Money Moves

The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) was officially launched in the United States on October 18, 1985, marking a significant development in gaming history. Released approximately a year after the author’s birth, the NES became a foundational piece for many children of that era, tapping into the spending habits of families during holidays and birthdays. The […]

The London Assembly has reported a 20% decrease in the number of births in London in 2023 compared to the peak in 2012, particularly in inner London. This decline has raised concerns among experts who attribute the trend to rising living costs and insufficient social housing, making it challenging for families to afford living in

Energy Local is a non-profit organization that aims to help residents reduce their electricity bills by up to 30% through a community energy approach. Initially established in 2016 by Dr. Mary Gillie in Ashton Hayes, Cheshire, the organization collaborates with renewable energy projects, such as wind turbines and solar farms, to allow individuals to purchase

Recent changes by McVitie’s regarding two of their popular snacks, Club and Penguin biscuits, have attracted attention as they have altered their recipes to reduce cocoa content. These biscuits are now labelled as having a “chocolate flavour” instead of being classified as chocolate biscuits, as they now contain more palm oil and shea oil than

Waymo, a US-based technology company known for operating robotaxis in San Francisco and other cities, has announced plans to introduce its fully autonomous cars to London in 2026. The initiative is part of an effort to expand their services internationally, although specific operational details remain limited. The UK government has been working to accelerate the

The chief executive of Lamborghini, Stephan Winkelmann, stated that customers are still drawn to the sounds and emotions associated with internal combustion engines, indicating that the company will continue to incorporate them in its vehicles for at least the next decade. In a recent interview, he remarked that interest in electric vehicles is waning among

US financial markets have faced recurring anxiety in recent weeks. The latest concerns arose from two regional banks reporting potential losses due to alleged fraud, prompting unease in the banking sector. Previously, market fluctuations were driven by renewed tensions between the US and China over tariffs, advanced technology, and rare earth resources. Additionally, the bankruptcies

Athletic shoe company On is currently facing a class action lawsuit filed on October 9 in US District Court in Oregon. The lawsuit involves customers who allege that On’s popular “CloudTec” sneakers produce a “noisy and embarrassing squeak” during use. These sneakers, typically priced around $200 (£150), are designed with holes in the sole to

European stock markets experienced a decline on Friday, coinciding with gold prices reaching a record high after reports indicated that two US regional banks had significant exposures to bad loans and alleged fraud. This news contributed to heightened concerns over credit stress in both Europe and Asia. In London, the FTSE 100 fell by 0.9%,

A significant initiative aimed at reducing global shipping emissions has been halted following the conclusion of talks in London, where Saudi Arabia and the United States played pivotal roles in ending discussions. The agreement, initially reached in April, sought to establish internationally mandated targets for emissions reductions in the shipping industry, marking it as a