Personal Shoppers Reveal 17 Rules for Perfect Gifts
Struggling with gift ideas? Top UK personal shoppers share their 17 essential rules for finding the perfect present. Learn how to give gifts that truly delight.
Struggling with gift ideas? Top UK personal shoppers share their 17 essential rules for finding the perfect present. Learn how to give gifts that truly delight.
Discover five standout gift ideas from small UK businesses for a meaningful festive season. Support local entrepreneurs and find unique presents. Shop small this Christmas!
A former educator explains how to choose the perfect, budget-friendly teacher gift this Christmas. Discover the heartfelt present he still treasures and what to avoid.
A Modesto food truck owner must rename his business 'Flaco's Tacos' by January 1 after a cease and desist from a Chicago chain. He's asking the public for new name ideas.
Boots has cut the price of a premium MAC cosmetics set to £35.10, saving nearly £60. The limited Star Gift includes four full-size products, perfect for Christmas.
HSBC UK launches a competition for three small firms to win a day with a celebrity brand ambassador. Judged by Dame Kelly Holmes and Brian O'Driscoll. Enter by 5 January.
Volumes Bookcafe, a beloved independent Chicago bookstore, is closing after a 30% sales plunge. The owners cite a new Barnes & Noble as the cause, echoing the plot of 'You've Got Mail'. Support your local bookshops.
A seasoned parent and aunt reveals the ultimate do's and don'ts for children's Christmas presents, from under £25 to over £100. Discover the gifts kids will truly love.
A California food truck faces a £6,000 rebrand after a trademark infringement lawsuit from a Chicago restaurant. Owner seeks public help to choose a new name by December 5.
Discover 45 thoughtful gift ideas for women that go beyond generic presents. From personalised jewellery to experience days, find the perfect present she'll truly love.
UK small businesses face sales declines as US ends $800 tariff exemption. Holiday shopping season brings new challenges for international e-commerce traders.
Ex-footballer Jamie Redknapp's fashion brand threatens legal action against family-run paddleboard business over use of Sandbanks name. Owner claims £350,000 stock at risk.
Struggling to buy for a teenager? We asked UK teens for their top 36 gift ideas, from Lululemon to slushie machines. Discover what they actually want.
Reform UK's new small business tsar Kevin Byrne is under fire for promoting anti-vaccine theories and controversial views. Discover the full story and its political implications.
As UK Christmas markets open across the country, small businesses face eye-watering stall rental costs while visitors complain about high prices. Discover the true cost of festive trading.
Struggling with Christmas gifts for the men in your life? Our 2025 guide features unique ideas from £5 to £160, covering tech, fashion, and gourmet treats. Find the perfect present today!
Struggling with Christmas shopping? The Guardian's expert columnists reveal their top 158 gift picks for 2025, from Yotam Ottolenghi's kitchen essentials to Sali Hughes' beauty must-haves. Find perfect presents for everyone on your list.
A baker's decision to charge her sister $500 for a wedding cake ignited a fierce debate about family, fairness, and the value of creative work. Should siblings expect free professional services?
Discover the ultimate Christmas gift guide for 2023, featuring expert-tested kitchen and home products. From coffee machines to pizza ovens, find perfect presents with Black Friday deals.
Discover the UK's top 10 independent high streets, from Brighton to Edinburgh, as revealed by new American Express research. Support local businesses and plan your next visit!
Tesco's Costa Coffee Mini Hot Chocolate Christmas Gift Set, now just £5.25 for Clubcard holders, is the perfect festive treat for winter walks. Discover this viral stocking filler sensation.
Vietnamese tailor Nam Huynh hasn't taken a day off work in 36 years, running Melbourne's Dejour Jeans. Discover how this local legend created a denim empire through relentless dedication.
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.
Sydney entrepreneur Mariam Stevenson discusses Australia's transactional relationships and lack of community support for small businesses. Discover why urban connections feel superficial.
Discover the ultimate gift guide for men featuring 40 handpicked presents across tech, fashion, grooming and more. Find the perfect gift he'll actually use and love.
Small businesses face payment delays and project cancellations during historic US government shutdown. Discover how UK firms are affected and what happens next.
Melbourne couple scores legal victory after trash company dumped 26 mattresses over bad review. Their £160k legal nightmare highlights risks for ordinary consumers.
London's private sector surges with strongest growth in over a year, outpacing national average as business confidence soars across the capital.
From retro gaming to vintage vinyl, discover the perfect nostalgic gifts that will transport your loved ones back to happier times and create new memories.
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.