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How five real energy experts cut bills ahead of £200 hike as one says 'pay more'
How five real energy experts cut bills ahead of £200 hike as one says 'pay more'Academics, professors and experts in economics, the environment, sustainability and engineering explain what really makes a differenceCommentsNewsNeil Shaw Assistant Editor (Money and Lifestyle)07:49, 19 Apr 2026Updated 07:50, 19 Apr 2026View 6 ImagesEvery billpayer coukld see an increase this summerThe household energy price cap is expected to rise by £196 a year from July amid volatile prices in wholesale...
'I tried to buy a £27 Tesco shop from 1997 today - the price increase was sickening'
'I tried to buy a £27 Tesco shop from 1997 today - the price increase was sickening'While the ongoing conflict in the Middle East threatens to send food prices soaring, a 29-year-old Tesco receipt has emerged to remind us of a time when £30 could fill your basketCommentsMoneyNiamh Kirk Features Writer and Emma Mackenzie Features Writer07:30, 19 Apr 2026View 6 ImagesI went to Tesco to replicate a 1997 shop to see how the prices have changed(Image: Supplied)We’re all feeling the squeeze...
Will real estate prices in Gurugram continue to soar? What experts are saying
Gurugram is transforming into a prime real estate hub, driven by infrastructure upgrades and strong residential demand, especially in New Gurugram. The region's growth is further bolstered by its emergence as a logistics and commercial center. New micro-markets are attracting end-users and investors with improved connectivity and lifestyle amenities, promising significant future value.
Popular countries like Spain and Italy will 'pay Brits thousands' to move abroad
Popular countries like Spain and Italy will 'pay Brits thousands' to move abroadDestinations loved by Brits are actually paying people to move there. If you fancy a life in the sun, you could make some extra cash while topping up your tan in Spain or ItalyCommentsLifestyleKatie-Ann Gupwell Content Editor07:16, 19 Apr 2026Updated 07:17, 19 Apr 2026View ImageSpain and Italy will pay people to move abroad (stock image)(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)Many people may dream of moving abroad...
رییس قوه قضاییه: مصادره اموال «عناصر محکوم» باید با سرعت و بدون مماشات انجام شود
غلامحسین محسنی اژهای، رییس قوه قضاییه گفت که اکنون صحنه کاملا روشن است و هیچکس نمیتواند مدعی بیاطلاعی از «توطئههای دشمن» شود یا خود را به «نادانی و تجاهل» بزند و تاکید کرد در مصادره اموال «عناصر محکوم» نباید هیچ مماشاتی صورت گیرد و این روند باید با «دقت و سرعت» انجام شود.
Asia’s supply chain strengths could give it edge over US in AI race: Granite Asia’s Foo
As the artificial intelligence race moves beyond language models into the physical world, Asia’s manufacturing and supply chain strengths could give it an edge over the US, says Granite Asia’s Jixun Foo. The veteran venture capitalist said the current wave of AI development, sparked by breakthroughs in foundation models over the past two years, had entered a new phase where physical applications – from robotics to industrial automation – were becoming increasingly important, playing to Asia’s...
Experts warn of 'worryingly high' food price rises as bills increase by £470
EXCLUSIVE: Experts warn of 'worryingly high' food price rises as bills increase by £470All eyes are on the Middle East waiting to see a ceasefire will be called, but Brits are facing price increases when doing the weekly food shop, even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens soonCommentsNewsEmma Mackenzie Features Writer07:00, 19 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesBrits will feel a hit to their wallets as food price set to rise due to Middle East war(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)From the missiles over t...
Why your car insurance may not pay when you need it most
Why your car insurance may not pay when you need it most
Akshaya Tritiya 2026 Gold buying tips: Best time, price check and smart investment guide
Akshaya Tritiya Gold buying tips Best time price check and smart investment guide
Should you buy gold this Akshaya Tritiya? What 5 experts have to say
Today is Akshaya Tritiya, an auspicious day in the Hindu calendars, believed to bring lasting prosperity and good fortune. Buying gold on this day is considered auspicious. Experts believe that returns on gold over the last few years reinforce its role as a long-term wealth preserver.
