Manchester has long been associated with creativity—whether through music, food, sport, or business. The recent Oasis reunion tour was a powerful reminder of the sheer creative energy that pulses through this Northern powerhouse. So it should come as no surprise that even corporate catering in Manchester defies the norm, and the rest of the country could take note. Manchester is ...
In the boundary-less world of modern business, the desire to move funds across borders faster, cheaper and more securely has never been higher. Outdated financial institutions are no longer well-suited to meet the needs of global markets, weighed down by inefficiencies, fees and lags that can impede the progress of cross-border commerce. Insert stablecoins and financial automation into the equation, ...
At a time when venture capital is increasingly commoditized, James Rothschild stands out not because of his family’s legacy, but because of how he’s reshaping it. As an investor with a family legacy, he is proving that family capital, when deployed with patience and purpose, can drive significant growth in technology sectors that matter. Rothschild’s journey is notable for how ...
Thailand and Cambodia reached a ceasefire deal ‘through trade,’ President Donald Trump announced Monday, ending a burgeoning conflict that displaced 260,000 people. The declaration from Trump comes after he said over the weekend that he had spoken to the leaders of Cambodia and Thailand, urging a ceasefire, adding the U.S. would not get back to the ‘trading table’ with the ...
Vaping has emerged as an alternative to smoking. However, little regard is given to its environmental cost. Disposables, too much packaging, and careless disposal all contribute to increased e-waste. With the increase in vaping comes the increase in its responsibility. Sustainable habits minimize the impact on the environment and do not impact the experience. The article explores simple ideas for ...
Former President Barack Obama issued a rare statement weighing in on the hunger situation in Gaza on Sunday, suggesting aid must flow to Palestinians regardless of whether Israel can secure a hostage deal for now. Obama made the statement on social media in reference to reporting from the New York Times stating that ‘Gazans are dying of starvation.’ Israel, which ...
Artificial intelligence is no longer a niche tool for tech labs or science-fiction thrillers. It’s now the battleground where the future of American power, prosperity, and freedom will be decided. With the release of ‘Winning the AI Race: America’s AI Action Plan,’ the Trump administration is rightfully treating this moment as the 21st-century equivalent of the space race or the ...
The UK economy received an unexpected lift earlier this year as businesses rushed to complete orders ahead of President Trump’s sweeping tariff regime, according to the latest forecast from the EY Item Club. The respected forecaster has raised its 2025 growth projection to 1 per cent, up from the 0.8 per cent previously expected, crediting a “flurry of business spending” ...
Doug Wright MBE, a man whose name has become synonymous with McDonald’s in the West Midlands, has announced his retirement from the fast food giant after an extraordinary 44-year career. Wright, affectionately known throughout the region as Mr McDonald’s, has sold his 26-strong restaurant portfolio in a move that brings to an end one of the most inspiring entrepreneurial journeys ...
Sales of prestige lip products in the UK have surged by 16 per cent year-on-year to £80.4 million in the six months to June, as cash-strapped consumers turn to small luxuries to lift their mood — a classic example of the so-called “lipstick effect.” The term, coined by Leonard Lauder, former chairman of Estée Lauder, describes how sales of cosmetics ...