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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.

Exploring Hashima: Japan's Haunting Abandoned Island

Explore the haunting ruins of Hashima Island, a desolate ghost town off the coast of Japan. Once a thriving coal mining community, now a decaying time capsule and UNESCO site shrouded in mystery and dark history.

Family Feud Forces Eviction of VW Garage After 60 Years

The Freccia brothers' Volkswagen garage in Connecticut faces a shocking eviction after six decades. A bitter family trust battle forces the closure, leaving the community and 15 employees devastated. Read the full story of this local institution's downfal

UK Sends HMS Prince of Wales Aircraft Carrier to Japan

Defence Secretary John Healey announces the deployment of the Royal Navy's flagship aircraft carrier, HMS Prince of Wales, to Japan for a major strategic partnership, enhancing security in the Indo-Pacific region.

Royal Mail's Parent Firm Secures Major US Postal Contract

Exclusive: Royal Mail's parent company, IDS, secures a pivotal 7-year contract with the US Postal Service to handle stateside parcel deliveries, aiming to reverse fortunes after a bruising year of losses and industrial disputes.

Japan City Bans Smartphone Use While Walking

The Japanese city of Toyoake enacts a groundbreaking ordinance, banning smartphone use while walking in public. Learn about the new safety measures, penalties, and the global problem of 'smombies' this law aims to address.

Time Out Magazine Exits London for Manhattan HQ

In a seismic shift for media, Time Out Magazine abandons its London birthplace after 55 years, relocating its global headquarters to Manhattan. Discover the reasons behind this historic move.

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.

Huge Fireball Illuminates Night Sky Over Western Japan

A spectacular fireball, believed to be a meteoroid fragment, blazed across western Japan in a stunning celestial display. The event, captured on countless dashcams and security cameras, has ignited scientific excitement and public awe.

UK's 5-Point Economic Reform Plan Unveiled by Chancellor

Exclusive insights from Day Two of the UK's Economic Reform Roundtable reveal a landmark consensus on deregulation, skills investment, and a new 'Brexit Dividend' for British industry. Discover the five key takeaways shaping Britain's economic future.

UK Shop Closures Soar: Budget Blamed for Retail Crisis

The UK's retail sector is facing an existential crisis, with new data revealing a record number of shop closures. Industry experts are pointing the finger at the Chancellor's recent budget, citing a perfect storm of rising business rates and a lack of sup

Japan accuses China of political espionage

Japan's public broadcaster NHK alleges Chinese spies infiltrated Tokyo's political circles, escalating tensions between the two Asian powers. Beijing dismisses the report as 'baseless fabrication'.

Japan Tsunami Alert After 7.6 Quake

A powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake has triggered tsunami warnings in Japan, with waves already hitting coastal areas. Here's the latest on evacuations, damage, and emergency response.

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