BP’s boss has said the oil supermajor will focus on extracting maximum cash from its investments going forward as the company resets its long-term goals. Speaking to analysts today as …
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Where to watch Super Bowl 2024 in London, from pubs to restaurants
Get ready for an epic all-nighter… here’s where to watch the Super Bowl 2024 Whether you’re American, a sports fan, or a hedonist looking for an excuse to get plastered …
Cut interest rates or risk ‘more profound’ impact on UK economy, Bank MPC member warns
The Bank of England should cut interest rates immediately or risk a “more profound” hit to the economy, a Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) member said today. Swati Dhingra, the only …
New Zealand Whisky: How to celebrate Waitangi Day in London
Today is Waitangi Day, the national day of Aotearoa-New Zealand. It commemorates the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, an 1840 agreement between native Māori and representatives of the British …
TalkTalk buys half-a-million Shell Energy customers in deal with Octopus
TalkTalk has bought almost 500,000 Shell Energy customers in a deal with Octopus Energy. The Salford-headquartered telecoms provider said around 480,000 customers will transfer over during the course of 2024. …
Spotify share price jumps on record subscriber numbers despite £64m loss
Spotify shares surged eight per cent on Tuesday after the streamer said it has hit a new record number of subscribers. But it reported a €75m (£64m) loss as it …
England coach McCullum praises Stokes’ empathetic leadership
England Test head coach Brendon McCullum has praised Ben Stokes’ “empathetic” leadership after his side lost their second match against India to leave the series drawn. Captain Stokes’ side were …
FCA: We’re moving at the ‘speed and precision’ of a Formula One team on London listing reform
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is delivering reforms to the UK’s listing regime with the “speed and precision” of a Formula One team, a top official has claimed, despite fears …
Coca-Cola HBC follows McDonald’s in feeling the heat of Israel-Gaza war boycotts
Shares in Coca Cola HBC edged down this morning amid warnings from analysts that the bottler of the iconic fizzy drink could be the latest to feel the financial pain …
Media tycoon Richard Desmond’s lottery firm files claim against Gambling Commission
British publishing group owned by media baron Richard Desmond has filed new legal action against the Gambling Commission. Desmond’s Northern and Shell and its subsidiary, the New Lottery Company, launched …