Small brewers call for business rates rethink
UK's independent brewers warn of closures and price rises if planned business rates changes proceed. They urge the Chancellor to protect the sector's future. Read more.
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Calls for Stronger Action on Baby Formula Affordability
The UK government faces pressure to take tougher action on the baby formula crisis, as families still struggle with high costs. New reforms are a start, but campaigners demand more.
PM's bespoke wedding beer fuels personalised drinks trend
How Anthony Albanese's custom wedding beer cans have inspired couples to create personalised drinks for their receptions. Discover the growing trend in bespoke beverages.
Theatre crisis: New plays decline despite audience demand
New report reveals 30% decline in new play productions since 2019, while audience attendance for new work surges by 50%. Discover why theatres must embrace bold programming now.
Black Sheep Brewery Owner Faces Administration
Keystone Brewing Group, owner of Black Sheep and Fourpure, files notice to appoint administrators as soaring costs and weak consumer confidence threaten 190 jobs.
Skin-lightening industry's colonial roots and cancer risk
The booming skin-lightening industry, built on colonial ideals, is causing a surge in cancer and irreversible skin damage in women of colour. Discover the toxic truth.
Real Ale Advent Calendar: 12 Craft Beers, 20% Off
Discover the 2025 Real Ale Advent Calendar featuring 12 hand-picked beers from independent breweries. Now £74.39 with Black Friday discount. Perfect Christmas gift for ale enthusiasts.
Pub bosses slam 'vindictive' alcohol duty hike plan
UK pub owners warn Chancellor Rachel Reeves' planned 4% alcohol duty increase in the Autumn Budget will drive up drink prices and force more closures. Learn how this affects your local.
French Wine Crisis: 20% of Growers Face Closure
French independent winemakers issue an urgent plea for government aid as a catastrophic sales slump, Trump tariffs, and the worst harvest in 70 years threaten the industry. Read more.
Meantime Brewery Reopens in Greenwich
Beloved London brewery Meantime is back in its Greenwich home after 18 months. Discover The Dial, its new venue serving classic pints, food, and live sport.
Pelosi: Trump 'Biggest Con Job' in US History
Nancy Pelosi and Democratic leaders condemn Trump's climate policies and absence from COP30 summit. New polling shows strong voter support for climate action despite political divisions.
Iran Water Crisis: Prayers and Cloud Seeding as Drought Bites
Tehran faces an unprecedented water emergency with just 1mm of rain this year. Discover the desperate measures, from mass prayers to cloud seeding, as Iran confronts a potential capital evacuation.
Treasury delays farming report until after Budget
Government accused of burying farming review revealing inheritance tax concerns. Key report with 57 recommendations delayed until after Autumn Budget. Read the full story.
Government backs electric arc furnaces for British Steel
Business Secretary Peter Kyle supports shift to cleaner electric technology at Scunthorpe plant, securing jobs while raising questions about traditional blast furnaces.
G'aim'e Time Crisis Lightgun Review: Arcade Revival
Hands-on review of the G'aim'e Time Crisis lightgun console bringing Namco classics to modern TVs. Discover how this Kickstarter project recreates arcade magic with authentic hardware and gameplay.
Australian arms exports to UAE under scrutiny over Sudan
Australian defence companies face questions over $300m weapons exports to UAE amid evidence of arms diversion to Sudanese paramilitary forces accused of genocide. Read the investigation.
John Lewis Christmas Ad Faces Consumer Backlash
Guardian readers criticise John Lewis's Christmas advert as a cynical ploy exploiting family values to drive sales, questioning its portrayal of gender roles and masculinity.
China voices 'extreme disappointment' with Dutch minister
China expresses extreme disappointment with the Dutch minister over a semiconductor supply chain crisis that brought the global car industry to a halt. Read the full story.
Texas shrimper stalls Exxon's $10bn plastics facility
Diane Wilson, a 77-year-old shrimper, successfully challenged ExxonMobil's planned $10bn plastics plant in Texas through legal action, highlighting growing community resistance against fossil fuel expansion.
London's £1bn Film Quarter Plans Submitted
Plans for a £1 billion film-making neighbourhood in Camden have been officially submitted, featuring vertical studios, 500 homes, and education facilities. Discover how this will transform London's creative scene.
Victoria Acts on Retail and Hospitality Worker Violence
Victoria introduces tough new laws protecting retail and hospitality workers from violence. Learn how these measures will safeguard frontline staff across the state.
AI Music Floods Streaming: 34% of Daily Uploads Artificial
A new report reveals a third of daily music uploads are AI-generated, and 97% of listeners can't tell the difference. Discover the impact on artists and the industry.
Crystal Palace's Steve Parish Eyes Adland Return
Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish reveals he is considering a return to the advertising industry, but vows to secure the club's future under the new football regulator first. Discover his plans.
Ineos cuts hundreds of jobs amid debt struggles
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos Automotive is cutting hundreds of jobs across its global operations as the company grapples with significant debt and operational challenges. Read the full analysis.
NHS braced for toughest winter after record A&E waits
NHS England data reveals record October A&E waits, with 40% of patients delayed over 4 hours. Health chiefs warn of severe winter pressures amid rising flu and doctor strikes.
Liberty Steel Investigated for Embezzlement in Romania
Sanjeev Gupta's Liberty Steel is under investigation in Romania for embezzlement and tax evasion. The probe adds to the tycoon's troubles following the loss of his key UK operation. Read the latest developments.
Haiti's Gangs and Climate Crisis Force Mass Displacement
As gang violence and climate collapse converge, over 1.4 million Haitians have fled their homes. Explore the human cost of this escalating humanitarian emergency.
97% can't distinguish AI music from human artists
New research shows 97% of listeners can't identify AI-generated music, sparking calls for transparency on streaming platforms. Can you spot the difference?
Artists urge Starmer to cap ticket resale prices
Thom Yorke, Dua Lipa and Chris Martin lead 38 artists demanding Keir Starmer honour his pledge to tackle extortionate secondary ticketing sites exploiting music fans with prices reaching £114,666.
Crisis charity becomes landlord amid housing crisis
Homelessness charity Crisis will become a landlord for the first time, calling the UK housing situation a 'catastrophic scenario'. A former Shelter trustee urges them to follow suit.
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