Kemi Badenoch replaces top Tory economic team in shadow Cabinet reshuffle

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Lake Ontario now called Lake America on Google Maps for US users after Trump ordered name change
Google says it has updated its maps application to rename Lake Ontario as “Lake America” for users in the United States
Bank of England governor: AI risks forcing global economic downturn
Warning comes as Chancellor John Healey announced a £100 million fund aimed at backing British AI start-ups
Fashion firm Shein readies for long-awaited stock market float
Investors will find how much the company is initially valued at when it makes its debut on the Hong Kong stock exchange
New Queensland e-bike laws begin today
From today, e-bike riders in Queensland will have to be at least 16 years of age and hold a valid driver's licence.
Danish giant steps in to help break Australia’s wind farm drought
A decision to greenlight the eastern seaboard’s largest wind farm in more than two years has provided a much-needed boos