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Post-menopause business launch: 'Our superpower'

Alison Holliday, 50, and Charlie Lycett-Smith, 46, launch North & Nest, a finance and ops consultancy. They say midlife clarity and resilience give them a unique edge in business. Read their story.

MPs slam police 'sexual entrepreneurs' guidance

Police chiefs face backlash for telling officers to call prostitutes 'sexual entrepreneurs'. MPs call the guidance 'harmful' and demand a meeting with the minister. Read the full story.

Most Brits oppose airline digital boarding pass fees

New research reveals 58% of UK travellers are less likely to book with airlines like Ryanair that charge extra for paper boarding passes. Discover the impact on older passengers and the cost of living.

Dragons' Den stars bankrupt after £30k investment

Two childhood friends who secured £30,000 on Dragons' Den see their business dreams shattered as their company enters bankruptcy, revealing the harsh reality behind TV success stories.

Four New Dragons Join BBC Business Show Panel

The BBC's hit entrepreneurial series Dragons' Den is undergoing its biggest transformation yet with four new business moguls joining the panel in a dramatic refresh set to continue through 2026.

Gary Neville & Tinie Tempah Join Dragons' Den

Football legend Gary Neville and music icon Tinie Tempah are set to become guest dragons in the new series of BBC's Dragons' Den, bringing fresh perspectives to the entrepreneurial pitch room.

Digital ID App to Transform Ireland-UK Travel

A groundbreaking digital identity scheme is poised to streamline travel within the Common Travel Area, offering Britons and Irish citizens a seamless border experience while raising privacy considerations.

Ethiopian refugee's restaurant triumph in London

Discover the remarkable story of Hadush Gerberslasie, an Ethiopian refugee who turned adversity into triumph by opening Kebatu, an authentic Ethiopian restaurant bringing the flavours of Addis Ababa to London's vibrant food scene.

Starmer's Digital ID Plan Sparks Privacy Debate

Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveils ambitious plans for mandatory digital identity scheme, promising to transform how Britons access public services while facing fierce criticism from privacy campaigners.

Cloud Crash Exposes Who Really Runs the Internet

When the cloud infrastructure we depend on suddenly failed, it revealed the uncomfortable truth about who truly controls our digital lives and why our internet isn't as resilient as we thought.

Students make £140k from campus vending machines

Two enterprising students turned their university halls into a thriving business empire, earning over £140,000 by installing vending machines selling snacks and essentials to fellow students during late-night cravings.

Russia bans Instagram after Meta policy change

Moscow officially blocks Instagram across Russia after Meta temporarily allows violent speech against Russian forces, marking a major escalation in the digital front of the Ukraine conflict.

NHS text service detects kidney disease years earlier

A groundbreaking NHS digital initiative is using text messages to identify kidney disease up to five years sooner, potentially saving thousands from life-altering complications through early detection.

Dan and Phil: YouTube romance to £4M empire

The extraordinary journey of YouTube sensations Dan Howell and Phil Lester, who transformed their internet romance into a multi-million pound business empire through best-selling books, global tours, and digital content that captivated millions.

Earn £100k+ Creating Social Media Content

Discover how marketing specialist Rachel Wells transformed her social media skills into a lucrative career, earning over £100,000 annually by creating content for brands and teaching others to do the same.

Britain's Wealth Creators Flee Labour's Tax Policies

As Labour's tax policies target high earners, Britain's most successful entrepreneurs and professionals are discovering happier, more sophisticated alternatives abroad. Discover where they're going and why.

Britain's Growing Indifference to the AI Revolution

As artificial intelligence becomes ubiquitous in British daily life, a concerning trend emerges: many people no longer care about understanding the technology reshaping their world. Explore the growing apathy towards AI's pervasive influence.

2 Million UK Veterans Left Behind in Digital Age

Shocking new figures reveal nearly two million British military veterans are struggling with basic digital skills, creating a worrying isolation gap among those who served our nation.

UK Tests Digital ID Scheme with Veteran Card Launch

The UK government is launching a new Veteran Card that will serve as the first major test of its national digital ID system, offering former military personnel streamlined access to services and discounts.

India's Digital ID System Divides Nation

India's ambitious Aadhaar digital identity system faces growing scrutiny as millions report exclusion from essential services, creating a deep societal divide about technology's role in governance.

Digital ID: Costly 'White Elephant' Warning

Exclusive investigation reveals the UK's proposed digital identity system faces massive cost overruns and serious privacy concerns, with experts warning it could become another taxpayer-funded disaster.

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