Sweden starts emergency food stockpiling
In a dramatic policy shift, Sweden has initiated emergency food stockpiling for the first time since the Cold War, citing growing geopolitical instability and security concerns across Europe.
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IMF Downgrades US Economy as Australian Tourists Avoid America
The International Monetary Fund slashes US growth forecasts amid Trump administration policies, while Australian travellers avoid America due to economic uncertainty and political tensions.
Reeves gives OBR veto power over budgets
Shadow Chancellor pledges to give Office for Budget Responsibility unprecedented veto power over major tax and spending decisions, learning from Truss's disastrous mini-budget.
Macron accuses rivals of fuelling chaos, rejects resignation
Emmanuel Macron delivers fiery speech dismissing calls to step down, accusing political opponents of deliberately destabilising France amid ongoing political turmoil.
IMF Warning: Global Economy Faces Perfect Storm
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warns of multiple economic dangers converging simultaneously, urging nations to prepare for turbulent times ahead as growth forecasts darken.
Elite Madagascar soldiers join protests against president
In an unprecedented escalation of political turmoil, soldiers from Madagascar's elite CAPSAT unit have joined thousands of protesters calling for President Andry Rajoelina to step down, raising fears of a complete breakdown in state authority.
JPMorgan CEO Dimon Issues Recession Warning
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon sounds alarm on economic turbulence ahead, highlighting inflation pressures and geopolitical risks that could impact British businesses and households.
Reeves shatters Treasury fiscal rules in economic reset
Labour's first female Chancellor announces dramatic overhaul of Treasury spending rules, prioritising economic growth over rigid fiscal constraints in major policy shift.
Britain's alarming slide back to the 1970s crisis era
As Britain faces economic turmoil, political instability and social decay, veteran commentator John Macleod delivers a stark warning about our nation's alarming slide back towards the crisis-ridden 1970s.
Tory Economic Credibility in Tatters: Badenoch Cartoon
Ella Baron's biting political cartoon captures the crumbling economic credibility of the Conservative Party as Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch faces mounting criticism over fiscal policy failures.
France's PM in desperate bid to avoid snap elections
France's political crisis deepens as the outgoing Prime Minister makes unprecedented concessions in a last-ditch effort to prevent potentially explosive snap elections that could reshape European politics.
Gold Soars to Record High After Trump Shooting
Gold prices surged to unprecedented levels following the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, as global markets react to political instability and investors seek safe-haven assets.
Scottish Business Confidence Hits Record Low
New survey reveals overwhelming pessimism among Scottish businesses as economic stagnation bites, with concerns mounting over rising costs and political uncertainty.
French political chaos fuels Marine Le Pen's far-right surge
As France's political establishment falters, Marine Le Pen's National Rally capitalises on the turmoil. Analysis reveals how internal divisions and failed policies are creating the perfect storm for far-right advancement.
Argentina's Economic Crisis Deepens Under Milei
President Javier Milei confronts escalating economic turmoil as inflation soars and social unrest grows, testing his controversial austerity measures in Argentina.
Ex-RBS Chair to Lead Scotland's Economic Advisory Council
Sir Douglas Alexander returns to economic leadership role, appointed to chair Scotland's new Council of Economic Advisors in strategic move to bolster nation's financial future.
Government Shutdown Costs UK Economy Billions
Fresh economic analysis exposes how political gridlock and government shutdowns are draining billions from the UK economy, with businesses and taxpayers bearing the brunt of Westminster's paralysis.
AI detects sinkholes before they strike - UK breakthrough
Revolutionary satellite technology combined with artificial intelligence is now identifying potential sinkholes months in advance, offering hope as climate change intensifies ground instability across Britain.
Haiti crisis: UN-backed security mission faces gang resistance
Kenyan police deployment to Haiti encounters brutal gang resistance amid escalating violence, political vacuum, and humanitarian crisis threatening international intervention efforts.
UK Economy Stagnates as Construction Output Plummets
Britain's economic recovery hits a wall as construction output plummets 1.9% in April, wiping out service sector gains and raising Budget concerns for the Chancellor.
UK Economy Grows 0.4% in Q2 - Strongest Since 2021
Britain's economy delivered a powerful performance in Q2 2024, with GDP growing by 0.4% - the strongest quarterly expansion since late 2021. Services and production sectors lead the charge as the UK economy gains momentum.
Reeves urges Labour MPs: Focus on growth mission
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers powerful message to Labour MPs, demanding immediate focus on economic growth and fiscal discipline in government's first days.
Reeves Unveils Labour's Economic Revolution
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers landmark speech outlining Labour's radical economic overhaul, from housebuilding boom to planning system shake-up and North Sea oil confrontation.
Britain to be worst G7 economy in 2025, OECD warns
A damning OECD forecast predicts Britain will be the weakest economy among G7 nations next year, with growth projections slashed amid persistent inflation and political stagnation.
Global Economy Shows Surprising Resilience to Trump Tariffs
The OECD's latest economic outlook reveals a world economy weathering Trump's aggressive tariff strategy better than forecasted, with global growth holding steady at 3.1% despite trade tensions.
US on Brink of New Political Violence Era, Experts Warn
Exclusive insight into the alarming rise of political tensions in the US. Experts warn of a dangerous new chapter in American democracy as polarisation reaches breaking point.
Labour's Economic Challenge: Legacy Grim, But Hope Needed
The new Labour government inherits a dire economic legacy, but voters demand solutions, not excuses. Analysis of the fiscal challenges and the urgent need for a hopeful, forward-looking strategy.
Labour's wellbeing economic framework fails to deliver
The UK government's flagship wellbeing framework, designed to shift economic focus beyond GDP, has struggled with implementation and impact despite its ambitious goals, according to experts.
Haldane: Economic failure fuels far-right extremism
Former Bank of England chief economist warns that without inclusive growth policies, economic discontent could fuel far-right extremism in Britain's political landscape.
US on Edge After Assassination of Charlie Kirk
The United States is plunged into a profound political and social crisis following the shocking assassination of prominent conservative activist Charlie Kirk. This deep-dive analysis examines the immediate fallout, the escalating threat of civil conflict,
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