Excess Errors Costing

Fear that winter fuel payment cut will cost lives

Wales' older people's commissioner says people will die because of the decision.

Ministers to oversee HS2 build as costs 'spiral'

The transport secretary also commissions a new independent review of the high-speed rail project.

UK government to launch HS2 review as costs spiral

Transport secretary Louise Haigh says delivery of rail link project has been ‘dire’

Business - Financial Times - October 20

How much will it cost to fix the NHS in England?

Latest data pinpoint the financial strain on the health service ahead of the Budget

Business - Financial Times - October 21

New workers' rights 'to cost firms £5bn a year'

Businesses will face additional costs over the measures which include boosts to sick pay and unfair dismissal rights.

Biden delivers remarks on lowering prescription drug costs

Watch live coverage as President Biden travels to New Hampshire to deliver remarks on his administration's efforts to lower the cost of prescription drugs.

Fortescue Iron Ore Shipments, Costs Rise

The company reiterated an annual production forecast of between 190 million and 200 million tons for the year through June 2025.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

How Trump, Harris propose cutting healthcare costs

The economy and healthcare are two of the top concerns for voters in this election cycle, and both tickets have promised to lower healthcare costs. When she introduced her economic agenda earlier ...

Politics - The Hill - October 25

Harris vs. Trump on lowering health care costs

Presented by Alliance for Aging Research — McDonald's E.coli issue worsens {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Harris vs. Trump: lowering health care costs The economy and health ...

Politics - The Hill - October 25

Have Paychecks Kept Up With the Cost of Living?

On average, pay has risen faster than prices in recent years. But the overall picture is complicated — and it’s not just facts versus “vibes.”

Business - The New York Times - October 28

PwC profits fall in Asia after scandals in China and Australia

Big Four firm reports slower global growth as regional woes compound consulting industry slowdown

Business - Financial Times - October 29

The OBR should trust markets on the cost of quantitative tightening

Rules of thumb aren’t helping

World - Financial Times - October 29

Santander's Profit Beats Expectations on Lower Provisions, Costs

Spain’s largest bank by market capitalization reported a 12% on-year increase in net profit for the three months ended Sept. 30, as lighter provisions and costs helped offset the impact from the ...

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

Volkswagen in Drive to Cut Costs as Earnings Plunge

The automaker said it needed to urgently cut costs after reporting a sharp fall in third-quarter earnings hurt by weaker car sales in China.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 30

Investors' reaction to Budget 'very different' to Truss, says Reeves's deputy

Treasury secretary speaks out to reassure the markets after a rise in the cost of government borrowing.

Why fewer teens get help with the costs of college

The number of teenage students getting the £40-a-week help with costs has halved since 2010.

Pubs hammered by ‘staggering extra costs’ from Budget

Shares in groups including JD Wetherspoon and Marston’s hit following national insurance and minimum wage increases

World - Financial Times - November 1

Why are university tuition fees going up?

Tuition fees in England are to rise for the first time in eight years, to help universities.

DHL Owner Net Profit Falls on Costs

Deutsche Post reported a lower net profit on higher costs and said it expects earnings to grow in the fourth quarter, even in a muted economic environment.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 5

£500mn and counting: companies reckon with UK Budget costs

Sainsbury’s, BT and Wetherspoons among those warning that changes may force price rises for customers

World - Financial Times - November 7

Vistry shares plunge as cost overruns hit profits

UK housebuilder blames ‘insufficient management capability’ and ‘poor divisional culture’ for underestimating costs

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Trump tariffs could cost UK £22bn of exports

The UK could face a £22bn hit to its exports if Donald Trump carries out his tariff threats, researchers say.

Making Fun of Men in China Comes at a Cost

Chinese companies are trying to exploit burgeoning interest in women-focused content without upsetting male customers.

World - The Wall Street Journal - 3 days ago

Butter thefts highlight cost of Russia’s war economy

Rampant inflation of staple food prices is linked to soaring defence spending

Business - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Why does it cost £100m for HS2 to protect bats?

Questions have been asked after HS2 said it had to apply for more than 8,000 consents.

'WhatsApp screen sharing scam lost me £20,000'

Felicity Campbell says she "felt sick" after realising she had been scammed out of about £20,000.

Vodacom Group Earnings Hit by Higher Costs

The mobile phone operator, majority-owned by Vodafone, reported a fall in net profit for the first half of the year as it booked a number of costs in its accounts.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 3 days ago

High childcare costs pose challenge for Australian business

Despite government subsidies, the expense is pushing many women out of the workforce

World - Financial Times - 23 hours ago

Employment rights bill will cost firms £5bn per year but benefits will justify costs, government says – UK politics live

Analysis from business and trade department says bill will significantly strengthen workers’ right. In the past the weirdest budget tradition was the convention that the chancellor is allowed to ...

World - The Guardian - October 21

Elder care costs are outpacing inflation. Americans want a lifeline.

A recent Kamala Harris campaign proposal targets at-home caregivers struggling with steep out-of-pocket expenses even as consumer prices finally stabilize.

The difference between Harris and Starmer

A cautious politician is easier to elect than an ambiguous one

Business - Financial Times - October 16

Disneyland to roll out exclusive line-skipping pass. Here's what it costs

Disneyland will soon allow a limited number of guests to buy a $400 pass giving them access to all Lightning Lane attractions without having to book specific times to ride.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 16

Disney rolls out line-skipping park passes costing up to $449

Disney parks are adding a top-tier, line-skipping upgrade with a whole new world of pricing: as much as $449 per person on top of park admission, Walt Disney Co.

Negative stereotypes in international media cost Africa £3.2bn a year – report

Focus on conflict, corruption and poverty heightens perception of risk, raising interest on sovereign debt, authors say. . Africa loses up to £3.2bn yearly in inflated interest payments on ...

World - The Guardian - October 17

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