Housebuilder Barratt Redrow reports a 13.6% fall in half-year profits to £199.9 million, citing the late autumn Budget and low consumer confidence as key factors affecting the housing market.
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Heathrow Airport's CEO warns capacity constraints threaten its status as Europe's busiest airport, making third runway expansion critical for UK growth.
Manchester-based consumer goods firm PZ Cussons reported a 9.5% revenue increase, with growth across its ten largest brands despite challenges for its St Tropez self-tanning label.
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Commonwealth Bank of Australia has announced a significant surge in profits, leading to a major share buyback program and a rise in share prices.
Heineken plans to reduce its workforce by up to 6,000 positions over two years, citing weak beer demand, health trends, and economic pressures. The brewer also revised its 2026 profit growth forecast downward.
New FCA rules promise better protection for buy now pay later users, including clearer terms and affordability checks, as the sector faces regulation from July.
South Korea's Bithumb accidentally gave away $40bn in Bitcoin due to system flaws, causing a 17% price drop and prompting urgent regulatory reviews.
Housebuilder Barratt Redrow reports a 13.6% decline in pre-tax profits to £199.9 million for the six months to December, citing subdued buyer confidence and uncertainty from the late autumn Budget.
European airports and airlines warn that the EU's Entry-Exit System could cause waits of up to four hours at passport control for British travellers during peak summer months.
Elon Musk reveals his radical hiring method, ignoring CVs to focus on a 20-minute conversation and 'goodness of heart' for assessing job candidates at Tesla and SpaceX.
The Financial Conduct Authority confirms new Buy Now Pay Later rules from 15 July 2026, introducing mandatory affordability checks and stronger consumer protections for services like Klarna and Clearpay.
Savannah Nicholson purchased Yves Saint Laurent earrings for just £3.75 at a charity shop, later discovering they are valued at over £700 online, sparking viral attention and debate.
Award-winning family builder Novati Constructions enters administration, joining over 5,000 construction firm collapses in two years, sparking mental health concerns.
A young British expat in Spain shared her electricity bill online, sparking widespread debate as many UK residents found the amount surprisingly low compared to domestic rates.
Russia faces an acute shortage of 2.3 million workers exacerbated by its war in Ukraine, leading to a dramatic surge in work permits for Indian nationals as traditional Central Asian sources dwindle.
A formal complaint has been filed with the CFTC after Cardi B's ambiguous Super Bowl halftime appearance caused prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket to settle millions in wagers differently.
Taino Lopez, known as Tai, faces SEC lawsuit alleging he ran a $112 million Ponzi scheme through his company REV, targeting small investors with promises of high returns from struggling retail brands.
Residents of One Hyde Park won a £35m case over defective pipework, highlighting a nationwide construction quality crisis affecting all social tiers.
A winter safari weekend at Fritton Lake in Norfolk offers visitors a unique chance to explore rewilding efforts, with guided tours showcasing local wildlife and conservation initiatives in the scenic landscape.
Discover seven expert strategies to navigate the UK car breakdown cover market, ensuring you get comprehensive protection at the most competitive price possible.
The family of Mohammad Arshad, who died while working on a Saudi World Cup construction project, has been waiting over a year for promised compensation, highlighting ongoing labour rights concerns.