'Real stable genius?' Meandering Trump ridiculed after off-script hour-long diatribe

President Donald Trump spoke for a little under an hour on Monday morning about the ongoing trade negotiations with China, the costs of pharmaceuticals, and other matters that left some viewers with many questions. One professor addressed Trump's claim on Obamacare: “I made it work. I could have let it die, but I chose to make it work.” They posted...

Bessent claims high-stakes trade talks with China were ‘productive’ - but doesn’t share any details of new deal

Bessent claims high-stakes trade talks with China were ‘productive’ - but doesn’t share any details of new deal - The Trump administration is set to release more details tomorrow

Major UK bank used by millions to hike its account fees within weeks

Millions will be affected.

How I Manage My Money: 75-year-old on pension credit with £10.7k in premium bonds

75-year-old Liz deferred her state pension for two years and stopped working at the age of 62

ANZCO Foods posts $8m profit amid 'another challenging year' for red meat

Tight margins in a challenging second half of 2024 have hit the pockets of major red meat processor and exporter ANZCO Foods.

The good news for Aussie home borrowers - but there is a catch

A Big Four bank has slashed fixed mortgage rates.

Fifty years of Microsoft

Fifty years ago on April 4, 1975, two young computer enthusiasts launched a company called Microsoft. Bill Gates and Paul Allen had the vision of putting a computer on every desk and in every home by creating a program that could power, support, and manage everything that went on inside a computer. Today, Microsoft's Windows is the dominant operating system worldwide, with a market share of 72%. So, how did two men with a passion for tech create the computer innovations that would define the 21st century? Click through and browse this brief history of Microsoft.

Auckland measles case: New locations of interest include chemist, second supermarket

An Auckland pharmacy and a second supermarket have been named as places a recent case of measles visited while infectious.

Tentative Truce: U.S. and China Agree to Temporary Tariff Reductions

The deal offers a 90-day reprieve in the escalating trade war between the world’s two largest economies

Cold War lifeline: how the Berlin airlift kept a city from starving

The Berlin Blockade was one of the first major international crises of the Cold War period. Simmering tensions between the occupying powers of post-war Berlin boiled over in 1948 when the Soviet Union limited the ability of the United States, Great Britain, and France to travel to their sectors of the city by blocking all road, rail, and canal access to the western zones of Berlin. Overnight, some 2.5 million civilians had no access to food, medicines, fuel, electricity, and other basic goods. In response, the Western Allies organized the Berlin Airlift to carry supplies to the besieged citizens in what became one of the biggest humanitarian operations of all time. Click through the gallery and be reminded of those who risked their lives in delivering much-needed everyday items, and the perseverance of a population in lockdown.

UniCredit lifts outlook as it beats expectations with record profit

Italy’s second biggest lender posted its highest net profit ever for the first three months of 2025, the period that the bank called the ‘best quarter in history’ in its earnings report. View on euronews

How much does YOUR energy supplier owe you? Online calculator reveals if you're in line for a refund

Data from industry regulator Ofgem found energy firms were sitting on £3.3billion last year from the millions of customers whose accounts have built up credit.

Trump's big China trade deal has the markets bracing as he teases MAJOR drug price cuts

Donald Trump is sure to send the stock market rebounding after a flurry of major announcements on Sunday.

Stocks jump, gold tumbles as US and China trade talks progress

An agreement from the US and China to reduce tariffs for 90 days has boosted European markets after global indexes rallied hours earlier on hopes of a breakthrough. View on euronews

Surge in right-to-buy purchases could cancel out plans to build 18,000 homes

Mass sell-off - triggered by Reeves ending discounts could cancel out her promise of extra affordable homes, experts have claimed

Top 9 Energy-Saving Appliances That Are Worth Every Penny

Top 9 Energy-Saving Appliances That Are Worth Every Penny

US cuts back on generals to boost 'lethality' - should NZDF follow suit?

Critics say the NZ Defence Force is top heavy and combat light.

Toy Cars Dragged Into U.S. Tariff War on Automotive Industry

What started as a trade fight over real cars has now rolled into the toy aisle.

I’m 46, earn £25k and have £6k in my pension. Can I quit my job and retire for good?

A reader wonders if they can leave their job even despite their small pension and young age - due to their unique circumstances. Jessie Hewitson explains how it could be possible

Inventions that have stood the test of time

We often imagine that many of the innovative things that we take for granted are at least relatively new. But this is not always the case! Sometimes the history of inventions goes back far further than we would ever guess. Take a look through the following gallery to find out which inventions are much older than you thought. Click on!

This European country is reducing the 40-hour work week

This European country is reducing the 40-hour work week - The main trade unions support the proposal

Health NZ eyes $1.8b cost for unpaid leave dating back 15 years

$130m has been spent on consultants and contractors to fix Holiday Act compliance errors.

Saudi Arabian oil giant Aramco takes hit due to lagging oil prices

Saudi Arabia has also pledged to invest hundreds of billions in the US over the course of Donald Trump's second term. View on euronews

IRD targets outstanding student loans in property investment crackdown

Inland Revenue is cracking down on property investors who aren't meeting tax obligations.

