Protests Spread Across Iran as Currency Hits Record Low
Rial Hits Record LowProtests and strikes have entered into their third day across Iran amid high inflation falling currency. The unrest is said to have begun on Sunday when shopkeepers…
Historic Shipwrecks off UK Coast: Tragedies That Shaped Maritime History
The southwest coast of England has long been a hazardous location for sailors, where storms, strong currents, and hidden reefs have sent thousands of vessels to their doom over the…
Gold and Silver Finish 2025 with Big Gains
Gold Hits Record HighsGold had a huge year in 2025, rising more than 60%. It reached a record $4,549 an ounce before slipping slightly after Christmas to about $4,330. Silver…
Eurostar Services Resume After Channel Tunnel Power Fault Causes Widespread Delays
Tunnel Breakdown Causes Travel Chaos Eurostar and Le Shuttle services between the UK and France are back to normal after a major Channel Tunnel disruption. On Tuesday, thousands of passengers…
US Stock Market Ends 2025 on a Strong Note After a Volatile Year
The US stock market is ending 2025 on a positive note, even after a year filled with uncertainty and sharp market swings. Early Tariffs Sparked Market Fears Markets were rattled…
Beyoncé Officially Becomes a Billionaire After Hit Tours and Album Success
Beyoncé has officially joined Forbes’ list of billionaires, making her the fifth musician to reach this milestone. She now joins a select group that includes Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Bruce Springsteen,…
Sweden’s Apotek Hjärtat Trials “Friendship Hour” to Fight Loneliness
Apotek Hjärtat has launched a pilot program called Friendcare, giving staff paid time during work to connect with friends or build new social ties. Yasmine Lindberg, a 45-year-old employee in…
Octopus Energy Spins Off $8.65bn AI Platform Kraken as Independent Tech Firm
Octopus Energy, the UK’s largest gas and electricity supplier, is preparing to spin off its AI-driven technology division, Kraken Technologies, as a standalone company. The move follows a $1bn investment…
China Plans Stricter AI Rules to Protect Children
The rules come as AI use grows rapidly in China and worldwide. Once in effect, all AI products and services in China will have to follow them, ensuring that AI…
Meta Acquires Chinese-Founded AI Startup Manus
Meta announced on Monday that it will acquire the Singapore-based AI startup Manus. The move aims to accelerate Meta’s efforts to integrate advanced AI across its platforms. Financial terms were…
