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Matt Damon & Ben Affleck Sign Major Disney Production Deal

Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's production company, Artists Equity, has secured a significant first-look deal with Disney, marking a major power move in Hollywood. The deal comes as their latest project, a Beatles documentary directed by Peter Jackson, gains

Anglo American Rejects £34bn BHP Takeover Bid

London-listed mining titan Anglo American has emphatically rejected a colossal £34 billion takeover proposal from Australian rival BHP, branding the bid 'highly unattractive' and opportunistic. The deal would have created a global mining behemoth.

BlackRock's £2.1bn Aletto Power Acquisition Finalised

Investment titan BlackRock secures a landmark $2.6 billion deal to acquire Minnesota Power's parent company, Aletto. This strategic move signals a major shift in energy sector ownership and raises pivotal questions about renewable investment and market co

UK Firms Halt Hiring After 'Anti-Business' Budget

Business leaders sound the alarm as companies across Britain freeze recruitment following Labour's first Budget. Discover the sectors hit hardest and why bosses fear a return to '1970s-style' economic policies.

Teen coder sells AI app for millions in landmark deal

Exclusive: 18-year-old Zach Yadegari becomes an overnight tech millionaire after his revolutionary AI-powered keyboard app, 'TypeAI', is acquired by a major New York firm in a landmark seven-figure deal.

Scotland's £500m Green Energy Investment in Highlands

The Scottish Government is spearheading a massive £500 million investment in the Highlands and Islands' green energy sector, partnering with a US private equity firm to create sustainable jobs and boost the local economy.

John Lewis Resurrects Topshop in Surprise ASOS Deal

The John Lewis Partnership has acquired the Topshop, Topman, and Miss Selfridge brands from ASOS in a surprise move, planning to reintroduce the iconic labels to the British high street through its department stores and potentially Waitrose supermarkets.

Market Basket Mediation: Arthur T Demoulas Fights for Control

Exclusive: Arthur T. Demoulas, the ousted CEO beloved by workers, enters mediation in a dramatic final attempt to buy back the 50.5% stake of the Market Basket grocery chain and end the family feud that has paralysed the business.

Kraft Heinz Merger Faces Potential Split by Investors

Exclusive: The multi-billion pound Kraft Heinz merger is under intense scrutiny as major investors push for a potential breakup of the food and condiment titan. Analysts suggest a split could unlock significant value.

Build Your Own Home For A £30,000 Discount

The UK government launches a groundbreaking scheme allowing families to secure massive discounts on new homes by contributing 'sweat equity' through construction work. Discover how this initiative tackles the housing crisis and empowers aspiring homeowner

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.

Dwayne Johnson Plans UFC Purchase For Oscar Role

Hollywood megastar Dwayne Johnson discloses his ambitious plan to acquire the UFC as a strategic move to bolster his credibility for an Oscar-winning role, in a candid conversation with filmmaker Benny Safdie.

Trump could deploy private army in US cities

Exclusive: Donald Trump is reportedly exploring using private security contractors for domestic operations, including immigration enforcement and policing, raising alarming legal and constitutional questions.

Anti-DEI Campaigner Appointed to Top Think Tank Role

Exclusive: The activist who successfully pressured over 100 major US firms to abandon their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion pledges has been appointed a Senior Fellow at a prestigious Westminster think tank. Discover the details of his new swanky gig and

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'.

Petition to Scrap Australia's 'Castle Law' Gains Momentum

A groundswell of public outrage in Australia is fuelling a petition to abolish the contentious 'Castle Law', which critics argue has left homeowners powerless against aggressive property developers and failing local councils.

Cracker Barrel Removes Pride Support After Backlash

US restaurant chain Cracker Barrel sparks controversy and accusations of 'caving' after quietly deleting its Pride Month support and DEI initiatives from its website, following conservative criticism.

Trump Vows to Ban 'Woke' Military Books

Ex-President Donald Trump pledges to ban books promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from US military libraries if re-elected, calling it a 'critical fight' for the nation's armed forces.

West Ham Women in US private equity investment talks

West Ham United's women's team is in exclusive negotiations with a US private equity firm for a significant strategic investment, signalling a major shift in the landscape of women's football ownership and finance.

Claire's UK rescued from bankruptcy by new buyer

The iconic accessories chain Claire's has been saved from bankruptcy after a new buyer stepped in to acquire its UK and European operations, securing the future of its British high street stores.

University of Michigan severs Florida ties over DEI policies

The University of Michigan has terminated multiple partnerships with Florida state institutions, citing 'deep concerns' over restrictive DEI legislation. This major academic boycott signals growing institutional resistance to policies limiting diversity i

NHS Crisis Forces Record Numbers to Go Private

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in Britons turning to private medical care, driven by unprecedented NHS waiting times and a perceived 'postcode lottery' for treatment. This investigation uncovers the human cost of the healthcare crisis.

Netflix Wins Bidding War for Knives Out 3

Netflix triumphs over Paramount and Universal to secure the next Benoit Blanc mystery, 'Wake Up Dead Man', in a major streaming coup. Daniel Craig and director Rian Johnson return.

Daniel Dae Kim slams Hollywood's casting 'overcorrection'

Hollywood star Daniel Dae Kim critiques the industry's flawed approach to Asian representation, arguing that focusing on an actor's specific nationality over talent is a misguided 'overcorrection' that misses the point of true diversity.

Coca-Cola in Talks to Sell Costa Coffee Chain

The Coca-Cola Company is reportedly in advanced discussions to divest its Costa Coffee chain, just six years after its landmark £3.9bn acquisition. The potential sale signals a significant strategic shift for the beverage giant.

Soho House Goes Private in Major $1.1bn Deal

Exclusive members' club Soho House has de-listed from the stock market in a major shift. Discover the implications for its global membership and the future of private hospitality.

Royal Mail Misses Targets as Kretinsky Takeover Nears

Royal Mail faces a delivery crisis, missing crucial performance targets for the second year. As Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky's EP Group finalises its acquisition, concerns mount over the future of the UK's postal service and potential regulatory act

NY Firm Buys 28 Wyoming Newspapers, Sparks News Desert Fears

A New York-based media conglomerate, NMC, has acquired nearly all of Wyoming's local newspapers, raising profound concerns about the future of independent journalism, community voice, and the potential rise of 'news deserts' in the American West.

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