Dr Zohaib Arshad, a business owner in Falkirk, was racially abused and physically attacked on Grahams Road by a group of men who questioned why he was in the country. Police are treating the incident as a hate crime, and Arshad's political connections brought the issue to the Scottish Parliament.
Harare experienced a quiet shutdown as residents awaited protests against constitutional amendments, which critics say could extend President Mnangagwa's term. Police deployed heavily, and while the city remained calm, the dispute continues in court.
The public listing of Shanghai Jiushi Dongyu Culture, Sports & Tourism Group on the Shanghai Stock Exchange is viewed as a landmark precedent for China to experiment with a market-driven sports model. An industry expert believes this state-owned entity's consolidation of major international events will enhance the fan experience.
Donald Trump's posts on Truth Social, where he announces policy changes, are regularly rattling financial markets and drawing criticism for potentially disclosing information to a select group, while his company defends the platform against 'ideological opposition'.
Capital One defended its 2021 closure of Trump Organization accounts, citing anti-money laundering (AML) concerns in a Florida federal court filing. This marks the first time a bank formally linked AML issues to Trump's business, refuting claims of politically motivated debanking.
The Guardian's three-month investigation into Reform UK's funding exposes a complex web of secret donations, loans, and financial transactions involving Nigel Farage, Christopher Harborne, George Cottrell, and Fiona Cottrell. Police have interviewed two individuals under caution, and parliamentary investigations are ongoing, raising questions about the party's financial transparency.
A consortium led by Amanda Staveley has agreed to acquire a 25.1% stake in West Ham from Vanessa Gold's family trust. This follows a failed deal with Daniel Kretinsky and is subject to a pre-emption process for existing shareholders.
A new Gallup report indicates that while Americans are more knowledgeable about AI, skepticism is rising. 39% now believe AI does more harm than good, 79% expect job reductions, and trust in businesses to use AI responsibly has declined, especially among younger adults.
WhatsApp is testing a new "Offers & Updates" folder for large business messages from entities like banks and airlines to reduce inbox clutter. This initiative follows Meta's Q2 2026 earnings call, where WhatsApp's paid messaging and subscriptions significantly boosted revenue.
Yum Brands reported that a cyclospora outbreak linked to Taco Bell's iceberg lettuce supplier negatively impacted the chain's U.S. same-store sales by 2% in the current quarter. Despite the downturn, the company expects a temporary problem, noting improving sales trends and returning brand sentiment.
BP has initiated a formal process to sell its North Sea oil and gas business, ending six decades of production from the basin. CEO Meg O’Neill stated the move is to simplify the company and focus on high-value opportunities, despite the North Sea's importance to UK energy.
A report by Imperial College and Emlyon Business School, based on SEC/DOJ prosecutions from 2000-2023, details how Silicon Valley's VC-backed founders commit fraud through "façading" and the unwitting role investors play by normalizing past misconduct and pushing for extreme growth.
Andy Burnham's first two weeks as prime minister show a "Burnham bounce" in polls, with Labour gaining a 6-point lead over Reform UK, primarily from returning progressive voters. While Labour is ahead in seats, it's short of a majority, facing challenges in winning back Reform voters and in Wales/Scotland.
Coinbase reported $1.22 billion in Q2 revenue, missing estimates, and a $359 million net loss, causing shares to fall 5% in after-hours trading. The decline was attributed to reduced crypto spot trading volume and lower crypto asset prices, despite some market share gains.
Lloyds Banking Group plans to cut £2bn in costs and invest £13bn by 2030, leveraging AI and new technology to drive growth, improve efficiency, and expand internationally. CEO Charlie Nunn detailed the four-year strategy, which includes AI-powered advice and faster mortgage approvals.
Farmers in the UK and France are grappling with record heatwaves and droughts, leading to crop failures, water shortages, and economic struggles. Many are finding it difficult to adapt to the rapid pace of climate change, with some exploring water storage solutions amidst warnings of reservoir depletion.
US government borrowing costs reached 2007 levels after the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, fueling investor fears about inflation and the economy's ability to absorb rising prices, with 30-year Treasury yields hitting a 19-year high and stocks falling sharply.
Peter Waddell, founder of Big Motoring World, was ousted as CEO in 2024. A High Court judge ruled his dismissal for gross misconduct was valid, but also found private equity firm Freshstream orchestrated his removal to gain control without paying for shares via a call option.
Tesla is reportedly considering spinning off, selling, or closing its entire China business to facilitate a merger with defense contractor SpaceX. This move, prompted by national security concerns and potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan, would separate Tesla's significant market and production hub in China from its global operations.
Il Partito Progressistas (Pp), forza conservatrice brasiliana, ha dichiarato neutralità nelle elezioni presidenziali di ottobre, negando un'alleanza a Flavio Bolsonaro e impedendo la candidatura a vicepresidente di Tereza Cristina Dias, privando Bolsonaro di un sostegno strategico.
UK house price growth slowed to 0.1% in July, with annual growth at 1.8%, as economic uncertainty, high interest rates, and geopolitical tensions from the Iran war dampened buyer demand. The average home price edged up slightly to £277,542, according to Nationwide.
Victoria issues over half of Australia's court suppression orders, totaling 640 in 2025, prompting debate over open justice. High-profile cases, including a Melbourne rape conviction and a Cairns magistrate's order, highlight the tension between protecting identities and public transparency, with mental health often cited as a reason.
France continues to battle one of its worst wildfires in decades, with 40,000 businesses and 200,000 jobs in the Bordeaux-Gironde region directly or indirectly affected. The French government announced emergency support, and a meeting is scheduled to provide further assistance.
The Bank of England's MPC maintained the UK interest rate at 3.75%, warning that an escalation of the Iran war could drive inflation above 4% by 2027, intensifying cost of living pressures. Governor Andrew Bailey dismissed immediate rate hike expectations, despite three MPC members dissenting for an immediate rise to 4%.
