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21.11 / 21:09

Gap Corona country exclusive reports India needs to lower taxes on beer to spur demand, says Budweiser chief Jan Craps

Anheuser-Busch InBev, the world's biggest beer company, said stable business environment and strong economic growth have helped India move up the ranks in terms of investment priorities but the country needs to lower taxes on beer to spur demand. «There has been a very stable business environment and good investment climate in India and we have seen solid GDP growth numbers. So, of course, it encouraged India to move up the ranks in terms of investment priorities.

21.11 / 21:09

Williams Entertainment Remark Marvell President love Department Prince William-Kate Middleton's sweet PDA steals the spotlight during South Korean President's state visit at Buckingham Palace

Prince and Princess of Wales were completely captivated by each other as they greeted the South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol during his state visit to the UK on Tuesday. The royal couple were caught sharing a discreet PDA as they joined King Charles and Queen Camilla in exploring artifacts from the Royal Collection alongside South Korean President and First Lady Kim Keon-hee at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday afternoon. This occurred after the royals had treated their guests to a ceremonial welcome and a carriage ride earlier in the day. Footage from the event captures the royals, including the Duchess of Edinburgh, admiring Korean-related items as they entertained their guests.

21.11 / 20:17

Blockchain Digital Ripple CEO Mobile Continental country Ripple and Onafriq Forge Alliance for Blockchain-Enabled Payments in Africa

Ripple, a frontrunner in blockchain and cryptocurrency solutions, has joined forces with Onafriq, a leading payments fintech, to revolutionize digital asset-enabled cross-border payments connecting Africa with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), the UK, and Australia.

21.11 / 17:31

Citi awards BBC performer social reports Who is Rico Lewis? 19-year old who made his debut for England

Rico Lewis, the 19-year old English defender who plays for English Premier League club, Manchester City made his debut for the England national football team in their last Euro 2024 qualifier match against North Macedonia yesterday. The match ended in a disappointing 1-1 draw which has resulted in many England fans lashing out at the manager Gareth Southgate on social media. However, amidst the negativity, Lewis dazzled on his debut according to the national team’s manager and termed his performance as being “excellent.”

21.11 / 17:31

show performer concert singer hospital reports Robbie Williams concert in Sydney turns into a tragic event

Despite concerted efforts to treat her injuries, the woman was urgently transported to St Vincent's Hospital in critical condition and placed in an induced coma. Unfortunately, the hospital confirmed her passing on Monday, attributing it to the injuries incurred during the fall. The heartbreaking accident transpired as throngs of concert-goers exited the stadium post the show's culmination.

21.11 / 16:57

Provident Progressive Pool country innovations reports medicines 2024 Best universities to study in the UK: 2024 rankings unveiled

global education, the Times Higher Education (THE) ranking for 2024 has conducted a thorough evaluation, encompassing 1,904 universities spanning 108 countries and regions. Standing firm at the zenith for an impressive eighth consecutive year is the University of Oxford from the United Kingdom, a testament to its unwavering dedication to academic excellence. Diving into an extensive pool of scholarly work, the rankings considered an astonishing 134 million citations from 16.5 million research publications.

21.11 / 16:57

Action information reports Tottenham risk points deduction as FA considers agent rule breach investigation in Jermain Defoe transfer

Tottenham Hotspur, the acclaimed English Premier League football club can reportedly face a points deduction as the Football Association (FA) considers to review vital evidence that allegedly points towards the breach of football agent rules with regards to the transfer of footballer Jermain Defoe in 2008. Defoe, one of the league’s most revered strikers at the time joined Spurs during the January transfer window from Portsmouth football club for an amount of £7.5 million. As per reports, all the three parties, both clubs and the player, were associated with an unlicensed agency during the transfer proceedings.

21.11 / 16:12

Career band performer concert song rock 'Money For Nothing': Dire Straits ex-frontman Mark Knopfler to auction over 120 guitars

Mark Knopfler, the former frontman of British rock group Dire Straits, announced Tuesday he will sell more than 120 guitars and amps spanning his five-decade career at an auction next year. The sale, at Christie's auctioneers on January 31, will feature the guitar used to record the band's hit song "Money For Nothing" and famously played at the legendary 1985 Live Aid concert in London. "The Mark Knopfler Guitar Collection" sale also comprises an array of guitars he used to write, record and perform Dire Straits' and solo tracks, Christie's said.

