Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Labour's plan to overhaul business rates, freeze the multiplier, and increase the threshold for small business relief, aiming to revitalise Britain's struggling high streets.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves vows to overhaul the UK's business rates system, branding it an unfair 'high street tax' that stifles growth and punishes brick-and-mortar retailers. Discover the plan for reform.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces the abolition of the current business rates system, launching a comprehensive review to create a fairer tax regime for UK high streets and level the playing field with online giants.
A popular Sydney eatery, 'The Shed', has shocked its loyal patrons by announcing its immediate and permanent closure, citing overwhelming family reasons and leaving a community in mourning.
Australian fast-food favourite Guzman y Gomez faces significant hurdles in its ambitious US expansion, with reports of financial losses, leadership exits, and a struggle to adapt its menu for American tastes. Is the burrito bubble bursting?
Exclusive: Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield slam parent company Unilever for abandoning ethical values, warning customers and staff of corporate betrayal.
A UK mum transformed her crochet hobby into a thriving £80k business after quitting her job, proving passion projects can be profitable. Discover her inspiring journey from side hustle to success.
Exclusive analysis reveals how Ukraine's homegrown drone technology, driven by AI and rapid innovation, is fundamentally reshaping warfare tactics against Russia. Discover the cutting-edge systems changing the battlefield.
Exclusive: Howard Lutnick of Cantor Fitzgerald is reportedly in advanced talks with the former US President to develop a major real estate venture in Japan's capital, signalling Trump's post-election business ambitions.
Yorkshire's beloved Spotted Cow Cookies has ceased trading, leaving 25 employees jobless and customers heartbroken. The family-run bakery, famed for its gourmet biscuits, succumbed to the relentless pressure of the cost-of-living crisis and soaring inflat
A Warwickshire businessman has been hailed a hero after his blistering Facebook response to a group of women who launched a vicious campaign of abuse against his young employees, calling their behaviour 'utterly disgusting'.
Exclusive analysis of China's newly unveiled 'optical warfare' laser weapon, a disruptive system designed to blind pilots and fry electronics. How it compares to Western 'Star Wars' technology and what it means for global military balance.
After a gruelling 15-year battle, Nuneaton business owner Paul Edwards triumphs over a wrongly issued parking fine that threatened to destroy his livelihood and home.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a furious backlash from business leaders for her 'deafening silence' on the upcoming Autumn Budget, creating crippling uncertainty for UK firms and sparking fears of a major economic misstep.
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.
The Duchess of Sussex has abruptly closed her lifestyle venture, ShopMy, just weeks after its high-profile launch, sparking speculation and industry analysis.
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.
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'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.
Asda trials groundbreaking AI-powered 'just walk out' technology in a major UK supermarket, allowing shoppers to grab items and leave without scanning or queuing.
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
The TSA is dramatically accelerating its PreCheck overhaul, deploying touchless facial recognition technology to create faster, more secure passenger processing. Discover how this biometric revolution will change the way you fly.
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.
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.
New data reveals a sharp decline in optimism across Britain's vital services sector, driven by mounting cost pressures and subdued consumer demand, raising concerns for the economic outlook.
Exclusive insights from British parents and educators reveal the real-world impact of AI tools like ChatGPT in schools. Discover the promises, the pitfalls, and the profound changes shaping the future of learning.
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.
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.
A disillusioned office worker ditches her 9-5 to launch a spectacular dessert parlour, creating a viral sensation and building a six-figure business from scratch.
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.