Civil servant accused of 8 jobs says work was 'lifeline'
A Whitechapel man accused of fraudulently holding eight government jobs and earning almost £350,000 told a court that work was his 'lifeline' and 'coping mechanism'.
Category : Corporate
Daniel Craig buys historic Clerkenwell darts pub
Former James Bond actor Daniel Craig has bought The Horseshoe pub in Clerkenwell, assuring regulars it will keep its 'proper boozer' status after a refurbishment.
London woman, 38, thriving as intentionally single
Sammy Hibbard-Daniels, 38, from London, says she is happier being intentionally single, prioritising friendships, travel, career and wellbeing over societal expectations.
HMRC: 730,000 miss £855 average tax refund—check P800
HMRC alerts 730,000+ workers who missed average £855 tax refunds last year. P800 letters arriving until Nov 2026; check and claim owed money.
Greggs to cut 740 jobs and close four factories in overhaul
Greggs plans to close four factories and cut about 740 jobs as part of a £60m overhaul, expecting £20m annual savings by 2029.
Common Bond shuts all 10 London fitness studios suddenly
Common Bond, owner of Reformcore, Barrecore, Boom Cycle, Triyoga and Kobox, closed all 10 London studios on Sept 23, leaving lifetime members who paid £2,400 in the dark.
AJ Pritchard in 'crisis' after DWTS loss, Strictly return 'unlikely'
AJ Pritchard faces a career crisis after losing Dancing With The Stars: The Next Pro final, with sources saying a Strictly return is 'extremely unlikely'.
Redundant at 24, now her soup firm is worth £600k
Bella Acland, made redundant four years ago, secured £40,000 from Dragon Susie Ma for Soul Kitchen. Sales have soared over 920% to £600,000, with nearly half a million cups sold.
Best resistance bands UK 2025: tested for strength and mobility
We tested 18 resistance band sets from Technogym, Les Mills, Peloton and more. The Technogym Power bands top our list for versatility and strength. See all our picks.
UK Corporate Reforms Entrench Neoliberalism
The UK government's consultation on corporate reporting prioritizes shareholders, scrapping CEO pay ratios and annual votes, a step backward for accountability and inequality.
Lady Gaga and Michael Polansky welcome first child: report
Lady Gaga and Michael Polansky have reportedly welcomed their first child, according to Page Six and People. Photos show the couple with a baby in California.
Sony axed Kojima's Physint over budget and milestones
Sony cancelled Hideo Kojima's Physint due to budget overruns, missed deadlines, and IP ownership concerns, Bloomberg reports. The title will now be funded by Xbox.
Scott Trust Endowment Reports 2016-2025 Published
The Scott Trust has published annual endowment fund performance reports covering 2016/2017 through 2024/2025, detailing financial results and investment outcomes.
Trump's Fortune Soars as Approval Hits Record Low
President Trump's net worth climbs to $6.5bn amid stock trades, while his approval rating drops to 33%, a record low, according to a recent FT poll.
Nike deal with London City Lionesses is largest in women's game
London City Lionesses' Nike front-of-shirt deal is the largest in women's football, exceeding some men's Premier League clubs' shirt deals, says owner Michele Kang.
Premier League Transfer Window Verdict: All 20 Clubs Assessed
The British transfer record was equalled as Manchester City signed Enzo Fernández for £125m, while Hull made 18 signings in a hectic summer window. Here's how every Premier League club fared.
Kroenke to buy LA Angels in $3.9bn-plus deal
Stan Kroenke's KSE will acquire controlling interest in the Los Angeles Angels from Arte Moreno for over $3.9bn, pending MLB approval, closing in Q1 2027.
City hijack Spurs' Ndiaye deal, open Fernández talks
Manchester City have agreed a £65m deal with Everton for Iliman Ndiaye, hijacking Tottenham's move, and opened talks with Chelsea for Enzo Fernández.
Ex-White House teleprompter operator fined $172,000 for bets
Gabriel Perez, a former White House teleprompter operator, has been fined $172,000 by the CFTC for betting on Trump's speeches using inside knowledge.
Meta's $18bn Settlement: A Blow or Bargain?
Meta's $18bn settlement over child harm claims barely dented its stock, rising 1.25%. Critics say the deal leaves the core algorithm untouched, demanding structural reforms.
Daiwa Europe Swings to Loss as Headcount Shrinks
Daiwa Securities Group's European arm reported a pre-tax loss of ¥2.4bn for H1 2023, reversing a year-earlier profit, as headcount fell to 675.
KPMG Australia Cuts 5% of Staff Amid Audit Scandal
KPMG Australia announced a 5% staff reduction, affecting 300 roles, as it navigates the fallout from the audit scandal and economic slowdown.
Goldman Sachs Adds 150 Staff to EU Hubs in Brexit Shift
Goldman Sachs has added 150 employees to its EU hubs in Frankfurt and Paris, expanding its post-Brexit presence as part of its ongoing contingency planning.
Man City agree €100m deal for Lille’s Ayyoub Bouaddi
Manchester City have agreed a deal worth up to €100m for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, taking their summer spending to nearly £200m. The 18-year-old was stood down from Lille’s Ligue 1 game against Angers.
From Door-to-Door Wig Sales to £20M Empire: Antonia's Story
Antonia Okonma Shittu, founder of A-List Lace Hair, turned a £20M celebrity-loved brand from humble beginnings, overcoming MS, heart failure, and financial hurdles.
Hedge Fund PMs Face Non-Compete Pay Cuts as Industry Shifts
Hedge fund portfolio managers on two-year non-compete clauses now face reduced payouts as firms tighten terms, according to recruiters and industry sources.
Barclays Names New Investment Banking Heads, Kirkland Hires
Barclays appoints new investment banking heads as Kirkland & Ellis hires a partner from Latham & Watkins, according to Financial News London.
UBS Hires JPMorgan's Su to Lead AI, Emerging Tech
UBS has appointed JPMorgan’s Janet Su as global head of AI and emerging technology, signaling a major push to integrate artificial intelligence across its banking operations.
Travelodge Boss Quits After Security Failings
Travelodge's chief executive has resigned following a critical report into security failings at the hotel chain, which included a failure to prevent sex trafficking and other crimes at its properties.
Travelodge CEO resigns after safety scandal over assaults
Travelodge CEO Joanna Boydell resigns after 13 years, following criticism over handling of guest assaults, including a sexual assault in Maidenhead and a domestic violence attack in London.
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