Armed Raid on Woolworths Sparks UK Retail Crime Alert
Shocking armed robbery at Woolworths store highlights escalating retail crime wave sweeping Britain, with police hunting multiple suspects after dramatic staff confrontation.
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Walmart expands in New York as Macy's closes stores
Retail giant Walmart announces ambitious expansion into New York City, opening new stores and creating hundreds of jobs while challenging established competitors.
Petco announces US store closures in major retail shakeup
Pet retail giant Petco announces significant store closures across the United States, joining growing list of retailers facing challenging market conditions and shifting consumer habits.
44% of UK Jobs at Risk from AI Takeover
Groundbreaking research from the Department for Education exposes how artificial intelligence threatens nearly half of British jobs, with white-collar professions at particular risk.
OpenAI reveals jobs most threatened by AI
Groundbreaking analysis from OpenAI identifies the jobs most vulnerable to AI disruption, with surprising findings about which roles could be transformed forever.
AI and the Luddites: History's Lessons for Technology
As artificial intelligence transforms creative industries, historical parallels with the 19th-century Luddite movement reveal surprising insights about technology, resistance, and human adaptation.
23 High Street Stores Face Closure in Latest Retail Blow
Another major blow hits the UK High Street as popular retailer confirms 23 store closures across England and Wales, leaving staff and communities reeling from the latest retail casualties.
Greggs, Co-op and JD Sports close multiple UK stores
Dozens of high street locations face closure as leading retailers including Greggs, Co-op and JD Sports announce restructuring plans affecting communities across Britain.
Build-A-Bear's stunning profit surge defies retail odds
Discover how Build-A-Bear Workshop defied the retail downturn with a savvy digital pivot and experiential offerings, leading to a stunning profit surge and ambitious expansion plans across the UK.
Brits View AI as Economic Threat, Not Opportunity
A major study from the Tony Blair Institute warns UK public sentiment is shifting, with a majority now viewing artificial intelligence as a risk to jobs and the economy rather than a benefit.
UK's Best & Worst High Streets Revealed
Exclusive research by the Mirror names Westminster as Britain's top shopping destination, while Blackburn faces a stark struggle. Discover the full ranking and what it means for your local high street.
Kmart's Global Takeover: The Aussie Retail Giant's Next Move
The humble Australian discount retailer Kmart is taking the world by storm. Discover how its unique 'hustle' strategy and new Asian mega-store are setting the stage for global retail supremacy, challenging giants like Target and Big W.
AI Fuels Unprecedented Wealth Divide and Cultural Splintering in UK
Exclusive analysis reveals how the AI revolution is concentrating vast wealth in the hands of a tiny elite while leaving communities behind, creating dangerous social fractures that threaten Britain's future.
Major UK Bank: AI Could Replace Thousands of Jobs
Exclusive: A leading British bank has warned that artificial intelligence could replace thousands of jobs, signalling a major shift in the UK's financial employment landscape. Discover which roles are most vulnerable.
UK Workers Defy Starmer's AI Push Amid Widespread Fear
Despite the Prime Minister's drive for an AI revolution, a major new survey uncovers widespread anxiety and scepticism among British employees about artificial intelligence in the workplace.
M&S Profits Surge 58% in Spectacular Turnaround
Marks & Spencer stages a remarkable financial comeback, with profits surging 58% as its bold 'Never the Same Again' transformation strategy delivers results. Discover how food and clothing sales are driving growth.
CBA AI Chatbot Launch Coincides with Employee Redundancy
Commonwealth Bank's new AI customer service tool launched on the same day an employee was made redundant, sparking fears of widespread automation-driven job cuts across Australia's banking sector.
Amazon sacks UK drivers, replaces them with AI
Amazon has terminated hundreds of its UK delivery drivers, citing the success of its new AI-powered 'Project Cornucopia' logistics system. The move has sparked outrage from unions and raised serious questions about the future of employment in the age of a
AI Axes 800 Jobs at Mirror & Express Publisher Reach
Britain's largest newspaper publisher, Reach PLC, announces a drastic cost-cutting plan to replace hundreds of editorial roles with artificial intelligence, sparking fears for the future of local and national journalism.
John Lewis & Primark Defy Gloomy Retail Forecast
In a surprising turn, John Lewis and Primark report strong sales growth, challenging the broader retail downturn and offering a glimmer of hope for the UK high street.
AI Threatens Graduate Jobs: ChatGPT Impact Revealed
New research reveals AI like ChatGPT is set to disrupt graduate jobs first, with entry-level white-collar roles at highest risk. Experts warn of a fundamental shift in the UK job market.
Hinton: AI Profits Will Cause Mass Unemployment
Exclusive: Turing Award winner and 'Godfather of AI' Geoffrey Hinton predicts a dystopian future where corporate AI profits lead to widespread joblessness and soaring inequality, urging for a radical rethinking of society.
John Lewis and Primark sales surge defies retail gloom
In a surprising turn, John Lewis and Primark report strong sales growth, challenging the broader retail downturn and offering a glimmer of hope for the UK high street.
Home Bargains Closes All UK Stores for 3 Days in September
Discount retail giant Home Bargains is set to close all its UK stores for three days in September for an extensive staff training programme, promising a revamped customer experience upon reopening.
Claire's to close UK stores in restructuring move
Iconic accessories retailer Claire's is set to close several of its UK stores as part of a major Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) restructuring plan, impacting the British high street.
John Lewis to create 10,000 new jobs in major expansion
John Lewis Partnership announces major expansion plan to create 10,000 new roles in rental services, financial products, and refurbished furniture, marking significant shift in retail strategy.
CEX staff slammed for 'offensive' retail worker display
Electronics retailer CEX has sparked fury after employees created a controversial window display featuring a mannequin slumped over a till, labelled 'Average Retail Worker'. The stunt has been branded 'disgusting' and 'tone-deaf' by furious customers.
Woman arrested for stealing Slushi Ninja machines from Target
Christine Woodson faces multiple felony charges after police allege she orchestrated a brazen scheme to steal high-value Slushi Ninja machines from Target stores across Virginia in a sophisticated retail crime operation.
Oxford Study Names 36 Jobs Most Likely Replaced by AI
Groundbreaking research from the University of Oxford exposes the 36 professions at highest risk from the AI revolution, from telephone sales to bookkeeping. Is your job on the list?
Security guard exposes UK's organised shoplifting gang tactics
A veteran supermarket security guard reveals the sophisticated and brazen methods used by organised criminal gangs to plague UK retailers, costing millions and creating a climate of fear for staff and shoppers.
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