2024-04-12 14:36
The Grand National at Aintree is not only the famous steeplechase in the world, but it is the one race on the horse racing calendar that appeals to millions outside of the sport.
Here is a l… Read More
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2024-03-13 14:03
As the Cheltenham Festival looms on the horizon, all eyes are on the world of horse racing, and for good reason. In recent days, the sport has been all over the back pages thanks to one hors… Read More
2024-02-02 12:24
The world of sport is constantly shifting and evolving, and there’s a lot of progressive thinking about how to improve things. In horse racing, the Grand National has already undergone… Read More
2024-01-26 00:00
As of January 24th 2024, the Co-Op has ditched its long-standing rewards programme in favour of expanded price cuts for its members. Offering food, insurance and banking, the Co-Op Group&rsq&hell…Read More
2024-01-15 16:39
There is no bigger week of the year in Jumps racing than the Cheltenham Festival. The meeting including 28 races, five of which are considered Championship contests.
Excitement is already bu… Read More
2024-01-09 16:57
Managed cloud services have become a vital part of modern business operations, offering scalability, flexibility, and robust security. In this article we will demystify the concept of manage… Read More
2024-01-09 16:42
Are you in need of a peaceful getaway that combines stunning natural landscapes with urban charm? Look no further than Tampere, Finland’s hidden gem, where you can escape the hustle an… Read More
2023-12-15 18:02
Life insurance pays out to your estate in the event of your death in the form of a single lump-sum pay out and/or a monthly sum to replace your income. These policies can provide critical fi… Read More
2023-12-11 16:18
No club has managed to win four consecutive titles in England’s top flight but Manchester City have the chance to achieve the feat in the Premier League this season.
However, after dro… Read More
2023-11-30 10:37
Switzerland, a nation renowned for its precision in watchmaking and pristine landscapes, has long been synonymous with the world of traditional banking. However, in a fascinating evolution… Read More
2023-10-13 16:11
When it comes to jumps racing in the UK, all roads lead to the Cheltenham Festival, which effectively brings the curtain down on the season’s action.
It’s here that some of the m… Read More
2023-10-10 17:30
Personalised presents are a great way to add a funny or thoughtful twist on any gift, whether than means photos printed on a calendar or a book personalised to reflect a child’s name… Read More
2023-09-15 16:25
During Francois Pienaar’s post-match interview after winning the 1995 World Cup, he was asked how it felt being cheered on by 65 thousand jubilant fans in the stadium. Standing next to… Read More
2023-09-04 15:35
The former Liverpool winger, Ryan Kent, has joined the legion of footballers, past and present, that have branched out into racehorse ownership.
The 26-year-old, who joined Turkish club Fene… Read More
2023-09-01 19:25
As people are encouraged back into the office, they will be swapping out the relaxed leisurewear they have been wearing for Zoom meetings to more formal work attire. For many women this will… Read More
2023-08-14 19:01
In today’s world of online shopping, we have become accustomed to clicking a few buttons and having the items arrive on our doorstep within a couple of days. It was not always like thi… Read More
2023-08-03 21:46
Android phones make up over 70 per cent of the global smartphone market, with over three billion active users, and so when an Android game takes off the numbers are stratospheric. Currently… Read More
2023-07-31 14:46
Our disposable culture is wreaking havoc on the planet and as a number of recent documentaries have shown, packaging waste has become a serious global environmental problem. A number of pack… Read More
2023-07-21 15:08
Sweet treats never go out of style, but what people are choosing to buy from their local bakeries evolve in response to global changes and local ideas. Here are three baking trends to watch… Read More
2023-07-18 16:03
TV shows are big business, and the billion-dollar production companies and studios that create the series we love are always looking for new ways to generate income from their titles. Some o… Read More
2023-07-18 16:02
The gambling sector has long been at the forefront of digital transformation and helped shift new technologies into the mainstream. Analysts have hyped the possibilities of virtual reality c… Read More
2023-07-16 16:45
Climate change is one of the biggest issues facing humanity. As the global population continues to grow and our need for energy continues to rise there are no perfect solutions, but with sus… Read More
2023-06-12 09:53
Biometric recognition was once a concept found in dystopian science fiction films, with The Minority Report being a famous example of one in which everyone was tracked by their eye scan. Now… Read More
2023-06-12 09:33
Manchester City’s dominance of English football shows no sign of letting up, with Pep Guardiola delivering the triple in 2022-23.
