This week's UK business roundup: Consumer spending dips, ISA providers lag on flexible rules, and energy users face rising bills. Plus, insights into UK's investor appeal. Read more...

A turbulent week in Spanish politics sees accusations of scandal, business discontent with political leaders, and the tragic death of Lugo's mayor, Paula Alvarello. Read more...

Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism over inheritance tax policies and potential green spending cuts, while a UK man is jailed for a tragic murder. The UK's political landscape is shifting. Read more...

Uganda sees new High Court judges appointed and an integrity forum held in Nabilatuk, aiming to boost justice and public service delivery. Plus, a look at NRM leadership. Read more...

The Trump administration is reportedly considering easing sanctions on Russia to improve diplomatic relations and resolve the Ukraine conflict. Also, Trump's immigration policies are expanding. Read more...

Recent political developments show Trump halting aid to Ukraine, leaving Starmer and European leaders scrambling, while a Labour peer faces scrutiny over lobbying. Read more...

Welfare cuts are planned in the UK, while a major highway project in France is halted by court order. Plus, an Everett mayor faces scrutiny over payments. Read more...

Labour grapples with proposed spending cuts under Rachel Reeves and a watered-down bill to protect children from addictive social media, revealing internal tensions. Read more...

A former 1MDB chairman denies cronyism, a civil servant is found dead in the Treasury, and police arrest two men after a high-speed chase in Johor. Read more...

From Slovakia to Germany and Brazil, law enforcement agencies are actively investigating and apprehending suspects in various criminal cases, including robbery, murder, and vehicular assault. Read more...

The US pressures Chevron in Venezuela, but energy stocks, including Chevron, remain attractive investment options. Tax refunds could be a good source of investment capital. Read more...

A look at key moments from Trump's week, including his "America is back" speech, a win for small businesses, and the VA Secretary as designated survivor. Read more...

Barclays faces a mix of challenges and opportunities, from IT outages and customer compensation to analyst upgrades and a former boss's legal fight over Epstein links. This article summarizes recent news surrounding the bank. Read more...

Malaysia announces financial aid for civil servants, special passes for investors, and considers empowering police to combat environmental crimes. A Treasury official's death remains under investigation. Read more...

Malaysia faces a range of sensitive issues, from religious satire and racial tensions to investigations into deaths and illegal trading. Police are actively involved in several cases. Read more...

Spanish banks face tax scrutiny, a promoter hides money offshore, the government reviews Muface, and On Holding's stock dips despite strong growth. Read more...

The UK government plans welfare cuts, Molly Russell's father critiques online safety, and Channel 4 faces scrutiny for featuring a Hamas official's son. Read more...

Tesla sees UK sales rise despite controversy, BP cuts CEO pay after missed targets, and a stately home hits the market at a surprising price. Plus, the latest on gender equality in the workplace. Read more...

A look at the grim reality of the Calais migrant warehouse, UK Treasury spending cuts at GB Energy, and a child abuse case where the perpetrator was jailed. Read more...

President Trump signs an executive order to create a strategic bitcoin reserve while tariff controversies are put on hold. China vows to fight Trump's tariffs "until the end." Read more...