Rationing Makes a Comeback in 2020 Due to Panic Buying
September 25, 2020
As fears of a second wave of the coronavirus build up, so do fears of a tighter lockdown and of
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IMF sees a glimmer of hope for the global economy
September 24, 2020
There may be a glimmer of hope on the horizon, as according to the International Monetary Fund, the world economy, while dire, may not be quite as bleak as it was June.
Chancellor outlines Winter Economy Plan
September 24, 2020
As the country looks towards winter, Chancellor Rishi Sunak has today outlined government’s plan to protect jobs and support businesses over the coming months with a new Job Support Scheme and an extension of the Self Employment Income Support Scheme.
NHS Launches New COVID-19 App Across England and Wales
September 24, 2020
A new app to help control the spread of COVID-19 has been launched by the National Health Service (NHS) across England and Wales today.
Queen to Lose 300,000 Subjects as Barbados Becomes a Republic
September 23, 2020
The Queen is set to lose about 300,000 of her subjects— not to the dreaded coronavirus pandemic, but to the decision by the Caribbean island of Barbados to relinquish the crown and to become a republic next year.
Negative Rates Unlikely as COVID Cases Threaten UK Economy
September 22, 2020
As the pandemic intensifies its hold on the economy, Bank of England (BoE) Governor Andrew Bailey seems to be dampening down speculation about the introduction of negative rates although noting that they are a part of the Bank’s toolbox.
UK Public Prepares for New Lockdown Measures 2020
September 21, 2020
With the UK COVID-19 infection rate growing and with more and more sections of the country under some form of lockdown, many are preparing for an imminent nation-wide lockdown.
Death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg Heats up the US Election Campaign
September 21, 2020
The death of US Supreme Court justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg (RBG) on the weekend has added even more grit to the already tense presidential campaign in that country.
London to Return to Subdued Celebrations for the 2020 New Years
September 18, 2020
Christmas 2020 may still be on the cards, but New Years Eve is another story, as Mayor of London Sadiq Khan announced on Friday that the celebrations would be cancelled.
Qantas Sells All Seats for Flight to Nowhere
September 18, 2020
As Australian flag carrier airline Qantas struggles through the travel restrictions caused by the coronavirus pandemic, it has sold out all seats on its first ‘flight to nowhere’ in just 10 minutes.