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Colombias budding tech scene needs a cash boost
Rappi’s success signals a bigger change happening in Colombia – the country has shaken off its dangerous reputation, especially since the 2016 Peace Accord. It has become a magnate not only for tourists, but also immigrants moving to destinations such as Medellín and Bogotá from the likes of the US, Canada and the UK.
US economy grows at fastest pace in two years
Natalie ShermanBusiness reporter Bloomberg via Getty Images The US economy picked up speed over the three months to September, as consumer spending jumped and exports increased. The world’s largest economy expanded at an annual rate of 4.3%, up from 3.8% in the previous quarter. That was better than expected, and marked the strongest growth in…
School uniform swap shop helps save money and tackles second hand clothes stigma
Almost half of parents said they’re worried about the cost of school uniforms, according to research by the charity Save the Children and the Baby Bank Alliance network. Elise, a mum of three, has just picked up a new uniform for her son Charlie. “It’s really expensive, I’ve got three kids you’ve got to get…
Government borrowing falls by more than a third in December
UK government borrowing was significantly lower last month, due to an increase in tax income outweighing spending, official figures show. In December government borrowing – the difference between public spending and tax income – was £11.6bn, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said. It is down £7.1bn – 38% – from the previous December, and…
