Monday, April 27, 2026

China blocks Meta's $2bn acquisition of AI start-up Manus

It comes after months of scrutiny by Chinese regulators over deal struck with Facebook owner.

European flight prices are falling in short term, Wizz Air boss says

While many airlines say they are raising prices due to high fuel costs, József Váradi says European airlines are trying to boost demand

Sunday, April 26, 2026

From scientist to silk farmer: India's silk industry renewal

Silk production is an increasingly high-tech business in India.

'There's so much I want to give my daughter - poverty means I can't'

Around a third of Welsh children live in poverty, the highest among the four UK nations.

Which airlines are cancelling flights to the UK - and what can you do?

Airlines are putting up prices and cancelling flights in response to higher jet fuel prices.

Friday, April 24, 2026

Rescue centre facing eviction makes funding appeal

Redhead Rescues Animal Sanctuary in Northamptonshire wants to buy its own land.

US soldier charged after winning $400,000 betting on removal of Maduro

Gannon Ken Van Dyke allegedly made trades on Polymarket on the basis of classified information, the justice department says.

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Stock markets are too high and set to fall, says Bank of England deputy

It is unusual for a senior figure at the Bank to be so forthright on market movements.

AI is already leading to fewer jobs for young people, says Sunak

The former prime minister said graduates' concerns about getting entry-level jobs are justified.

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough

A stellarator is difficult to build, but could it be the best way to make fusion energy work?