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UAE refers poultry market group to prosecutors over alleged price-fixing

The UAE’s Ministry of Economy and Tourism has referred a group accused of monopolistic practices in the poultry market to the Federal Public Prosecution for investigation and legal action.In a statement issued on Sunday, the ministry said the move came after confirming the group’s involvement in exploiting current exceptional circumstances and colluding to fix prices.It said the case involved manipulation of poultry prices and unjustified increases, in violation of the Competition Law and Consum...

Hong Kong urged to be more proactive in removing barriers with Shenzhen

Hong Kong should take a more proactive approach to removing barriers hindering the cross-border flow of people, capital, goods and data with neighbouring Shenzhen, analysts have said, as the new leadership of the mainland China tech hub signals a fresh push for deeper integration. The calls for action followed the appointment of Jin Lei, an economist and former official in Sichuan province, as Shenzhen’s Communist Party chief last month, succeeding Meng Fanli, who has since been named the...

China’s Orient Securities Deal to Create $86 Billion Brokerage

Two Shanghai government‑backed brokerages plan to merge in a deal that will create a firm with around $86 billion in assets, underscoring China’s push to consolidate the securities industry as it seeks to build world‑class investment banks.

Elon Musk’s 4-word warning to Europe as birth rates predicted to hit record low

Elon Musk has issued a stark warning to European leaders regarding a projected population collapse, with the EU potentially losing 53 million people by 2100. This decline is driven by a record-low fertility rate of 1.3 children per woman. Musk emphasized the critical importance of children for the future of civilization.

Vodafone incentivised security staff to fine its own franchisees

Shopkeepers charged millions of pounds, including alleged £10,000 penalty for mistake that cost firm £7.08Vodafone incentivised its security staff to increase “clawbacks” levied on its own franchisees, as part of a programme that led to the telecoms group fining its own shopkeepers millions of pounds for seemingly small administrative errors.The policy – which included one alleged case of a £10,000 penalty for a franchisee whose mistake cost Vodafone £7.08 – involved setting “key performance ind...

معاون وزیر کار: جنگ منجر به از دست رفتن بیش از یک میلیون شغل شده است

غلامحسین محمدی، معاون وزیر کار و رییس سازمان آموزش فنی‌وحرفه‌ای کشورگفت: «طبق برآوردهای اولیه، جنگ منجر به از دست رفتن بیش از یک میلیون شغل و بیکاری مستقیم و غیرمستقیم دو میلیون نفر شده است.»

The surprising capital cities where Aussie house prices are shrinking while the market is red hot in other states

The surprising capital cities where Aussie house prices are shrinking while the market is red hot in other statesProperty value has decreased in Melbourne and SydneyBoth recorded downturns for the first time since 2020READ MORE: Photo exposes alarming truth about Australia's property market By ASHLEY NICKEL, NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 10:33, 19 April 2026 | Updated: 10:33, 19 April 2026 e-mail View comments

California oil stocks fall to record lows as Hormuz disruption bites

InternationalCalifornia oil stocks fall to record lows as Hormuz disruption bitesBy Reuters -Apr 19, 2026NEW YORK: California’s oil inventories have declined ​to record lows as fuel prices have surged nationwide amid the war in Iran, and analysts warn that the full effect of supply disruptions tied to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has yet to hit the Golden State. Motorists in California as of Thursday were paying an average of $5.86 a gallon, highest in the U.S., far above the $4.09-per-ga...

LPG Consumption Fall: भारत में घटी LPG खपत... 13% की गिरावट, Hormuz टेंशन का असर

LPG Consumption Fall LPG Hormuz

Reform UK’s Richard Tice allegedly failed to pay £100,000 in corporation tax

Deputy leader ran shell companies that reportedly did not pay tax on profits from 2020 to 2022, during which time his firm donated £1.1m to partyRichard Tice allegedly failed to pay almost £100,000 in corporation tax to the benefit of his investment company, which in turn made donations to Reform UK, it has been reported.In response to the report in the Sunday Times, the deputy leader of Reform UK posted a lengthy statement on X, in which he said: “A long career with multiple businesses is bound...

