Sunday, September 6, 2026

Volkswagen board approves plan to cut another 50,000 jobs

The group - which includes Audi, Porsche, Skoda as well as the VW brand - plans to cut a total of 100,000 posts by 2030.

Saturday, September 5, 2026

Why a famous Montreal sandwich shop has been forced to swap its soda

Schwartz’s, one of Montreal’s most famous delis, has changed suppliers for its black cherry soda.

Aviation faces hotter, stormier skies – and passengers might have to accept more disruption

Are people going to have to increasingly accept more delays and diversions as the effects of climate change intensify?

Friday, September 4, 2026

Live music to raise cash for Christmas dinners

Proceeds from the event help fund Christmas for families struggling financially in the South East.

How much can Canada fight back in its trade war with the US?

The US may be the bigger trading partner, but Canada shouldn't be counted out quite yet in the escalating trade fight.

Flight price rises due to 'foolish leaders' starting wars, Virgin's Branson says

Middle East tensions have choked the production and transportation of oil, causing a surge in the price of car and jet fuels.

Thursday, September 3, 2026

From cake to pizza: How to get the best birthday freebies (and why there's a catch)

Cake, coffee, make-up and burgers are just some of the free things you can get on your birthday.

Watch: Trump $1 commemorative coin goes on sale

The US Mint began selling gold-coloured $1(£0.74) coins featuring President Donald Trump's likeness to mark the country's 250th anniversary.

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

'I don't even like them': How much should you give to office gift collections?

Office whip-rounds are a staple of working life but they can raise a lot of awkward questions.

'We've raided this shop many times - we keep finding fake cigarettes'

There's been an “explosion” in the sale of illegal tobacco in Scotland, according to Trading Standards.