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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

UK city centre locked down and bars 'closed' as police seal off area

A serious traffic incident in Nottingham city centre led to the arrest of a driver and the closure of businesses in the area as police investigate.

Mar 22 โ€ข 19:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

The 10 UK towns and cities hit worst by store closures as businesses struggle

UK high streets are experiencing significant business closures due to rising costs and decreasing consumer spending.

Mar 18 โ€ข 10:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

India without gas, restaurants in crisis stop frying food and are at risk of closure

Restaurants in India are facing severe challenges as the prices of gas cylinders have soared, forcing them to halt cooking practices and risking business closures.

Mar 17 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Closures, bankruptcies, and falling profitability: the number of companies decreased by more than 22,000 in two years

In Argentina, over 22,000 companies have shut down in the last two years due to rising costs, reduced consumer spending, and increased competition from imports.

Mar 17 โ€ข 04:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Energy crisis has affected the hotel industry...,' said Surendra Rajput

The energy crisis in India is significantly impacting the hotel industry, with owners facing potential business closures due to severe shortages of domestic gas cylinders.

Mar 10 โ€ข 17:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

The Night Closure of Koidula and Luhamaa Has Not Reduced the Number of Border Crossers

The nighttime closure of Koidula and Luhamaa border checkpoints has not resulted in a decrease in border crossers, with numbers remaining consistent even since the closures began.

Mar 9 โ€ข 19:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Million-Dollar Business: Why the War in the Middle East is a Threat for Those Who Want to Travel the World

The ongoing war in the Middle East poses significant challenges for airline operations globally, particularly due to potential airspace closures.

Mar 5 โ€ข 19:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Doors closed and repeatedly denied

This article discusses the closure of various locations due to repeated denials.

Mar 5 โ€ข 13:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

After spending 6 days in Dubai due to the effects of the War in the Middle East, residents from the interior of SP land in China

Two residents from Sรฃo Josรฉ do Rio Preto, Brazil, were stranded in Dubai for six days due to airport closures caused by the Middle East conflict before finally reaching China for a business fair.

Mar 4 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Nostalgia is very therapeutic

The author reflects on the therapeutic nature of nostalgia while lamenting the closures of beloved local stores in Madrid.

Mar 4 โ€ข 08:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

BrewDog shuts all 60 UK pubs for crisis talks over chain's future

BrewDog has closed all its pubs in the UK for crisis talks amidst uncertainty over the potential sale of the business.

Mar 2 โ€ข 14:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Perini store in Salvador neighborhood to cease operations; learn more

The Perini store in the Pituba neighborhood of Salvador will close its doors starting Saturday, following a brand repositioning aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.

Feb 27 โ€ข 22:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The taco shop that stayed open during the red code in Guadalajara: 'We will close when the crowd ends'

Amid violence and chaos in Guadalajara, a taco shop remained open, serving customers despite the federal operation and business closures across the city.

Feb 23 โ€ข 21:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

'I've gone almost five days without being able to open my business because no one comes here': El Recreo in Durรกn remains underwater after heavy rains

Heavy rains in Durรกn have caused significant flooding in the El Recreo sector, leading to business closures and hazardous conditions for local residents.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 20:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Beyond FATE: auto parts manufacturers are converting into importers and nearly 7,000 jobs have been lost in the last two years

The importation of goods has severely impacted the national auto parts industry, leading to significant job losses and business closures.

Feb 22 โ€ข 09:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

S. Famellos in Pagkrati: The government deceived small and medium enterprises and is now punishing them with closures

Sokratis Famellos criticizes the Greek government for misleading small and medium enterprises, claiming it is now punishing them with business closures.

Feb 19 โ€ข 19:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Embattled Sarah Ferguson closes six businesses in just days amid Epstein scandal

Sarah Ferguson has shut down six businesses in three days due to pressure from her association with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 17 โ€ข 19:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Six of Sarah Ferguson's companies to close

Six companies linked to Sarah Ferguson are set to be shut down following the release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 17 โ€ข 04:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Business Ticker: Volkswagen aims to cut costs by 20 percent by 2028

Volkswagen plans to reduce its costs by 20 percent by 2028, with potential factory closures on the table, as announced by CEO Oliver Blume and CFO Arno Antlitz.

