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Uber Eats Secures Exclusive Delivery Deal With Mowgli Restaurant Chain
Labour Considers North Sea Drilling Policy Shift Amid Union Pressure
Gulf Developer Arada Diversifies with Major London Market Foray Through Regal Buyout
UK Approves £2.2bn Gatwick Expansion to Handle Nearly 400,000 Flights Annually
UK Financial Watchdog Accelerates Crypto Approvals Amid Global Competition
Scenic Railway Route to Host West Coast Main Line Diversion for First Time in Decade
dCarbonX Proposes £830 Million Project to Boost UK Gas Capacity by 50%
SSEN Transmission's Renewable Energy Project Sparks Outcry Over NC500 Route Disruption
Pakistan's Prime Minister Departs for UN General Assembly Session
Pakistan's PM Touts Military Victory Over India in London Address
Direct Travel and ATPI Unite to Reshape Corporate Travel Industry
Luxury Brand Burberry Returns to London's Top Index After One-Year Absence
Tragedy Strikes Livingston County Construction Site as Worker Dies in Excavator Accident
The Oracle of Omaha's Latest Move: A $6 Billion Donation to Foundations
North East's Film Studio Dream Faces Funding Hurdle as Initial Investor Exits
Chevron Exits Aberdeen: A Strategic Retreat from the North Sea
Sovereign Grant Stability Amid Crown Estate's Profit Fluctuations
Economic Ripples Feared as Lindsey Oil Refinery Owner Collapses
Nationwide Reports 0.8% Drop in UK House Prices as Stamp Duty Impact Lingers
Major Food Industry Merger: Sofina Foods Europe Acquires Finnebrogue
AstraZeneca's Potential U.S. Move Sparks UK Market Anxiety
Tragedy Strikes as Elderly Sisters Killed During Morning Walk in Reading
FWD: London Showcases Mailchimp's New Suite of Data-Driven Marketing Tools
Beyond the Hype: The Reality of UK House Price Growth Over Two Decades
Unleashed Brands Foundation Commits $1 Million to Fight Childhood Blood Cancer
Ibstock Adjusts Earnings Forecast Amid Rising Costs and Competitive Market
Tragedy at Aberavon Beach: Coroner Questions Absence of Lifeguards in Teen's Drowning
Indian Equities Extend Gains Amid Strong Economic Fundamentals
National Grid Advances Grimsby to Walpole Overhead Line with Public Consultation
EU Sanctions Reshape Germany's Economic Ties with Russia
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Uber Eats Secures Exclusive Delivery Deal With Mowgli Restaurant Chain

Mowgli Street Food, the award-winning restaurant chain known for its vibrant Indian home cooking, has announced its first-ever venture into delivery through an exclusive national partnership with Uber Eats. The move marks a significant expansion for the brand, which until now has only served...

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Labour Considers North Sea Drilling Policy Shift Amid Union Pressure

Energy Secretary Ed Miliband is preparing to soften Labour's flagship pledge to ban new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea, according to reports. The potential policy shift comes amid mounting pressure from trade unions and industry leaders who warn the current stance is harming the...

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Gulf Developer Arada Diversifies with Major London Market Foray Through Regal Buyout

UAE-based real estate developer Arada has acquired a 75% stake in British residential developer Regal, marking its entry into the London market and its second international expansion after Australia. The deal involves an initial commitment of 2.5 billion dirhams ($680.70 million) to acquire...

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UK Approves £2.2bn Gatwick Expansion to Handle Nearly 400,000 Flights Annually

The UK government has approved a £2.2 billion expansion plan for London Gatwick Airport, including the conversion of its emergency runway into a fully operational second runway. The project, which will be privately financed, involves moving the Northern Runway 12 meters north to allow for...

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UK Financial Watchdog Accelerates Crypto Approvals Amid Global Competition

The UK Financial Conduct Authority has significantly accelerated its review process for cryptocurrency company registrations, reducing average approval times from 17 months to just over five months. This represents a two-thirds reduction in processing time following years of industry...

