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I thought Making Tax Digital would be expensive - but these 7 free MTD software options are perfect for freelancers
UK-based freelancers, sole traders, and landlords are required from April 2026 to adhere to new tax submission requirements. Making Tax Digital (MTD) requires self-employed UK residents to submit quarterly records, with record-keeping maintained…
How Spotlite is Rewriting the Rules of the Modeling Industry
In an industry long defined by opaque contracts, vanishing paychecks, and the “wild west” of social media casting, Benjamin A. Hori is drawing a line in the sand. As the chief strategy officer and co-founder of Spotlite, Hori isn't…
Sexual harassment is rife on comedy circuit and women lack protections, MPs told
Sexual harassment and abuse on the comedy circuit has is persistent and under-reported, with protections available to women often limited or absent, a comedian has told MPs. Performers and campaigners said many female comedians are left to rely on…
Mission-Driven Organizations Are Building Full Comms Teams Right Now
Something worth watching is happening in the advocacy and nonprofit space right now. Organizations aren't just filling one communications vacancy and calling it a day. They're building out entire teams simultaneously, posting PR and digital roles…
There Is Hope in the Job Market for Gen Z, After All
Trying to land your first job post-college is already hard enough for some, but trying to do so in this economy? When the job market has been notoriously out of control? Yeah, no thanks. But LinkedIn is saying it's not all doom and gloom for new…
BBC to cut 2,000 jobs in major restructure
The BBC is set to cut 2,000 jobs as part of a drive to reduce costs by 10 per cent over the next three years, sources have revealed. It is understood staff were informed of the significant redundancies during an all-staff call held on Wednesday…
Where are new grads finding job opportunities
It's a brutal hiring market for new grads. Hiring has slowed across multiple industries and competition is especially fierce given AI has recently begun to take on tasks usually associated with entry-level roles. According to a recent analysis from…
Marvel massacre as staggering layoffs hit award-winning team behind blockbuster superhero franchises
A sweeping round of layoffs has rocked Marvel, gutting teams behind some of Hollywood's biggest superhero hits as parent company Disney tightens its belt. Roughly 8% of the superhero brand's workforce has been cut, impacting Marvel Entertainment in…
Get ahead of next year's taxes: 6 moves to make right now
If you want to lower your tax bill next year, the best time to start planning is now, not when you sit down to file next year. Some moves can reduce your taxable income, while others can help you capture deductions or make more tax-efficient…
PKB: Mortgage Rates Easing Again, Cyclical Strength Resurfaces, Risks Remain (Downgrade)
Invesco Building & Construction ETF (PKB) is downgraded to hold after a 26% rally and elevated valuation. PKB trades at a 20.8x P/E, over 5 turns higher than prior review, with a PEG near 2, reflecting stretched valuation. Momentum and technicals…
BBC to cut 2,000 jobs in bid to slash costs by 10% in next three years
Ex-Google boss Matt Brittin was last month announced as new director general The BBC is planning to cut 2,000 jobs as it tries to reduce costs by 10 per cent during the next three years. The overhaul amounts to the largest downsizing of the licence…
This Viral Skincare Trend Can Be Seen At Gyms Across the Country. It May be Doing More Harm Than Good.
As a beauty writer and certified Pilates instructor, I consider myself in the know regarding what women wear to their workout classes. From the brands that are killing the athleisure game, to the deodorants and fragrances that manage to withstand…
Yellowstone boss' hit soapy drama has future confirmed after 'record-breaking' success
Yellowstone boss Taylor Sheridan's new drama The Madison is nowhere near releasing its second season, but it's already been renewed by Paramount for a third due to its huge success. The network said that the 'record-breaking' show, which premiered…
RTX Corporation: Sentiment Cools As The War In Iran Ceasefire Hopes Rise (NYSE:RTX)
RTX Corporation is rated 'Hold' as valuation appears full despite recent contract wins and strong operational execution. Recent $3.7 billion and $627 million Raytheon contracts bolster the $268 billion backlog, supporting robust 2026 prospects…
NASA responds as missing patch appears on Artemis II's heat shield
READ MORE: Artemis II commander STEALS the crew's mascot As the world watched the Artemis II capsule burn its way back to Earth, eagle–eyed social media users spotted a worrying detail. Fans noticed what appeared to be a large patch of…
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