Germany now world's third largest economy as Japan loses its spot
Japan’s economy is now the world’s fourth-largest after it contracted in the last quarter of 2023 and fell behind Germany.
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UK expected to have fallen into recession at the end of last year
The UK may have fallen into recession towards the end of last year, with official figures due to be released on Thursday expected to confirm this.
Transformation of town centre continues with major work complete
The transformation of Stretford town centre is progressing well following the completion of public realm improvements. Trafford council and its property company partner Bruntwood are continuing work at the Kingsway and Barton Road junction to make it safer and greener for cyclists, motorists and pedestrians.
Russian tourists are banned in most of Europe, but this country is welcoming them with open arms
The first group of tourists allowed into North Korea since the start of the pandemic will shortly arrive into the isolated country.
MotoGP cancels Argentina round due to economic crisis
MotoGP's Argentina Grand Prix has been cancelled due to circumstances in the country, series organisers said on Wednesday.
Employment surge as Spain sees 780,000 new jobs created in past year
Spain's unemployment rate fell to 11.76% in the fourth quarter of 2023, down from 11.84% in the previous quarter, according to the Spanish National Statistics Institute (INE).
Saudi Arabia opens its first alcohol shop in more than 70 years
For the first time in over 70 years, a shop selling alcohol has opened in Saudi Arabia, a diplomat revealed on Wednesday. The move marks another step towards social liberalisation in the kingdom home to the holiest sites in Islam.
What does the future hold for the European Green Deal?
In a bid to make Europe climate-neutral by 2050, the European Commission has rolled out landmark green legislation and aims to mobilise at least €1 trillion in sustainable investments over the next decade.