Russia fines Google $2.5 decillion for YouTube bans—eclipsing global GDP
It would take more than 33 quintillion years for Google to pay Russia based on its annual profits last year.
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A little-known startup is acquiring enormous diamonds—and using blockchain tech to shake up a $100 billion industry
HB Antwerp uses a blockchain to track diamonds and to route more money to the stones' home country. Industry giant DeBeers has followed suit.
The Fed’s go-to inflation monitor just dropped to the lowest level since the pandemic
With inflation continuing to slow, the Fed is expected to further reduce its rate by a quarter-point in November and likely by another quarter-point in December.
Flood Of The Century Kills At Least 158 In Spain, Search For Bodies Continues
The death toll is expected to rise as officials continue to remove bodies from vehicles and an unknown number of people still missing.
How will the new vaping tax work?
Single-use disposable vapes will be banned, and a new vaping duty will be introduced to protect health.
Emma Barnett: I spent day at abortion clinic ahead of protest ban
As a ban on protesting within 150m of abortion clinics is introduced, the BBC speaks to anti-abortion activists.
Why calendar offers hope to international rugby league
England's Test series with Samoa has whetted the appetite for international rugby league, and an improved calendar offers hope for more, writes Matt Newsum.
Dodgers win World Series after thrilling comeback
The Los Angeles Dodgers clinch the 2024 World Series after recovering from 5-0 down to beat the New York Yankees 7-6 at Yankee Stadium and seal a 4-1 series victory.
Amorim expected to stay at Sporting until mid-November
Prospective new Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim is expected to stay at Sporting until next month's international break.
