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Bank of England governor warns AI poses growing ‘increasingly significant’ threat to financial stability
Andrew Bailey warns that AI could threaten financial stability as advanced systems create cyber risks for banks and critical infrastructure.
UK economy grows faster than first thought as household incomes bounce back
Revised figures show stronger UK economic growth, recovering household incomes and surging exports during the second quarter of 2026.
UK unveils ‘Great British Grid’ in bid to cut energy bills
Great British Grid aims to increase competition, modernise Britain’s power network and reduce electricity costs.
British Chambers unite against ‘Made in Europe’ rules amid fears for UK industry
British Chambers urge Brussels to recognise UK manufacturers under ‘Made in Europe’ rules amid concerns over costs and supply chains.
Bouncy castle firms urged to sign new safety pledge following child deaths
Bouncy castle firms are urged to sign a new safety pledge following child deaths and serious accidents involving inflatable attractions.
Remembering Matthew Jukes, The European’s Wine & Fine Drinks Correspondent
The European is saddened by the death of Matthew Jukes, remembering his remarkable career, expertise and lifelong passion for wine.
Michael Dell becomes world’s fourth-richest person as Forbes reveals the ten wealthiest billionaires
Michael Dell’s fortune has risen above $273bn, putting him fourth on the Forbes rich list as AI demand drives technology...
Scientists develop new chemicals to tackle devastating oil spills at sea
Scientists in Italy and Azerbaijan are testing new chemical treatments designed to contain oil slicks and separate oil from contaminated...
Closing women’s health gap could boost global economy by $1tn a year, leaders say
Closing the women’s health gap could add $1tn annually to the global economy by 2040, with leaders calling for greater...
World’s first luxury theme park to open in Mexico with £1.1bn of rides, fine entertainment and deliberately limited crowds
Mexico’s £1.1bn luxury theme park will feature major rides, Cirque du Soleil entertainment and deliberately limited visitor numbers.
Dutch court orders Lidl to stop selling Birkenstock sandal lookalikes
A Dutch court has ordered Lidl to stop selling sandals resembling five Birkenstock designs after ruling they infringed copyright.
Giant wind turbine with 252-metre rotor could mean fewer machines and cheaper offshore power
Envision’s giant 16.7MW offshore wind turbine has a 252-metre rotor and could reduce turbine numbers and generation costs.
Poorly designed workplaces ‘cost UK economy £71bn a year’
Poorly designed workplaces cost the UK economy £71.4bn annually, with workers losing over an hour a week to workplace problems.
Rescuers scramble to protect pod of 25 whales in Thames Estuary
Rescuers deploy boats, aircraft and specialist teams after around 25 pilot whales enter shallow waters in the Thames Estuary.
‘Talent hushing’ blamed as four-in-10 workers say they contribute less than they could
Talent hushing may be limiting UK productivity, with 43 per cent of adults saying workplace experiences lead them to contribute...
Spain leads Europe for expats as Panama tops global poll
Spain ranks highest in Europe for expats in 2026, while Panama tops the global Expat Insider ranking for the third...
Menopause may make women leaders more empathetic – even as it leaves them drained
New research finds menopause symptoms can leave women leaders depleted, while nostalgia for their selves may increase empathy towards employees.
Your biggest rival could be your best technology partner, research finds
New research finds companies may choose strong competitors over suppliers when developing technology, particularly when rivals have proven market expertise.
British Museum bans photos of Bayeux Tapestry after visitors hold up queues
British Museum restricts photography of the Bayeux Tapestry after visitors pausing for pictures caused delays at the sold-out exhibition.
China unveils giant crane capable of lifting 9,300 family cars
XCMG has unveiled a giant 14,000-tonne crane designed for nuclear power, conventional energy and offshore wind construction projects.
Edinburgh Airport launches £500m expansion as terminal footprint grows 60%
Edinburgh Airport will invest more than £500m over five years, expanding its terminal, adding gates and increasing passenger capacity.
