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Meta becomes latest firm to say its AI hacked another company

Meta is the latest company to disclose an AI agent breach, raising cyber-security concerns.

Winemakers prosper but veg farms wilt in the drought

Growers in the West of England search for new crops to grow in a changing climate.

Cashing in on SpaceX: 'Every chance I get, I'll sell a little more'

Andre Lavoie joined SpaceX in 2009 as an engineer, designing the pressure tanks that help power its rocket. He was paid partly in stock - a common trade-off at start-ups as a hiring incentive.

Moderna wins U.S. FDA approval for first mRNA-based flu vaccine

Today is the deadline the FDA set itself to issue a verdict on the first mRNA-based seasonal influenza vaccine in American history — but adults 50 and older who are hoping to switch to Moderna's mFlusiva for the coming …

Australia trade swings to June surplus, beats forecasts as exports rebound

Australia’s trade balance recorded a surplus of A$1,929 million in June, according to official data released today, defying market expectations of a A$1,100 million deficit. The surprise surplus, driven by stronger-than…

Meta says AI model accessed the internet and hacked another firm

Facebook owner Meta says an issue during an evaluation by an independent testing company allowed one of its artificial intelligence (AI) models to connect to the internet and hack another organisation's system.

Iran says deal with Oman on Strait of Hormuz is in final stages

Iran says it has reached an agreement with Oman on a route for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

'I've had to Botox my CV': Are AI recruitment tools affecting women's careers?

Are AI recruitment tools disadvantaging women who are seeking to return to the workplace?

US beef prices have soared but farmers aren't making more money

With US beef prices soaring to record highs, you might think that South Dakota cattle rancher Eric Gropper would be celebrating.

Shorts, strappy tops and sandals: Can my boss tell me what to wear in summer?

Yet another summer heatwave could be on the way to make your commute sweaty and your workplace stuffy.

Our AI knew it: +200%, these stocks smashed earnings and keep surging higher

Last week, Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) company Alphabet (GOOGL) reported financial results that smashed Wall Street expectations. Total revenue jumped to ~$120 billion, representing a 24% year-over-year increase. Meanwhile, ear…

Infantino sorry for errors but stays Fifa president

Gianni Infantino has apologised for "errors" he made in controversial plans to sell off stakes in competitions to private investors, but will remain Fifa president after receiving the backing of senior executives in a m…

US Construction Spending Exposes a Deepening Investment Divide

New Delhi: “We’ve become used to it – the constant headaches, the breathing problems,” says Mohammad Irfan, an e-rickshaw driver in Rohini, Delhi, summing up the fatigue many feel as the Air Quality Index (AQI) oscillat…

Trump administration pays back $100bn in 'Liberation Day' tariffs to businesses

US President Donald Trump's administration has paid back $100bn (£78bn) in "Liberation Day" tariff refunds to businesses through customs officials.

US Service Sector Remains Robust, but Hiring Weakness Persists

As anticipated in our last global economic outlook, elections around the world have driven notable policy changes that altered the trajectories of inflation, borrowing costs, currency values, and trade and capital flows…

Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariff refunds hit $100bn

Donald Trump's administration has paid back $100bn (£78bn) in "Liberation Day" tariff refunds to businesses through US customs officials.

Bellring earnings missed by $0.07, revenue topped estimates

Oil prices turn lower as Bessent says U.S. may have Iran deal "today or tomorrow"

U.S. services sector growth edges higher in July - ISM

August 4, 2026, 3:46 AM EDT. LIC shares dropped almost 9% after the government launched an offer for sale (OFS) of up to a 6.5% stake, setting a floor price of Rs 382, representing an 11% discount from the prior closing…

Disney agrees deal to let TikTokers use its films and TV shows in videos

Disney and TikTok have agreed a deal which will allow creators to use clips from Disney films, including its subsidiaries, in their videos.

Deutsche Bank Thinks the Next Market Accident May Begin as a Non-Event

You've probably noticed that many people are saying we're in an AI bubble. "OpenAI's Sam Altman sees AI bubble forming," CNBC reports. "Fears of an AI bubble are growing," NBC News states. "AI Is the Bubble to Burst The…

Prioritise new jobs over green targets to win public contracts, firms told

Andy Burnham will tell firms bidding for public contracts to prove they are creating jobs rather than meeting green and social targets in a bid to get more people into work.

SpaceX shares sink after first earnings report reveals huge AI spending plans

Vegetables to get smaller and more expensive due to hot weather, farmers warn

This year's harvest could be the worst on record as farmers warn the exceptionally dry spring and summer could lead to "shrinkflation" in UK supermarkets.

UK services sector returns to growth in July

The UK's economy returned to growth in May, but the expansion was modest as businesses were affected by the impact of the Iran war.