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£120m Grangemouth Bailout: A Temporary Christmas Cheer

The government has announced a £120m bailout for Scotland's Grangemouth chemical plant, the last of its kind in the UK. While saving jobs, the move highlights a reactive industrial strategy and a sector in deep crisis. Read the full analysis.

Kent Water Crisis: Schools Shut, 23,000 Affected

Thousands in Tunbridge Wells face a third day without water after a chemical fault at Pembury Treatment Works. Schools are closed and bottled water stations are open. Find out when supplies will return.

UK Experts: 'Brain Weapons' Are a Real Threat

Bradford University academics warn that neuroscience is creating sophisticated 'brain weapons'. They urge global action at The Hague to prevent the weaponisation of the human mind.

Milkshake tax could force business to quit UK

Global Brands CEO Steve Perez warns Rachel Reeves' proposed 'milkshake tax' changes could force his family business to move production overseas, costing £10m annually. Read the full story.

WH Smith CEO steps down after accounting scandal

WH Smith's chief executive departs immediately following a major accounting failure in its North American division that slashed profits and wiped nearly £600m from market value.

Iglu Cruise in £100m Flight Centre takeover deal

UK cruise specialist Iglu is nearing a £100m acquisition by Australia's Flight Centre Travel Group, signalling strong post-pandemic recovery and global cruise growth. Read the full story.

Authors Dumped from NZ Book Prize for AI Covers

New Zealand's premier book awards disqualify multiple authors for using AI in cover designs, sparking debate about technology's role in creative industries. Discover the implications.

Bezos launches AI startup with $6.2bn funding

Jeff Bezos appoints himself co-CEO of new AI venture Project Prometheus, securing massive $6.2bn funding and hiring 100 staff from top tech firms. Discover the details.

Granada TV executive Joe Rigby dies aged 87

Joe Rigby, the working-class Catholic who rose to become a key Granada Television executive and nurtured major TV talent, has died aged 87. Discover his remarkable journey.

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