Archive for May 18th, 2026

UK growth forecast upgraded by IMF but risks remain

May 18

Growth has been upgraded from 0.8% to 1% for 2026 […]

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    • HS2 failings blamed on high-speed focus and political pressure

    May 18

    A new reviews confirms the high-speed rail line’s “original sins” […]

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    • Global oil prices and bond yields rise after Trump warns Iran over stalled peace talks

    May 18

    Energy markets have been on a wild ride as the […]

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    • Instant AI answers can trivialise human intelligence, warns Royal Observatory

    May 18

    Paddy Rodgers said the Observatory’s rich history showed the power […]

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