WH Smith Earned Only £10m from Store Sale
WH Smith received only £10m upfront from Modella Capital's £42m purchase of 480 stores, now facing restructuring with up to 150 closures.
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Tupperware Gang Boss Jailed for £1.3M Cocaine Stash
Marc Kane, 43, known as the 'Tupperware Gang' boss, was jailed for 10 years for supplying £1.3M of cocaine hidden in plastic containers along Suffolk country lanes.
P&O Ferries Adds £50 Surcharge Due to Iran War Fuel Costs
P&O Ferries hikes prices with up to £50 surcharges as Iran war drives fuel costs, sparking criticism from rivals and holidaymakers.
Ashley Admits Role in JD Sports Car Park Leak
Mike Ashley reveals he masterminded the car park footage leak that led to Peter Cowgill's downfall at JD Sports, citing rivalry and respect.
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Yotel Ginza Tokyo Review: Robots, Budget, and Comfort
An honest review of Yotel Ginza Tokyo: robot room service, compact but cosy rooms, great location, and budget-friendly prices from £127 a night.
Hantavirus Cruise Ship Reaches Canary Islands for Evacuation
The MV Hondius, hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak, arrived in Tenerife. Passengers, including 22 Brits, will be tested and flown home. Three have died.
Best TVs for World Cup 2026: From £219 to OLED Deals
Upgrade your TV for the World Cup 2026 with our top picks, from a £219 4K bargain to an affordable OLED. Find the best value MiniLED and OLED TVs for football.
Designer Treasures at London's Best Car Boot Sale
A woman shares her experience at Pimlico car boot sale, finding Chanel, Gucci, and Prada items among bargains. The sale is held every Sunday.
TikTok Influencers Arrested Over £1M Fake Goods
TikTok influencers arrested for selling over £1.1 million in counterfeit clothes and trainers from a warehouse in Rotherham, South Yorkshire.
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Caribbean Princess Cruise Norovirus Outbreak Hits Over 100
Over 100 passengers and crew on the Caribbean Princess cruise ship have fallen ill with norovirus, causing severe vomiting and diarrhoea. Sanitation measures are in place as the ship heads to Puerto Plata.
Sveti Stefan Reopens After 5 Years
Sveti Stefan, Montenegro's iconic pink beach island, reopens to tourists after a five-year closure. The luxury resort settlement allows local beach access while maintaining exclusivity.
Victoria Starmer's Cream Blazer: A Political Power Move
Victoria Starmer wore a cream blazer to vote with PM Keir Starmer, continuing a tradition of women using power blazers at key political moments.
Pinewood Leads Shift from Studios to Datacentres
Pinewood, home of James Bond and Disney, pivots 78% of expansion to datacentres, reflecting UK film industry's post-peak TV slowdown and AI-driven property shift.
Spiritless Summer: High Fuel Costs Squeeze US Travelers
Soaring oil prices due to the Iran war have led to higher travel costs, Spirit Airlines shutdown, and fewer options for Americans this summer, impacting budget travelers.
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Trump Airport Branding Deal Opens New Route to Profit
A new agreement grants Donald Trump control over licensing and merchandising at the renamed Palm Beach airport, potentially netting millions for his family.
Spirit Airlines' Demise and Soaring Air Travel Costs
Spirit Airlines shuts down amid rising fuel costs and debt, making air travel more expensive and uncomfortable. A personal reflection on the state of flying.
Mount Dukono Eruption: Body Found, Two Singaporeans Still Missing
Rescuers have recovered the body of an Indonesian hiker after Mount Dukono erupted, while the search for two missing Singaporeans continues amid high volcanic activity.
Frontier Plane Hits Person on Runway at Denver Airport
A Frontier Airlines flight struck a pedestrian on the runway during takeoff at Denver International Airport, causing an engine fire and evacuation. The incident is under investigation.
7 Last-Minute Mother's Day Gifts That Arrive by Sunday
Discover thoughtful last-minute Mother's Day gifts that arrive by Sunday, from flower bundles to subscription services, plus a favorite bourbon and sleep mask deal.
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Trump Media Losses $406M in Q1, Revenue $870K
Trump Media and Technology Group lost nearly $406 million in Q1 2026, with revenue of only $870,000. Losses stem from $3.5B in bitcoin buys during 2025 surge.
Greggs Plans New Outlet Store in Canterbury
Greggs has submitted a bid to open its 57th outlet store at a former Carphone Warehouse in Canterbury, offering discounted surplus food to reduce waste.
Five Biggest Revelations from US UFO Files
The US released classified UFO files revealing Apollo astronaut sightings, FBI alien reports, Nazi UFO claims, and super-hot orbs chasing fighter jets.
HMS Dragon Deploys to Strait of Hormuz for Joint Mission
HMS Dragon is sent to the Middle East to join a UK-French led mission ensuring safe passage in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing hostilities between Iran and US-Israeli forces.
Virgin Atlantic Halts Dubai Flights to 2027
Virgin Atlantic cancels all UK flights to Dubai until winter 2027 due to evolving customer demand and jet fuel crisis. Seattle service also suspended.
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Pilot: 'We Just Hit Somebody' as Plane Catches Fire
A Frontier Airlines flight aborted takeoff at Denver International Airport after hitting a pedestrian, causing an engine fire. Over 200 passengers evacuated via slides.
Car Hits Pedestrians in Nottinghamshire, Driver Flees
A red Vauxhall Astra ploughed into pedestrians in Arnold, Nottinghamshire, leaving multiple injured. The driver fled, and police are searching for a white male suspect.
Expandable EasyJet Cabin Bag on Amazon Sale
Shoppers praise this expandable COOLIFE cabin bag on Amazon for its style, size, and price, fitting EasyJet's free underseat allowance.
May 2026 Closures: Quiz, Franco Manca, and More
Several retail and restaurant chains have confirmed closures for May 2026, including Quiz Clothing, Franco Manca, and Poundstretcher. Banks like Santander and NatWest are also shutting branches.
Spanish Airport Shuts for 5 Weeks, Flights Halted
Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport in Galicia, Spain, closes for runway resurfacing from April 23 to May 27, affecting over 5,000 Brits with 30 weekly UK flights cancelled.
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Two Arrested After Acid Attack Outside McDonald's
A man in his 30s was hospitalized after an acid attack outside a McDonald's in Ashton-under-Lyne. Two men arrested, police say no risk to public.
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