business
Thousands queue as beauty store arrives on island of Ireland
Almost 2,000 people joined the queue for the opening of a new store in Belfast this morning. Source link
'Tens of thousands' affected by law firm collapse
The Solicitors Regulation Authority say an investigation into PM Law’s collapse is ongoing. Source link
Probe ordered into Daily Mail owner's £500m takeover of Telegraph
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy orders a review of the deal on public interest and competition grounds. Source link
Who is billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe and how did he make his money?
The industrialist and Manchester United co-owner has apologised over comments he made about immigration. Source link
Alton Towers U-turns on plan to restrict disability pass
“We are sorry,” says operator after plan to restrict queuing access for people with autism, ADHD and anxiety sparked criticism. Source link
The Bottom Line
Why do private landlords attract so much criticism – and how fair is it? Source link
UK economy grew by 0.1% in final quarter of 2025
Manufacturing was the main driver of growth during the final three months of the year, official figures show. Source link
Russia moves to block WhatsApp in messaging app crackdown
WhatsApp says the move aims to push its 90 million users in Russia to a “state-owned surveillance app”. Source link
Scrap proposed England holiday tax, hospitality bosses urge
Critics say the proposed tax could force families to shorten trips or spend their money overseas. Source link
The Dutch love four-day working weeks, but are they sustainable?
The Netherlands has the lowest working hours in Europe, but some say it is harming its economy. Source link