Greene King sales slip as pub sector continues to lose its fizz

Greene King sales slip as pub sector continues to lose its fizz and £2.7billion takeover by Hong Kong family looms Greene King said the decline in group sales was driven by ‘softer’ beer sales Net income across its pub arm slid 4.2% as it fell short of 2018 trading levels The looming takeover offers a … Read more

Covid-19 lockdown sees personal hygiene standards slip

Homeworkers are buying fewer personal grooming products such as deodorant and shampoo as the nation continues its Covid-19 lockdown.  Consumer goods company Unilever – which manufacturers brands such as Lynx deodorant, Toni & Guy hair care and Radox shower gel – has noticed a distinct slump for such products.  However, consumers are buying large amounts … Read more

Hovershoes are here! $200 self-balancing skates slip under your shoes to propel you at 7mph

Move over, hoverboards.  A new pair of hovershoes unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show could soon replace your scooter, bike and skateboard – just don’t try to take them for a spin in the rain.  Called the Motokick hover shoes, the $200 self-balancing skates slip underneath your shoes to propel users at speeds of up … Read more