UK Retail Footfall Sees Biggest December Rise Since 2011
UK retail footfall surged 1.3% in December, the strongest annual uplift for the month since 2011, driven by evening socialising. Discover the festive trends reshaping shopping.
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Claire's Accessories faces collapse, 1,000 jobs at risk
High street chain Claire's Accessories files for administration again, threatening over 1,000 jobs. We examine why this 'tween' favourite failed to adapt. Read the full analysis.
Two Major High Street Chains Collapse into Administration
High street retailers Claire's and The Original Factory Shop have collapsed into administration, putting 2,500 UK jobs at risk. Read the full story on the failed rescue efforts.
Claire's and TOFS Collapse into Administration
High street chains Claire's and The Original Factory Shop have collapsed into administration, putting around 2,500 UK and Ireland jobs at risk. Read the full story on the retail crisis.
2,500 jobs at risk as two major retail chains enter administration
Claire's and The Original Factory Shop have collapsed into administration, putting 2,500 UK jobs in jeopardy. Read the latest on this major high street crisis and what it means for retail.
Record 8,234 US stores close in 2025 as retail crisis deepens
A staggering 8,234 US stores shut permanently in 2025, a 12% rise on 2024. Discover which major chains collapsed and why experts say the 'retail apocalypse' is a myth.
San Francisco Centre Mall 93% Empty Before Christmas
The once-bustling San Francisco Centre, a former holiday hotspot, now sits nearly vacant. Explore the factors behind its dramatic decline and uncertain future.
Princess of Wales's favourite brand LK Bennett seeks rescue
The fashion label LK Bennett, a staple in Princess Catherine's wardrobe, is in urgent rescue talks to avoid collapse for the second time since 2019. Read the full story on the brand's fight for survival.
Sydney Shopping Centre Ceiling Collapse Injures One
Shoppers fled for their lives after a ceiling collapsed at a busy Sydney shopping centre, causing flooding and sending one person to hospital. Get the latest updates.
Worker killed, teen injured in Brisbane wall collapse
A man has died and a 19-year-old was seriously injured after a retaining wall collapsed at a West End industrial site. Emergency crews worked for over an hour to free the trapped teenager.
Black Friday abuse crisis hits UK retail workers
As Black Friday begins, the Retail Trust reveals 77% of shop staff face intimidation. The charity urges shoppers to show respect with simple smiles and thank yous during the festive rush.
BBC's Civilisations: Ancient Collapse Mirrors Modern Crisis
New BBC series Civilisations: Rise and Fall examines four ancient societies' collapse through contemporary lens. Streaming now on BBC iPlayer.
Norfolk village homes collapsing into sea
Hemsby residents watch their properties vanish as coastal erosion accelerates. Meet the retirees who bought doomed cliffside homes despite the clear danger.
Blue Islands airline collapses, all flights cancelled
Channel Islands airline Blue Islands ceases trading, cancelling all flights and leaving passengers stranded. Find out about refunds and alternative travel options.
Blue Islands airline collapses, all flights cancelled
Channel Islands airline Blue Islands ceases trading, cancelling all flights and leaving passengers stranded. Find out about refunds and alternative travel options.
Bunnings Faces Pressure to Ban Dogs From Stores
The beloved DIY chain Bunnings finds itself at the centre of a heated national debate as calls intensify to prohibit pets in stores following a series of concerning incidents. As opinions clash between animal lovers and safety advocates, we examine whethe
Primark sales jump 7% amid retail expansion push
High street giant Primark reports impressive 7% sales growth despite inflation pressures, with major expansion plans including new Twinings partnership and US store openings.
Rome tower collapse: Miracle escape as residents survive
Dramatic rescue operation in Rome's Tor Sapienza district after catastrophic building collapse leaves multiple survivors in miraculous escape from rubble.
Rome tower collapse: Man trapped near Colosseum rescue
Dramatic rescue operation underway in Rome after 13th-century tower collapses, trapping man in rubble just metres from the Colosseum as he fights for life in intensive care.
Ancient Roman Tower Collapses Near Imperial Forums
A significant portion of Rome's medieval Torre dei Conti has collapsed near the Imperial Forums, raising urgent questions about Italy's cultural heritage preservation. Emergency services are securing the area as investigations begin.
M&S shares suffer worst day since pandemic
Marks & Spencer shares experienced their sharpest decline since March 2020 after the retail bellwether warned of weaker profits, sending shockwaves through the UK retail sector.
M&S launches major expansion with 20 new stores
Marks & Spencer announces ambitious expansion plan with 20 new stores across the UK, creating over 3,400 jobs and bringing back beloved fashion brands.
American Candy Giant Files for Bankruptcy Protection
Candy Warehouse Inc., one of America's largest confectionery distributors, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, citing pandemic impacts and changing consumer habits that have crippled the seasonal sweets industry.
Carter's announces UK store closures and layoffs
Popular homeware retailer Carter's confirms sweeping store closures and layoffs across Britain, citing inflation, supply chain issues, and changing consumer habits as key factors.
Seasalt to open 30 new UK stores in major expansion
Popular Cornish fashion brand Seasalt is embarking on its biggest retail expansion yet, planning to open 30 new stores across the UK and create 350 jobs as demand for their colourful designs continues to grow.
Manchester Building Collapse Sparks Mass Evacuation
Emergency services have launched a major operation in Manchester city centre after a building partially collapsed, forcing evacuations and road closures as structural engineers assess the safety of the area.
Target CEO warns of organised retail crime surge
Target's chief executive Brian Cornell reveals escalating organised retail crime is putting staff safety at risk and costing retailers billions annually.
Target Plans Thousands of Job Cuts Amid Stagnant Sales
American retail colossus Target reveals plans to cut thousands of corporate positions in strategic cost-cutting move following disappointing sales performance and changing consumer habits.
Major retailer announces 83 store closures across UK
Another beloved high street name faces significant restructuring as economic pressures force the closure of 83 stores nationwide, putting hundreds of jobs at risk.
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