Prices of petroleum products are expected to rise from May 16 even if the government extends the programme aimed at cushioning consumers against rising prices
Prices of petroleum products are expected to rise from May 16 even if the government extends the programme aimed at cushioning consumers against rising prices
Britain's economy shrank for the second consecutive month in October, official data showed Friday, dealing a blow to the Labour government that has made economic growth a priority. Analysts have attributed part of the decline to uncertainty after the Labour government warned of "tough" measures in its budget at the end of October.
Asian markets fell Friday as China's latest vows to boost the beleaguered economy failed to stir much excitement, while traders looked ahead to a key Federal Reserve policy meeting next week.
US space tourism company Virgin Galactic announced Thursday it is exploring the possibility of opening a new base in Italy, potentially bringing crewed launches to Europe for the first time. The company competes in the suborbital space tourism market with Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin.
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