The opening 17 minutes of the 2013 science fiction thriller film Gravity amazed cinemagoers. In one long take, it shows…
Diesel ban approved for German cities to cut pollution
German cities will be allowed to ban older diesel vehicles from some areas following a landmark court ruling. The Federal…
Where did it go wrong for Carillion?
Construction giant Carillion is going into liquidation after its huge financial troubles finally overwhelmed it. The UK’s second-largest construction company…
US retirement village to have ‘largest ever’ self-driving taxi scheme
One of America’s largest retirement villages will have a fleet of self-driving taxis introduced next year. US firm Voyage said it…
First war horse grave given heritage protection by Historic England
The first ever war horse grave has been given heritage protection as Historic England celebrates unusual listings. The grave in Halewood,…
Would you sleep in your favourite shop?
To many, the idea of spending a night in an empty shop will conjure visions of hell. After all, how…
How Dragon Tej Lalvani made his millions
As one of the newest dragons to join reality TV show Dragons’ Den, Tej Lalvani has gained a reputation for…
Burberry: a lesson on leadership and succession
Recent difficulties at luxury fashion brand Burberry illustrate the vital importance of leadership roles and the need for a smooth…
Is the taboo around male make-up disappearing?
A growing number of young men are wearing make-up and big brands are embracing the trend. Could the stigma around…
Amount of sexual abuse in UK theatre ‘is extraordinary’
There is an “extraordinary” amount of sexual harassment in UK theatre, the artistic director of the Royal Court Theatre has…
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