Greggs expansion questioned as sales fall in 2025
Greggs plans 800 new stores and two factories despite falling sales. Is the UK's appetite for sausage rolls waning? Analysis of the high street giant's crossroads moment.
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Sprinkles Cupcakes Shuts Down, Ending 'Cupcake ATM' Era
Fans are mourning as Sprinkles Cupcakes, the iconic US bakery famed for its 'cupcake ATM' vending machines, closes after two decades. Read more about the end of a sweet empire.
Costa Coffee losses double to £13.5m in 2024
Costa Coffee's operating losses more than doubled to £13.5m in 2024 amid fierce competition and rising costs. Read the full analysis of the UK coffee chain's challenges.
Sprinkles Cupcakes chain shuts down with one day's notice
Celebrity-favourite bakery Sprinkles Cupcakes abruptly closed all 20 locations after two decades, leaving staff furious with minimal notice. Discover the full story.
Sprinkles Cupcakes Closes All UK Stores and ATMs
Sprinkles Cupcakes has abruptly closed all its UK bakeries and iconic cupcake ATMs. Founder Candace Nelson confirmed the news, shocking loyal customers and staff. Read the full story.
Revel Collective sets January 9 deadline for bids
The Revel Collective, owner of Revolution and Revolucion de Cuba bars, has set a deadline for takeover bids next week amid falling sales and rising debt. Read the latest on this major hospitality sale.
River Island to Shut 32 UK Stores in Major Restructuring
High Street fashion chain River Island will close 32 UK stores in January 2026 as part of a rescue plan. See the full list of affected locations and confirmed closure dates.
UK Property Hotspots 2025: Plymouth, Stafford, Wigan Lead Growth
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow sizes
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow and butter sizes
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
Fast Ed's Jewish Bakery Closes After Bondi Attack & Abuse
Better Homes and Gardens star Ed Halmagyi breaks his silence on the heartbreaking closure of his Jewish bakery Avner's in Sydney, following years of antisemitic harassment and the Bondi terror attack. Read his emotional story.
Everyman boss departs weeks after profit alert
Everyman Media Group's CEO Alex Scrimgeour has left the boutique cinema chain. The exit follows a recent profit warning and a 76% share price plunge over five years. Read the full story.
Freight crime costs UK economy over £1bn since 2020
Organised criminal gangs are targeting UK lorry drivers, stealing millions in goods and pushing up prices for consumers. Discover the shocking scale of the crisis.
Gail's opens 10 London bakeries on Christmas Day
Artisanal bakery chain Gail's opened 10 London shops on Christmas Day, sparking backlash but drawing crowds seeking community and coffee. Discover the story behind the controversial decision.
Cranberry prices surge 25% as climate hits UK food supply
Extreme weather and fragile supply chains push up festive food costs. Experts warn of future shortages and civil unrest risk within 50 years. Read the full analysis.
Wetherspoon Opens 12 Pubs, More Coming Soon
Pub giant JD Wetherspoon reveals expansion with 12 new venues opened and more on the way. Sales rise 5.1% as chain vows to keep prices low. Discover the latest openings.
2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
Coles Halts Doughnut Production Before Christmas
Coles shoppers in the UK are surprised as in-store bakeries pause doughnut making to meet festive bread demand. The labour-intensive process explained. Find out when they'll return.
TGI Fridays UK files for administration again
The UK operator of TGI Fridays has filed to appoint administrators for the second time in December, seeking a rescue deal for its 49 restaurants and 2,000 staff. Read the latest on the chain's future.
Greggs Lockdown as Armed Brawl Erupts Outside Bakery
Shoppers, including mothers with babies, were locked inside a Greggs in Sheldon after an armed fight broke out. Staff acted swiftly to secure the store. Read the latest on this developing incident.
Gail's 10 London bakeries open Christmas Day, sparking debate
Gail's Bakery faces criticism for opening 10 London shops on Christmas Day, dividing opinion on staff welfare. The chain plans 40 new stores amid gentrification concerns.
CMA investigates ABF's Hovis acquisition
The Competition and Markets Authority has begun a formal investigation into Associated British Foods' purchase of Hovis. Discover the potential impact on the UK bakery sector.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
Jewish Bakery Closes After Antisemitic Abuse
Ed Halmagyi's Avner's Bakery in Surry Hills shuts after years of harassment. Locals post heartfelt notes of support in wake of the Bondi terror attack. Read the full story.
Baker's 'Ugly' Bread Comment Sparks Mexican Outrage
A British baker's critique of Mexican bread sparked social media outrage and a debate on cultural identity. Read about the controversy and the public apology.
Jewish Bakery Closes After Bondi Terror Attack
A Sydney bakery shuts its doors citing safety fears after the Bondi Beach shooting that killed 15. Australia moves to overhaul gun laws as the community reels. Read the full story.
Sydney Jewish Bakery Shuts Down After Bondi Terror Attack
A beloved Sydney Jewish bakery has closed its doors permanently following the Bondi Beach terror attack, citing a changed world and community trauma. Read the full story of loss and resilience.
Fast Ed's Sydney Jewish Bakery Closes After Bondi Attack
Australian TV chef Ed Halmagyi shuts his Surry Hills bakery following relentless antisemitic harassment and vandalism, intensified after the Bondi terror attack. Read the full story.
Bakery harassed after TikTok video goes viral
A Melbourne bakery in Montmorency was targeted by online abuse and prank calls after a TikTok criticising its sausage rolls went viral. Discover the impact of digital harassment on small businesses.
Robin 'shoplifts' pastries in Lidl bakery aisle
Shoppers at a UK Lidl were amazed to see a robin helping itself to croissant crumbs. The viral clip sparked joy and spiritual reflections. Read the full story here.
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