Business

Business covers the companies, markets and economic forces shaping everyday life. From technology and energy to retail, finance and employment, it follows the decisions that influence investment, prices and growth.

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Seattle woman allegedly bitten on forehead in racist attack from stranger

September 27, 2026

A woman in downtown Seattle says a stranger attacked her after hurling racist and homophobic insults, including calling her “the inferior race”. Prosecutors allege the attacker pulled Diana Gonzalez to the ground and bit part of her forehead; the case has drawn attention because authorities initially considered it a hate crime, though the current charge…
Trafford’s Strong Debut Challenges Pickford; Tuchel Demands Maximum Intensity

September 27, 2026

James Trafford delivered an assured performance on his England debut against Spain in a Nations League opener, producing crucial saves that have cast doubt on Jordan Pickford’s long-held position as the team’s number one
Amazon reportedly set to sponsor Birmingham 2027 Invictus Games

September 27, 2026

Amazon is reportedly set to sponsor Prince Harry’s Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 in a major sponsorship deal. The arrangement comes as the event requires a £20 million cash injection to cover its costs, a significant challenge following aerospace company Boeing’s decision not to renew its sponsorship after the previous games two years ago. This development…
Bill Gates Urges Mandatory AI Safeguards to Combat Misuse and Exploitation

September 27, 2026

Bill Gates has advocated for mandatory safeguards and oversight mechanisms governing artificial intelligence systems, arguing that technology companies must embed controls to prevent exploitation by malicious actors. He
Kenny Loggins Shares the Surprisingly Simple Words He Wants on His Tombstone

September 27, 2026

Kenny Loggins says he would want the words “He told the truth” on his tombstone, reflecting the value he places on honesty in his life and songwriting. The comment comes as he looks back on his career in the documentary *Kenny Loggins: Conviction of the Heart*. Loggins, 78, said he had been wary of making…
Rihanna Shares Adorable New Photos & Videos of Daughter Rocki After 1st Birthday

September 27, 2026

Rihanna shared photos and videos of her daughter Rocki on Instagram after the child’s first birthday, offering fans a glimpse of family life. The post drew attention for playful moments, including Rocki wearing a wig and hair curlers, using her mother’s make-up and briefly crying when Rihanna took away a handbag. Rocki is Rihanna and…
Gates demands AI safeguards as wealthy flee UK

September 27, 2026

Bill Gates urges mandatory artificial intelligence safety rules as Britain faces a brain drain of wealthy citizens fleeing ahead of tax rises. A major US immigration enforcement operation has meanwhile netted over 400 arrests.
10 Fantasy Series That Are Perfect From Beginning to End, Ranked

September 27, 2026

The article ranks ten fantasy series it considers consistently strong from start to finish, arguing that the genre can sustain compelling television despite frequent budget and writing challenges. It highlights imaginative worlds, memorable characters and storytelling that rewards viewers’ attention. The supplied text describes three entries: *Shadow and Bone*, praised for its magic system, political…
Forgetting names and losing keys may signal something other than dementia

September 27, 2026

Forgetting a name or misplacing keys does not necessarily indicate dementia, experts say; stress, tiredness and lack of attention can make ordinary memory lapses more likely. Neuroscientist Tommy Wood says noticing a problem can be a reason to investigate and address its causes, rather than assume that cognitive decline is inevitable. Wood describes memory as…
BYD targets first solid-state battery car for 2027

September 27, 2026

BYD says it expects to introduce its first car with a solid-state battery in 2027, with executive Stella Li saying the company is well placed to commercialise the technology. The development matters because solid-state batteries could enable electric cars to travel further, charge faster and operate more safely than vehicles using conventional lithium-ion batteries. BYD…