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Category : Business
BDO UK and Ireland announce landmark accounting merger
In a landmark move for the professional services sector, BDO's UK and Irish firms announce plans to merge, creating a £1.4bn revenue giant poised to challenge the Big Four's dominance in the mid-market arena.
The Entertainer cuts jobs amid rising costs and tax hikes
Britain's beloved toy retailer The Entertainer announces significant redundancies across its UK stores, citing crippling business rates, rising wages and economic pressures.
Driver hits multiple people on French holiday island
Multiple people injured after vehicle strikes pedestrians on popular French holiday island, sparking major emergency response and investigation into the incident.
AI Bubble Fears Spark Global Market Sell-Off
World stock markets experience dramatic downturn amid growing concerns that the artificial intelligence investment boom has reached unsustainable levels, wiping billions from company valuations.
Facebook job ad algorithm ruled sexist in France
France's equality authority finds Meta's Facebook discriminated against women in job advertising, ordering fundamental changes to its algorithm and transparency measures.
Free £15 supermarket vouchers for households
Thousands of UK households could qualify for supermarket vouchers worth up to £15 through the Household Support Fund. Here's how to check eligibility and claim.
PS5 Cross-Buy Feature Leaked: Sony's PC Plans Revealed
Exciting leaks suggest Sony is developing a revolutionary cross-buy system that would let players purchase games once to play on both PS5 and PC, alongside a dedicated PlayStation PC launcher.
M&S Launches 'Best Cookies Yet' - Shoppers Obsessed
M&S has unleashed a new collection of gourmet cookies that customers are calling their finest creation to date, with some flavours selling out within hours.
Banks hike bonuses 15% but fear dealmaker exodus
London's investment banks are hiking bonuses to retain top talent despite concerns that financial incentives alone won't prevent a brain drain from the dealmaking sector.
Novo Nordisk cuts forecasts again as drug demand slows
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk has cut its sales and profit forecasts for the second time in three months, sending shockwaves through the healthcare sector as demand for its blockbuster weight-loss drugs shows signs of slowing.
M&S cyber attack costs retailer £4.5 million
Retail giant Marks & Spencer discloses the staggering financial impact of a sophisticated cyber attack that compromised employee data and disrupted operations.
CCTV captures UPS cargo plane crash near Kentucky airport
Dramatic surveillance video shows the terrifying moment a UPS Boeing 767 cargo aircraft crashes and bursts into flames during approach to Kentucky airport.
BDO Announces Major UK & Ireland Accounting Merger
Two of BDO's largest firms unite in strategic merger, creating a £1.1 billion revenue practice with ambitious growth targets and enhanced client services across the UK and Ireland.
Brits ditching holiday hassle for UK staycations
Discover why a growing number of UK residents are choosing staycations over stressful overseas travel, from airport chaos to hidden costs.
Hisense Black Friday 2024: Massive TV & Appliance Deals
Get ready for massive savings! Hisense's Black Friday 2024 sale brings incredible discounts on premium TVs, smart appliances, and home entertainment systems across the UK.
Wetherspoon's cautious on outlook amid budget uncertainty
JD Wetherspoon sounds alarm over rising costs and economic pressures as budget uncertainty threatens pub chain's recovery momentum.
£1.5bn plan to stop young entrepreneurs leaving UK
Radical new proposal calls for government-backed startup fund and tax incentives to prevent young business talent from fleeing overseas. Could this be the answer to Britain's innovation exodus?
Vanquis warns of £7m FCA motor finance hit
Subprime lender Vanquis Banking Group faces a potential £7 million hit from the FCA's motor finance review, warning of 'material uncertainty' if the regulator doesn't change course.
M&S profits plunge 90% after cyber attack
Retail giant Marks & Spencer reveals devastating financial impact of cyber attack as annual profits nearly wiped out, dropping from £32.4 million to just £2.5 million.
M&S profits plunge over 50% after cyber attack
Retail giant Marks & Spencer reports profits more than halved after sophisticated cyber attack disrupts operations and forces costly recovery measures.
India's AI deepfake crisis targets women
A disturbing new wave of AI-powered harassment is sweeping across India, with women facing extortion and abuse through digitally altered nude images. Experts warn this growing epidemic threatens to silence female voices online.
China ends US soybean tariffs amid Microsoft cyber crisis
In a dramatic shift in trade policy, China removes tariffs on US soybeans as Microsoft reports staggering $237 billion market cap loss following cyber attack. Full market coverage.
M&G reaches £365bn assets as retail inflows surge
Investment giant M&G reports impressive £4.5bn net inflows for 2023, with retail investors driving growth despite challenging market conditions and pushing assets under management to £365bn.
TP ICAP revenue jumps 8% as market volatility boosts performance
The world's largest inter-dealer broker reports strong first-half performance driven by market volatility, as strategic review of data services business continues.
Alentejo's Golden Autumn: Portugal's Ancient Charm
Escape to Portugal's Alentejo region this autumn for ancient hilltop cities, golden vineyards, and authentic cultural experiences away from the crowds.
Harrods brand faces legal action over 14-day work claims
A former employee alleges she was dismissed after complaining about working 14 consecutive days and claims she's owed £16,000 in unpaid wages from the luxury retailer.
Chinese astronauts delayed after space debris collision
In a dramatic orbital incident, Chinese astronauts aboard the Tiangong space station face extended stay after their Shenzhou-20 spacecraft was struck by space debris, raising concerns about growing space junk threats.
London's 3-Hour Artisan Electricity Gift
Londoners receive unexpected gift of three hours of complimentary 'artisanal electricity' from National Grid, sparking creativity and conversations about sustainable energy consumption.
London's Hidden Shopping Village You Need To Discover
Tucked away in East London's Bromley-by-Bow lies a remarkable independent shopping arcade that locals have been keeping to themselves - until now.
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