5 h. ago ‘Still some fuel in the tank’: the perks and perils of launching a business after 60

Growing numbers of older people are creating enterprises in everything from baking to biodiversity – but does the freedom make up for the graft?Kari Johnston felt ready to retire after 45 years in nursing when, at 63 years old, she decided to launch her own business – a professional decluttering and organising service.She had read about decluttering and, fascinated, quickly created a website and advertised. Her first clients were friends. Three-and-a-half years later, Johnston, from St Monans in Fife, is now fully retired from nursing, and feels delighted with the success of her new venture. Continue reading...

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51 h. ago Khloe Kardashian makes protein her business with new popcorn brand launch

A-lister Khloe Kardashian and her mum Kris Jenner are the latest celebrities seeking to monetise on the growing consumer appetite for protein-rich foods, fuelled by Instagram and TikTok creators

Economics

6 d. ago Olivia Attwood's fashion brand at risk of being struck off as clothing prices are slashed by 90%

The TV personality, 33, launched online fashion business, We Are Foolish, in November 2021, with a star-studded party attended by a host of showbiz pals.

Economics

6 d. ago Netflix's Cheat: Unfinished Business reunites Love Island exes as fans spot familiar faces

Amanda Holden hosts the new reality TV show Cheat: Unfinished Business which launches on Netflix next week and it's set to feature a former couple who met on Love Island

Society

6 d. ago Agilico empowers businesses to be sustainable with launch of new carbon avoidance calculator

Workplace technology leader Agilico will launch a carbon footprint calculator, a tool designed to help organisations to measure and reduce their print related carbon emissions.

Transport

8 d. ago Princess Madeleine of Sweden sparks comparisons to Meghan Markle as she opens up about launching her own business while in the royal family

The Swedish royal, 42, who is the youngest child of King Carl XVI Gustaf and his wife Queen Silvia , revealed last month she was launching a natural skincare line called MinLen.

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1 week ago Petrol and diesel drivers 'can improve fuel efficiency' with two refuelling tips

A TikTok user who posts about all things motoring has shared some handy tips that can help drivers of petrol and diesel vehicles get the most out of each tank of fuel

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1 week ago Harry and Meghan are in their ‘happy bubble’ with Archie and Lili, source says

The Sussexes enjoyed a trip to celebrate Meghan’s business launch as Harry expressed his pride in his wife, People magazine reported.

Politics

1 week ago Popular car mechanic says some drivers should use certain fuel to avoid damage

Scotty Kilmer is one of the most respected car mechanics on YouTube and his latest video has a warning for drivers of older cars - put more expensive fuel in the tank

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2 w. ago Amanda Holden stuns in red hot dress for new 'dream' Netflix series Cheat: Unfinished Business as the show's launch date is finally revealed

Amanda Holden exudes confidence as she poses in a red-hot dress for her new 'dream' Netflix series Cheat: Unfinished Business.

Culture

2 w. ago Teaching union votes to launch strike ballot if pay offer remains ‘unacceptable’

It comes after National Education Union teacher members in England suggested they would be willing to take action over pay.

Politics

2 w. ago Union to debate launching formal ballot for strike action over teachers’ pay

The majority of National Education Union (NEU) teacher members have said they would be willing to strike over the Government’s proposed 2.8% pay rise.

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2 w. ago Meghan's new podcast FLOPS as first episode fails to meet figures of her Archetypes show

Meghan Markle dropped the first episode of Confessions of a Female Founder on Tuesday, which sees her chat with women who launched their own businesses and brands.

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2 w. ago Ice cream man launches cold war against rival business in row over van pitch

Frank Cannata, 67, was booted out of his spot of 15 years in a park after a café owned by the local council installed its own ice cream machine - he is now giving away ice creams every weekend

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2 w. ago Meghan Markle reacts to Trump tariffs amid launch of her new business

The Duchess of Sussex’s business As Ever launched its first eight products last week

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3 w. ago Ayrshire housing association announces plan to invest £11m in home makeovers

Ayrshire’s leading social housing providers launched the detailed Business Plan of what they will deliver over the next five years

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3 w. ago Meghan Markle offers free gifts to As Ever customers who bought products after they’d sold out

As Ever products sold out only an hour after the business launched

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3 w. ago Meghan Markle gushes about the best business advice she has ever received following As Ever launch

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3 w. ago West Lothian man wakes to find his business in ruins after just a month

Rob, who launched his own business less than a month ago, woke in the early hours of Thursday morning to find his van on fire.

Politics

3 w. ago Meghan Markle's new 'As Ever' food range goes up against King Charles, as Duchess launches new online business

The Duchess of Sussex's As Ever product line has finally been released, with prices for the range of teas, flower sprinkles, cookie and crepe mixes, honey and raspberry spread now available

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