2026 Economic Outlook: AI, Tariffs and Job Risks
Global growth is set to slow in 2026 as Trump's tariffs hit trade and AI's promise faces a reality check. Explore the five key charts shaping the economic year ahead for the UK and world.
Category : Search result: Trump tariff impact
Tesco Mobile's New Pay As You Go Plan for Christmas
Tesco Mobile launches a flexible Pay As You Go Essentials tariff to help families stay in touch affordably over Christmas, with bundles from £5 and Clubcard points. Learn more.
Digital habits blurring lines with physical world
Readers share amusing tales of trying to swipe printed pages and 'like' letters, revealing how digital behaviours are reshaping our interactions with physical objects. Read their stories.
Korean Film and K-Pop Crisis Amidst Global Success
South Korea's cultural exports hit a record £11bn, but its film industry has 'almost collapsed' and K-pop faces a pivotal reckoning. Discover the internal challenges threatening the Hallyu wave.
Inside Blackpool Illuminations: Climate Change & 150 Years
Discover how Blackpool's iconic Illuminations are battling climate change with resilient designs and LED tech. Explore the 150-year legacy and what's new for visitors.
Hollywood's Fight for Survival: Can LA Recover?
Los Angeles's film industry faces a crisis after strikes, tech shifts, and runaway production. Can new incentives and adaptation secure its future? Explore the data and insider views.
Trump's Erratic 2025 Behaviour Raises Mental Acuity Questions
A detailed analysis of Donald Trump's unusual behaviour throughout 2025, from bizarre segues to public sleeping, raising serious questions about his mental fitness as Democrats plan to make it a key election issue.
Climate crisis drives up UK Christmas food prices
Extreme weather and fragile supply chains are pushing up the cost of festive staples like cranberries and wheat, raising fears over future UK food security and stability. Discover the climate link to your Christmas shop.
NWSL's $1m cap rule to keep stars from Europe moves
The NWSL has unveiled a new 'High Impact Player Rule' allowing clubs to breach the salary cap by $1m to retain stars like Trinity Rodman, amid pushback from the players' union.
Guardian's 2025 Awards Spotlight Life-Changing Journalism
Discover the powerful, award-winning stories from The Guardian in 2025 that exposed injustice, drove policy change, and profoundly impacted lives across the UK and beyond.
Life sentence for machete murder in mistaken identity
Devon Brown, 30, jailed for life for murdering Okechukwu Iweha, 46, in North London. The victim's sister delivers a powerful statement in court. Read the full story.
Brexit's Economic Damage Sparks Customs Union Debate
Analysis reveals Brexit has cost the UK 4% of GDP. As trade and investment suffer, Labour's Wes Streeting calls for deeper EU ties, but a customs union deal faces major hurdles. Explore the economic reality and political choices.
Brighton's Home Scoring Record Ends in Sunderland Draw
Brighton's barren run continues as they fail to score at home for the first time this season, held by a gritty Sunderland side missing key players to AFCON. Read the full match report.
Massive data centre's water demand raises environmental concerns
Plans for the UK's biggest data centre in Northumberland face scrutiny over its colossal water needs, equivalent to a town of 50,000 people. Local campaigners warn of environmental strain.
AI's 2025 environmental impact: huge CO2 and water use
New research reveals AI's 2025 carbon footprint matched New York City's, while its water consumption exceeded global bottled water demand. Are tech giants paying their fair share?
Unseasonal UK birdsong sparks climate debate
Mild winter weather triggers early birdsong from skylarks and thrushes in the UK. Is this a charming anomaly or a stark warning of the climate crisis? Discover the facts.
Wildfires cause 46% spike in LA heart attack cases
A new study reveals a dramatic 46% increase in heart attacks and a 218% rise in blood abnormalities after the Palisades and Eaton fires, matching the worst Covid years. Discover the alarming health impacts.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a glimmer of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
UK to rejoin EU Erasmus student exchange scheme
The UK is poised to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ student exchange programme from 2027, marking a major post-Brexit reset. Discover the details of the deal and what it means for students.
Serbia's Trump Tower project abandoned after minister indicted
A $500m Trump Tower project in Belgrade has been abandoned after a Serbian minister was indicted, marking a rare setback for the Trump family's global business empire. Read the full story.
US Jobs Data Reveals Volatile Post-Shutdown Labour Market
Delayed US jobs data shows a volatile labour market, with a four-year high unemployment rate of 4.6%. Federal Reserve Chair warns data should be viewed with a 'skeptical eye'. Read the full analysis.
Trump's 'Sick' Reiner Death Post Sparks Backlash
Donald Trump faces fierce criticism for comments about murdered director Rob Reiner. The Hollywood legend and his wife were found stabbed, with their son arrested. Read the full story.
Trump condemned for Reiner remarks, files $5bn BBC lawsuit
US President Donald Trump faces bipartisan condemnation for comments on Rob Reiner's death and launches a $5bn lawsuit against the BBC. Get the latest key US political stories.
Outrage as Trump Blames Rob Reiner's Death on 'Trump Derangement'
US politicians and celebrities condemn Donald Trump's 'vile' social media post blaming director Rob Reiner's murder on his criticism. Read the full story.
Londoners Debate Immigration and Woke Politics Over Dinner
Samuel and Catrina, two Londoners with differing political views, discuss immigration, social media, and 'woke' culture over a meal. Discover what they agreed on and the Stewart Lee sketch that united them.
Liverpool Street is UK's busiest station for third year
Official data reveals London's Liverpool Street station is Britain's busiest for the third consecutive year, with 98 million entries and exits. Discover the full top 10 list and the impact of the Elizabeth line.
Russia's Economy Collapses Under Weight of Ukraine War
Analysis: Russia's economy is faltering as the war in Ukraine drains resources. With inflation soaring and energy income plummeting, could internal tensions lead to Putin's downfall?
Dell's $6.25bn Donation to Trump Accounts Raises Eyebrows
Michael Dell's record $6.25bn gift to Trump's child fund ignites debate on billionaire philanthropy as a tool for political access and influence. Analysis inside.
The Hidden Water Cost of Datacentres and AI
As AI expands, datacentres' massive water consumption raises urgent environmental questions. Explore the sustainability challenge facing the tech industry.
AI Boom's Hidden Cost: Huge Water Demand for Data Centres
Experts warn Australia's AI-driven data centre boom will strain water resources, with Sydney's needs alone exceeding Canberra's drinking supply. Read the full analysis of the environmental challenge.
Page 1 of 4