Citizens who call the Etihad Stadium home have now lan… Read More
2023-06-06 14:00
There will always be a place for classic, timeless furniture pieces in any home, but that does not mean that furniture styles remain static. 2023 has seen a continuation of the trend towards… Read More
2023-03-31 16:06
Canada boasts spectacular cities, beautiful beaches, remote wilderness, numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites, and one of the longest ski seasons in the world, so it should be no surprise tha… Read More
2023-03-16 18:06
As rates for plumbers and handymen continue to soar, it is obvious to see the attraction of doing it yourself (DIY). Laying carpet, building kitchen cabinets, or painting the walls… Read More
2023-02-24 18:42
Every homeowner has got used to trying a little bit of DIY, from fixing together some Ikea furniture or putting up a shelf, but when there are issues with leaking pipes or even worse and fai… Read More
2023-02-02 18:41
Slowly but surely over the last decade, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) has become commonplace. From virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa, to creating code and poem… Read More
2023-01-24 15:27
Electric vehicles are the future of transport. As UK cities drive towards net-zero goals, the popularity of electric vehicles continues to soar. Some motorists upgrading to electric cars and… Read More
2023-01-11 09:08
The idea of having a dry January, where you give up booze from new year until February continues to grow in popularity. When the initiative was launched in 2013, 4,000 people signed up to th… Read More
2022-12-15 23:31
The art of gift-giving is not all about your budget. Nobody would deny that they would enjoy finding a new smartphone or the keys to a new car under the tree at Christmas, but it really is t… Read More
2022-12-07 08:14
The last few years have brought a significant amount of attention to vaccines, with the world breathing a huge sigh of relief when the various COVID-19 vaccines were shown to be effective. M… Read More
2022-11-11 09:55
Millions of people around the world enjoy the thrill wagering on sports, with large sporting events like a World Cup or Super Bowl resulting in billions of pounds of bets taken by bookmakers… Read More
2022-10-21 20:06
It’s easy for businesses to go into survival mode right now. Supply chains are reeling from inflationary and workforce pressures; consumer demand is bracing itself for the full impacts… Read More
2022-10-21 19:48
Smoking is one of the leading causes of preventable death in the UK, and accounts for almost 100,000 deaths each year. Reducing the number of smokers is therefore a key health priority, with… Read More
2022-10-18 09:56
The global gaming market is expected to grow by 15.4 per cent to $116.43 billion in 2022, soaring from $101.21 billion the year prior, according to the newly released “Mobile Gaming Gl… Read More
2022-09-05 23:16
Famed for its football teams and music heritage, Liverpool is one of the UK’s most dynamic and exciting cities with beautiful architecture and a vibrant cultural scene that is well wor… Read More
2022-08-16 19:02
The Conservative party has got a problem. The problem can best be described as the coming together of a series of problems that will make re-election harder.
In the run-up to the next elect… Read More
2022-08-16 18:56
The price of gas and electricity is soaring in Britain and many millions of people are likely to be pushed into fuel poverty. And this is even with an “energy price cap”. Perhaps… Read More
2022-08-05 10:24
Emerging in the early 2000s, B2B fintech has shown massive growth over the years. The sector encompasses a great range of banking and financial services. Since B2B fintech strives to capital… Read More
2022-08-01 10:11
Veganism, vegetarianism, and flexitarianism have become mainstream. The last decade has seen an upward trend of people turning away from meat and dairy products to reduce their impact on the… Read More
2022-07-14 14:30
Finance is known for gender imbalance. Men take the majority of top management roles. In fact, the 2021 Within Reach report from Deloitte concluded that women occupy only 24% of executive&nb&hell…Read More
2022-07-12 12:35
Moving into your first home is an exciting experience. You finally have the personal space you have always dreamed about and the freedom to decorate the place exactly as you want, but you al… Read More
2022-07-05 16:15
Over the last decade, video-on demand services have exploded in popularity. In the UK, 53% of households are subscribed to at least one streaming service. Not only has VOD changed the way pe… Read More
2022-06-30 14:20
New footage of the cancelled open-world game Scarface: Empire, the sequel to 2006’s Scarface: The World is Yours, has appeared online, showing both concept art and some gameplay mechan… Read More
2022-06-29 16:47
London is glorious in the sunshine, but with nine million people all looking to head for the same beer garden, rooftop bar, or green space the city can start to feel a little crowded and ove… Read More
2022-06-24 13:24
Knowing how to prepare for the future of work can be difficult, and yet the world of work will be entirely different in the future from what it is like now. If you want to make sure that you… Read More
2022-06-10 09:49
Workplace injuries and ill-health is costing the UK over £16.2 billion per year, highlighting the need for an increased focus on health and safety as the UK looks to boost its struggli… Read More
2022-05-30 10:38
What we perceive as lucky or unlucky varies due to our own personal experiences and cultural beliefs. Some numbers have significance because of specific dates and others somehow make us feel… Read More
2022-05-27 16:46
Given the importance of retail sales to western economies, it’s little wonder that this is a widely viewed metric among business owners and investors alike. Worryingly, retail sales ha… Read More
2022-05-25 17:12
Royal Ascot has been a staple of the British horse racing calendar since the beginning of the 1800s making it an incredibly old sporting tradition. The Gold Cup is without a doubt the most a… Read More
2022-05-18 21:47
The year of 2021 turned into a year of vast opportunities and new challenges for businesses working in ecommerce across the globe. Over 2.14 billion people worldwide expected to buy goods an… Read More
