Production has begun on the new TV adaptation of Harry Potter, as the first picture of the lead actor in costume was released. JK Rowling’s series of novels has already been made into a film, but HBO is now producing a TV series which is expected to take 10 years to complete. Producers released the...
Sportscar maker Lotus is considering ending production at its home in the UK in favour of setting up a new plant in the US, the BBC understands. Such a move would put 1,300 jobs at risk at its headquarters in Hethel, Norfolk. Lotus refused to comment when asked about any plans, which were first reported...
Tom Espiner Business reporter, BBC News Reuters UK car production sank to its lowest level since 1949 in May as US tariffs hit exports, an industry group has said. Production fell by nearly a third from a year earlier to 49,810 units, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), which – excluding...
Shakira has cancelled her upcoming concert in Washington DC after “complications” with the stage at her previous show in Boston – an event that was also called off. The Colombian pop star had been due to perform on Saturday as part of WorldPride, one of the largest LGBTQ+ festivals in the world. In a statement...
The number of vehicles manufactured in the UK fell sharply last month, as tariffs and the timing of Easter hit production. The 59,203 vehicles made was the lowest April output for more than 70 years, with the exception of 2020, when production effectively stopped during the Covid lockdown. The Society for Motor Manufacturers and Traders...
The SF Standard published a great story last weekend about a business started more than 40 years ago in Berkeley, CA. Urban Ore is a warehouse space for the sale of salvaged, donated items which was started with motto “To End the Age of Waste.” Here’s a recent post on their Instagram page. Founder Daniel...
Paul Glynn Culture reporter Getty Images A share of the revenue streaming services make from subscription fees should be paid into a fund to support British high-end TV production, an influential group of MPs has said. In a new report, the Culture, Media and Sport (CMS) committee urged the government to improve support measures for...