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43 UK breweries have become insolvent in the last year*, says national accountancy group UHY Hacker Young. The 43 breweries that have become insolvent include names like Fourpure (location of a famous photo shoot for Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak), By The Horns, Magic Rock Brewery, Burton Town Brewery and Wild Weather Ales. Many of which are small, independent craft beer producers facing mounting cost pressures. Brian Johnson, Partner at UHY Hacker Young, says: “The craft beer boom was one of the most exciting recent trends in food and drink. Unfortunately, it is a sector that attracted too many entrepreneurs…

Boodil, a pioneering payments fintech, has forged an exciting partnership with Aquilium Travel, a premier luxury travel agency based in Cheshire, renowned for its bespoke and personalised travel experiences. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Boodil’s mission to transform payment processing for the travel industry through its innovative open banking platform. Boodil’s travel payments platform, launched last year is designed to meet the unique needs of travel merchants. The platform leverages Open Banking technology to offer a cost-effective, secure, and efficient alternative to traditional card payments. Boodil has already gained traction in the industry, securing partnerships with prominent organisations…

When Rachel Horan appeared on The ActionCOACH Business Growth Podcast, her story didn’t just inspire – it stopped listeners in their tracks. A successful business owner today, Rachel is the founder of Angel Aesthetics by Rachel in St. Helens – but her path to entrepreneurship began in one of the darkest chapters of her life. A survivor of domestic abuse, Rachel was evicted from her house of nearly two decades, with nowhere to turn and three children to raise alone. What followed wasn’t just the launch of a business – it was the rebuilding of a life, one decision at…

[London, May 2025] Award-winning bar group, Arc Inspirations, the leading operator behind the premium bar brands, Banyan, BOX and Manahatta, has announced plans to open a flagship venue in London this autumn. The announcement marks a significant milestone in Arc’s growth strategy, which will see the operator investing £4M to open a BOX, off Shaftesbury Avenue in the heart of London’s West End district. Spread across two floors, the 7,200ft venue is set to open to its first customers in October, with the aim of becoming the go-to premium destination for watching sport, interactive competitive socialising and live entertainment. The new…

Leading deposit alternative provider, flatfair, has announced a partnership with one of Europe’s largest residential landlords, Heimstaden. The move – that will be seen as something of a coup – comes at a time of significant change for the UK lettings market with rents set to continue rising while new legislation seeks to reform the sector’s entire regulatory framework. Heimstaden, which owns 156,000 apartments in 330 towns in nine countries across Europe, will use flatfair for referencing, deposit registration and deposit alternatives – utilising integrations with Homeppl, Spike and the Tenancy Deposit Scheme to streamline processes and enhance the renting…

As UKHospitality marks seven years in operation, the leading trade body has significantly grown its member representation. Over the past 18 months, the leading voice of hospitality has significantly grown its membership across all types and size of business – from independent pubs, restaurants and hotels, to major UK-wide operators. New members include the likes of the Beautiful Pubs Collective, easyHotel, Fulham Shore, Leonardo Hotels, Nutwood Pubs, Paulton’s Park, Popeye’s and Starbucks. A number of strategic affiliate partnerships with the Association for Indoor Play, the Professional Association of Self Caterers UK and the B&B Association have enabled UKHospitality to build…

Mike Majlak, a popular social media personality and co-host of the Impaulsive podcast, has often been in the news, particularly regarding his romantic life. Fans of Mike frequently ponder which women win his heart, and Sara Maughan is the most recent addition to his list of romantic partners. We’ll look at their relationship in this editorial, from its thrilling start to its abrupt conclusion, and how Mike’s private life affected his public image. The Public Eye: The Love Life of Mike Majlak Since becoming well-known for his podcast partnerships with Logan Paul, Mike Majlak’s romantic life has generated a lot…

In this TrendsFinGroup.com review (Trends Financial Group), we explore one of the emerging names in the world of online trading and investment platforms, especially for Canadian traders who are looking for a trusted solution. With a sleek website, a promise of personalized financial growth, and a range of account types that cater to both beginners and experienced investors, TrendsFinGroup.com is attracting attention.  But does it live up to the hype? Let’s dive deep into its offerings, tools, trading instruments, and what real users are saying to determine whether this platform is worth your time and investment. TrendsFinGroup.com Review: Company Overview…

FEXSE is bringing a new era of investment to life by tokenising high-value tangible assets on the blockchain. The platform allows anyone to own a piece of real estate, fine art, or luxury goods, with the benefits of increased liquidity and broader access. As a next-generation RWA platform, FEXSE’s token studio helps transform once-inaccessible physical assets into digital investments. It’s a forward-thinking approach that blends finance, technology, and inclusivity. “We’re here to transform the way people invest,” said Bünyamin Saraç, Marketing Director at FEXSE. “Using our tokenisation technology, FEXSE opens the door for individuals across all income levels to access…

Few people in the rapidly changing fields of robotics and artificial intelligence captivate the public’s interest as much as Elon Musk. Digitally altered photos and rumors of Musk with a “robot girlfriend” have been going viral recently, igniting discussions about the future of human-robot relationships. Even though these specific pictures have been shown to be artificial intelligence (AI)-generated fakes, they still spark a larger conversation about the place of humanoid robots in our everyday lives. Tesla Optimus and the AI-Human Companionship Landscape AttributeDetailsTopicMusk Robot Girlfriend (AI Companionship Speculation)Robot NameOptimus (Tesla Bot)CompanyTesla, Inc.First UnveiledAugust 2021 (AI Day)Physical Description5’8” height, 125 lbs…