Historic London stockbroker First Equity targets Northwest UK growth with a new Liverpool base, revealed at a charity lunch. The firm is also the recognised broker for Everton Football Club share auctions.
London-based MHA, a top 15 UK accountancy network, acquires Fiducia in the UAE, marking its first major international expansion beyond the UK. Read the full strategy.
UK business leaders warn of a prolonged private sector slump until Spring 2026, driven by pre-Budget investment freezes and hiring pauses. Explore the CBI data and economic impacts.
GSK strikes a voluntary agreement with the US government to lower prescription medicine costs by up to 66% and bolster American drug supply chains. Read the full details.
New ONS data shows the UK household saving ratio fell to 9.5% last quarter. Economists say caution remains as savings stay above pre-pandemic levels. Read the full analysis.
A commercial pilot explains the genuine, disruptive reason you must switch to airplane mode. It's not a safety conspiracy, but it will annoy the flight crew.
The UK's economic growth for Q2 2025 has been revised down to 0.2%. Real household disposable income fell 0.8% in Q3, raising recession fears. Read the full analysis.
Our reporter tried Rick Stein's only London restaurant in Barnes. Discover if the festive menu and famous fish dishes live up to the hype. Read the full verdict now.
Torbay Council's £20 million regeneration project will revitalise Torquay's harbourside with new homes, a boutique hotel, and improved travel, boosting tourism and creating jobs over the next decade.
Affordable Valentine's spa deals are selling fast. Book a romantic weekend getaway or luxury spa day in London and Northumberland before they're gone.
South Korean MPs have voted to establish an independent parliamentary inquiry into the Jeju Air disaster that killed 179 people, amid accusations of delays and cover-ups by the official investigation body.
Explore the Lake District's first public observatory in Grizedale Forest. Enjoy planetarium shows, dark sky events, and a cosmic escape under pristine night skies. Plan your visit today.
Shoppers are raving about Dunelm's Billie duvet set, priced from £32, which offers a luxurious look without the creases. Discover why it has a 4.7-star rating.
Sky News analysis reveals growing fears of an AI investment bubble. Experts highlight three critical pressure points that could burst it, questioning if the maths behind the trillion-dollar boom still adds up.
Sky News analysis reveals why the maths behind the AI investment boom may no longer add up. Experts warn of three critical pressure points that could burst the multi-trillion dollar bubble.
Origin Energy faces legal action for allegedly overcharging thousands of vulnerable former customers via Centrepay. Read the full details of the regulator's case.
Australia mandates major LNG exporters to reserve up to a quarter of gas for domestic use from 2027, aiming to lower soaring energy prices. Read the full details of this historic policy.
Irish indie game The Séance Of Blake Manor earns a stellar 9/10. Our review explores this 1897-set supernatural detective mystery, one of the best games of the year. Read the full analysis.
A PwC report predicts AI will automate many dealmaking tasks by 2026, reshaping investment banking. Discover the roles at risk and the new skills required.
The UK financial world mourns the loss of several prominent leaders in 2025. Remembering their legacies in banking, regulation, and fintech.
A CBI survey of 900+ firms shows a sharp private sector downturn as 2026 begins, with falling output and hiring freezes. Discover the data and business leaders' warnings.
A major power failure left 130,000 PG&E customers in the dark across San Francisco, crippling traffic signals and stranding autonomous Waymo vehicles. Mayor urges residents to stay indoors.
A SpaceX Starship explosion during a test flight created a major aviation hazard, forcing three airliners to navigate a debris-filled no-fly zone. New FAA documents reveal the full safety risk.
Sir Alec Reed, founder of Reed employment agency and pioneering philanthropist behind The Big Give, has died aged 91. His innovative charity model raised hundreds of millions.
The chair of the Social Mobility Commission warns Keir Starmer has no coherent plan to tackle entrenched inequalities, as youth unemployment hits a three-year high. Read the exclusive report.
Gail's Bakery sparks debate by opening 10 London branches on Christmas Day. While some praise the move for combating loneliness, others criticise it for staff welfare. Discover the full story and locations.
Cash-strapped Gen Z Australians are redefining spending with 'little luxuries' like mini alcohol bottles and rented wardrobes, even as debt rises. Discover the new consumer mindset.
Over 120 leading economists, including Nobel winner Joseph Stiglitz, demand immediate suspension of Sri Lanka's debt repayments following catastrophic Cyclone Ditwah, which killed 600 and destroyed thousands of homes.
Move beyond doomscrolling. Discover 25 clever, practical uses for your smartphone, from DIY tools to health monitors and smart home controls. Transform your device today.
After a tough 2025, UK economic prospects are looking up. Discover four key reasons, from consumer spending hopes to rising productivity, that point to a better 2026.