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The Sunday Mirror leads on the King’s coronation next month, saying thousands of NHS workers have been invited to the event “as a mark of the nation’s profound gratitude”, but adds they are still not seeing a pay rise. The paper’s take on the Grand National saga is that it was “Paintree”.
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EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Takes Provisional Effect, Boosting Global Trade
May 1, 2026
11:50 pm
The EU’s trade deal with South America’s Mercosur bloc has begun provisional implementation after 25 years of negotiations. This agreement forms one of the world’s largest free trade areas, encompassing 720 million consumers and aiming to reduce tariffs on over 90% of bilateral trade.
Trump Urges Iran to ‘Give Up’ as Conflict Enters Day 62 Amid Tensions
April 30, 2026
11:37 am
President Trump announced that the US blockade of Iranian ports is proving effective, urging Tehran to “just give up” amid escalating tensions. Iran’s Parliament Speaker dismissed the blockade’s impact, stating it has only increased global oil prices, while tensions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to disrupt markets.
Meta to Lay Off 8,000 Workers as Microsoft Offers Buyouts to 8,750
April 24, 2026
4:28 am
Meta is laying off 8,000 workers, about 10 per cent of its workforce, to enhance efficiency and focus on artificial intelligence investments. Concurrently, Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to approximately 8,750 employees, marking a significant shift for the company amid industry-wide cost adjustments.
Oil Prices Surpass $106 Amid US-Iran Tensions in Strait of Hormuz
April 24, 2026
4:05 am
Oil prices surged above $106 per barrel amid escalating US-Iran tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, following reciprocal vessel seizures. The increase represents a nearly 5% rise since late Wednesday, reflecting concerns over shipping disruptions in a key global energy transit route.
Iran Conflict Triggers Market Decline, Yet Some Industries Remain Unscathed
March 9, 2026
11:00 am
US liquefied natural gas exporters are poised to gain as markets plummet amid the Iran war: Markets are plummeting as the conflict escalates – but not every industry is affected.
UK Firms Brace for Uncertain Future Amid Rising US Tariffs
February 24, 2026
7:16 am
“Staring down the barrel at higher costs”: UK businesses grapple with uncertain futures as US tariffs threaten profit margins and market stability.
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