There is no shortage of admiration for Britain’s fastest-growing businesses, and nor should there be. The entrepreneurs who disrupt industries, scale at speed and pull in investment embody much of what makes British enterprise so widely admired. They are a reminder that innovation, ambition and resilience remain alive and wellContinue Reading
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Tuning into Wimbledon from the comfort of your own home is almost a rite of passage for all Britons. Over these two weeks, even the most novice tennis fans can end up an armchair expert after consuming hours of BBC coverage that’s helped make stars like Sue Barker and ClareContinue Reading
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Extra £1bn secured for defence budget Sir Keir Starmer has found an extra £1bn to fund Britain’s defence following John Healey’s resignation over the issue. The Defence Investment Plan (DIP), originally due last year, has been held back amid furious wrangling within government over the amount of money required toContinue Reading
TOPSHOT – Paraguay’s midfielder #19 Julio Enciso celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between Germany and Paraguay at the Boston Stadium in Foxborough on June 29, 2026. (Photo by Odd ANDERSEN / AFP via Getty Images) (Image: AFP via GettyContinue Reading
