Economy

Sep 22, 2026 Economy

Putin's United Russia party tightens control on parliament, early results show

President Vladimir Putin’s United Russia party has tightened its grip on parliament, winning a record 355 seats in Russia’s 450-seat Duma in a tightly orchestrated election.

Russia accidentally shoots down its own £11,000,000 helicopter

Three crew members - the pilot, navigator and gunner - were killed in the 'friendly fire' incident in the Voronezh region.

Oct 4, 2026 Economy

Tunisia: At least 11 detained following protest for release of activists

According to lawyers in Tunisia, at least 11 people have been arrested after calling for the release of jailed organisers of a Gaza-bound humanitarian flotilla.

Sep 22, 2026 Economy

‘We fled to the sea to escape wildfire surrounding us – ash fell in people’s drinks’

A British couple were forced to flee towards the sea after raging wildfires surrounded their holiday resort in Croatia.

Sep 20, 2026 Economy

Soviet satellite could be hours away from crashing back on Earth after 53 years

'Risks are somewhat similar to that of a meteorite impact.'

May 8, 2025 Economy

Full list of ultra processed foods you thought were healthy

Should we be tearing apart our cupboards to throw them in the bin?

May 6, 2025 Economy

What could cause a nationwide blackout in the UK after Spain and Portugal go dark

'Within hours, society would start to grind to a halt.'

May 6, 2025 Economy

Global EASE DAY 2025: SOUEAST Redefines EASE Urban Life with Innovative Powertrain Solutions

Apr 30, 2025 Economy

M&S stops taking orders online sending shares plummeting

'We continue to manage the incident proactively.'

Apr 27, 2025 Economy

Plans to 'dim the sun' sparks conspiracy the government is 'changing the weather'

'There are risks with not finding these things out. If we only rely on modelling we can't find out if we are wrong.'