Meta Trials Paid AI Subscriptions for Social Media
Meta is testing paid subscriptions for exclusive AI features on Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, including tools like Vibes and Manus, while keeping core services free.
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UK Court: Stealing Virtual Currency is a Crime
A landmark Court of Appeals ruling establishes that stealing in-game currency constitutes theft under UK law, with significant implications for gaming and loot boxes.
Reeves May Return to Business Rates in Autumn Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' U-turn on pub rates fails to resolve wider hospitality sector crisis, with warnings of closures and job losses mounting ahead of autumn budget.
Hobbycraft Recalls Asbestos-Tainted Play Sand
Hobbycraft has issued a full recall of children's coloured play sand after independent tests confirmed asbestos contamination, warning of health risks.
Just Eat UK App Adds AI Voice Ordering Assistant
Just Eat Takeaway introduces an AI voice assistant in its UK app, enabling customers to place orders via speech instead of menu navigation. The feature aims to combat choice overload and supports multiple languages.
Maine Private Jet Crash Kills Six in Snowstorm
A Bombardier Challenger 600 crashed at Bangor airport, killing all six on board. Victims include a Houston attorney, an event planner, and the pilot.
Ickle Bubba Sale: Top Baby Gear Parents Recommend
Discover the best Ickle Bubba baby products on sale, from versatile prams to innovative car seats, based on real parent reviews and recommendations for quality and value.
Older Workers Should Pay NI Regardless of Age, Say Campaigners
Letters to the Guardian argue for changing National Insurance rules to let older workers continue paying into their pension pots while boosting public funds, challenging ageist stereotypes.
AI Giant Warns Humanity Faces Existential Test
Dario Amodei of Anthropic issues stark warning about AI's 'unimaginable power' and humanity's readiness to handle it responsibly in 20,000-word essay.
Sydney Sweeney Could Face Charges Over Hollywood Sign
Actress Sydney Sweeney may be charged with trespassing and vandalism after hanging bras on the Hollywood sign to promote her new lingerie line SYRN.
Activision's Secret RPG: New Studio & Sledgehammer Involved
Activision is developing a major new RPG through its Polish studio Elsewhere Entertainment, with Sledgehammer Games also reportedly working on a role-playing project.
London Pub Landlord on Business Rates Cut: 'Better Than a Wet Cod'
A London pub landlord describes the 15% business rates reduction for pubs and music venues as 'better than a slap round the face with a wet cod' while highlighting ongoing concerns about broader hospitality sector challenges.
English Channel Cruise: UK's Caribbean and Hidden Gems
A travel writer shares her experience on a cruise around the English Channel, visiting Cornwall's Lost Gardens, the Caribbean-like Isles of Scilly, Guernsey, and Honfleur in France, with insights on onboard luxury and excursions.
Business Rates Relief Sparks Sector-Wide Backlash
Gyms, pharmacies, restaurants, and shops express outrage as government support targets only pubs and live music venues, leaving others facing severe cost hikes.
State Street to Create 300 Jobs with New Middle East Hub
State Street announces a new operations hub in the Middle East, generating 300 jobs to support regional growth and financial services expansion.
Revolution Bars: 21 Venues Close, 591 Jobs Lost
The owner of Revolution Bars, The Revel Collective, has entered administration, resulting in the immediate closure of 21 venues and 591 redundancies. Administrators have secured a sale to protect the remaining 41 sites and 1,582 positions.
UPS to Cut 30,000 Jobs in 2026 Turnaround Plan
United Parcel Service announces up to 30,000 job cuts in 2026, adding to previous reductions, as it shifts from low-margin Amazon deliveries to boost profitability and revenue.
Wizz Air Plans Transatlantic Flights from UK
Budget airline Wizz Air has applied for US approval to launch transatlantic charter flights from the UK, leveraging post-Brexit Open Skies agreements and its new long-range Airbus A321XLR aircraft.
London Pubs Shine in UK's Top 50 Gastropubs Ranking
Thirteen London gastropubs have secured prime positions in the prestigious Estrella Damm Top 50 UK Gastropubs list for 2026, with Soho's The Devonshire claiming the coveted number one spot.
London's Best View Restaurant 2026 Revealed
Time Out's latest ranking reveals Shanghai Me as London's premier restaurant with a view, located on the 28th floor overlooking Hyde Park with stunning city vistas.
AI Borrowing Boom Transforms US Bond Market
US corporate bond markets face unprecedented transformation as Big Tech's AI infrastructure race drives massive borrowing surge, creating concentration risks that worry investors.
KPMG Global Chair and CEO Election Underway
KPMG International launches process to elect new global chair and CEO to succeed Bill Thomas, with candidates emerging amid sector challenges including AI, regulatory pressures, and private equity interest.
London's 10 Best Independent Venues for Independent Venue Week
Discover ten unique independent venues across London, from escape rooms to craft breweries, highlighted for Independent Venue Week 2026, showcasing the city's vibrant cultural scene.
Treehouse Hotel Manchester: Whimsical UK Stay
The Treehouse Hotel in Manchester offers playful, treehouse-themed rooms with quirky design, challenging UK hotel norms. Features include rainforest showers and forest-inspired dining.
Microsoft Emergency Update Fixes Outlook Bug
Microsoft has released an out-of-band emergency update for Windows 11 to resolve a critical bug causing Outlook crashes and cloud storage failures for millions of users.
Monster Hunter Wilds Sales Lag Behind Older Titles
Capcom's Monster Hunter Wilds continues to underperform in sales compared to older games like Monster Hunter Rise, despite recent updates and a strong initial launch.
Pokémon Theme Park Opens in Tokyo Suburb
PokéPark Kanto opens in Tokyo with lifelike Pokémon statues in forest setting, attracting international visitors and boosting Japan's tourism economy.
LA Wildfire Insurance Crisis Exposes Industry Flaws
After devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, homeowners face insurance delays and lowball offers, highlighting a broken system amid climate volatility and record industry profits.
Tech Workers Petition CEOs to Remove ICE from Cities
Over 800 US tech employees sign petition urging CEOs to demand Trump administration withdraw ICE agents from cities and cancel contracts following Minneapolis incident.
Harry Styles Fans Face £1,100+ Wembley Hotel Prices
New research reveals hotel costs near Wembley Stadium could exceed £1,100 per night during Harry Styles' June residency, urging fans to plan accommodation carefully.
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