John Lewis has reported a sharp rise in losses for the first half of the year, with figures nearly tripling to £88 million, driven by soaring costs linked to new waste packaging rules and higher National Insurance Contributions (NICs). The employee-owned retailer, which operates John Lewis department stores and Waitrose supermarkets, revealed that losses before …
Prince Harry has made a personal donation of £1.1 million to BBC Children in Need to help young people affected by violence, with a focus on combating knife crime. The Duke of Sussex announced the contribution during a visit to the Community Recording Studio in Nottingham on Tuesday. Unlike many of his philanthropic efforts, the …
Harry Styles is under fire from neighbours after unveiling plans to merge several of his luxury Hampstead properties into one massive north London mega-mansion. The 31-year-old pop star, who first bought a home in the exclusive area for £8.8 million in April 2019 and later acquired the adjoining house for £4.175 million, has submitted a …
Paris Jackson has strongly criticized the upcoming biopic Michael, based on the life of her father, pop legend Michael Jackson. The 27-year-old singer and actress clarified that she had “zero percent involvement” in the project, dismissing claims that she supported the film and accusing it of presenting a distorted, “sugar-coated” version of events. Her comments …
Britain’s long-term borrowing costs have climbed to levels not seen in nearly three decades, intensifying the pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves as she prepares for the upcoming Budget. The yield on 30-year government bonds surged to 5.698% on Tuesday, later closing at 5.72%. The spike makes it costlier for the government to finance its debt …
Coldplay have been forced to reschedule the last two shows of their record-breaking Wembley Stadium run due to strike action on the London Underground. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Coldplay (@coldplay) The band, currently on their eco-conscious Music Of The Spheres world tour, announced that planned Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) …
From the timeless magic of Disneyland Paris to Universal’s bold new venture in Bedford, England, Matthew Miller reveals how Europe is becoming the world’s most exciting stage for innovation, imagination and the future of themed entertainment. When Disneyland Paris opened in 1992, it was dismissed by skeptics as a gamble in the heart of Europe. …
Economists have warned that Britain’s public finances remain in a “chronically weak” state as Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares for potential tax rises later this year. Since April, public sector borrowing has reached £60bn—£6.7bn higher than at the same point last year—according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). While July’s borrowing stood at just £1.1bn, …
British entrepreneur Omar Tinsley has condemned what he describes as a “puppy death camp” after visiting MBR Acres, a Cambridge-based facility that breeds and kills beagle puppies for use in animal testing. Tinsley says seeing the facility in person left him shocked and determined to speak out.“Seeing it with my own eyes made it undeniable. …
Artificial intelligence start-up Perplexity has shocked the tech industry by making a $34.5 billion (£25.6bn) takeover offer for Google’s Chrome browser — a platform with over three billion users worldwide. In a letter to Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, Perplexity said transferring Chrome to an independent operator committed to user safety would benefit the public. The …
Paul Nam is not just one of Canada’s Top Fitness Trainers, he’s a visionary entrepreneur, an award-winning studio owner, a published author, and a global fitness educator. As the driving force behind TheWorkoutLoft and NutriLoftFit, Paul has spent over two decades transforming bodies, minds, and lives through a blend of science, discipline, and passion. His …
Sophie Turner isn’t here for the mum-shaming. The 29-year-old Game of Thrones star, who shares daughters Willa, 4, and Delphine, 2, with ex-husband Joe Jonas, recently attended Oasis’ reunion tour at Wembley Stadium — and posted a few snapshots of the night. “Bucket hats & beers… That’ll do me. Thank you @levis,” she wrote alongside …
NYC-based multidisciplinary artist ELFI was among the guests at the premiere of STAN, Eminem’s highly anticipated project, held this week in New York City. Known for her work as a singer, songwriter, and painter, ELFI @elfimusic has been steadily building a reputation for blending music and visual art into a cohesive creative identity. Her artistry …
In the dynamic and often-unpredictable world of the internet, a new kind of celebrity is emerging, one who builds an empire on their own terms, challenges traditional boundaries, and leverages every platform to their advantage. Based in Poland, Sofiia Rivers is one of these trailblazers. While she has cultivated a significant and loyal following through …
