River Island Closing 32 UK Stores in Major Restructuring
High Street fashion chain River Island will shut 32 UK stores in January 2026 as part of a rescue plan. See the full list of locations and confirmed closure dates.
High Street fashion chain River Island will shut 32 UK stores in January 2026 as part of a rescue plan. See the full list of locations and confirmed closure dates.
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Lloyds Banking Group confirms 16 branch closures next month, with 55 more to follow. Discover the full list and the reasons behind the move as digital banking soars.
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New interpretations of Nostradamus' prophecies for 2026 suggest a year of major global conflict and the rise of a new leader. Discover the details and what it could mean for the UK.
Reform UK leader targets economic woes and 'fanatical' net zero in Greenwich speech, pledging to make Britain a crypto hub and restore national pride ahead of crucial 2026 elections.
Cardzone launches a huge 50% off closing down sale at its Didcot store, set to shut on 10 January 2026. Plus, River Island and Poundland announce further UK store closures.
Finance expert Claire Milne reveals a clever plan to turn 27 days of annual leave into 59 days off in 2026 using bank holidays. Learn the key dates to book for extended breaks.
Finance expert Claire Milne reveals a clever booking strategy for 2026's bank holidays. Learn how to turn 27 days of leave into 59 days off work for extended breaks. Plan your year now!
Plan your year ahead with the official 2026 bank holiday calendar for England and Wales. Discover which dates are moving, including Boxing Day, and mark your diary.
Your complete guide to the 2026 bank holidays for England and Wales. Discover the eight dates, including a moved Boxing Day and early Easter. Plan your year now.
Award-winning psychic Jill M. Jackson shares three unsettling predictions for 2026, warning of economic instability, natural disasters, and global conflict. Read her full forecast and advice.
Aldi confirms its opening times for the New Year period, with stores closing on January 1. Find out the key hours and get the latest on Specialbuys releases.
Old Moore's Almanac forecasts a surprise royal pregnancy, a major financial crash, and AI mishaps for 2026. Explore the full list of startling predictions for the year ahead.
The UKHSA warns of a dangerous cold snap starting New Year's Day 2026, with amber alerts for northern England. Temperatures could drop to -7°C, posing severe health risks. Check on vulnerable neighbours.
A wave of closures hit UK high streets in 2025 as major retail and hospitality brands shuttered shops. Discover which household names disappeared and why.
The UK faces a freezing start to 2026 with an amber cold health alert. Temperatures could plunge to -7°C, posing severe risks to vulnerable people. Check on neighbours and prepare for wintry hazards.
Discover the 2026 cosmic calendar: a total solar eclipse over the Arctic, robotic moon landings, supermoons, and the fading interstellar comet 3I/Atlas. Your guide to next year's celestial wonders.
The UK faces a freezing start to 2026 with temperatures dropping below zero. Met Office warns of wintry hazards as cold air arrives. Get the full forecast.
The UK faces a sharp temperature drop next week, with wintry hazards forecast for early 2026. Get the latest weather updates and travel advice here.
A staggering 8,234 US stores shut permanently in 2025, a 12% rise on 2024. Discover which major chains collapsed and why experts say the 'retail apocalypse' is a myth.
Discover the Good Hotel Guide's top 5 UK seaside stays for 2026, from a spot Queen Victoria sketched to remote island escapes. Plan your coastal getaway now.
Skyrocketing food, labour, and rent costs are forcing historic American restaurants to shut down permanently. Discover the human stories behind the closures and the industry's fragile future.
The UK government has confirmed changes to bank holidays for 2026 and 2027, with Boxing Day moving and an extra festive day off in 2027. Plan your annual leave now.
What does 2026 hold for your finances? We analyse expert predictions on interest rates, mortgages, household bills and the UK economy. Plan ahead for the year.
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
The TGI Fridays restaurant chain in the UK is on the brink of administration, putting 49 high street branches at risk. Get the latest updates on this breaking business story.