Stella McCartney losses hit £33.6m amid sales slump
Stella McCartney's fashion label sees losses widen to £33.6m as sales fall by 27%, raising concerns over its financial future. Directors cite challenging luxury market conditions.
Stella McCartney's fashion label sees losses widen to £33.6m as sales fall by 27%, raising concerns over its financial future. Directors cite challenging luxury market conditions.
British fashion chain River Island is closing 33 profitable branches by January 2026, risking hundreds of jobs. The move follows £33.2m losses and a shift to online shopping. See the full list of affected stores.
The closure of Winstone Pulp's mills in Ruapehu, New Zealand, has led to over 230 job losses, forcing families to move and raising fears of a 'hollowing out' of rural regions. Read the full story.
The UK services sector saw further job losses in December, despite a rebound in business activity and rising client confidence. Analysts warn of intense cost pressures and a sluggish economic outlook. Read the full analysis.
A new study reveals UK arable farmers face over £800m in losses after the hottest spring and summer on record devastated harvests. Discover the impact on food security and calls for urgent support.
Argos plunged to a £223.2m pre-tax loss last year, with analysts claiming Sainsbury's 'food-first' strategy left the retailer feeling like an 'unloved child'. Discover the future of the high street staple.
The Victorian government announces a major public sector overhaul, aiming to cut 4,000 jobs and save $2.3bn. Find out which departments are affected and the impact on services.
Leon founder John Vincent reveals potential site closures and job cuts as he battles to restore the struggling fast-food chain to its former health. Read his full recovery plan.
A major fire at a West London business park destroyed a warehouse, causing over £23,600 in losses for local traders. 150 firefighters battled the blaze.
OBR analysis reveals over 2 million jobs in key UK sectors face AI automation. Discover the Treasury's response and the potential impact on the economy.
The Democratic Party is unifying around Bernie Sanders-style economic populism, with James Carville now advocating for a $20 minimum wage and universal childcare. This shift could help Democrats win back working-class voters.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves warned that increasing gambling taxes could lead to significant job losses and harm horse racing. The industry contributes £4bn annually in tax. Read the full analysis.
New research reveals AI could displace 3m low-skilled UK workers by 2035, while boosting demand for professionals. Discover which roles are most at risk.
One of the UK's largest metal recycling firms, Unimetals Recycling, has collapsed into liquidation, putting approximately 650 jobs in immediate danger. Discover the full story behind the failure.
US Democrats reversed the rightward shift among young men in recent elections by relentlessly focusing on affordability and economic pressures. Discover how this strategy worked.
Unimetals Group, a major UK metals recycler, is on the brink of collapse, threatening 650 jobs just weeks before Christmas. Read the full story on the crisis.
Senator Mark Kelly condemns Trump's violent rhetoric after president suggests 'seditious behaviour' should be punishable by death. Democrats refuse intimidation tactics.
Explore five compelling theories behind the unexpected meeting between Donald Trump and democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani. Discover what brought these political opposites together in the Oval Office.
Copenhagen elects Green Left mayor as Danish model fails. Labour's immigration strategy faces crisis as progressive voters abandon centrist parties. Learn why chasing far-right voters backfires.
Democratic US Representative Eric Swalwell launches California governor campaign, leveraging his anti-Trump reputation in crowded field. Read the latest political developments.
Donald Trump faces condemnation after claiming Democratic lawmakers committed 'seditious behaviour punishable by death' in military video. Plus, Superman comic sells for record $9.12m.
Donald Trump faces widespread condemnation after calling for the execution of Democratic lawmakers on Truth Social. Read the full story and political fallout.
Donald Trump accuses six Democratic lawmakers of sedition, claiming their actions are 'punishable by death'. Explore the escalating political conflict and its implications.
Donald Trump calls for Democratic lawmakers to be arrested for 'seditious behaviour, punishable by death', sparking condemnation and security concerns. Read the latest US politics news.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt asserts Trump's social media posts about Democratic lawmakers weren't literal death threats. Read the full clarification.
Unelected peers are filibustering the assisted dying bill with 1,047 amendments, blocking the will of Commons and public opinion. This democratic crisis demands immediate government action.
On the 50th anniversary of Francisco Franco's death, Spain reflects on his dictatorship as PM Sánchez urges defence of democracy against rising authoritarian nostalgia.
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro faces imminent incarceration after receiving a 27-year sentence for attempting to annihilate democratic institutions. Discover the dramatic downfall.
Billionaire environmental activist Tom Steyer joins crowded Democratic field to replace Gavin Newsom, pledging to tackle California's affordability crisis. Read his full platform.
50 years after Franco's death, Spain confronts dangerous nostalgia as younger generations lack knowledge of dictatorship horrors. Can democratic memory education counter far-right appeal?