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Manchester Evening NewsSainsbury's makes major announcement affecting all shoppers and staff
The supermarket has made the shock announcement affecting its workforce and customers
- Reuters
Kremlin, asked about Raiffeisen assets, says unfriendly actions must have consequences
The Kremlin said on Thursday that unfriendly actions against Russia must have consequences, when asked whether Austrian bank Raiffeisen's assets were vulnerable after a Russian court ordered it to pay 2 billion euros ($2.08 billion) in damages. Monday's court order, over a collapsed deal, underscored the perils of doing business in Russia for Raiffeisen Bank International (RBI), the largest Western bank still operating there. Russia's central bank in September warned subsidiaries of Western banks that remain in Russia not to yield to pressure from Western regulators and discriminate against their Russian clients by denying them services, such as money transfers abroad.
- People
Sean 'Diddy' Combs Files $50 Million Defamation Lawsuit Against Accuser for Exposing Alleged Sex Tapes with Celebrities
Combs alleged that Courtney Burgess, his lawyer and NewsNation deliberately fabricated and amplified false claims about him for financial gain
- The Telegraph
Britain faces bidding war with Europe to keep lights on amid wind power slump
Britain is at risk of entering a bidding war with Europe for electricity, as countries race to lock in supplies after a sharp drop in wind power.
- Sky News
River Island eyes tighter grip on costs as tax rises loom
River Island, the privately owned fashion retailer, is preparing to exert a tighter grip on its cost base as the high street faces the prospect of swingeing tax hikes in April. Sky News understands that River Island, which is owned by the Lewis family, has drafted in AlixPartners to work on a cost reduction and profit improvement exercise at the chain. River Island, which was previously named Lewis and Chelsea Girl, still trades from more than 250 stores, according to its website.
- Benzinga
'It Won't Be Enough': Financial Experts Warn Gen X About Key Retirement Pitfalls
As the oldest members of Generation X (those born between 1965 and 1980) approach retirement, financial experts warn that many in this group may not be as prepared as they think. Generation X faces unique challenges as they prepare for retired life, from shortfalls in savings to unexpected costs that may arise. Here's what experts say Gen Xers need to know to avoid these key pitfalls and ensure a more secure retirement. Look At Your Savings Goals Many Gen Xers are significantly behind in their r
- Reuters
Meta's revised paid ad-free service may breach EU privacy laws, consumer group says
BRUSSELS (Reuters) -Meta Platforms' revised no-ads subscription service may still breach EU consumer and privacy laws in addition to antitrust rules, the European Consumer Organisation (BEUC) said on Thursday as it urged regulators to act against the U.S. tech giant. Meta, which rolled out the fee-based service for Facebook and Instagram in 2023, subsequently offered European users the option to receive less personalised ads, and a 40% cut in the fees last year. BEUC, which complained about the fee-based service to consumer protection authorities in 2023, said the changes made last year were cosmetic.
- CNN
Nigeria’s leather industry has a new market
Nigeria’s massive leather industry is typically driven by exports to the luxury goods market, but a new homegrown market of designers is now competing for a growing share of raw goods.
- Yahoo Celebrity
In Justin Baldoni v. Blake Lively, it's not only a legal back-and-forth but a 'battle of public opinion.' Why legal experts urge a settlement.
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are seeking a gag order to prevent Justin Baldoni's attorney from talking to the press.
- Lancashire Telegraph
East Lancs college lecturer invited to visit global firm in China
A construction lecturer at Burnley College was invited by the company, Huepar, to see how they design, manufacture, and quality check their laser tools.
- Reuters
HSBC's payments app closure puts around 400 jobs at risk, source says
LONDON (Reuters) -HSBC's decision to shutter international payments app Zing is likely to trigger around 400 job losses, a source familiar with the matter said, as CEO Georges Elhedery steps up cost-cutting efforts at Europe's largest bank. The staff at risk of redundancy will be informed from Thursday, according to the source, who said the approximate 400 figure included a substantial number of non-HSBC external customer support staff. "Following a strategic review of Zing within the HSBC Group and after careful consideration, we have made the decision to close Zing and integrate its underlying technology platform into HSBC," a spokesperson for the bank said in a statement.
- Fortune
A former Tesla employee is suing the company, saying he was ‘completely blindsided’ by its RTO policy
In a lawsuit filed in California last month, the former legal consultant claims the company fired him for not returning to the office, disregarding his disability.
- The Guardian
Waitrose brings back free coffee for shoppers without need to buy anything
Supermarket chain reintroduces loyalty scheme perk as it fights for customers with rival Marks & Spencer
- Fortune
Walgreens replaced its refrigerator doors with digitized ad-laden glass. It might become a $200 million debacle
In December, Cooler Screens shut down access to hundreds of the digitized fridge doors, which Walgreens claims affected sales.
- Bradford Telegraph and Argus
"Vacancies in virtually every sector" according to Jobcentre
The number seeking employment in Bradford has risen by 23 per cent compared to this time last year, according to a Jobcentre Plus spokesperson.
- The Independent
Prince Harry receives ‘full apology’ from The Sun owner as he settles legal claim against newspaper
Lawyers for the Duke of Sussex described the settlement as a ‘monumental victory’
- Watford Observer
Plan to build 25-room home with cinema and pool approved
Permission to demolish an Oxhey Hall home in a road where properties sell for millions for a seven-bed replacement has been granted.
- Bournemouth Echo UK
The former builder setting up his own construction law department
A Bournemouth solicitor is diversifying into the complex area of construction law - after two decades working as a building subcontractor.
- Bournemouth Echo UK
Mini dealership set to be demolished under new proposals
Mini's car sales showroom in Poole is set to be demolished under new plans by a dealership.
- Manchester Evening News
Aldi follows in Sainsbury's footsteps with major announcement for 45,000 UK workers
Aldi retains its crown as the best-paying UK supermarket chain for shop floor staff