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OSHRM, London Business School ink pact to promote leadership in Oman

MUSCAT: Oman Society for Human Resource Management (OSHRM) signed a historic partnership with London Business School (LBS) to improve leadership excellence in Oman by blending world best practices with local relevance. The partnership was formally launched …

Assets of collapsed NI clothing brand which helped homeless are sold to London business

UK is fastest-growing G7 country in Q1 2025, as US exports jump ahead of trade war – business live

UK was fastest-growing G7 member in Q1 2025Britain has outpaced major international rivals for growth in the first quarter of this year, by accelerating in January-March. The UK’s 0.7% growth in Q1 2025 shows it was the fastest-growing economy in the G7 …

UK is fastest-growing G7 member in Q1 2025, as US exports jump ahead of trade war – business live

UK was fastest-growing G7 member in Q1 2025Britain has outpaced major international rivals for growth in the first quarter of this year, by accelerating in January-March. The UK’s 0.7% growth in Q1 2025 shows it was the fastest-growing economy in the G7 …

UK is fastest-growing G7 member in Q1 2025, as US exports jump ahead of trade war – business live

UK was fastest-growing G7 member in Q1 2025Britain has outpaced major international rivals for growth in the first quarter of this year, by accelerating in January-March. The UK’s 0.7% growth in Q1 2025 shows it was the fastest-growing economy in the G7 …

UK GDP grows 0.7% in unexpected piece of good news for embattled Rachel Reeves

The UK economy grew at the fastest rate in a year over the first quarter of 2025, providing an unexpected boost for Chancellor Rachel Reeves, new official figures show. Gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 0.7% between January and March, the Office …

Post-Covid home working has failed to level up UK economy, study finds

The post-pandemic shift to greater home working among highly skilled professionals has failed to level up Britain’s economy and help struggling regions as many had predicted it would, according to academic research. Hybrid working – where workers split …

UK economy defies gloomy warnings to grow 0.7% in first quarter of year

The UK economy grew by 0.7% in the first three months of the year, according to official figures, defying business warnings of a collapse in confidence ahead of Labour’s tax increases and Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs. The Office for National Statistics …

Reeves welcomes growth figures as former No 10 adviser says taxes will have to rise in budget – UK politics live

Good morning. There is some good news for the government this morning. As Richard Partington reports, the UK economy grew by a bigger than forecast 0.7% in the first three months of the year, figures show, defying business warnings of a collapse in …

UK urged not to exploit poor countries in rush for critical minerals

The risk of neocolonial exploitation in the global rush for critical minerals must be addressed by the government as it formulates its official supply chain strategy, say civil society campaigners. They have said the scrabble for access is being …

United Wines celebrates 40 years of success in Northern Ireland

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com  and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Craigavon-based drinks wholesaler United Wines is celebrating its 40th birthday in Northern Ireland, marking four decades of successful growth and innovation in the …

Late licences for Lionesses and Wales fans if teams reach Women’s Euros final stages

15 May 2025, 08:16 Fans could be toasting into the early hours this summer if England or Wales make it to the Women’s Euros final stages, with pubs allowed to open until 1am. Picture: Getty By EJ Ward Pubs in England and Wales will be allowed to extend …

35-year-old in Nashville may have to move family business overseas due to Trump tariffs: 'We can't double the price'

For over 60 years, the speakers made by Auratone may have helped bring some of your favorite songs to life. Auratone, founded in 1958, is the company behind the 5C speaker, which in the 1970s became a go-to for studio engineers and the one used to mix …

The tiny island in Scotland that could slap tourists with harsh 'Venice-style' tax

Orkney, just off the northeastern coast of Scotland, is considering implementing a visitor tax similar to Venice’s, where a point-of-entry levy would be introduced to better control the influx of tourists. With 450,000 visitors annually and a population of …

Business activity in the North East falls for first time in 14 months - tracker

Firms have reported that increased global economic uncertainty, particularly related to US tariff announcements, is significantly impacting demand across various regions. This is reflected in observations of reduced client activity and overall caution …

Law Society of Scotland appoints new chief executive

Ben Kemp has been appointed the new chief executive of the Law Society of Scotland. He will join in August from the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA), where he has worked primarily as general counsel and executive director, with a recent 15-month …

DHL eCommerce UK to merge with Evri

Evri, one of the UK’s largest dedicated parcel delivery companies, and DHL eCommerce, the ecommerce logistics specialist of DHL Group, have today announced a strategic transaction that will see the merger of DHL eCommerce UK with Evri. The merged Evri …

British Gas boss issues warning over change to UK electricity prices

The chief executive of British Gas's parent company has warned that the government's determined push to achieve net zero will not translate to lower bills for UK households. In a message shared on the business social media platform, LinkedIn, Chris …

DUP leader affirms NI local produce ‘the best in the world’ amid fears of UK-US deal damaging farming sector

Gavin Robinson MP told the Belfast Telegraph that NI produce “is the best in the world” as he visited the opening day of the Balmoral Show on Wednesday. Gavin Robinson Over 100,000 visitors will descend on the Eikon Exhibition Centre for the four-day …

EVs Just Got Smarter — Meet the First Agentic-AI Vehicle OS, Powered by Olympian and Foxconn

Olympian and Foxconn unveil the first Agentic-AI OS for Electric Vehicles — an open, AI-native platform to operate vehicle electronics & software architecture. Google (NASDAQ:GOOG) BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩…

