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Scotsman
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- Business
- Scotsman
BrewDog announces closure of 10 bars - including first Aberdeen pub
The Scots brewing giant is set to close a number of its flagship bars including in Aberdeen. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... BrewDog is set to close 10 bars across the UK, including a flagship venue in Aberdeen. In a post on X, the union wrote: 'BREAKING @BrewDog have announced that they are closing 10 flagship bars from Aberdeen to Camden, as soon as THIS FRIDAY! 'In what universe is 3 DAYS a morally (or legally) acceptable notice period for a proper redundancy consultation for the workers impacted?!' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad A spokesperson for BrewDog said: 'We can confirm that following a review of our bars business we have made the difficult decision to close 10 bars – which reflects a more focused strategy and a rationalisation of our bar footprint. Despite our best efforts, and the hard work of our teams, it has simply not been possible to make these bars commercially viable. This decision is not simply a response to the challenging UK hospitality market, but a proactive decision to redefine the bar division's focus for long-term and profitable growth – accounting for ongoing industry challenges, including rising costs, increased regulation, and economic pressures. 'We are working hard to minimise the impact on our people, and we expect to redeploy many affected team members across the BrewDog network. For those leaving the business, we're providing as much support as possible during this transition. We remain passionate and firmly committed to our bars, and optimistic about the future, as we still see significant long-term opportunity. 'Regarding the notice period, we are going through a meaningful and appropriate consultation process with all affected staff. It will last a minimum of 14 days, there will be one to one meetings for every member of staff who is at risk of redundancy and every effort will be made to redeploy as many members of staff as possible. A full range of wellbeing and outplacement support will be available to all affected employees.' Shawn - A letter sent to staff from CEO James Taylor reads: 'Team, Today we are announcing an important update to our bar business in the UK with a more focused strategy and the rationalisation of our bar footprint. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'This is part of the wider refresh we have set out, and it aligns with our renewed focus on innovation, quality, and a new brand identity. It positions our bar portfolio for long-term, profitable growth, but also takes into account the continued challenges facing the UK hospitality industry, including rising costs, increased regulation, and economic pressures. 'Unfortunately, this will result in some bar closures. This restructure of our bar business reflects our long-term strategy. As we become an experience-led brand we are evolving our bar strategy to focus on two core pillars: Destination Hubs - large-format, high impact immersive venues like Waterloo, Las Vegas, Tower Hill, Berlin, Brisbane and Dublin that are brand flagships. Community Bars - smaller, local spaces that create deep connections with local communities. 'As part of this strategic review, we have made the difficult decision to close 10 bars. This includes some venues that are woven into our history, including Aberdeen, which was our first ever bar, and Camden, the first bar we opened in London. Despite our best efforts, and the hard work of the teams in each of these bars, it has simply not been possible to find a formula to make these bars viable due to their size, location and other limiting factors. 'Following much consideration, we have sadly concluded that there is no realistic prospect of making these venues commercially viable. Keeping them open would put pressure on the wider business, making it harder to invest where we know we can grow. This decision is not simply a response to the challenging UK hospitality market, but a proactive decision to redefine the bar division's focus. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'This is not a decision we've taken lightly. But as we evolve BrewDog into a more focused and sustainable business, we've had to be honest about where we are - and where we're heading.' Which BrewDog bars are closing? Aberdeen Flagship (Gallowgate) Brighton Camden Dundee Leeds North Street Oxford Sheffield Shepherds Bush Shoreditch York The statement from BrewDog CEO James Taylor to staff continues: 'We are working hard to minimise the impact on our people, and we expect to redeploy many affected team members across the BrewDog network. For those leaving the business, we're providing as much support as possible during this transition. 'To everyone who worked in these bars, and every customer who supported them - thank you. These bars helped make BrewDog what it is today, and we're grateful for your support over the years. 'This decision is about focus. It's about putting our energy, resources, and investment into bars that are working - and giving our teams the strongest possible foundation for the future. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Despite these changes, we remain firmly committed to our bars. Yes, the current market is extremely difficult especially in the UK and we are not immune from the same challenges facing so many other operators. We are passionate about our bars and optimistic about the future. We still see significant long-term opportunity. 'If you have any questions, please speak to your manager or reach out to the People team. James' BrewDog was founded by James Watt and Martin Dickie in 2007 and by its second year it had become Scotland's largest independent brewery. BrewDog began as a brewery in Fraserburg, and has since evolved into one of the biggest and most recognisable brands in the UK brewing industry. As well as being known for its beers, the firm has over 50 bars in Scotland, England and Wales as well as hotels. The first BrewDog bar was opened in Aberdeen in 2009. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad BrewDog has been closing bars across the world, including in the UK since 2022 citing 'spiralling costs' when it closed pubs then. Back in January it closed bars in England, China and Europe after reporting losses of £63 million. At the time of these closures, CEO James Arrow said to staff and shareholders: 'As you will be very aware, the hospitality sector has faced unprecedented challenges over the last few years – both in the UK and around the world. 'And whilst our bar estate has been very resilient, we've not been immune, and some locations have felt the impact more acutely than others. 'Unfortunately, we recently made the tough decision to close four of our international bars.
