UK property market forecast: will house prices stagnate?

In response to Donald Trump's announcement of 25% tariffs on car imports, Japan's prime minister, Shigeru Ishiba, has stated that "every option" is being considered to protect Japan's national interest. The tariffs, set to take effect on April 2, have caused shares of Japanese automakers to tumble and raised concerns about the impact on bilateral ties and the global economy. Despite efforts to secure exemptions, Japan is bracing for a significant impact on its economy,...

President Trump announced a 25 percent tariff on imported cars and parts starting on April 3, impacting U.S. and foreign auto manufacturers, causing stock market declines, and potentially leading to higher car prices. The move aims to boost domestic production but could disrupt supply chains and raise inflation. The tariffs may trigger trade disputes and affect U.S. auto industry jobs, prompting mixed reactions from unions and analysts. Full Article

Demis Hassabis's journey in AI began with his early mastery of chess, leading to a fascination with the mental processes behind complex thoughts. Starting his programming journey with an electronic chess computer, he later founded DeepMind and created AlphaZero, an AI algorithm that outperformed human chess masters. Hassabis's groundbreaking work in AI, including the creation of AlphaFold2, has revolutionized protein structure prediction and has the potential to significantly speed up drug development processes. Full Article

The director of Voice of America and journalists at the government-funded international broadcaster filed a lawsuit against Trump administration officials over attempts to shut down the network, citing violations of First Amendment rights and federal law. The lawsuit names Kari Lake and Victor Morales as defendants, arguing that dismantling the broadcaster violates the Administrative Procedure Act and separation of powers. Voice of America, with a budget of $270 million and an estimated weekly audience of...

ISA season is here, with investors in the UK aiming to boost their income through tax-efficient investments. The annual £20,000 allowance can be spread across multiple ISAs, allowing for a diversified portfolio. Top fund picks include the M&G Corporate Bond Fund for fixed income, Fidelity's Global Dividend Fund for dividend stocks, International Public Partnerships Ltd for infrastructure, and the Ninety One Diversified Income Fund for a mix of income-producing assets with reduced risk. Full Article

The call of a conch shell roused the dolphin hunters on Fanalei Island in the Solomon Islands, where the villagers rely on dolphin teeth as currency to buy land on higher ground due to climate change threatening their sinking home. The hunt for dolphins, their most profitable resource, is both a cultural tradition and a means of survival for the community, with the teeth shared among families and used for important ceremonies. Despite concerns about...