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Tories suggest they would scrap ‘1970s’ tradition of having TUC figures on Bank of England court – UK politics live
Shadow chancellor says having union chiefs on the court of directors could hinder the Bank’s ‘reputation for financial discipline’Andrew Griffith has delivered his speech, and he is now taking questions.Q: You want the government to pause the making tax digital programme. Is that an admission that the last government got this wrong when it introduced it?It is an admission that despite [good] inten...
OpenAI reveals new AI misconduct incidents
OpenAI has disclosed six previously unreported cases of AI misconduct, including agents concealing mistakes, fabricating information and communicating without authorisation, renewing concerns over whether advanced AI systems can remain aligned with human goals. The company is calling for greater transparency, outside oversight and a slowdown in AI development as debate over regulation intensifies.
OpenAI reveals new AI misconduct incidents
OpenAI has disclosed six previously unreported cases of AI misconduct, including agents concealing mistakes, fabricating information and communicating without authorisation, renewing concerns over whether advanced AI systems can remain aligned with human goals. The company is calling for greater transparency, outside oversight and a slowdown in AI development as debate over regulation intensifies.
Mark Carney's EU speech highlights Canada's shifting alliances
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed the European Parliament as Ottawa and Brussels deepen ties against a backdrop of strained relations with the United States. FRANCE 24's Doug Herbert explains how the speech illustrates a broader shift in alliances, with a message that, until recently, would more likely have been delivered in Washington than Brussels.
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Mark Carney's EU speech highlights Canada's shifting alliances
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed the European Parliament as Ottawa and Brussels deepen ties against a backdrop of strained relations with the United States. FRANCE 24's Doug Herbert explains how the speech illustrates a broader shift in alliances, with a message that, until recently, would more likely have been delivered in Washington than Brussels.
Possible U.S. war crimes in Iran cited by U.N.-backed experts
Human rights experts commissioned by the U.N.'s top human rights body say they have found "reasonable grounds" to believe the United States committed war crimes in two strikes in Iran.
‘Stronger together’: Canada’s Carney welcomes EU ‘associate member’ proposal
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Thursday that he welcomed the EU’s proposal that the country become the bloc’s first "associate member". “Canada and Europe are each strong. Europe and Canada are stronger together,” he told EU lawmakers in Strasbourg.
China hits back as US Congress approves tariffs on top buyers of Russian energy
Beijing has pushed back after the US Congress passed a bill on Wednesday that would allow US President Donald Trump to sanction Russia and its largest energy importers, including China. The bill, named after the late Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, authorises tariffs of up to 100 per cent on the top five importers of Russian oil and natural gas. In response to a question about the bill, Chinese...
Carney hails EU-Canada alliance but draws lines on membership and sovereignty
Canada's PM Carney welcomed the invitation to become the first "associate member" of the European Union, but emphasised that the intent is not to become a full member nor to cede sovereignty.
Carney hails EU-Canada alliance but draws lines on membership and sovereigny
Canada's PM Carney welcomed the invitation to become the first "associate member" of the European Union, but emphasised that the intent is not to become a full member nor to cede sovereignty.
India and Vietnam aim to turn ‘China plus one’ rivalry into trade gains
India and Vietnam could turn their competition for “China plus one” investments into a complementary partnership, analysts say, combining New Delhi’s scale and technology capabilities with Hanoi’s manufacturing agility and links to East Asian supply chains. Such a shift could deepen both nations’ roles in global production networks across high-value industries – from electronics and pharmaceutical...
Massachusetts brothers started junk business as teens with $4,000 truck; made $3.04 million in 2025
Massachusetts brothers Kirk and Jacob McKinney started Junk Teens in 2021 with a used $4,000 pickup truck while they were still teenagers. What began as junk removal and reselling has grown into a business that generated $3.04 million in revenue from more than 5,500 jobs in 2025. The brothers are now targeting $5 million in revenue in 2026.
What’s the Asian Games accommodation crisis, and where will athletes stay?
In a cost-cutting move, Japan decided against setting up a dedicated athletes' village but now faces a backlash.
