December, the final month of the year, brings a mix of cultural, national, and global observances. In India, the month is marked by public holidays, regional festivals, and national commemorations, while globally, it highlights awareness campaigns on health, human rights, and environmental...

The owner of a small pub chain in the south east of England has said his costs will rise by £62,000 per year after changes announced in the Budget.Phil Thorley, who runs the Thorley Taverns pub group, said business rates - a tax on...