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Nestlé will cut 16,000 jobs worldwide over the next two years as part of a major restructuring plan to boost growth and reduce costs. The layoffs — about 6% of its global workforce — include 12,000 white-collar roles and 4,000 positions in manufacturing and supply chains. “The world is changing and Nestlé needs to change faster,” said new chief executive Philipp Navratil, who took over last month after the dismissal of Laurent Freixe. Navratil aims to save 3 billion Swiss francs (£2.8 billion) by 2027 and push the company toward “a performance-driven culture” focused on innovation and market share. Nestlé,…

Luxury Demand and Consumer Strength Drive Early ResultsEuropean markets opened the earnings season on a high note as major corporations reported stronger-than-expected quarterly results. LVMH shares surged following signs of renewed luxury demand in key Asian markets, while Nestlé advanced after unveiling solid revenue figures and an aggressive efficiency push. The upbeat reports from these influential players helped lift overall confidence across the region’s equity markets. Corporate Profits Withstand Economic PressuresDespite inflation concerns and lingering global trade risks, European businesses have largely outperformed projections. Analysts now anticipate a slight rise in profits for the third quarter, reversing earlier forecasts of…

President Donald Trump announced that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had agreed to wind down India’s purchases of Russian oil. The declaration came as Washington increased pressure on Moscow’s energy revenues and sought to isolate the Kremlin over the war in Ukraine. Trump told reporters that Modi assured him India would stop buying Russian oil “within a short period of time.” He described the decision as “a big stop.” Washington’s growing pressure on New Delhi The US president has used India’s dependence on Russian oil as leverage in wider trade negotiations. So far, New Delhi has resisted, saying its energy…

Rhizanthella is one of the most extraordinary plants on Earth—an orchid that spends its entire life beneath the surface. It never emerges into the light, produces no leaves, and survives by drawing nutrients from a specific fungus. This fungus, in turn, feeds on organic matter in the soil and connects to the roots of the broom bush (Melaleuca uncinata), creating a delicate underground network that sustains the orchid. The species first came to global attention in 1928, when a farmer in Western Australia unearthed it while ploughing a field. Nearly a century later, it remains one of the world’s rarest…

Internal Rift Over Spending Priorities DeepensUrsula von der Leyen’s political alliance is warning it may oppose the European Union’s forthcoming budget plan unless major changes are made. Members of her centrist bloc argue that the 2028–2034 framework proposed by the European Commission fails to adequately protect core funding for agriculture and regional aid. With the European Parliament set to vote in November, the dispute has exposed widening divisions within the group that helped elevate von der Leyen to power. Controversy Over Funding Cuts and New LeviesLawmakers critical of the draft say the current version prioritizes new EU projects at the…

The New York City office market is showing a strong resurgence in 2025, with Manhattan leasing 23.2 million square feet of office space. This level of activity surpasses pre-pandemic figures, signaling a major comeback for the city’s commercial real estate sector. Rising return-to-office rates have contributed significantly to this growth. Companies are encouraging employees to resume in-person work, boosting demand for quality office space. Industries such as finance and technology are leading the way, seeking modern workspaces to accommodate expanding teams. High competition for prime properties has driven record-breaking lease agreements. More than 143 deals were signed at rates exceeding…

The U.S. Men’s National Team delivered a thrilling performance against Australia, clinching a 2-1 victory in a friendly match at Commerce City, Colorado. The match showcased the team’s resilience and tactical skill, marking a positive step forward for the squad. Australia opened the scoring early, putting the U.S. on the back foot. However, the Americans quickly regained momentum, demonstrating strong teamwork and strategic play. Haji Wright emerged as the star of the night, scoring both goals to secure the comeback win. Cristian Roldan played a pivotal role in the victory, assisting both of Wright’s goals. His precise passes and vision…

The United States has seized more than $14 billion in bitcoin and charged Cambodian businessman Chen Zhi, founder of the Prince Group, for allegedly running one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency scams. The joint US-UK operation revealed a sprawling criminal network built on fraud, forced labour, and global money laundering. Cambodian Businessman Accused of Leading Global Scam Chen Zhi, who holds Cambodian and British citizenship, was charged in New York with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering. Both the US and UK have sanctioned his companies and frozen his assets. UK authorities confirmed that 19 London properties linked…

Beijing’s Expanded Controls Prompt European Coordination EffortEuropean leaders are preparing a collective response following China’s decision to widen its export restrictions on critical raw materials that underpin the continent’s technology and energy industries. The measures, released under China’s Announcement No. 61, add several rare-earth elements—such as europium, holmium, thulium, erbium, and ytterbium—to the country’s list of regulated exports. After consultations on 14 October 2025, EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič confirmed that Brussels would cooperate closely with G7 partners to safeguard industrial production and shield strategic supply lines from further disruption. Europe’s Reliance on China Deepens Strategic ConcernsChina’s near-total dominance in…

Alcohol consumption is a major contributor to cancer in Europe, according to a new report by the World Health Organization’s (WHO) cancer research agency. Experts say that stronger government measures to reduce drinking could prevent tens of thousands of new cancer cases and deaths each year. In the European Union — the region with the world’s highest alcohol consumption — more than 111,000 new cancer cases in 2020 were linked to alcohol, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) reported. Globally, alcohol was associated with an estimated 741,000 new cancer cases, nearly 70% of which occurred in men. Beyond…