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Nvidia found a new way to keep the AI boom funded: your retirement money

A $500 billion Wall Street push could route insurance and pension capital into GPU-backed infrastructure as Big Tech leans harder on debt.

Fortune · Aug 12

'GTA 6' Is Worth Much More Than $80, Says Analyst: 'They Should Be Charging Like $200 For This Game'

An analyst argues "GTA 6" is worth $200, claiming Rockstar underpriced the blockbuster despite its massive budget and years of development.

Player One · Jul 15

Wind farm worker sues for £500k after falling 25 metres from gangway into North Sea

Ben Thompson alleges that GE Energy UK was negligent

The Independent UK · Apr 23

The impossible cost of getting on the housing ladder revealed – and why Gen-Z may never own a home

SPECIAL REPORT : Research by the Independent shows first-time buyers are forking out 10 times more cash for home deposits than they were 30 years ago, while average rents eat up half the average income. Alicja Hagopian reports

The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2025

BBC Reporter’s Hilarious Rant at Manchester Airport Has Viewers in Stitches

BBC Breakfast viewers were treated to a funny and totally relatable moment on Monday morning’s show as reporter Sarah Rogers found herself reporting live from Manchester Airport.

The Fashion Central · Apr 23, 2025

BBC Breakfast Shake-Up as Presenter Takes a Break Leaving Ben Thompson Hosting Solo

In a rare change to the usual format of BBC Breakfast, presenter Nina Warhust is taking a well-deserved break from the show this Sunday.

The Fashion Central · Feb 17, 2025

Google Is Big. Does That Make It a Monopoly?

To understand the federal government's case against Google Search, you need to understand the different visions over monopoly and government power.

Reason · Feb 16, 2025

Uber's CEO says no one wants to compete with Tesla—or Elon Musk

Tesla's Cybercab, or robo-taxi, was announced last October and is due to hit the roads in Texas this June as part of a trial roll-out.

Fortune · Feb 14, 2025

The pitfalls to avoid when buying a home with a friend

An expert explains the potential benefits and downsides to think about.

The Independent UK · Jan 17, 2025

BBC viewers make same LL Cool J demand after uplifting Breakfast interview

Rapper got comfortable as he put his feet up on the BBC Breakfast coffee table

The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2024