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Clipper Logistics delivered record revenues of more than £500m last year, boosted by a strong e-fulfilment performance and some “value-enhancing” acquisitions. Unveiling its final results to the year ended 30 April 2020, the group said revenue had increased by 8.8% to £500.7m (2019: £460.2m), whilst pre-tax profit leapt almost 19% to £20.1m (2019: £16.9m). Group earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) - described by the company as its key performance indicator - rose 19% to £24.1m (2019: £20.2m). Читать дальше...

There's a 1-in-4 chance the economy could fall into a double-dip recession, according to economists surveyed by NABE.

'There is a fundamental difference between Donald Trump and me on the issue of race across the board'

A poll of 2,000 adults found that despite 59 per cent claiming to be foodies, one in five don’t think it is possible to have good fats in food

The latest jump in cases has health officials worried that the country may need to impose its highest level of social distancing.

The stonewalling at the CWC amidst the groundswell of support for the Gandhis lends credence to the belief that ‘dynasty politics’ is at work

CORONATION Street bosses have locked in actor Daniel Brocklebank with a new contract to keep him on the cobbles until 2021. There will be celebrations behind the scenes that he’s staying loyal to the soap after a max exodus of stars. Unlike some of the cast’s biggest stars, the actor who plays vicar Billy Mayhew […]

A new Philosopher AI could help you find meaning in a meaningless world — as long as you don’t ask it any controversial questions. The system provides musings on subjects that have plagued humanity since its inception. You can ask it about a topic that’s filling you with existential angst. It then uses OpenAI‘s GPT-3 text generator to analyze your text and spit back a life-affirming/soul-destroying response. The system is the brainchild of a Vancouver-based programmer called Murat Ayfer, who describes it as an experiment in “prompt engineering.

Although consumers are kissing lipstick goodbye for now, eye makeup is zooming in as the must-have “above the mask” beauty products for trip-conscious shoppers, giving supermarkets a brilliant opportunity to shine and sparkle in the retail beauty landscape.

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology is pleased to announce the Postgraduate Research Scholarship in Waste-to-Energy for the academic session 2020/2021. The main aim of this programme is to support international aspirants who want to start their postgraduate research degree programme at the university in Ghana. Founded in 1952, the Kwame Nkrumah University …

Paris Saint-Germain manager Thomas Tuchel has declared Lionel Messi is “very welcome” to join the club should the Barcelona star decide to pursue a move away from Camp Nou. The Argentine legend has once again been linked with a possible Barca exit after seeing his side end the season without a trophy and lose 8-2 […]

City want to build a 'constructive relationship' with European football's governing body.

CWC says an AICC session soon to find new president

Steve Clarke faces decisions old, new and typically dark blue as he considers his squad to face Israel and Czech Republic.

The all-glass structure holds 27 vehicles and stands eight stories high in Louisville. Image courtesy of Carvana. Aug. 24, 2020 Carvana, an e-commerce platform for buying and selling used cars, launched its 25th car vending machine with 27-vehicle capacity in Louisville, according to a press release. By appointment only, customers can select a day and […]

Bidvest Wits were held to a goalless draw by Maritzburg United in an Absa Premiership clash played at the Tuks stadium on Monday.

Brett Narlinger, head of global commerce at Blackhawk Network, details why now is the time for retailers to rebuild customer experience around digital, especially when it comes to gifting.

• Menstrual cups offer an eco-friendly and money-saving alternative to pads and tampons.
• But they're not accessible to all people with periods because insertion and removal require precise coordination.
• The Flex Cup features a pull tab designed to break the cup's suction seal, simplifying cup removal.
• This cup could be a game-changer for people with disabilities that limit joint mobility or cause chronic pain, or for anyone who has trouble removing other menstrual cups. Читать дальше...

Twin blasts including a suicide bombing killed 15 people and wounded 75 others on a restive southern Philippine island Monday, among them security forces and civilians, with Islamist militants suspected of being behind the attack.

The German government plans to generate up to 11 billion euros ($13 billion) for clean transportation and renewable energy projects this year by issuing so-called green bond, officials said on Monday.

Logo provided. Aug. 24, 2020 FreedomPay, a provider of commerce solutions, has installed touchless payment solutions at over 100 venues at both Wynn Las Vegas and Encore Boston Harbor resorts, according to a press release. Wynn resorts in North America will now allow guests to pay through FreedomPay’s touchless commerce solutions. Guests at Wynn Las […]

Shaquille O’Neal has signed a new multi-year contract with Turner Sports that includes a new WarnerMedia development deal.

Four brands will receive online distribution and a virtual boot camp focused on merchandising, social media, marketing and e-commerce.