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The column argues that a potential US rate hike could pressure the Bank of England, while criticising Labour's tax and employment policies as damaging workers, especially young people. It also covers bond-market pressure, inflation, and a corporate dispute involving Magnum and Ben & Jerry's.
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San Diego’s City Council voted 8-0 to pass a resolution demanding local control over Waymo’s robotaxi operations after California regulators approved the company’s expansion. Council members and residents cited safety and taxi-driver livelihood concerns, while Waymo defended its safety record and local collaboration. The resolution also seeks to bar driverless cars from the airport.
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CNN, NBC, and CBS have interviewed AI-generated 'actress' Tilly Norwood, prompting criticism from SAG-AFTRA and media observers. The article highlights skepticism over treating an AI creation as a legitimate actor.
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Official figures show payroll employment fell by another 26,000 last month, bringing total job losses since June 2024 to 216,000, with vacancies at their lowest level since 2014 outside the pandemic. The article attributes the decline to Labour's tax increases, minimum wage rises, and workers' rights rules, while warning of further cost-of-living pressure from energy bills.