Expert Chelsea Fagan shares her four cardinal rules for being a stellar guest this festive season, from gift etiquette to communication. Plus, discover sustainable pet toys and unique small-business gifts.
A leading US tax consultant warns of a 'nationwide hot mess' in 2025 due to new tax rules, government shutdowns, and natural disasters. Learn how UK businesses with US interests can prepare.
Discover five standout gift ideas from small UK businesses for a meaningful festive season. Support local entrepreneurs and find unique presents. Shop small this Christmas!
A Modesto food truck owner must rename his business 'Flaco's Tacos' by January 1 after a cease and desist from a Chicago chain. He's asking the public for new name ideas.
HSBC UK launches a competition for three small firms to win a day with a celebrity brand ambassador. Judged by Dame Kelly Holmes and Brian O'Driscoll. Enter by 5 January.
Volumes Bookcafe, a beloved independent Chicago bookstore, is closing after a 30% sales plunge. The owners cite a new Barnes & Noble as the cause, echoing the plot of 'You've Got Mail'. Support your local bookshops.
A California food truck faces a £6,000 rebrand after a trademark infringement lawsuit from a Chicago restaurant. Owner seeks public help to choose a new name by December 5.
UK net immigration falls to 204,000, but asylum claims hit a record 110,000. Discover the conflicting trends shaping Britain's immigration debate and public perception.
UK small businesses face sales declines as US ends $800 tariff exemption. Holiday shopping season brings new challenges for international e-commerce traders.
Ex-footballer Jamie Redknapp's fashion brand threatens legal action against family-run paddleboard business over use of Sandbanks name. Owner claims £350,000 stock at risk.
Reform UK's new small business tsar Kevin Byrne is under fire for promoting anti-vaccine theories and controversial views. Discover the full story and its political implications.
As UK Christmas markets open across the country, small businesses face eye-watering stall rental costs while visitors complain about high prices. Discover the true cost of festive trading.
A baker's decision to charge her sister $500 for a wedding cake ignited a fierce debate about family, fairness, and the value of creative work. Should siblings expect free professional services?
Discover the UK's top 10 independent high streets, from Brighton to Edinburgh, as revealed by new American Express research. Support local businesses and plan your next visit!
The Guardian issues a correction on knife crime statistics for London, Dorset, North Yorkshire, and Suffolk. Discover the accurate ONS data and other recent amendments.
Vietnamese tailor Nam Huynh hasn't taken a day off work in 36 years, running Melbourne's Dejour Jeans. Discover how this local legend created a denim empire through relentless dedication.
New research uncovers that UK small business owners start with an average of only £6,000, relying on personal savings and family loans. Discover the sacrifices made and the support needed for success.
Sydney entrepreneur Mariam Stevenson discusses Australia's transactional relationships and lack of community support for small businesses. Discover why urban connections feel superficial.
Small businesses face payment delays and project cancellations during historic US government shutdown. Discover how UK firms are affected and what happens next.
Melbourne couple scores legal victory after trash company dumped 26 mattresses over bad review. Their £160k legal nightmare highlights risks for ordinary consumers.
The UK's Office for National Statistics will reduce its publications by 10% in 2026 to prioritise core data reliability amid Treasury concerns. Discover how this affects economic policymaking.
London's private sector surges with strongest growth in over a year, outpacing national average as business confidence soars across the capital.
Independent business owner Kelly Gibson faces multinational corporation L'Oréal at intellectual property tribunal over trademark dispute that could set precedent for small UK businesses.
Exclusive investigation reveals Instagram's shadow banning tactics that are devastating small businesses and creators without warning or explanation.
Fast-growing potato bar chain SpudBros faces bullying allegations after demanding small business Spud Brothers change its name in a bitter trademark dispute that's left the food industry divided.
Springfield, Ohio's remarkable economic revival is being powered by an unexpected force - a growing Haitian community that's breathing new life into abandoned businesses and creating jobs where they're needed most.
A family-run potato business faces David vs Goliath battle after SpudBros allegedly threatened legal action over similar branding in what's being called corporate bullying of small UK enterprises.
Australian entrepreneur Dick Smith delivers scathing criticism of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's leadership, claiming Australian businesses are 'going backwards' under his government amid cost of living pressures.
Conservative Immigration Minister Chris Philp sparks outrage after questioning the accuracy of official migration figures, accusing the Office for National Statistics of using 'immigration survey' methods.
New official statistics show residents of Wales face significantly greater risks of violence and robbery compared to their English counterparts, raising concerns about public safety.