Trade deal: India and EU announce FTA amid Trump tariff tensions

The European Union and India have formally announced a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), culminating nearly two decades of complex and often challenging negotiations. This pivotal accord comes as both…

Ryanair fares to rise as passenger numbers forecast to surge

In its latest quarterly results, covering the three months ending December, Ryanair reported an average fare increase of 4%, bringing the average ticket price to €44 (£38). This modest increase…

EU investigates Elon Musk’s X over Grok AI sexual deepfakes

This move by the EU regulator mirrors a similar inquiry announced in January by the UK’s communications watchdog, Ofcom, highlighting a growing international consensus on the urgent need to address…

Caribbean cannabis growers eye budding domestic sales and exports.

The air at Pineapple Road, a cannabis farm nestled deep within Antigua’s verdant countryside, is thick with a complex symphony of aromas. Master cultivator Michaelus Tracey invites a visitor to…

Let public by war bonds to raise £20bn for defence, say Lib Dems

Under the Lib Dem plan, members of the public would have the opportunity to lend money to the government through these specially issued bonds. Designed to mature over a two-to-three-year…

Should smartphones be locked away at gigs and in schools?

The mechanics of achieving such a large-scale phone ban are surprisingly simple and unobtrusive. Upon entry to a venue, concert-goers or students place their mobile phones into a fabric pouch,…

Cost of living: Are things going to get better for your finances?

The UK’s rate of inflation has seen a recent uptick, sparking renewed debate over the nation’s economic health and the everyday financial struggles faced by households. In response to these…

‘Incredible’ response for Eynsham kids clothes swap shop

Three years ago, Victoria Greenfield-Coleman, a resident of Eynsham, launched a children’s clothes swap shop, a simple yet profoundly impactful initiative designed to give these gently used garments a second…

Heathrow scraps 100ml liquid container limit.

Passengers at Britain’s biggest and busiest airport, Heathrow, can now enjoy a significantly streamlined security experience as the facility has finally completed the comprehensive rollout of new high-tech Computed Tomography…

Demand for online jewellery boosts December retail sales.

Despite what proved to be a challenging festive period for many retailers across the board, robust demand for online jewellery played a significant role in lifting UK retail sales in…