21.11 / 16:07

Racing Remark Avid performer audience dance Lewis Hamilton's Mercedes F1 car sets new record in auction

Formula One enthusiasts, Lewis Hamilton's famed Mercedes F1 car, the vehicle that carried him to his maiden victory for the team, has set a remarkable record. At an auction held by RM Sotheby’s on November 17 in Las Vegas, the car fetched an astounding $18.8 million. The hammer price reached $17.1 million, with an additional 10% buyer’s premium.

21.11 / 15:11

Art Career BBC Instagram show cover reports Mysterious street artist Banksy confirms his first name in BBC interview

BBC reporter asks if Banksy's real name is «Robert Banks,» to which the artist responds, «It's Robbie.» Banksy spoke to former BBC arts correspondent Nigel Wrench on the anti-authority element of his work, which is still evident today, while working on his show Turf War in east London. The BBC has now broadcast the entire interview as The Bansky Story, which is available on BBC Sounds 20 years later. Banksy appeared to confirm his first name during the interview.

21.11 / 14:57

Investment trusts Merger Winterflood Numis UK Commercial Property REIT merger with Picton dropped on Phoenix Life dissent

Phoenix Life is the largest shareholder in UKCM, holding roughly 43% of share capital.

21.11 / 14:57

economics inflation Bank of England UK BoE's Bailey: Markets underestimating risk of higher-for-longer inflation

Andrew Bailey (pictured), governor of the Bank of England

21.11 / 14:57

UK industry Pensions HM Treasury Chancellor Hunt to unveil 'pot for life' pension reforms

The reform comes as the government has been looking for a way to consolidate schemes and solve the challenge of small pots.

21.11 / 14:57

regulation fees cryptoassets Financial Services FCA FCA eyes split fee-blocks for principal firms

The proposal could lead to reduced or increased fees, as a result, depending on the business.

21.11 / 14:57

Sustainability property ESG SDR REIT ESG funds Schroder REIT proposes investment objective change and variable fee structure

The proposal will be voted on in an extraordinary general meeting, held on 15 December.

21.11 / 14:57

Funding UK industry Chancellor of the Exchequer pension Chancellor Hunt earmarks £320m for funds backing UK innovation

Jeremy Hunt (pictured), Chancellor of the Exchequer Credit: UK Parliament

21.11 / 14:00

business Stablecoin regulation Tether Court Tether’s bank partner Britannia sued over $1B deposit: Report

Tether’s bank partner Britannia Financial is reportedly facing a lawsuit over claims it failed to pay the full price of revenue-generating assets allegedly related to a large deposit from Tether.

21.11 / 13:57

FIVE Platform Netflix film show classical reports Squid Game: The Challenge release date on Netflix: When will the game premier?

Squid Game: The Challenge" is all set to release on Netflix OTT platform on Wednesday i.e November 22, a day before Thanksgiving. The show is based on the Korean mega hit series that dominated the charts in 2021. Netflix will release the show worldwide simultaneously like any other Netflix Original shows. The show has been filmed in the United Kingdom and will have 456 contestants.

21.11 / 13:31

Manufacturing Mobile economy show Economy lost momentum by 80-100 bps in Q2 to 6.8-7%: Analysts

Q2 GDP data release on November 30, domestic rating agency Icra economist has pegged the GDP growth at 7 per cent, while British brokerage Barclays see it at 6.8 per cent. We estimate that Q2 FY24 expanded by 6.8 per cent year-on-year, slower than the 7.8 per cent in Q2 FY23, but still showing robust sequential growth. Underlying growth trends continue to look robust with activity underpinned by domestic consumption, high levels of state-led capex and strong growth in the utilities sectors, Rahul Bajoria of Barclays said in a note Tuesday.

21.11 / 13:17

Digital Manufacturing economy country reports gatherings Mamata Banerjee announces slew of new policies, sub-sea cable landing station, industrial corridors

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday announced a slew of new policies including plans to double the state's exports, modernise its logistics and promote renewable energy manufacturing, while opening the Bengal Global Business Summit here. Banerjee also announced a policy to promote bio-fuels and a new sub-sea cable landing station at the sea-resort of Digha to help improve internet connectivity in the eastern region.

21.11 / 13:17

Parke awards show performer stage beautiful 2024 P!nk announces UK dates for Summer Carnival Tour 2024: Check dates, venue, tickets & more

P!nk has just announced she will be coming back to Cardiff in summer 2024. After a five-year hiatus, the city anticipates a show by P!nk at Principality Stadium on June 11, 2024. Cardiff last saw P!nk perform on stage in 2019, during her Beautiful Trauma world tour, which saw close to 60,000 people enjoying the show.

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