3 h. ago EA FC 25 Ultimate Team Store update is fantastic – and it's perfect for the TOTS promo

EA Sports has made a small but impactful update to the EA FC 25 Ultimate Team Store, helping players save time when opening packs.

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3 d. ago Morrisons makes change at all supermarkets for autistic shoppers

The update is being rolled out at all stores before May

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6 d. ago Ineos' Manchester United transfer strategy could put at risk club's incredible 'unrivalled record'

Man Utd could see a big number of academy graduates leave the club this summer as they plan an overhaul of Ruben Amorim's squad.

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2 w. ago Lloyds Bank: UK firm shifts to online banking strategy, jobs at risk

The bank is transforming its workforce to embrace digital banking 💻

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2 w. ago Kim's disgusted at Kanye's Diddy and North West act. But she made a terrible mistake

The unwelcome dilemma facing Kim Kardashian if she moves to take full custody of the children she has with rapper Kanye West after he released a controversial single.

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2 w. ago Russia accused of arson attacks on Ikea store; European leaders question whether Moscow wants Ukraine ceasefire – Europe live

Lithuania says Russia was behind arson of Vilnius Ikea store in 2024; EU foreign policy chief questions Putin’s motivesThe Lithuanian prosecutor general has said that Russian military intelligence was behind the arson of an Ikea store in Vilnius in 2024.In an update into its investigation (in Lithuanian), the authorities said the main suspect engaged with Russian military and security services and accepted payment for plans to attack shopping centres in Lithuania and Latvia to “intimidate the societies of both countries” in a bid to stop their support for Ukraine. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Major update to card payments could change way all shoppers pay in stores

The contactless limit is currently set at £100 but the financial regulator is considering increasing this, or removing this limit entirely - we explain how this would work

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3 w. ago Poundland news: is iconic pound bargains shop closing down as brand for sale

The firm could be on the brink of change as it explores its future in a tough retail climate 🏬

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3 w. ago Poundland sale update as 'stores at risk' following 'strategic options' bombshell

The budget retailer is said to have hired advisory firm Teneo to oversee a sale of the business. A number of Poundland stores could end up closing if the chain is sold, according to reports

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3 w. ago Debenhams shares major update on whether it will reopen UK high street stores

The high street department store chain was bought by Boohoo back in 2022, and this week, the company announced that it would be taking on the name and will be known as the Debenhams Group going forward

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4 w. ago European Central Bank cuts interest rates again, by quarter point – business live

Dollar slides after US president exempts carmakers from 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico; euro and sterling reverse earlier gainsThe eurozone saw the biggest slump in construction in three months in February, according to a separate survey.There was a marked reduction in new orders while cost pressures eased, according to a monthly report from Hamburg Commercial Bank.Unpleasant signals come from the Eurozone construction sector as the HCOB eurozone construction PMI in February shows deepening weakness that does not seem likely to fade soon. The recession now encompasses all three major Eurozone economies: Germany, France, and Italy.Although the ECB, particularly executive board member Isabel Schnabel, has signalled a pause in the rate-cutting phase to await further dynamics, the construction sector makes it clear that a delay in rate cuts in interest-sensitive areas can be fatal.Sharply declining order books rippled through the UK construction sector in February, which led to accele...

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4 w. ago Poundland put up for sale after sales slump in 'challenging' conditions for high street

Owner Pepco said Budget tax hikes have put extra pressure on the ailing chain

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4 w. ago Poundland news: sale of UK pound bargains firm explored as Pepco faces uncertainty

Britain’s biggest pound shop chain could be set for a shake-up 🤔

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4 w. ago UK construction in biggest downturn since 2020; recruiters warn of tough business conditions – business live

Dollar slides after US president exempts carmakers from 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico; euro and sterling reverse earlier gainsThe eurozone saw the biggest slump in construction in three months in February, according to a separate survey.There was a marked reduction in new orders while cost pressures eased, according to a monthly report from Hamburg Commercial Bank.Unpleasant signals come from the Eurozone construction sector as the HCOB eurozone construction PMI in February shows deepening weakness that does not seem likely to fade soon. The recession now encompasses all three major Eurozone economies: Germany, France, and Italy.Although the ECB, particularly executive board member Isabel Schnabel, has signalled a pause in the rate-cutting phase to await further dynamics, the construction sector makes it clear that a delay in rate cuts in interest-sensitive areas can be fatal.Sharply declining order books rippled through the UK construction sector in February, which led to accele...

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4 w. ago Pound rises above $1.29 as Trump fears hit dollar; Poundland chain up for sale – business live

Dollar slides after US president exempts carmakers from 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico; euro and sterling hit four-month highsThe British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is predicting “a long and challenging year for UK businesses”. It has become more gloomy about the growth outlook for the UK and said firms will struggle to invest as they deal with a raft of rising cost pressures.This is going to be a long and challenging year for UK businesses. The BCC’s forecast shows an economy struggling without the secure foundations to kickstart business investment.Inflation will continue to be stubborn this year forcing the Bank of England to keep interest rates relatively high. Global uncertainties will add further dark clouds to the economic climate. Continue reading...

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4 w. ago Poundland up for possible sale as soaring wage costs add to trading woes

Pepco Group said it was considering ‘all strategic options’ to spin out the struggling 825-strong Poundland chain, including a sale.

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4 w. ago Poundland put up sale after sales slump in "challenging" conditions for high street

Owner Pepco said Budget tax hikes have put extra pressure on the ailing chain

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last month GTA 5 Enhanced update faces delays on Epic Games Store as some players report issues

Users of the PC gaming store are encountering errors or being told to buy the game despite owning it

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last month Greggs gives major update on new store openings after hiking price of sausage rolls

In its latest financial results, the bakery chain confirmed it opened a record 226 new shops in 2024 with 28 closures and 53 relocations

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