HS2 Project Costs Could Exceed £100 Billion, With Slower Train Speeds Planned
The HS2 high-speed rail project's cost could exceed £102.7 billion, with services delayed until 2036-2039.
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Trump Voters in Rural Colorado Prioritize Iran Nuclear Threat Over Economic Pain
In rural Colorado, Trump voters are prioritizing the threat of Iran acquiring nuclear weapons over current economic pain, including high gas prices, demonstrating a...
Starbucks Korea CEO Sacked Over ‘Tank Day’ Promotion Linked to Gwangju Uprising
Starbucks Korea's CEO has been fired after a "Tank Day" promotion was perceived as referencing the 1980 Gwangju Uprising crackdown.
Oil, Yields, and Nvidia Earnings Test Investor Resilience Amid Geopolitical and Economic Crosscurrents
Global markets face pressure from elevated oil prices, rising U.S. Treasury yields, and the upcoming Nvidia earnings report.
RBA Signals Potential Rate Pause After 75 Basis Points of Hikes Amid Iran Conflict Uncertainty
The Reserve Bank of Australia is signaling a potential pause in its interest rate hiking cycle after a recent 75 basis point increase.
Electric Car Sales Surge in Southeast Asia Amidst Government Incentives
Electric vehicle sales are surging in Thailand and Vietnam, fueled by government subsidies and a wider range of models.
Home Depot Reports Resilient Core Shopper Amid Economic Headwinds, Sales Increase 5% in Q1 2026
Home Depot reported better-than-expected Q1 2026 results, with sales rising 5%.
Japan Considers Extra Budget to Mitigate Energy Inflation, Kyodo Reports
Japan is considering a supplementary budget to support households facing high gasoline and utility costs amid the prolonged Middle East crisis, Kyodo reported on...
Educational Divide Reshapes American Marriage Market, Study Finds
A new study indicates the widening educational and economic divide between men and women is reshaping the American marriage market.
Petrol Reaches Highest Price Since Start of Iran War
Unleaded petrol prices have hit 158.52p per litre, the highest since the Iran war, due to Middle East conflict and rising oil costs.