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Bike Riders Get Another Relief After Petrol Subsidy
ISLAMABAD: In a move to facilitate bike riders seeking the government’s petrol subsidy, the motorcycle transfer fee has been completely waived in the federal capital, ARY News reported. Director General (DG) Excise Irfan Memon announced that the government has abolished the transfer fee to provide financial relief to the masses. The primary goal of this measure is to remove administrative hurdles for citizens who need to qualify for the national petrol subsidy program. DG Memon further explained...
Pakistan orders 8pm market shutdown amid fuel crisis
Dubai: Pakistan has ordered early closure of markets and shopping malls across most of the country as surging fuel costs linked to the Middle East conflict force urgent energy-saving measures.The decision, reported by Geo News, was taken at a high-level meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday.Under the new rules, markets, shopping malls, departmental stores and other retail outlets will close at 8pm from April 7 in all provinces except Sindh, according to an official statemen...
McEwen Copper in Talks With Lenders to Fund Argentina Project
McEwen Copper Inc. is in talks with global lenders as it seeks financing for its $4 billion Los Azules project in Argentina, a potential step toward bringing one of the country’s largest undeveloped deposits into production.
Argentina Looks to Global Debt Markets to Finance Energy Boom
Argentina’s corporate borrowers are turning to global debt markets with a different goal this year — funding an energy-driven expansion rather than patching up balance sheets battered by years of crisis.
UK paid over $1 billion in benefits to dead people – Telegraph
The Department for Work and Pensions wasted millions of pounds due to delayed death notifications and administrative errors, according to an investigation Britain’s welfare department has paid out £850 million (over $1.1 billion) in benefits to dead people over the past four years in a massive government blunder, The Telegraph has reported. Since 2021, the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) made approxi...
Hearts and Celtic given potential final-day title decider
Heart of Midlothian and Celtic face a potential, final-day title decider in Glasgow on Saturday, 16 May after the Scottish Professional Football League announced the Premiership's post-split fixtures.
Chinese premier calls for expansion of China-Australia trade
China's vast market will remain open to the world, and China is willing to import more high-quality products from Australia, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Tuesday.In a phone conversation with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Li also said that China stands ready to work with Australia to expand and upgrade bilateral trade, support enterprises of both countries in conducting cooperation based on market principles, and promote mutual benefit and win-win outcomes.Li called on both coun...
Red Lobster's push for cheap deals may be backfiring, say experts, as losses pile up
Red Lobster's push to lure diners with cheap deals may be backfiring, with one retail expert warning the strategy could be attracting the wrong customer as losses continue to mount.The Florida-based seafood chain — which filed for bankruptcy in 2024 — has leaned heavily on promotions like seafood boils and $20 lobster rolls to drive traffic.While the discounts have generated buzz and helped lift sales, they have not been enough to offset deeper financial challenges, according to a Bloomberg repo...
Roman Abramovich: Charity set up to oversee frozen £2.35bn from Chelsea sale
A new charitable foundation aimed at breaking the deadlock between Roman Abramovich and the UK government over the frozen £2.35billion from the sale of Chelsea has formally submitted its application to the UK Charity Commission.The Foundation for the Victims of Conflict, as it has been named, will be overseen by Mike Penrose, a former UNICEF executive, and includes several other high-profile trustees.Advertisement
The retirement crisis can’t wait — and neither should Congress
America's retirement savings crisis is unfolding in real time, and Congress must act quickly to pass the Auto Reenroll Act and the Helping Young Americans Save for Retirement Act to help more Americans stay on track and build real financial security.
OpenAI encourages firms to trial four-day weeks to adapt to AI era
OpenAI encourages firms to trial four-day weeks to adapt to AI eraJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleLiv McMahonTechnology reporterReutersChatGPT-maker OpenAI says employers should consider trialling a four-day work week as AI use and demand grows in the workplace.Its "people-first" policy proposals set out a range of ideas to help society adjust to an AI era - something it says will bring benefits but also disruption to our lives and careers.Among its suggestions were creating...
Electric car sales hit record high in March while fuel prices surge again
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How to maximise your bank holidays in 2027
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Isa providers increasing rates and offering cash as new tax year gets under way
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Gas Price Average Is Now 88 Cents Higher Than It Was in 2025
The conflict with Iran is continuing to impact the price of gas in the United States with the national average for a regular gallon up to $4.14. It is 12 cents higher than it was just one week ago and 88 cents higher than it was last year.
At the Final Four, it's about vibes, not views up in the rafters: 'We’re in the building'
INDIANAPOLIS — In an effort to preserve his marriage, the man sitting in row 21, seat 24 of section 646 of Lucas Oil Stadium thought it best not to identify himself when sharing how much he paid for his tickets to the Final Four.His seat, in the farthest corner of the stadium and therefore, the farthest away from the basketball being played Monday night between Michigan and UConn, cost $400, he said, a fact he whispered only after first covering his wife’s ears.Advertisement
I was in almost £30,000 worth of debt and maxed out my £2,000 overdraft every month. But these small, achievable steps transformed my weekly spending. Now I am debt free
I was in almost £30,000 worth of debt and maxed out my £2,000 overdraft every month. But these small, achievable steps transformed my weekly spending. Now I am debt freeBy CLARE SEAL Updated: 12:34, 7 April 2026 e-mail 3 View comments
'Economically naive, ignorant and at times stupid': Labour blasted as Iran war sends Britain hurtling towards recession
'Economically naive, ignorant and at times stupid': Labour blasted as Iran war sends Britain hurtling towards recessionBy HUGO DUNCAN, BUSINESS EDITOR Published: 11:44, 7 April 2026 | Updated: 12:32, 7 April 2026 e-mail 154 View comments
Royal Mail raises price of stamps again today - despite missing delivery targets
Royal Mail raises price of stamps again today - despite missing delivery targetsMoneyLevi Winchester Money Editor12:29, 07 Apr 2026Updated 13:05, 07 Apr 2026View ImageRoyal Mail stamp prices have gone up again today(Image: Getty Images)The price of Royal Mail stamps has risen again today.It now costs £1.80 for a first class stamp, while a second class stamp is now 91p. The price of a first class stamp was just 64p in 2016 - meaning it has gone up 181% in the past ten years.Royal Mail blamed th...
Price of first class stamp increases to £1.80
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