Barclays to Cut 5,000 Jobs in A.I.-Driven Push to Lower Costs

New York Times - Oct 22, 2026

The move is the latest illustration of a company saying it believes it can be more efficient with fewer workers because of artificial intelligence.

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Regina mom hopes new HIV testing program will help others giving birth

Oct 22, 2026

Regina mom hopes new HIV testing program will help others giving birth

Saskatchewan is the first jurisdiction in Canada to use the rapid, on-site test in a widespread way and one of the first in the world to use it for determining best care for newborns based on viral loads of mothers, the manufacturer says.

Finland is Looking for 16 Singles to Join the World’s Most Epic Blind Dinner Date

Oct 22, 2026

Finland is Looking for 16 Singles to Join the World’s Most Epic Blind Dinner Date

Forget dating apps and awkward first dates. Finland, the world’s happiest country, is taking romance to a whole new level by inviting 16 lucky singles on an unforgettable culinary adventure this February, with the chance to fall in love with Finnish food, its people and perhaps even someone special. As part of its Have Some Finnish campaign, Visit Finland is inviting international singles to experience the country’s culinary traditions through two exclusive group dinner dates, taking place in Helsinki and Tampere, in Finland’s beautiful Lakeland region.

From New York to Jeju Island: an American joins South Korea’s famed female free divers

Oct 22, 2026

From New York to Jeju Island: an American joins South Korea’s famed female free divers

By Lee Hae-rin For American Kylie Genter, a day at the beach is no longer a day off for sunbathing and swimming. Instead, it is a place where she prays for her safety before diving into the waters to gather abalone and shellfish for a living. What others see as a holiday destination has become, to her, a workplace and a landscape of possibilities. Since she began diving as a haenyeo – female divers who harvest seafood by hand – in January 2024, the work has changed how she sees the sea. Finding...

Singapore Airlines to Upgrade KrisWorld Inflight Entertainment with 4K Screens and Starlink

Oct 22, 2026

Singapore Airlines to Upgrade KrisWorld Inflight Entertainment with 4K Screens and Starlink

Singapore Airlines’ next-generation KrisWorld will feature Bluetooth headphone pairing, saved seat settings and a wellness planner, reaching 41 retrofitted A350s and the incoming 777-9 from 2027. The post Singapore Airlines to Upgrade KrisWorld Inflight Entertainment with 4K Screens and Starlink appeared first on Business Traveller.

Meet Victoria’s Secret model Barbara Palvin’s sister, Anita, who planned her wedding

Oct 22, 2026

Meet Victoria’s Secret model Barbara Palvin’s sister, Anita, who planned her wedding

On October 18, Hungarian supermodel Barbara Palvin walked the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show runway, just six weeks after giving birth to her first child with husband Dylan Sprouse. The 33-year-old reportedly welcomed daughter Sylvie on September 7 and had a “great night with [her] newborn” before returning for the VS show in Los Angeles, she told People. “I’m going to be six weeks postpartum tomorrow, which is, I think in the US, most people have to go back after six weeks. So it’s not that big...

Woman 'scared to turn heating on' due to oil cost

Oct 22, 2026

Woman 'scared to turn heating on' due to oil cost

Roslynn Garner-Gatley uses a hot water bottle bed socks and earlier bedtimes to stay warm.

Go On An Unplanned 3 A.M. Road Trip, And We’ll Reveal Your Secret Power

Oct 22, 2026

Go On An Unplanned 3 A.M. Road Trip, And We’ll Reveal Your Secret Power

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Iowa, Usually Red, Is in Play This Midterm as Economic Woes Mount

Oct 22, 2026

Iowa, Usually Red, Is in Play This Midterm as Economic Woes Mount

The Trump administration’s policies could cost Republicans in a state that is being hit hard by expensive diesel prices and uncertainty over trade.

For Clues About How A.I. Will Change Work, Look to the Past

Oct 22, 2026

For Clues About How A.I. Will Change Work, Look to the Past

Economists hope earlier episodes of labor disruption, from the Industrial Revolution to the Great Depression, can help us prepare for the age of artificial intelligence.

When Do Rules on Historic Preservation Go Too Far?

Oct 22, 2026

When Do Rules on Historic Preservation Go Too Far?

Saratoga Springs, N.Y., stands out for its preservation efforts. But some say strict designs have become a burden for residents.

Help! Why Won’t Travel Insurance Pay for My $17,500 Broken Leg?

Oct 22, 2026

Help! Why Won’t Travel Insurance Pay for My $17,500 Broken Leg?

An American tourist had emergency surgery in Thailand after tripping and falling at an ice cream counter. Good thing he bought insurance — or so it seemed.

Uruguay Returns to WTM London After Nearly a Decade

Oct 22, 2026

Uruguay Returns to WTM London After Nearly a Decade

Minister of Tourism heads Uruguay’s return to WTM, highlights improved connectivity, growing opportunities for the travel trade and a diverse tourism offering

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