37 h. ago Profits surge at Royal Mail’s parent company after £3.6bn takeover by foreign owner – business live

Royal Mail returns to an underlying annual profit for the first time in three years despite a “competitive and challenging” backdropRoyal Mail’s parent company has posted a surge in profits, in its first financial results since being taken over by Czech billionaire Daniel Křetínský.International Distribution Services (IDS) has reported that pre-tax profits jumped to £429m in the year to 30 March 2025, up from £114m the previous year.“It has been a year of change for IDS. Thanks to the hard work of our people and our investment in transformation, Royal Mail returned to profit for the first time in three years, marking an important milestone in the company’s turnaround.With IDS’s acquisition by EP Group complete and Universal Service reform decided now is the time for us to drive the business forward and capitalise on our momentum.This is in line with guidance and was achieved despite an increasingly competitive and challenging trading environment. Continue reading...

Economics

6 d. ago Postal services that suspended US shipments need time to prepare for new tariffs, UN agency says

The United Nations agency that coordinates international mail deliveries says it's working to get small parcels dispatched to the United States again by resolving confusion over the pending elimination of a U.S. tariff exemption

Economics

6 d. ago Suspect in murder of Reggie Carroll was reportedly fellow comedian’s security guard

Carroll had recently toured with standup Katt Williams when he was shot and killed in Southaven, MississippiThe suspect in the recent deadly shooting of US comedian Reggie Carroll reportedly had been working as security for fellow standup comic Katt Williams, with whom the slain entertainer had toured.Tranell Marquise Williams, the man suspected of murdering Carroll on 20 August in Southaven, Mississippi, had also been on the tour in question providing his services at the time of his arrest, according to the news outlet WHBQ. Continue reading...

Events

7 d. ago Former Tory veterans minister Johnny Mercer suing the MoD over hearing loss 'sustained during his time in the services'

The former MP, 44, has said his claim is 'progressing nicely' after he was refused compensation by the MoD's own Armed Forces Compensation Scheme.

Politics

8 d. ago Chipotle announces changes to delivery service for certain customers

The goal of the new service is to make ‘convenient deliveries that save customers' time,’ according to Chipotle

Economics

8 d. ago MoD worker sues after colleagues fail to give him 'good luck card' when leaving his job

The hearing, held in Cambridge, heard James Eyles began working for the MoD in March 2020, managing their accommodation stores at Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe.

Events

9 d. ago Amazon users warned streaming service is ending next week – how to keep watching

Amazon is shutting down its free, ad-supported service Freevee in just seven days time, but has reassured viewers they can still watch the content

Events

1 week ago Jobs going on UK's most remote inhabited island with £41k salary offered

Fair Isle, which is located between the Shetland and Orkney mainlands in Scotland, is looking for a healthcare professional to provide a full-time service to its residents, and proud locals say it's a 'wonderful opportunity'

Economics

1 week ago This controversial London pub chain has introduced a service charge for ordering at the bar

This controversial London pub chain has introduced a service charge for ordering at the bar  Time Out Worldwide

Politics

1 week ago UK inflation rises again in new misery for households as costs rise

Inflation shows how the price of goods and services have changed over time with new data published every month by the Office for National Statistics.

Economics

2 w. ago UK's most remote island with 50 residents needs a nurse and the perks might be worth it

Fair Isle, a tiny island which lies halfway between the Shetland and Orkney has only 50 residents but the new nurse will also be tasked with providing a full-time nursing service for the island's resident population, as well as visiting tourists

Politics

2 w. ago This beachy English seaside town is getting a new direct train service from London

This beachy English seaside town is getting a new direct train service from London  Time Out Worldwide

Politics

2 w. ago Russian hackers seized control of Norwegian dam, spy chief says

Beate Gangås says attack in April by Norway’s ‘dangerous neighbour’ aimed to cause fear and chaosEurope live – latest updatesRussian hackers took control of a Norwegian dam this year, opening a floodgate and allowing water to flow unnoticed for four hours, Norway’s intelligence service has said.The admission, by the Norwegian Police Security Service (PST), marks the first time that Oslo has formally attributed the cyber-attack in April on Bremanger, western Norway, to Moscow. Continue reading...

Politics

3 w. ago Petition launched against proposed changes to Helensburgh Fire Station staffing levels

Plans by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service would see Helensburgh's full-time facility switch to a "day crewing" model.

Events

3 w. ago M&S resumes popular service for first time in over 3 months after major cyber hacking

The high street giant is returning to normal after it was crippled by hackers in April.

Technology

3 w. ago GB News cuts deal to stream on Donald Trump's own app alongside wild conspiracy shows

Among the most watched documentaries on Donald Trump's Truth+ streaming service are ""Illuminati", "Lizard People: Rulers of time and Space". GB News joins the platform from today

Politics

4 w. ago BMW's Proactive Care aims to save drivers 565 hours on car admin

Drivers spend on average a full day each year thinking about service schedules - time that could be better spent doing or thinking about other thing

Transport