PayPal has filed for a US banking licence, aiming to boost small business lending. The move follows Trump's deregulatory reforms, attracting UK fintechs like Revolut and Starling to also eye the American market.
BNP Paribas is aggressively expanding its corporate finance teams in London and New York, hiring over 30 bankers. This strategic move signals a major bet on a rebound in global M&A and equity markets. Discover the bank's ambitious growth plans.
Three tourists have died and one is missing after a huge wave swept them from a natural pool in Tenerife. Emergency services continue search efforts.
Discover B Bakery, a family-run Ukrainian food truck in Canary Wharf serving massive savoury croissants, traditional desserts, and community spirit, all with prices starting under £10.
Deutsche Bank secures a major 250,000 sq ft lease in Canary Wharf's YY building, signalling a strong revival for the Docklands office market. Read the full details of this landmark deal.
A new report reveals Heathrow's third runway would push London's aviation emissions over its 2030 climate limit. Campaigners urge the Mayor to take a stand. Read the full analysis.
FIFA's Arsene Wenger insists expanding the World Cup to 48 teams is the correct move, citing reduced quality gaps and youth development. Discover the full story.
Payments giant Visa is relocating its European headquarters to Canary Wharf, joining a wave of financial firms investing in the resurgent London district. Read the full story.
The viral fried chicken chain Dave's Hot Chicken is opening its third London location in Croydon on 16 December 2025. Discover the details of the new opening and why Time Out's food editor rates the chicken.
Global sports agency 54, famed for creating LIV Golf, has acquired Sportgate International, organiser of Polo In The Park. The deal aims to modernise and expand polo globally, targeting the Middle East and Far East. Read the exclusive details.
American fast food chain Dave's Hot Chicken is opening its first South London restaurant in Croydon on December 16, part of a major UK expansion. Discover the menu and why fried chicken is booming.
JD Wetherspoon has appealed to open a new 320-capacity pub at 11 The Strand, next to Charing Cross station. The plan, previously rejected, was granted appeal in June 2025.
Norman Foster's colossal new HQ for JP Morgan, using steel to wrap the world twice, dominates Manhattan. Is this steroidal architecture coming to London next?
Croydon is set to welcome a grand new Wetherspoons pub in a Grade II listed 1760s building just in time for Christmas. Discover the details of this major expansion.
TfL has issued nearly 1.5 million ULEZ PCN fines in 2025, generating over £267 million. See how this compares to previous years' penalty figures.
Gail's Bakery announces a major UK expansion, opening 40 new sites by February 2026 after creating nearly 500 jobs. The £500m-valued chain sees revenue surge to £278m.
Gail's Bakery announces major expansion with 40 new outlets planned after retail sales jumped 23%. Discover how the upmarket chain is growing despite rising costs.
Explore Tenerife's lesser-known treasures from pristine beaches to authentic villages. Local experts reveal hidden spots perfect for winter sun escapes without the crowds.
JP Morgan Chase announces a massive 3 million sq ft tower in Canary Wharf, set to become Britain's biggest office block and house 12,000 workers. Discover how this £1bn economic boost will reshape London's skyline.
Discover why fried chicken chains are rapidly expanding across the UK, driven by affordability and social media trends. Explore the economic factors behind this culinary phenomenon.
JPMorgan Chase unveils a landmark £10bn London office tower in Canary Wharf with double The Shard's floor space, signalling a major boost for the UK economy.
JP Morgan commits to a new £3bn Canary Wharf headquarters after UK government assurances on pro-business policies. The project promises major economic benefits for London.
A major sea and air search is underway for a tourist who fell from the Marella Explorer 2 cruise ship north of Tenerife. Spanish authorities are leading the rescue operation.
British Airways announces new direct flights from London Heathrow to Tivat, Montenegro and Guernsey starting May 2026, expanding its short-haul network to nearly 100 routes.
US law firm Simpson Thacher announces significant London office expansion following aggressive hiring campaign. The firm continues its strategic growth in the UK legal market.
JP Morgan unveils a new £3bn Canary Wharf headquarters as Goldman Sachs expands in Birmingham, signalling a major vote of confidence in the UK economy. Discover the details.
Goldman Sachs announces major expansion of its Birmingham office, creating 500 new roles in the UK's second city. Discover how this investment boosts regional employment.
Hotel billionaire Surinder Arora pledges to recalibrate his Heathrow West proposal after government backs HAL's £49bn third runway plan. Will competition drive better value?
Residents in Harmondsworth and Longford face losing their homes to Heathrow's £33bn third runway. Ministers back the plan, leaving a community in limbo. Read their story.
American financial giant StoneX launches ambitious London expansion targeting mid-sized hedge funds with prime brokerage services. Discover how this move shakes up the City.