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Cumberbatch sells stake in SunnyMarch production company

Benedict Cumberbatch has sold a controlling stake in his SunnyMarch production company to Lumina Studios Group. Discover the details of the deal and what it means for the future of the firm behind hits like 'The Courier'. Read the full story.

Bonmatí's Historic Hat-Trick in Guardian Top 100

Barcelona's Aitana Bonmatí cements her legendary status by becoming the first player ever to top the Guardian's 100 best female footballers list for three straight years. Discover the full rankings.

Sydney Power 100 List Dominated by News Corp Figures

Sky News host Sharri Markson ranks among Sydney's most influential, beating Lord Mayor Clover Moore in the Daily Telegraph's Power 100. Discover the media moguls and political figures who made the cut.

Obituary: Margaretta D'Arcy, Playwright and Activist

Margaretta D'Arcy, the politically charged playwright and activist, has died aged 91. With husband John Arden, she championed radical theatre and famously picketed the RSC. Read her remarkable story.

CEO offers £3bn firm to flat Earth provers

Columbia Sportswear's CEO, Tim Boyle, has made an extraordinary bet: he'll hand over his £3billion company to anyone who can prove the Earth is flat. A bold marketing stunt challenges conspiracy theorists.

Royal Shakespeare Company cuts 11% of jobs

The Royal Shakespeare Company plans to cut its workforce by 11% and merge costume departments to save £2.8m annually, citing a 'perilous' financial situation due to funding cuts and soaring costs. Read the full story.

Ibrahim Mahama leads ArtReview's 2024 Power List

Ghana's Ibrahim Mahama becomes the first African artist to top the ArtReview Power 100 list, marking a significant shift in the global art landscape. Discover his journey and the list's new top 10.

Paragon Banking eyes M&A after capital rule change

Paragon Banking Group's CEO Nigel Terrington signals acquisition plans following a key regulatory reform. The lender's results show profit growth but rising provisions for motor finance and development loans.

Thames Water profits leap as funding crisis looms

Thames Water reports a £386m half-year profit, driven by higher bills, but warns of a potential rapid collapse into government control due to its £17bn debt crisis. Read the latest on the utility's precarious future.

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.

Why UK Stocks Are Primed for a 2026 Comeback

The UK stock market, long overlooked, is poised for outperformance in 2026. Discover the drivers, from FTSE 100 gains to small-cap 'gems' and new budget incentives.

Top 100 Female Footballers 2025 Ranking Unveiled

The definitive Guardian ranking of the 100 best female footballers on the planet for 2025 is here. Discover who topped the list, the biggest climbers, and the stars defining the modern game.

Genius Crossword 270: £100 Prize Competition

Challenge yourself with Guardian's Genius Crossword 270 featuring modified answers and hidden quotations. Register now for a chance to win the £100 monthly prize. Deadline: 3 January.

79-year-old widow chased for 2p energy debt

A 79-year-old disabled widow from Dudley was pursued for a 2p debt due to a computer error, threatening her credit rating and causing immense stress. Discover how the situation was resolved.

London house prices fall amid Budget jitters

London's property market reacts to Autumn Budget taxes as house prices fall and major industries voice concerns. Discover the full impact on betting and housing sectors.

Jill Freud, Narnia's Lucy inspiration, dies aged 98

Jill Freud, the real-life inspiration for Lucy Pevensie in CS Lewis's Chronicles of Narnia and founder of Suffolk's beloved summer rep theatre, has died aged 98. Discover her remarkable life story.

Stamp Duty Holiday Aims to Boost London IPOs

The UK government introduces a stamp duty suspension on company shares to attract more IPOs to London, countering competition from New York and European markets.

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