IMF cannot lend Zimbabwe any more money
Zimbabwe has run up arrears on repayments on previous debts with the IMF (International Monetary Fund), which said on Saturday that it cannot lend...
Interstellar movie team provides insights into black holes’ effects
The visual-effects team involved in making Christopher Nolan's epic Oscar-nominated movie Interstellar have provided new insights into the powerful effects of black holes, turning...
In Campaign to keep Britain in EU to be headed by ex-M&S boss
Ex-Executive Chairman of Marks & Spencer and current Chairman of online grocer Ocado, Stuart Rose (Lord Rose), a Tory peer, is to head the...
US home prices rise 13.6% in one year
US home prices rose 13.6% in October 2013 in twenty cities compared to October 2012.
This represents the highest increase in over 7 years,...
Stop the Robots demonstration warns of artificial intelligence
A demonstration in Austin, Texas, led by computer engineer Adam Mason, warned that we must stop the robots and expressed concern that if we...
“Avengers: Infinity War” made $640.4 million in its opening weekend
Marvel Studios' Avengers: Infinity War set box office records with a $640.4 million global opening weekend, according to Disney.
The previous record was held by...
Theresa May hints at possible interim Brexit deal with the EU during CBI speech
Prime Minister Theresa May appeared before business leaders at the CBI 2016 Annual Conference, where she laid out her vision for UK business.
The...
Starbucks puts to rest rumors of a security breach
Customers using the Starbucks payment app on their mobiles are reportedly being hacked, but the Seattle-based firm was quick to put rumors of a security...
Greek labour unions on 2-day strike against austerity reforms
Greek labour unions are on a 2-day general strike in response to reforms proposed by the government to meet bailout pledges. The proposals call...
Capercaillie numbers surge dramatically Forest Enterprise Scotland recognised
The capercaillie, also known as the wood grouse, has made a remarkable comeback in a part of Scotland - the spectacular population surge has...