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Unilever sells Ben & Jerry's to Greenfield Partners

Consumer goods giant Unilever has offloaded the ice cream brand Ben & Jerry's to its long-time licensee, Greenfield Partners, following a protracted legal and political battle over its operations in Israel and the West Bank.

Flight Attendant's Shocking Hotel Secret Exposed

A former flight attendant reveals the shocking truth behind the airline industry's worst-kept secret: the hidden costs and grim reality of crew layover hotels. Discover why that 'free' hotel room is anything but a perk.

Best Frequent Flyer Programmes for 2025 Revealed

Discover the top frequent flyer loyalty schemes for 2025. From British Airways to Virgin Atlantic, find out which airline rewards programme offers the best value, easiest upgrades, and most luxurious perks for UK travellers.

JD.com in £1.4bn Talks to Buy Argos from Sainsbury's

Chinese retail giant JD.com is in advanced talks to acquire Argos from Sainsbury's in a potential £1.4bn deal, a move that could reshape the UK's non-food retail landscape and mark a major strategic shift for the supermarket chain.

Chinese nationals exploit loophole to buy Texas land

An exclusive Guardian investigation reveals how Chinese investors are exploiting a US legal loophole to purchase vast tracts of Texas land, raising national security concerns and prompting calls for stricter oversight.

Sainsbury's in Talks to Sell Argos to China's JD.com

Sainsbury's is in exclusive negotiations to sell its Argos general merchandise division to China's JD.com in a landmark deal that could reshape the UK's retail landscape and mark a major strategic retreat for the supermarket chain.

Sainsbury's Sells Bank to China's Ping An in Strategic Shift

Supermarket giant Sainsbury's is in exclusive negotiations to sell its lucrative banking division to Shenzhen-based Ping An Insurance Group, marking a major strategic shift and a significant Chinese investment into the UK's retail banking sector.

Major Airline Permanently Ends All Flights to Israel

A leading European carrier has announced the permanent cessation of all flights to Israel, citing prolonged security concerns and operational instability, in a significant blow to regional travel connectivity.

Next Acquires Cath Kidston in Major High Street Rescue

British retail giant Next has swooped to acquire the iconic Cath Kidston brand, saving it from administration and securing 125 jobs. The deal includes the brand, domain names, and intellectual property, but all UK stores will close permanently.

Samantha Cameron's Cefinn Label Acquired

The premium womenswear brand Cefinn, founded by former Prime Minister's wife Samantha Cameron, has been sold to private investment firm Level Five in a deal securing its future.

Anglo American Rejects £34bn BHP Takeover Bid

London-listed mining titan Anglo American has emphatically rejected a colossal £34 billion takeover proposal from Australian rival BHP, branding the bid 'highly unattractive' and opportunistic. The deal would have created a global mining behemoth.

Expert's Secret to Slashing September Flight Costs

A leading travel expert unveils the secret behind airline seat reshuffling and how savvy passengers can capitalise on last-minute changes to grab astonishingly cheap flights this September.

BlackRock's £2.1bn Aletto Power Acquisition Finalised

Investment titan BlackRock secures a landmark $2.6 billion deal to acquire Minnesota Power's parent company, Aletto. This strategic move signals a major shift in energy sector ownership and raises pivotal questions about renewable investment and market co

Teen coder sells AI app for millions in landmark deal

Exclusive: 18-year-old Zach Yadegari becomes an overnight tech millionaire after his revolutionary AI-powered keyboard app, 'TypeAI', is acquired by a major New York firm in a landmark seven-figure deal.

Budget airline axes flights to 12 European cities

A major low-cost carrier has abruptly slashed its winter flight schedule, removing services from London Stansted to a dozen popular European destinations, leaving thousands of passengers stranded and demanding answers.

Qantas ex-Coinvestigation Joyce gets £14.4m payout after turmoil

Former Qantas CEO Alan Joyce has been handed a staggering £14.4 million payout following his early departure, despite a tumultuous final year marked by flight cancellations, legal battles, and a tarnished reputation for the Australian airline giant.

Airline Slashes 200,000 UK Summer Seats

Holiday plans thrown into chaos as a leading budget airline dramatically cuts flights from multiple UK airports. Discover which routes are affected and your passenger rights.

John Lewis Resurrects Topshop in Surprise ASOS Deal

The John Lewis Partnership has acquired the Topshop, Topman, and Miss Selfridge brands from ASOS in a surprise move, planning to reintroduce the iconic labels to the British high street through its department stores and potentially Waitrose supermarkets.

Nok Air Suspends All Flights Amid Financial Crisis

Thailand's Nok Air has abruptly suspended all flight operations, stranding passengers and casting doubt on its future. The budget carrier cites insurmountable financial challenges as the cause.

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.

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