UK Crypto Users Now Must Share Account Details with HMRC
Starting 1 January, anyone buying or selling cryptocurrency in the UK must share their account details with HMRC. If they don’t, they could face penalties. This is part of a…
China Taxes Condoms, Cuts Childcare Costs to Encourage More Babies
s introduced a 13% sales tax on contraceptives, including condoms and birth control pills, starting January 1. At the same time, childcare services will be tax-free as part of efforts…
Defence Sector Struggles to Attract Skilled Workers as Demand Grows
Why the UK Defence Industry Is Facing a Talent Shortage Earlier this year, the Ministry of Defence announced a £1bn investment in AI-powered battlefield systems and created a new Cyber…
US Cuts Proposed Tariffs on Italian Pasta Imports
Italian Pasta Avoids Heavy US Import Taxes Italian pasta exports to the United States have received major relief after the US government reduced steep tariffs it had planned to impose…
BYD Surpasses Tesla to Become the World’s Top Electric Vehicle Seller
China’s electric vehicle maker BYD has officially overtaken Tesla to become the world’s largest seller of electric cars. This marks the first time the American company has lost its global…
Disney Fined $10M for Alleged Violations of Children’s Privacy Laws on YouTube
LOS ANGELES — The Walt Disney Company has reached an agreement to pay $10 million over claims it violated federal laws related to child privacy.It comes after a large investigation…
Protests Spread Across Iran as Currency Hits Record Low
Rial Hits Record LowProtests and strikes have entered into their third day across Iran amid high inflation falling currency. The unrest is said to have begun on Sunday when shopkeepers…
Historic Shipwrecks off UK Coast: Tragedies That Shaped Maritime History
The southwest coast of England has long been a hazardous location for sailors, where storms, strong currents, and hidden reefs have sent thousands of vessels to their doom over the…
Gold and Silver Finish 2025 with Big Gains
Gold Hits Record HighsGold had a huge year in 2025, rising more than 60%. It reached a record $4,549 an ounce before slipping slightly after Christmas to about $4,330. Silver…
Eurostar Services Resume After Channel Tunnel Power Fault Causes Widespread Delays
Tunnel Breakdown Causes Travel Chaos Eurostar and Le Shuttle services between the UK and France are back to normal after a major Channel Tunnel disruption. On Tuesday, thousands of passengers…
