British Gas Owner, EG Group, Holland & Barrett Fined for Underpaying Workers
The UK government has fined nearly 500 companies, including Centrica - the parent company of British Gas - Euro Garages (EG Group), and Holland & Barrett, for failing to pay
Alaska Airlines Cleared to Finalize $1.9 Billion Acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, Says U.S. Transportation Department
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has given Alaska Airlines the green light to proceed with its $1.9 billion acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, following an agreement between the carriers to
Treasure Hunter Unearths 748 Ancient Coins Inspired by Indiana Jones
George Ridgway, a 34-year-old archaeologist from Ashbocking, Suffolk, discovered a remarkable hoard of 748 ancient gold and silver coins at Helmingham Hall, Suffolk. His find, which dates back as far
Uber and Lyft Plan UK Trials of Chinese Robotaxis in 2026
Ride-hailing firms Uber and Lyft have announced plans to trial autonomous taxis developed by Chinese technology company Baidu on UK roads from 2026, pending regulatory approval. Both companies said they
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Sells Entire Stake in TSMC
Warren Buffett's conglomerate, Berkshire Hathaway, has sold its remaining shares in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world's largest chipmaker. The announcement was made in a filing indicating that Berkshire
Amazon Calls Staff Back to Office Three Days a Week
Amazon will require all office staff to work in-person at least three days a week, ending a policy that left remote work decisions up to team directors. As reported on
Yellow Files For Bankruptcy After Shutting Down
Yellow Corp., a once-dominant US trucking company with a 99-year history, has filed for bankruptcy as it ceases operations, leaving many employees devastated and facing uncertainty about their future. The
Italian Chain Prezzo to Shut 46 Restaurants With 810 Jobs Set to Go
Prezzo is to shut 46 loss-making restaurants after being hit hard by soaring energy and food costs. The Italian restaurant chain has said about 810 workers are at risk of
Toyota Warns of Record $9.5 Billion Profit Blow from U.S. Tariffs
Toyota Motor Corporation, the world’s largest carmaker, has cautioned that U.S. import tariffs could slash its annual operating profit by as much as 1.4 trillion yen ($9.5 billion) - the
Tesla to Reveal Cybercab, Marking Major Push into Self-Driving Cars
Tesla is set to unveil its highly anticipated self-driving robotaxi prototype, dubbed the Cybercab, at a special event on Thursday at Warner Bros Studios in Burbank, California. The event, titled
BBC Threatens Legal Action Against AI Firm Perplexity Over Alleged Copyright Breach
The BBC has issued a legal warning to U.S.-based artificial intelligence company Perplexity, accusing it of reproducing BBC content without permission and demanding it cease the practice immediately. According to
Starbucks Mandates Four-Day Office Week, Offers Exit Payout for Non-Compliant Staff
Starbucks has announced that corporate employees in the US and Canada will be required to work from the office four days a week beginning this October - or accept a
DStv Earns Top Spot as Africa’s Most-Admired Media Brand in the 13th Brand Africa 100: Africa’s Best Brands Survey
Last month DStv, one of the consumer brands of the Multichoice Group, continued to soar as the unrivalled media powerhouse in Africa, securing its position as the top “Most-Admired Media
The Nvidia Spell Has Been Broken. Here’s What Could Come Next
Nvidia, the tech giant that has captivated investors with its impressive growth, recently experienced a wave of volatility that saw its stock briefly dip. Despite a rapid recovery on Tuesday,
Polish Radio Station Sparks Outrage by Replacing Journalists with AI Hosts
A radio station in Poland has ignited a national debate after replacing its human journalists with AI-generated "presenters" in a move aimed at attracting younger audiences. OFF Radio Krakow, based
Nike’s Global Slowdown Signals Key Lessons for Nigerian Marketers and Retailers
Global sportswear giant Nike is experiencing a significant slump in sales, with a 9% drop recorded in the last quarter and a steep 17% decline in the Chinese market. Even
Charles Barkley Criticizes NBA for Opting for Amazon Over TNT: “It Just Sucks”
"Inside the NBA" host Charles Barkley has voiced strong disapproval of the NBA's decision to reject a matching offer from TNT's parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), in favor of
Elon Musk’s X Just Sued a Nonprofit Advertising Group Out of Existence
The Global Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM), a key advertising industry group, has announced its closure just days after Elon Musk’s X, formerly known as Twitter, filed a lawsuit against
Former Prime Video Executive Invests in Lagos-Based Animation Studio Taeps
Zaia Ventures, the venture capital firm founded by former Prime Video executive Ukonwa Ojo in 2022, has acquired a stake in Taeps Animation Studios, a rising animation studio based in
Trump’s Truth Social Post Sends Stock Soaring, Adding $500 Million to His Wealth
President-elect Donald Trump made a significant financial gain on Friday, adding half a billion dollars to his net worth with a single post on his social media platform, Truth Social.
