Jump in energy bills drives UK inflation to highest rate for four months Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps August 19, 2026 A 2.9% rise in inflation had been widely expected by economists, with Chancellor John Healey saying the Iran war “continues to impact prices here at home”. Read more
Track defect found near derailment site - report Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps August 19, 2026 Initial findings from an RAIB investigation show an "irregularity" at the site near Lewes. Read more
Inflation is heating up but don't expect another crisis Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps August 19, 2026 Rising living costs could heap pressure on PM Andy Burnham though it depends what happens in the coming months. Read more
OpenAI slows down training after its AI carried out hack Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps August 19, 2026 The ChatGPT-maker said training will be slowed for two weeks while it puts the upgrades in place. Read more
Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and RED Driving School investigated over 'drip pricing' Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps August 19, 2026 The consumer watchdog said they were trying to find out if the three companies were not showing full prices upfront to customers. Read more
Chinese robotics giant Unitree soars in stock market debut Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps August 19, 2026 Shares in the world's biggest humanoid robot maker started trading on Shanghai's Star market on Wednesday. Read more
The critical tech staying safe by going underground Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps August 18, 2026 The war in Ukraine has spurred people to consider putting vital infrastructure underground. Read more