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Planning application for Inverness Campus Marks Final Phase
Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has submitted an application for planning permission in principle to make way for the second and final phase of development at Inverness Campus. Most of the development in the proposals is for commercial floorspace, with other elements including hotel and academic space.
Today
China has identified how to fight back against Trump's tariffs, and is not ready to back down
US ports are now starting to see scheduled shipments from China decline as the result of Donald Trump's 145% tariffs on Chinese goods. The port of Los Angeles, the biggest port for Chinese goods in the US, is predicting scheduled shipments in early May to be about a third lower than the same time last year.
Today
British businesses celebrated in third year of The King's Awards for Enterprise
The recipients of The King's Awards for Enterprise have been announced today, celebrating the achievements of leading businesses from across the UK and Channel Islands. 197 recipients announced in The King's Awards for Enterprise - the UK's most prestigious business awards.Today
Neoliberal economics is based on absurd assumptions and fantasies
Neoliberalism has dominated economics and politics for 45 years, despite being based on nothing more than myths, falsehoods, and fantasies that should have discredited the cult promoting it long ago..
Today
How Trump's tariffs could hit developing economies - even those not involved in the trade war
The world has witnessed a resurgence of protectionism since Donald Trump returned to the White House. So-called "reciprocal" tariffs, imposed on all US trading partners at varying degrees based on the tax they charge on American goods, have been one of the hallmark features of Trump's economic policy.Today
AI is inherently ageist - That's not just unethical - it can be costly for workers and businesses
The world is facing a "silver tsunami" - an unprecedented ageing of the global workforce. By 2030, more than half of the labour force in many EU countries will be aged 50 or above.
Today
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) | Google AI Essentials
This video is a preview of Module 1 in Google AI Essentials, available on Coursera. In this module, you'll discover how AI works and explore foundational AI concepts, such as machine learning (ML).
Yesterday
America Imploding - Evictions are Exploding! Cost of living is too high!
The cost of living crisis is rising! The eviction crisis is here in 2025!.
Yesterday
‘Quiet escalation' of tariffs on everyday goods and autos take effect. What does it mean for you? - Americans
In an exclusive interview with NBC News "Meet the Press" moderator Kristen Welker, President Trump hinted that he would be okay with a recession if it meant achieving his long term economic goals. New York Times Chief White House Correspondent Peter Baker and Axios senior economics reporter Courtenay Brown join Alex Witt to break down the latest developments in Trump's economic plan..
Yesterday
The world's national debt is great news for the wealthy - whatever they like to claim
The world has national debt of more than $100 trillion - and the income from that goes to the world's wealthiest people more than anyone else. Is there anything remotely fair about that? .
Yesterday
Thousands of veterans to benefit from new UK-wide support network
Veterans across the UK will have easier access to essential care and support under a new VALOUR system being announced today, as part of the Government's commitment to renew the nation's contract with those who have served through the Plan for Change. As nation prepares to celebrate VE Day, the Government announces new UK-wide veteran support system, called VALOUR.Yesterday
US Port Update - May 4, 2025 | Trade Wars: Port of Los Angeles Says Imports are Dropping
In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — updates the situation with US ports as of May 4, 2025, and reviews an interview with Gene Seroka, the executive director of the Port of Los Angeles with Bloomberg TV..
Yesterday
The Harsh Truth About the UK Economy
A look at recent development in UK economy, borrowing higher than expected, confidence at all time low. Oil prices falling because of fears of global recession.
4/5/2025
Government's tech reform to transform cancer diagnosis in England
Cancer 360 brings patient data into one central system, so clinicians can prioritise those most in need and see patients quicker. Millions of patients to receive faster cancer diagnosis, helping slash treatment delays as ground-breaking new tech rolled out on NHS as part of major reform to health service For first time, all NHS trusts will have access to technology that brings key patient information together so medical teams can easily spot those in need of urgent attention.4/5/2025
Could the two-party, Labour and Tory-dominated, political system be over?
Labour's been knocked for six. The Tories face oblivion.
4/5/2025
Will Reform Change Scottish Politics In The Hamilton Bi-election?
The candidates contesting the Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse by-election have been confirmed. The ballot on 5 June is being held following the death in March of local MSP and Scottish government minister Christina McKelvie.4/5/2025
Politicians are creating a world where people see no future. What politics led us to this situation?
Young people, most especially, are struggling to find reasons for hope in the world neoliberal politics has created, and who can blame them?.
4/5/2025
Prices up, hiring down - businesses struggle against policy changes
Scottish businesses are raising prices and hiring fewer staff in response to growing financial pressures as a result of the increase in employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs), according to the Fraser of Allander Institute at the University of Strathclyde. The latest edition of its quarterly Scottish Business Monitor revealed that almost nine out of 10 of 250 businesses surveyed in March anticipate higher business costs over the next six months, while 80% expect Scottish economic growth to remain "very weak to weak" The report also found that eight out of 10 businesses report increased payroll costs as a result of the rise in employer NICs with many adapting to this through a combination of strategies: cutting back on hiring or cancelling increases in their workforce, adding the extra costs on to prices, and reducing employee benefits and compensation packages.
4/5/2025
The relationship between NHS waiting lists and health-related benefit claims
Have increases in NHS waiting lists and waiting times contributed to the growing number of people claiming working-age health-related benefits?. In recent years, there has been a large increase in health-related benefit claims in England, the underlying causes of which are still not well understood.
3/5/2025
StormShroud electronic warfare drones provide RAF extra dimension
A fleet of new electronic warfare drones known as StormShroud has come into operation, providing an extra warfighting dimension for the RAF. The uncrewed air systems were procured and delivered by DE&S in less than six months and will deliver high-tech signal jammers to disrupt enemy radar at long range.
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