Roman Abramovich makes claim of ‘conspiracy’ against Jersey government Move threatens to throw open parts of secretive legal battle on Channel island about ex-Chelsea owner’s wealth
Global markets struggle after tech sell-off and fears over Chinese economy Reaction follows Wall Street’s worst day in a month and unprecedented slump in investment in China
Trump accused of caving to big business after deal to cut Swiss tariffs to 15% Rolex denies ‘any negotiation’ with US although luxury watchmaker entertained Trump and gave him gold clock
China voices ‘extreme disappointment’ with Dutch minister at centre of car chip row Vincent Karremans called semiconductor supply chain crisis a ‘wake-up call for western leaders’
EU court rules non-alcoholic drinks cannot be called gin Judges in Luxembourg say EU law prohibits use of term ‘non-alcoholic gin’, in case brought by German lobby group
Ineos to cut hundreds of jobs as carmaker struggles with debts Company owned by billionaire Jim Ratcliffe says it is simplifying its head office to improve efficiency
EU investigates Google over ‘demotion’ of commercial content from news media Some content created with advertisers is no longer visible, which could mean loss of revenue, officials say
‘I’d do it all again,’ says Dutch minister at heart of car chip standoff with China Exclusive: Vincent Karremans says six-week row with Beijing that threatened global car production is ‘wake-up call’
Sicily deserves better than the looming prospect of a giant bridge that will never get built Troubled waters over the world’s longest suspension bridge are no surprise. The Italian government should be funding public services, says Florence-based writer Jamie Mackay
Supply boom in cheaper renewables will seal end of fossil fuel era, says IEA Watchdog’s flagship report says rise in low-carbon electricity will make transition ‘inevitable’, despite Trump’s calls to carry on drilling
Nexperia row shows how China is weaponising EU relationship – and winning Experts say Brussels must stand up against Beijing using supplies of vital chips and minerals as ‘sword of Damocles’
Ukraine’s energy sector faces wide-scale investigation over ‘kickback’ allegations Anti-corruption agency says state nuclear power operator Energoatom taking illicit payments of 10-15%
Plant importers say border delays in Kent could drive up prices and stop deliveries from EU Traders report long waits at Sevington inspection post and claim trees and shrubs are repeatedly being damaged
EU could water down AI Act amid pressure from Trump and big tech European Commission confirms reports it is looking at postponing parts of landmark legislation
China poised to lift ban on chips exports to European carmakers after US deal Dispute began with Dutch government takeover of Nexperia and China halting exports, threatening car production