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McDonald’s UK boss says ‘hard to do business’ but will keep investing in workers
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Court upholds Texas law requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms
Local News Federal appeals court upholds Texas law requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms By S.E. Jenkins S.E. Jenkins Digital Content Producer, CBS Texas S.E. Jenkins is a digital content producer for CBS Texas and the South region. Read Full Bio S.E. Jenkins Updated on: April 21, 2026 / 8:56 PM EDT / CBS Texas Add CBS News on Google The Texas law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments in each classroom has been upheld by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, according to an o...
Key moments at Kevin Warsh's confirmation hearing for Fed chair
Kevin Warsh, President Trump's nominee to replace outgoing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, faced tense questioning from senators at his confirmation hearing on Tuesday. Here are some of the most notable exchanges.
'Deluded' Reeves insists she has the right plan despite 250,000 job losses among under-35s and living standards falling even before Iran war
'Deluded' Reeves insists she has the right plan despite 250,000 job losses among under-35s and living standards falling even before Iran warBy JOHN-PAUL FORD ROJAS, DEPUTY BUSINESS EDITOR and EMILY HAWKINS Updated: 23:15, 21 April 2026 e-mail 18 View comments
Hotpot, bubble tea and sportswear: China's new exports take on the world
Hotpot, bubble tea and sportswear: China's new exports take on the worldJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleSuranjana TewariAsia Business Correspondent, SingaporeGetty ImagesMixue has more outlets than McDonald's and StarbucksStep into pretty much any shopping mall in Singapore and you're likely to find queues snaking outside shops with catchy names and bright-coloured branding. Chinese brands like Chagee, Molly Tea and Mixue are drawing crowds – not just in Asia, but incre...
Oil Traders Say Billion-Barrel Hole Will Linger Long After War
The impact of the Iran war will continue for months even after any deal to restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, the world’s largest oil traders have warned. Some said flows through the waterway may never return to normal. Speaking at the FT Commodities Global Summit in Lausanne, executives at some of the world’s largest oil traders warned that the rewiring of the oil market would take months even if a peace deal is agreed soon. The market is not fully reflecting the impact of the massi...
Hormuz shock: Middle East war may redraw global energy routes — IEA
The Middle East conflict and the disruption around the Strait of Hormuz are shaking confidence in the world’s most important oil chokepoint, according to International Energy Agency chief Fatih Birol. He warned that even if the waterway reopens quickly, the oil market will not simply snap back to normal, because restoring output, shipping flows and investment will take time.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz handles a huge share of seaborne crude and fuels, so any prolonged disruption can ripple...
Trump’s approval rating on economy drops amid inflation and Iran conflict
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsTrump’s approval rating on economy drops amid inflation and Iran conflictEven within his own party, confidence in his leadership appears to be waningJosh Boak, Jesse Bedayn & Linley SanderTuesday 21 April 2026 23:02 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":true,"showBookm...
QVC Was Slow To The Shift, And Now It’s Costly To Catch Up
BusinessRetailQVC Was Slow To The Shift, And Now It’s Costly To Catch UpByKate Hardcastle,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. AKA The Customer Whisperer: advisor, broadcaster, Science of ShoppingFollow AuthorApr 21, 2026, 06:02pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.When Dolly Parton joined QVC for a special evening in 2014, it showed just how powerful the channel ha...
Intuitive Surgical Raises 2026 Outlook, Buoyed by US, Europe
Intuitive Surgical Inc. raised its fiscal 2026 outlook for use of its flagship surgical robotic system and reported first-quarter results that beat expectations, lifted by growing usage in the US and Europe.
