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The UK is promoting Small Business Saturday to encourage local shopping and support for small firms, with increased spending expected this year. Simultaneously, authorities launch the Winter of Action to improve public safety amid rising crime, including targeted patrols and knife crime reduction efforts.
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Recent data shows a sharp rise in unsolved shoplifting cases in the UK, with over 295,000 incidents closed without suspects. Retailers are adopting new security measures, including facial recognition technology, amid concerns over police response and rising violence against staff. The government promises increased police presence and initiatives to combat theft.
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American Express will develop a new 55-story headquarters at Two World Trade Center, completing the site’s redevelopment. The project, expected to finish in 2031, signifies a major step in the area's recovery and economic revival, with the company occupying the entire building and creating thousands of jobs.