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🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Coyotes 'make business' with border closure: Charge 11,000 pesos to move migrants away from the US

Coyotes in Panama are capitalizing on the closure of the US border by offering return journeys for migrants, with the costs and details of these new routes highlighted.

Feb 27 • 03:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK skip hire firm plunged into liquidation after being in business for 24 years

Midland Skip Hire Limited, a Nottinghamshire skip hire firm established in 2002, has gone into liquidation following a winding-up order from HMRC, leading to job losses and insolvency proceedings.

Feb 26 • 23:03 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Another Café Closes: "I Can't Imagine How Entrepreneurs Survive in This City"

A café in Klaipėda, run by UAB "Ponas Cinamonas," has decided to close due to personal circumstances and ongoing challenges in the local business environment.

Feb 26 • 10:17 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

New player in the old hen business: old laying hens will soon be slaughtered under COâ‚‚ stunning

A new player in Bavaria's poultry market is set to begin slaughtering old hens under COâ‚‚ stunning, amidst a shortage of local slaughtering capacity following the closure of the major Buckl slaughterhouse.

Feb 26 • 07:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Electricity sales company Oomi lays off staff and closes offices in Helsinki, Rovaniemi, and another location in Oulu

Oomi, a Finnish electricity sales company, has completed restructuring negotiations leading to layoffs and the closure of several offices due to a significant organizational restructuring.

Feb 25 • 09:16 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The restaurant open for 20 years has closed its doors, when it will reopen is unknown

A popular restaurant in Klaipeda, Lithuania, has closed unexpectedly after two decades in operation, with no clear timeline for reopening.

Feb 25 • 06:48 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Adventurous Shops and Friends of Reykjadalur Close Down This Summer

Several popular shops and social groups in Reykjadalur will close down this summer due to various challenges.

Feb 24 • 18:12 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Indian Restaurant Closes in London, Owner Accuses Pakistanis of Destroying It

An Indian restaurant in London, 'Rangrez', is closing after 16 years due to rising costs and alleged harassment by certain groups, including accusations against Pakistanis for creating turmoil.

Feb 24 • 10:27 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The newest restaurant of Põhjala Brewery is closing its doors

The Sumi bistro and bakery in Tallinn, which has been operating for just over a year, will close in March according to its CEO Tiit Paananen.

Feb 24 • 09:38 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

In addition to FATE, other companies have shut down or downsized in the face of the import boom

The closure of FATE highlights the impact of increased imports on local production in Argentina, leading to numerous business downsizings and closures.

Feb 22 • 20:51 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Milei's message amid the conflict at Fate: "What is the difference between being pro-market and pro-business?"

President Javier Milei addresses criticisms regarding the government's role in the closure of Fate tire factory and job losses.

Feb 19 • 13:01 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

What’s Wrong and Why Are Small Bookstores Like Lexikopouleio Closing?

The Lexikopouleio bookstore in Pagkrati, Greece, is set to close on March 15, 2025, prompting a wave of nostalgic reactions and discussions about the challenges facing small independent bookstores.

Feb 19 • 11:37 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

After nearly ten years – the end of the road: Scandinavian company decided to close its doors in Klaipeda

The Swedish company Proton Engineering Aktiebolag has decided to liquidate its Lithuanian branch in Klaipeda, citing the completion of its operational tasks.

Feb 19 • 09:09 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Fewer small corner shops remain in Tartu

The number of small corner shops in Tartu has significantly decreased, with the recent closure of the last such shop in the Karlova neighborhood due to high electricity costs and declining customer purchases.

Feb 18 • 19:33 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Fate sold a portion of its plant land to Aluar: a revenue of US$ 27 million to help pay compensations

Fate has sold a portion of its land to Aluar for US$ 27 million amidst the closure of its San Fernando plant, impacting 920 employees.

Feb 18 • 17:52 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Javier Madanes Quintanilla, the engineer who closed FATE, founded by his grandfather

Javier Madanes Quintanilla, who inherited the tire manufacturing company FATE from his grandfather, announced the company's closure.

Feb 18 • 15:40 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Halifax bar closes after sewage backup, but it’s unclear who will pay to fix it

A downtown Halifax bar, Rumours, is temporarily closed due to a sewage backup, causing significant financial losses for the owners.

