5 h. ago Ayrshire businessman forced to close store due to rising costs as he calls for more support for small firms

Oakholme Interiors in Ayr is closing its store from the end of the month but will remain open online.

Economics

20 h. ago My size 9 feet made me feel like a freak... until I discovered the shocking reason why shoes don't fit if you have larger feet

Do you have these in a 42?' Is it my imagination or is the assistant rolling her eyes. 'We don't have capacity to carry every size in store,' she says, 'Have you tried online?'

Events

3 d. ago Apple removes advanced data protection tool in face of UK government request

Apple says removal of tool after government asked for right to see data will make iCloud users more vulnerableBusiness live – latest updatesApple has taken the unprecedented step of removing its strongest data security tool from customers in the UK, after the government demanded “backdoor” access to user data.UK users will no longer have access to the advanced data protection (ADP) tool, which uses end-to-end encryption to allow only account holders to view items such as photos or documents they have stored online in the iCloud storage service. Continue reading...

Politics

3 d. ago Apple removes advanced data protection tool after UK government request

Users will now be more vulnerable to data breaches from bad actors, Apple says, after Home Office orderBusiness live – latest updatesApple has taken the unprecedented step of removing its strongest data security tool from customers in the UK, after the government demanded “backdoor” access to user data.UK users will no longer have access to the advanced data protection (ADP) tool, which uses end-to-end encryption to allow only account holders to view items such as photos or documents they have stored online in the iCloud storage service. UK users will now be more vulnerable to data breaches from bad actors, and other threats to customer privacy, Apple said. It will also mean that all data is accessible by Apple, which can share it with law enforcement if they have a warrant. Continue reading...

Politics

3 d. ago Best Prosecco brands to buy in the UK from supermarkets and online stores

The bottles to pour at your next party

Economics

4 d. ago The Boots sale just got even better, with up to 90% off – here are the deals you need to know

With impressive in-store and online deals, you can save on Nars, Drunk Elephant, Oral-B and more

Economics

5 d. ago The Boots sale just got better, with up to 90% off – here’s what to know

With impressive in-store and online deals, you can save on Nars, Drunk Elephant, Oral-B and more

Politics

5 d. ago Historic UK high street brand to disappear for good as final store set to close

Beales has been a mainstay on the UK high street for around 144 years, but its final store will now close in just months with a huge sale launched both in-store and online

Events

6 d. ago Stylish Ninja kettle and toaster set 'worth every penny' is now £50 off

The Ninja Stainless Steel Kettle and Toaster set is currently reduced by £50 but only if you buy it from the Ninja online store

Economics

7 d. ago Shop the best of fashion, home and beauty with these Debenhams deals and discounts

There are some incredible bargains to be had in the online department store’s sale

Economics