Zipcar to close UK operations, exit London by year-end
Zipcar is shutting its UK business, removing its shared fleet from London streets. We explore the impact on communities and the future of car-sharing in Britain.
Zipcar is shutting its UK business, removing its shared fleet from London streets. We explore the impact on communities and the future of car-sharing in Britain.
Across the UK, a grassroots movement of sharing homemade food is quietly building social connections and combating loneliness. Discover how this gentle trade is fostering community spirit.
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.
Car-sharing service Zipcar is withdrawing from London and the UK this month. We examine the reasons, from the new EV congestion charge to financial pressures, and what it means for users.
Zipcar, the world's largest car-sharing firm, is shutting its UK business, removing fleet access across London. Find out what this means for sustainable transport.
Car-sharing giant Zipcar announces plans to shut its UK business. New bookings suspended after 31 Dec, but festive rentals are secure. Full details on the closure and consultation.
Argos reports a £223.2m pre-tax loss for the year, with over 2,000 jobs axed. The retailer blames a tough market and poor summer weather. Read the full analysis.
UK gambling firms made £12.6bn in a year, with online casino winnings up 15%. Calls grow for tax rises on the industry ahead of the budget. Read the full analysis.
Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers are among the WNBA and college stars named to the USA Basketball senior national team camp in December. Discover the full roster and what it means for the future.
Transport for London reveals a £66 million profit from Congestion and tunnel charges this summer. Discover the figures and what it means for London's drivers.
Explore the economic impact of climate inaction, Nathan Lyon's Ashes dominance, WNBA revenue sharing, and global emissions data in this fortnight's edition of The Crunch.
England's potential Ashes victory in Australia could trigger a major commercial windfall for the ECB, with fanbase growing 27% since the Bazball revolution began. Read more.
Outsourcing giant Mitie reports a 10.4% revenue surge to £2.7bn, driven by a shoplifting 'epidemic' boosting security services and soaring AI data centre projects. Discover the key figures.
MHA reports impressive 13% revenue growth to £56.1m following its London stock market debut. Discover how the accounting firm plans to expand its private equity and international services.
The WNBA's latest CBA proposal offers a maximum salary exceeding $1.1 million and revenue sharing. Players seek a revolutionary deal before the 30 November deadline.
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper dismisses reports of a UK-US intelligence rift over Caribbean drug trafficking. Get the latest on the diplomatic stance and potential military implications.
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper downplays reports of halted intelligence sharing with the US on narco-traffickers. Read the latest on UK-US defence cooperation and NATO deployments.
Britain takes symbolic stand against Trump's extrajudicial killings off Venezuela coast as global order collapses. Analysis of rising state lawlessness worldwide.
The EU launches Digital Markets Act investigation into Google Search over concerns it unfairly demotes commercial news content, potentially causing significant revenue losses for publishers.
Global investment banks are heading for their best trading year since the financial crisis, with revenues potentially reaching $250bn. Discover what's driving this unprecedented surge.
French minister condemns US military strikes in the Caribbean at G7 meeting, as UK halts intelligence sharing and legal experts warn of war crimes. Explore the escalating tensions.
The UK government has ceased intelligence sharing with the US on Caribbean drug trafficking, citing concerns over 'illegal' lethal strikes in international waters. Discover the full story.
Tensions escalate as Britain suspends intelligence sharing with Washington over controversial US airstrikes on 'drug boats' that killed over 70 people. Discover the implications for the special relationship.
The UK has suspended some intelligence sharing with the US on suspected drug boats in the Caribbean over concerns US strikes may breach international law. Read the full story.
Britain suspends intelligence cooperation with the US on Caribbean drug trafficking amid legal concerns over lethal American airstrikes. A rare rift between key military allies.
Premier League clubs face a major sponsorship shift as betting firms are banned from shirts from 2026/27. Discover where the smart money is heading now.
Discover how innovative UK streaming platforms like Cantilever and Nina Protocol are creating fairer pay for artists and curated listening experiences. Explore the future of music streaming now.
New report reveals how tobacco companies influence governments to keep taxes low, costing billions in lost revenue and millions of lives annually. Time for change.
Australia faces a staggering $33 billion tax shortfall as illicit tobacco trade flourishes, with government revenue projections up in smoke despite world's highest cigarette prices.
The world's largest inter-dealer broker reports strong first-half performance driven by market volatility, as strategic review of data services business continues.