A new paper, published today by the Institute of Economic Affairs, shows that while the total fertility rate hit a record low of 1.44 children per woman in 2023, women’s intended fertility has remained remarkably stable at around 2.2 children since 1979, suggesting that the
The Range is inviting shoppers to get in the festive spirit early with an opportunity to win mystery prizes. All you need to do is say the secret phrase, ‘jolly jackpot’. Taking place this weekend (1st and 2nd November) across selected The Range superstores in
The festival that dishes out your annual dose of darkness like no other – TOMORROW’S GHOSTS – will return with a fresh serving in 2026. After another sell-out triumph in 2025, Whitby’s ultimate Gothic weekender is supremely pleased to confirm the artists who will be
According to BlackFog’s latest report, data exfiltration is now almost universal among cyberattacks. In Q1 2025, 95 % of all publicly disclosed ransomware attacks involved data exfiltration. Even more alarming: the number of undisclosed incidents has surged by 113 % year-on-year. Meanwhile in the UK,
With Halloween celebrations tomorrow, families across the UK are preparing for a night of spooky fun. To help ensure the festivities are memorable for all the right reasons, High Speed Training, a leading provider of online safety and compliance courses, has issued key safety advice
London Theatre Direct’s latest analysis reveals that Halloween season gave a distinct jolt to audience curiosity for darker and more fantastical theatre. A like-for-like comparison of on-site searches between October and September shows a clear seasonal “Spooky Season” effect, as gothic dramas and ghost-linked productions
Mounting debt levels in major economies including the United States and the United Kingdom are driving a surge of investor interest in alternative assets, says the CEO and founder of deVere Group, one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory and asset management organizations. “Government
Manchester City Council’s £245,000 discretionary fund to support the city’s Grassroots Music Venues is now open for applications – with payments due to reach successful venues by the end of January 2026. Following reductions to the Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Business Rates Relief Scheme, this
Leading multidisciplinary development consultancy, Pegasus Group, today announces the appointment of two new Directors to its Planning practice. With Clare Preece joining the London team and Simon Handy joining the Manchester team, both appointments bring a proven track record and wealth of experience to further