The groups said the planned combination will create one of the largest 20 global law firms by revenues. It is the latest major global tie up since UK magic circle firm Allen & Overy merged with New York’s Shearman & Sterling in 2023. The new business, which will be called Ashurst Perkins Coie, will employ around 3,000 lawyers across 23 countries. “We have now found that partner – Perkins Coie is an ambitious, forward-thinking law firm meeting its clients at the forefront of technological change. “Together, we will combine resources and expertise to accelerate growth and set new standards for world-class legal service.”

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Marking 15 years since its first journey to the UK, the Coca-Cola Christmas truck will visit 15 locations across the country in 2025. At each stop on the tour, visitors will be able to immerse themselves in festive games, win exclusive Coca-Cola merchandise and enjoy a Coca-Cola, Coke Zero or Diet Coke. Last year, the Coca-Cola Christmas truck tour attracted 53,000 visitors, with each one getting the opportunity to take a picture in front of the iconic red truck. For every Tesco Festive Meal purchased with any 500ml Coca-Cola drink, the drinks giant will donate an extra 20p to FareShare. “This incredibly generous donation means this festive season the equivalent of 1 million meals will reach people and communities in need.

London - November 17, 2025: The Times and The Sunday Times today announced the launch of Times Money, a new and improved personal finance proposition. The Times Money section is supercharging its proposition across Times Media platforms including digital, The Times Live app, print, newsletters and video. Led by Ben Wilkinson, Head of Money for The Times and The Sunday Times, Times Money brings together some of the country’s best financial journalists to create the go-to trusted source for personal finance news and guidance. For commercial partners, the launch solidifies Times Money as the UK’s most influential money section. Simon Hildrey, Chief Marketing Officer, Liontrust Asset Management said: “Liontrust is proud to be the exclusive partner for the launch of the new and improved Times Money section.

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Almost 280,000 spectators attended Royal Portrush across a week that culminated with world No 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler lifting the prized Claret Jug in front of thousands of cheering fans. “We enjoyed a truly spectacular championship at Royal Portrush and relished the incredible passion and enthusiasm of the fans who created such a fantastic atmosphere. Stormont Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald said the Open hosted local businesses (Liam McBurney/PA)“The hosting of The 153rd Open here was a resounding success. Furthermore, golf clubs and local businesses reported a positive local economic impact. “Indeed, while the championship generated £280 million in combined economic and media benefit, marketing and communication activity undertaken by Tourism NI and Tourism Ireland delivered an additional £12.1 million in PR value.

The BBC said the edit of Mr Trump’s speech on January 6 2021 had given the “mistaken impression that President Trump had made a direct call for violent action”. There is no basis for a defamation case and we are determined to fight this. The BBC has said it will not air the Panorama episode Trump: A Second Chance? The corporation has also apologised for using the incorrect title for the Princess of Wales during coverage of Armistice Day. “Throughout our Armistice Day coverage more broadly, we referred to Catherine by her correct title.”

An article in the UK’s Times newspaper flagged how several Britons are relocating to Malta for tax-related reasons. The report said interest in relocating to Malta has risen since the UK’s Labour government abolished the nom-dom status, which had allowed UK residents domiciled outside the country to benefit from favourable tax treatment. It highlighted schemes like the Malta Global Residence Programme, which offers Britons and other non-EU nationals a flat 15% tax rate on any income, including pensions, remitted to Malta. With tax-free gains from overseas assets, no inheritance, wealth, estate or capital gains tax, and access to Malta’s state healthcare, the scheme was described as particularly attractive. Tax advisor Jamie Favell told the Times that their wealthy clients have grown very unsettled at the UK’s changing tax landscape and many are considering leaving the country.

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Christmas at Wimpole Estate was highlighted by The Times newspaper among the 19 top attractions of its kind in the country. The profile reads: "Set in the gently rolling Cambridgeshire countryside, the Wimpole Estate joined the growing list of National Trust properties with Christmas light trails a few years ago. Christmas at Wimpole, which will soon return for its fifth year, launches this Friday (November 21) and runs until January 3. The trail is a collaboration between Sony Music, the National Trust and Culture Creative. Italian artist Cristina Ottonello’s Robins Trail installation shimmers in sequins, while 40 colour-changing Edison bulbs add a warm festive glow.

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Here the PA news agency looks at the most common nationalities of migrants arriving in the UK both legally and illegally, those applying for asylum, and those currently in prison. Of this figure, the most common nationality was Indian, accounting for almost one in five (165,970 visas issued or 19.9% of the total). The most common nationalities of migrants arriving in the UK illegally are among the least common nationalities of those granted visas to come to the country legally. Pakistani was the most common nationality among applicants, accounting for 11,234 people, or 10.1% of the total. Afghan was the second most common nationality (8,281 or 7.5%), followed by Iranian (7,746 or 7.0%), Eritrean (7,433 or 6.7%) and Bangladeshi (6,649 or 6.0%).