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Café owner faces ruin after 50 burglaries

A small business owner in one of London's wealthiest areas battles financial ruin as relentless criminals target his café in a shocking crime spree that's left him devastated.

Queensland Coal Plant Could Close Six Years Early

Australia's energy landscape faces dramatic transformation as Queensland's largest coal-fired power station could shut down six years ahead of schedule, accelerating the nation's transition to renewables.

Big Sur Cut Off as Landslide Closes Highway 1

A massive landslide has severed Highway 1 at San Simeon, isolating Big Sur and triggering indefinite road closures. Emergency repairs are underway amid ongoing storm threats.

Texas BBQ Restaurant in London Closes After 18 Months

Authentic Texas BBQ restaurant in London's Fitzrovia closes permanently after struggling with post-pandemic challenges, rising costs, and changing consumer habits. The closure highlights the ongoing crisis in the UK hospitality sector.

Anonymous hero saves Derbyshire village shop from closure

In a heartwarming display of community spirit, an anonymous benefactor in a Derbyshire village has single-handedly rescued a cherished local business from financial ruin, preventing its closure and safeguarding local jobs.

Rachel Reeves pledges business rates freeze and overhaul

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Labour's plan to overhaul business rates, freeze the multiplier, and increase the threshold for small business relief, aiming to revitalise Britain's struggling high streets.

M6 Closed Both Ways After Lorry Fire Causes 10-Mile Queues

A major lorry fire has caused catastrophic disruption on the M6 in Cheshire, leading to a full closure between junctions 16 and 17. Motorists face severe delays as emergency services and National Highways work to clear the wreckage. Live updates on divers

Beloved Piggly's Restaurant Closes After 76 Years

The iconic Piggly's Restaurant in Wautoma, Wisconsin, a cherished local institution for 76 years, has served its final meal. Rising costs and staffing shortages have forced its permanent closure, leaving a community in mourning.

John Lewis blames government for Brighton store closure

John Lewis's flagship Brighton store is set to close, with management citing crippling government business rates as a key factor. The decision puts 300 jobs at risk and deals a major blow to the city's retail heart.

Connecticut Dining Institution Closes After 80 Years

A cherished Connecticut dining institution has served its final meal, closing its doors permanently after eight decades as a community cornerstone, marking a significant loss for the local area.

Mum turns crochet hobby into £80k-a-year business

A UK mum transformed her crochet hobby into a thriving £80k business after quitting her job, proving passion projects can be profitable. Discover her inspiring journey from side hustle to success.

Plane Crash into Colorado Business Park

A small plane has crashed into a business park in Westminster, Colorado, resulting in a fiery scene. Emergency services are on site, and the fate of those on board is unknown. Read the latest on this developing story.

Florida's Iconic Jenkins BBQ Closes After 70 Years

Jenkins Quality Barbecue, a legendary Florida institution serving its famous 'ribs & rice' for over seven decades, has suddenly closed all locations, leaving a community in mourning and a family legacy at a crossroads.

Spotted Cow Cookies Collapse: Yorkshire Bakery Folds

Yorkshire's beloved Spotted Cow Cookies has ceased trading, leaving 25 employees jobless and customers heartbroken. The family-run bakery, famed for its gourmet biscuits, succumbed to the relentless pressure of the cost-of-living crisis and soaring inflat

Nuneaton businessman's epic clapback at vile customer abuse

A Warwickshire businessman has been hailed a hero after his blistering Facebook response to a group of women who launched a vicious campaign of abuse against his young employees, calling their behaviour 'utterly disgusting'.

Shop Owner Shames Shoplifters with Viral CCTV Footage

A UK business owner fights back against shoplifters by publicly shaming them with hilarious CCTV footage of them stealing rubber ducks, bath bombs, and chocolate. His viral campaign highlights the growing crisis facing small retailers.

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