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Six essential skills employers say job seekers should have to stand out
A five-year study by the National Foundation for Educational Research identifies six key transferable skills employers prioritize: communication, collaboration, problem-solving, self-organization, adaptability, and information literacy.
Reform proposes £30 tax rebate for HMRC phone delays
Reform UK proposes a £30 tax rebate for HMRC phone delays exceeding 30 minutes, with the policy limited to two claims per tax year under party plans to improve customer service.
American Airlines adds batch of new international routes on its XLR planes
American Airlines announced seven new international routes for 2027, primarily using Airbus A321XLR aircraft, which offer extended range at lower operating costs than larger widebody planes.
One in eight young people not in work or education
Nearly one million young people in the UK are not in education, employment, or training, representing about one in eight people aged 16 to 24, according to official statistics.
Bots and bargains: Zara owner launches cut-price Lefties in UK to rival Primark
Inditex, owner of Zara, opened its first UK Lefties store in Liverpool on Thursday, a budget fashion chain featuring robot-assisted checkout and garment sorting to compete with Primark and Shein.
Sports Direct’s Ashley attacks Burnham over ‘populist’ High Street revival plans
Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley has criticized Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s retail and cost-of-living policies as “populist reactions,” calling specific proposals regarding business rates “delusional” in a letter to Downing Street.
Artificial intelligence: Why firms are struggling to set prices
Major technology firms are struggling to price AI-based services due to unpredictable token consumption and rapidly evolving economics, complicating long-term pricing agreements with customers.
Why airlines are warning over lithium-ion batteries
Airlines are intensifying warnings about lithium-ion batteries on flights after several incidents, including a power bank fire that destroyed a South Korean aircraft in January 2025.
After 10 years at United, CEO Scott Kirby is thinking big about the future of his airline from JFK to AI
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby, who joined the carrier a decade ago after being fired by American Airlines, is pursuing aggressive expansion plans including international routes and increased presence at New York’s JFK airport.
Danone €1bn takeover of Tring based Huel approved by watchdog
The Competition and Markets Authority has approved Danone’s €1 billion acquisition of British meal supplement maker Huel, which was founded in 2015 and is based in Hertfordshire.
Boohoo fined €2.3m by French watchdog over deceptive discounts
British online fashion retailer Boohoo has been fined €2.3m by France’s consumer watchdog for deceptive discount practices and misleading product labeling during a period spanning late 2023 to early 2024.
Reform UK proposes tax rebates for firms to boost apprenticeships
Reform UK proposes a 30% wage rebate for businesses hiring apprentices aged 16-18, alongside a £2,000 retention bonus, aiming to boost apprenticeship starts to 600,000 annually by 2034.
California AG tells CNBC that settling Paramount-WBD lawsuit would require ‘robust structural remedies’
California’s attorney general says resolving the states’ antitrust lawsuit against Paramount-Skydance’s acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would require “robust structural remedies” rather than the remedies Paramount has proposed.
Specsavers pays £12m dividend to parent company after jump in earnings
Specsavers paid £12m to its parent company after pre-tax profits rose to £429.7m and sales increased 7% to £4.3bn in the year to this February.
Bernard Matthews confirms closure of Derby factory
Bernard Matthews Foods is closing its Derby factory by the end of 2026 due to significant financial losses and external economic challenges, following consultations with employee representatives.
Walmart sees sales growth slip as US shoppers feel the squeeze
Walmart’s US sales growth hit a six-year low as consumer spending slowed, particularly among lower-income households dealing with rising fuel prices.
Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters
Southampton and other UK cities host government-backed e-scooter trials since 2021, but six years on, the government has yet to decide whether to legalize privately owned devices or make rental schemes permanent.
Artificial intelligence: Why firms are struggling to set prices
AI companies struggle to price services due to unpredictable token consumption and rapidly shifting economics, making long-term cost models unreliable for vendors and customers alike.
Trump wants to split the MMR vaccine. Experts say that’s unlikely — and comes with consequences
President Trump issued an executive order to split the MMR vaccine into three separate shots, but health experts say the proposal lacks scientific basis and could worsen vaccination rates.
What will TV look like in three years? Media insiders share their predictions
Media executives predict continued decline in traditional cable TV over the next three years, with streaming consolidation, personalization, and commerce integration reshaping the industry landscape.
Harland & Wolff: Shipyard cranes to be overhauled ahead of major contract
Belfast’s Harland & Wolff shipyard will invest £3m to overhaul its iconic yellow cranes ahead of a major Royal Navy contract as Spanish owner Navantia prepares the facility for Fleet Solid Support ship assembly.
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Bobby Kotick’s Activision Blizzard Hires Kristen Hines as Its New Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer
Bobby Kotick’s Activision Blizzard appointed Kristen Hines to the role of chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer. Her first day is set for April 25, the video game company confirmed through a press release. Hines is joining Activision’s leadership team and will...
Service Robots on the Up and Up in Industry in 2021
Service Robots such as mobile robots or robot manipulators are being used by industry more and more according to a new report compiled by World Robotics. In growth terms, service robots saw double digit growth throughout 2021. The World Robotics 2021 – Service Robots...
How to Increase Employee Engagement
One of the biggest challenges today for HR professionals is how to keep their employees actively engaged. So what is an engaged employee? An engaged employee is one who is enthusiastic, committed and motivated by their work. An engaged employee produces. An engaged...
How much is the Aloha POS System?
The Aloha Point of Sale (POS) system is popularly used on the market. This system offers many mobile POS options and three terminals for your business. And it is widely used by restaurants, bars, cafés, and other food-related businesses. Many times people find it...