Andy Burnham must shake Britain out of ‘analysis paralysis’ and get building July 28, 2026 To address the UK’s broken infrastructure delivery model, Arup advocates for a new approach that prioritizes locally-led, outcome-focused projects and creative financing to better connect communities and drive economic growth, says Andrew Nothstine Andy Burnham has already set out his governing philosophy and guiding aims. His ‘north stars’ are economic growth in every postcode through [...]
Screens aren’t the problem, it’s what’s on them that’s rotting our brains July 28, 2026 Technology is just a tool. Like every tool, it can make us better or it can waste our time. So the real question isn’t how much of it we use – it’s what we use it for, says Bhav Singh We’ve spent years arguing about the impact of screen time on kids’ development, but I [...]
Renault 5 E-Tech 2025 long-term review – second report July 28, 2026 Lined up on the starting grid at Goodwood, the two cars resemble the ‘before and after’ photos from a bodybuilding magazine. Each one is ostensibly a Renault 5, but the similarities almost end there. On the left is my long-term test Renault 5 E-Tech. Compact and straight-sided, its classic hatchback proportions draw directly from the [...]
Luxfer Enters Into Agreement to Be Acquired for $17.37 Per Share in All-Cash Transaction July 27, 2026 Luxfer Holdings PLC (NYSE: LXFR), a global industrial company innovating niche applications in materials engineering, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by affiliates of Wynnchurch Capital, L.P. (“Wynnchurch”) in an all-cash transaction. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260727527925/en/ Transaction Overview Under the terms [...]
AI Minister: Visa reform key to keeping tech giants in Britain July 27, 2026 AI Minister Kanishka Narayan renewed calls for more visas for top engineers, arguing that the UK will need to do more to help tech companies scale at home rather than sell overseas. In his first interview since joining Andy Burnham’s cabinet, Narayan said he would use his seat at the top table to push for [...]
Ohmium Appoints Hydrogen Veteran as Chief Commercial Officer July 27, 2026 Ohmium International Inc., a leading manufacturer of cutting-edge, high-efficiency, modular Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolyzers, today announced the appointment of Mark Griffin as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Griffin will serve as the executive lead of the Ohmium Sales and Marketing organization, driving revenue growth, customer acquisition, and the expansion of a global ecosystem of developers, [...]
One Rock Capital Partners Completes Strategic Investment to Create Eat Happy Hana Group July 27, 2026 One Rock Capital Partners, LLC (“One Rock”) today announced that EAT HAPPY GROUP (“EAT HAPPY”) and the European operations of Hana Group SAS (“Hana”) have successfully completed their previously announced combination, supported by a strategic investment from One Rock. Following receipt of all required regulatory approvals, the transaction has now closed. The combined business will [...]
Commonwealth Games: How ‘Commy G Lite’ is opportunity for smaller brands July 25, 2026 Is the smaller scale Commonwealth Games a chance for smaller brands to step up and take a bite out of the multi-sport flagship event action, asks sponsorship expert Sarah Niblock. A reduced price tag might look like they can, but more importantly, it’s essential that they consider if they actually should. The 23rd Commonwealth Games [...]
Nothing Funny about Regina’s hopes in Princess Margaret July 24, 2026 DIFFERING form lines from Royal Ascot come to the fore in the Group Three Princess Margaret Japan Cup Stakes (1.45pm). Queen Mary sixth, ALTA REGINA, is a filly to be interested in. The Wathnan recruit was seen doing her best work late on when flying home under James McDonald, suggesting that an extra furlong would [...]
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 [...]