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But as attitudes to marriage shifted over the centuries, and the institution was no longer primarily seen as an arrangement cementing family ties and assets, rings came to symbolise romance. Diamonds emerged as the jewel…
Welcome to City AM ‘s FTSE 100 liveblog. It’s a new week in the City and global markets are gearing up for a chain of big events. Chief among them is the US midterms, which could have a major impact on the ongoing…
The Bank's nine-member monetary policy committee (MPC) is widely expected to increase the base rate from 3.75% to 4% on 5 November after UK inflation rose further to 3.5% in September. It could be the first of four…
Launched in New York City, Porsche Mission S shows how a new addition to the German marque’s lineup could look, and is positioned above the legendary 911 sports car. What makes the Mission S most intriguing, perhaps, is…
An investigation by the Commons business, innovation, science and trade select committee said Labour's failure to formulate a coherent strategy since 2024 "combined the worst of both worlds" for the UK in relation to…
The monarchy and the House of Lords fell into the first category, while the second included the executive and the House of Commons. The dignified parts might be rich in ceremonial grandeur; but the efficient parts…
It’s been a year that has taken me around the globe and reinforced my belief in the fundamental strengths of this country. Wherever I’ve travelled, I’ve been struck by the respect and admiration for British business. But…
Holding a towering 27.8 per cent market share across more than 3,600 shops, the supermarket chain is a fixture on high streets and retail parks across the UK. But the UK was once just a small part of the grocer’s global…
A Stasi officer marches onto the stage and directly addresses the audience. “We are under attack at all times,” he muses as an interrogation takes place behind him. He reveals some of the methods used when interviewing…
This means stricter background checks on your ability to repay. If you fail, then your purchase via BNPL will be blocked. If there's a chance of this happening to you, here are some ways to approach the situation. What…