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Ebay Buys Depop from Etsy in $1.2 Billion Fashion Deal
Ebay has agreed to purchase second-hand fashion app Depop from rival Etsy for $1.2 billion, aiming to attract younger, sustainability-focused Gen Z consumers. The deal is set to close by end of March.
Tinie Tempah: More Than a Rapper, a Creative Entrepreneur
British music icon Tinie Tempah discusses his evolution from chart-topping rapper to successful angel investor and creative entrepreneur ahead of his Dragons' Den appearance, emphasizing business as key to social mobility.
Video Games Threatened by TikTok, Gambling, and Pornography
A new report reveals video games are losing ground to social media, online gambling, and creator pornography as players shift their time and spending to alternative interactive experiences.
Tennis Ball Travel Hack: Essential for In-Flight Comfort
Health experts reveal how a tennis ball can prevent stiffness and enhance circulation during flights, with tips from osteopaths and travel aficionados.
Small Businesses Warn April Cost Surges Could Force Cuts
Over a third of small businesses plan to close or reduce output as higher taxes, energy bills, and employment costs take effect in April, warns the Federation of Small Businesses.
Nintendo's Surprise Switch 2 Upgrade for Xenoblade Chronicles X
Nintendo has unexpectedly released a Switch 2 Edition upgrade for Xenoblade Chronicles X, available as a digital purchase or a low-cost upgrade from the Switch 1 version, with enhanced 4K and 60fps performance.
AI Chatbots in Social Life and Personal Decisions
Explore how people use AI chatbots for everyday tasks like drafting messages, managing relationships, and making life choices. Share your stories on AI's role in social navigation.
Co-op Rolls Out Flexible Checkouts in 150 UK Stores
Co-op introduces 'flexi checkouts' at 150 stores by April, allowing customers to choose between self-service or cashier-led options to reduce queues and enhance service.
Stone Point Capital Backs UK Wealth Manager Amber River
Stone Point Capital has made a strategic investment in Amber River, a UK wealth management firm, to support its growth and expansion plans in the financial services sector.
iHerb Offers 20% Off Best-Selling Beauty Items
iHerb launches a major sale with 20% discounts on popular beauty and wellness products, including serums, cleansers, and supplements, using code CHAMPION until March 4, 2026.
World Cup Pub Hours Extended for Knockout Games, Sparks Debate
Pubs in England and Wales can stay open until 2am for World Cup knockout games if home nations qualify, but landlords warn of staffing and cost challenges amid mixed reactions.
AI and Trump Fuel Digital Blackface Surge in Media
AI-generated videos and White House propaganda are amplifying digital blackface, exploiting Black stereotypes in media. Experts warn of rising disinformation and cultural appropriation risks.
Debenhams Exceeds Equity Raise Target Amid Share Drop
Debenhams Group successfully raised £40 million in equity despite a 20% share price drop, with Frasers Group participating in the fundraise as part of ongoing boardroom tensions.
Tech CEO's First Job Was in Sports Shop with Rachel Reeves
Daniel Callaghan, founder and CEO of fast-growing tech firm Veremark, shares career insights from his first job alongside Rachel Reeves to building a global business.
Funeral Directors Jailed for Decomposing Body Scandal
Richard Elkin and Hayley Bell sentenced to four years in prison for preventing decent burial and fraud after decomposing remains found in their mortuary.
UK Manufacturing Faces Low Orders and Price Pressures
The Confederation of British Industry reports ongoing challenges for UK manufacturers, including declining orders and persistent cost pressures, signaling a tough economic outlook for the sector.
Tesco Cafés Go Fancy with New Upscale Menu Items
Tesco's in-store cafés have transformed their offerings with 11 new upscale dishes including Turkish-style eggs, matcha lattes, and fried chicken crumpets, available until March 23 across 329 UK locations.
UK Minister: EU 'Made in Europe' Strategy May Harm Supply Chains
Nick Thomas-Symonds warns that the EU's new industrial strategy requiring European-made products could create trade barriers and increase costs between the UK and EU member states.
Big Tech's $400bn AI Debt Bubble Risks
Meta, Oracle, and xAI bury billions in AI infrastructure debt using special purpose vehicles, raising bubble fears as sector borrowing hits $1.5tn. Experts warn of complexity and opacity reminiscent of past tech crashes.
Nigeria Mine Gas Leak Kills 37, Injures 26 in Toxic Disaster
A deadly toxic gas leak at a mine in Nigeria has resulted in 37 fatalities and 26 hospitalizations. Miners were exposed to lead oxide, sulphur, and carbon monoxide in a poorly ventilated shaft.
Norwegian Blastr Bids for UK's Speciality Steels in Green Steel Push
Norwegian green steel group Blastr is among bidders for Speciality Steels UK, Britain's third-largest steel producer, which collapsed into liquidation last summer. The deal could reshape the UK's struggling steel sector.
Schroders' Wealth Division Under Strategic Review
Schroders' historic wealth management division is undergoing a strategic review, with potential restructuring and leadership changes amid market pressures and evolving client demands.
Lost Mario Kart Arcade Games Playable Again After Fan Work
Dedicated fans have made Mario Kart Arcade GP and its sequel playable via emulation after over 10 years, reviving a forgotten part of Nintendo history.
Klarna's $1B Quarter Contrasts with Shareholder Losses
Klarna reported a record $1 billion revenue quarter in Q4 2025, with active customers surging to 118 million. However, shareholder returns plummeted as stock fell over 55% post-IPO, with losses attributed to banking expansion costs.
Airbus Suggests Split Fighter Jets for Europe's FCAS Project
Airbus recommends splitting Europe's €100bn Future Combat Air System into two separate warplanes amid disputes between Germany, France, and Spain over leadership and technical needs.
AI Sparks Worker Power Debate Amid Workplace Anxiety
The rise of artificial intelligence is exposing power imbalances between employers and employees, creating both fear and opportunity for labor movements worldwide.
Office Selfie Hack: Excel and Outlook for Perfect Lighting
A TikTok creator reveals a simple desk trick using blank Excel sheets and an Outlook email to achieve studio-quality lighting for iPhone selfies, boosting productivity.
Evolv Hires Chef Miller Prada as Culinary Consultant
The Evolv Collection has appointed Michelin-starred chef Miller Prada as group culinary consultant, marking a significant expansion of its high-end restaurant portfolio across London.
Elder Scrolls 6: Skyrim-Style Game with Creation Engine 3
Bethesda's Todd Howard confirms Elder Scrolls 6 will follow Skyrim's classic formula, not Starfield's detour, using an upgraded Creation Engine 3 for development.
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