What can a plastic Christmas tree tell us about politics? May 21, 2024 A disappointing Christmas display led to the downfall of Boston’s Conservative council. It’s just one example of how independent candidates across the country are giving the big parties a run for their money by keeping their campaigns local, writes Adam Hawksbee Boston is best known as the Brexit capital of Britain. This corner of Lincolnshire [...]
Wine trails and artsy towns: why a USA road trip through Alabama is truly sweet May 20, 2024 Why Alabama is the USA state to choose for your RV adventure
FTSE 100 today: London markets set to open higher, echoing global trends May 20, 2024 Asian markets rose with Wall Street, but an Iranian president's helicopter crash shook oil prices. Investors awaited Nvidia's Q1 earnings.
Russian billionaires out, US billionaires in: Mapping London’s super-prime property market May 17, 2024 Filings have shown a Kazakh billionaire has sold his Mayfair mansion for £35m. What does it say about London's super-prime property market?
Sunday Times Rich List: Rishi Sunak worth over £650m May 17, 2024 Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty are worth more than £650m, the Sunday Times Rich List has revealed.
Keir Starmer: Major UK business chiefs back Labour leader May 16, 2024 Keir Starmer has secured the backing of top business leaders, with the Boots boss and chief executive of housing developer Thakeham endorsing his party today. Their support was unveiled at a rally-style campaign event which saw the Labour leader and his shadow cabinet announce his six pledges which they call their “first steps for change”. [...]
Square Mile and Me: JMW Solicitors London boss John Andrews on making it in law May 16, 2024 John Andrews, head of London at JMW Solicitors, takes us through his career, from memorable lunches to his football heroes.
Keir Starmer to launch Labour ‘down payment for change’ pre-election offer May 16, 2024 Keir Starmer will today launch Labour’s “down payment for change” in a pre-election doorstep offer to voters.
What’s happening to Gamestop shares and who is ‘Roaring Kitty’? May 15, 2024 Investing celebrity Roaring Kitty has caused another rally in Gamestop and other so-called "meme stocks" - who is he and what is he up to?
FTSE 100 today: London markets set to extend positive streak; trends hinge on US inflation data May 15, 2024 Asian stocks mirrored Wall Street's rally. Sony surged on buyback news. Eyes on US CPI data and Burberry earnings.