UK Economy Grows 0.6% in First Quarter; Aviva Reports 19% Premium Increase
The UK economy expanded 0.6% in the first quarter while insurer Aviva reported quarterly general insurance premiums of £3.4 billion.
The UK economy expanded 0.6% in the first quarter while insurer Aviva reported quarterly general insurance premiums of £3.4 billion.

Over 1,000 entertainment industry professionals, including Jane Fonda and Joaquin Phoenix, have signed an open letter opposing the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger.

Mexican and U.S. officials rejected CNN reporting that claimed CIA involvement in the assassination of a cartel member inside Mexico.
South Korea and China expand flight agreements while Solomon Islands reviews China security pact and seeks closer Australia ties.

Several Republican senators are reportedly losing confidence in Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth amid ongoing Pentagon challenges.

Federal authorities declared a power emergency in the Southeast as severe heat waves strain electrical systems nationwide.

Worldwide military expenditure hit a record high driven by European defense buildup, while various nations seek new funding mechanisms for security investments.
Acting antitrust chief Omeed Assefi indicated the Justice Department will maintain aggressive antitrust enforcement despite the administration change.
French luxury conglomerate LVMH reported weaker-than-expected quarterly revenue of $22.42 billion as geopolitical tensions disrupted recovery hopes.
The Federal Reserve's latest Beige Book shows steady employment alongside rising inflation as the central bank prepares for new leadership.

President Trump has privately asked allies about firing Kristi Noem following her Senate hearing and amid scrutiny over a $220 million advertising campaign.

Ukrainian President Zelensky announced Ukraine will deploy military specialists to help counter Iranian drones in the Middle East following a U.S. request.

Chinese battery maker CATL announced new lithium iron phosphate battery technology that can charge from 10% to 98% in under seven minutes.

Cancer patient prescriptions for ivermectin increased sharply after actor Mel Gibson claimed the drug cured friends of cancer, raising medical concerns.

Netflix increased monthly subscription costs by $2 for standard and premium tiers, continuing industry trend of streaming price hikes.
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