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Full list of every NatWest and RBS branches to close as nine more announced
Full list of every NatWest and RBS branches to close as nine more announcedNatWest Group has announced nine more branch closures - here's the full list of affected branches and dates Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments By Elaine Blackburne 06:00, Sat, Jun 6, 2026 More branches are closing (Image: J2R via Getty Images)NatWest Group has confirmed nine additional branches will shut permanently - but...
E85 fuel to get Rs 20/litre cheaper as India ramps up ethanol push
India is launching E85 petrol, an 85% ethanol blend, at discounted prices. This move aims to boost clean fuel adoption and cut reliance on imported fossil fuels. The government plans a phased rollout of E85 dispensing stations nationwide. Vehicle manufacturers are introducing E85 compatible models. This initiative is expected to benefit farmers and save foreign exchange.
$1.3 trillion erased from Wall Street: Here's what slowed down AI rally
Tech stocks, particularly semiconductors, experienced a significant downturn Friday, driven by investor caution over AI valuations and robust US jobs data. The PHLX Semiconductor Index saw its steepest drop since March 2020, erasing billions in market value. This retreat follows a period of record highs, with strong employment figures fueling concerns about interest rate cuts.
Can AI save a company’s soul?
It is easy to imagine institutional memory lost to automation preserved in silicon — but there is one crucial difference
Wasting China’s solar panel surplus is madness
Clean power is within our reach — yet factories sit idle
NBA finals: Knicks within two wins of elusive title after holding off Spurs in Game 2
Brunson leads Knicks to second road finals winNew York take 2-0 series lead back to GardenSpurs face uphill battle after home-court sweepThe New York Knicks moved within two wins of their first NBA championship in more than half a century on Friday night, edging the San Antonio Spurs 105-104 in a Game 2 thriller to take a commanding 2-0 lead in the NBA finals before the series shifts to Madison Square Garden.After stealing Game 1 with a furious fourth-quarter comeback, the Knicks once again turn...
HMRC asking banks to tell them how much people have in savings in new rules
HMRC asking banks to tell them how much people have in savings in new rulesInterest rates have soared with officials saying this means 'this has made the system for identifying and collecting tax on interest more important' Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments By Ben Hurst 04:01, Sat, Jun 6, 2026 Rising interest rates means collecting tax on interest is much more important to HMRC (Image: Getty)HMR...
My boss stole £11.5m of people's life savings
Steven Long enjoyed a lavish lifestyle by persuading elderly vulnerable clients to part with huge sums. Then it all came crashing down
Pocket-friendly packets: Why Indians are swapping big snack packs for smaller ones
Consumers are increasingly opting for smaller pack sizes of everyday goods, from edible oils to soaps, as rising costs strain monthly budgets. This shift, driven by economic stress and geopolitical factors, is leading FMCG companies to reduce grammage in popular low-priced packs to maintain affordability and protect profit margins.
BUDGET 2026-27: ECC expands bureaucrats’ stipend, okays Rs40bn grants
• Approves Rs100bn financing facility for PSO• Oil company facing over Rs900bn receivables from SOEs• Special honoraria expanded to more ministries, departments• Rs10.15bn cleared for Pakistan Navy’s Hangor Project• Rs4.38bn granted to Gilgit-Baltistan ahead of elections ISLAMABAD: Less than a week before the next budget, the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the cabinet on Friday approved more than Rs40 billion in supplementary grants and a Rs100bn sovereign-guarantee-backed financing f...
39 Welsh streets where people just banked £1,000 payouts
People who live at the postcodes and have entered the subscription lottery are all £1,000 richer
Assam Hikes Dearness Allowance To 60%, Over 8 Lakh Employees To Benefit
The enhanced rates will apply to serving employees, pensioners, family pensioners, extraordinary pensioners and compassionate family pensioners.
كيف جمع أغنى المليارديرات العرب ثرواتهم: أسرار النجاح المفاجئة!
من رمال الخليج إلى قمم الأسواق العالمية، تتكشف قصص نجاح المليارديرات العرب. استعد لاكتشاف أرقام مذهلة ورحلات غير متوقعة لطريقة جمع ثرواتهم!
Unveiling the Wealth: How the Richest Arab Billionaires Built Their Empires
From oil to technology, the fortunes of the richest Arab billionaires are not just impressive; they’re a testament to vision, strategy, and sometimes sheer luck. Discover the timeline of success and the surprising facts behind these financial titans that will leave you astounded!
'I got £600 back just for spending normally'
A Which? Money expert has earned more than £600 in cashback simply by using the right bank account for everyday purchases — here's how you could do the same
Despite positive jobs report, rising costs leave many U.S. farmers struggling
U.S. employers added 172,000 jobs in May, according to the Labor Department, a better-than-expected jobs report. But in the heart of Wisconsin's farm country, many farmers are facing a different reality as they struggle with tariffs and rising fuel and fertilizer costs amid the Iran war. Nikole Killion has more.
US stocks slump as fears over Big Tech shake Wall Street
US stocks slump as fears over Big Tech shake Wall StreetJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleFrancisco VelasquezBusiness reporterStock markets suffered a sharp drop on Friday, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq index seeing its biggest one-day drop since April 2025. With fears mounting that gains so far this year may be unsustainable, a surprisingly strong US jobs report for April sparked a selloff, with the major US markets ending the week in the red. The data stoked fresh fears among investors t...
From tax waivers to free hedges, RBI & govt join hands to boost Rupee
Government and RBI have launched new measures to attract foreign investment in bonds and bank deposits. These initiatives aim to boost inflows by easing regulations and offering currency protection. The rupee strengthened significantly following the announcements, with potential for substantial retail deposit growth. Tax exemptions for foreign investors on government securities are also in place.
UK airline plunges into administration and cancels all flights - in business since 2020
UK airline plunges into administration and cancels all flights - in business since 2020More than 200 jobs are potentially affected. Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments By Catherine Mackinlay, News Reporter 22:19, Fri, Jun 5, 2026 Updated: 22:21, Fri, Jun 5, 2026 Mandatory Credit: Photo Reduced flying activity, working capital pressures and rising fuel costs wer (Image: Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto/RE...
Analyzing what the May jobs report says about the economy
Job creation is not roaring in the U.S., but it is running well ahead of expectations. The economy created 172,000 jobs in May, employment data shows. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.