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EU Enforces Strict Brexit Food Import Rules on UK

Post-Brexit trade tensions escalate as the EU confirms UK food imports will be subject to full third-country checks, rejecting British pleas for a youth mobility concession. Discover how this impacts prices, supply chains, and the future of UK-EU relation

JLR Halts Production After Major Cyber Attack

Jaguar Land Rover's UK manufacturing operations have been brought to a standstill by a sophisticated cyber attack, halting production and sparking major supply chain disruptions.

John Deere Warns of Tractor Price Hikes from US Tariffs

John Deere's CEO has issued a stark warning that the cost of its iconic green tractors is set to rise significantly for British farmers, citing new US tariffs on Chinese manufacturing imports as the primary driver.

NY halts Hyundai business over child labour scandal

New York Governor Kathy Hochul takes a stand against Hyundai's alleged use of child labour in its US supply chain, suspending all state business with the automotive giant pending a thorough investigation.

Coles Abandons Cage-Free Egg Pledge in Stunning Backflip

Australian supermarket titan Coles has stunned shoppers and animal welfare advocates by abruptly abandoning its high-profile pledge to stop selling caged eggs by the end of 2023, citing industry-wide supply shortages.

UK Car Production Crashes to Lowest Level Since 1980s

UK car manufacturing output nosedived in 2023, hitting a multi-decade low. Brexit trade barriers and a crippling global semiconductor shortage are blamed for the steepest annual decline in production since the 1980s.

Queensland trucking company collapses after 23 years

A major Queensland transport company with a 23-year history has entered liquidation, collapsing with massive debts and leaving dozens of employees without jobs in a severe blow to the region's freight industry.

Sushi Ginger Shortage As Peru Crop Fails

A severe ginger shortage, triggered by devastating weather in Peru, is threatening the iconic pink pickled slivers served with sushi worldwide, forcing restaurants to ration supplies and consider alternatives.

AI Reveals Tokyo's Apocalypse if Mount Fuji Erupts

A chilling AI simulation reveals the catastrophic impact a major eruption of Mount Fuji would have on Tokyo and global supply chains, forecasting chaos, ash-covered streets, and economic paralysis.

Kmart Australia Faces Legal Action Over Forced Labour Links

Australian retail giant Kmart is under fire as a prominent legal firm launches unprecedented action, alleging the company failed to adequately address modern slavery risks within its supply chain, potentially linking its products to forced labour.

Kmart Australia Sued Over Modern Slavery Act Breaches

Australian retail giant Kmart is being taken to federal court by the regulator, accused of failing to adequately investigate and address modern slavery risks within its sprawling global supply chain, in a landmark legal test of the country's 2018 legislat

Pacific Shift Sparks US Megadrought, Food Prices Soar

A dramatic shift in Pacific Ocean currents has triggered a devastating megadrought in the US, leading to skyrocketing food prices. Experts warn of long-term impacts on agriculture and global supply chains.

UK car production rises 10% in April

British car manufacturing sees a significant boost in April, driven by robust exports and easing supply chain issues, reports the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.

UK Families Sleep on Floors Amid Airport Chaos

Exhausted British travellers, including young children, were forced to sleep on airport floors as flight disruptions caused chaos across UK airports. Read the full story.

New York Snowstorm: Travel Chaos Expected

New York City prepares for a major winter storm, with forecasts predicting heavy snowfall, travel disruptions, and potential school closures. Authorities urge residents to stay vigilant.

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