Money Moves

Anne Robinson, owner of Scottish Gourmet USA in North Carolina, plans to increase prices for her imported Scottish products, including shortbread, due in part to a new 10% tariff on imports from Scotland. She notes that the appreciation of the British pound against the U.S. dollar and rising costs for healthcare and raw materials are […]

In July, Sofea, a charity focused on redistributing food to community larders, reported delivering approximately 15,000 more meals than during the same month last year. Based in Didcot, Oxfordshire, Sofea operates as part of the national food network FareShare, which aims to minimize food waste. Since the beginning of the summer holidays, FareShare has distributed

Swiss watchmaker Swatch has issued an apology and withdrawn an advertisement featuring a model who appears to pull the corners of his eyes. This gesture drew significant backlash on Chinese social media, where critics noted the resemblance to the historically racist “slanted eye” posture used to mock Asians. As the advertisement gained traction online, calls

An Australian court has imposed a A$90 million (approximately £43 million or $59 million) fine on the airline Qantas due to the unlawful termination of around 1,700 ground staff during the Covid-19 pandemic. This ruling is noted as the largest penalty against an employer in Australia’s history, according to the Transport Workers’ Union, which has

Farmers in the UK’s driest regions are experiencing significant reductions in crop yields due to ongoing heatwave conditions. Reports indicate that broccoli growers are facing reductions of over 50% in their yields, with adverse effects on both quantity and quality. As a result, consumers may encounter smaller vegetables in supermarkets. A grower from Herefordshire expressed

Concerns over Europe’s reliance on U.S. technology have intensified recently, especially regarding cloud computing. Major American companies, specifically Google, Microsoft, and Amazon, control approximately 70% of Europe’s cloud infrastructure. This dependence raises questions about potential scenarios where a U.S. leader might restrict access to these services, particularly if diplomatic relations deteriorate. Experts highlight that such

Lancashire Police have issued guidance for shop owners to greet customers promptly upon entry as a strategy to deter shoplifting. This recommendation is based on the “three-to-five second rule,” which posits that potential shoplifters assess the ease of theft based on how quickly they are acknowledged by staff. The police state that engaging with genuine

British horse racing is set to strike on September 10, 2023, an unprecedented action in the sport’s history, in response to the government’s proposal for a tax increase on betting. This decision is part of the broader Axe The Racing Tax campaign led by the British Horseracing Authority (BHA). Four race fixtures originally scheduled for

During the school summer holidays, many parents are tasked with preparing meals at home, as children consume most of their meals on-site for six weeks. The rising cost of food products is presenting a significant challenge, with food prices increasing by 4.5% compared to the previous year. Parents have reported various strategies to help manage

Claire’s has recently appointed administrators for its operations in the UK and Ireland amid concerns about declining sales and increased competition. The company, which operates 278 stores in the UK and 28 in Ireland, will continue to trade while exploring potential options, although it has ceased online sales. Originating in the United States, Claire’s opened