BUSINESS

Inter Toronto's Tomasz Skublak went viral after promoting his real estate business during a goal celebration in their latest win.

McDonald's is phasing out self-serve soda fountains by 2032, ending the era of unlimited refills. This change is part of a modernisation strategy to streamline operations and adapt to consumer habits.

The 2026 Met Gala was marred by protests against Jeff Bezos' involvement, drawing attention to Amazon's practices and triggering a public relations crisis in the fashion world.

Protesters infiltrated the Met Gala with fake urine bottles to protest Jeff Bezos' involvement, referencing Amazon's alleged mistreatment of delivery drivers.

Anthropic partners with Wall Street firms in a $1.5B AI venture to integrate AI into private equity firms, reshaping finance and investing.

Voice actor Hunter Peterson's viral campaign drew $23M (£18M) in non-binding pledges to buy Spirit Airlines. Analysts say the effort has no path forward.

OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar advocates delaying the IPO to 2027 due to missed growth targets and $600 billion in infrastructure commitments, while CEO Sam Altman aims for a 2026 listing.

The article argues that slow buses in London are caused by road congestion, not ownership, and criticises Sadiq Khan's nationalisation plan as costly and ineffective.

Many US taxpayers assume an IRS filing extension to 15 October also delays their bill, but advisers warn that is a costly myth.

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol faces online backlash for calling a $9 coffee an 'affordable premium experience' while earning $96 million in his first year.

Apple is set to launch the iPhone 18 Pro series this September, featuring a foldable model and new colour options. Keynote dates are predicted for early September.

Sony reaches a $7.85 million settlement in a major antitrust lawsuit, potentially refunding millions of PlayStation users over inflated digital game prices on the PlayStation Store.

eBay stock surges as GameStop unveils a $56B move, sparking market shock. Investors question whether Ryan Cohen can deliver results.

The Living Wage for All Act aims to raise the US federal minimum wage to $25 by 2031 for large employers and 2038 for smaller businesses, tackling wage stagnation and rising living costs.

Warren Buffett's final investment in Alphabet yielded a 40% return in six months, highlighting his enduring market acumen as Berkshire Hathaway transitions under new CEO Greg Abel.

Ascend Airways has ceased operations due to unsustainable fuel costs, leaving staff jobless and raising concerns about the aviation sector's stability amid ongoing global fuel shortages.

US President Trump cancels whisky tariffs after King Charles' visit, signaling improved US-UK trade relations. The move is expected to benefit the Scotch whisky industry and ease trade tensions.

Public interest grows around JPMorgan executive Lorna Hajdini as questions over her private life and unverified allegations circulate online

Spirit Airlines is shutting down, risking travel disruptions and job losses. Major airlines prepare contingency plans, while ticket prices may rise without Spirit's competitive influence.

The Daily Wire undergoes layoffs and operational restructuring, impacting political reporters and shifting focus to new markets despite financial pressures.

As global trade policies shift, manufacturers are using AI tools like Gieni to quickly identify new customers and alternative suppliers amid rising tariffs and supply chain disruption.

Hershey's CEO attributes an 8% sales increase in Ice Breakers mints and gum to the side effects of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, highlighting an unexpected revenue driver.

Fuel prices are rising due to US-Iran tensions, affecting travel costs and airline operations. The UK government is monitoring the situation, while experts predict prolonged elevated costs.

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol has sparked a viral backlash after framing nine-dollar lattes as a 'splurge' experience during a high-stakes 2026 earnings call.

Sudeep Agarwal modernises legacy financial systems through gradual, low-risk improvements rather than disruptive overhauls. By focusing on resiliency, modular design, and stability under pressure, he ensures critical platforms like login and trading systems remain reliable even during peak stress.

Apple's fiscal Q2 saw record revenue driven by iPhone 17 demand and a 28 per cent sales surge in China, despite supply constraints. Tim Cook announces departure, with John Ternus as successor.

Tesla's direct sales model is disrupting traditional car dealerships, prompting fears of diminished roles as more automakers adopt this approach, reshaping the automotive industry's future.

Tesla begins mass production of its long-awaited Semi trucks at the Nevada facility, advancing electric freight transport with innovative features and scalable manufacturing.

HMRC is sending 1.5 million letters to parents, urging them to confirm their teenager's education plans to continue receiving Child Benefit beyond age 16.