Irish bookshops are helping readers in Britain and elsewhere obtain novels by Sally Rooney after her publisher halted UK supplies because of complications arising from the author’s support for a pro-Palestinian group. Irish bookshops help meet UK demand for Sally Rooney novels Publisher Faber said it could no longer distribute Rooney’s books in the United … Read more
Applications to full-time MBA programs at US business schools fell 27% for the incoming class of 2028, with international student demand declining sharply amid uncertainty over the Donald Trump administration’s immigration and visa policies, according to a new survey by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC). International MBA applications to US plunge 38% amid Trump-era … Read more
PRISTINA, Kosovo — Angry protesters in Kosovo on Wednesday demanded state action over widespread violence against women in the staunchly patriarchal Balkan country, splashing red paint on government buildings in a message to the authorities that they have blood on their hands for failing to prevent it. Thousands in Kosovo demand state action after 8 … Read more
SpaceX reported strong third-quarter results on October 20, with its artificial intelligence (AI) business showing major growth. The company’s AI segment, called Super Intelligence (SI), was a key highlight of its latest results. SpaceX’s AI growth highlights opportunities for Nvidia and CoreWeave stocks. (AP Photo) SpaceX’s total revenue jumped 161% year over year to $14.6 … Read more
US mortgage rates fell for the first time in more than two months. However, the small drop has not encouraged more people to apply for home loans, as borrowing costs remain high. Mortgage rates are still close to their highest levels in several years. US mortgage rates fall, but homebuyer demand drops 7% amid high … Read more
Live Nation is expanding its business by building its own concert halls. The company, which has promoted and organised concerts around the world for decades, is now focusing on designing and developing its own venues. It wants to fill gaps in the market where suitable concert halls are not available and improve the experience of … Read more
PepsiCo is struggling to improve growth and profits in North America. The company said on Thursday that its recovery in the region is taking longer than expected, as demand for its snacks and drinks remains weak. PepsiCo faces weak demand, rising costs and pressure on North American sales. (Photographer: Sergio Flores/Bloomberg) (Bloomberg) PepsiCo CFO Steve … Read more
Washington, A bipartisan group of US Senators have written to the Trump administration seeking action against three India-based companies that allegedly hacked and stole data from thousands of Americans and US companies. US Senators demand action against three India-based companies for data ‘theft’ Democratic Senators Ron Wyden and Sheldon Whitehouse, and Republican Pat Harrigan, have … Read more
UK mortgage approvals for home purchases hit a new low, highlighting a weakened demand in the housing market amid rising borrowing costs. Mortgage approvals for house purchases in the UK fell to their lowest level since January 2024 in July, signalling weaker demand in the housing market as borrowing costs continue to weigh on prospective … Read more
According to Science Direct, the hospital’s annual cooling demand is about 1,000 MWh. A hospital in central Sweden found an unusual way to meet its summer cooling needs by storing snow from winter and using it months later. The Sundsvall Regional Hospital uses a large snow storage system designed to preserve winter cold until the … Read more