering and delivery systems, impacting not only beer production but also accounting processes. The attack was attributed to the Russia-based ransomware group, Qilin, which has a history of targeting
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