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Warm Weather Boosts UK Retail Sales by 1.2% in September

Great Britain's retail sector enjoyed a significant boost in September as unseasonably warm weather drove consumers to purchase summer clothing, with sales volumes rising 1.2% according to the Office for National Statistics.

Duplantis breaks pole vault world record with 6.25m leap

Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis continues to redefine pole vaulting excellence, breaking his own world record with a monumental 6.25m clearance in Budapest. The Swedish phenomenon's latest feat marks his 14th world record, cementing his status as the greatest va

Torrie Lewis smashes Australian 100m record

Australian teenage sprinting prodigy Torrie Lewis has obliterated the women's 100m national record, clocking a phenomenal 11.10 seconds. The 19-year-old's historic run at the ACT Championships signals her arrival as a major force in global athletics.

Croatia bakes 3km strudel for world record

A Croatian town has smashed the world record by creating a colossal 3km-long apple strudel, a sweet triumph that brought the community together in a spectacular baking feat.

Thor Smashes Eddie Hall's Deadlift World Record

Hafþór 'The Mountain' Björnsson has shattered Eddie Hall's deadlift world record, marking a historic moment in strongman rivalry and setting a new benchmark in strength sports.

UK Retail Sales Crash to Post-Pandemic Low

New data reveals a sharp decline in UK retail sales, with supermarkets hit hardest as consumers grapple with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and cut back on essential spending.

90-Year-Old Becomes Oldest Person to Summit Mount Fuji

Kokichi Akuzawa, a 90-year-old Japanese mountaineer, has shattered records by becoming the oldest person to summit Mount Fuji, Japan's highest peak. His awe-inspiring feat is a powerful testament to resilience and the enduring human spirit.

Super Bowl Ads Hit Record £8M per 30-Second Slot

Advertising space for Super Bowl LIX has sold out in record time, with brands paying a staggering £8 million per 30-second slot. Discover the unprecedented demand and what it reveals about the commercial power of the NFL's flagship event.

Youngest Solo Traveller To 100 Countries Detained By Security

Lexie Alford, a 21-year-old American travel influencer, achieved a record-breaking feat by visiting 100 countries solo but faced a terrifying ordeal with airport security who doubted her story. Discover her incredible journey and the shocking interrogatio

Car salesman: Never bring family to dealerships

A seasoned car salesperson reveals the tactics dealerships use against families and shares expert advice on how to secure the best deal. Discover why emotional attachments cost buyers thousands.

Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Smash Podcast World Record

Pop icon Taylor Swift's appearance on the New Heights podcast with Travis Kelce has shattered the global record for the most-watched podcast episode in 24 hours, marking a seismic crossover of music and sports fandoms.

UK Retail Sales Crash Amid Soaring Inflation

New data reveals a sharp decline in UK retail sales, with like-for-like growth turning negative. Soaring food inflation and the cost-of-living crisis are forcing consumers to cut back severely on non-essential spending.

JLR Profits Hit by Tariffs and Falling Sales

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) reports a sharp decline in profits due to rising tariffs and sluggish sales. The iconic British brand faces challenges in key markets, including China and Europe. Can it recover?

High Street Footfall Declines Again

UK high streets see another drop in shopper numbers as anticipated summer boost fails to materialise, raising concerns for retailers.

Why Muscle Cars Are Beating EVs in US Sales

Despite the push for electric vehicles, American drivers are clinging to their petrol-powered muscle cars, with sales soaring as EVs struggle to win over consumers.

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