Cliff Notes – IMF upgrades UK economic growth forecast The IMF has revised its UK economic growth forecast upward to 1.2% for this year, although this remains lower than earlier projections from January and October. Trade tensions stemming from US…
Cliff Notes – A new deal is imminent between US and Iran…
Cliff Notes – Europe accused of sabotaging Trump’s peace plan Friedrich Merz’s…
Cliff Notes The UK government plans to create 120,000 new training routes…
Cliff Notes King Charles has commenced his initial visit to Canada as…
Crypto
Bitcoin soared to an all-time high, briefly surpassing $106,000, fueled by optimism over Donald Trump’s pro-cryptocurrency stance ahead of his return to the White House. The cryptocurrency has gained more than 50% since Trump’s election victory on November 5.
Technology
A newly-researched fungus species, aspergillus, is poised to spread from warmer regions to Europe and the UK due to climate change, potentially increasing infection risks.
The Local Government Association (LGA) calls for mandatory solar panel installation on new homes to cut household bills by Β£440 annually and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Social media companies may face fines of up to Β£60,000 for not removing knife crime-related posts within 48 hours of a police warning, aimed at protecting children from harmful content.
Hangzhou is emerging as a major tech hub in China, often referred to as the country’s ‘Silicon Valley’, with significant companies like Alibaba and DeepSeek leading the charge.
Space & Science
Feeding astronauts in space is costly, with expenses reaching Β£20,000 per day, primarily due to transportation costs for food supplies.
Travel
Hi traveller! Here you go! π – If youβre heading to NYC for the first time, you might feel a little overwhelmed trying to decide where to stay. Much of the city is busy and packed, but it’s also exciting, and there are attractions around every corner.Β