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How Two Crypto Billionaires Are Making British Politics More American
Oct 13, 2026

How Two Crypto Billionaires Are Making British Politics More American

A pair of low-profile entrepreneurs gave $100 million to Nigel Farage’s Reform U.K. Party. The system may never be the same.


Bumble bought for $1.3bn in 'bet on the future of humanity'
Oct 13, 2026

Bumble bought for $1.3bn in 'bet on the future of humanity'

The dating app which recently ditched its "women-first" chat rule has been bought by an investment firm.


NI company in talks to save Poundland from administration
Oct 13, 2026

NI company in talks to save Poundland from administration

Poundland says Martin Property Group from Londonderry is the management team's "preferred partner"


Chip Stocks Tumble on A.I. Spending Fears and Rising Chinese Competition
Oct 13, 2026

Chip Stocks Tumble on A.I. Spending Fears and Rising Chinese Competition

South Korean stocks tumbled in particular, as reports of a breakthrough by a Chinese chip rival heightened concerns about competition.


The Sabrina Carpenter clip which helped a 22-year-old make £120,000 a year
Oct 13, 2026

The Sabrina Carpenter clip which helped a 22-year-old make £120,000 a year

Social media "clippers" make short, vertical videos that appear on the likes of Instagram and TikTok.


Judy Markey, Frank and Funny Voice on Chicago Radio, Dies at 82
Oct 13, 2026

Judy Markey, Frank and Funny Voice on Chicago Radio, Dies at 82

She and Kathy O’Malley — known as “the Girlfriends” — were the rare female hosts in a major market. Their freewheeling segments included “Sex Thursday.”


War Collides With Saudi Ambition at a Gathering of Oil Powers
Oct 13, 2026

War Collides With Saudi Ambition at a Gathering of Oil Powers

The tone of the WPC Energy Congress in Riyadh this week was defiant even as delegates were forced to redirect travel or address the audience from afar.


World’s Energy Order Tested Again as Iran War’s Reach Extends Further
Oct 13, 2026

World’s Energy Order Tested Again as Iran War’s Reach Extends Further

“We are entering an age of prolonged insecurity,” one former U.S. energy official said of what have become chronic threats on the Middle East’s energy core.


Car finance compensation payments delayed until next year
Oct 13, 2026

Car finance compensation payments delayed until next year

Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.


Poundland in rescue talks as owners seek buyer
Oct 13, 2026

Poundland in rescue talks as owners seek buyer

The leadership team is attempting a buyout, but a union has warned the retailer could fall into administration instead.


Three things we've learnt about the UK economy from the IMF
Oct 13, 2026

Three things we've learnt about the UK economy from the IMF

The influential economics body has upgraded its UK growth forecast for this year, but risks remain.


BA flight forced to turn back over cracked window
Oct 13, 2026

BA flight forced to turn back over cracked window

British Airways said the plane landed safely at Gatwick and passengers were due to resume their journey.


Vance, Altman, Musk, Mamdani, Bieber and More at the DealBook Summit
Oct 13, 2026

Vance, Altman, Musk, Mamdani, Bieber and More at the DealBook Summit

The conference on Nov. 18 will bring together the biggest names in business, politics, culture and more


UK growth forecast upgraded but higher energy prices to hit economy next year
Oct 13, 2026

UK growth forecast upgraded but higher energy prices to hit economy next year

The prediction from the IMF comes as final preparations are being made for the first Budget under Prime Minister Andy Burnham.


Phase Eight and Hobbs owner hit by cyber-attack, as H&M probes separate hack claim
Oct 13, 2026

Phase Eight and Hobbs owner hit by cyber-attack, as H&M probes separate hack claim

TFG London has apologised to customers for disruption after it identified a "cybersecurity incident" on Sunday.


Hillary Clinton Steps to the Podcast Mic as Midterms Approach
Oct 13, 2026

Hillary Clinton Steps to the Podcast Mic as Midterms Approach

With “High Stakes,” Mrs. Clinton is teaming up with “Pivot” co-host Kara Swisher to break down the consequential battle for the House and the Senate.


States Now Have to Decide How to Spend Meta’s Settlement Billions
Oct 13, 2026

States Now Have to Decide How to Spend Meta’s Settlement Billions

Previous agreements with the tobacco and opioid industries show the difficulty of putting the money in the right hands.


Cost of living struggles inspire 'social supermarket'
Oct 13, 2026

Cost of living struggles inspire 'social supermarket'

New social supermarket offers cheaper groceries with dignity and choice.


I.M.F. Warns Mideast War Will Widen Gap Between Rich and Poor Countries
Oct 13, 2026

I.M.F. Warns Mideast War Will Widen Gap Between Rich and Poor Countries

Persistent conflicts, high energy costs and technological upheavals will slow global growth and raise prices, the organization forecast.


Airfares Have Spiked. Is the Death of Spirit Airlines to Blame?
Oct 13, 2026

Airfares Have Spiked. Is the Death of Spirit Airlines to Blame?

In the wake of the ultra-low-cost carrier’s closure, and with the cost of fuel and labor rising, domestic fares have become less competitive. But there are ways to parry higher prices.


Foreign diplomats embrace China's livestream commerce
Oct 13, 2026

Foreign diplomats embrace China's livestream commerce

Foreign diplomats embrace China's livestream commerce


Chinese vice premier meets with Apple executive chairman
Oct 13, 2026

Chinese vice premier meets with Apple executive chairman

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, met with Tim Cook, executive chairman of the board of directors of Apple Inc., at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Monday.


Publicly owned rail is popular. But is it making the trains run on time?
Oct 12, 2026

Publicly owned rail is popular. But is it making the trains run on time?

Meeting travellers' expectations could be challenging, experts warn.


Heating oil customers face tough winter despite shake-up promise
Oct 12, 2026

Heating oil customers face tough winter despite shake-up promise

Heating oil customers facing soaring bills are promised better regulation of the sector by the government.


Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford Awarded Nobel for Economics
Oct 12, 2026

Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford Awarded Nobel for Economics

Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford were awarded the prize for insights that helped policymakers become “better equipped to deal with shocks in the economy,” the committee said.


Fridges in French supermarkets hit by cyber attack
Oct 12, 2026

Fridges in French supermarkets hit by cyber attack

Hundreds of stores were targeted by the overnight hack, which spoiled fresh and frozen food estimated to be worth millions of euros.


America’s Favorite Fruit Is Being Bruised by the Iran War
Oct 12, 2026

America’s Favorite Fruit Is Being Bruised by the Iran War

The journey of one banana from farm to store shows how the war’s economic effects have cascaded into some surprising industries.


What are your rights on auto-renew subscriptions?
Oct 12, 2026

What are your rights on auto-renew subscriptions?

Martin has advice for listeners caught out by auto-renewing subscriptions, explaining what rights consumers have and whether there's a way to challenge the renewal or cancel.


Europeans Have a Love-Hate Relationship With Chinese Cars
Oct 12, 2026

Europeans Have a Love-Hate Relationship With Chinese Cars

Consumers across the continent increasingly want to buy low-cost Chinese vehicles. Policymakers are seeking to slow them down.


How American Retirees at Different Incomes Rely on Social Security
Oct 12, 2026

How American Retirees at Different Incomes Rely on Social Security

Social Security funds are on track to run short by 2032, which would mean a reduction in benefits. Here’s how four hypothetical households rely on the program in retirement.


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