New firms with up to HK$100 billion market capitalisation to set up shop in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is set to announce on Monday a new batch of “strategic enterprises” establishing a presence in the city, including several firms with market capitalisations of up to HK$100 billion (US$12.8 billion), the finance chief has revealed. Writing in his weekly blog on Sunday, Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po said the new partners were in high-growth sectors, including life and health technology, the low-altitude economy, artificial intelligence (AI), new energy materials and...
UAE retailers cut prices by up to 70% on back-to-school products
[Editor's Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.]Retailers in the UAE are offering discounts of up to 70 per cent on back-to-school products as educational institutions gear up for the new academic year, as well as the return to in-person learning after nearly 50 days of remote classes.Retailers also assured consumers that there is no shortage of back-to-school products despite supply chain issues in th...
Meet this Haryana farmer earning Rs 6.5 lakh per acre growing 5 varieties of watermelon
Honoured with the Krishi Rattan Award, Ram Pratap Sharma combines advanced drip irrigation with high-end horticulture to supply watermelons to Delhi, Gurgaon, and Chandigarh.
90% of units shut: LPG crunch, raw material costs leave Khurja's ceramic kilns cold
of units shut LPG crunch raw material costs leave Khurjas ceramic kilns cold
Gujarat Gas reduces PNG price for Morbi cluster, but ceramics prices to remain dearer
Decision after Morbi Ceramics Manufacturers Association's talks with PSU, govts; fuel costs still 48% higher than pre-crisis period
China steps up aid to Africa but huge funding gap left by Trump’s cuts remains
During Vice-President Han Zheng’s visit to Nairobi in March, China signed a cash grant for drought relief and recently delivered food aid to Somalia, Togo, Zimbabwe and Zambia – helping 217,057 people in Zambia and providing Zimbabwe with 5,000 tonnes of rice. Du Xiaohui, director general of the foreign ministry’s African affairs department, later affirmed that Beijing would help nations in Africa boost food security and agricultural resilience through emergency aid and long-term support for...
Abu Dhabi volunteers log over 2 million hours in 2025, with Dh146 million economic value
The Department of Community Development (DCD) has announced that Abu Dhabi recorded more than two million volunteering hours in 2025, reflecting the emirate's growing culture of community participation during the UAE's Year of Community.Official figures show that the number of registered volunteers reached approximately 30,000, while 3,394 volunteering opportunities were offered through the approved platform — a 34 per cent increase compared to 2024. The economic value of volunteering activities...
War reparations
AMONGST Iran’s conditions in the 10-point plan Tehran forwarded to the US as part of the ceasefire was a demand for compensation for the damage inflicted on the country by America and Israel on Feb 28. As per reports, the issue of war reparations was also brought up during the recent negotiations in Islamabad. Many international law experts say that the US, prima facie, is liable to pay Iran compensation, especially where attacks on its civilian infrastructure are concerned. The extent of damage...
Jack Dorsey laying off thousands due to AI; says 'he didn’t want backs against wall'
Fintech giant Block's CEO Jack Dorsey revealed AI drove a massive 40% workforce reduction, impacting over 4,000 employees. Experiments with advanced AI models convinced leadership that fewer staff could maintain operations and growth. Dorsey emphasized acting with integrity and generosity, aiming for excellence by embracing AI proactively, not reactively.
US delegation presses Cuba to transition to market economy – media
State Department officials have reportedly warned Havana that it has a “small window” to implement reforms US officials have urged Cuba to transition from socialism to a market-based economy and compensate American citizens and corporations whose assets were seized in the 1960s, US news outlets reported on Friday and Saturday, citing sources familiar with the matter. A delegation from the US State Department outlined the demands late last week during the first trip of the kind to Ha...