Motorists in the UK are now paying the highest prices for petrol and diesel since October 2022, with the average cost of a litre increasing significantly in the last month. This rise is attributed to sustained elevated oil prices and the weakening of sterling against the US dollar.
Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), operators of the Truth Social platform, announced a new premium service offering instant access to 'market-moving' social posts for institutional investors and hedge funds. This initiative aims to monetise content and provide a direct channel for financial professionals seeking real-time information from influential users.
A White House teleprompter operator faces accusations of using advance knowledge of presidential speeches to profit from betting markets, reportedly accumulating nearly $100,000.
Andy Burnham's prospective administration intends to discontinue the proposed digital identity system, shifting its policy focus to address the ongoing cost of living crisis affecting the UK populace. A spokesperson indicated the government's intention to concentrate on immediate public needs.
