9 h. ago Evri’s DHL deal to create one of the UK’s largest delivery firms

The two operations will bring together more than 30,000 couriers and van drivers

Economics

13 h. ago Pawnbroker H&T snapped up by US firm in another loss for London Stock Exchange

Texas-based FirstCash is to buy the UK’s largest pawnbroker, which has more than 270 shops across England, Scotland and Wales.

Economics

4 d. ago Why did 30 Met officers kick the door down at a teenage tea and biscuits meeting in a Quaker house?

When six young women hired a room to discuss the war in Gaza, the gathering ended with 30 officers storming in to make arrestsWhen six young women gathered in central London to discuss the climate crisis and the war in Gaza, the setting could not have been more appropriate. The building in which they sat was a Quaker meeting house, the home of a movement whose centuries-long history is rooted in protest and a commitment to social justice. On the table were cups of jasmine tea, ginger biscuits and a selection of vegan cheese straws.But the events that brought this apparently convivial gathering to an abrupt end have sparked protests of a different kind and raised questions about how justice is administered by the UK’s largest and most embattled police force. Continue reading...

Society

5 d. ago Trump's message to Putin and Xi: Largest US Air Force 'elephant walk' in modern history as Russian and Chinese dictators show of unity to undermine West in Moscow

The procession at Kadena Air Force Base in Okinawa showcased some of the most capable assets that American aviation has to offer including two dozen F-35A Lightning II stealth fighters

Politics

5 d. ago Chinese troops march with Russian forces as Xi joins Putin for Victory Day parade

Moscow stages largest Victory Day parade since start of Ukraine war with Putin using celebrations to justify invasionRussian troops fighting in Ukraine marched together with Chinese forces on Moscow’s Red Square to mark the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany’s defeat, in a Victory Day celebration marked by greater spectacle than in recent years.After several scaled-back Victory Days – with reduced military displays and few foreign guests – Vladimir Putin on Friday addressed the largest parade since his 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine. “The Soviet Union took upon itself the most ferocious, merciless blows of the enemy,” the Russian president said of the victory over Nazi Germany, before turning to his invasion of Ukraine. Continue reading...

Politics

5 d. ago Donald Trump trade agreement with UK a 'great deal' for Scotland that will 'create jobs'

The Scotch whisky industry said the deal represented "welcome progress" to reduce tariffs on exports to the US.

Politics

5 d. ago Energy suppliers pay out £7m after overcharging 34,000 customers

Ofgem said the error affected more than 20,000 customers at the UK’s largest supplier Octopus Energy.

Economics

7 d. ago Five people break down their wellness budgets: ‘incredibly expensive and time

Groceries, fitness classes and therapy all go under the wide umbrella of health expenses – and it all costs moneyWhat does it take to be well? The answer varies from person to person. For some, it may require prescription medication and yoga classes; for others, it could be a vegetarian diet and regular doctor visits. One thing is certain: it costs money.Americans spend more than $6,000 (£4,500) per person a year on wellness, according to the Global Wellness Institute. This makes the US “the largest wellness economy by far”. In the UK, per capita average wellness spending is $3,342 (£2,505).$280 for employer-sponsored healthcare$80 on psychotherapy$10 on a prescription medication$360 on personal training$20 on my gym membership (discounted with the personal training), and $45 on a protein-powder subscriptionI’m also part of a run club and rec sports league, which have an upfront cost for multiple months, but combined are about $75 per month. It’s funny, I don’t consider myself very ...

Politics

7 d. ago Reform UK to be Scotland’s second largest party at Holyrood, poll suggests

The Survation survey suggests Nigel Farage’s party will beat the Tories and Labour to become the main opposition at the Scottish Parliament.

Politics

7 d. ago Keir Starmer hails India trade deal as a 'huge win for working people' at PMQs

Sir Keir used Prime Ministers Questions to taunt the Tories, saying the £5bn agreement was the largest made by the UK since Brexit.

Economics

7 d. ago Keir Starmer hails India trade deal as a 'huge win for working people' at PMQs as ministers insist tax agreement will NOT 'undercut' Brits

Sir Keir used Prime Ministers Questions to taunt the Tories, saying the £5bn agreement was the largest made by the UK since Brexit.

Economics

7 d. ago Danish firm shelves huge UK windfarm project over rising costs

Ørsted cancels fourth stage of Hornsea project off Yorkshire coast, which was expected to include 180 giant turbinesOne of the UK’s largest planned offshore windfarms has been cancelled by its developer, the Danish wind power company Ørsted, as a result of higher costs and greater risk.The fourth phase of the huge Hornsea windfarm development, located off the Yorkshire coast, was expected to include 180 giant turbines, capable of generating the equivalent of enough green electricity to power 1m homes. Continue reading...

Economics

8 d. ago Deliveroo sold to US rival for £2.9billion as food app could disappear from your phone

American firm DoorDash is set to takeover British food delivery giant Deliveroo in a deal with almost £3billion that will see the companies merge into one super firm operating in 40 countries

Economics

9 d. ago Swarm of earthquakes rocks Texas with largest nearly 4 magnitude

Texas experienced multiple earthquakes within three hours on Monday. The seismic activity started around 5:45am ET and hit the state's western region.

Events

9 d. ago Update on plans for Wales' largest new office with building work end date in sight

Thousands of staff at banking giant Lloyds are due to move into the building next year

Politics

1 week ago Russian drone attack injures 47 in Ukraine’s second largest city Kharkiv

Russia fired nearly 200 exploding drones and decoys overnight, Ukraine air force says

Events

1 week ago Inside the enchanted theme park that's 'cheaper' and 'quieter' than Disneyland

The Netherlands' largest theme park is largely unknown in the UK but those who visit say cheap entry and short ride times make it better than more popular counterparts.

Politics

1 week ago HSBC set to face pressure on climate commitments at shareholder meeting

The UK’s largest bank will be challenged to restate its commitment to net zero at its annual general meeting in London on Friday.

Events

1 week ago Manchester Marathon: Temperatures soar as record number complete 26.2 mile course

It was an unseasonably warm day in the North West on Sunday as 36,000 people contributed to the largest day of marathon running in UK history

Sport

1 week ago Israel declares state of emergency with 'largest ever' wildfires raging out of control towards Jerusalem

The Fire and Rescue Service's Jerusalem District commander said firefighters had a long way to go before they could contain the blazes.

Events