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Scenic Railway Route to Host West Coast Main Line Diversion for First Time in Decade

Avanti West Coast will divert its West Coast Main Line services to the historic Settle-Carlisle railway route for the first time in over a decade during the first two weeks of 2026. The diversion is necessary while Network Rail replaces Clifton Bridge, which carries the railway over the M6...

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dCarbonX Proposes £830 Million Project to Boost UK Gas Capacity by 50%

Plans are advancing for an £830 million gas storage project off the UK coast that could increase the nation's storage capacity by up to 50%, addressing what developers describe as a mounting national security risk. British-Irish energy firm dCarbonX, backed by Europe's largest gas...

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SSEN Transmission's Renewable Energy Project Sparks Outcry Over NC500 Route Disruption

Drivers in the Scottish Highlands are set to face an 80-mile diversion for work on just a three-mile stretch of road, with closures planned for the winter months. The A832, which forms part of the popular North Coast 500 tourist route, will be affected by an electricity upgrade project...

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Pakistan's Prime Minister Departs for UN General Assembly Session

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has departed for New York to participate in the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The Pakistani leader left from London's Luton Airport, where he was seen off by Pakistan's High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Dr. Muhammad Faisal, along...

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Pakistan's PM Touts Military Victory Over India in London Address

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addressed overseas Pakistanis in London, congratulating them on what he described as a "great victory" against India on May 10. The prime minister characterized the conflict as a triumph that would be remembered by what he termed the "enemy" forever, emphasizing...

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Direct Travel and ATPI Unite to Reshape Corporate Travel Industry

Direct Travel, Inc., a leading U.S.-based corporate travel management company, has announced the acquisition of its long-time strategic partner ATPI, creating one of the world's largest travel management companies. The combined entity will drive over $6 billion in annual total travel volume,...

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Luxury Brand Burberry Returns to London's Top Index After One-Year Absence

British luxury fashion label Burberry has rejoined London's FTSE 100 index, marking a significant milestone one year after its exit from the top-tier stock benchmark. The return comes as the company prepares to unveil its latest collection at London Fashion Week, highlighting a period of...

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Tragedy Strikes Livingston County Construction Site as Worker Dies in Excavator Accident

A somber incident unfolded in Livingston County, Michigan, where a 23-year-old construction worker from St. Clair Shores lost his life after being struck by an excavator bucket. The tragic event occurred on Monday afternoon at a road construction site near Grand River Avenue and I-96 in...

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The Oracle of Omaha's Latest Move: A $6 Billion Donation to Foundations

Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has once again made headlines with a monumental $6 billion donation in company stock to five foundations. This latest act of philanthropy underscores Buffett's long-standing commitment to giving away the majority of his...

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North East's Film Studio Dream Faces Funding Hurdle as Initial Investor Exits

The ambitious Crown Works Studios project in Sunderland, envisioned to transform the North East into a hub for blockbuster film and TV production, is on the hunt for new investors following the withdrawal of its initial financial backer, Cain International. The £450 million project, which...

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Chevron Exits Aberdeen: A Strategic Retreat from the North Sea

Chevron, the US oil giant, has announced its decision to close its Aberdeen office, marking the end of its more than 55-year presence in the North Sea. The move comes as part of a broader restructuring plan aimed at optimizing the company's global portfolio and achieving significant cost...

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Sovereign Grant Stability Amid Crown Estate's Profit Fluctuations

The British Royal Household is set to receive a Sovereign Grant of £86.3 million ($118.50 million) from the UK government this year, a figure that remains unchanged from the previous year. This funding, rooted in a tradition dating back to 1760, supports the maintenance of royal palaces and...

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Economic Ripples Feared as Lindsey Oil Refinery Owner Collapses

The future of the Lindsey Oil Refinery in North Lincolnshire hangs in the balance as its owner, Prax Group, enters liquidation. The High Court has appointed the UK's Official Receiver as liquidator for Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery Limited, Prax Storage Lindsey Limited, and Prax Terminals...