New York Times
16-07-2025
- General
- New York Times
I Found My Daughter's Pregnancy Test. Should I Have Told My Wife?
About a year ago, while doing some minor renovation work in my 25-year-old daughter's bedroom closet, I stumbled upon an unopened but clearly hidden pregnancy-test kit. I left it alone without mention, wanting to honor my daughter's privacy about her sex life. A year later, my wife stumbled upon the same unopened test kit while searching for a handbag my daughter had borrowed. When my wife mentioned finding it, I admitted to seeing it a year earlier. My wife is now hurt that I didn't tell her at the time. Had my daughter been a minor, I might have acted differently, but I believe that my daughter's right to privacy as an adult superseded the duty my wife says I owed her as a co-parent. Who is right? — Shawn, Queens From the Ethicist: You owe it to your adult daughter to respect her privacy. You owe it to your wife to share important information about your daughter's life. Which matters more here? That may depend in part on your particular marital understanding, which may depend, in turn, on your cultural traditions. But to my way of thinking, that unused plastic wand is pretty low on the list of things that clamor for disclosure. This wasn't a cache of heroin or an alarming medical report. (If you ever did come across something truly consequential, you might want to talk to your daughter first and offer to help her share it if needed.) So I'm with you. You stumbled on something that this 25-year-old presumably intended to keep private, and you recognized that she's entitled to that privacy — even when under your roof, even when sharing the Wi-Fi. That doesn't make you a secretive spouse. It makes you a father who knows, perhaps better than most, how to respect an adult child's boundaries. Kudos for that. Readers Respond The previous question was from a reader who was dating a man who wanted to be exclusive. He wrote: 'I'm a 20-year-old male college student who met someone new this spring. I recently let him know I'm not interested in monogamy right now. He seemed to take it all right, but I later discovered that within two weeks, he slept with three people without telling me. 'To ease tensions, I agreed to four months of exclusivity to see where we stand. … Should I suppress my bohemian urges and go along with his desire for exclusivity or attempt another structured conversation about it?' — Name Withheld Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Business Wire
24-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
MarineMax Expands Role for EVP and Chief Digital Officer Shawn Berg
BUSINESS WIRE)--MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE: HZO), the world's largest recreational boat and yacht retailer, marina operator and superyacht services company, today announced that Shawn Berg, Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Officer, is taking on an expanded role to help support the Company's strategic growth and innovation initiatives. Mr. Berg joined MarineMax as Vice President of Technology in 2017 and was promoted to his current role in 2019. With more than 30 years of experience, he has held multiple officer-level positions, helping to drive growth for companies in the marine, automotive, and retail sectors. He possesses deep expertise in finance, insurance, distribution, service, and supply chain operations. 'Shawn's leadership, strategic perspective, and clear understanding of the industry make him well-suited for this expanded role,' stated Brett McGill, MarineMax's Chief Executive Officer and President. 'By giving Shawn the added responsibility for coordinating strategic growth initiatives across all of our global divisions, we are advancing the Company's commitment to delivering industry-leading customer experiences and sustainable financial performance." MarineMax maintains a clear focus on innovation and customer-driven growth, utilizing technology, acquisitions, and service excellence to lead the recreational marine sector. Working with the other members of the Company's leadership team, Mr. Berg will contribute to refining and executing MarineMax's strategic roadmap, emphasizing operational excellence, market expansion, digital transformation and world-class customer service. 'I am honored to take on this expanded role to help advance MarineMax's long-term growth,' Mr. Berg said. 