Inditex Sales and Profits Surge Despite Economic Pressures
Fashion giant Inditex, the parent company of Zara, posts a 7% surge in sales and a 13% jump in profits, defying inflation and demonstrating the resilience of its business model.
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Primark Profits Soar as Shoppers Return to High Streets
Primark's parent company, ABF, reports a significant surge in sales and profits, driven by post-pandemic demand and new store openings across Europe.
Gambling Tax Hike to Fund NHS Addiction Services
Ministers are considering a major levy increase on betting firms to help tackle the UK's gambling epidemic and fund NHS treatment programmes, the Mirror can reveal.
Scottish punter wins £584,000 from 50p William Hill bet
A lucky horse racing fan from Scotland has won a staggering £584,000 from a tiny 50p accumulator bet with William Hill, defying odds of over 1.1 million to one.
Workhouses Funded By Slavery Compensation, Research Reveals
Groundbreaking research from UCL exposes how Britain's notorious Victorian workhouses were directly financed by the brutal transatlantic slave trade, forcing a national reckoning with our colonial past.
London's Food Inflation Soars to 9.6%, Outpacing UK Average
Exclusive data reveals London's food inflation is significantly higher than the UK average, with major supermarkets facing accusations of profiteering. Discover which boroughs are hardest hit and why.
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.
Ørsted Crisis: Wind Giant Sees £2.2bn Profits Plunge
Danish energy giant Ørsted faces catastrophic financial losses, cancelled projects, and massive job cuts as rising costs and supply chain issues cripple offshore wind ambitions.
Australia's £15bn Gambling Addiction Crisis Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's severe gambling crisis, with adults losing a staggering £15 billion annually. Discover the human stories behind the statistics and the urgent calls for reform.
Celebrity Betting Ads Target Children as Young as 11
Shocking research exposes how children are being bombarded with celebrity-endorsed betting ads, with 1 in 10 youngsters tempted to gamble. Experts demand immediate government action.
Royal Mail Profits Double Under Kretinsky's Takeover
Under Daniel Kretinsky's ownership, Royal Mail reports a dramatic profit surge to £348m, marking a stunning turnaround for the former state monopoly and silencing critics of the controversial acquisition.
Gambling addict's £70k loss left family on £40 a week
A UK father's life spiralled into chaos as a secret gambling addiction consumed £70,000, forcing his family to survive on just £40 a week. His powerful story is a stark warning about the hidden dangers of online betting.
OnlyFans parent company posts £299m profit in record year
Fenix International, the British firm behind OnlyFans, reports record profits as the platform's creator economy continues to thrive, with over 3 million content creators and 250 million users worldwide.
Asda's Zero UK Tax Payment on £1bn Profit Sparks Fury
Supermarket giant Asda faces backlash after paying zero UK corporation tax despite £1 billion profits, while its private equity owners extract massive dividends. Labour's Rachel Reeves condemns the 'unfair system'.
UK Bank Shares Plunge on Budget Windfall Tax Reports
UK banking stocks suffered a dramatic sell-off following reports that Rachel Reeves is considering a new windfall tax on lenders in the upcoming autumn budget. The proposal, aimed at funding national priorities, sent shockwaves through the financial secto
FTSE 100 Plunges: Rolls-Royce and Burberry Lead Market Sell-Off
London's FTSE 100 index suffers significant losses as Rolls-Royce shares plummet 9% and Burberry issues profit warning, triggering widespread market anxiety.
Labour aide quits in election betting scandal
Labour Party campaign aide Nick 'Pandit' Mason steps down amid investigation into betting on the timing of the General Election, as the gambling scandal rocks Westminster.
Khawaja: Labor Too Slow Banning Gambling Ads to Protect Children
Australian cricket star Usman Khawaja launches a scathing attack on the Albanese government for its delayed implementation of a promised gambling advertising ban, warning that children are being exposed to harmful content while politicians drag their feet
Woolworths & Coles Lose Billions in Market Value Crash
A dramatic profit warning from Australian retail titans Woolworths and Coles triggers a historic stock market crash, wiping billions from their value and signalling a major shift in consumer spending.
Nine's Profits Dip Amid Major AI and Digital Investment Push
Nine Entertainment reports a 4.4% profit dip to A$258.3m but signals a bold digital future with major AI investment and the strategic sale of its Domain stake, reshaping Australia's media landscape.
NHL Faces Backlash Over Surge in Gambling Advertisements
The National Hockey League is under fire for a surge in sports betting advertisements during games, sparking a fierce debate about the risks to the sport's integrity and the impact on vulnerable viewers.
Krispy Kreme's UK Sales Dip Amid Inflation Pressures
Iconic doughnut chain Krispy Kreme faces a sticky situation as rising costs and shifting consumer habits lead to a surprise sales slump, forcing franchise owners to adapt their strategy.
UK's Best Poker Sites 2024: Top Platforms Reviewed
Discover the ultimate guide to the UK's safest and most rewarding online poker platforms. We review welcome bonuses, game variety, and mobile compatibility for 2024.
UK Poker Sites Face Major Regulatory Crackdown
Exclusive: The UK gambling landscape is set for its biggest shake-up in years. Discover how new government regulations will impact online poker sites, enforce stricter affordability checks, and what it means for players across the nation.
IWG Boss Dismisses Share Price Fall as 'Machine Selling'
IWG CEO Mark Dixon remains defiant as the flexible office giant's shares hit a five-year low, dismissing the plunge as automated trading and reaffirming confidence in the company's long-term strategy and booming profits.
High Street gambling crisis fuels poverty and addiction
The rise of high street betting shops is exacerbating poverty and addiction in vulnerable communities. Experts warn of a growing crisis as gambling firms target low-income areas.
Ladbrokes profits soar on Euros and Lionesses bets
Bookmaker Ladbrokes reports a surge in profits driven by high-stakes betting on the Euros and England's Lionesses. Discover how major sporting events are boosting the gambling industry.
Telstra's AI and remote work boost profits
Telstra leverages AI and remote work to cut costs and increase profits, reshaping the future of corporate efficiency.
UK energy firms profit from Europe's gas crisis
British energy firms Centrica and National Grid are poised to benefit from soaring gas prices in Europe, with analysts predicting significant profits amid the ongoing energy crisis.
Gala Bingo glitch reverses player winnings
A major technical failure at Gala Bingo caused winnings to vanish, leaving players furious as payouts were reversed without warning.
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