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Expert's Top 10 Wine Gift Ideas for Christmas 2025

A seasoned drinks professional with 24 years' experience shares his ultimate gift guide for wine enthusiasts, featuring unique presents to avoid common pitfalls. Discover the perfect present.

US Hemp Ban 2026: Impact on CBD and THC Products

A new US federal ban on most hemp-derived products, effective November 2026, will reshape availability, pricing, and composition of CBD and THC items. Here's what consumers need to know.

Christmas Wine: The Case for Magnum Bottles

Discover why wine experts recommend magnum bottles for Christmas celebrations. Better aging, perfect sharing size, and enhanced festive experience. Upgrade your holiday wine selection!

Banks face £16m hike in Financial Ombudsman fees

UK banks face an £86m Financial Ombudsman Service levy as Treasury reforms cost £8m. Motor finance cases to surge 300% under new crackdown. Discover how this affects financial services.

Sugar Tax Extended to Cover Milkshakes and Lattes

The UK government announces milkshakes will no longer be exempt from the sugar tax as part of strengthened measures to tackle childhood obesity. Learn how this affects your favourite drinks.

Sugar tax extended to milkshakes and lattes

Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces the soft drinks levy will expand to include milkshakes and milk substitutes to tackle childhood obesity. Read the latest.

Simon Levy charged with London murders and rape

A 40-year-old man faces charges for the murders of two women in London and the rape of a third victim in a complex police investigation. Authorities urge witnesses to come forward.

Iran's diplomatic shift meets internal repression

Iran attempts soft-power transformation while cracking down domestically. Can Tehran's charm offensive overcome regional suspicions and internal divisions? Analysis of Iran's strategic dilemma.

Best Non-Alcoholic Spirits for UK Drinkers

Discover Mark Diacono's top non-alcoholic spirits and cocktails for the festive season. From Mother Root to Sylva Labs, elevate your alcohol-free drinking experience.

Milkshake tax could force business to quit UK

Global Brands CEO Steve Perez warns Rachel Reeves' proposed 'milkshake tax' changes could force his family business to move production overseas, costing £10m annually. Read the full story.

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