2022-05-13 06:45
In today’s always connected and hyper-competitive world, growing market share is a challenge for any organisation. Industry leaders understand that to get an edge over their competitor… Read More
2022-04-26 17:25
A decade ago, editing high quality videos meant significant investment in cameras, specialised editing suites, and more, but the smartphone revolution has changed the game and social media s… Read More
2022-04-26 16:46
Small-to-medium enterprises, or SMEs, represent around 90% of all business, and 50% of global employment according to the latest estimated by the World Bank. Small businesses represent… Read More
2022-04-22 16:10
Are you familiar with the phrase ‘don’t put all your eggs in one basket’? It can be applied to farming, relationships and many other aspects of life – including inves… Read More
2022-04-22 08:00
As interest rates rise, savers looking to put away some money face a choice between the slightly current higher interest rates of fixed rate ISAs or the flexibility and possible rate rise of… Read More
2022-04-12 16:26
Elon Musk is the second richest person in the world, with an estimated wealth of over $155bn. He has founded some of the most successful tech companies in the world from PayPal to Tesla, and… Read More
2022-04-12 16:25
The police have fined Prime Minister Boris Johnson for enjoying a birthday party in Number 10 during a Covid lockdown in June 2020, in a clear breach of the law.
Johnson’s fine makes h… Read More
2022-04-08 16:02
House prices continue to rise and the cost of living has started to soar, leaving many feeling the first rung of the property ladder may be slipping ever further out of reach. However, with… Read More
2022-03-31 17:00
Yerba mate is a traditional South American drink that is brewed from the leaves and stems of the yerba mate plant. The beverage is widely consumed in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay… Read More
2022-03-31 15:47
Used car prices have surged amid new car shortages over the last few months, with buyers opting to buy a used model now rather than wait for months for delivery of a brand new car. Alongside… Read More
2022-03-21 17:10
Workflow automation has been generating significant buzz in the tech industry recently, but in its most simple terms it means importing information into a system, automatically launching tas… Read More
2022-03-06 11:00
The 2022 Super Bowl was a blockbuster event for the online sports betting industry as user numbers and wagers soared on recently legalised gambling platforms, demonstrating the speed at whic… Read More
2022-02-28 17:20
There were more than 2,755 billionaires around the globe at the start of 2022, and despite a tumultuous couple of years that number continues to rise every year, with 660 added in the previo… Read More
2022-02-23 17:53
It will soon be spring and time to prep the garden and get the patio looking perfect for some outdoor entertaining. But before you decide to fork out hundreds or thousands of pounds on new t… Read More
2022-02-23 11:36
The last two years have been a tumultuous time for holidaymakers with many Britons deciding to make plans to explore the UK countryside instead of the hassle of the ever-changing traffic lig… Read More
2022-02-04 09:51
Making something our of nothing—that’s probably one of the most fitting descriptions for Bitcoin (BTC), the leading cryptocurrency in the market since 2009. This ingenious money… Read More
2022-02-02 08:41
Despite a difficult 18 months, there were more still than 40,000 pubs across England and Wales at the end of 2021, which makes the competition for customers extremely high. Without a celebri… Read More
2022-01-27 18:18
The last two years have transformed how businesses operate, with most businesses shifting towards a working-from-home culture and others shifting their sales focus online and direct to consu… Read More
2022-01-27 16:45
If you follow interior designers on Instagram or Pinterest you may be under the impression that everyone updates their bathroom every couple of years. However, the reality is that most peopl… Read More
2022-01-27 13:36
It is difficult to launch a start-up, and even harder to turn it into a profitable business. If your company has already started to generate profits then it is time to start investing that m… Read More
2022-01-27 13:33
Motorists are generally advised book in their cars for a service once a year or every 12,000 miles, whichever comes first, but it is easy to forget when your car needs a check-up. Luckily, m… Read More
2022-01-26 21:23
The markets can be intimidating. As you begin to research how best to invest, you’re faced with a huge amount of information, conflicting ideas on investment strategies, and a startlin… Read More
2022-01-20 12:20
The last two years have seen the hospitality industry struggle with lockdowns, staff shortages, and the rising costs of ingredients. Food delivery services like UberEats, JustEat, Deliveroo… Read More
2022-01-19 09:35
The pandemic has had a dramatic impact on a number of sectors, and with its globally integrated supply chain the automotive industry has been one of the worst affected with production halted… Read More
2021-11-28 19:50
The UK houses some of the world’s great research universities and has a start-up culture that punches above its weight, but for decades it has remained the sick man of Europe when it c… Read More
2021-11-26 14:11
New Zealand is famous for its sporting prowess. Whether it’s rugby, cricket, hockey, or football, teams from the small island nation of five million people consistently rank in the top… Read More
2021-11-26 10:31
Mechanical slot machines or “one-armed bandits” have been around since the 1900s, and became popular in casinos and other establishments around the world due to their simplicity… Read More
2021-11-19 13:30
Bitcoin (BTC) was the original cryptocurrency and remains the largest by market capitalisation, but much of the interest in blockchain today is focused on the Ethereum platform and its Ether… Read More
2021-11-10 17:40
Sales and leases of new vans soared to near record levels during the first six months of 2021 as the economy started to reopen and the boom in deliveries continued.
