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Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
The Hut Group snaps up former Jamie’s Italian site for high street debut

Beauty and wellness giant The Hut Group (THG) has snapped up a former Jamie's Italian to open its first venture into bricks-and-mortar shopping.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Call for new safety standards to prevent deaths from button batteries

The death of a child who swallowed a button battery has led to recommendations for new safety standards and guidance for emergency health workers.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Science & Tech
High-tech home upgrades for your smart home

Here are a handful of impressive, new AI-powered gadgets that can do most of the thinking for you around the house.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Pitbull with a selfie on her ear finds online fame

A two-year-old pitbull terrier has found online fame because she has a selfie on her ear.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Science & Tech
These high-tech home upgrades are smarter so you don't have to work harder

Here are a handful of new AI-powered gadgets that can do most of the thinking — and even some of the heavy lifting — around the house for you.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Science & Tech
6 travel hacks you need to know for summer vacation

As you book your vacation, here are 6 tech hacks to do to make your trip hassle-free and help keep your family safe and secure.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Science & Tech
Is Facebook listening to me? Why those ads appear after you talk about things

Facebook denies it monitors your conversations to serve you ads on your News Feed. So what does it really do? And why are there so many coincidences?

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Two pilots killed as plane skids off runway in Siberia

Two pilots have been killed and 31 passengers injured in a plane accident in eastern Siberia, local officials said.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Business
US debt to hit 144% of GDP in 30yrs & keep growing with no end in sight – CBO

US federal debt is projected to soar in the next 30 years, reaching 144 percent of GDP by 2049, according to a report from the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released...

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Fewer markdowns pay off for H&M Group

Clothing giant H&M has reported an increase in sales during the first half, as its efforts to reduce the level of discounted items paid off.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Serco shares jump after it nudges 2019 revenue expectations higher

Outsourcing firm Serco has seen shares jump after it hailed strong revenue growth as it continued its turnaround following years of decline.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
New software glitch found in Boeing’s troubled 737 Max jet

A new software problem has been found in the troubled Boeing 737 Max that is almost certain to further delay the plane's return to flying after two deadly crashes.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Japan warns UK prime minister hopefuls Boris Johnson and Jeremy Hunt against no-deal Brexit

Japan has publicly cautioned the two candidates vying to replace UK Prime Minister Theresa May that Japanese investment could leave the country if there is a no-deal Brexit, urging Boris...

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Japan warns UK prime minister hopefuls Boris Johnson and Jeremy Hunt against no-deal Brexit

Japan has publicly cautioned the two candidates vying to replace UK Prime Minister Theresa May that Japanese investment could leave the country if there is a no-deal Brexit, urging Boris...

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Australian student missing in North Korea after failing to contact family

The Australian government is "urgently seeking clarification" on reports that one of its citizens has been detained in North Korea.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Boss of car dealer Pendragon quits after less than three months

Struggling car dealer Pendragon has been rocked by new chief executive Mark Herbert driving off into the sunset less than three months after taking the top job.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Millennials and vegans driving health kick at Greene King

Pubs group Greene King is hoping to cash in on the growing popularity of veganism, as new boss Nick Mackenzie vowed to offer more vegan meals on menus.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Four orphaned baby skunks rescued by police officers in New York

Four orphaned baby skunks have been taken to a wildlife centre after they were found on Tuesday by police officers in New York.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Woman (21) killed by sharks while on family holiday

An American woman on holiday in the Bahamas has been killed by sharks.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Science & Tech
Can't wait for that delivery? Amazon, Rite Aid team up to make it easier to get packages

Amazon shoppers can pick up their packages at more than one hundred Rite Aid stores, starting Thursday. The service will expand to more than 1,500.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Wayne Rooney scores from 70 yards as DC United beat Orlando

Wayne Rooney's superb strike from his own half proved to be the difference as DC United returned to winning ways against Orlando City.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Angela Merkel seen shaking again at event in Berlin

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has appeared unsteady and shaking for the second time in 10 days.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Superdry postpones results after boardroom clear-out

Retailer Superdry has delayed releasing its annual results as it grapples with charges relating to store changes and its recent boardroom clear-out following the return of the company's founder.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
US Presidential hopeful Elizabeth Warren emerges from first Democratic Party debate unscathed

A lot could have gone wrong for Elizabeth Warren at Wednesday's Democratic presidential debate.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Democratic presidential debate at a glance

Democrats hoping that Wednesday night's first presidential debate of the 2020 campaign would help clarify some issues were probably disappointed. There were no major stumbles, but few standout moments as...

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Farming
Sheep farmers turn to the Greens for help on wool prices

Sheep farmers are turning to the Green Party in a bid to reverse the slump in wool prices.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Farming
Helen Harris: Our winter barley crop is still standing despite rainfall that was enough to flatten some crops

This time last year, we were very stressed about the drought. This year, we had showers that were heavy enough to flatten crops.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Farming
Glyphosate use will eventually end, Merkel says

Use of Bayer's contested weedkiller glyphosate, the subject of more than 10,000 lawsuits in the U.S. over claims it causes cancer, will eventually die out, German Chancellor Angela Merkel told...

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Farming
Ballycastle farmer Sean plans Game of Thrones tree souvenirs

A fallen tree made famous by hit fantasy TV show Game of Thrones has found a new home.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Farming
Alarm bells raised on succession as just 15pc of farmers have a plan in place

Just 15pc of farmers have a clear succession plan in place, a major survey has found.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Farming
‘A Mercosur deal and hard Brexit would be a double hit for Irish beef’ – Bord Bia chief

A Mercosur deal coupled with a hard Brexit would be "an extraordinary double hit" for the Irish beef industry, Bord Bia CEO Tara McCarthy has said.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Science & Tech
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg on election interference: Feds have 'tools to apply pressure to Russia, not us'

Breaking up Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg said Wednesday, wouldn't solve issues of misinformation, privacy or election interference.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
US Democrats face off in first presidential debate

The first debate of the 2020 Democratic US presidential race kicked off with a two-hour event featuring 10 candidates, including three senators, a mayor and several current or former members...

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Farming
81,000 face paying thousands ‘just to connect to broadband’

Up to 81,000 homes face new broadband connection fees running into thousands of euro under Eir's replacement National Broadband Plan, Government officials have warned.

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Trump criticises ‘one-sided’ deal to help Japan in event of attack

Donald Trump has complained that Japan would not have to help if the US were attacked, suggesting citizens of the allied country "can watch it on a Sony television".

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Netanyahu trying to call off redo of election

Less than three months after narrowly winning his fifth term as Israel's prime minister and a month after calling a second election, Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly trying to undo the...

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Iran ‘will breach nuclear deal’

The confrontation between Iran and the United States is expected to escalate today after Tehran warned it was ready to violate its commitments to the 2015 nuclear deal for the...

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
E-cigarette sales facing ban in San Francisco

San Francisco has become the first major city in the United States to effectively ban the sale of e-cigarettes, reacting to a dramatic rise in the number of young Americans...

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
Democrats pin blame for deaths on Trump’s hard-line policies

Candidates hoping to run for the US presidency have blamed Donald Trump's hard-line immigration policies for the deaths of migrants on the US border after a graphic photograph of a...

Posted by The Analyst | June 27, 2019 | Breaking News
City kills 13,000 dogs a month for their meat

More than 13,000 dogs are slaughtered each month in an Indonesian city to keep up with the demand for the animals' meat.