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Bird recovery in France after pesticide ban

Insect-eating bird populations in France show 2-3% increase following EU neonicotinoid ban. Research suggests full recovery may take decades but ban proves effective for conservation.

SMEs Back Themselves, Not Government Support

A stark confidence gap emerges as 75% of SME leaders are bullish on their 2026 growth, yet only 39% trust the government to help. Discover the impact on UK jobs and investment.

Kitchen startup to £5M haircare empire

Lucie Macleod started Hair Syrup with £300 in her parents' kitchen during lockdown. The business now makes millions and is stocked in Boots. Discover her inspiring entrepreneurial journey.

Garden coffee hut now makes £500,000 a year

London couple Shai and Maya turned their garden coffee cabin into a £500,000-a-year B Corp certified business, Mont58 Coffee. Discover their inspiring journey from corporate life to coffee connoisseurs.

UK businesses shrug off tax fears in growth push

New research reveals British companies are pushing forward with investment and hiring strategies despite budget uncertainties and potential tax increases, showcasing remarkable business confidence.

Sterling's fashion brand collapses with £1m losses

Chelsea footballer Raheem Sterling's luxury fashion brand 1692 has been officially dissolved after accumulating over £1 million in losses, marking a dramatic business failure for the England star.

£1.5bn plan to stop young entrepreneurs leaving UK

Radical new proposal calls for government-backed startup fund and tax incentives to prevent young business talent from fleeing overseas. Could this be the answer to Britain's innovation exodus?

Hurricane Melissa: Jamaica damage equals 1/3 of GDP

Prime Minister Andrew Holness discloses catastrophic economic impact as Hurricane Melissa devastates Jamaica, with recovery costs threatening to cripple the nation's economy for years to come.

UK Founder Exodus Fears After Tax-Hiking Budget

Britain faces a potential exodus of business founders following the Chancellor's tax-hiking budget, with entrepreneurs warning of catastrophic consequences for innovation and economic growth.

US Government Shutdown: Real Consequences for Americans

As the US government shutdown continues, millions of federal workers face financial uncertainty while essential services from food safety to national parks feel the strain. Discover how this political stalemate is affecting everyday citizens.

Startup Bank Fuels New Careers for Unemployed Brits

A revolutionary government-backed banking initiative is transforming unemployment into entrepreneurship across Britain, offering funding and support to help job-seekers launch their own businesses.

Billionaire Gopichand Hinduja dies at 85

The passing of Gopichand Hinduja, co-chair of the influential Hinduja Group, marks the end of an era for global business and Indian industry. Discover his remarkable journey and legacy.

Squid Game Challenge Season 2 Addiction Fears

Former contestants from the hit Netflix reality show reveal disturbing psychological impacts and addictive elements that left them feeling trapped in the high-stakes competition.

Shein's Paris Store Sparks Fashion Fury and Protests

Fast-fashion giant Shein faces mounting opposition as it prepares to open its first permanent European store in Paris, drawing protests from politicians, activists and environmental groups concerned about sustainability and working practices.

McCartney: Felt 'Dead' After Beatles Split

Music legend Sir Paul McCartney opens up about the profound emotional devastation he experienced following The Beatles' breakup, describing feeling 'dead inside' as the iconic band dissolved.

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