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July 21, 2026

Judge Pauses Paramount-Warner Bros. Mega Merger Amid Antitrust Review

A US district judge halted the $110 billion Paramount-Warner megamerger on a 14-day injunction, citing antitrust concerns and the potential impact on movie distribution...

Policy

July 21, 2026

UK Borrowing Falls in June But Public Finances Remain Challenge

June borrowing came in below expectations at £16bn, offering only a modest relief to strained public finances.

Policy

July 21, 2026

Families Skipping Meals During Holidays Warn Charity

FareShare Sussex & Surrey warns that families are allocating scarce funds to food during the summer holidays as free school meals are not accessible,...

Policy

July 21, 2026

GM Q2 2026 Earnings Preview: Analysts See Modest EPS Rise On Revenue Dip

GM is set to report its second-quarter 2026 results before the market opens, with analysts projecting $3.20 in adjusted earnings per share on roughly...

Policy

July 20, 2026

Trump Expands Tariffs on Canadian Imports to 50%

The US is imposing a 50% tariff on a wide range of Canadian imports, effective August 19, in what is described as a move...

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July 20, 2026

John Healey Named Chancellor Weeks After Shock Resignation as Defence Secretary

John Healey has been named Chancellor of the Exchequer, replacing Rachel Reeves after Labour’s 2024 victory.

Policy

July 20, 2026

Court Ruling Pauses Paramount-Warner Merger, Blocking Completion for Now

A 14‑day temporary restraining order halts the Paramount-Warner merger, with ongoing litigation focusing on market share in theatrical distribution and the role of streaming.

Policy

July 20, 2026

Burnham Has Big Ideas—But What Will They Cost for Markets?

BBC Economics Editor outlines the scale of Andy Burnham’s policy ambitions and the fiscal trade‑offs the new administration faces, from borrowing rules to tax...

Policy

July 20, 2026

Burnham Promises Help With Your Money: What It Could Mean for UK Households

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledges to ease the cost of living, signaling changes to personal allowances, energy bills, housing and transport costs.

Policy

July 20, 2026

Burnham Sets Fiscal Rules, Eyes Investment Push to Boost UK Growth

BBC analysis examines how Andy Burnham’s agenda—fiscal discipline, targeted investment, skills upgrades, and housing—could shape UK economic growth while facing debt, energy costs, and...