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Writers of the Future Volume 42 wins NYC Big Book Award for best anthology
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The NYC Big Book Award named L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 42 the winner in its Anthology category, recognizing 12 original speculative fiction stories and illustrations by emerging writers and artists.
SierrAfrica Diaspora Connect launches global webinar series on Sierra Leone and diaspora ties
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SierrAfrica Diaspora Connect has announced a five-part webinar series starting Sept. 24 to explore Sierra Leone’s history, culture, development and investment prospects.
Peanut Productions tests in-house travel tech during UK heatwave disruption
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Peanut Productions says its in-house Travelport GDS setup helped it reroute travel in real time during a luxury incentive program in the UK, avoiding delays from a third-party travel manager.
AY&J Solicitors sees surge in UK Global Talent visa enquiries
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AY&J Solicitors says more professionals are seeking the UK Global Talent visa on their own merit, without employer sponsorship, as 2026 policy changes widen the route.
Customs Declarations UK adds NCTS6 transit filings as HMRC lists it as provider
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Customs Declarations UK has launched a cloud-based NCTS6 transit declarations tool as the UK’s move to Phase 6 raises the bar for cross-border filings.
Vodafone Business teams with Tech Mahindra on UK digital transformation
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Vodafone Business and Tech Mahindra have formed a partnership to help UK organisations modernise operations and adopt technologies like AI, private 5G, IoT and cloud.
Flexible online tech training is drawing more UK women into digital jobs
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Part-time online bootcamps are becoming a bigger path into UK tech careers for women as employers shift toward skills-based hiring and demand for digital talent rises.
Ascendus deploys $15 million to small business owners in 2025
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Ascendus said its 2025 Annual Report shows $15 million deployed through 706 loans and lines of credit, alongside more coaching and technical assistance for small business owners nationwide.
Aquila Safari becomes official Cape Town safari partner for England's 2026/27 South Africa tour
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Aquila Safari and the Barmy Army have formed a new partnership tied to England’s 2026/27 cricket tour of South Africa.
Surveil named CRN UK Channel Awards finalist for Navigator
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Surveil has been shortlisted for the 2026 CRN UK Channel Awards Vendor Innovation Award for Surveil Navigator, its revenue intelligence layer for Microsoft partners.
Greater Manchester businesses overpaying business rates by £44 million
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One in nine small businesses in Greater Manchester are paying too much business rate tax, according to Businessratechecker.com, with Rochdale posting the worst overpayment rate in England.
UK telcos face £1bn risk under proposed copper switchover rules
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Cartesian says Ofcom’s proposed copper switchover framework could force Openreach to build redundant fibre in rural areas, risking more than £1bn in wasted investment.
Absolute Digital Media lands four UK eCommerce Awards 2026 shortlist spots
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Absolute Digital Media has been shortlisted four times at the UK eCommerce Awards 2026, including two places in the Best eCommerce SEO Campaign category.
Custom Apron UK expands personalized apron line for trades and hospitality
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Custom Apron UK has broadened its made-to-order apron range from its Ashington base, adding more trade-specific options for chefs, barbers, woodworkers and creative professionals.
Morgan Business Sales names 2026 award winners at annual Tweed Heads conference
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Morgan Business Sales recognized its 2026 award winners at a two-day annual conference at Twin Towns in Tweed Heads, spotlighting top brokers and team contributors from across Australia.
Sydney cleaning services adapt to new property and workplace demands
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Demand for residential and commercial cleaning services is shifting across Sydney as property managers, businesses, and communities adapt to changing hygiene, maintenance, and compliance needs.
XVenture launches learning system focused on measurable capability
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XVenture on September 16 launched a 20-program Learning Ecosystem that ties workplace training to pre- and post-measurement, AI coaching and immersive learning.
NexGen Banking Summit UK returns to London for third edition
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The NexGen Banking Summit UK 2026 will bring more than 300 banking leaders, regulators and fintech executives to London on Oct. 21-22. The invitation-only event will focus on digital transformation, regulation and emerging financial technology…
Chery expands UK warranty to seven years and 100,000 miles
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Chery has upgraded its UK vehicle warranty as it marks its first year in the market, extending cover on key components and applying the changes retroactively to every UK vehicle sold so far. The move comes as the brand expands its retailer…
Business Awards UK names 2026 Travel Awards winners and finalists
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Business Awards UK has announced the winners and finalists of its 2026 Travel Awards in Doncaster, recognising travel businesses across luxury trips, family holidays, business transport, independent agencies and accessible tourism.
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