Reeves to rush pension tax raid into law to calm nervous markets November 28, 2025 Chancellor Rachel Reeves is to rush through laws to enact her Budget, in a bid to reassure nervous markets that tax increases will be implemented even if they are not set to take effect for several years. Legislation to raise tax on pension contributions made through salary sacrifice schemes is expected to be introduced before Christmas, according [...]
Where do chefs eat their Christmas lunch? We asked the best, from Chris Galvin to Jose Pizarro November 27, 2025 With every restaurant in the capital promoting a Christmas lunch special, how do you choose where to go? We’ve asked some of the capital’s finest chefs for their recommendations to help you make the right choice. Lewis Simmons, founder and head chef of Outback BBQ If I’m not manning the grills at Outback BBQ, my [...]
What to be grateful for this Thanksgiving? the resilience of the US markets November 27, 2025 In a year shaped by global uncertainty, technological disruption and political change, investors should still have plenty of reason for optimism, says Liz Ann Sonders While Brits prepare for the final sprint before Christmas, many Americans pause on 27 November to gather around the table for Thanksgiving – a moment to reflect and express gratitude [...]
A Christmas Carol at the Old Vic: Twee as can be and a triumph nonetheless November 26, 2025 A Christmas Carol has almost every sickly sweet ingredient to make it utterly detestable, but our writer couldn't help but fall for it.
TV STAR DERMOT O’LEARY SWITCHES ON LIGHTS FOR THE CITY’S TALLEST CHRISTMAS TREE November 26, 2025 Daytime television Legend Dermot O’Leary lit up the Eastern City – literally – by switching on its tallest Christmas tree yesterday. The massive 67 foot tree, situated outside Pan Pacific Hotel London, is the latest edition to the iconic City skyline and is part of the Eastern City Business Improvement District’s Let it Snow of [...]
87% of UK Shoppers Changed Their Shopping Habits Amid Rising Costs, ShipStation® Survey Finds November 26, 2025 Value, recommerce, and delivery reliability are shaping 2025’s Black Friday and Christmas shopping across all generations
Reeves must ignore political wailing and finally cut spending November 26, 2025 No amount of wishful thinking can change the economic reality. Reeves must make the hard decisions today, writes James Reed.
A-Young Lee Lights Up Christmasland Opening Night – Circus Extravaganza and Light Show Illuminate the Festive Season November 26, 2025 The much-anticipated “2025 Christmasland in New Taipei City” officially kicked off in Taiwan on Nov. 14th with the dazzling “Christmasland Opening Event”, marking the grand opening of the city’s most magical season. The evening began with a spectacular circus performance, blending breathtaking acrobatics with brilliant lighting effects to create a vibrant and joyful holiday atmosphere. [...]
Tony Matharu, Chairman of Central London Alliance CIC Comments on the Rumoured Introduction of a London Tourist Tax November 25, 2025 It is not the cheerful Christmas bells jingling and the tidings of comfort and joy London can look forward to having, but the inevitable rattle of shutters slamming shut for the last time from the closed hospitality businesses whose metaphorical backs have been broken by the burden of another unjustified, economically harmful tax on London’s [...]
Why sports media is entering its most disruptive decade yet November 22, 2025 There was a time when watching live sport meant one remote, one broadcaster, and one living room. That era is quickly passing. Sports media is undergoing its most significant transition since the shift from analogue to digital, only this time the change is being driven by fans rather than technology. Across Europe viewing habits are [...]