<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> Consumer confidence is on the rise in the UK, with a hopeful outlook towards financial prospects emerging for the first time in two years, according to NatWest. Paul Thwaite, the bank’s chief executive, noted that the alleviation of price pressures, as inflation gradually recedes, appears to be […]
Brexit: business success beyond the borders
<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> The aftermath of Brexit has presented both unprecedented challenges and unique opportunities for businesses in the UK. Areas causing the biggest impact include increased costs, labour and skill issues and supply shortages, with many businesses having to reassess and adapt to thrive in a post-Brexit era. The […]
Global wine consumption falls to its lowest level since 1996 with production down 10%
<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> World wine consumption dropped to its lowest level since 1996 last year, with production down 10 per cent, after the world’s worst grape harvest in 62 years, a new report has revealed. While the rising cost of living has put a dent in consumption trends, experts at […]
MPs cast doubt over UK government’s readiness for post-Brexit border control checks
<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> MPs have cast doubt over the UK government’s readiness for post-Brexit border control checks, which are due to come in next week, arguing that a scaling back of its plans appeared to represent a sixth delay to their long-awaited introduction. The environment, food and rural affairs select […]
A decade’s worth of excitement: The 11th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition reignites at SM Mall of Asia
Prepare to be swept away on a global journey of unparalleled pyrotechnic brilliance and musical harmony as the night sky ignites with the dazzling displays of nine powerhouse nations in the 11th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition (PIPC). This eagerly awaited event returns after four years, reclaiming its throne as the […]
Tata rejects plea to keep Port Talbot blast furnace
<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> Tata Steel has rejected a plan from unions to keep one blast furnace running at Britain’s biggest steel plant in Port Talbot while it transitions to greener steel production. The company’s chief executive and managing director, TV Narendran, said the unions’ proposal was not “financially or operationally […]
Google accused of making it harder to search for rival
<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> Google has been accused of taking advantage of its market dominance to make it harder to search for a rival email service. Tuta Mail – which says it has more than ten million users worldwide – alleges that, since March, it hasn’t appeared prominently in Google searches […]
Microsoft’s push into AI is paying off as revenue beats expectations at $61.9 billion
<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> Microsoft’s strategic focus on artificial intelligence (AI) is yielding substantial returns, as evidenced by its impressive third-quarter revenue performance, surpassing Wall Street expectations. The company reported revenue of $61.9 billion, a 17% increase, and net income of $21.9 billion, a 20% rise compared to the previous year. […]
PHL digital economy’s share to GDP dropped in 2023
The digital economy’s annual contribution to the country’s economic output decreased as its growth slowed down in 2023, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported on Thursday. Preliminary data from the statistics agency showed the digital economy’s share to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) went down to 8.4% last year […]
CCIFP holds the 2024 edition of Tastin’ France Manila
Wines celebrate much more than their culture and history; they also allow people to connect and bond with each other. With what wine can do for people, the recent Tastin’ France Manila takes that to new heights by inviting wine & spirits producers and local importers, retailers, and distributors to […]