Money Moves

Hastings, East Sussex, has been identified as the 14th most deprived local authority in England, according to recent data from the Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government. Barry Ashley, who operates the Grumpy Cook café, noted the challenges faced by the community, highlighting the prevalence of boarded-up shops and children showing signs of hunger. […]

At the recent Southampton International Boat Show, various yacht manufacturers showcased an array of luxurious vessels, including £2 million triple-decker yachts. Despite its past significance alongside events in Cannes and Monaco, this year’s show reportedly shrank by approximately 30%, as estimated by some vendors. Factors contributing to the downsizing include efforts to reduce costs, but

In 2018, Jess and Rick Sowerby began their search for a first home but struggled to find one that met their needs after visiting over 30 properties. After feeling discouraged, they decided to consider a renovation project instead of a move-in-ready home. They purchased a 1930s semi-detached house in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, for £155,000 in

At the recent Apec summit in Gyeongju, South Korea, Donald Trump returned to Washington before the event commenced, leaving Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in his place. This absence allowed Chinese President Xi Jinping to take a prominent role, positioning himself as a voice for regional unity and economic collaboration, contrasting with America’s “America First” approach.

In light of the current geopolitical landscape and the evolving stance of the U.S. on climate issues, the responsibility for global environmental leadership increasingly shifts to other nations. This month, Brazil will host COP30, presenting an opportunity for leaders who prioritize climate action to form a coalition aimed at combating climate skepticism. China has emerged

Beijing has announced plans to relax an export ban on chips following the Dutch government’s takeover of Nexperia, a chipmaker owned by a Chinese company and based in the Netherlands. This takeover occurred in September when Dutch authorities invoked a Cold War-era law, citing “serious governance shortcomings” and potential risks to chip availability in emergencies.

As housing costs continue to rise, many renters are finding themselves in homes without lounges, a situation driven predominantly by budget constraints. Recent analysis from SpareRoom indicates that nearly 30% of homes listed for flat-sharing in the first half of the year lacked a living room, with this figure escalating to 41% in London. Renters,

Since the beginning of this year, the U.S. Treasury stopped minting one-cent coins, leading to a noticeable shortage in circulation. Many retailers are now rounding cash sales to the nearest five cents, citing the absence of federal guidelines for handling transactions without pennies. Dylan Jeon, a representative from the National Retail Federation, noted that this

Marks & Spencer, a leading UK retailer known for its underwear offerings, has introduced a new product aimed at enhancing male confidence: “secret support pants.” This innovative range is designed to provide a subtle lift and improved fit, akin to the function of a push-up bra for women, through discreet design elements, according to Mitch

Nexperia, a semiconductor manufacturer based in the EU, has halted supplies to its Chinese factory, intensifying ongoing trade tensions that could disrupt global automotive production. This suspension was communicated to customers recently, indicating a significant shift in operational dynamics. The move follows the Dutch government’s intervention in September, which invoked national security laws to seize