SGS Nutrasource Secures GRAS Notification for Shanghai EGT Synbio’s Dr.Ergo® Ergothioneine

EAST SUSSEX, UNITED KINGDOM, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SGS Nutrasource is pleased to announce that Shanghai EGT Synbio Group, with support from GRAS Associates (GA), an SGS Nutrasource company, has received a “no questions” letter from …

AEC's Iron Parts and Stellantis Sign Strategic Parts Distribution Agreement

Iron Parts, a subsidiary of AEC, signs multi-year deal with Stellantis to supply Mopar parts for Ram and Dodge vehicles across the EU. MUNICH, GERMANY, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Iron Parts Now Supplying Official Mopar Parts Across the …

Labworks USA Expands Nationwide Partner Program, With New Revenue Opportunities for Transportation-Focused Businesses

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Labworks USA, a leading DOT-compliant drug and alcohol testing consortium, is proud to announce the expansion of its nationwide Partner Program. This initiative invites businesses in …

READI Collect Expands to Over 1,100 Collectors Nationwide and Launches Version 2.0 of Its Industry-Leading App

WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- READI Collect, a pioneer in mobile drug and alcohol testing solutions, proudly announces two significant milestones: the expansion of its mobile collector network to over 1,100 …

Carccu® Recognized as Key Innovator in PFAS-Free Food Packaging Market

SASTAMALA, PIRKANMAA, FINLAND, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global transition toward safer materials has accelerated the rise of PFAS-free food packaging — and Carccu® is playing a vital role in shaping this new direction. Cited by …

Coffee Filter Paper Market Share Analysis to Surpass USD 1115.5 Million by 2035, Driven by Premium Coffee Demand | FMI

Coffee filter paper market varies by region, driven by sustainability, consumer tastes and coffee culture. Firm adapting locally unlock strong growth potential. NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The coffee filter paper market …

U.S. Hospitality Staffing Market Projected To Witness Massive Growth, 2025-2032 | Culinary Staffing, PeopleReady, HSS

BURLINGAME, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Hospitality Staffing Market is estimated to be valued at USD 166.49 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 258.72 Bn by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate …

Utility Management & Conservation Association (UMCA) Expands Membership Opportunities to Property Owners and Managers

SAFETY HARBOR, FL, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Utility Management & Conservation Association (UMCA), the leading industry association providing best practices, latest technology and regulations related to utility …

Alana Monteiro and Grammy Winner Butch Tavares Release Passionate New R&B Single 'We Can’t Go On This Way'

The single is available starting May 15th, 2025, on every leading music streaming platform. MA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed recording artist Alana Monteiro and legendary Grammy Award-winning singer Butch Tavares ( …

From Scale to Precision: Richard Dailly Joins Compliancia Intelligence as Senior Partner

Richard Dailly joins Compliancia as Senior Partner, bringing top-tier intelligence expertise and agility to Asia’s boutique investigations landscape. BANGKOK, THAILAND, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Intelligence and investigations executive …

IUX obtiene dos reconocimientos en los Global Brands Awards 2025

IUX ganó en Global Brand 2025 como Mejor Bróker Forex por bajos spreads y Mejor Tecnología de Gestión de Riesgos, destacando su innovación y transparencia. LIMASSOL, VINCENT, CYPRUS, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IUX ha marcado otro hito …

Integrated MLM Software Unveils New Features to Simplify Network Marketing Operations

Integrated MLM Software’s new features focus on automation, user experience, and real-time insights—making network marketing more efficient and scalable. KOCHI, KERALA, INDIA, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Integrated MLM Software, a leading …

UX ने 2025 ग्लोबल ब्रांड्स अवॉर्ड में दो पुरस्कार जीते

LIMASSOL, VINCENT, CYPRUS, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IUX ने वित्तीय बाजारों में एक और महत्वपूर्ण उपलब्धि हासिल की है, GLOBAL BRANDS AWARD, एशिया 2025 में दो प्रतिष्ठित खिताब जीतकर: लो स्प्रेड्स के लिए सर्वश्रेष्ठ फॉरेक्स ब्रोकर और …

The Tokyo Financial Award 2025 is now accepting applications for the Financial Innovation Category

TOKYO, JAPAN, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Tokyo Metropolitan Government, with the aim of making Tokyo an “Innovation and Financial Hub in Asia for Realizing a Sustainable Society,” is making effective use of “Special Zones for …

Global Poly Bagging Machines Market Forecast To Reach $2.52 Billion By 2029 With 6.0% Annual Growth

The Business Research Company's Poly Bagging Machines Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What is the expected size and …

Mono-Material Packaging Global Market Report 2025: Incisive Insights on Market Trends, Projections and Key Players

The Business Research Company's Mono-Material Packaging Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The mono-material packaging …

Global Pemphigus Vulgaris Market Insights 2025: Key Trends, Market Size, And Growth Forecast

The Business Research Company’s Pemphigus Vulgaris Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What Does The Market Size Indicate About The …

Innovative Treatments Boost Poly(ADP-Ribose) Polymerase (PARP) Inhibitors Global Market to $13.45 billion By 2029

The Business Research Company's Poly(ADP-Ribose) Polymerase (PARP) Inhibitors Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The poly( …

Growth In The Necrotizing Enterocolitis Market Forecast: Expected To Reach $6.62 Billion By 2029

The Business Research Company’s Necrotizing Enterocolitis Global Market Report 2025 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s …