Trader who inspired The Big Short bets against AI as tech shares fall
Shares of major tech companies have fallen in the US and Japan over fears about AI bubble Read More
Britain sliding ‘into economic crisis’ over £85bn sickness bill, ex-John Lewis boss warns
The number of people who are out of work for health reasons has grown by 800,000 since 2019. Read More
Oldest victim of Post Office scandal, 92, receives final payout
“I can settle up my affairs. I can turn the heating up full blast, and that will be wonderful,” 92-year-old Betty Brown told the BBC. Read More
M&S profits almost wiped out after cyber hack hit sales
Marks & Spencer’s online and in-store sales were hit by a cyber attack which it said cost it £101m Read More
Criminal network behind UK mini-marts enables migrants to work illegally – BBC investigation
Undercover reporters were told how easy it was to make big profits selling illegal vapes and cigarettes. Read More
Head of UK’s richest family dies aged 85
Gopichand Hinduja helped transform his father’s modest textile and trading businesses into a global conglomerate. Read More
Tesla says Musk should be paid $1tn – will shareholders agree?
The car-maker is lobbying fiercely for the pay package, which is being voted on ahead of its AGM on Thursday. Read More
Nearly all drivers say headlights are too bright
The study, commissioned by the Department for Transport, was completed by Berkshire’s TRL. Read More
Mortgages and AI to be added to the curriculum in English schools
Ministers are making the changes for children in England after a review of what is taught in schools. Read More
Dharshini David: Reeves lays ground for painful Budget, but will it be worth it?
The chancellor’s pitch: the Budget will be painful, due to the actions of others, but it will be worth it, to tackle debt, help public services and promote growth. Read More