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Olivia Attwood 'Already Thinking About Divorce' from Bradley Dack
Olivia Attwood is reportedly taking steps to divorce Bradley Dack after confirming their split, with sources claiming she views it as final and is focusing on her career and independence.
Ex-RFU Chair Tom Ilube Named Chairman of LINK ATM Network
Tom Ilube, former Rugby Football Union chairman and WPP board member, will lead Britain's largest cash machine network as its new chairman, announced on Monday.
Branson Emails Show 'Harem' Remark to Epstein
Newly released emails show Sir Richard Branson told Jeffrey Epstein to bring his 'harem' and offered public relations advice regarding his past conviction.
Pokémon Cancels Event at Japanese Shrine After Chinese Anger
The Pokémon Company has apologised and cancelled a planned card game event at Tokyo's Yasukuni Shrine after Chinese media accused it of disrespecting historical victims of Japanese aggression.
Corporate America's Silence Tested by Trump's Immigration Raids
As Trump's second term sees brutal immigration raids and protester deaths in Minnesota, US CEOs face mounting pressure to speak out, balancing fears of government retaliation against public anger.
French MPs Question Capgemini's ICE Deal
French lawmakers demand transparency after Capgemini subsidiary signs $4.8m contract with US immigration agency ICE to help trace and expel migrants.
Alcohol Duty Hike Forces Price Rises
Industry leaders warn that alcohol businesses have no choice but to increase prices following February's duty rise, with pubs and bars closing at record rates.
Elon Musk's Epstein Ties Exposed in New Emails
Newly released documents show Elon Musk had friendly communications with Jeffrey Epstein, including plans to visit his private island in 2013, contradicting his past denials.
Tech Moguls Absent from Melania Documentary Premiere
The world premiere of the Melania documentary in Washington DC saw notable absences among Trump's tech allies, raising questions about their political affiliations.
Uline Worker Quits Over MAGA Billionaire Owners' Politics
A Uline customer service employee resigns publicly, condemning the company's billionaire owners for funding Trump and MAGA Republicans while America 'descends into fascism'.
PI's 30-Second Hack to Catch Cheating Partners
A private investigator reveals a simple method using email addresses to check if your partner is on dating apps, with expert advice on handling suspicions.
BAT Sued for North Korea Venture Funding Terrorism
US military victims sue British American Tobacco, claiming its North Korea cigarette venture funded weapons used in terrorist attacks in the Middle East.
Nomura Fees Hit Record as Japan M&A Surges
Nomura's dealmaking fees have soared to a record high, driven by a significant surge in mergers and acquisitions activity across Japan's corporate landscape.
Maya Jama and Ruben Dias' Home Burglarised
TV presenter Maya Jama and footballer Ruben Dias have been left 'devastated' after burglars ransacked their £4 million rented mansion in Cheshire while both were away.
SpaceX Merger Plans with Tesla or xAI Before IPO
SpaceX is reportedly exploring a merger with Tesla or xAI, as Elon Musk aims to consolidate his empire ahead of a potential $1.5tn stock market flotation.
UBS COO Exits, Cboe Unveils Leadership Changes
UBS Asset Management's Chief Operating Officer has left the firm, while Cboe Global Markets reveals a series of executive appointments in a strategic leadership overhaul.
AstraZeneca Invests £11bn in China After UK Row
Britain's largest pharmaceutical firm AstraZeneca announces a $15bn investment in China during Keir Starmer's visit, following tensions with the UK government over drug pricing that led to paused domestic expansions.
Five Bankers Get Libor Conviction Appeal Chance
The UK's Criminal Cases Review Commission refers five former traders' rate-rigging convictions to the Court of Appeal following landmark Supreme Court decisions.
Lloyds CEO: Bankers Must Reskill for AI Revolution
Lloyds Banking Group CEO Charlie Nunn warns AI will radically change financial services, requiring staff to reskill while creating new roles and boosting profits.
Fujitsu European Boss Steps Down in Scandal Aftermath
Paul Patterson, Fujitsu's European CEO, will step down in March but remain as UK non-executive chair to oversee the firm's response to the Post Office Horizon inquiry.
Lazard Doubles MD Hires Amid Record Advisory Fees
Lazard has doubled its managing director hires in London as advisory fees hit a record high, driven by strong deal activity in the UK market.
Mining M&A Hits $93.7bn Record High in 2025
Global mining sector merger and acquisition activity reached its highest annual total since 2012, driven by demand for critical minerals like gold, lithium, and cobalt amid AI and clean energy growth.
Big Tech Fines Fail to Deter as Cash Flow Absorbs Costs
Major tech firms like Alphabet, Apple, Meta and Amazon faced $7.8bn in fines in 2025, but could pay them in under a month using free cash flow, raising questions about regulatory effectiveness.
Ocado Hit as Canadian Partner Closes Robotic Warehouse
Ocado shares plummet nearly 10% after Canadian partner Sobeys announces closure of Calgary robotic warehouse, marking another setback for the UK online delivery group's expansion strategy.
Santander Closes 44 UK Branches, 300 Jobs at Risk
Santander UK is closing 44 branches, putting nearly 300 jobs at risk, as it prepares for its £2.6bn takeover of TSB. The move reflects a shift to digital banking.
This Bank's Bland Rebrand: A Corporate Identity Crisis
City Editor Simon Hunt critiques This Bank's unimaginative corporate rebrand from JN Bank, comparing it to historic branding failures like Abrdn and Consignia.
Lloyds Launches £1.8bn Buyback After Profit Beat
Lloyds Banking Group has launched a £1.8bn share buyback programme after reporting better-than-expected 2025 profits, with pre-tax earnings reaching £6.7bn.
Tesla Axes EV Models in Robotics Revenue Drive
Tesla discontinues Model S and X production to focus on robotics and AI, with $20bn investment amid revenue decline and competitive EV market pressures.
Deutsche Bank Profit Jumps 32% as Deal-Making Slips
Deutsche Bank's investment banking division reports a 32% profit increase to €1.3 billion, even as deal-making revenue falls sharply amid market challenges.
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