Feb 17 • 21:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

‘Ravalear’ takes to the Berlinale the real estate looting and the closure of family businesses in Barcelona

The show 'Ravalear', inspired by the eviction of his family’s restaurant, sheds light on real estate speculation and its impact on family-run businesses in Barcelona, making its debut at the Berlinale.

Feb 17 • 16:03 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Frustration in the Residence: Operators of Frank Wine Bar Quit

The operators of the Frank Wine Bar in Munich, after years of battling for better conditions, have decided to close the popular venue despite stable revenue due to an unmanageable financial and contractual structure.

Feb 13 • 14:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

SSS: Finland's oldest rest area for drivers is closed - "We expected larger customer numbers"

Finland's oldest rest area for drivers, Lahnajärvi, has closed just months after reopening, disappointing the new operators who had anticipated more visitors during winter months.

Feb 12 • 03:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Iconic garden centre set to close this year in 'sad loss' for locals

The Woburn Sands Garden Centre in Milton Keynes will close permanently due to financial difficulties, marking a significant loss for the community.

Feb 10 • 11:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

A popular cruise line unexpectedly closes and cancels all its trips permanently

Alaskan Dream Cruises has announced the permanent cessation of its operations and cancellation of all scheduled trips in Alaska as of February 4.

Feb 6 • 12:45 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Marixa Balli, amid the liquidation of her business, fully responded to Esteban Mirol: "You are not on my radar"

Marixa Balli defended herself against Esteban Mirol's criticism regarding the textile industry and shared her focus on liquidating her clothing brand amidst its closure due to economic struggles.

Feb 5 • 20:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

HU: Nightclub operating for 25 years is closing - Behind it is Helsinki's decision

The nightclub Hang Out 10 will close its doors in Vuosaaria, Helsinki, due to the city's decision to demolish the shopping center as part of an area redevelopment plan.

Feb 4 • 20:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Shoppers devastated as 'time has come' to close popular family-run store

Clarkes of Sussex, a beloved family-run art and stationary store in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, has announced its permanent closure after over 40 years, leaving shoppers heartbroken.

Feb 3 • 11:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Man Utd, Arsenal, Liverpool and co can still do business with clubs from eight leagues

Despite the closure of the January transfer window in the Premier League, clubs such as Manchester United, Arsenal, and Liverpool can still engage in transfers with teams from eight other leagues that have not yet closed their windows.

Feb 3 • 11:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

VIDEO: Onitsha Market sees normal activity as many shops open on Monday

Normal business operations resumed at the Onitsha Main Market after a week's closure ordered by Governor Soludo due to non-compliance with a sit-at-home directive.

Feb 2 • 13:01 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

A major risk of closure: why restaurateurs are worried about the implementation of the law regarding May 1st

Restaurateurs are concerned that a proposed law allowing some establishments to open on May 1st may paradoxically harm their business.

Jan 16 • 14:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Leon issues restaurant closure update after collapsing into administration

Leon, the fast food chain, plans to open more locations in service areas while closing around 20 high street restaurants after appointing administrators for a business restructure.

Jan 16 • 09:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Poundland announces 9 store closures with 3 shutting 'in days' - full list

Poundland has revealed the closure of nine stores, with three of them closing in just days, as it conducts clearance sales offering up to 40% off.

Jan 15 • 14:57 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Zalando Closes Erfurt Location: A Slash with the Chainsaw

The closure of the Zalando site in Erfurt reflects the company's disregard for employee welfare, contrasting sharply with their claims of valuing employee participation.

Jan 11 • 14:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Beloved garden centre announces closure after 50 years

The Woburn Sands Garden Centre, a cherished establishment in Milton Keynes, is set to close after 50 years of business, citing a tough trading year as a reason for the closure.

Jan 11 • 09:32 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Closure of the oldest haberdashery in Spain: "Now it's all 'tourists' and holiday rentals"

The oldest haberdashery in Spain, Ca Donya Àngela, founded in 1685, has closed due to the rise of tourism and holiday rentals overshadowing traditional businesses.

Jan 7 • 21:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

The tiny village where pubs fear they're about to be 'finished off completely'

Pub landlords in a remote village in Carmarthenshire are worried that a two-month road closure will threaten their businesses by making it difficult for customers to access their pubs.

Jan 5 • 05:01 UTC

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