CFPB ends some lending industry antidiscrimination requirements
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) on Tuesday ended some lending industry antidiscrimination requirements that have long protected different demographics’ access to credit, loans and home ownership. Under the newly approved rule, lenders are no longer required to adhere to the 1974 Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA).  The law prevented disparate impact discrimination, which occurs…
Bitcoin Gains on Institutional Demand as DeFi Crisis Exposes Structural Risks
Tetouan – Bitcoin moved higher in recent trading, rising about 2 percent to briefly cross the $76,000 mark before trimming some of its gains. The increase reflects renewed momentum in the market, supported in part by large-scale corporate purchases that continue to shape price direction. The latest push came after an announcement by Michael Saylor, founder of Strategy, confirming that the company had acquired more than 34,000 bitcoins over the past few days. Valued at approximately $2.54 billion...
Bad News For Consumers: Here's Why An Economist Predicts Even Higher Prices After Tariff Refunds
BusinessBad News For Consumers: Here's Why An Economist Predicts Even Higher Prices After Tariff RefundsByForbesTV,Forbes Staff.Follow AuthorApr 21, 2026, 05:24pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Back in February, President Donald Trump’s trade agenda suffered a major blow when the Supreme Court struck down the majority of his tariffs. Now, the Trump administration has to refund the $166 billion collect...
Morocco Expands Aerospace Industry With Pratt & Whitney Casablanca Plant
Casablanca – Pratt & Whitney Canada has opened a new manufacturing facility in Nouaceur’s Midparc industrial zone, expanding its footprint in Morocco as the country continues to attract major aerospace investment. Spanning 130,000 square feet, the site will produce detailed static and structural machined parts for the company’s aircraft engines, including the widely used PT6 family. It is expected to create around 200 jobs by 2030. The move adds production capacity at a time when demand for...
Two UK tickets win more than £41 million share of EuroMillions jackpot
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Trader Joe's customers to get payouts under $7.4 million settlement
Consumer Trader Joe's customers to get payouts under $7.4 million settlement. See if you qualify. By Carlos E. Castañeda Carlos E. Castañeda Senior Editor, News & Social Media Carlos E. Castañeda is a senior editor of news and social media for CBS Bay Area. Read Full Bio Carlos E. Castañeda Updated on: April 21, 2026 / 5:19 PM EDT / CBS San Francisco Add CBS News on Google Some Trader Joe's customers will receive a payout after the grocery chain reached a legal se...
I'm selling all 70 of my buy-to-lets - and buying a boat: Former Royal Navy man says landlords are being forced out of the rental market
I'm selling all 70 of my buy-to-lets - and buying a boat: Former Royal Navy man says landlords are being forced out of the rental marketBy ED MAGNUS, SENIOR THIS IS MONEY REPORTER Updated: 22:07, 21 April 2026 e-mail 1 View comments
UK Euromillions ticket-holders scoop more than £41m each in huge jackpot wins
UK Euromillions ticket-holders scoop more than £41m each in huge jackpot winsA £126million jackpot was up for the grabs in the EuroMillions draw this evening and two lucky UK players have matched seven numbers to scoop more than £41million eachCommentsNewsChristopher Mallett21:58, 21 Apr 2026Updated 22:23, 21 Apr 2026View ImageTwo UK ticket-holders have won the EuroMillions(Image: AFP via Getty Images)Two UK ticket-holders have each won more than £41 million in Tuesday’s EuroMillions jackpot, Na...
Morocco Industry Sees 41% Female Workforce, Outpacing Global Peers
Casablanca – Women now make up a significant share of Morocco’s industrial workforce, placing the country ahead of several major economies. Women account for 41% of the workforce, according to a study presented during the first edition of the International Women in Industry Day, organized by the Ministry of Industry and Trade in partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization. This figure puts Morocco ahead of countries like France at 30%, the US at 28.7%, and the UK at 2...
DOJ investigating meatpacking companies after Trump price manipulation allegations
The antitrust division at the Department of Justice (DOJ) is investigating whether large meatpackers engaged in criminal anti-competitive conduct, according to multiple reports. Bloomberg reported, citing people with knowledge of the matter, that DOJ lawyers are investigating Cargill, JBS, National Beef and Tyson Foods. Cargill and Tyson are based in the U.S., while JBS is…