16 h. ago The ES Shopping Shortlist: What to shop, see and know in May 2025

The hot-off-the-press launches and shiny shopping newness to know this month

Economics

46 h. ago Starbucks says cutting shop staff in favour of automation has failed

Chief executive Brian Nicoll vows to ‘fundamentally change’ strategy in face of worse-than-expected resultsStarbucks is planning to hire more baristas, get them to work more hours at its coffee shops and roll back its embrace of automation, as the company’s new leadership battles to turn the chain around.Brian Niccol, who joined Starbucks as chief executive last September, has vowed to “fundamentally change” the company’s strategy in order to win back customers. Continue reading...

Events

3 w. ago Best affordable watch brands to shop in 2025: styles under £200

Time to save on your accessories spend

Economics

3 w. ago The 5 trends to shop this spring: bubblegum skirts, lace blouses and studded sandals for the heatwave

The key looks to know, and where to get them

Politics

3 w. ago Shop closures in April 2025: The names disappearing from high streets across Great Britain

More big-name brands are shutting their doors for good this month, continuing January, February and March’s exodus

Events

4 w. ago Store closures: major retail shops closing in April 2025 as high street struggles

High street retailers are facing tough times, with big names closing stores this month 🛍️

Politics

4 w. ago The ES Shopping Shortlist: What to shop, see and know in April 2025

The hot-off-the-press launches and shiny shopping newness to know this month

Economics