Feb 15 โ€ข 09:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Business Closures: Between Openings and Closures, There are 21,938 Fewer in Two Years

In Argentina, the net number of businesses has dropped by 21,938 over two years, indicating a concerning trend in economic stability and employment.

Feb 14 โ€ข 14:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Reduction of the workday: Concanaco requests subsidy starting from the 41st hour

The Confederation of National Chambers of Commerce, Services, and Tourism (Concanaco Servytur) advocates for a subsidy starting from the 41st hour of work to prevent job losses and business closures due to the reduction in the workday.

Feb 12 โ€ข 22:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Three high street icons enter administration in one week - as 14 companies close

Fourteen major UK businesses have entered administration in the past week, highlighting a troubling trend for British retailers.

Feb 10 โ€ข 10:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

88 liquor stores removed from public roads and 155 businesses verified in Iztacalco

Authorities in Iztacalco, Mexico, have removed 88 illegal liquor stores from public roads and conducted verification visits to 155 businesses, resulting in numerous suspensions and closures for non-compliance with alcohol regulations.

Feb 10 โ€ข 09:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

"The Middle Class Gives Up" โ€“ Now the Wave of Bankruptcy Is Sweeping from East to West

A recent analysis indicates that small and medium-sized businesses in Germany are facing increasing pressure leading to closures, bankruptcies, and relocations, with a distinct regional shift in these challenges.

Feb 7 โ€ข 23:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
National & Local

Najrestoranskija Street is almost empty on Tuesday evening. What is happening?

The article discusses the struggles of restaurants on Najrestoranskija Street during the off-peak winter season, revealing that despite thriving in summer and December, many face financial difficulties and closures due to lack of customers in other months.

Feb 4 โ€ข 09:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง 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 โ€ข 14:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

Foreign, Hong Kong retailers close stores in mainland China amid changing dynamics

Foreign and Hong Kong retailers, including Lane Crawford and Ikea, are shutting down stores in mainland China due to shifting market dynamics and outdated business models.

Jan 12 โ€ข 00:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Retail in Distress: Creative Fight Against Store Closures

The article discusses the struggles facing retail businesses in urban areas, particularly around Munich, highlighting a rise in empty storefronts and a shift towards nail salons, barbershops, and vending machine shops.

Jan 7 โ€ข 13:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

The five women who clubbed together to save their local pub - and locals are overjoyed

Five friends in Deal, Kent, unite to purchase a struggling pub, bringing joy to the local community amid rising closures of pubs across the UK.

Jan 6 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The agony of small businesses does not stop: 1,132 businesses closed per month in the last year

The disappearance of traditional shops in neighborhoods continues, with 13,586 closures in the past year, marking the loss of local identity and everyday life.

Jan 6 โ€ข 01:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

Protests in Iran register first death in inflation demonstrations

The protests against inflation in Iran have resulted in the first reported death as demonstrations and business closures spread across the country amid government warnings against foreign interference.

Jan 1 โ€ข 13:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
Life & Tech

New Year's Eve: Until what time will stores and supermarkets be open

On New Year's Eve, stores across the country will operate on festive hours for last-minute shopping, staying open from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with closures on New Year's Day and January 2 for business inventory.

Dec 31 โ€ข 07:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

"Death to Inflation": Iran experiences three days of protests over economic difficulties

Iranians have engaged in three consecutive days of protests against worsening economic conditions and currency devaluation, leading to business closures and student mobilizations in universities across Tehran.

Dec 30 โ€ข 15:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
National & Local

Starbucks closes hundreds of cafes in American cities

Starbucks is shutting down hundreds of its cafes in major American cities, marking a significant shift in its business strategy after years of expansion.

Dec 29 โ€ข 12:51 UTC

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