While some high street brands have been having a hard time of late (Wilko, Boots, we’re looking at you), others like Aldi, Asda and the Range have been positively thriving. All have announcing a tonne of new openings across the country. Now joining their ranks is beloved blue-and-orange bargain store B&M. Over the next three...
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The UK’s 20 best fish and chip shops right now have been crowned
When it comes to fish and chips, we Brits have high standards: chips tripled cooked to perfection, crispy ASMR-worthy batter and creamy, herby mushy peas are all components of the ideal newspaper-wrapped dinner. It’s not an easy combination to nail. Done badly, you can be lumped with chewy sticks of potato and soggy, flavourless cod. But done well,...
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Zara to expand live shopping broadcasts to the US, UK and Europe
Zara is set to expand its live shopping broadcasts to the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe later this year as the retailer’s trial in China continues to gain traction. The Spanish fashion retailer, which is owned by Inditex, is investing in new shopping formats following analyst expectations of a slowdown in sales growth,...
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UK shop price inflation eases to lowest level in more than two years
The UK’s annual inflation rate dropped to 0.6% in May. Credit: William Barton via Shutterstock. Shop price inflation in the UK has fallen to its lowest level since November 2021, according to data from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) and NielsenIQ. The country’s annual inflation rate dropped to 0.6% this month (May), down from 0.8%...
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Cost of living latest news
Travel between London and Birmingham for less than a tenner as price war intensifies Savvy travellers can book train tickets between London and Birmingham for under £10. Avanti West Coast has just slashed its “Superfare” ticket by 25% to just £9 each way. To snap up the reduced prices, passengers need to book between one...
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Yeezy Gap Official Store United Kingdom Buy Now 25% Flat Sale
Google News Recentlyheard 9 Introduction to Yeezy Hole Yeezy Hole, the collaboration between Kanye West’s Yeezy model and Hole, has made waves within the trend trade. Combining Yeezy’s revolutionary designs with Hole’s wide-reaching retail community, YeezyGap presents a singular mix of excessive trend and accessibility. This partnership goals to deliver Yeezy’s distinct aesthetic to a...
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‘TikTok Shop to go live in continental Europe this summer’
TikTok is set to introduce its ecommerce activities in continental Europe soon. The company has started inviting merchants to beta-test in Germany, France, Italy, and Spain. Launches in other European countries are likely to follow eventually.
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What is Temu and is it safe to buy from? – Which? News
Temu exploded onto the online marketplace scene in 2023, rocketing in popularity and creating a huge buzz on social media and beyond. Word of mouth is everything for this new online marketplace; you may well have heard from a friend who’s bought a water bottle for £2 or a pair of trainers for £6. But...
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United Kingdom-based Pret A Manger coffee shop opens Westwood location – Daily Bruin
Westwood welcomed a new type of buzz Saturday: Pret A Manger, a United Kingdom-based coffee shop. Pret A Manger, commonly referred to as Pret, is a sandwich and organic coffee chain that has a multitude of items on its menu, including varieties of coffee, grab-and-go sandwiches and baked goods – with vegan and vegetarian options....
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Apple News+ introduces Quartiles, a new game, and Offline Mode for subscribers
13 May 2024 UPDATE Apple News+ introduces Quartiles, a new original spelling game, and Offline Mode for subscribers Apple News+ introduced Quartiles, a new original spelling game, and a new Offline Mode that automatically provides recent and personalised News content for subscribers when they’re not connected to Wi-Fi or a cellular network. Both features are available...
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UK ‘Tourist Tax’ sends tourists flocking to Paris, Milan and Madrid for tax-free shopping
Thousands of tourists who used to come to Britain for tax-free shopping are now visiting stores in Paris, Milan and Madrid after the UK scrapped the incentive in the wake of Brexit. UK ‘Tourist Tax’ sends tourists flocking to Paris, Milan and Madrid for tax-free shopping (AP File Photo/Luca Bruno) New analysis shows that 162,000...
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Eurovision winner ‘named’ days before live final and it’s bad news for our Olly
THIS year’s Eurovision winner has been ‘revealed’ just days before the live final – and it’s bad news for Olly Alexander. UK entry Olly, 33, will be competing in the most-watched contest in the world this weekend in Malmo, Sweden, with his song Dizzy. 4 This year’s Eurovision winner has been ‘revealed’ just days before the live finalCredit:...