Dr Rainer Zitelmann is a German historian, sociologist and author. His latest book is The Power of Capitalism. In our exclusive series, Zitelmann reveals a compelling body of evidence that…
Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn is expected to run as an independent candidate in Islington North when the next election rolls around. Corbyn has said he will “continue” to serve…
The head of PWC’s UK operations has stuck by the firm’s decision to keep the firm together despite other members of the elite accountancy family changing tack. Kevin Ellis, senior…
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The boss of Belgian insurer Ageas is reportedly flying to China to meet its largest shareholder amid speculation he is trying to gather support to raise its £3.2bn takeover offer…
Activist investor Bluebell has launched a fresh attack on oil supermajor BP over its net zero policies. Bluebell first opened fire on BP in January with a 30-page letter that…
Marks & Spencer (M&S) is reportedly close to a seven-year agreement with HSBC to transform its banking division into a financial services and loyalty “superapp”. The retailer and banking giant…
Japanese director Hirokazu Kore-eda has become a hallowed name in world cinema, thanks to striking family dramas like 2018’s Shoplifters. After making his last two films, The Truth and Broker,…
Get ready for the best LGBTQ films to hit London, as BFI Flare returns this week. Ahead of this year’s edition of the festival, we sat down with programmer Grace…
Like a legendary rock band, The Coen Brothers have reached the period where they are pursuing solo projects. Joel hit the ground running, making the remarkable Tragedy of Macbeth in…