Optimism Rising Post-Budget, Says Paragon Chief
Paragon Bank CEO Nigel Terrington reports growing optimism in UK markets after disruptive tax speculation, with commercial lending surging 17.6% to nearly £300m in Q1.
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Sony & Nintendo February 2026 Showcase Rumours
Industry insiders suggest Sony will host a State of Play in February 2026, potentially alongside a Nintendo Direct. Rumours point to reveals for God of War spin-offs and PlayStation exclusives.
£300m Support Package for Pubs Amid Rates Hike
The Treasury is set to announce a £300 million support package specifically for British pubs to help them cope with a massive spike in business rates, while other hospitality sectors may miss out.
HMRC Alert: 3.3M Taxpayers Risk £100 Fine
HMRC warns 3.3 million self-assessment taxpayers to submit returns by Saturday's deadline or face automatic £100 fines and escalating penalties.
Osborne Firm Pays £1m Despite Losses
George Osborne's family wallpaper company paid nearly £1m to directors while posting £473k losses, with sales hit by Trump tariffs and tax payments plummeting.
BlueCrest's £200m Tax Fight Hits Supreme Court
Michael Platt's hedge fund BlueCrest Capital faces HMRC at the Supreme Court in a landmark case over whether LLP members are 'disguised employees' for tax purposes, with £200m at stake.
Dr Martens Shares Slump 13% After Sales Drop
Dr Martens shares fell 13% after reporting a 2.7% revenue decline in the golden quarter, driven by weak direct-to-consumer sales in Europe and Asia.
Rokos Hires Deutsche Bank's Hsaini as Head of Quantitative Investing
Rokos Capital Management has hired Deutsche Bank's Karim Hsaini as its new Head of Quantitative Investing, marking a strategic move to enhance its quantitative strategies in the competitive hedge fund landscape.
McDermott's London Revenue Jumps 53% After Merger
McDermott International's London office reports a 53% revenue surge to $1.2 billion following its merger with CB&I, driven by major energy projects.
Sainsbury's Rolls Out Facial Recognition in London
Sainsbury's is installing facial recognition cameras in five London stores following trials that saw theft and aggression incidents plummet by 46%.
Britney Spears Fantasy Perfume £10 at Boots
Boots has cut the price of Britney Spears' iconic Fantasy perfume from £30 to £10 in a limited-time flash sale. Fans praise its sweet, playful scent and impressive longevity.
Katie Price Defends Husband Over AI and Career Fraud Claims
Katie Price has publicly supported her new husband, Lee Andrews, following allegations he fabricated his business and career using AI, as she declares unconditional love.
Cruel Workplace Jibe at Pregnant Woman: 'Keep Your Legs Shut'
A woman shares her painful experience of workplace insensitivity during a high-risk pregnancy, highlighting the need for compassion and support for expectant mothers.
CTEK MXS 5.0 Charger: 22% Off on Amazon
The CTEK MXS 5.0, a top-rated battery charger for car collectors, is now available at a 22% discount on Amazon, bringing the price down to £74.34.
KINZ Lebanese Restaurant Opens in Notting Hill
KINZ, a new all-day Lebanese restaurant, launches in Notting Hill Gate this April inside a beautifully restored 1930s Lloyds Bank building, featuring family recipes and modern dishes.
Heated Blanket Half Price on Amazon - Under £30
A Slumberdown heated blanket is available for less than half price on Amazon, priced at just £26.50. The fleece blanket features 10 heat settings, is energy efficient, and comes with a two-year warranty.
Bridgerton Events in London Before Season 4 Release
Discover exclusive Bridgerton-themed experiences in London, from candlelit concerts to regency walking tours, as fans await the Netflix season 4 premiere.
Reeves' £300m Pub Support Excludes Hotels, Restaurants
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces £300m support for pubs facing business rate hikes, but hotels and restaurants miss out, sparking industry backlash.
DWS Graduate Hires Hit Record in London
Asset manager DWS has increased its graduate intake in London to a new record, focusing on technology and sustainability roles amid competitive hiring.
London Bridgerton Filming Locations Tour Guide
Explore the iconic London filming locations featured across Netflix's Bridgerton series, from Greenwich's Rangers House to Hounslow's Osterley Park, as season four premieres.
Brand Beckham's Resilience in Family Scandal
Experts analyse how David and Victoria Beckham's strategic silence and decades of brand-building are protecting their empire from Brooklyn's explosive allegations.
Nintendo Switch Online Leak Spots GameCube Classics
A Walmart promotional image appears to confirm Metroid Prime 2: Echoes and Pikmin 2 are joining Nintendo Switch Online's GameCube library soon, ahead of any official announcement.
Scotland-France Ferry: £3.5bn Rosyth-Dunkirk Route
A new £3.5bn ferry service connecting Scotland and France could launch this year, with DFDS operating three weekly return trips on the 20-hour Rosyth-Dunkirk route.
Just Eat AI Assistant Fights Menu Anxiety
Just Eat introduces an AI voice assistant in its UK app to help customers overcome choice overload by providing personalised food recommendations through conversational interaction.
Wealthy Londoners Choose Renting Over Buying in 2026
In 2026, affluent Londoners are increasingly renting luxury homes, prioritising flexibility, sustainability, and wellness over ownership, reshaping the super-prime rental market.
London Named Europe's Top Wellness City
London has been ranked as Europe's premier wellness city, outperforming Vienna, Lisbon and Helsinki thanks to exceptional access to healthy food and diverse wellbeing activities.
HSBC Lifts FTSE 100 Ahead of Bank Earnings Season
HSBC shares hit record highs, helping the FTSE 100 stay positive despite mining sector losses. Banking giants rally as earnings season approaches.
Ground Rent Capped at £250 in Leasehold Reform
The Government announces sweeping leasehold reforms in England and Wales, capping ground rents at £250 annually and banning new leasehold flats to empower homeowners.
Revolution Bars Faces Administration, High Street Icon at Risk
Revolution Bars Group enters administration, jeopardising its 62 venues. Parent company Revel Collective cites economic pressures and budget policies as key factors in financial collapse.
Hastings: Seaside Town 90 Minutes from London
The historic seaside town of Hastings in East Sussex offers magnificent coastal views, a medieval castle, and charming streets just 1.5 hours from London by train.
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