Volkswagen California 2026 review: plenty of room at the Hotel California July 24, 2026 Britain’s best-selling vehicle so far in 2026 is the Ford Puma. Visit the south coast in holiday season, though, and you’d swear the Volkswagen California occupies that top spot. Whether trapped in tourist traffic, parked beside the beach or looking cool on a campsite, these things are everywhere. Volkswagen campers have enjoyed cult status since [...]
Donkervoort P24 RS supercar coming to the UK in right-hand drive July 24, 2026 Donkervoort has confirmed its incredible P24 RS supercar will be sold in the UK. And importantly, it will be offered in right-hand drive, as the Dutch marque targets enthusiasts in Britain, Ireland, Australia and Japan. It marks the first time the Donkervoort has built a car with its steering wheel on the right-hand side. An [...]
Betfred New Customer Offer – £50 in Free Bets for New UK Users July 24, 2026 Those interested in joining Betfred will be pleased to learn they can get a free bet when they do so. This article will provide all the information users need to know about this offer before claiming, as well as some of the reasons why Betfred is a standout betting platform in the UK. Keep reading [...]
Heathrow boss warns Burnham against Budget raid after hub’s tax bill doubles July 24, 2026 The boss of Heathrow has warned Andy Burnham against using business as a cash cow at his maiden Budget this autumn, after the airport’s tax bill more than doubled in the space of a year. Thomas Woldbye said the aviation sector is one of the most heavily taxed industries in Britain, and that uptick in [...]
Mobix Labs Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Vision Aerial, Accelerating Global Drone Platform for National Security and Aerial Intelligence July 24, 2026 Transaction accelerates Mobix Labs’ global aerial intelligence strategy and National Security Matters Initiative
Jaecoo 8: A Premium SUV with Substance and Surprising Polish July 24, 2026 The arrival of the Jaecoo 8 SHS-P in the UK says something about where the car market is heading here, writes motoring journalist Tim Barnes-Clay. Chinese brands are no longer content with building budget alternatives. They want a place at the top table, and after spending time with Jaecoo’s new plug-in hybrid flagship, I came [...]
Almirall H1 2026 Results July 24, 2026 Almirall delivers solid H1 2026 results growing Net Sales by 7.5% and EBITDA by 23.7%, driven by its strong European Dermatology business – reiterating guidance aligned with long-term growth trajectory Net Sales increased by 7.5% YoY to €602.7 MM, while EBITDA grew by 23.7% to €150.7 MM, reflecting strong commercial and operational execution. The European Dermatology business continues to drive growth, increasing 18.1% YoY to €341.9 MM, supported by strong performance of its key growth drivers and favourable underlying market growth. Continued solid performance of the biologics portfolio, with Ilumetri® delivering 10.5% increase to €125.2 MM and Ebglyss® growing 88.2% to €84.5 MM in Net Sales, supported by sustained growth in recent launch markets. The broader dermatology portfolio delivers positive performance, including Wynzora® (19.3%, total of €20.4 MM) and Klisyri® (13.9%, total of €15.6 MM). Almirall advances its innovation strategy through progress across its R&D pipeline, including four ongoing PoC/Phase II studies and two additional PoC studies planned to be initiated by end of 2026, targeting five dermatological diseases. The first readouts are expected towards the end of 2026. Almirall signs a strategic research collaboration and licensing agreement with Certest Biotec to discover and develop novel treatments for rare dermatologic diseases and recurrent cutaneous conditions. Reiterated guidance for the full year 2026: 9-12% growth and € 270MM to € 290MM EBITDA.
The 24-hour news cycle is ruining politics July 24, 2026 The relentless 24-hour news cycle and social media landscape have fundamentally altered political discourse by prioritizing quick, performative reactions over thoughtful deliberation, says Emma Revell If there’s one thing we can count on in the perma-crisis that is British politics, it’ll be that our screens will be filled with updates from weary political correspondents and [...]
Housebuilder hits a wall: How did Vistry become the UK’s most shorted stock? July 24, 2026 Vistry, the “nation’s favourite housebuilder,” has become the UK’s most shorted stock. From a shift to a bold new model to hopes that it can fuel Burnham’s housing vision, Felix Armstrong unpicks the firm’s recent history Back in 2024, Vistry boss Greg Fitzgerald was brimming with optimism. The housebuilder’s ambitious switch from a private market [...]
Saracens and Harlequins embracing athletics and hockey smart move for rugby July 24, 2026 Despite this weekend appearing to be the first in an eternity without top-flight rugby, the reality is that across England we have never had so little of it. Take Harlequins or Saracens, the two Prem Rugby clubs in London, and recent fixture announcements lay bare the underlying reason as to why so many teams make [...]