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Harmanpreet Kaur & Co. kicked off the Sri Lanka Women tour of India 2025 in spectacular fashion, securing a comfortable eight-wicket victory at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Sunday. Disciplined Indian bowling restricts Sri Lanka to 121 India’s decision to bowl first paid immediate dividends. Kranti Gaud provided the early breakthrough by dismissing the dangerous Sri Lankan captain, …

First vinyl records made a comeback, then baggy jeans. Now Britain’s most nostalgic comfort food is enjoying a revival, as a TikTok-famous jacket potato business plots a nationwide expansion. SpudBros, the family-run baked potato brand founded in Preston, is preparing to roll out across the UK after striking a partnership with EG On The Move, the roadside retail group led …

A UK maritime robotics startup led by a 22-year-old founder has raised more than £750,000 to develop autonomous robots designed to clean ships’ hulls, reduce fuel consumption and remove the need for hazardous underwater diving work. Edinburgh-based ScrubMarine, founded by Rohith Devanathan while he was still a student, has secured the funding in a venture round led by SFC Capital …

Leonardo has warned the UK government that it may be forced to shut down its helicopter manufacturing operations in Britain if it fails to secure a flagship £1 billion Ministry of Defence contract, a move that would threaten the future of the country’s last remaining helicopter factory. In a letter to defence secretary John Healey, Roberto Cingolani, chief executive of …

Rachel Reeves has ordered a review into the impact of abolishing the UK’s non-domiciled tax status, as questions grow over whether the reforms will deliver the revenues promised by the Treasury. The chancellor will assess self-assessment tax returns for the 2025–26 tax year, with findings expected to be published in 2026. It marks the first time the government has publicly …

The iGaming market holds huge growth potential for emerging players. iGaming brands are reporting record revenue growth and market expansions every quarter, and as its remarkable growth trajectory continues, it’s influencing digital business models worldwide. The truth is that players have always looked for more interactive experiences within the iGaming landscape, and as a result, casinos that are not on …

A business website is no longer just an online brochure. It is your sales platform, brand showcase, and first impression rolled into one. For local businesses competing in today’s digital landscape, professional website design and development is what separates growth from stagnation. A well-built site attracts the right visitors, builds trust quickly, and turns traffic into enquiries and sales. That …

For any business leader, the priority is always growth, stability, and the welfare of their team. Protecting physical assets and ensuring a safe working environment are foundational to these goals. While locks and alarms have their place, the modern approach to business protection has evolved significantly. Today, a robust strategy relies on visibility and responsiveness. Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) has long …

New multi-AI integration enables real-time cross-verification for translation precision In the world of AI translation, relying on a single engine has long meant accepting its blind spots. From occasional hallucinations to awkward phrasing or cultural mismatches, many businesses have learned that one engine’s output often isn’t enough. That’s why MachineTranslation.com is making a decisive shift, introducing five new AI engines …

High-Quality Materials That Make Affordable Restaurant Booths Last When investing in restaurant booths, affordability doesn’t have to mean sacrificing quality. High-quality materials are the backbone of durable and long-lasting seating. Affordable booths often feature reinforced hardwood or metal frames that withstand heavy daily use, ensuring they remain stable and secure over time. Upholstery is selected for both comfort and resilience, …

While running a small business in any industry is extremely challenging, it can also be hugely rewarding if you employ a sound financial strategy. Gaining an understanding of effective trading strategies can play a key role in helping small business owners maximise the profits they make. Using tax-free trading platforms like Spreadex can help owners keep more of their gains …

Small business owners are used to new tools arriving with big promises. First it was social media schedulers, then CRMs, then generative writing assistants. Now a more personal category is showing up in the app ecosystem: AI companionship. On the surface, it can sound like a consumer trend that doesn’t belong in business conversation. But SMEs are already feeling its …