Providence Equity Partners has appointed Jefferies and The Raine Group to oversee the sale of CloserStill Media, a major UK events business, in a deal expected to exceed £1bn. Read the full story.
JLS singer Aston Merrygold has reassured fans after a successful operation for a tour injury. Get the latest health update and messages of support from his bandmates.
England will meet Croatia in a 2018 semi-final rematch to start their 2026 World Cup campaign. Discover the full draw results, including Scotland's tough group and the 'Group of Death'.
Piers Morgan secures $30m investment for his Uncensored media brand, valuing it at $130m. Backers include Raine Group and Theo Kyriakou as he plans global expansion.
England discover their 2026 World Cup group stage opponents: Croatia, Panama, and Ghana. Full fixture dates and analysis of the Three Lions' path in the expanded tournament.
Lady Gaga brought her chaotic 'Mayhem Ball' tour to Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, delivering a two-hour spectacle of avant-garde fashion, theatrical performance, and pop anthems. Read our full review.
The US Men's National Team will face Australia, Paraguay, and a European playoff winner in the 2026 World Cup group stage. Get the full draw details and analysis here.
A complete breakdown of the 2026 World Cup draw. We analyse every group, key players like Messi and Haaland, and the teams to watch in North America.
England will face Croatia in a 2018 semi-final rematch, while Scotland meet Brazil. Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland must navigate March play-offs to qualify. Full draw details revealed.
Australia will face the USA, Paraguay, and a European playoff winner in Group D of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Discover the key fixtures and historic matchups awaiting the Socceroos.
Morecambe FC's commercial director, Gurpreet Singh Rehal, faces allegations of supporting a banned terrorist organisation. The club has suspended him pending an investigation. Read the full story.
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver is set to relaunch his Jamie's Italian chain in the UK this spring, starting in London's Leicester Square, backed by Prezzo owner Brava Hospitality Group.
Spanish police and Europol arrest three suspected members of the neo-Nazi terror group The Base in Castellón. The group's US leader, based in Russia, signals further 'resistance by any means necessary'. Read the full analysis.
Private equity giant Bridgepoint is exploring a takeover bid for London-listed Advanced Medical Solutions Group, valuing the surgical products maker at around £550m. Read the latest.
This week's data digest explores Victoria's voting reform, the staggering revenue needed for AI, climate's impact on US insurance, and insights into Gen Z's intimate lives. Sign up for The Crunch.
Eidos-Montréal cancels a second Legacy Of Kain reboot and cuts jobs, shifting to a support studio role under Embracer Group. Read the full analysis of the gaming industry's turmoil.
Lloyds Banking Group CEO Charlie Nunn argues post-crisis deleveraging has hampered the UK economy. The Bank of England has now eased capital rules, citing robust bank strength.
Frasers Group reports a 5.8% drop in UK sports division sales to £1.3bn, blaming tough market conditions. The retail giant, however, maintains its annual profit forecast. Read the full analysis.
AVS Group Ltd hit with a £1m fine plus daily penalties for failing to implement robust age verification. Ofcom demands changes within 72 hours to protect children online.
The London Stock Exchange's Pisces market moves forward as Apex Group is appointed Registered Auction Agent, verifying investors and ensuring compliance for private company share trading.
Thai authorities seize assets worth over $300m and issue 42 arrest warrants targeting a Chinese-Cambodian tycoon and associates linked to transnational online fraud networks. Read the full investigation.
Donald Trump has pardoned sports executive Tim Leiweke, who faced charges of conspiring to rig a public university arena bidding process. Read the full story.
The South Bank Employers' Group has appointed five new directors to its board, marking a major governance overhaul. Discover how this will shape the area's future.
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.
A teenage girl has died after a minibus collided with a car near Tadcaster Grammar School. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
A teenage girl has died after a minibus carrying nine teenagers collided with a car on a rural Yorkshire road. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Victoria remains Australia's last state using group voting tickets for its upper house, a system criticised for undemocratic outcomes. Could 2026 bring change?
Blackstone is considering withdrawing its interest in a multibillion-pound takeover of self-storage giant Big Yellow Group ahead of a key December 8 deadline. Read the latest on this major property deal.
Spanish police arrest three suspected members of the Base, a banned neo-Nazi terror group, seizing weapons and training gear. The cell had direct links to the group's US founder.
Lily Allen's explosive album 'West End Girl' detailing her marriage to David Harbour has garnered public support from several of the actor's former partners and colleagues. Discover their reactions.