OpenAI CEO Sam Altman wins dismissal of sister's lawsuit

BBC - Oct 20, 2026

A US district judge dismissed the case after Ann Altman had refused to attend an independent medical examination.

Read full article

More News

Paddy Power cuts 1,400 jobs and blames betting tax rises

Oct 20, 2026

Paddy Power cuts 1,400 jobs and blames betting tax rises

The government increased taxes on online casino and sports betting in last year's Budget.

Trump Tariffs on Canada Spark Latest Lawsuit Over Trade Powers

Oct 20, 2026

Trump Tariffs on Canada Spark Latest Lawsuit Over Trade Powers

Once again, the president’s ability to wage a trade war without Congress will come before a court that has repeatedly ruled against him.

Union attacks NatWest plans to get workers back to the office

Oct 20, 2026

Union attacks NatWest plans to get workers back to the office

The bank says workers will be required to attend the office at least two days a week from February.

A ‘Doom Loop’ Threatens France as Populism Confronts Markets

Oct 20, 2026

A ‘Doom Loop’ Threatens France as Populism Confronts Markets

The turmoil shows the profound challenges facing governments stuck between unhappy citizens and wary bond investors.

Bereaved families could face 'unjust' tax bill after civil service pension delays

Oct 20, 2026

Bereaved families could face 'unjust' tax bill after civil service pension delays

The chairman of Parliament's Public Accounts Committee says families should not be taxed through no fault of their own.

Jobless rate falls but small firms cut back hiring

Oct 20, 2026

Jobless rate falls but small firms cut back hiring

Small firms cite labour costs as a key factor in scaling back hiring, the Office for National Statistics says.

£30 rise in payments for crisis-hit households

Oct 20, 2026

£30 rise in payments for crisis-hit households

More money is made available through a resilience fund for hard-pressed households in Sheffield.

'I'm fed up of swiping': The singles choosing dating events over apps

Oct 20, 2026

'I'm fed up of swiping': The singles choosing dating events over apps

The BBC hears from people who think dating events are better value for money than dating apps.

Chancellor rejects calls to raise Capital Gains Tax in Budget

Oct 20, 2026

Chancellor rejects calls to raise Capital Gains Tax in Budget

Influential Labour figures had been pushing for equalising CGT and income tax, but critics have said this could drive wealthy people out of Britain.

How Do Airports Prepare for a Plane Crash? Go Inside JFK’s Disaster Drill.

Oct 20, 2026

How Do Airports Prepare for a Plane Crash? Go Inside JFK’s Disaster Drill.

U.S. airports are required to hold a full-scale disaster drill every three years. Go inside a simulated plane crash at Kennedy Airport last weekend.

Burnham vows end to 'rip-off parking charges' under new rules

Oct 20, 2026

Burnham vows end to 'rip-off parking charges' under new rules

The changes come after concerns that penalties issued by private providers are too harsh and leave motorists unfairly punished.

What is the Budget and what could be in it?

Oct 20, 2026

What is the Budget and what could be in it?

Chancellor John Healey will set out his plans for UK taxes on 28 October.

Recommended

The Market Noise

The Market Noise is the first place to look when you need financial and economic insights. We deliver the most accurate news in the business and marketing world to you.

ABOUT US
NEWSLETTER

Copyright © 2015 - 2026 The Market Noise. All Rights Reserved.