The International Monetary Fund predicts the U.S. economy will strengthen in 2026. Unemployment is expected to remain around 4 percent, signaling stable labor market conditions. Analysts say this stability could encourage more business investment. New business formation is expected to rise, supporting job growth across multiple sectors. The IMF report highlights that job creation will continue to be a key driver of the economy. Industries such as technology, healthcare, and renewable energy are likely to see significant hiring. Experts believe that steady consumer spending, supported by employment gains, will help maintain overall economic momentum. Small businesses are expected to play…
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Researchers have reported striking early results for a new prostate cancer treatment.The experimental immunotherapy VIR-5500 shrank tumours in several patients with advanced disease. Prostate cancer affects about 1.5 million men each year worldwide.Many advanced cases eventually stop responding to standard therapies. VIR-5500 works by linking killer T-cells directly to tumour cells.The engineered antibody activates mainly inside the tumour.This design reduces harmful inflammation and may allow fewer doses. Fifty-eight men with treatment-resistant cancer joined the phase one trial.Most experienced only mild side effects. At the highest dose, prostate-specific antigen levels fell sharply in many patients.Fourteen of seventeen men saw their PSA…
Burger King has introduced an AI assistant for staff in hundreds of US restaurants.The system connects to employee headsets and supports daily operations. The tool, called BK Assistant, uses OpenAI technology.A voice chatbot named “Patty” listens during customer interactions.It can detect polite expressions such as “welcome”, “please”, and “thank you”.Managers receive insights into overall service patterns. The company says the system does not score individual workers.It aims to coach teams and improve the guest experience.Managers can use real-time feedback to recognise good performance. The platform also updates digital menus when items sell out.It guides staff during food preparation and checks…
Researchers tested a new GLP-1 pill, orforglipron, in adults with type 2 diabetes.Eli Lilly developed the drug as an oral alternative to injectable treatments. The medication lowers blood sugar, slows digestion, and reduces appetite.Patients can take it without fasting.Regulators in the US and Europe have not yet approved it. In a phase 3 trial, more than 1,500 participants received treatment for one year.Researchers compared two doses of orforglipron with oral semaglutide. Patients taking orforglipron lost six to eight percent of their body weight.Those taking semaglutide lost four to five percent.Orforglipron also improved blood sugar control more strongly. More patients stopped…
Aston Martin will cut up to 20% of its workforce in a bid to save about £40m. The move could affect around 500 employees. The luxury carmaker confirmed the plan after reporting pre-tax losses of £363.9m for 2025. Losses stood at £289.1m the previous year. The company had already eliminated 170 roles at the start of 2024. The group said it had to make further organisational changes to prepare for the future. Chief executive Adrian Hallmark called the cuts an important step toward a leaner structure. He said redundancies alone would not solve the company’s wider challenges. Aston Martin blamed…
US business investment grew steadily in early 2026, driven largely by spending on artificial intelligence and technology upgrades. Recent data shows companies are investing in equipment and digital tools to improve efficiency and competitiveness. Economists say this trend supports broader economic growth and reflects confidence in future demand. The increase in business spending comes after a period of cautious investment, when companies waited for clearer signals on demand and economic conditions. Rising investment in AI, automation, and advanced technology indicates that businesses are prioritizing innovation to maintain a competitive edge. Business investment is a key driver of economic growth because…
Unlicensed gambling companies could lose the right to sponsor Premier League clubs under new government plans. Ministers have launched a consultation after a series of controversies and regulatory concerns. Several top-flight teams, including Everton, Fulham and Wolverhampton Wanderers, currently display brands linked to online casinos or bookmakers without a British licence. Clubs have already agreed to remove all front-of-shirt gambling sponsors from next season. That voluntary move will not cover sleeve deals or other partnerships. This gap allows offshore operators to keep marketing through English football if they avoid British customers. The government now wants to close that route with…
The UK has paused a clinical trial on puberty blockers for young people after the medicines regulator raised safety concerns. The agency warned about unknown long-term biological risks and called for a minimum age of 14. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency will discuss the issue with King’s College London next week. The Department of Health and Social Care confirmed that recruitment will not start until they resolve the concerns. The Cass review prompted the trial. It found weak evidence for the benefits of puberty blockers in children with gender dysphoria. Dr Hilary Cass said a controlled study offered…
China has overtaken the United States as Germany’s top trading partner in 2025.Total trade between Germany and China reached €251bn, according to official figures.Trade with the US fell to €240bn after a 5% decline. Germany imported far more from China than it exported.Imports totalled €170.6bn, while exports reached €81.3bn. Friedrich Merz will visit Beijing this week for talks with Xi Jinping and Li Qiang.Discussions will cover trade, the war in Ukraine and human rights. German carmakers remain deeply tied to the Chinese market.Companies such as Volkswagen, BMW and Mercedes-Benz rely heavily on Chinese sales and production. The EU is trying…
OpenAI said it considered alerting Canadian authorities about a user months before a deadly school attack.The company had flagged the account of Jesse Van Rootselaar in June for activity linked to potential violence. The firm reviewed whether to contact the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.It decided the case did not meet its threshold for referral.That standard requires evidence of an imminent and credible risk of serious harm. Last week the 18-year-old killed eight people in Tumbler Ridge before taking her own life.Police said the victims included a teaching assistant and five students aged 12 to 13.She had previously had mental-health-related contact…