Brave declaration by England on first day of Test
EdGbaston, June 17 With his magnificent, and certainly timely, unbeaten 30th Test century Joe Root saw England to 393 for eight declared on the first day of the Ashes series, and in the process...
ECB gives banks final post-Brexit orders
European regulators have started informing investment banks which businesses and staff they must move to the continent, starting the clock on compliance as a long-running post-Brexit review comes to a...
UK productive relations with EU an advantage for both
In contrast to the situation just a year ago, when the European Union was initiating court action against the UK, for problems arising from Brexit agreements, all 27 member states of the EU are now...
Ireland struggle as England dominate Test
As Ireland struggled in the afternoon sunshine, England put themselves in command with the batsmen totally dominating the second day and in the process playing Ireland out of the match. At tea, they...
England v Ireland, one-off Test, 1 June, 2023Ireland batsmen battling hard in Test
Ireland, in their second Test match at the HQ of cricket after four years – when they had come so close to pulling off a remarkable victory but for their poor batting which saw them dismissed for 38...
State of economy is similar for both UK and Europe
The economic situation of Europe shows that the UK is not alone in undergoing an economic slump. Europe’s major economies, led by Germany, its powerhouse, are also in the midst of a slump. Figures...
Probe into silencing victims of workplace misconduct
The Legal Services Board (LSB) in the UK is investigating the role lawyers play in the way companies use non-disclosure agreements (NDA) to conceal wrongdoing in the workplace. The board said concerns...
Despite defeat Spurs still bidding for Europe
On the day that saw Manchester City achieve the remarkable feat of becoming champions of the Premier League for the third consecutive year and for the fifth time in six years, Brentford beat Tottenham...
Company bosses exit with economy struggling
There has been a record rise in the turnover of CEOs, according to a study of FTSE 350 firms. The number of bosses departures among the UK’s top companies more than doubled over the last year, as...
Newcastle, Leeds drop valuable points
Leeds, May 14 In their current positions in the Premier League both Newcastle and Leeds could have done with maximum points from this game. With Manchester United on equal points with Newcastle and...
Everton struck five to stun Brighton
Brighton, May 9 In a match of considerable significance to both sides, Brighton’s European ambitions were dented while a determined Everton gratefully climbed out of the relegation zone – at...
Firms quit or step back from CBI after misconduct
An increasing number of firms have cut their association with CBI (Confederation of British Industry) after the group admitted it failed to sack staff, who sexually harassed female colleagues. It...
Rise in business activity gives hope for recovery
Hopes that the UK economy can live through surging inflation and a downturn in the retail sector, were given a boost by a survey showing business activity at its highest level for a year. The closely...
Liverpool clinch last-gasp thriller
Liverpool, April 30 In a nail-biting finish, Liverpool emerged winners with a 4-3 result to strengthen their position for European competition next season as Tottenham Hotspur too, despite the...
CFA exams undergo significant changes since 1960s
The CFA Institute, the global association overseeing one of the most sought-after qualifications for firms in the financial district of London (known as the ‘City’), is overhauling its programme...
Mahrez puts City in FA Cup final
London: A hat-trick by Riyad Mahrez, the first in a FA Cup semifinal in 65 years, ended Sheffield United’s hopes of reaching the cup final for the first time since 1936. With their 3-0 win,...
European exchanges team up for overhaul to rival US
European exchange groups in the EU are joining up their data, as regulators in the bloc look to take on the dominance of United States markets. As the European Commission pushes to create a...
String of defeats for struggling Chelsea
London: Having spent £600,000 million in signing new players, more than any other club, Chelsea are gradually reaching a crisis. They went down 2-1 at home to Brighton, following defeats against...
Economy not on the mend yet as recession fears persist
A recession is still on the cards in the UK despite the economy performing better than the experts were warning just a few months ago, according to new forecasts. Higher interest rates and households...
Spurs edge Brighton in fractious game
London: A well-contested match came to an end with tempers boiling over but Tottenham were relieved to claim all three points with a 2-1 win which keeps them in the running for a top-four finish....