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Nationwide Reports 0.8% Drop in UK House Prices as Stamp Duty Impact Lingers

The UK housing market has witnessed its most significant monthly price drop in over two years, with the average house price falling by 0.8% in June, according to Nationwide Building Society. This decline, the sharpest since February 2023, brings the typical property value to £271,619, marking...

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Major Food Industry Merger: Sofina Foods Europe Acquires Finnebrogue

In a significant move within the food manufacturing sector, Sofina Foods Europe has announced the acquisition of Finnebrogue, a family-owned, award-winning food manufacturing business based in County Down, Northern Ireland. This strategic acquisition marks a pivotal step in Sofina Foods...

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AstraZeneca's Potential U.S. Move Sparks UK Market Anxiety

AstraZeneca Plc, the UK's most valuable listed company, is reportedly considering a significant shift in its stock market listing from London to the United States. According to sources cited by The Times, CEO Pascal Soriot has privately expressed a preference for such a move on multiple...

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Tragedy Strikes as Elderly Sisters Killed During Morning Walk in Reading

The quiet morning routine of two elderly sisters in Reading ended in tragedy last Friday when they were struck by a car during their usual walk. Sandra and Sylvia, aged 70 and 68 respectively, were hit by a blue Volkswagen Tiguan on Peppard Road in Caversham at approximately 7.55am. Thames...

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FWD: London Showcases Mailchimp's New Suite of Data-Driven Marketing Tools

In a significant move to address the growing concerns of small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) regarding customer acquisition, Intuit Mailchimp has unveiled a powerful new suite of tools at its flagship event, FWD: London. With research indicating that 71% of SMBs are worried about attracting...

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Beyond the Hype: The Reality of UK House Price Growth Over Two Decades

Over the past two decades, the UK housing market has witnessed significant regional disparities in price growth, with London leading the charge. According to Zoopla, the average house price in the capital has more than doubled, marking a 119% increase since 2005. This contrasts sharply with...

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Unleashed Brands Foundation Commits $1 Million to Fight Childhood Blood Cancer

The Unleashed Brands Foundation has announced a groundbreaking $1 million pledge over the next five years to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), marking a significant step forward in the fight against childhood blood cancer. This commitment underscores the foundation's dedication to...

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Ibstock Adjusts Earnings Forecast Amid Rising Costs and Competitive Market

Ibstock Plc, the UK's leading brick manufacturer, has revised its full-year earnings guidance downward, citing higher than expected costs and a competitive market environment that has made it difficult to fully pass on cost inflation to customers. The company now anticipates its adjusted...

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Tragedy at Aberavon Beach: Coroner Questions Absence of Lifeguards in Teen's Drowning

The tragic death of 15-year-old David Ejimofor at Aberavon Beach in Port Talbot has raised serious questions about the absence of lifeguards during a local 'coming of age' tradition. The teenager drowned after jumping into the sea from a breakwater, a celebratory act marking the end of his...

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Indian Equities Extend Gains Amid Strong Economic Fundamentals

Indian stock markets continued their upward momentum for the fifth consecutive day, with the Sensex and Nifty indices trading marginally higher. The benchmarks were buoyed by strong economic fundamentals, including comfortable inflation levels and robust economic growth parameters. Firm...

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National Grid Advances Grimsby to Walpole Overhead Line with Public Consultation

National Grid has initiated a new phase of public consultation for its ambitious Grimsby to Walpole overhead electricity line project, spanning 140km across Lincolnshire and Norfolk. This initiative is part of the larger Great Grid Upgrade, aimed at modernizing the UK's electricity...

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EU Sanctions Reshape Germany's Economic Ties with Russia

Germany's imports from Russia have seen a dramatic decline of approximately 95% since the onset of the Ukraine conflict, according to recent data from the Federal Statistical Office. In 2024, imports amounted to €1.8 billion, a stark drop from the €33.1 billion recorded in 2021, the year...

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