Prior to the pandemic, de… Read More
2021-11-08 10:08
The disruption and intermittent lockdowns have impacted businesses of all kinds, but the hospitality sector has been one of the hardest hit. Over the last 18 months, hotels, restaurants, bar… Read More
2021-10-21 08:58
Our lives today are very different from those of our ancestors who lived even a few generations ago. Humanity continues to make great strides in terms of health, living conditions, job oppor… Read More
2021-10-11 15:47
New technologies have brought investing into the mainstream over the last decade. Mobile apps like Robinhood and Freetrade offering consumers low or zero-cost opportunities to invest in indi… Read More
2021-10-11 15:45
Contracts for difference, generally known as CFDs, have been available for decades, but they have enjoyed a surge of interest over the last couple of years, with the financial instruments ge… Read More
2021-10-05 08:47
The headlines seem constantly filled with stories of billion-dollar IPOs and start-up successes. But the reality is that only a third of start-ups make it to the 10-year mark with twenty per… Read More
2021-10-05 08:47
In decades past working from home might have been considered a career killer. However, the figures from the great work-from-home experiment of the last two years are in and they show that th… Read More
2021-10-04 20:16
William Hill received some good news last month, winning the Employee Business Magazine (EBM) Award for ‘Best Employee Experience’ in terms of implementing a flexible working pol… Read More
2021-09-30 08:38
Patients who missed a routine blood test due to the recent nationwide shortage of test tubes may face a further wait of up to eight weeks, NHS bosses have warned.
After struggling with suppl… Read More
2021-09-22 17:53
Most homeowners understand that redecorating can be an expensive project. From materials to labourers to the finishing touches, the budget continues to gradually increase, and for a lot of p… Read More
2021-09-15 08:48
William Hill is set to return to British ownership after online bookmaker 888 won a bidding war to take control of the European and UK assets of 87-year-old company.
London-listed 888 Holdin… Read More
2021-09-07 14:08
Women with fine hair may benefit from adding hair extensions to their locks to increase volume. Another advantage of utilizing hair extensions is that ladies with short hair may add length f… Read More
2021-09-02 08:27
The U.S. invaded Afghanistan in late 2001 to destroy al-Qaida, remove the Taliban from power and remake the nation. On Aug. 30, 2021, the U.S. completed a pullout of troops from Afghanistan… Read More
2021-08-26 12:31
Employers and managers have a crucial role to play in stamping out discrimination and harassment at work. For too many years employers have shied away from the topics of discrimination… Read More
2021-08-20 15:11
Despite the difficulties of Brexit and pandemic-related economic uncertainty, engineering and manufacturing remains central the the British economy, generating over twenty percent of the UK… Read More
2021-08-16 12:04
With an average of over 14 billion items of mail delivered each year by the Royal Mail alone, it might not be all that surprising to hear that some things don’t always m… Read More
2021-08-02 10:28
Bored at home over the last 18 months, many people have turned to the markets and dabbled in day trading for entertainment and the hope of profits.
Market activity increased dramatically in… Read More
2021-07-22 16:21
Not all gambling carries the same risk. The National Lottery can offer multi-million pound jackpots every week because it is incredibly unlikely that you will be the top prize winner, 45,057… Read More
2021-07-16 16:41
Fantasy sports give fans the opportunity to put their knowledge to test. Participants choose their own players and earn points based on the performance of the selected team combination, addi… Read More
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