Business news — October 15, 2026

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1. BusinessLawNorth AmericaBudget

   Oct 15, 2026, 22:46 UTC

   

   Congress Delays Budget Vote; Debate Resumes Monday

   The Colombian Congress has postponed the second debate on the General Budget Bill (PGN) for 2027, with the vote on obstacles yet to begin. The plenary session was adjourned until Monday, October 19, just one day before the maximum deadline set for the Legislature to approve the initiative. The delay is due to differences between the Government and various sectors of Congress regarding the content of the budget and the way the discussion was conducted.

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2. BusinessMiddle East

   Oct 15, 2026, 11:21 UTC

   

   Harry and Meghan's First Joint Appearance Since UK Return

   Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made their first joint public appearance since returning to the UK, visiting Nottingham for a series of engagements focused on supporting young people, fighting social exclusion, and community work. The visit held special significance as it was the scene of their first ever joint royal engagement in 2017. Despite stepping back from royal duties, the couple continues to support philanthropic causes.

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3. BusinessChina

   Oct 15, 2026, 10:13 UTC

   

   OpenAI UK Staff Earn Average £2.3m Each

   Accounts reveal that OpenAI UK Ltd, based in Westminster, paid its 110 staff members a total of £87m in salaries and £168m in shares in 2025. This resulted in an average salary of £2,318,181 per person. The median annual earnings for full-time employees in the UK was £39,039, meaning an OpenAI worker would take 58 years to match their average salary.

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4. BusinessChina

   Oct 15, 2026, 08:52 UTC

   

   French Economist Piketty Calls Property Tax 'Incredibly Unfair'

   Thomas Piketty, a renowned French economist, has criticized the property tax as 'incredibly unfair'. He suggests reducing it for 90% of French people.

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5. BusinessTrade

   Oct 15, 2026, 08:36 UTC

   

   Gasoline Imports Suspended This Year

   The country has announced that it will not have gasoline imports this year. The savings from this decision will be used to fund subsidies and adjust fuel prices.

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6. BusinessBudgetTax

   Oct 15, 2026, 06:52 UTC

   

   Budget Deficit Likelihood Low, Says Lithuania's Finance Minister

   Lithuania's Finance Minister Taurimas Valys has stated that there is a small likelihood that next year's budget deficit will exceed the previously stated limit of 3.8 percent. Talks within the government are ongoing, and while the final result is yet to be determined, the minister expressed confidence that the deficit will not significantly surpass the 3% limit.

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7. BusinessIndictmentTradeEarningsSoftware

   Oct 15, 2026, 03:50 UTC

   

   Protecting Muscle Mass During Weight Loss with GLP-1 Drugs

   The use of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss has transformed obesity treatment, but it's crucial to focus on more than just weight loss. Experts emphasize preserving muscle mass and metabolic health. Key strategies include adequate protein intake, regular strength training, avoiding rapid weight loss, and professional monitoring. These drugs should be used under medical supervision to ensure safety and effectiveness.

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8. BusinessBudgetHealthcareMental Health

   Oct 15, 2026, 01:27 UTC

   

   Laura Bozzo Hospitalized: Urgent Surgery for Gastric Ulcer

   Peruvian TV host Laura Bozzo, 75, was hospitalized in Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico, due to severe abdominal pain. She underwent emergency surgery for a perforated gastric ulcer on October 13. Bozzo's health status is currently critical, and she has been intubated. She has a history of abdominal surgeries, including three in 2016 due to septic shock. Despite initial reports of severe dehydration and intestinal obstruction, her current condition is attributed to the gastric ulcer. Bozzo was transferred by ambulance to Mexico City for further medical care.

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9. BusinessCommoditiesLayoffsRegional

   Oct 15, 2026, 00:57 UTC

   

   Moscow Apartment Sales: 44% Discounts Amid Weak Demand

   The share of discounted apartments in Moscow's new building market has risen to 44%, up 8% from last year, due to weak demand. This is driven by high mortgage rates, reduced purchasing power, and expensive housing. Developers are responding with discounts, installment plans, and subsidized credit programs. Meanwhile, the overall share of unsold apartments in Russia has reached 45%.

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