UK ends £135 import duty exemption for parcels
Chancellor Rachel Reeves closes the import duty loophole for small parcels under £135, aiming to level the playing field for UK high street retailers. Discover the impact on prices and competition.
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Kroger exits Florida, closing centre and cutting 1,400 jobs
Grocery giant Kroger is pulling out of Florida entirely by closing its last online facility in 2026, affecting 1,400 employees. Discover the reasons behind this strategic retreat.
Greencore faces CMA probe over Bristol acquisition
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority launches investigation into Greencore's purchase of cake decoration manufacturer, raising competition concerns in food manufacturing sector.
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.
China investigates UK construction firm for competition issues
China's competition authority investigates UK construction materials manufacturer for potential market abuse, signalling tougher regulatory stance on foreign businesses.
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Seoul's Space-Out Competition Crowns Doing Nothing Champion
South Korea's unique 'Space-Out' competition celebrates the art of doing absolutely nothing, with thousands gathering to watch contestants achieve perfect mental stillness in Seoul's bustling city centre.
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.
Physical: Asia - Superhuman Strength Contestants
The Guardian's review of Physical: Asia reveals a competition show where contestants defy human limits with extraordinary strength feats and muscular physiques that redefine athleticism.
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.
McDonald's Monopoly winner after 20 years reveals secret
After two decades of collecting game pieces, a determined McDonald's customer reveals the secret to winning the elusive Monopoly grand prize and shares what they plan to do with the cash.
UK watchdog probes Greencore-Bakkavor merger
The Competition and Markets Authority launches in-depth investigation into proposed £1.7bn merger between food manufacturing giants Greencore and Bakkavor, citing serious competition concerns.
CMA clears Greencore in competition investigation
The Competition and Markets Authority has concluded its investigation into Greencore Group, finding no competition concerns in the UK sandwich manufacturing sector.
Aldi's Secret Shoppers Keep Prices Ultra-Low
Exclusive investigation reveals Aldi's covert quality control teams are secretly visiting stores nationwide to maintain their price advantage over competitors.
Mother's haunting Halloween photo wins photography competition
Discover how Marguerite Omolloy's hauntingly beautiful phone photograph of her children in homemade monster costumes won The Guardian's weekly photography competition with its perfect blend of creativity and nostalgia.
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.
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.
Tesco Extends Dominance as Britain's Retail Giant
Tesco extends its dominance as Britain's largest retailer with strategic price cuts and digital innovation, leaving competitors struggling to keep pace in the fiercely competitive grocery sector.
Armed Raid on Woolworths Sparks UK Retail Crime Alert
Shocking armed robbery at Woolworths store highlights escalating retail crime wave sweeping Britain, with police hunting multiple suspects after dramatic staff confrontation.
Walmart expands in New York as Macy's closes stores
Retail giant Walmart announces ambitious expansion into New York City, opening new stores and creating hundreds of jobs while challenging established competitors.
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Petco announces US store closures in major retail shakeup
Pet retail giant Petco announces significant store closures across the United States, joining growing list of retailers facing challenging market conditions and shifting consumer habits.
Dinner lady wins £3m dream home in Omaze draw
A school dinner lady from Cornwall has become an instant millionaire after winning a stunning £3 million mansion in the Omaze property lottery, with her husband declaring 'I'm never going to work again!'
23 High Street Stores Face Closure in Latest Retail Blow
Another major blow hits the UK High Street as popular retailer confirms 23 store closures across England and Wales, leaving staff and communities reeling from the latest retail casualties.
PM invites international supermarket giant to challenge Coles, Woolworths
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has invited international grocery powerhouse to enter the market, promising to dismantle the Coles-Woolworths stranglehold that's been squeezing household budgets.
Greggs, Co-op and JD Sports close multiple UK stores
Dozens of high street locations face closure as leading retailers including Greggs, Co-op and JD Sports announce restructuring plans affecting communities across Britain.
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