Consumer confidence in where the economy is headed hits 12-year low

Sainsbury’s is enhancing its Nectar loyalty scheme by introducing "Your Nectar Prices," allowing shoppers to access personalized discounts in-store starting July 25, potentially saving them £150 annually. This change aims to reward loyal customers and address recent concerns over Nectar point security, following reports of scams draining accounts. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Sainsbury's is enhancing its Nectar loyalty scheme by allowing shoppers to access personalized discounts at the till, potentially saving them...

Steam rises at Suncor's oil sands facility near Fort McMurray, Canada, as wildfires prompt scrutiny of Canada's fossil fuel reliance and its goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. Advanced technologies, including giant shovels and driverless trucks, have enabled oilsands companies like Imperial Oil and Suncor to become some of North America's lowest-cost oil producers despite rising inflation. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Canada's oil companies use big machines and robots to help them...

Michael Farrell, a human rights lawyer, resigned from the European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI) after 14 years, protesting the group's refusal to demand a ceasefire in Gaza and support humanitarian aid. He expressed concern over Council of Europe states supplying weapons to Israel, contributing to the devastation in Gaza, where nearly 58,400 Palestinians have been killed since October 2023. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Michael Farrell, a lawyer from Ireland, quit...

Ursula von der Leyen's proposed €2tn budget for the EU (2028-2034) has faced significant internal dissent within the European Commission, highlighting her ultra-centralized decision-making style. Despite her concessions to address concerns, including new taxes and funding allocations, the chaotic negotiations raise fears about future discussions with EU member states, as many remain dissatisfied with the process. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Ursula von der Leyen's plan for a huge EU budget has caused...

The government of Eswatini has confirmed the arrival of five deported individuals from the U.S. under the Trump administration, citing ongoing human rights concerns and a commitment to international protocols. These deportations, which include individuals from various countries, are part of a broader trend of third-country deportations criticized for potential human rights violations. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The small country of Eswatini has taken in five people who were sent back from...

A volcanic eruption at the Sundhnukur volcano on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula began early Wednesday, prompting evacuations in nearby areas, including tourist sites like the Blue Lagoon. The eruption created two fissures and released volcanic glass strands, leading to high gas pollution levels, while Iceland has seen 11 eruptions since the volcano became active again in 2021. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A volcano in southwest Iceland has started erupting, leading to evacuations of...