River Living Linked to 20-Year Drop in Life Expectancy
Groundbreaking research from the US uncovers a disturbing link between river proximity and dramatically lower life expectancy, raising urgent questions for UK public health and urban planning.
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UK's Most and Least Deprived Areas Revealed in New Index
Exclusive analysis of the latest Index of Multiple Deprivation reveals the UK's most affluent and most deprived neighbourhoods, highlighting a dramatic postcode lottery in living standards across England.
Claire's rescued from administration in last-minute buyer deal
Jewelry and accessory retailer Claire's avoids collapse after a last-minute acquisition deal saves hundreds of UK stores and thousands of jobs. Full details on the rescue plan.
Asda to Open 20 New Stores, Creating 1,600+ Jobs
Supermarket giant Asda is embarking on a massive expansion plan, opening 20 new stores and creating over 1,600 new jobs, bringing its popular Just Essentials range and George clothing to more communities.
Australia's Wealth Gap Widens in New Damning Report
A damning new report reveals Australia's wealth gap is widening at an alarming rate, with executive pay soaring while worker wages stagnate. Discover the stark realities of the nation's cost-of-living crisis.
Claire's UK rescued from bankruptcy by new buyer
The iconic accessories chain Claire's has been saved from bankruptcy after a new buyer stepped in to acquire its UK and European operations, securing the future of its British high street stores.
Walmart's Southern Price Gap: Small Towns Pay More
New research reveals Walmart is charging significantly higher prices in smaller towns across Mississippi and Tennessee compared to major cities, raising concerns over retail equality.
Tems Condemns Systemic Sexism in African Music
Grammy-winning artist Tems delivers a powerful critique of the deep-rooted misogyny and gender-based barriers faced by women in the African music scene, calling for urgent reform.
Hobbycraft to Close Six UK Stores in Major Shake-Up
Arts and crafts retailer Hobbycraft is set to close six stores across the UK in a major restructuring plan, putting dozens of jobs at risk. Get the full details on the locations and the company's strategy.
'Scary' UK High Streets Force Shops to Flee
Residents and business owners voice their fears as soaring crime, anti-social behaviour, and neglect turn once-thriving high streets into no-go zones, prompting a retail exodus.
JD Sports UK Sales Slump 4.2% as Confidence Wobbles
JD Sports reports a sharp 4.2% drop in UK sales, blaming fragile consumer confidence and a 'challenging' market. The retail giant's warning signals trouble for the wider high street.
UK Grocery Chain Closes 60 Stores in Mass Layoffs
A prominent UK supermarket chain is set to close 60 stores and cut hundreds of jobs in a drastic restructuring plan aimed at reducing costs and adapting to changing consumer habits.
California Police Bust Massive £3.5M Home Depot Theft Ring
Authorities in California have dismantled a sophisticated organised crime ring accused of stealing over £3.5 million in merchandise from Home Depot stores across multiple counties.
Poundland Saved from Collapse by High Court
The High Court approves a rescue deal for Poundland's parent company, saving thousands of UK retail jobs and securing the future of 800 stores nationwide.
Poundland Crisis: Owner Warns of Potential Collapse
High street giant Poundland faces a severe cash crunch as parent company Pepco warns of potential financial collapse, putting thousands of UK jobs at risk amid rising costs and consumer spending cuts.
UK Retail Sales Crash Amid Soaring Inflation
New data reveals a sharp decline in UK retail sales, with like-for-like growth turning negative. Soaring food inflation and the cost-of-living crisis are forcing consumers to cut back severely on non-essential spending.
UK gender pay gap underestimated for 20 years
A bombshell report reveals the UK's gender pay gap has been systematically underestimated for 20 years due to a critical flaw in official reporting, hiding the true scale of pay inequality for millions of women.
New Look Owner Brait Considers Selling Fashion Chain
Fashion retailer New Look could be put up for sale by its South African owners, Brait, as the high street brand grapples with challenging market conditions and a significant debt burden.
Police fail to solve 1,000+ shoplifting cases daily
Exclusive figures reveal police are failing to solve more than 1,000 shoplifting cases every day across the UK, with just 16% of reported crimes resulting in charges as retail theft soars to record levels.
Tougher Sentences for Shoplifters in UK Crime Crackdown
New government plans promise stricter punishments for shoplifters and assault on retail workers, as retail crime surges to record levels across Britain.
UK's Postcode Pension Lottery Reveals £4,400 Gap
Exclusive analysis reveals a staggering £4,400 state pension gap across UK constituencies. Discover why where you live in retirement could cost you thousands.
M&Co to Shut 35 UK Stores in High Street Blow
Another major blow to the UK High Street as a beloved fashion retailer announces the closure of 35 stores, putting hundreds of jobs at risk. Discover if your local store is affected.
Shoplifting hits 54-year high as 70% of offenders escape justice
British retailers face an unprecedented shoplifting epidemic with offences reaching their highest level since 1969, while police fail to pursue 70% of cases, leaving traders furious and demanding government action.
Claire's Avoids Collapse in Last-Ditch Buyout Deal
The iconic accessories chain Claire's has been saved from administration after a dramatic restructuring deal with new owners. Discover which UK stores will close and what this means for the future of the brand.
Police admit they won't arrest shoplifters as stores fight back
Exclusive investigation reveals how UK high street stores are fighting back against organised shoplifting gangs as police formally admit they've stopped arresting offenders in most cases.
Gove's GCSE resit policy legacy exposed in results
New GCSE results reveal how Michael Gove's controversial resit policy has created a 'broken system' of educational inequality, with disadvantaged students bearing the brunt of persistent failure rates in English and maths.
Andy Burnham: UK's Political System Needs Major Reform
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham calls for urgent constitutional reform, arguing England's North-South divide is crippled by a London-centric political system that ignores regional voices.
Chancellor pressured to act as UK shop inflation holds at 2.9%
Jeremy Hunt faces mounting pressure from retail leaders to address the business rates burden in the Spring Budget, as new data reveals shop price inflation remains stubbornly high.
£7600 Pension Gender Gap Exposed in UK
A damning new report exposes a massive £7600 annual pension divide between men and women in the UK, highlighting a severe retirement crisis for female workers.
GCSE Results Show Widening North-South Education Divide
Exclusive analysis of GCSE results reveals a deepening regional attainment gap in England, with London pupils surging ahead while disadvantaged areas in the North and Midlands fall further behind.
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