Things the middle class will struggle to afford in five years

As the cost of living continues to rise, many middle-class families are facing a growing financial strain. Factors such as inflation, skyrocketing housing prices, and increasing healthcare costs are transforming the economic landscape, making it harder to sustain a comfortable lifestyle. In the next five years, essential expenses such as education, childcare, and even basic groceries may become unattainable for many. Click on to discover the key items and services that the middle class may struggle to afford in the near future.

Starmer’s immigration rules risk builder shortage – hitting 1.5m home pledge

Sector experts said the Government's sweeping visa reforms risk fewer construction workers coming to the UK at a time when more are needed

Wayne Brown thinks 'supercharging Auckland' can pull country out of recession

Auckland's mayor has updated his manifesto for the city, focusing on areas he says need urgent attention for growth.

Labour benefits backlash rages as MPs warn Cabinet minister that cuts will 'devastate lives'

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall came under fire from her own side as she took questions in the House.

Are physical books better than e-books?

E-books have been around for quite some time now, but it wasn't until the introduction of the Kindle e-reader in 2007 that it really exploded in popularity. Since then e-readers have come a long way, with faster speeds, color screens, and lighter devices. But no matter how much e-books improve, there will always be people who prefer old-school paper books. Browse through the following gallery to discover how they differ so that you can draw your own conclusions.

How should the EU interpret the trade agreement between the US and the UK?

The United Kingdom is the first European country to have reached a compromise with the United States on trade. But some analysts believe the deal sends the wrong signal. View on euronews

Gas prices up again for first time since 2022: Which countries are paying more?

Prices are now the highest on record but this time tax hikes are to blame. View on euronews

FTSE 100 lags behind Europe in stock markets’ response to US-China trade deal announcement

FTSE 100 lags behind Europe in stock markets’ response to US-China trade deal announcement - US stocks are set to open higher later on Monday, while Europe’s major markets are all up in trading

Hiring at all-time low as firms hit by Labour's tax raid and work reforms

Research today lays bare the impact of a £25billion raid on businesses and a planned shake-up of employment law.

Revealed - the generation of Aussies most likely to get stung by Albo's radical new tax on super

The average 22-year-old worker is set to be a victim of Labor's radical new tax plan for superannuation - despite the government saying it will only affect the rich.

I’ve retired and I’m moving to the Philippines. How will it affect my pension tax?

A reader is planning their retirement in the sun - but wants to know the tax consequences

Successful companies founded during recessions

Throughout history some of the most successful companies in the world were founded under worse circumstances. These businesses managed to navigate their way through various crises and become giants of their industries. From IBM to Airbnb, all sorts of business models have thrived in the face of adversity. Click on to see the inspiring stories of their foundations.

I am 30 and have £300k in savings – I add £1,200 to my pension each month

Where did real wages rise and fall the most in Europe in 2024?

In 2024, real wage growth was strongest in Eastern Europe. Among the 32 European countries, it declined in only four. View on euronews

China tariff truce shows the US did not necessarily have the upper hand

Top 10 Budget Home Projects That Add Value Without High Costs

Top 10 Budget Home Projects That Add Value Without High Costs

'Internal employment process' under way at Firearms Safety Authority

Concerns were raised by staff.

How much do you have to earn to be considered middle class in the US?

High costs of living have significantly shifted what it means to beconsidered middle-class in the US. With significant disparities inincome, according to the Pew Research Center’s definition,households considered middle class need to be earning betweentwo-thirds or even twice the median income in their respective state.This marks a massive change to how the middle class was comprisedbefore the turn of the century and is in line with notably worseningsocial issues in the country, such as poverty, homelessness, andgeneral financial strife. So whatare the figures behind the data? How much do you have to make to beconsidered middle class in your state? Click on to find out. All figures are listed in USD.

9 Luxury Home Details You Can Copy Without Breaking the Bank

9 Luxury Home Details You Can Copy Without Breaking the Bank

More than half of Americans are using layaway or buy-now-pay-later programs to cover everyday essentials

More than half of Americans are using layaway or buy-now-pay-later programs to cover everyday essentials - More than 30 percent of Americans have used short-term financing schemes for groceries, report finds

The jobs that pay $100k without a college degree

As college becomes ever more expensive and lucrative white collar jobs become harder to find, thousands of students are ditching six-figure student debt for earning the same amount without a degree.

US and China announce substantial reductions in tariffs for 90 days

The US and China agreed to lower tariffs for 90 days on Monday, as the world’s two biggest economies attempt to cool an escalating trade war. View on euronews

EU member states ask Commission to lower targets for microchip strategy

The countries say that the European Commission should adjust the target in the Chips Act 2.0. View on euronews

Trump admits flubbing figures in rambling trade war speech: 'I misunderstood'

President Donald Trump spoke Monday about negotiations with China that resulted in a dramatic step back from a tariff trade war — but in a rambling speech, he revealed the talks had left him confused. First, he told the press, "Both sides now agreed to reduce the tariffs imposed. After April 2nd, to 10% for 90 days as negotiators continue." The dat...

What is the Eisenhower Matrix?

The Eisenhower Matrix is a simple yet effective time management tool that is named after former US President Dwight D. Eisenhower. It involves breaking down your to-do list into four categories, and treating each category in a different way. Many people find the Eisenhower Matrix very useful when it comes to increasing productivity and reducing stress. It can take some getting used to, however. Curious? Check out this gallery to find out more.

Bank of England hints at further cuts – but only if pay rises start to slow

Wage growth still too high to be consistent with inflation target, says senior Bank official