The Post Office has taken a significant step in its strategy to transition to a fully franchised network by announcing RF Retail as the new franchise operator for three of its branches in the Humberside area. This move is part of a broader initiative that saw the Post Office announce last...
Red Funnel, a leading UK ferry operator, has taken a significant step towards sustainable maritime transport by demonstrating the technology behind the Artemis EF-24 Passenger ferry. The event, held at the Royal Yacht Squadron in Cowes, showcased the ferry's innovative hydrofoil propulsion...
Serabi Gold plc, a Brazilian-focused gold mining and development company, has announced its unaudited interim results for the three-month period ended 31 March 2025, showcasing a significant improvement in both production and profitability. The company reported gold production of 10,013...
An employment tribunal has dismissed a race discrimination claim by a former Currys employee, Adeel Habib, who alleged he was 'cold-shouldered' by colleagues after a dispute over a missing office mug. The tribunal found that Habib's reaction to the incident was likely perceived by his...
Getty Images, a leading photo licensing company, is embroiled in a costly legal battle with Stability AI, a U.K.-based startup known for its Stable Diffusion text-to-image model. The dispute centers around allegations that Stability AI and other AI labs have used copyright-protected images...
In Basingstoke, a couple has been ordered to dismantle their home gym following complaints from neighbors about parking issues. Emma Woodley and Paul Willis, who invested tens of thousands of pounds into the single-storey structure on their driveway, now face the task of removing it within...
In a significant move towards renewable energy development, Statkraft, the Norwegian state-owned hydropower firm, has partnered with Clydeport, a subsidiary of Peel Ports Group, to explore the potential of a green hydrogen production and export facility at the Hunterston Port and Resource...
The High Court has ratified an indefinite extension of an injunction aimed at preventing the blockage of bin lorries leaving depots in Birmingham, as the city grapples with a prolonged strike by bin workers. The Birmingham City Council announced that the consent order, agreed upon with the...
Reed Hastings, the co-founder and former CEO of Netflix, has been appointed to the board of directors at Anthropic, a move that underscores the growing intersection between technology leadership and artificial intelligence (AI) ethics. Hastings, renowned for transforming Netflix into a global...
FX has officially renewed the critically acclaimed docuseries 'Welcome to Wrexham' for a fifth season, continuing the story of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's journey as owners of Wrexham AFC. The upcoming season will document the team's debut in the EFL Championship, marking another...
The transport industry is in mourning following the death of Andrew Wickham MBE, the managing director of Go South Coast, after a long illness. Wickham, a revered figure in the public transport sector, dedicated nearly four decades to improving bus services across the UK, leaving behind a...
The motorsport community is in mourning following the tragic death of Julian Grimwade, a seasoned competitor, during the Vintage Sports Car Club's race event at Donington Park on Saturday, May 24. Motorsport UK, the national governing body, confirmed the incident and expressed its deep sorrow...
The high-speed rail project HS2 is under investigation following allegations that a subcontractor, Danny Sullivan Group, overcharged for supplying workers to the West Midlands section of the line. HS2 Ltd has suspended the firm from new contracts pending the outcome of the probe. The...
Port congestion in northern Europe has reached critical levels, with significant delays reported in major hubs such as Bremerhaven, Antwerp, and Hamburg. According to a recent report by Drewry, a London-based maritime consultancy, waiting times for berth space in Bremerhaven surged by 77%...
Bus services across Ayrshire and the west of Scotland have been severely disrupted as Stagecoach drivers commenced the first of a series of planned strikes over a pay dispute. More than 40 services were cancelled on Monday, with the operator apologizing for the inconvenience caused to...
The UK's coastal property market presents a landscape of stark contrasts, with Sandbanks in Dorset standing out as the most exclusive seaside town, where the average house price hovers around £965,708. Despite a slight decrease from the previous year, the allure of Sandbanks, often referred...
In a recent unsettling event, an easyJet flight from Dalaman to Manchester was forced to make an emergency landing in Frankfurt after a passenger caused chaos onboard by shouting about a bomb and attempting to open the emergency exit. This incident marks the latest in a series of mid-air...
The Scottish National Party (SNP) has escalated its criticism of Reform UK, accusing the right-wing party of engaging in 'race-baiting' through a controversial advertisement targeting Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar. The ad, which has sparked widespread condemnation, features edited clips...
Amanda Owen, the renowned Yorkshire Shepherdess and star of 'Our Yorkshire Farm', has recently found herself at the center of a social media storm. The controversy arose after a video featuring her son, Reuben Owen, assisting a ewe during the lambing season was met with backlash. Critics...
In a recent survey that polled 2,000 adults, classic car games like I-Spy, 'First one to see', and Yellow Car have been named among the nation's favorites to pass the time during road trips. A staggering 88% of respondents admitted to engaging in these playful challenges, with spotting...
Greencoat Renewables, an Irish-incorporated renewable energy infrastructure company, is set to make its mark on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) next month. This move signifies the company's strategic expansion beyond its primary listings in London and Dublin, aiming to tap into the...
The automotive world is buzzing with the latest announcement from Nissan, as the company reveals the fully electric version of its iconic Micra hatchback. Designed at Nissan's Design Europe in London, the Micra EV is set to make its debut in Europe by the end of 2025, marking a significant...
The Loch Lomond Group, a renowned name in the Scotch whisky industry, has made a strategic move into the American spirits market by acquiring the New York Distilling Company (NYDC). This acquisition marks a significant expansion for the Scottish company, known for its Loch Lomond and Glen...
In a bold move to accommodate the burgeoning renewable energy sector, the UK's National Grid is undergoing what it describes as 'the largest overhaul of the electricity grid in generations.' At the heart of this transformation are young apprentice electricians, like Becky Hodgson, who are...
The Acorn carbon capture and storage (CCS) project, a pivotal initiative aimed at reducing industrial carbon emissions in Scotland, is currently at the center of a funding debate within the UK government. Energy minister Michael Shanks has emphasized the project's critical role in the UK's...
Integral Metals Corp. has made significant strides in its exploration of the Burntwood Rare Earth Element (REE) Project in northern Manitoba, as revealed by a comprehensive rock geochemistry program. The company's efforts to refine vectoring tools for targeting REE-rich zones associated with...
East Midlands Airport (EMA) has unveiled ambitious plans to transform its surrounding land into a bustling hub for cargo operations, aiming to create over 20,000 jobs and significantly boost the UK's freight capacity. The initiative, presented at the UKREiiF real estate investment forum in...
Investor sentiment took a hit on Wednesday as the US dollar and bonds came under pressure, with Wall Street extending losses from the previous day. The focus of the unease centered around the Republican push to pass President Donald Trump's tax-cut bill, which analysts fear could exacerbate...
In the face of fluctuating U.S.-China trade policies, American companies are increasingly turning to bonded warehouses as a strategic financial tool. These facilities allow importers to defer tariff payments on Chinese goods until the products are ready for sale, providing a much-needed...
The Central Bank of Ireland has concluded its extensive inquiry into the Irish Nationwide Building Society (INBS) with a €130,000 fine and a four-year disqualification for John Stanley Purcell, the former financial director. This marks the end of a 15-year investigation into the lending...