Money Moves

YouTube content creators contributed £2.2 billion to the UK economy in 2024 and supported 45,000 jobs, according to a report by Oxford Economics. This report coincides with the launch of an all-party parliamentary group aimed at representing UK creators and influencers. The group is co-chaired by Feryal Clark, a Labour MP for Enfield North, who […]

Charities in Shropshire are advocating for reforms to benefits as they warn that working families may face significant challenges this winter due to rising food and energy costs. Local organizations focused on mitigating rural poverty have reported a deepening cost of living crisis, with many families struggling financially. Shropshire Council has indicated that it is

A South Korean court has sentenced Park Soon-kwan, the CEO of battery manufacturer Aricell, to 15 years in prison following a deadly fire at the company’s plant in Hwaseong city. The June 2024 incident resulted in the deaths of 23 individuals, including 18 foreign workers, and left eight others injured. The court deemed the fire

Florists in Cambridgeshire have reported significant increases in the prices of cut flowers in recent years, raising concerns about affordability and accessibility for customers. Andrea Moat, who owns Elizabeth’s Florist in Chatteris, observed that staple flower varieties, such as chrysanthemums, have seen their prices increase as much as five-fold since the COVID-19 pandemic and Brexit.

A recent investigation by Canada’s privacy commissioner, Philippe Dufresne, has found TikTok’s measures to prevent children from using its platform and safeguard their personal information to be insufficient. Despite the company’s claim that the app is not intended for users under 13, the investigation revealed that hundreds of thousands of Canadian children utilize TikTok each

Leoni Clancey, a 21-year-old, faced financial difficulties after moving out with her boyfriend into their first rental property. Despite years of saving, they depleted their funds within nine months due to high living costs, prompting them to return to her parents’ home. Leoni now shares a bedroom with her younger sister. She represents a growing

Every energy billpayer in England, Scotland, and Wales will be given the option to switch to a low standing charge tariff by the end of January, as announced by the energy regulator Ofgem. This decision follows reactions regarding fixed daily fees that many consumers say they cannot control, which cover costs associated with connecting to

Michelob Ultra has recently become the top-selling beer in the United States, reclaiming this position for Anheuser-Busch two years after Bud Light lost the title amid a consumer backlash. According to data from Circana presented by Anheuser-Busch, Michelob Ultra surpassed Modelo Especial in retail sales by volume as of September 14. Two years ago, Bud

Jerome Powell, the Chair of the U.S. Federal Reserve, has firmly rejected assertions that political motivations influence the central bank’s decisions, amidst ongoing debates about its independence. Former President Donald Trump has criticized Powell, labeling him “a very political guy” for not agreeing to his calls for significant reductions in interest rates. The current administration

The UK government is taking steps to attract global talent amid recent changes in U.S. immigration policy. Chancellor Rachel Reeves highlighted the contrast between the UK’s approach and the U.S. decision to significantly increase the cost of skilled-worker permits. This policy change, announced by President Donald Trump, raises the permit fee to $100,000, leading to