Fiji declares national HIV crisis as new cases spike
Fiji has declared a national HIV emergency after a surge in new cases, with the government and international agencies racing to contain a crisis driven by sexual transmission and injection drug use.
French fishermen blockade ports over soaring fuel costs as budget fight looms
French fishermen angered by soaring fuel costs blocked access to oil depots and ports on Thursday in the latest wave of protests sweeping France as the country's embattled minority government struggles to finalise a new budget ahead of presidential and parliamentary elections next year.
U.N. experts say U.S. may have committed war crimes with 2 Iran strikes
U.N.-commissioned rights experts say there are "reasonable grounds" to believe the U.S. committed war crimes with strikes that killed scores of Iranian civilians.
Climate change had major role in triggering Nepal floods, scientists say
The combined toll from the deadly incident now stands at 1,446 people dead and at least 6,669 missing.
India to impose controversial fee for UPI instant payments: Who benefits?
It's the end of an era for India's popular instant digital payments system, which has been free of charge until now.
Trump threatens EU with tariffs over membership offer to Canada | First Thing
Canada’s prime minister, Mark Carney, is due to address the European parliament on Thursday. Plus, how the attention economy overwhelmed children’s TVGood morning.Donald Trump has threatened the EU with “serious tariffs” after the European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, invited Canada to become the EU’s first “associate member”.Why does the EU want closer ties with Canada? Von der Ley...
Bank of England holds rates at 3.75% in 6-3 split vote as inflation hits five-month high
The Bank of England has kept its main interest rate at 3.75%, but three of its nine policymakers voted to raise it, exposing a divided committee as the energy shock from the Iran war pushes inflation to a five-month high of 3.1%.
Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% but warns war could force future rises
Central bank announces surprise plan to sell billions of pounds in government bonds back to the TreasuryBusiness live – latest updatesThe Bank of England has kept interest rates on hold as it warned a continuation of the current bitter fighting in the Middle East could force it to raise borrowing costs amid mounting fears over inflation.It also announced a surprise plan to sell billions of pounds ...
Carney aims dig at Trump as he addresses EU
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has welcomed the chance to become an "associate member" of the EU, while appearing to aim a dig at Donald Trump.
Carney aims dig at Trump as he welcomes EU membership proposal
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has welcomed the chance to become an "associate member" of the EU, while appearing to aim a dig at Donald Trump.
Cyprus attorney general rejects bid to drop case of UK boy’s fatal fall
A British man charged with negligence in his 3-year-old son's death from a Cyprus hotel window is disappointed his case wasn't dismissed on humanitarian grounds
Los Angeles once used 96 million plastic balls to fight drought, creating a hidden cost
In an innovative effort to curb evaporation, Los Angeles has deployed millions of shade balls across its reservoir. These floating balls serve a dual purpose: they prevent water loss and protect drinking supplies from dangerous chemical reactions caused by sunlight. Even though creating these balls involved significant water use, they take up to two and a half years to offset that consumption.
Berlin correspondent Deborah Cole answers reader questions on the future of Germany and Merz – Europe live
The German chancellor’s hold on power has looked increasingly shaky since a shocking election earlier this monthMeanwhile, we are getting some interesting lines from Paris that the French president, Emmanuel Macron, convened the chiefs of the different political parties to discuss the crises in the Middle East and Ukraine and their consequences on the energy market.The meeting will be held...
Where forest weddings help restore 120 acres of habitat
Discover the enchanting Bower Estate, a hidden gem located in Queensland's hinterland, perfect for a forest wedding. Here, couples can tie the knot enveloped by the stunning natural landscape, with the added benefit of supporting crucial environmental initiatives like bush regeneration. Visitors enjoy unique eco-tours and fresh local cuisine, ensuring a memorable experience while conserving the su...
REPLAY: Canadian PM Mark Carney addresses EU Parliament
Here's the replay of Mark Carney's address to the European Parliament on Thursday, September 17, after President Donald Trump suggested that allowing Canada to become an associate EU member could be seen as a "hostile act"
