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UK urged to strengthen financial muscle of national wealth fund to aid economy
Unions, thinktanks, environmental groups and charities are urging the UK government to expand the National Wealth Fund (NWF) so it can invest more heavily in infrastructure, clean energy and regional economies. They argue that a stronger institution could help reduce energy bills, revive former industrial areas, create well-paid jobs and rebalance the economy, while remaining…
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‘It’s unrecognisable’: How being a tax haven has changed Jersey
Jersey’s low-tax, secretive financial model has attracted billionaires, multinational companies and a large offshore finance industry, making the island exceptionally wealthy. However, many residents feel excluded from that prosperity as living costs rise, housing becomes less affordable and food bank use increases, while Jersey’s reputation as a tax haven remains controversial. Finance generates about £4bn,…
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Patrick Clancy and Rachel Danis plan child after mistrial
Patrick Clancy and his new wife, Dr Rachel Danis, have announced they are starting a family together, approximately three-and-a-half years after his ex-wife Lindsay killed their three children in January 2023. The couple made the announcement in their first interview since Lindsay’s high-profile murder trial ended in a controversial mistrial earlier this month, with Patrick…
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Guy Gardner Is Back! Nathan Fillion Breaks Down His ‘Lanterns’ Debut and Why He’s the DC Universe’s Main Throughline
Actor Nathan Fillion returns to the DC Universe as Guy Gardner, the newly revealed Green Lantern in episode six of HBO Max’s “Lanterns,” after being absent from the first five episodes. Gardner assumes the ring following John Stewart’s decision to relinquish it, with Fillion explaining that the character serves as an important thread connecting the…
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Taylor Swift has savage celebration after Travis Kelce scores first touchdown of 2026 season
Travis Kelce scored his first touchdown of the 2026 season as the Kansas City Chiefs faced the Indianapolis Colts at Arrowhead Stadium. Taylor Swift, watching from a suite, celebrated by pointing to her wedding ring and shouting, “That’s my husband!”, in a moment captured by NBC. The touchdown followed a Chiefs turnover, with Patrick Mahomes…
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Lime data helps police fine cyclist over illegal Fleet Street ride
Lime used data from one of its hired e-bikes to help City of London Police identify a cyclist accused of riding illegally on Fleet Street and making an offensive gesture towards a pedestrian. The rider was fined for careless cycling at a police station and banned from using Lime’s e-bikes and e-scooters, in what was…
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Ukraine reportedly deploys new Pelican missile in major Moscow-region assault
Ukraine has reportedly used its newly developed Pelican FP-7 ballistic missile during a large-scale attack on Moscow, striking an oil refinery and other infrastructure in the Moscow region. President Volodymyr Zelensky said the operation demonstrated Ukraine’s growing long-range capabilities, while Moscow accused Kyiv of trying to disrupt Russia’s elections. Moscow mayor Sergei Sobyanin said more…
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Cowboys’ Cobie Durant gets stepped on in worst place possible during win over Commanders
The Dallas Cowboys beat the Washington Commanders 37–20 in an NFC East game, but cornerback Cobie Durant left after teammate Markquese Bell accidentally stepped on him while he was down in the end zone. The incident occurred during the second quarter, and Durant did not return. Durant joined Dallas on a one-year, $4 million deal…