Chinese garlic is a national security risk, says US senator
Rick Scott says Chinese garlic grown in sewage is unsafe and poses a threat to national security.
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US jobless rate falls to lowest level since July
Employers added a better-than-expected 199,000 jobs in November, despite efforts to cool the economy.
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Google admits AI viral video was edited to look better
Instead of the AI responding to voice and video, it was fed text prompts and still images.
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Microsoft’s links with OpenAI to be examined by competition watchdog
The Competition and Markets Authority will consider if links between the two could be considered a merger.
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Edinburgh Reforms: City shake-up branded ‘damp squib’ by MPs
The Treasury Committee says much of what was promised by the chancellor has not materialised.
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Average two-year mortgage rate falls below 6%
Mortgage providers have been cutting rates, but many homeowners still face a payment shock.
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ScotRail consults customers on ending alcohol ban
The online survey comes three years after restrictions were introduced to stop the spread of Covid-19.
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Disney: Elon Musk calls for boss to be fired over ad spat
It comes a week after the multi-billionaire launched a profane attack on advertisers that left X.
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Oxfam shop and office workers strike for first time
The walkout is over pay with some staff at the anti-poverty charity reporting having to use foodbanks, a union says.
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Mobile phones: Firms face £3bn legal claim for overcharging
Lawsuit alleges Vodafone, EE, Three and O2 overcharged existing customers for their mobiles.
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