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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.

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.

Nestlé UK CEO sacked over undisclosed relationship

Nestlé's UK & Ireland boss, Stefano Agostini, has been abruptly dismissed after nearly four decades with the company for failing to disclose a personal relationship with a colleague, breaching strict corporate governance rules.

Vashi Dominguez's Jewellery Retailer Collapses into Administration

Exclusive: Vashi Dominguez's high-end jewellery venture, once a glittering success, collapses into administration. Discover the full story behind the downfall of the luxury brand that promised to revolutionise bespoke gems, leaving creditors owed millions

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

Bosnian refugees build £15m food empire in UK

Two brothers who fled the Bosnian War with just £300 have built a £15 million food manufacturing business in the UK, employing 150 people and supplying major supermarkets.

Adam Thomas's £100k Tax Bill After Restaurant Collapse

Emmerdale and Waterloo Road actor Adam Thomas faces a financial crisis as his Manchester restaurant, The Spinn, collapses, leaving him with a staggering £100,000 tax bill. Exclusive details on the business failure and its impact.

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.

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.

Evergrande Delisted from Hong Kong Stock Exchange

China Evergrande Group, the embattled property developer at the heart of the nation's real estate crisis, has been formally delisted from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. This marks a dramatic endpoint for a firm whose staggering $300bn debt sent shockwaves

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.

Karren Brady's Brutal Apprentice Put-Downs Exposed

An inside look at Baroness Karren Brady's most scathing boardroom critiques and how she reshaped failing businesses on The Apprentice. Discover her legendary one-liners and no-nonsense approach.

Sanjeev Gupta's GFG Steel Empire Collapses

The dramatic collapse of Sanjeev Gupta's GFG Alliance, from its Yorkshire roots to its global ambitions, is a cautionary tale of debt, hubris, and the high-stakes world of industrial finance.

Fourth Italian Restaurant Chain Collapses in 2025 Crisis

Another major Italian restaurant chain has fallen into administration, marking the fourth such collapse in 2025. The crisis threatens jobs and highlights severe pressures facing UK's hospitality sector from rising costs and changing consumer habits.

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

1West launches innovative SME loan platform

Discover how 1West is transforming the lending landscape for small businesses with its cutting-edge financial platform, offering faster approvals and competitive rates.

Bassett & Gregory Furniture Firms Collapse

Two major UK furniture firms, Bassett Furniture and Gregory Commercial Furniture, have entered voluntary administration, leaving employees and customers in limbo. Find out the reasons behind their downfall.

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