BUSINESS

David Warburton, ex-Tory MP suspended over a sex and drugs scandal, has died at 59 in his Chelsea flat. Police are treating the case as unexplained but not suspicious, following his dramatic fall from political grace.

New Costco hours will officially take effect soon. However, not all shoppers can take advantage of it on Labour Day. Here's what consumers should know.

Social media influencers are transforming English Premier League betting habits, turning wagers into shared online experiences and reshaping fan engagement.

Discover the 5 CBD products from Enjoy Five for stress relief, better sleep, and everyday calm, from oils and gummies to drinks and topicals.

Ford is recalling 500,000 US-market Ford Edge (2015–2018) and Lincoln MKX (2016–2018) SUVs over rear brake-hose leaks that can lengthen stopping distances; owner letters start 8 September 2025 with a fix due from April 2026.

Aldi lifts minimum pay to £13.95 an hour for 28,000 UK store assistants from 1 September 2025, outpacing Lidl's rise and sitting above both the National Living Wage and the real Living Wage.

Cracker Barrel co-founder Tommy Lowe blasted CEO Julie Felss Masino's $700M modernisation, slamming logo changes and saying her Taco Bell background shows she doesn't understand the chain's country identity.

The 2023 Credit Suisse AT1 bond wipeout that erased $17.3bn is still sparking global lawsuits, regulatory battles, and investor outrage, with Dr Dario Item publishing key disclosures.

From fulfillment to fast delivery, these top international shipping companies are redefining global e-commerce logistics in 2025.

Pop Mart's mini Labubu sparks queues in New York and Seoul as sales hit £297M in 2025. Blind boxes, celeb fans & resale frenzy

BYD sold 13,503 vehicles in Europe in July 2025, overtaking Tesla and becoming a key electric car competitor.

Cracker Barrel has scrapped its new logo and restored the 'Old Timer' while quietly removing its Pride page, a reversal that followed customer backlash, a White House nudge, and a swift stock bounce.

H&R Block let Kansas City staff leave early after Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement, with a witty 3:07 pm email urging employees to 'go home, celebrate love,' as fans dissected the ring, venue hints, and timeline.

As digital platforms evolve, Nexus and Stripe reveal how strategic ownership models can define speed, structure, and long-term impact.

ZiNRai is redefining digital education by offering live, mentor-led learning experiences that foster deeper engagement and personalised growth.

Special teams are often overlooked by bettors, but field goals, extra points, and return touchdowns can provide hidden value. Learn how to bet smartly on this forgotten NFL and college football market.

The global gaming industry is thriving, breaking barriers through cloud technology, mobile access, and cross-platform innovation to unite players worldwide.

Delta ends Austin-Midland route in Nov 2025, joining American in slashing flights as demand dips, impacting travelers and Austin's economy.

Discover how Femi Otedola's bestselling book 'Making It Big' delivers powerful insights for UK entrepreneurs facing an uncertain economic landscape.

HSBC app outage left customers without access for five hours, highlighting risks of digital reliance as physical branches decline.

Australian bootmaker UGG has rebranded as 'Since 1974' after losing a trademark battle with US company Deckers. Todd Watts announced the change in a TikTok video.

In a major strategic shift, Kroger is closing 60 underperforming stores by 2026, putting over 1,000 jobs at risk. This move follows its failed merger with Albertsons and a drop in first-quarter sales.

The 'Awe Dropping' Apple event is set to go live on 9 September. Aside from the iPhone 17 Pro's 12GB RAM, the tech giant has lots of new things to offer.

OurCryptoMiner's XRP-powered cloud mining model is helping retail investors earn daily crypto profits—without the tech headaches or market volatility.

Chinese livestreamer Zheng Xiang Xiang sells £10m a week on Douyin by flashing products for just three seconds, sparking debate over e-commerce and regulation.

Shares soared between 76% and 80%, reaching fresh highs near $53-$55 (£39.33-£40.81), with pre-market jumps of over 58% before trading opened today.

The UK's 2025 Creative Industries Sector Plan finally prioritises gaming, promising new funding, infrastructure and global growth opportunities.

In a landmark move, British horseracing is cancelling events to oppose government plans that could raise betting taxes and destabilise a £4 billion industry.

Spotify introduces Messages, a new in-app chat for music, podcasts, and audiobooks. Users welcome the feature but raise questions about safety, privacy, and how secure these DMs really are.