BP profits fall after oil prices drop

BP has announced a significant drop in its annual profits, a direct consequence of the substantial fall in global oil prices throughout the past year. The energy behemoth reported an…

Barry M bought by make-up for men brand Warpaint.

Barry M, the iconic British affordable make-up brand renowned for its vibrant colours and cult status, has been acquired by Warpaint London PLC, a prominent beauty group that includes the…

Japan election: Stocks surge as Takaichi secures historic election victory

Japanese stocks surged to a record high on Monday, propelled by the Liberal Democratic Party’s (LDP) historic and decisive victory in Sunday’s snap election, which saw Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi…

How US fried chicken craze is transforming British takeaways

The irresistible allure of US-style fried chicken is igniting a culinary revolution across Britain, fundamentally reshaping its takeaway landscape. Sumayyah Zara Sillah, a 19-year-old nursing student, exemplifies this burgeoning passion.…

Wolverhampton voluntary group seeks drivers for meal deliveries

Founded in 2020 by Jan Kellond, a retired teacher, FODK emerged from a deeply personal mission: to honour the memory of her "wonderful" and caring friend, Dianne Henry. Dianne had…

YouTube’s $60bn revenue revealed amid paid subscriber push.

Google has announced that its ubiquitous video platform, YouTube, generated an impressive $60 billion (£44 billion) in revenue during 2025, a landmark disclosure that underscores the company’s escalating focus on…

Hundreds of Google workers demand firm cuts ties with ICE

The letter from Google employees is not an isolated incident but rather a significant development in a broader wave of tech worker activism. It follows closely on the heels of…

Head of firm founded by Mandelson to quit after Epstein release

Benjamin Wegg-Prosser, the chief executive of Global Counsel, a prominent lobbying firm co-founded with Labour grandee Lord Peter Mandelson, has announced his resignation. His departure follows the release of further…

Average house price tops £300,000 for first time, says Halifax

This latest surge represents a notable turnaround from previous months, with Halifax reporting a 0.7% increase in house prices last month. This reversed a 0.5% dip recorded in December, indicating…

Warning of long airport queues under new EU border control system

Travellers planning trips to Europe, particularly those from non-EU countries, face escalating warnings of potentially extensive delays at passport control during upcoming holiday seasons. The gradual implementation of the European…