'I look forward to working with the team to deliver enhanced value to our customers, partners, and shareholders.' About MarineMax As the world's largest recreational boat and yacht retailer, marina operator and superyacht services company, MarineMax (NYSE: HZO) is United by Water. We have over 120 locations worldwide, including over 70 dealerships and 65 marina and storage facilities. Our integrated business includes IGY Marinas, which operates luxury marinas in yachting and sport fishing destinations around the world; Fraser Yachts Group and Northrop & Johnson, leading superyacht brokerage and luxury yacht services companies; Cruisers Yachts, one of the world's premier manufacturers of premium sport yachts, motor yachts, and Aviara luxury dayboats; and Intrepid Powerboats, a premier manufacturer of powerboats. To enhance and simplify the customer experience, we provide financing and insurance services as well as leading digital technology products that connect boaters to a network of preferred marinas, dealers, and marine professionals through Boatyard and Boatzon. In addition, we operate MarineMax Vacations in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, which offers our charter vacation guests the luxury boating adventures of a lifetime. Land comprises 29% of the earth's surface. We're focused on the other 71%. Learn more at Forward Looking Statement Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements, including those related to the expansion of Shawn Berg's role to support the Company's growth and innovation initiatives, are based on current expectations, forecasts, risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that may cause actual results to differ materially from expectations as of the date of this release. These risks, assumptions, and uncertainties include the return to normal operations of the Company's locations, the timing of and potential outcome of the Company's long-term improvement plan, the estimated impact resulting from the Company's cost-reduction initiatives, the Company's abilities to reduce inventory, manage expenses and accomplish its goals and strategies, the quality of the new product offerings from the Company's manufacturing partners, the performance and integration of the recently acquired businesses, general economic conditions, as well as those within the Company's industry, the liquidity and strength of our bank group partners, the level of consumer spending, and numerous other factors identified in the Company's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2024 and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Metro
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Robert Irwin and Shawn Mendes romance rumours rock the internet
The internet is convinced Robert Irwin and Shawn Mendes are a couple for a very bizarre reason. Yes, you read that correctly. The latest romance rumours in 2025, following JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes, and Elizabeth Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus, follow two of the most unlikely heartthrobs. Of course, social media is at the source of the rumours, more specifically, a slew of AI-generated images of the duo embracing. Pictures began cropping up online which show the Senorita hitmaker, 26, and the conservationist, 21, alongside clickbait headlines such as 'Shawn Mendes thought the cameras were off 🎥… but Robert Irwin remembers everything 🐊. Whatever happened in the wild didn't stay there 🌪️, and it's starting to smell 🔥.' Another post from June 18 reads: 'Shawn Mendes and Robert Irwin dropped one silent bombshell—one glance, one laugh, and the whole internet started whispering 🔥👀.' But why? In an even stranger turn, this rumour allegedly began three years ago when both Robert and Shawn alongside Javier Bardem were promoting 2022 film Lyle, Lyle Crocodile. After watching an interview clip in which Robert passionately talks about his love for reptiles, internet sleuths began to decode his and Shawn's body language, which they think point to a romantic connection. It has gone so far that the Irwin family has received congratulations for the happy couple, despite assuring fans that Robert and Shawn are 'just friends.' 'It's been a whirlwind,' an insider told Daily Mail Australia. 'People are congratulating Robert on social media like it's official, but he and Shawn are obviously just friends.' 'Shawn has always had fun with fans' theories, but there's clearly nothing going on romantically,' they added. Fans have run with it online, sharing posts speculating over their potential relationship. 