Uber: EU rules will see us pull out of “hundreds” of European cities September 20, 2023 An Uber boss has issued a stark warning that Brussels' proposal to classify gig workers as de facto employees could slam the breaks on operations across the bloc.
Give your business or startup liftoff with a new platform September 14, 2023 KP Brokers, based in London, Dallas and Scottsdale, is a leader in providing specialist access to niche and tailored insurance programmes within the UK and the US. KP Brokers provides a variety of solutions, including a 24-hour brokerage service, ensuring competitive and efficient processing and handling of submissions. Meanwhile, KP Brokers also owns numerous specialist [...]
Toyota reveals hydrogen-powered Hilux as UK built project September 5, 2023 Toyota has revealed a UK-built hydrogen-powered version of its popular Hilux pick-up as the firm looks to ‘explore all available technologies’ to drive down its carbon footprint. While European versions of the Hilux are usually made in Durban, South Africa, Toyota’s Burnaston factory in Derbyshire has been tasked with developing a hydrogen fuel cell-powered version [...]
Photos captured of Parliament Hill Lido in dramatic thunderstorm August 29, 2023 You’ll probably remember on Saturday that a huge storm blew through London. Guests at the Parliament Hill Lido in Hampstead were recalling how staff told swimmers they’d “be cooked” by the lightning unless they exited the pool. One swimmer told City A.M. that staff were telling people to get out of the famously stainless steel [...]
Hills has got a fast Khaa and Spencer has the keys to the ignition August 25, 2023 THE FIVE-furlong Nunthorpe Stakes (3.35pm) is always one of the highlights of the season and this year’s renewal looks another belter. Last year’s winner HIGHFIELD PRINCESS is clearly the one to beat as she looked right back to her best in the King George at Goodwood last time. Her form figures on the Knavesmire read [...]
Back Express to impress again at York August 23, 2023 YORK is a bit like marmite for some horses as they either love it or hate it. Time and time again we see the same horses winning on the Knavesmire, quite often when they are hopelessly out of form. This doesn’t make life easy for punters, but I’m hoping the theory of following course form [...]
5 London rooftop bars with summer food and drink pop-ups August 2, 2023 Try something different this August by booking a table at one of these London rooftop bars. Each has a pop-up celebrating the best of British food and drink, and each with brilliant views across the capital. Read more: The new London hotel that’s perfect for a west London staycation DRINK ROSE ON A ROOF The [...]
HSBC in tech push as boss Noel Quinn suggests acquisitions spree August 1, 2023 HSBC will launch a new joint venture with B2B fintech firm Tradeshift as boss Noel Quinn said more bolt-on acquisitions could be in the offing to develop its appeal to tech firms. As part of the new venture, announced this morning, HSBC will invest $35m into Tradeshift. The investment will be made in two parts [...]
Kamm Porsche 912c review: Light, fantastic July 31, 2023 Tim Pitt drives a classic Porsche with a difference: the lightweight, four-cylinder Kamm 912c. Is it a worthy alternative to a restomod 911?
Lotus Eletre 2023 review: Shock of the new July 31, 2023 The Eletre is an entirely new kind of Lotus: a Chinese-built electric SUV that majors on performance and in-car technology. We drive it.