7 Conditions Pharmacies Can Treat Without a GP
NHS England urges patients to 'think pharmacy first' for seven common ailments like sinusitis and shingles, easing pressure on GP surgeries. Learn which conditions qualify.
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7 Conditions Pharmacies Can Treat Without a GP
The NHS urges the public to 'think pharmacy first' for seven common ailments, from sinusitis to shingles, to ease pressure on GP surgeries and get quicker care.
Free NHS Blood Pressure Checks at Pharmacies for Over-40s
The NHS is offering free blood pressure tests at selected pharmacies in England for eligible over-40s. Find out if you qualify and how to book this vital health check.
Russia imports Michelin aviation tyres despite sanctions
Exclusive customs data reveals Russia continues to import Michelin aviation tyres, bypassing EU sanctions. Discover the supply chain loopholes enabling this trade.
Copper hits record price as green energy demand strains supply
Copper prices surge to unprecedented levels, driven by a global shortage and booming demand from renewable energy and AI sectors. Discover the market forces at play and what it means for the UK economy.
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.
$400k Lobster Shipment Hijacked in US Supply Chain Theft
A $400,000 shipment of live lobsters bound for Costco stores was hijacked, highlighting a surge in organised cargo theft plaguing US supply chains. Read the full investigation.
$400K Lobster Shipment Hijacked for Costco Stores
A truck carrying $400,000 of live lobsters to Costco was hijacked, potentially by an organised crime ring. The FBI is investigating the heist, part of a multi-billion dollar cargo theft problem. Read more.
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.
Honda pauses Japan and China production over chip shortage
Honda Motor suspends operations at key plants in Japan and China due to persistent semiconductor shortages, impacting its global sales forecast and profits. Read the full story.
IKEA to source more products in US due to Trump tariffs
IKEA is shifting its supply chain to source more furniture in the US, driven by Trump's tariffs and pandemic disruptions. Discover how this impacts prices and jobs.
Boots sets 24-hour Christmas prescription deadline
Boots warns repeat prescription customers to order by 17 December for guaranteed pre-Christmas delivery. Over 750 pharmacies will stay open over the festive bank holidays.
Why US Can't Make Its Own Artificial Christmas Trees
New US tariffs have pushed artificial Christmas tree prices up 10-15%, revealing the nation's deep dependence on overseas manufacturing. Discover the challenges of reshoring.
Morrisons postpones net zero target by 15 years
Morrisons becomes the first UK supermarket to push back its net zero goal to 2050, now including its full supply chain. Read the full story on its revised sustainability strategy.
Airbus cuts delivery target after A320 fuselage problem
Airbus has reduced its 2025 aircraft delivery forecast, citing a new quality issue with A320 fuselages. The move impacts airlines and supply chains. Read the full analysis.
650 jobs at risk as UK metals recycler enters liquidation
Unimetals Recycling, one of the UK's largest metal recycling firms, has filed for compulsory liquidation, putting 650 jobs in jeopardy. Discover the full story and implications for the UK's steel supply chain.
Magnum invests £50m in UK ice cream factory expansion
The Magnum Ice Cream Company announces a £50 million investment to significantly increase production capacity at its Gloucester plant, home to brands like Magnum and Ben & Jerry's.
Second Fire at Ford's Key Aluminum Plant Threatens Billions
A second major blaze at a Novelis aluminum plant in New York disrupts Ford's F-150 production, potentially costing the automaker billions. Discover the impact on the UK supply chain.
GE Appliances moves production from China to Kentucky
GE Appliances shifts production from China to Kentucky, awarding over $150 million in new US supplier contracts and creating 800 jobs. Discover the impact on American manufacturing.
Nearly half of UK firms plan international expansion
Santander's trade barometer reveals 47% of UK businesses are considering overseas growth due to weak domestic economy and tax concerns. Discover how firms are adapting.
Walgreens ends holiday pay for hourly workers
Walgreens has cut paid holiday time for hourly staff after a private equity buyout, costing full-time employees hundreds of dollars annually. Discover the full impact.
US Scrambles to Break China's Rare-Earth Dominance
The Trump administration is racing to rebuild America's rare-earth supply chain, challenging China's 90% processing control. Can tariffs and new alliances secure US national security and tech future?
Tesla cuts China parts from US cars after tariffs
Tesla orders suppliers to eliminate Chinese components from American-made vehicles within two years as trade tensions reshape global supply chains. Discover the impact.
China voices extreme disappointment in Dutch chip minister
Beijing reacts strongly to Dutch minister's comments on semiconductor crisis. Global car industry faces disruption as export ban continues. Read the latest developments.
Lloyds Pharmacy issues urgent flu medication warning
Lloyds Pharmacy issues urgent warning about dangerous interactions between common cold medications and flu treatments. Experts reveal which combinations could put your health at risk.
UPS Kentucky Hub Faces Major Shipping Delays and Customer Anger
Major shipping delays at UPS's Kentucky hub leave customers fuming as packages remain stranded for days, sparking frustration and financial losses across the supply chain.
Australia-China Critical Minerals Deal Reshapes Global Supply
In a strategic pivot, Australia's Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles announces groundbreaking critical minerals cooperation with China, reshaping global supply chains and challenging Western dominance in green technology resources.
Chilean Fruit Export Crisis Threatens UK Supermarkets
UK supermarkets confront potential shortages and price hikes as severe weather and economic pressures slash Chile's crucial fruit exports to Britain.
US dental anaesthetic shortage forces treatment cancellations
American dental practices face treatment cancellations as FDA confirms ongoing shortage of local anaesthetics, with no immediate resolution in sight.
Chip shortage crisis threatens UK car production
European chipmaker Nexperia suspends semiconductor deliveries to Chinese customers, triggering potential car manufacturing shutdowns and supply chain chaos across the UK automotive sector.
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