RSC's Ambitious Forsyte Saga Adaptation Premieres
The RSC launches a monumental two-part adaptation of The Forsyte Saga at Stratford's Swan Theatre. Discover our review of this ambitious seven-hour theatrical event.
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Netflix acquires Warner Bros in £54bn mega-deal
Netflix has agreed a monumental £54 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discover what the deal means for your favourite shows, from Harry Potter to HBO, and the future of streaming.
Netflix's Warner Bros Buy Includes Hogwarts Legacy 2 & Mortal Kombat
Netflix's $82.7bn acquisition of Warner Bros will see major game studios like NetherRealm and Avalanche Software, and future titles like Hogwarts Legacy 2, become part of the streaming giant's portfolio. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
Thames Water complaints surge 75% amid £20bn debt crisis
Thames Water reveals a 75% surge in complaints as it negotiates a bailout to tackle its £20bn debt. Read the latest on the utility giant's financial struggle.
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.
London bus strikes to hit 13 routes in December and January
Major bus strikes will disrupt 13 routes in east London on December 12-13 and January 8-9, impacting Christmas shopping in Stratford. Full list of affected services and the reason for the industrial action.
Modella in advanced talks to buy Wynsors World of Shoes
Modella Capital is in late-stage talks to acquire footwear retailer Wynsors World of Shoes, adding to its growing portfolio of UK high street brands. Read the full story.
Gen Z Investor Rescues Byron Burger Chain
Struggling Byron burger chain rescued from third collapse by Gen Z entrepreneur Akshat Tibrewala. £2.5m investment secures future with major rebrand targeting younger audiences. Read the full story.
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.
Rothermere's 20-Year Telegraph Bid for Media Power
Daily Mail owner Lord Rothermere reignites his two-decade ambition to acquire Telegraph titles, potentially creating Britain's most powerful conservative media empire. Read the full analysis.
A Child's Christmas in Wales Review: Magic in Frome
Emma Rice's exquisite adaptation of Dylan Thomas's Christmas poem brings magic to The Lucky Chance in Frome. Joy radiates from this intimate production until 21 December.
Essensys founder explores takeover bid at 20p per share
Essensys founder Mark Furness has tabled a 20p per share takeover proposal for the troubled tech firm. Discover the details behind the potential deal and the company's financial challenges.
First live-action Spider-Man actor dies aged 81
Danny Seagren, the first actor to play a live-action Spider-Man on The Electric Company, has passed away at 81. Remember his legacy and read his incredible story.
Deutsche Börse in £5.3bn Allfunds Acquisition Talks
German exchange operator Deutsche Börse is negotiating a potential €6bn takeover of fund platform Allfunds, creating a European investment giant. Discover the implications.
RCHL Credit Downgraded Over Telegraph Takeover Bid
Daily Mail's parent company RCHL faces credit rating downgrade by S&P Global amid Telegraph Media Group takeover concerns. Read the latest business news analysis.
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.
Barnaby Joyce defection & UK deepfake firm blocked
Barnaby Joyce may defect to One Nation as a UK deepfake company is blocked in Australia for generating child exploitation material. Follow our live politics blog.
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.
Katjes buys Graze from Unilever for £35m
German confectioner Katjes Group is in advanced talks to acquire snack brand Graze from Unilever for about £35m, a fraction of its 2019 purchase price. Discover the details.
UK accused of caving to BVI on company register
UK government faces criticism for allowing British Virgin Islands to restrict access to beneficial ownership register ahead of anti-corruption summit. Read the full investigation.
Bristol courier turns £14k to £130k monthly revenue
Bristol entrepreneurs sold cars and risked homes to build Send It Direct, now turning over £130,000 monthly with same-day courier service delivering for major clients.
Cambridge Satchel Co Black Friday: 40% Off Sale
The Cambridge Satchel Company's Black Friday sale offers 40% off iconic heritage bags, including styles loved by Taylor Swift. Discover premium leather bags at reduced prices.
Former Crypto Boss Builds Companies for Private Equity
Discover how a former cryptocurrency executive is now creating businesses specifically designed for acquisition by major private equity firms like KKR and Apollo. Learn about this innovative investment strategy.
Daily Mail owner buys Telegraph in £500m deal
Daily Mail owner DMGT acquires The Telegraph for £500m, creating a powerful right-leaning media group. Discover the details and implications of this landmark deal.
DMGT strikes £500m Telegraph acquisition deal
Lord Rothermere's DMGT agrees £500m Telegraph takeover, creating right-leaning media powerhouse. Deal faces regulatory scrutiny - full analysis inside.
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