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A community food box initiative, termed the Green Box Project, has been launched at Okehampton Primary School in Devon to assist families facing high living costs. The project involves volunteers collecting surplus food from the charity FareShare South West, which is then packaged into boxes and sold to parents at a significantly reduced price—approximately £20 […]

Traditional fish and chip shops in the UK are increasingly transforming into general takeaways as a response to changing consumer preferences and rising operational costs. The National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF) reports that many establishments are now offering pizzas, burgers, and other options alongside their classic fish and chips to attract a broader customer

Georgina Cox, a personal trainer from Middlesbrough, has claimed that women’s activewear brand Sweaty Betty used her slogan “Wear The Damn Shorts” in its campaign without proper attribution. Cox initially created the phrase in 2020 to encourage women to embrace their body shapes. Following the phrase’s viral success, Sweaty Betty contacted her about a similar

A surrealist painting by Frida Kahlo from the 1940s has been sold for $54.7 million (£41.8 million), setting a new auction record for an artwork by a female artist. This sale exceeded the painting’s initial auction price of $51,000 in 1980 by more than 1,000 times, following competitive bids from two collectors, according to Sotheby’s

Mohamed Kande, the global chairman of PwC, has indicated that the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) might lead to a decrease in the hiring of entry-level graduates. However, he clarified that recent job cuts at the firm were not a direct consequence of AI. Instead, PwC is actively seeking to hire hundreds of AI engineers

Poundland has closed its Peckham store in South London after 11 years, leaving local shoppers concerned about the loss of affordable options. The store was located on a busy high street, home to a mix of Caribbean grocers and various retail shops. Despite its popularity, Poundland is undergoing a closure program, with over 100 stores

Cardamom is recognized for its complex flavor but is considered a challenging crop to cultivate, according to Stanley Pothan, a farmer from Kerala, India. He notes that cardamom plants are vulnerable to diseases, pests, and harsh weather conditions. Last year’s heat led to substantial crop losses, impacting both local and global production. This decline contributed

On Thursday, the three major U.S. stock indexes continued their decline after an initial rally, reflecting ongoing investor concerns despite recent positive business news. Strong performance from companies like Nvidia and Walmart, along with better-than-expected hiring figures and a rise in home sales, had been anticipated to stabilize the markets, which have faced setbacks in

On Thursday, concerns about a potential bubble in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector emerged as major US stock markets declined, following a brief rally sparked by strong earnings from Nvidia, a leading chipmaker. Nvidia reported robust demand for its advanced data center chips, initially boosting market confidence. However, this optimism quickly faded, leading to declines

Rachel Reeves has been encouraged to initiate a comprehensive revaluation of council tax properties in the upcoming budget, particularly as she prepares to introduce a new levy on higher-value homes. Currently, council tax is based on property valuations conducted in 1991, and the Treasury is believed to be considering updates for properties in the top