eBay has agreed to a $56 million settlement with a Massachusetts couple, David and Ina Steiner, who were subjected to an extensive harassment campaign by former company executives. The settlement concludes a prolonged legal battle stemming from the executives' efforts to silence the Steiners' critical newsletter.
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee is expected to maintain the benchmark interest rate at 3.75% for a fourth consecutive meeting, as a US-Iran peace deal mitigates earlier fears of significant energy price shocks. While UK inflation remains above target, the recent agreement, which promises the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, has led to a drop in oil prices.
Reform UK has unveiled a policy to introduce a graduated levy on companies employing foreign nationals, aiming to reduce employer National Insurance contributions for British workers. The party asserts this measure will incentivise firms to prioritise British labour and address unemployment.
