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Croydon shop owner devastated as his store is looted ten times each day

Image by the BBC A food market owner from South London has expressed his dejection after witnessing more than ten cases of shoplifting in a day. Benedict Selvaratnam, who runs his family business – Freshfields Market in Croydon, told MyLondon that his staff has had to regularly put up with violence and abuse from thieves. […]

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Shopkeeper who is accused of choking a female customer goes into hiding after angry protests

Image by MyLondon By News Desk A Peckham shopkeeper has gone into hiding after angry protesters started gathering in front of his store. A video clip of Sohail Sindho went viral, where he was seen allegedly choking a woman after an argument broke out over a refund. Sindho works at Peckham Hair and Cosmetics, where

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Welsh steel’s future secured as UK Government and Tata Steel announce Port Talbot green transition proposal

Image by Tata Steel in Europe The UK Government and Tata Steel on 15 September agreed on a proposed joint investment package which will secure a sustainable future for steelmaking in Port Talbot, modernise production of greener steel and protect skilled jobs, subject to consultation and regulatory approvals. Tata Steel is expected to invest £1.25

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Iconic flour brand, Elephant Atta, launches heart-warming new ad campaign – ‘Home Is Where The Elephant Atta Is’

A cherished and iconic name that can be found in South Asian households up and down the country, Elephant Atta has launched a heart-warming campaign entitled ‘Home Is Where The Elephant Atta Is’ to captivate audiences by celebrating the vital role of flour as the key staple in South Asian family life. The new advert is an ode to

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Reliance Retail acquires majority stake in Alia Bhatt founded kids’ wear brand Ed-a-Mamma

Image by Instagram @aliaabhatt  Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd. (RRVL) has entered into a joint venture with a 51 per cent stake in Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt-founded kids and maternity wear brand Ed-a-Mamma, on Wednesday, 6 September. In the announcement of the investment, RRVL stated that the partnership will facilitate the expansion of the brand into

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Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar criticises First Minister Humza Yousaf for putting independence before economy

Image by Yahoo Sport By News Desk The leader of the Scottish Labour Party, Anas Sarwar, has criticised First Minister Humza Yousaf for prioritising the agenda for independence over improving the economy. According to reports, the GDP in Scotland declined by 0.3 per cent in the second quarter from April to June this year. Yousaf

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Samosa personalities: How do you eat yours?

Samosas have risen to become one of the UK\’s favourite snack options with a recent survey by the United Kingdom Tea & Infusions Association (UKTIA) showing they’re the second most popular nibble among young people. Now, a renowned food futurologist has revealed that how you eat your samosa says something about your personality.  In a

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Regal Food Products Group Plc Acquires First Non-Food Business, Packaging \’R\’ Us

Regal Food Products Group Plc, the food group owners behind household brands, Regal Foods and Yorkshire Baking Company, have acquired Packaging \’R\’ Us for an undisclosed sum – their first non-food and drink business. The acquisition comes in response to the groups long-term vision of expanding and strengthening their wholesale and food service offering, whilst

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Care company boss shortlisted for a prestigious business award

Suhail Rehman Local home care company boss, Suhail Rehman, has been shortlisted for a prestigious award, recognising his ten years of supporting older people across Scotland and giving them the chance to stay living at home if they require care. Rehman is in the running for a BFA HSBC British Franchise Award, nominated in the

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Respected athlete Sir Chris Hoy dines in at a popular Indian restaurant in Glasgow

Image by Instagram @officialindiaquay Former track cyclist and racing driver Sir Chris Hoy was recently spotted dining at India Quay, ahead of the UCI Cycling World Championships in Glasgow. He indulged in some delicious Indian food prior to the sports event on 2nd August. The renowned cyclist was happy to be clicked with a member

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