Accenture RBS 6 Nations app: Supporters reaping the benefit from rugby’s expanding digital revolution July 26, 2015 Technology gurus driving innovation which presents fans with new levels of interaction The explosion of social media in recent years has transformed human behaviour and interaction. Notably, it has changed the way we watch television, and live events. For many, it is no longer enough to be somewhere, watching something. It must be shared [...]
How City firms can improve on office strategy July 26, 2015 Most legal and financial workers think their wellbeing is ignored Much of the time, it’s the little things that matter the most – and this is particularly true in the workplace. We recently surveyed 2,443 UK service sector workers and found that many employees would benefit from small and simple changes in the strategy [...]
Too early to plan your winter ski holiday? Snow way! Guarantee the white stuff with a cross-country expedition to Norway July 26, 2015 I was here because of snow. Or rather, lack of it. Good snow was hard to score in the Alps last year, and when you’re looking for a reliable source of the white stuff, Norway can hook you up. In season, you can even ski on the outskirts of the capital. Where I was headed, [...]
48 hours in… Kenmare, Ireland July 26, 2015 WHERE TO STAY With its breathtaking views of Kenmare Bay, Sheen Falls Lodge effortlessly mixes quiet charm with modern luxury. The rooms are comfort personified with high ceilings and antique furnishings. Visit sheenfallslodge.ie WHERE TO GO Kenmare is home to some of the best walking trails in Ireland. You can easily spend a day larking across the [...]
Froome seals historic Tour de France win July 26, 2015 THE MENTAL fortitude and focus showcased by Britain’s Chris Froome throughout a turbulent and traumatic Tour de France makes him a “true champion”, according to Team Sky principal Sir Dave Brailsford. Froome, a winner in 2013, made history yesterday by becoming the first Briton to win the Tour twice after safely navigating the largely processional, [...]
Despondent Hamilton rubbishes performance despite boosting lead at championship helm July 26, 2015 Britain’s Lewis Hamilton was left wondering how he managed to extend his championship lead after an error-strewn performance saw him finish sixth at a dramatic Hungarian Grand Prix yesterday. Ferrari’s Sebastian Vettel took the chequered flag to secure his second win of the season ahead of Red Bull’s Daniil Kvyat, who recorded the first podium [...]
Wenger: New Walcott contract getting closer July 26, 2015 ARSENAL boss Arsene Wenger believes the Gunners are close to agreeing a contract extension with England forward Theo Walcott. Walcott, who has a year to run on his existing deal, bagged Arsenal’s second-half clincher as they defeated German side Wolfsburg 1-0 to lift the Emirates Cup yesterday. The north London club have been linked with [...]
Rogers remains a doubt despite training return July 26, 2015 AUSTRALIA opener Chris Rogers remains a doubt for the third Investec Ashes Test despite stepping up his recovery with an indoor net session yesterday. The 37-year-old was forced to retire from Australia’s second innings at Lord’s after suffering on-field dizziness. The episode has since been diagnosed as a delayed reaction to being struck on the [...]
Danny Willett hails his resilience after securing third Euro Tour success July 26, 2015 England’s Danny Willett insisted his resilience during a tempestuous third round was crucial to securing victory at the Omega European Masters in Switzerland yesterday. Willett, who tied sixth at last week’s Open, carded a five-under par final round of 65 to win by a solitary stroke from fellow Yorkshireman Matt Fitzpatrick and net his third [...]
Nikkei swoops for Financial Times as outbound Japanese M&A hits all-time record in 2015 and analysts cite Abenomics July 23, 2015 Japanese firms are casting their nets far and wide as deals activity heats up, with media giant Nikkei’s £844m swoop for the Financial Times yesterday taking the country’s outbound M&A to an all-time high in 2015. Companies from Japan have splashed nearly $53bn (£34bn) on foreign takeovers so far this year, putting them on [...]
