Author: Scott Dylan

Wales has been overlooked in railway funding allocations, according to First Minister Eluned Morgan. She voiced her concerns about the issue, drawing attention to the disparities faced by Wales in comparison to other UK regions.Morgan pointed to the HS2 project as a primary example of this disparity, urging for a more equitable distribution of funds. The ongoing debate highlights the need for a fair funding framework in rail infrastructure.Welsh First Minister, Eluned Morgan, voiced concerns that Wales has been ‘short-changed’ regarding railway funding. In discussions with Chancellor Rachel Reeves during the Labour Party conference in Liverpool, Morgan highlighted the disparity…

Lord Wolfson, the CEO of Next, recently initiated a significant share sale amidst growing speculation surrounding potential capital gains tax reforms. The move has caused ripples in the investment community, particularly as it comes ahead of Rachel Reeves’s anticipated Budget announcement.Investors are closely monitoring these developments. The broader implications for capital gains tax have prompted discussions about the future landscape for asset disposals. With record CGT receipts reported in August, the market is bracing for possible tax hikes.New filings have revealed that the Next CEO, Lord Wolfson, disposed of 290,000 shares between Friday and Tuesday. The sale valued his total…

The University of South Wales (USW) is grappling with a significant financial challenge, projecting a £20 million deficit for the current financial year.This alarming shortfall has prompted the institution to consider various measures, including potential redundancies and utilising its financial reserves, to address the issue over the coming years.The projected £20 million financial shortfall at USW is a reflection of a challenging financial environment affecting higher education across the UK. Falling international student numbers, coupled with capped domestic tuition fees, have placed immense pressure on university finances.USW has observed a 68% drop in UK student visas granted to Nigerians, who…

Ginni Thomas, a conservative advocate and spouse of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, was among the high-profile figures targeted by Iranian hackers. These hackers sought to influence the US presidential election.The indictment reveals their efforts included impersonating Thomas and other Trump associates to disrupt and gather sensitive information, reflecting ongoing cyber threats to political processes.US federal prosecutors revealed charges against three Iranian hackers linked to Iran’s government. These individuals allegedly conducted a multi-year hacking campaign targeting US officials, journalists, and the Trump campaign. The indictment, unsealed in the US District Court for the District of Columbia, accuses Masoud Jalili, Seyyed…

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are currently tied among likely voters in North Carolina, showcasing the state’s critical role in the upcoming election.Harris, however, holds a significant lead in Nebraska’s 2nd District, indicating varied regional support patterns that could impact the election outcome.Neck-and-Neck in North CarolinaA recent poll indicates that Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are neck-and-neck among likely voters in North Carolina, each securing 48%. This closely contested state is vital, given its history of fluctuating political support and its crucial role in the upcoming election.Trump’s path to victory appears tenuous…

The University of Manchester has revealed a new £1.7 billion project named ‘Sister’. This initiative aims to rejuvenate Manchester’s north campus.’Sister’ is set to transform the area into a globally competitive innovation hub, marking a significant milestone with the opening of its first building.Introduction of the ‘Sister’ ProjectThe University of Manchester has unveiled ‘Sister’, an ambitious £1.7 billion project aimed at rejuvenating a city centre district. This innovation hub, previously known as ID Manchester, aspires to create a globally competitive arena for science and technology.Located between the Mancunian Way and Piccadilly Station, ‘Sister’ has inaugurated its first building, signifying a…

Artificial intelligence has played a pivotal role in the recent discovery of 303 previously unknown geoglyphs in Peru’s Nazca Desert.Researchers employed advanced AI algorithms to survey and identify these ancient symbols, which include depictions of birds, plants, and human-like figures.Revolutionising Archaeology with AIArchaeologists in Peru have harnessed the power of artificial intelligence to uncover hidden geoglyphs in the Nazca Desert. This technological advancement has significantly accelerated the rate of discovery, nearly doubling the number of known symbols in the region.The study, published in the journal PNAS, detailed how AI-assisted methods have identified giant symbols carved into the ground by moving…

In a press conference preceding his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, former President Donald Trump mentioned a previous phone call with Zelensky.During this call, Trump referred to his first impeachment as a ‘Democratic hoax’ which he claimed to have ‘won’. CNN’s Jim Acosta has fact-checked these statements to clarify their accuracy.During a recent press conference, former President Donald Trump revisited his past impeachment, describing it as a ‘Democratic hoax’. He asserted that this hoax was something he ‘won’. These claims encapsulate Trump’s ongoing narrative about his impeachment processes and the political motivations behind them.Trump brought up a phone call…

WeightWatchers CEO Sima Sistani, known for integrating weight-loss drugs into the company’s services, is stepping down after a two-and-a-half-year tenure.Her departure follows significant changes within the company, including the acquisition of a telehealth platform to prescribe drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy.During her tenure, Sistani led WeightWatchers through a notable transformation. The company embraced weight-loss and diabetes medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy, moving away from its traditional focus on portion control and in-person meetings.This radical shift aimed at adopting a more modern approach to weight management, aligning with evolving scientific perspectives on obesity as a chronic condition that may require…

AllSaints has opened its inaugural African store in Cairo, Egypt, at the Mall of Arabia.The store marks a new chapter in AllSaints’ global expansion strategy, showcasing their commitment to new markets.AllSaints’ products have been available in premium Egyptian department stores since March 2024.The Cairo store is part of a series of international openings, including locations in Asia and North America.AllSaints’ expanded international presence aligns with their financial growth, reflecting a strategic focus on key markets.AllSaints, known for its distinctive blend of style and industrial design, has opened its first standalone store in Africa, located in Cairo’s Mall of Arabia. This…