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John Lewis has formally closed one of its major UK distribution centres after more than 40 years as the retailer accelerates investment in automation technology. The Blakelands national distribution centre in Milton Keynes has long formed part of the retailer’s logistics network, supporting operations across John Lewis department stores and …

Check out what’s clicking on FoxBusiness.com. This year’s FIFA World Cup is a historic one on multiple levels, from its new 48-team format to the 104 total games played beginning June 11.  It’s a tournament for the ages and one that needs help behind the scenes to provide insight, innovation …

Nationwide has launched a savings account exclusively for members with a 5% interest rate. Members of either Nationwide or Virgin Money (which was absorbed into the building society this year) with a qualifying account may be eligible for the Member Exclusive Online Bond. To become a member you have to …

Nationally syndicated radio host Dana Loesch says the Supreme Court’s ruling on Louisiana redistricting favored the Constitution on ‘The Evening Edit.’ The Congressional Black Caucus is pressuring major corporations across the country to publicly oppose Republican-led congressional redistricting efforts that critics say could weaken Black political representation following a recent …

People trying to stay cool at home during the May heatwave may want to do some quick checks. The UK experienced its hottest ever weather for the month of May in the on-going hot spell. You may have retreated indoors to escape the blazing sun, but experts have warned you …

More than four million Nationwide customers will receive a £100 payment in their current account within weeks. The latest Fairer Share payment, totalling around £440million, will be paid from June 10 to eligible members who use Nationwide for their everyday banking, in addition to having a qualifying savings account or …

HMRC has issued a tax update for state pensioners who want to continue working. The Government explained how tax and National Insurance works when retirees draw a state pension income, which is worth up to £965.20 every four weeks. April’s 4.8% increase to the State Pension has brought the annual …

Unleash Prosperity co-founder Stephen Moore discusses the gas tax holiday proposal and the House-passed housing affordability bill on ‘The Bottom Line.’ A recall issued by Hyundai could impact more than 421,000 vehicles after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) discovered a software bug. The software issue in the front …

Older state pensioners are being handed up to £415.44 per week if they max out two elements of their DWP payments this financial year. That’s because many older state pensioners are also eligible for additional ‘increments’ on top of their basic state pension amount from an older scheme called Additional …

Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to discuss rising mortgage rates, cutting housing regulations and the Trump administration’s push to boost affordable homebuilding. The housing market remains hot in much of the country, with rising prices creating affordability concerns for would-be buyers – though some …