UK SMEs start with just £6,000, study reveals
New research uncovers that UK small business owners start with an average of only £6,000, relying on personal savings and family loans. Discover the sacrifices made and the support needed for success.
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Business owner reveals Australia's 'fake' community culture
Sydney entrepreneur Mariam Stevenson discusses Australia's transactional relationships and lack of community support for small businesses. Discover why urban connections feel superficial.
Small businesses suffer as US shutdown halts contracts
Small businesses face payment delays and project cancellations during historic US government shutdown. Discover how UK firms are affected and what happens next.
Couple wins legal battle after mattress dumping ordeal
Melbourne couple scores legal victory after trash company dumped 26 mattresses over bad review. Their £160k legal nightmare highlights risks for ordinary consumers.
London business activity hits 13-month high
London's private sector surges with strongest growth in over a year, outpacing national average as business confidence soars across the capital.
Domino's Shares Plunge 10% on Irish Franchise Crisis
Domino's Pizza Group shares plummet as Irish franchisee financial crisis threatens expansion plans and reveals deeper structural problems in the pizza giant's operations.
Small biz owner faces L'Oréal in trademark tribunal
Independent business owner Kelly Gibson faces multinational corporation L'Oréal at intellectual property tribunal over trademark dispute that could set precedent for small UK businesses.
Instagram's shadow ban crisis hits UK small businesses
Exclusive investigation reveals Instagram's shadow banning tactics that are devastating small businesses and creators without warning or explanation.
SpudBros accused of bullying small business over name
Fast-growing potato bar chain SpudBros faces bullying allegations after demanding small business Spud Brothers change its name in a bitter trademark dispute that's left the food industry divided.
Haitian immigrants revive Ohio town's economy
Springfield, Ohio's remarkable economic revival is being powered by an unexpected force - a growing Haitian community that's breathing new life into abandoned businesses and creating jobs where they're needed most.
SpudBros accused of bullying small business in trademark row
A family-run potato business faces David vs Goliath battle after SpudBros allegedly threatened legal action over similar branding in what's being called corporate bullying of small UK enterprises.
Dick Smith: Albanese failing Australian business
Australian entrepreneur Dick Smith delivers scathing criticism of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's leadership, claiming Australian businesses are 'going backwards' under his government amid cost of living pressures.
German legal loophole fuels Channel migrant crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how people smugglers are exploiting a German legal technicality to flood the English Channel with migrants, as Labour faces mounting pressure to address the crisis.
Real-Life Succession: Tech Heiress's Power Battle
The gripping story of Gina, a modern tech dynasty heiress, battling corporate intrigue and family betrayal in a high-stakes power struggle that mirrors the hit TV drama.
SF's Mission Hunan closes after 35 years due to homeless housing
A cherished family-run Chinese restaurant in San Francisco is shutting its doors after 35 years, blaming a nearby homeless housing development for devastating business and safety concerns that drove away customers.
Scottish hydro firms face ruin over backdated rates
Small-scale hydro businesses in Scotland are confronting financial catastrophe after being hit with staggering backdated rates demands from assessors, threatening the future of renewable energy across the Highlands.
Trump Tariffs Threaten Florida Importer's Business
A Florida-based importer reveals how Trump's proposed 60% tariffs on Chinese imports could devastate small businesses and increase consumer prices across Britain.
Influencer chargeback scam devastates small business owner
A small business owner's viral TikTok exposes how influencers are exploiting chargeback systems to get free products while devastating independent retailers.
Melbourne couple's business stolen by sophisticated scammers
A Melbourne couple's thriving business was systematically stolen by sophisticated scammers who hijacked their phone numbers, emails, and bank accounts in a chilling modern-day cyber theft that left them financially ruined.
Bakery owner's viral clapback shocks food influencer
A French patisserie owner in Arizona delivers a powerful response to a food influencer's negative critique, sparking a social media storm about online bullying and honest reviews.
Rachel Shenton: How deaf dad inspired her TV role
Oscar-winning actress Rachel Shenton reveals how her father's sudden deafness inspired Channel 5's heartwarming series 'Creatures Great and Small' and her ongoing advocacy for the deaf community.
Migrants mock French police in Channel crossing to Dover
Exclusive footage reveals migrants laughing at French authorities while crossing to Dover, raising serious questions about border control effectiveness and Anglo-French cooperation.
BBC's 'Creatures Great and Small' faces viewer backlash
Loyal viewers of the beloved BBC series are up in arms over controversial format changes, with many threatening to abandon the show after recent episodes left them disappointed and frustrated.
Steven Bartlett: Some businesses should go under
Social Chain entrepreneur Steven Bartlett delivers hard truths about business survival in current economic climate, revealing why some companies are doomed to fail.
UK-France deal to tackle Channel migrant crossings
Britain's Home Secretary announces landmark agreement with France to intensify efforts against dangerous small boat crossings and people smuggling networks.
Colchester research exposes UK business advice failures
Groundbreaking study reveals nearly half of UK businesses receive inadequate professional guidance, with devastating financial consequences for SMEs nationwide.
Council uses anti-gang laws on small business planning breaches
A Labour-led council faces criticism for deploying serious crime prevention orders - designed to combat organised crime - against small businesses for minor planning violations, raising concerns about disproportionate use of power.
Texas CEO's viral post on California business exodus
A Texas CEO's social media post praising his company's move from California to the Midwest has ignited discussion about business regulations, taxes, and the future of American enterprise.
Tory business rates crisis threatens shops and pubs
Conservative Minister Mel Stride faces mounting pressure as business rates threaten to decimate UK high streets, with shops and pubs bearing the brunt of soaring costs.
UK's Top 25 Business Hotspots Where Enterprise Thrives
Exclusive research reveals the UK's top entrepreneurial regions, with Westminster leading the charge while northern cities show impressive growth in business creation.
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