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M&S's Divisive New Umami Ketchup Sparks Debate

Marks & Spencer's new Umami Ketchup has divided shoppers, with some hailing it as a 'game-changer' while others are utterly baffled by its savoury, funky flavour. Discover why this condiment is causing such a stir.

Aldi & Lidl Item Sells Out in Minutes Across UK

Budget supermarkets Aldi and Lidl are causing a shopping frenzy as a highly sought-after household essential flies off shelves, with experts revealing the surprising reason behind the mass sell-outs.

Sainsbury's Confirms New UK Supermarket Closure

Sainsbury's has confirmed the closure of another large supermarket, impacting jobs and shoppers. Discover the full list of locations affected and the company's new strategic focus.

Aldi Australia Permanently Bans Plastic Bags

Aldi Australia has made a monumental environmental pledge, announcing the permanent removal of plastic bags from all its stores. The decision, which follows a successful trial, is set to prevent billions of bags from entering landfills and oceans, marking

Tesco's £4 Pumpkin Spice Syrup: Make PSL At Home

Tesco launches its own-brand Pumpkin Spice Latte syrup, allowing Brits to recreate the iconic autumn coffee shop drink at home for just £4. Discover the delicious and budget-friendly way to enjoy the seasonal favourite.

Woolworths & Coles in A$1bn Wage Underpayment Scandal

Australia's retail titans, Woolworths and Coles, are embroiled in a massive wage underpayment scandal, with a combined bill of nearly A$1 billion owed to hundreds of thousands of past and present employees.

American Expat's UK Supermarket Culture Shocks

An American expat reveals the seven major shopping culture shocks she experienced in UK supermarkets, from the 'magic' of meal deals to the baffling world of loyalty schemes.

Poundland's Transformation Will Leave You Gobsmacked

Discover how Poundland has radically evolved from a simple discount store into a retail powerhouse offering everything from groceries to fashion and homeware, defying inflation and changing the UK shopping landscape.

Expert Picks: Best Supermarket Whisky Bargains

Discover the best supermarket whisky bargains in the UK, as chosen by spirits experts. These affordable bottles from Aldi, Lidl, Tesco, and more offer exceptional quality without the luxury price tag.

UK Retail Sales Crash to Post-Pandemic Low

New data reveals a sharp decline in UK retail sales, with supermarkets hit hardest as consumers grapple with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and cut back on essential spending.

Aldi Scraps Self-Checkouts in UK Stores

Aldi reverses its self-checkout strategy across British stores, reintroducing staffed tills following customer feedback and operational challenges. Full details on the supermarket's surprising policy shift.

Sainsbury's Simple Strategy Slashes Shoplifting

Sainsbury's CEO Simon Roberts reveals a surprisingly straightforward and inexpensive method that is dramatically reducing theft and abuse towards staff in its supermarkets, proving effective where high-tech solutions often fail.

Waitrose Offers Free Hot Drinks Without Needing to Shop

In a major shift, Waitrose is overhauling its MyWaitrose loyalty programme, ditching the requirement to make a purchase for members to claim their free hot drink. The popular perk is now simpler to access than ever before.

Aldi Launches UK's First Gender-Neutral Baby Food

Discount supermarket giant Aldi has made a major move in the baby food aisle, launching the UK's first-ever mainstream gender-neutral baby food range, 'Mamia', challenging outdated industry norms.

Tesco trials 'Scan & Skip' tech to end checkout queues

Tesco is testing futuristic 'Scan & Skip' technology in a UK store, allowing shoppers to scan items as they go and leave without a traditional checkout. The supermarket giant's new system could revolutionise the weekly shop.

Erewhon's NYC Store Charges $10 Entry Fee

Erewhon, the luxury Los Angeles grocery chain famed for its celebrity clientele and viral $30 smoothies, is set to open its first East Coast location in New York City with a controversial twist: a $10 entry fee. The members-only model, sparking debate ove

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.

Sainsbury's axes AI-powered Nectar pricing after trial

Sainsbury's has abruptly ended its trial of personalised, AI-driven pricing for Nectar cardholders after a customer backlash over 'secret' price changes. The scheme, which offered individual discounts in London and Bath, has been scrapped.

I Tried UK's Worst Meal Deal - Shocking Results

A daring food journalist takes on the UK's most brutally reviewed supermarket meal deal from Boots. Discover the shocking truth about this £5 'culinary crime' in our jaw-dropping taste test investigation.

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