Iran war impact: India's growth stays firm at 6.8%; oil shocks threaten US outlook

India's economy shows resilience amidst global turmoil. SBI Research projects strong GDP growth between 6.8% and 7.1% for FY27. The nation navigates oil shocks from a position of strength. Domestic fundamentals provide a buffer. Potential risks like Super El Nino are noted. Inflation is expected at 4.5% with fiscal deficit around 4.5-4.6%.

More jobs for the elderly: Shanghai eyes senior labour force amid China demographic crisis

Qiu has been scouring Shanghai’s labour agencies for a job for her 58-year-old father – a former mechanic from neighbouring Jiangsu province caught in a frustrating limbo. While he is still years away from the official retirement age for rural migrants, his struggle to find work underscores a paradox in China’s financial hub: even as the city desperately needs more workers to counter a shrinking population, ageing jobseekers are being met with high fees and physical exhaustion. His search...

Stressed paramedic started selling ice cream in lockdown, and makes £60k

Stressed paramedic started selling ice cream in lockdown, and makes £60kJames now works as a paramedic and an ice cream manCommentsNewsNeil Shaw Assistant Editor (Money and Lifestyle)08:46, 19 Apr 2026View 5 ImagesJames Shemmeld owns an ice cream businessA paramedic has revealed he makes £60,000 from his ice cream van side hustel - which he started to releive the stress of his day job. James Shemmeld, 46, now runs four ice cream vans which combined make an average of £60,000-a-year.‌This is on t...

Gold Rate Today, April 19: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices on Akshay Tritiya

Today's 18, 22 and 24 Carat Gold Prices in Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Delhi: Check gold prices on Akshay Tritya.

India’s LPG consumption drops 13% in March amid Middle East supply disruptions

India's cooking gas use plunged 13% in March, hit by Middle East conflict-induced supply snags. While household needs were prioritized, commercial LPG consumption saw a drastic drop. Domestic production was boosted to compensate for import disruptions, though overall fiscal year LPG demand still grew. Jet fuel demand remained flat, but petrol and diesel consumption showed strength.

मोची का बैंक खाता और 80 करोड़ का टर्नओवर... इलेक्ट्रिशियन और दुकानदार वाले साइबर गैंग की कहानी

Alcohol, cigarettes... and fuel: Why an essential commodity is one of the most heavily taxed purchases in Australia - and how drivers are slugged TWICE at the bowser as government 'double dips'

Alcohol, cigarettes... and fuel: Why an essential commodity is one of the most heavily taxed purchases in Australia - and how drivers are slugged TWICE at the bowser as government 'double dips'Tax is paid multiple times on fuel imported into AustraliaThe cost of tax is almost equivalent to production cost READ MORE: Pete Hegseth's warning to Iran the US is 'locked and loaded'By ASHLEY NICKEL, NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 08:24, 19 April 2026 | Updated: 08:28, 19 April 2026 e-mail 1 View c...

Bank Holidays April 2026 India: Banks closed up to 3 days next week. Full list

Bank Holidays April India Banks closed up to days next week Full list

Akshaya Tritiya Gold Buying: अक्षय तृतीया पर खरीद रहे Gold, पहले जान लें ये खास बातें, फायदे में रहेंगे

Akshaya Tritiya Gold Buying Gold

'With four jobs in London I couldn't afford rent so I'm going to Manchester'

'With four jobs in London I couldn't afford rent so I'm going to Manchester'Just nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleMeghan OwenLondon work and money correspondentBBCLauren Elcock is leaving London because her rent is too expensive"I'm a born-and-bred Londoner but I'm leaving because I can't afford it. I'm being driven out of my own home."Lauren Elcock, 31, who is struggling to pay £850 a month for her room in a shared rental in north-east Lond...