Record 3.6 Million People at High Risk of Developing Diabetes: Daily Express Warns of “Ticking Time Bomb” in UK HealthOn Thursday, national newspapers are abuzz with the latest headlines, and Sky News is here to bring you the top stories.The Daily Express reports on a
Danish Food Agency Recalls Spicy Ramen Noodles Due to Risk of “Acute Poisoning”The Danish Food Agency has issued a recall for three South Korean spicy instant ramen noodle products, warning consumers that they are so hot they may cause “acute poisoning”. The affected products are
An independent investigation has been launched into the accounting software used by the Post Office prior to the implementation of the Horizon system. The investigation, conducted by risk advisory and financial solutions company Kroll, will examine the system known as Capture that was used in
UK Economy Flatlines in April, Seized on by Critics as Evidence of Conservative Plan’s FailureThe UK economy experienced zero growth in April, according to official figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This marks a significant decline from the 0.4% growth recorded in
Former Cala Group co-owner joins bidding for UK’s top privately owned housebuilderPatron Capital Partners, previously a majority stakeholder in Cala Group, has emerged as a contender in the race to acquire the renowned British housebuilding company. The bidding process, which is being led by financial
Prosper, a wealthtech company founded by Nick Perrett and Ricky Knox, formerly of Tandem Bank, has successfully reached its £800,000 Crowdcube target before its official launch to the public on Wednesday, June 12th, 2024.In a statement, Prosper’s CEO Nick Perrett expressed gratitude for the early
BW FILE PHOTOBy Luisa Maria Jacinta C. Jocson, ReporterTHE PESO WEAKNESS could impact the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) policy easing cycle even after inflation has settled within target for a sixth straight month in May, analysts said.“The recent weakness of the Philippine peso poses
Several Chinese who illegally worked at a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) were deported by the Philippine government in this photo taken in February. — PHILIPPINE STAR/EDD GUMBANBy Kyle Aristophere T. Atienza, ReporterTHE STRONG PRESENCE of offshore gambling operators complicates the Philippines’ efforts against dirty
PRESIDENT FERDINAND R. MARCOS, JR. — PHILIPPINE STAR/KJ ROSALESPHILIPPINE PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. on Wednesday said inflation remains a major concern for his government.“It remains unfortunately our greatest problem that is brought by forces that we cannot control,” Mr. Marcos said at an annual
The sunset is seen from Paranaque City, March 7. The World Bank projects Philippine economic growth to average 5.8% in this year. — PHILIPPINE STAR/RUSSELL PALMAWASHINGTON — The World Bank on Tuesday said the US economy’s stronger-than-expected performance has prompted it to lift its 2024
WEST ZONE concessionaire Maynilad Water Services, Inc. has started preparations for an initial public offering (IPO), aiming for a listing by 2026 at the earliest, the company’s president said.“It has to happen on or before January of 2027, so we’re looking at anywhere between after
MANILA Electric Co. (Meralco) said it has started the bidding process for 600 megawatts (MW) of baseload power supply to meet energy requirements from 2025 onwards.The company launched the competitive bidding process aimed at securing a 15-year power supply agreement, scheduled to start on Aug.