Asda raises £568m in store sell-off as sales fall
Asda plans to sell and lease back 24 stores and a distribution centre to raise £568m, a move analysts call a 'sign of weakness' as the supermarket continues to lose market share.
Asda plans to sell and lease back 24 stores and a distribution centre to raise £568m, a move analysts call a 'sign of weakness' as the supermarket continues to lose market share.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act has led to widespread clinic closures and left an estimated 10 million Americans uninsured. Share your story on how these healthcare cuts are affecting you.
Hospitals and family planning clinics across America are shutting down due to Trump's healthcare legislation, leaving millions without vital medical services. Discover the devastating impact.
Essential guide to London transport closures this weekend affecting Elizabeth line, DLR and Overground services. Plan your journey around the capital.
Discover the six major new store openings across London this November, from Dunelm in Wandsworth to Popeyes at London Bridge. Get the details on launch dates, locations, and exclusive opening offers.
UK hospitality leaders issue urgent plea for government support ahead of crucial Budget, warning of mass closures and job losses without immediate action on business rates and VAT.
Ocado's value drops £350m after US partner Kroger shuts three automated warehouses, described as a 'near knock-out punch' for the UK online grocer.
Bougie homeware brand Labour and Wait has opened its third London location in Covent Garden. The 3,000 sq ft store marks the brand's 25th anniversary. Discover timeless utilitarian goods.
Dunelm, the UK's largest homewares retailer, has opened a new two-floor store in Wandsworth's Southside Shopping Centre, creating approximately 24 local jobs and sparking online debate about its former name.
Dozens of Australian schools closed after asbestos found in children's play sand. Border Force now classifies sensory play products as high-risk. Learn what parents need to know.
Elderly residents at Woodlands care home face eviction as Reform-led council consults on closures. Families describe the proposal as 'cruel' and warn of devastating human cost.
Over 70 schools closed due to asbestos-contaminated play sand. Learn about the recalled products, health risks, and official safety advice for parents.
Major traffic chaos on the M25 as the Dartford Crossing's East Tunnel closes for emergency repairs. Drivers face 40-minute delays and long tailbacks. Follow our live updates.
Multiple schools close as coloured play sand is recalled in New Zealand and Australia due to asbestos contamination. Parents urged to check products and follow safety guidelines.
A major asbestos scare forces 71 public schools to close in the ACT. Meanwhile, NSW Police charge 752 in a domestic violence crackdown. Stay informed on these developing stories.
Plan your festive travel as Network Rail's £130m works close key stations. Over 2,500 trains face disruption. Check the full list of closures and plan ahead.
Nearly 70 schools in Australia have shut down after toxic asbestos was discovered in children's play sand. Learn about the recall and health risks.
Nearly 70 schools in Australia's capital close as asbestos is found in play sand. Kmart and Target issue recalls. Authorities say health risk is low. Stay informed.
Morrisons announces the closure of 103 stores, cafes, and counters across the UK as part of a major restructuring plan. Find out the full list of locations affected.
Discover why Spitalfields' Goodhood store is the ultimate destination for unique 2025 Christmas presents, offering curated fashion, homeware and more. Start your shopping now!
Haringey Council implements extensive safety and cleansing measures for the Conor Benn vs Chris Eubank Jr fight at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Plan your travel.
Major transport disruption hits London this weekend with multiple Tube lines, Elizabeth line and Overground facing closures. Check your route before travelling.
Multiple ACT schools closed after asbestos detected in coloured sand products. Health alert issued as investigation continues. Stay informed about school safety updates.
Poundland is set to close over a dozen UK stores, including eight this month, as part of a major restructuring plan. The chain is also axing its online service and loyalty programme.
Apple launches a £219.95 knitted phone pouch, drawing comparisons to the 2004 iPod sock. Limited edition available in London from Friday. Is it worth the money?
Nationwide commits to keeping its 696 branches, including Virgin Money, open until at least 2030, bucking the trend of bank closures and supporting communities.
Nationwide Building Society confirms 18 London branches will remain open until at least 2030 as part of its 'last branch in town' pledge, bucking the UK's bank closure trend.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves could raise alcohol duties by RPI inflation to fill £30bn fiscal hole. Industry warns of pub closures and job losses. Read the latest budget speculation.
Japanese firm NSK plans to shut its Peterlee factories, placing hundreds of jobs at risk. The union vows to fight the closure. Read the full story.
Fuller's executive chair Simon Emeny demands new economic thinking as hospitality sector faces tax rises and record pub closures. Read the full analysis.