Author: Andrew Rogers

BP has warned it will write down up to $5bn on its green energy operations as it refocuses on oil and gas under new chair Albert Manifold. The impairment largely affects BP’s gas and low-carbon transition businesses, including cancelled hydrogen projects and efforts to sell a stake in its solar arm, Lightsource. BP said the writedown would not impact underlying profits when full-year results are published in February. The announcement comes amid weaker oil trading and falling crude prices, with Brent averaging $63.73 a barrel in the final quarter of last year. BP shares dipped following the update, while rival…

Diageo is reportedly considering the sale of its Chinese assets as part of a strategic review under its new chief executive, Dave Lewis. According to Bloomberg News, the owner of Guinness and Johnnie Walker is working with Goldman Sachs and UBS to assess its operations in China, where sales have declined sharply. Diageo’s Chinese holdings include a majority stake in Sichuan Swellfun, a Shanghai-listed producer and distributor of baijiu. Shares in Swellfun have fallen 14% over the past year, leaving the company valued at about 19.2bn yuan. The banks are said to be sounding out interest from Chinese strategic buyers…

Same-sex sexual behaviour among non-human primates may help reinforce social bonds and maintain group cohesion during periods of environmental or social stress, according to new research. Writing in Nature Ecology & Evolution, researchers analysed reports across 59 primate species, including chimpanzees, Barbary macaques and mountain gorillas, finding the behaviour to be widespread. The study, led by scientists from Imperial College London, suggests such behaviour is more common in species living in harsh, dry environments with scarce resources and higher predation risks. It was also linked to longer lifespans, pronounced size differences between males and females, and complex social hierarchies, all…

West Ham United edged past Queens Park Rangers after extra time to reach the FA Cup fourth round, easing pressure on Nuno Espírito Santo with a first win since November. The tie underlined West Ham’s fragility, however, as Championship opposition pushed them deep into the contest and exposed ongoing concerns about form and organisation. The decisive moment came when January signing Taty Castellanos headed home the winner from a fine cross by Crysencio Summerville, who also scored West Ham’s opener with one of his best displays for the club. For a brief afternoon, the cup masked Premier League anxieties and…

Chelsea began the Liam Rosenior era with a comfortable 5-1 win over Charlton Athletic to reach the FA Cup fourth round. Despite the convincing performance, frustration among Chelsea supporters dominated the atmosphere, with chants aimed at the club’s owners continuing throughout the match. Rosenior, appointed after Enzo Maresca’s departure, rotated his squad ahead of upcoming fixtures but saw his side control possession and tempo. Goals from Jorrel Hato, Tosin Adarabioyo, Marc Guiu, Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernández sealed the result, while Charlton briefly threatened through Miles Leaburn. A lively cameo from teenage winger Estevão Willian underlined Chelsea’s talent, yet fan…

Bukayo Saka has agreed a new five-year contract with Arsenal that will make him one of the highest-paid players in the club’s history. The deal, expected to run until 2031, represents a significant wage increase on the contract he signed in 2023 and reflects his importance to the team. Arsenal believe the agreement will take Saka’s earnings to around £300,000 a week, placing him among Europe’s elite players. The England international has been central to Arsenal’s recent success, helping them establish a commanding lead at the top of the Premier League while carefully managing his minutes following a minor hamstring…

People who stop using weight-loss injections regain the weight they lost in under two years, a major study has found. The drugs, known as GLP-1 agonists, were originally developed for diabetes and work by suppressing appetite. The analysis, led by researchers at the University of Oxford and published in the BMJ, reviewed 37 studies involving more than 9,300 participants. On average, people regained weight at a rate of 0.4kg per month after stopping medication, returning to their original weight within about 1.7 years. This was almost four times faster than weight regain seen after behavioural programmes such as diet and…

Nottingham Forest boosted their survival hopes with a late comeback victory that intensified West Ham United’s relegation fears. West Ham led early in the second half but saw a Crysencio Summerville goal disallowed before Forest responded immediately through Nicolás Domínguez. The decisive moment came in the 89th minute when Morgan Gibbs-White converted a penalty after being fouled by Alphonse Areola. Despite a livelier display, West Ham again failed to defend decisively and remain winless under Nuno Espírito Santo. Forest, managed by Sean Dyche, ended a poor run of form, while West Ham’s lack of organisation and confidence left them drifting…

Manchester City will be without Rúben Dias for up to six weeks with a hamstring injury. The setback deepens Pep Guardiola’s defensive problems, with Josko Gvardiol also sidelined for the season. City may enter the transfer market, with interest in Marc Guéhi. Meanwhile, a move for Antoine Semenyo is close, with a medical scheduled after City agreed to meet his £65m release clause.

Jackson, Mississippi is set to welcome a new wave of travelers as the city prepares to launch its first nonstop flights to Miami and Phoenix. The flights are scheduled to start in March 2026, marking a major milestone for the city’s travel network. The new connections aim to make travel easier for both tourists and business travelers. Miami, known for its beaches and cultural attractions, and Phoenix, a growing hub for business and leisure tourism, are expected to draw more visitors to Jackson. City officials say the nonstop flights will not only make trips faster but will also improve economic…