'Shawn Mendes and Robert Irwin dating rumors…' Shakenjaeke wrote on X, adding in a separate post: 'and im choosing to believe it bc that would be fun and cute.' On Facebook, Salvatore Canino said: 'This is awesome! The internet can be so funny can't guys so much jealousy and is about pics are on media is fine .Stop putting opinions on embracing .Both great guys .x' Many said they would be a 'hot couple' while sharing their congratulations, but others pointed out the photos were obviously fake. Both Shawn and Robert are reportedly single after Shawn was previously rumoured to be dating Charlie Travers and Dr Jocelyne Miranda following his split from popstar Camila Cabello. TV presenter Robert, meanwhile, reportedly split with his rumoured girlfriend Charlotte Briggs earlier this year after ending his relationship with Rorie Buckey in 2024. It comes just weeks after Robert broke the internet with a series of racy shots posing for Australian underwear brand Bonds More Trending He appeared in the snaps with with a perentie lizard in his arms, and a snake wrapped around his bare torso, garnering legions of thirsty comments. Taking to Instagram with a video of him lifting and doing press ups ahead of the underwear shoot, Robert explained just how he got so shredded: 'There isn't one single formula to follow. I reckon the most important thing is not to compare yourself to anyone else, just keep trying to be the best version of YOU. 'Listen to your body, keep moving and improving. Treat your whole body, inside and out with kindness, focus on good nutrition and apply a healthy amount of discipline. It has done wonders for my mind, and given me that extra lightness in my step.' Metro has contacted representatives for Robert Irwin and Shawn Mendes for comment Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Friends and Spider-Man star Jack Betts dies aged 96 MORE: Hailey Bieber and Selena Gomez 'feud' reignited after fans spot social media move MORE: Hee Haw actor Gailard Sartain 'dies aged 78' weeks after co-star
Borneo Post
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
RWMF 2025: Kulāiwi to bring Hawaiian ancestral knowledge to contemporary audiences
Shawn addresses the press conference, flanked by Pono (left) and Lehua. – Photo by Roystein Emmor SANTUBONG (June 21): The Hawaiian trio of Kulāiwi aims to bring ancestral knowledge to contemporary audiences through traditional music, language, and hula at the Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) 2025. The group, comprising Shawn Kekoa Pimental, Pono Fernandez and Lehua Kalima Alvarez said their performances are grounded in cultural memory and serve as a means of reconnecting with identity, land, and history. 'Kulāiwi means native lands, but it also means the land where our ancestors' bones are buried. 'Our ancestors hold so much mana – so much power – in their bones, and through our mele (songs) and hula, we honour that legacy and pass it forward,' said Shawn during an interview here today. According to him, traditional music and dance are not only forms of artistic expression but also cultural transmission. 'The way for us to reconnect is through music and hula. We go back to our ancient chants to rediscover what it means to be connected to our land. That informs how we walk in today's world.' Speaking about language revitalisation, Shawn explained that Hawaiian music acts as a bridge between generations. 'For our generation, we weren't raised speaking Hawaiian. We were raised speaking English. Music helps us reclaim what was lost. 'It's our way of remembering, and it's also a bridge to the future,' he said. The trio highlighted that their work is part of a larger cultural movement to revive Hawaiian language and traditions. 'We now have 'kaiapuni' – Hawaiian immersion schools – where children learn in Hawaiian from preschool. These kids are becoming native speakers, something that was nearly lost when our language was banned after colonisation,' said Shawn. They also acknowledged the intergenerational trauma resulting from language suppression. Addressing a question on preserving culture amid Americanisation and globalisation, the group cited ongoing struggles for land, language, and cultural rights. 'We thought we were making good progress, but we're still being whitewashed out of our own land. The fight continues for funding and recognition,' said Shawn. He also touched on activism linked to sacred sites such as Mauna Kea, where they had joined protests to protect the mountain from desecration by large-scale telescope construction. 'It's not that we're against against the destruction of our most sacred spaces and natural resources.' In sharing their message with global audiences at RWMF, Kulāiwi emphasised the universal relevance of cultural and ecological preservation. 'When we come to places like this, we ask for permission to be here. We stand with you in protecting the rainforest, the land, and ancestral knowledge – not just for indigenous people, but for the world,' said Shawn. Kulāiwi's performance at RWMF, scheduled to take place last night, features music that fuses traditional Hawaiian language and contemporary harmonies. ancestral knowledge Hawaii Kulāiwi native RWMF2025
