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Cockroach milk and underwear studies win Ig Nobels at first ceremony held outside U.S.
Other research topics included milk from cockroaches, the evolutionary history of kissing and the science of blowing one's nose.
‘Much better than feared outcome’: Volkswagen shares jump 6% after revealing plan to reduce workforce by 50,000—and phasing out four factories
The cost cutting measures are aimed at confronting challenges which include Chinese competition and US tariffs.
‘A Storm of Cybercabs’: Musk launches steering-wheel-free taxis even as 70% of Americans say they’re uncomfortable with driverless cars
Tesla’s gold-colored taxis have no steering wheels or brake pedals—and give passengers no way to take control in an emergency.
Diesel’s record $5.85 per gallon price threatens higher grocery bills, with refrigerated foods among the first to feel the squeeze
Delivery companies have already added fees, while prolonged fuel costs could push up shelf prices for food, clothing and other goods
Civil rights groups call to halt South Africa’s data center boom over water and power use
The Equinix facility would require an estimated 160 megawatts of electricity, adding to scrutiny of South Africa’s expanding digital infrastructure
Who runs the labor market? Women accounted for 98% of U.S. job gains in August
The economy added 162,000 jobs, nearly triple forecasts, but the gains were unusually concentrated among women
From warning to listing: UK’s largest retail investment platform opens access to crypto ETNs
The U.K.'s largest retail investment platform, Hargreaves Lansdown, has reversed course following the FCA's decision to lift its retail ban on crypto ETPs in October.
U.S. Sheriff’s association shifts opposition stance to Clarity Act to 'neutral'
The law enforcement association said it has pivoted its position regarding the Clarity Act to neutral, months after it warned against a law it said would shield crypto crime.
Nigel Farage meeting a 'shadowy foreign donor'? It can only be another establishment stitch-up | Marina Hyde
The only thing more dodgy than Reform’s financial dealings is the egregious lunchtime combination of oysters, Guinness and champagneHow many sarcastic air quotes is too many for q…
Populism poses serious challenge to independent central banks, Bailey says
Bank of England governor says central bankers must explain decisions or risk being seen as ‘unrepresentative elite’The governor of the Bank of England has said the rise of populis…
Surprisingly strong US jobs figures fuel rate rise bets
The number of roles added to the US economy increased by 162,000 in August, almost triple the 56,000 forecast.
Revolut, OpenReserve get preliminary US bank approval with crypto plans
Revolut and OpenReserve received preliminary OCC approval to form US national banks, with both planning cryptocurrency and stablecoin-related services.
Token buybacks are booming. But are they good for crypto projects?
Crypto projects are spending hundreds of millions buying their own tokens. But are buybacks creating lasting value — or just making tokens look more valuable than they really are?
Mortgage Rates Today, Friday, September 4: A Little Lower
Mortgage interest rates are down today as markets mull the odds of a Fed rate hike.
UK petrol prices hit highest level since Iran war began
The price of unleaded hits 163p a litre, according to motoring group the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated.
Current price of oil as of September 4, 2026
When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.
US added 162,000 jobs in August, with unemployment rate holding steady
Number of new jobs being added has been fluctuating, with private companies adding 38,000 jobs in AugustThe US economy added 162,000 jobs in August, an uptick after a sluggish sum…
U.S. added stronger than expected 162,000 jobs in August as labor market bounced back
This morning's report will be key as the Fed considers whether to raise interest rates at its September policy meeting.
Morning Minute: Crypto Stages Major Rally on Rate Hopes
Bitcoin soared past $81k, HYPE and ZEC hit smashing new ATHs and the onchain rally leveled up. Is this the first stage of the next leg up?
IMF Now Says Donations Funded El Salvador's Bitcoin Growth
A year ago the fund claimed the total had not moved, and that the reserve was only shuffling coins between government wallets.
Nvidia’s $13 billion Hugging Face bet reveals Jensen Huang’s vision for the next AI battleground
The chipmaker's latest deal shows it is spending big on strategic position.
A storm destroyed her tea factory. One Canadian friend kept the business alive 2,300 miles away
Two businesswomen made a promise to each other, and after two years of support, the Asheville Tea Company in North Carolina will reopenWhen Jessie Dean and Alexandra Sangster met …
67,000 More Trezor Customers Exposed as Data Breach Widens
Some records exposed in the breach date to 2019, years beyond the 90-day retention Trezor said its partners had agreed to.
Kalshi US visits soar 1,500% as regulatory pressure mounts
Kalshi’s US web traffic climbed more than 1,500% in less than a year, while trading volume grew even faster and legal scrutiny of its sports contracts intensified.