A couple's festive trip to Ko Phi Phi turned into a nightmare of illness and a stranded boat tour. Discover why it's now their fondest pre-child Christmas memory. Read their cautionary yet heartwarming tale.
Official figures show UK retail sales volumes fell 0.1% in November, defying forecasts of Black Friday growth. Shoppers held back amid budget uncertainty and wet weather.
WH Smith's profits plummet to £16m as the FCA launches a formal investigation. The retailer is attempting to recover £7m in bonuses from former executives. Read the full story.
A consortium backed by Deutsche Börse and Euronext is set to launch a consolidated tape for European bonds in July 2025, aiming to boost market transparency and data quality.
Metro readers share their most cringe-worthy office festive party mistakes, from punch-ups and ill-advised flirting to wardrobe malfunctions and disciplinary action.
A top partner at elite City law firm Macfarlanes earned a record £5m last year, as profits soar and pay for senior lawyers reaches new heights. Discover the figures behind the UK's legal pay boom.
Harper Fox Partners, the recruitment firm founded by Apprentice finalist Scarlett Allen-Horton and backed by Lord Alan Sugar, has reported negative equity of over £30k. Discover the financial details and what it means for the business.
New research reveals a stark warning for UK accountants: technical prowess alone won't secure career advancement. Discover why communication and leadership are now non-negotiable.
City AM's quarterly magazine is up for Best Supplement, with editor Steve Dinneen also nominated for Features Writer of the Year. Winners announced 11 March.
The Financial Conduct Authority launches an investigation into WH Smith following accounting errors in its US division. CEO resigns as profit forecasts are slashed.
A festive traveller's 'Christmas Market Bingo' challenge in Stockholm uncovers surprisingly cheap food and drink, with glögg and bratwurst under £4. Discover why this Swedish gem beats pricier European rivals.
UK retail sales fell 0.1% in November as Budget uncertainty overshadowed Black Friday. Discover the key trends and what it means for the crucial Christmas period.
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Goldman Sachs has dethroned JPMorgan as the top UK dealmaker in 2024, leading a surge in M&A and equity capital markets activity. Discover the key deals and market shifts behind this major power shift.
UK retail sales fell 0.1% in November as cautious shoppers held back, with the Black Friday boost weaker than usual. Explore the ONS data and what it means for the economy.
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The Productivity Commission has abandoned a proposal to let AI firms use copyrighted material for training. The government will wait three years before reviewing copyright rules.
Consumer tech expert Gareth Butterfield unveils his favourite gadgets of 2025, from foldable phones to DIY solar kits. Discover the year's top innovations and where to buy them.
TUI launches new direct flights from Cardiff to Fuerteventura, the 'mini Maldives', offering Welsh travellers easy access to winter sun from tomorrow. Discover the island's lunar beaches and 20°C escapes.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces off against Ryanair's Michael O'Leary in The Guardian's Christmas business quiz. Who will win this festive battle of wits? Read the full story.
The British Retail Consortium warns managing inflation expectations is key for 2026. High consumer forecasts may force the Bank of England to limit rate cuts. Read the analysis.
Kensington and Chelsea Council greenlights 274-home Lots Road South scheme, including 118 affordable homes, amid resident concerns over two decades of building works.
A UK lottery winner's £1.2m jackpot turned into a financial nightmare after a simple mistake. Discover the costly tax bill that followed and the crucial lessons for all winners.
GameCentral readers discuss the contenders for 2025's second-best video game, from Silksong to Hades 2, while grappling with industry issues like Steam's 19,000 releases and Metroid Prime 4's flaws.
The UK's financial watchdog will let banks set their own contactless payment limits from March 2025, scrapping the £100 cap. Find out how this could boost high street spending.
ByteDance agrees to sell TikTok's US business, ending years of political uncertainty. The deal, set for 22 January 2026, transfers control to a US-led consortium. Read the full details.
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TikTok has finalised a deal to sell its US operations to American investors Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX, averting a ban. The agreement, delayed for years, sees ByteDance retain a minority stake.
The Guardian has updated its digital terms and conditions. Discover the key changes affecting your use of its website, apps, and services, and what they mean for you.
Police believe retired NASCAR star Greg Biffle and his family are among seven killed in a Cessna jet crash at a North Carolina airport. The investigation is ongoing.