Restaurant Owners Treat Staff to Bahamas Cruise
Generous owners of The Standard Restaurant in Toledo, Ohio, closed their establishment to take their entire team on a three-day Royal Caribbean cruise to the Bahamas, covering all travel costs.
Category : Retail
Matchbox Car Sells for £22k, Sets World Record Due to Rare Colour
A rare pale yellow Matchbox Mercury Cougar toy car has sold for a staggering £22,000 at auction, setting a new world record. The 'first issue' model sparked an international bidding war.
Lululemon's See-Through Leggings Return with New Guidelines
Athleisure brand Lululemon has resumed online sales of its Get Low leggings after a brief pause, issuing new fitting guidelines and underwear recommendations following customer complaints about transparency.
Lola Blankets: Worth the Price? We Test a Cheaper Dupe
The Lola faux fur blanket costs $275, but our textile expert found a dupe for a third of the price. Discover if the luxury is justified or if you can save big.
Waterproof Ankle Boots Hit Sale Ahead of UK Storm
As Storm Ingrid approaches with torrential rain, these highly-rated waterproof walking boots from Ziitop have received a 15% discount on Amazon, now priced at £32.28.
Regional Grocers Dominate US Top Retailer List
H-E-B leads Dunnhumby's Retailer Preference Index for the fifth time, with regional chains Market Basket and Woodman's outperforming national brands amid economic pressures.
Ramsay: Tax Changes Make Restaurants 'Lambs to Slaughter'
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay warns UK government's business rates changes will create a 'bloodbath' in hospitality, with hundreds of closures forecast.
Lululemon Pulls Leggings After See-Through Complaints
Lululemon has temporarily paused online sales of its Get Low leggings collection in North America following customer feedback about fabric transparency issues.
Wetherspoon to Open 12 New Pubs by July
JD Wetherspoon reveals plans for 12 new pub openings across the UK and Spain, including its first continental European venue, despite recent profit warnings.
Best Luxury Hand Washes: Spa-Quality Formulas Tested
Discover the finest luxury hand washes that transform your bathroom into a spa. Our expert-tested guide reveals top formulas from Aesop, Diptique, L'Occitane and more, with detailed analysis of scents, lather quality and skin benefits.
Body Shop Dewberry Returns: 90s Scent Review
The Body Shop's iconic dewberry fragrance collection from the 1990s has been reformulated and relaunched. Our beauty editor tests the perfume oil and fragrance mist to see if the nostalgic scent stands the test of time.
Russell & Bromley Collapse: Future of the 'Kate Effect'?
The heritage footwear brand Russell & Bromley, long favoured by the Princess of Wales, has been rescued by Next for £2.5m. This raises questions about the enduring power of royal endorsements in today's challenging retail landscape.
M&S Coffee Beats Nescafé in Taste Test
Marks & Spencer's Gold Instant Coffee has outperformed Nescafé and other major brands in a Which? taste test, scoring 70% and earning Best Buy status.
Coffee Chain Bans Customer Tips in Lancashire
Lancashire-based Ninja Coffee has implemented a no-tipping policy across its branches, explaining the decision aims to reduce administrative work and focus on customer service.
H-E-B Named Best US Grocer in New Industry Report
Texas-based H-E-B has been ranked the top US grocery retailer for the fifth time in nine years, with regional chains occupying the top three spots for the first time ever.
Sainsbury's Butter Tops Taste Test, Anchor Fails
Food writer Emma Henderson taste-tested 13 butter brands including Anchor, Tesco, Sainsbury's and M&S. Sainsbury's Taste the Difference West Country farmhouse butter won with perfect score while Anchor ranked last.
2026 Interior Trends: Personality Over Perfection
Discover the 2026 interior design trends shifting from stark perfection to lived-in warmth. Key themes include mismatched ceramics, coloured glass, retro curves, and kitchens as social spaces.
US Tourists Make Costco Pilgrimages Abroad for Hot Dogs
American travellers are adding Costco warehouses to their international itineraries, comparing hot dogs and seeking familiar comforts in stores from Japan to France.
B&M's Second Profit Warning After Price Cuts
Discount retailer B&M has issued its second profit warning in three months, slashing prices to clear stock and revising its annual forecast down to £440-475m.
Claudia Winkleman's £65 Cleanser Now £30 in Bundle
Shoppers can save over 50% on Claudia Winkleman's favourite Eve Lom cleanser, normally £65, now just £30 in a discounted Space NK skincare gift set.
Regatta's £160 Jacket Reduced to £54 with Double Discount
Dog walkers and outdoor enthusiasts are praising Regatta's Marron Waterproof Insulated Jacket, now available for just £54.40 when stacking discount codes. Originally priced at £160, this stylish and practical coat offers complete waterproof protection wit
B&M Profit Warning Amid 'Back to Basics' Plan Struggles
Discount retailer B&M issues third profit warning since October, with shares dropping 5% as price cuts fail to attract sufficient customers. UK like-for-like sales fell 0.6% in key quarter.
Jamaican Rum's Funk Renaissance Outshines Spiced Trends
Traditional Jamaican rum distilleries like Hampden Estate are experiencing a renaissance, emphasising local terroir and funky flavours over generic spiced rums popular in the UK.
McDonald's Fans Furious Over £2 Hash Brown Price
McDonald's customers are outraged after a viral social media post revealed a hash brown priced at £1.99, sparking widespread complaints about rising fast-food costs.
Tesco Clubcard: 5,000 Bonus Virgin Points Deadline Sunday
Tesco Clubcard holders can earn 5,000 bonus Virgin Points by signing up for auto-exchange before Sunday, 25 January 2026. Points unlock travel experiences with Virgin brands.
New Pepsi Max Tropical Flavour Hits Home Bargains Shelves
Shoppers are flocking to Home Bargains stores nationwide to purchase the newly available Pepsi Max Tropical flavour, priced at just £1.99 per bottle, with many expressing excitement online.
Wickes Sales Surge as Prices Fall, Shares Rally
Home improvement retailer Wickes reports robust sales growth driven by falling prices, with revenues up 6.3% and shares climbing 3.7% on Thursday morning.
Supermarkets Investigate Food Waste Allegations
Three major UK supermarkets, Waitrose, Lidl, and M&S, are investigating allegations of excessive food waste raised by an activist known as the 'Food Waste Inspector.' The claims involve in-date, edible food being discarded, with calls for donation to food
Aldi's £44.99 Cyclonic Vacuum Back in Stores Today
Aldi's popular cyclonic cordless vacuum cleaner is back on shelves today at just £44.99, part of a new Big Clean range including window and portable vacuums, but stock is expected to sell out fast.
Wetherspoon Boss Warns of Pub Closures Despite Rates Relief
JD Wetherspoon chairman Tim Martin warns pubs face unfair tax competition with supermarkets, as Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares a £300m business rates package for the sector.
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