Venezuela Opens Oil to Private Firms Amid US Sanctions Easing
Venezuela's National Assembly has passed a bill ending the state monopoly on oil, allowing private companies to enter the sector as the US relaxes sanctions.
Venezuela's National Assembly has passed a bill ending the state monopoly on oil, allowing private companies to enter the sector as the US relaxes sanctions.
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Vodafone Business launches a major broadband promotion, offering 50% off selected fibre packages for the first 12 months, ideal for small UK businesses.
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A senior funds lawyer from Simpson Thacher & Bartlett has left the firm to join Paul Hastings in London, marking a significant lateral hire in the competitive legal sector.
Donald Trump selects former Fed governor Kevin Warsh as his nominee for Federal Reserve chair, a move that has calmed market concerns over aggressive interest rate cuts.
The Anthologist in London's City district hosts a Gospel Motown Brunch, combining a classic Sunday roast with live gospel choir performances and Motown hits for a unique dining experience.
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Netflix documentary 'Being Gordon Ramsay' follows the chef's £20m investment in five hospitality ventures at 22 Bishopsgate, including Europe's highest restaurant.
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CarPlan's Demon Shine instant car polish has dropped to its lowest-ever price on Amazon at just £3.77 per litre, offering a quick and effective solution for protecting and shining vehicle paintwork.
Industry insiders suggest Sony is developing an upgraded OLED version of the PlayStation Portal handheld device for 2026, following the original model's unexpected commercial success.
Polymarket prediction platform faces scrutiny as users make millions betting on military strikes and diplomatic events. Experts warn of insider trading risks and potential real-world manipulation.
A Uline customer service employee resigns publicly, condemning the company's billionaire owners for funding Trump and MAGA Republicans while America 'descends into fascism'.
Donald Trump selects former Federal Reserve governor Kevin Warsh to replace Jerome Powell as chair of the US central bank, marking a significant shift in monetary policy leadership.
British Airways announces a new direct summer route from London Stansted to Olbia in Sardinia, offering affordable access to Italian beach paradise.
Amazon shoppers can save £60 on the L'OR Barista Sublime pod coffee machine, now at its lowest price in months with a 55% discount, down from £109.99 to £49.99.
Brent Council invests £36m in South Kilburn district heating network, promising hundreds in annual savings for families while cutting carbon emissions.
KPMG's UK employee numbers continue to decline as the firm prioritises artificial intelligence integration, reshaping its workforce strategy in the professional services sector.
Liberty Steel's Hartlepool-based pipes division, supplying BP and Shell, is up for sale with bids due by 10 February as Sanjeev Gupta's empire dismantling continues.
A private investigator reveals a simple method using email addresses to check if your partner is on dating apps, with expert advice on handling suspicions.
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US military victims sue British American Tobacco, claiming its North Korea cigarette venture funded weapons used in terrorist attacks in the Middle East.
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A family-run pizza van in Norbiton, South London, has secured a 12-month street trading licence to operate from parking bays outside a Roman Catholic church, despite objections over suitability and disturbance.
Cake Box launches a new bakery in Crayford, South East London, offering free cake slices and cupcakes on opening day, plus face painting for children.
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Kevin Warsh emerges as the leading candidate to become the next Federal Reserve chair, with his background in finance and politics positioning him for this crucial role.