Retailers Urge Faster End to Import Tax Break
British retailers demand immediate end to £150 import tax break, calling current system unfair to UK businesses. Government urged to act before April 2026 deadline.
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Dick's Sporting Goods to Close Foot Locker Stores
Dick's Sporting Goods announces Foot Locker store closures following its $2.4 billion acquisition. Executive Chairman Ed Stack calls it an 'unavoidable reset'. Read the latest updates.
Record exodus of overseas doctors from UK NHS
A record 4,880 overseas-trained doctors left the UK in 2024, a 26% rise, with NHS leaders blaming anti-migrant sentiment. Read the full analysis of this crisis.
Luxury sales fall as shoppers reject price hikes
Global personal luxury goods sales are forecast to drop 2% in 2025, marking the first two-year decline since the financial crisis. Discover why affluent shoppers are turning away from premium brands.
UK woman murdered in US after fetish site meeting
Sonia Exelby, 32, from Portsmouth, travelled to Florida intending to be killed by a man she met online. Her body was found in a shallow grave. Read the full investigation.
Martin Lewis clarifies key consumer rights for Christmas
Money expert Martin Lewis sets the record straight on refunds and returns this festive season. Discover your legal rights and how to claim what you're owed.
UK Helicopter Pilot Jailed 20 Years for Murder
Aaron Rainbow, 50, from Surrey, receives maximum sentence for the brutal stabbing of Oscar Tornero Rovira in Spain. Read the full details of this tragic case.
Farage's £25bn Budget Plan to Avert Tax Rises
Nigel Farage demands Chancellor Rachel Reeves avoid tax hikes by cutting overseas aid and migrant benefits. His plan claims to save £25bn. Read the full proposal.
Criminals steal £111m in goods from UK haulage firms
Organised crime gangs are buying haulage firms using stolen identities to steal lorry loads of parcels, costing the UK £111m last year. Discover how this sophisticated freight crime impacts consumers.
First UK state school opens fee-paying branch in Dubai
Historic Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet becomes the first UK state school to launch an overseas branch in Dubai. The venture aims to generate funds for its British counterpart amid funding shortages.
Vodafone's revolutionary phone deal for British soldiers abroad
Vodafone launches revolutionary mobile package offering British soldiers stationed overseas free calls and texts to UK numbers, eliminating communication barriers for military families.
Botulism alert: Almond milk recall over health fears
Health officials issue emergency warning as potentially deadly botulism toxin discovered in popular almond milk products. Full details on affected batches and symptoms to watch for.
Dutch Court Rules Against Apple in LVMH Tax Battle
The Dutch High Court has ruled against Apple in its legal dispute with LVMH over €13 million in back taxes, marking a significant victory for European tax authorities.
Foreign ownership of UK firms surges 60%
Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in foreign takeovers of British businesses, with nearly 9,000 UK companies now under overseas control as global investors capitalise on post-Brexit opportunities.
Army dentists deployed to Turkey for troops' dental care
British Army dental specialists are conducting emergency treatments for service personnel stationed in Turkey, addressing urgent dental issues that could compromise military readiness and operational effectiveness.
Ireland builds diplomatic bridge with Jamaica construction project
Dublin announces ambitious construction initiative in Kingston, strengthening diplomatic relations between Ireland and Jamaica through symbolic architectural partnership.
Life coach accused of luxury kitchenware theft ring
A professional life coach from an affluent background stands accused of orchestrating a sophisticated shoplifting operation targeting luxury kitchenware across Southern England.
Tourist numbers plunge as tax-free shopping scrapped
Exclusive analysis reveals Britain's tourism industry is suffering a £1.5bn blow as overseas visitors abandon UK shopping trips following the abolition of tax-free shopping. Industry leaders issue urgent Budget plea to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt.
Flight attendant's shopping secrets for cheaper products abroad
A seasoned flight attendant reveals the surprising everyday products that are significantly cheaper overseas, from French pharmacy favourites to Spanish supermarket steals that'll save you a fortune.
Louvre Jewellery Heist: Suspects Hunted After Major Theft
French authorities are hunting multiple suspects after a sophisticated robbery at the Louvre's flagship Paris store, where thieves made off with jewellery worth millions in a brazen daylight theft.
Meghan Markle's American Riviera Orchard Holiday Collection
The Duchess of Sussex launches her first festive range featuring artisanal jams and exclusive tableware, continuing her brand's rapid expansion since March debut.
HMRC freezes child benefits for British families abroad
Thousands of British expat families face financial strain as HMRC freezes overseas child benefit payments amid cost of living crisis. Discover how this policy change affects families living abroad.
$500K Swarovski crystal heist foiled in NY police operation
New York authorities have intercepted a massive international crystal smuggling operation, recovering over $500,000 worth of stolen Swarovski merchandise destined for Norway in a sophisticated police sting.
UK smashes world record with £15m fake vape seizure
In the largest seizure of its kind worldwide, UK Border Force and Trading Standards have intercepted over £15 million worth of illegal e-cigarettes containing dangerous substances, uncovering a sophisticated criminal network flooding Britain with counterf
Russia's tea and coffee crisis deepens amid sanctions
Exclusive investigation reveals how Western sanctions are creating severe shortages of tea and coffee in Russia, with prices soaring and consumers facing empty supermarket shelves.
Gold rush drives UK retail sales to three-year high
British retail sales surged to their highest level in three years as consumers flock to gold investments and luxury goods, offering unexpected economic resilience despite ongoing cost-of-living pressures.
La Liga plans Barcelona vs Villarreal Miami fixture
La Liga president Javier Tebas confirms plans to stage Barcelona vs Villarreal in Miami, marking Spanish football's boldest international expansion move yet.
Serie A plans historic Australian league match
Italian football is set to make history as Serie A plans its first-ever official league match on Australian soil, following in the footsteps of La Liga's global expansion strategy.
Unilever restructures North American business operations
Consumer goods giant Unilever announces significant restructuring of its North American operations, affecting household names including Dove, Marmite and Magnum as part of global efficiency drive.
La Liga takes Girona vs Real Sociedad to Miami
La Liga takes another bold step across the Atlantic with Girona vs Real Sociedad in Miami, sparking debate about football's global future and Spanish fan backlash.
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