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Last Look Inside Empty G-A-Y Bar After No Sale

Exclusive tour of the shuttered G-A-Y Bar on Old Compton Street reveals why no operator has taken over the iconic LGBT+ venue, despite its prime Soho location. Discover the challenges facing London's nightlife.

Ellison's $40bn Guarantee in Warner Bros Battle

Tech titan Larry Ellison personally backs Paramount's $108bn bid for Warner Bros Discovery with a $40.4bn guarantee, challenging Netflix's rival offer. The high-stakes corporate drama reshapes Hollywood.

Pubs and Restaurants Face Business Rates Surge

New analysis reveals business rates for UK pubs, restaurants and hotels are set to almost double by 2028, adding over £32,000 per property, despite a government-promised tax cut. Industry backlash grows.

City Hotels Hit by 135% Business Rates Hike

Hotels in London's Square Mile face an average 135% rise in business rates from April 2026, sparking a major feud between the hospitality sector and the Treasury. Discover which venues are hardest hit.

Warner Bros set to reject hostile Paramount takeover

Warner Bros Discovery is poised to rebuff a $108bn hostile bid from Paramount after a key backer, Jared Kushner's Affinity, pulled out. The board favours a $72bn Netflix deal. Read the latest on the streaming wars.

Fury as Pubs Hit by Huge Business Rates Rises

UK publicans voice fury at Chancellor's business rates changes, with bills set to skyrocket by up to 126%. Landlords warn of closures, job cuts, and price hikes as the hospitality sector reels.

Netflix acquires Warner Bros in £54bn mega-deal

Netflix has agreed a monumental £54 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discover what the deal means for your favourite shows, from Harry Potter to HBO, and the future of streaming.

US visitor says Newcastle beats Barcelona and Prague

American writer Walter Meyer declares Newcastle Upon Tyne superior to European hotspots like Barcelona and Prague, praising its friendly locals and hidden gems. Discover why this UK city won him over.

Hotel Profits Fall as Costs Rise in UK and London

UK hotels face a profit squeeze as rising costs outpace increased demand and room rates. Experts warn of challenges from wage hikes and frozen tax thresholds. Read the full analysis.

Travel Counsellors CEO on £50m Global Expansion

Manchester-based Travel Counsellors CEO Steve Byrne explains the £50m acquisition of Canada's The Travel Agent Next Door, boosting international sales to 30% and ruling out a near-term IPO.

London Bakery Shapes Next Generation of Chefs

Legendary London bakery Dusty Knuckle is transforming young lives in Haringey through a pizza-making course. Discover how 11 teens gained skills and confidence for future careers.

Gen Z Investor Rescues Byron Burger Chain

Struggling Byron burger chain rescued from third collapse by Gen Z entrepreneur Akshat Tibrewala. £2.5m investment secures future with major rebrand targeting younger audiences. Read the full story.

Irish Pub Crisis: 2,100 Closures Since 2005

New academic studies reveal Ireland's iconic pubs are vanishing, threatening community cohesion. Discover why this cultural cornerstone is disappearing and what it means for Irish society.

Rothermere's 20-Year Telegraph Bid for Media Power

Daily Mail owner Lord Rothermere reignites his two-decade ambition to acquire Telegraph titles, potentially creating Britain's most powerful conservative media empire. Read the full analysis.

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