Bank of Japan is expected to hike rates this week, CNBC survey shows

Rachel Reeves, concerned about the UK economy, seems to have forgotten Labour's promises to go green. Labour had pledged to make Britain the "green finance capital of the world" and reduce greenhouse emissions by 100% from 1990 levels by 2050. Despite these ambitions, the Chancellor is supporting a third runway at Heathrow to boost economic growth, despite warnings from experts and think tanks that it could hinder efforts to reach net zero goals and provide...

A UK ticket-holder has won Friday’s £83 million EuroMillions jackpot by matching all five main numbers and two lucky stars. The winning numbers were 02, 11, 19, 30, 49, with lucky stars 03 and 08. The winner, who remains anonymous unless they choose to go public, marks the first UK EuroMillions jackpot win of 2025, according to Allwyn, the National Lottery operator. Full Article

India and Indonesia are finalizing a framework agreement for defense cooperation and technology sharing, with discussions centered on major projects like Brahmos missiles, air defense systems, and submarine technology. The agreement aims to facilitate co-production of weapon systems and technology transfer, with Indonesia expressing interest in the Brahmos system. President Prabowo Subianto's visit to India is focused on advancing these discussions and strengthening bilateral defense ties. Full Article

A federal appellate panel ruled that Iowa cannot enforce a law criminalizing entry for some undocumented immigrants, upholding a lower court injunction. Conservative states like Iowa are attempting to play a role in immigration enforcement, challenging the federal government's authority. The Iowa law, passed in 2024, faces legal challenges as the state battles the Biden administration over immigration policies. Full Article

The sentencing of Southport killer Axel Rudakubana has raised questions about missed opportunities to prevent the tragic attack on children at a Taylor Swift-themed dance workshop. Despite multiple referrals to the Prevent programme over concerns about his interest in violence, Rudakubana was not put under enhanced monitoring, leading to criticism of the government scheme. Similar failures in Prevent have been seen in cases such as Ali Harbi Ali's murder of MP Sir David Amess and...

Arthur Blessitt, known for his global pilgrimage carrying a wooden cross, passed away at 84 in Denver. Starting in 1969, he traveled through every country, facing challenges and encounters with historical figures. With a mix of perseverance and humility, he spread his message of love and faith, becoming a celebrity known for his unique journey and impact on many lives. Full Article