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GdW Warns of New-Build Investment Slump in Germany GdW warns of a new-build investment slump as construction costs cut 2026 new-build spending to €6bn; urges ‘type E’, faster approvals and …

EasyJet takeover edges closer as Castlelake secures “principal agreement” with airline board Castlelake bids £6.90 per share for EasyJet, agreeing a principal deal with the board; the proposed EasyJet takeover …

Microsoft layoffs: 4,800 jobs cut worldwide as Xbox to shed 3,200 roles Microsoft layoffs: Company will cut 4,800 positions globally, mostly in Xbox where 3,200 roles will go; 1,600 cuts …

Media report fuels TKMS submarine order speculation as shares climb A media report suggesting a TKMS submarine order lifted Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems shares after it was reported the firm beat …

Deutsche Bahn pegs Brenner-Nordzulauf planning and construction at €8.57bn amid large risk and inflation reserves Deutsche Bahn estimates the Brenner-Nordzulauf will require €8.57bn for planning and construction, with nearly €7.6bn …

Opening a Café: Two Years On, Owner Works 80 Hours for €1,400 Net After opening a café, owner Monique Eichhorn now works up to 80 hours a week and nets …

Retail Groups Push for Expanded Sunday Opening Hours After Government Proposal Retail associations urge full Sunday opening hours as coalition plans limited extensions for bakeries and libraries from January 1, …

Supreme Court Rules for Bayer in Glyphosate Case, Overturning $1.25M Verdict U.S. Supreme Court rules that federal pesticide law preempts state failure-to-warn claims, overturning a $1.25M award and narrowing glyphosate …

Vintage furniture hazards: buyers warned about toxic paints, asbestos and hidden chemicals Vintage furniture hazards: Experts warn buyers to test for lead, chromate pigments, asbestos and treated upholstery before restoration …