Houlihan Lokey Director James Pirie Departs
James Pirie, a senior director at Houlihan Lokey, has left the investment bank. Explore the details of his departure and the firm's recent performance in London.
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UK's £1.1bn Loan for Mozambique Gas Project Questioned
The UK government faces criticism for a £1.1bn loan guarantee to a TotalEnergies gas project in Mozambique. Critics argue it contradicts climate pledges and raises security concerns. Read the full analysis.
UAE's Financial Rise: FinTech and Sustainability Lead
Abu Dhabi Finance Week positions UAE as global financial hub with dual focus on FinTech innovation and sustainable finance. Discover how digital assets and green capital shape economic future.
Abu Dhabi Emerges as Global Finance Hub Through ADFW
Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2025 positions the emirate as a leading global financial centre, attracting institutions managing £32.3 trillion. Discover how ADGM's growth reshapes international finance.
Cop30 ends without major climate finance breakthrough
The UN's Cop30 climate summit in Belém concluded without a fossil fuel phase-out deal, leaving vulnerable nations exposed. Urgent action is needed to bridge the $310bn climate finance gap.
Cop30 Climate Summit: Success or Failure Analysis
Cop30 in Brazil concluded with mixed results as geopolitical tensions threatened climate progress. Discover the five key challenges that shaped the summit's outcome.
Australia-Turkey Climate Deal Sets Stage for COP31
Australia and Turkey announce groundbreaking climate partnership ahead of COP31 negotiations. Discover how this strategic alliance could reshape global climate diplomacy.
Cop30: Fossil Fuel Failure Mars Climate Summit Outcome
The Cop30 climate summit in Belém ended with minimal progress on fossil fuels, despite a tripling of adaptation finance for poor countries. Experts warn the outcome falls dangerously short of what's needed to avert climate disaster.
COP30 climate deal omits fossil fuel mention
COP30 nations agree on finance for poorer countries but compromise leaves out fossil fuel transition plan. A step forward or a missed opportunity? Read the full analysis.
Global Fund faces $6.7bn shortfall threatening disease control
The Global Fund to Fight Aids, TB and Malaria faces a critical $6.7bn funding gap as key donors reduce pledges. This threatens decades of progress against deadly diseases. Urgent action needed.
The Crunch: Climate Costs and Sports News
Explore the economic impact of climate inaction, Nathan Lyon's Ashes dominance, WNBA revenue sharing, and global emissions data in this fortnight's edition of The Crunch.
Netflix's 'The Crystal Cuckoo' Storms Global Charts
Netflix's new Spanish crime series 'The Crystal Cuckoo' is storming global charts. This addictive thriller follows a heart transplant recipient uncovering dark secrets. Stream all episodes now.
Global Lens: Daily Photos Capture World Events
The Guardian's picture editors select powerful images from Gaza, Ukraine, the US border, and a snowy Seaham. See the world through Thursday's lens.
WHO cuts 2,371 jobs, experts warn of global risk
The World Health Organization is cutting nearly a quarter of its workforce by 2026. Experts warn this will severely impact global disease response and leave the world less safe. Read the full analysis.
Cloudflare outage disrupts internet for millions
A major Cloudflare outage left millions unable to access key websites like PayPal and ChatGPT, raising concerns over our reliance on a few tech giants. Discover the full impact.
Nomad eSIM Adverts to Reach 70m Premier League Fans
Nomad eSIM announces pitchside LED advertising across Premier League stadiums for the 2025/26 season, reaching 70 million global viewers. Get 1GB free data with code EPL.
Global Photos: Nepal Monkeys, UK Snow & World Events
A visual journey around the world: Nepal's endangered monkeys, UK snow warnings, and global events from Ukraine to the World Cup. See the day's most powerful images.
International Law Under Attack: Why Rules Still Matter
As global tensions rise, experts debate whether international law is dying or evolving. Discover why the 1945 framework remains crucial despite current challenges.
Dutch suspend Chinese chipmaker Nexperia seizure
The Dutch government suspends its takeover of Nexperia, easing global car production fears. Discover how this chip dispute resolution impacts international trade relations.
SAPI lands $80m funding for small business finance
London-based SAPI secures $80m in debt and equity funding led by Hudson Cove. The platform focuses on financing for female and immigrant-owned small businesses.
New TB drug trial shows breakthrough potential
Sorfequiline, a new antibiotic, demonstrates stronger action against tuberculosis in recent trials, potentially revolutionising treatment for the disease that killed 1.23 million last year.
Trump policies may cause 1.3 million climate deaths
New analysis reveals Trump's anti-climate agenda could result in 1.3 million additional temperature-related deaths worldwide, disproportionately affecting poor nations.
Landseer AI Fund: 77.3% Return Strategy Revealed
Discover how the Landseer Global AI Fund uses proprietary technology to identify genuine AI investments, delivering 77.3% returns over five years. Learn if it's right for your portfolio.
Climate Pledges Could Cut Global Heating by 1C
New analysis shows that fulfilling promises on renewables, energy efficiency, and methane could avoid nearly 1°C of global warming, offering a crucial path to climate stability. Discover the findings from the Cop30 summit.
WHO to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce
The World Health Organization projects a 22% workforce reduction by 2026 following the US withdrawal under Trump. Explore the impact on global health.
Executive MBA Drives Finance Leader's Global Growth
Discover how Harry Young's Executive MBA at Bayes Business School equipped him with the strategic toolkit to steer his company's international expansion and M&A strategy.
Global Lens: A Day in Pictures from Around the World
From political gestures in New York to environmental protests in Delhi, The Guardian's picture editors curate Tuesday's most compelling global photographs. Explore the stories behind the images.
ADFW 2025: Abu Dhabi's Premier Finance Summit
Join global leaders at Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2025 from November 18-21. Explore financial innovation, AI and capital networks at MENA's premier investment summit.
Vodafone Black Friday: Unlimited Data & Roaming
Vodafone's new Black Friday SIM-only deal provides unlimited 5G data and global roaming in 83 countries, solving expensive mobile costs abroad. Save up to £216 on a 2-year plan.
Global Markets Slide for Fourth Day on Investor Fears
Global markets face a fourth day of losses as tech valuations and US rate cut concerns spook investors. Asia-Pacific stocks hit a one-month low. Read the full analysis.
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