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A fatal incident at Six Flags Over Georgia has prompted the closure of nine similar rides while police investigate the death and the company faces financial scrutiny.

Limassol-based entrepreneur and investor Alexey Gubarev, one of the founders of the TechIsland association, argues that small countries such as Cyprus will keep their place on Europe's startup map only if they stop competing for company registrations and start competing for founders.

ING will stop accepting new applications for Savings Maximiser on 1 December 2026, although existing customers can keep their accounts and continue earning interest under current conditions.

Netflix is cutting 1,000 jobs as YouTube and TikTok intensify the fight for viewers, putting subscriber engagement and future growth under scrutiny.

Diesel supplies could remain tight well into 2027, the IEA warns, as record margins aid some refiners while crude and shipping costs squeeze others.

OCC report finds nine major US banks had policies that may have restricted services based on political or religious views and lawful business activities.

A Harvard study found men were more likely to claim knowledge of fictional AI figures, while the gender gap in factual understanding was relatively small.

Eight US states have sued OpenAI, alleging that ChatGPT exposed young users to dangerous interactions and that the company misled families about its safety.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says treating AI chatbots as religious authorities or replacing human judgement with them could pose a safety risk.

CVS will pay $315 million to settle US claims over opioid 'trinity' prescriptions, as former pharmacy chief Helena Foulkes runs for Rhode Island governor.

Google co-founder Sergey Brin gives $102M to oppose California's Proposition 40 billionaire tax, which could leave him with an estimated $13B bill.

US inflation rose to 3.7% in September as petrol prices jumped 34.2% over the year and real hourly earnings fell for a third month.

Twitch and Kick streamer Asmongold says he rejected gambling sponsorship offers worth more than $20 million, arguing that such promotions can harm viewers financially.

This guide reviews 10 Istanbul hospitals and clinics for prospective rhinoplasty patients, while explaining consultation questions, surgical techniques, recovery, costs, breathing concerns and revision procedures.

Israeli food-tech company Steakholder Foods has launched 3D-printed, plant-based salmon and white fish patties in the north-eastern US, but the packaging does not disclose the manufacturing method.

The EEOC is suing Kroger-owned Fred Meyer, alleging it denied pregnancy accommodations and fired two employees at a Washington store in violation of federal law.

Six Flags shares hit a 17-year low after a fatal incident in Georgia, as merger debt, losses and the temporary closure of nine rides deepen pressure on the operator.

When comparing personal loans, borrowers should assess the effective interest rate, fees, repayment term and total amount repayable rather than relying on the advertised rate alone.

War-related energy and shipping disruptions are increasing costs for banana producers, while higher fertiliser prices and expiring supply contracts could eventually push up supermarket prices.

Bank of America admitted to wilfully breaking US anti-money laundering law as the Treasury hit it with a $1.2 billion penalty over suspicious transactions tied to foreign laundering networks.

Bank of America faces over $1.21 billion in US penalties after regulators found anti-money laundering failures and delayed reporting of suspicious activity.

Bill Gates said he would accept $20B in tax but questioned a $100B bill as Elizabeth Warren renewed her push for a wealth tax on billionaires.

The IMF has warned that AI could affect 40% of jobs worldwide, potentially reducing entry-level opportunities for graduates even as investment in the technology supports global growth.

CFTC staff reportedly flagged a $580 million oil trade before Trump's Iran policy reversal, but an adviser ordered the insider-trading referral withdrawn.

Kroger plans to cut 3,000 corporate jobs over three years, affecting about 37% of its corporate workforce, as it reduces overheads and faces Walmart and Aldi.

Jeff Bezos defends billionaires against claims that wealth makes them villains, while acknowledging America's housing affordability crisis and economic pressures.

This guide compares five AI software tools for home service businesses, covering call handling, scheduling, reviews, job documentation and sales coaching, alongside pricing and selection advice.

Red diesel can now run on American highways under federal rules, but drivers may owe the levy later. See where it remains illegal and what a GasBuddy analyst warns.

US and European regulators are intensifying scrutiny of banks' AI use, focusing on autonomous systems, cyber recovery, third-party providers and threats to financial stability.