The Barbour family has paid itself a £30 million dividend after a fashion-led revival of waxed jackets helped drive a sharp increase in profits at the heritage outerwear group. Accounts filed at Companies House show that J Barbour & Sons posted a £10 million rise in operating profit to £49.5 million in the year to the end of April, as renewed demand for its signature waxed jackets boosted sales and margins. The company, founded in...
The owner of Revolution Bars is preparing to enter administration, putting as many as 2,200 jobs at risk across its UK estate. Revel Collective, which operates 62 pubs and bars under brands including Revolution Bars, Revolucion de Cuba and Peach Pubs, confirmed on Monday that it has filed to appoint administrators, with a formal appointment expected within the next 10 days. The company said discussions with a buyer are “well advanced”, but warned that any...
President Donald Trump said Iran appears to be looking to negotiate with the U.S. amid a growing military buildup in the Middle East. In a Monday interview with Axios, Trump suggested that Tehran had reached out on ‘numerous occasions’ and ‘want[s] to make a deal.’ ‘They want to make a deal. I know so. They called on numerous occasions. They want to talk,’ the president told the outlet. According to U.S. officials, also cited by...
British high streets once featured betting shops on every corner. William Hill, Ladbrokes, Coral, and independent bookmakers occupied prominent retail positions. Punters gathered inside to watch racing, study form guides, and place wagers with staff behind counters. This familiar scene faded as smartphone technology delivered gambling directly into pockets across the nation. The transformation happened faster than industry analysts predicted. Mobile apps offered convenience that physical shops could not match. Players discovered non GamStop casinos...
A top Senate Republican is demanding that the heads of several immigration-focused units at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) testify publicly before the Senate. Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., called on the heads of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigrations Services (USCIS) to come before his panel, the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, next month. In three separate letters to acting ICE Director...
For many small firms, pest control has traditionally meant reacting when a problem becomes visible. A mouse in the stockroom, ants near the break area, or flies around a service counter can trigger a quick call and a quick fix. Integrated Pest Management, or IPM, takes a more strategic approach. Instead of relying on routine chemical treatments, IPM focuses on prevention, monitoring, and targeted action. For business leaders, that shift can translate into better outcomes...
The tools that modern students possess can mean the difference between a hectic semester and a smooth, organized one. With technology continuing to transform education, students worldwide are starting to make their studying life a lot more efficient, organized, and enjoyable. Every student must have a few essential tools in their academic toolkit. Grammar and Writing Improvement Software In academics, precise and error-free writing is paramount in communicating ideas appropriately and achieving success. Some of...
Over the past few years, the way businesses work has changed significantly. Hybrid and remote-first models are now firmly established across the UK, particularly among small and medium-sized businesses. While video calls and messaging platforms are useful for day-to-day communication, there are still many situations where a physical meeting space is essential. This shift has led to growing demand for flexible meeting rooms that can be hired when needed without the commitment of a permanent...
Pilot Adaptation Fortress in Satkhira district protects against both cyclones and extreme heat for 30 million residents Construction has begun on the first Adaptation Fortress in southwest Bangladesh, a climate-resilient shelter designed to protect communities from both cyclones and heatwaves. The Jameel Observatory–Climate Resilience Early Warning System Network announced the initiative, which transforms existing school-based cyclone shelters into multi-purpose structures. The pilot is being built at the Baradal Aftab Uddin collegiate school in Baradal union,...
Russia criticized the U.S.’ proposed Golden Dome missile defense system Monday, warning it could destabilize global nuclear deterrence, according to reports. According to TASS, Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council Dmitry Medvedev told Kommersant newspaper that the ambitious project is extremely ‘provocative.’ ‘Problems in the strategic sphere resulting from destabilizing U.S. actions only continue to grow. It is enough to recall the highly provocative anti-missile project ‘Golden Dome for America,’’ he said, TASS reported....
