When I was at the university, I once objected to a classmate’s lazy use of “public goods.” He had used it to favor his policy position, as a shorthand synonym of what’s good for society—only a thinly veiled euphemism for ...
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) says it is reporting the UK government to the United Nations watchdog on workers’ rights over a new strikes law. New rules on strikes will require some employees to work during industrial action – or ...
The Wilko name will disappear from UK High Streets as a rescue deal for the chain fell through. All of its 400 stores across the UK will close by early October, the GMB union has said. It means redundancies now ...
The UK’s climate tech sector could receive a £4bn investment from Qatar as the Middle Eastern nation looks to establish a green energy research facility in southern England. Funded by the Qatar Foundation, the university-style facility will also be supported ...
UK independent parcel carrier Yodel has announced that it is creating over 2,000 seasonal roles in a mix of functions in the business as it prepares for what is expected to be a busy peak season for the industry. Roles ...
In today’s world of online shopping consumer preferences are changing ever fast. Businesses are always looking for solutions to help them maximize efficiency and output. Labeling machines are a prime example of that—a seemingly simple tool that managed to make ...
Lord Sugar, the business mogul and star of the popular reality TV show “The Apprentice,” has found himself at the centre of a financial whirlwind involving a hefty tax bill of £186 million. In an attempt to sidestep a substantial ...
Venture debt may not appear that enticing to founders during periods when capital is abundant and equity investors are pouring money into startups at sky-high valuations. However, when the funding market regains rationality and becomes more discerning, as we’re seeing ...
KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia is aiming for economic growth of at least 5% annually until 2025, lower than the Southeast Asian nation’s previous target, Prime Minister (PM) Anwar Ibrahim said on Monday. The lower forecast comes as Malaysia’s economy takes ...
HANOI — Executives at top US and Vietnamese firms in the semiconductor, tech and aviation sectors met on Monday as part of US President Joseph R. Biden’s visit to Hanoi, seeking to forge business partnerships with new deals in artificial ...