The global drinks industry is facing its toughest period in decades as it emerges from a “multi-year hangover” (Reuters, 2025*) following pandemic-fuelled expansion and shifting consumer habits, as well as ongoing geopolitical change and uncertainties. Now, with companies slashing training budgets, pulling back on internal development and major players scaling back hiring or implementing freezes, drinks…
Month: August 2025
How Employers Can Promote A Healthy Work-Life Balance for Their Employees
I like the phrase ‘work-life harmony.’ I think ‘balance’ is a debasing metaphor because it implies there’s a strict trade-off. Jeff Bezos, Founder of Amazon Various studies have demonstrated that businesses that provide a decent work-life balance report more productivity by their employees. This supports the view that a healthy work-life balance is good not…
Making Tax Digital For Income Tax: What Small Businesses Need To Know
Main photo by Thomas Lefebvre on Unsplash Britain’s tax system is finally kicking its paper habit. ‘Making Tax Digital’ (MTD) started with VAT in 2019 and is now marching toward Income Tax Self Assessment (ITSA). If you run a micro-company, side-hustle or rental portfolio perhaps, here’s a guide to what lies ahead and how to…
Exclusive: Majority of Scottish SMEs forecast growth despite rising costs and inflation pressures
Almost two-thirds of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Scotland expect turnover to grow over the next three months, according to new research from Uswitch. The survey of SME leaders, published this week, found that 63% anticipate either moderate or significant growth in the near term, with just 11% predicting a decline in turnover. A…
Are these ‘crush-proof’ Bluetooth speakers legit? I took them into the wild, and here’s my verdict
If your current Bluetooth speakers can’t handle your adventurous lifestyle, Turtlebox offers two rugged options built to take a beating.
Finally, my ultimate smart home setup is complete thanks to this display gadget
If you own a Eufy security system, the Security E10 smart display is a natural companion – offering handy features that enhance your setup.
Apple iPhone 18 Fold is coming soon: 5 biggest rumors and leaks going into 2026
Apple’s first-ever iPhone Fold might be its priciest model yet – but it could also push the foldable phone market to the next level.
The best foldable phones of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed
We tested the top foldable phones, including the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold – here are the models worth your investment.
11 secret Fire TV remote shortcuts I use to unlock hidden features and menus
Try these special button combos on your Fire TV remote to quickly change your picture mode, zoom in, and more.
7 AI features the iPhone 17 needs to embrace from Google, OpenAI, and others
Apple Intelligence has stumbled. Now it’s time for bold moves in the iPhone.