Scrap proposals for England holiday tax, hospitality bosses urge

The controversy stems from the government’s ongoing consultation regarding empowering mayors and other local leaders across England to implement a "modest" tourist tax. The primary aim, from the government’s perspective,…

UK economy grew by 0.1% in final quarter of 2025

A notable concern highlighted by the ONS was the services sector, which constitutes approximately 80% of the UK economy. It recorded zero growth over the quarter, marking the first time…

Petrol price: What’s driving Northern Ireland’s falling fuel costs?

In a challenging economic climate where many household bills continue their upward trajectory, one significant cost for Northern Ireland residents has offered a welcome reprieve: the price of fuel. Far…

‘Menacing’ Disney advert featuring severed body banned

The digital poster, prominently displayed on a roadside in Giffnock, Glasgow, drew immediate complaints from two concerned parents who argued its content was "inappropriate and disturbing for young children." The…

Wegovy maker Novo Nordisk sues rival over ‘knock-off’ weight-loss drugs.

Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk, the pioneering force behind the highly sought-after weight-loss medications Ozempic and Wegovy, has initiated legal proceedings against US-based telehealth company Hims & Hers. The lawsuit,…

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…