A Greek village with a long history on Cephalonia
Harvey Nichols has been put up for sale and is undergoing a turnaround led by Frasers Group. The six-storefront estate, including Edinburgh’s flagship, will continue operating while a broader restructuring is pursued, with potential integration of Flannels and the wider Frasers luxury ecosystem.
The inquest into Cambridge’s former youngest Black professor Jason Arday has opened in London after he resigned amid plagiarism allegations. Senior coroner Dr. Julian Morris has launched an investigation into his death, which his family says followed relentless media scrutiny and public accusations.
Inditex’s Lefties opens its first UK store in Liverpool, featuring robotics to sort clothes and a new online-first proposition. The move, part of a broader UK expansion, targets a budget-conscious segment and faces competition from Primark, Shein and others. The retailer plans more UK outlets based on early performance.
The USS Abraham Lincoln has docked in Pattaya, Thailand after a record long deployment in the Middle East. More than 5,000 U.S. service members are visiting Pattaya, drawn by potential economic benefits and heightened police presence. Officials warn about possible risks to health and exploitation, while locals anticipate a short-term economic boost.