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SBS Australia
3 days ago
- Business
- SBS Australia
Franchising 101: How to start a franchise business in the Philippines
According to the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the Philippines is the 7th largest franchise market in the world. There's strong demand in both food and non-food sectors, with thousands of opportunities across retail, healthcare, logistics, education, and more. The Philippine Franchise Association advises not to fall easily for offers that sound too good to be true. Do your research on the brand, its track record, and whether it already has successful franchisees. Your goals will help determine what type of franchise suits you the time to study it carefully and seek advice from experts. SBS Filipino 03/06/2025 08:44 📢 Where to Catch SBS Filipino
News.com.au
4 days ago
- Business
- News.com.au
Sean ‘Diddy' Combs accuser sues Harvey Weinstein for sexual assault
Crystal McKinney, a former model, accused the disgraced movie mogul of sexually assaulting her and a friend at a hotel in New York City in 2003. The lawsuit against Weinstein was first filed anonymously on 28 February. It claimed that a modelling company executive set up a meeting for McKinney to "discuss a potential business opportunity" with Weinstein one evening on the pretence that meeting Weinstein would allow McKinney to "make it big". In her lawsuit, she alleged that the executive told her, "Don't f**k him until he puts you in a movie'.
Associated Press
27-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Herbalife to Participate in MicroCap Rodeo Conference on June 4
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 27, 2025-- Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE: HLF), a premier health and wellness company, community and platform, today announced John DeSimone, Chief Financial Officer, will participate in a fireside chat at the MicroCap Rodeo Conference on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. ET (6:30 a.m. PT). The webcast will be available at the following link: The webcast will also be available under the Investor Relations section of Herbalife's website at A replay of the webcast will be available at the same website following the completion of the event and for six months thereafter. For more details about the MicroCap Rodeo Conference in New York City, please visit About Herbalife Ltd. Herbalife (NYSE: HLF) is a premier health and wellness company, community and platform that has been changing people's lives with great nutrition products and a business opportunity for its independent distributors since 1980. The Company offers science-backed products to consumers in more than 90 markets through entrepreneurial distributors who provide one-on-one coaching and a supportive community that inspires their customers to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle to live their best life. For more information, visit View source version on CONTACT: Media Contact: Thien Ho Vice President, Global Corporate Communications [email protected] Contact: Erin Banyas Vice President, Head of Investor Relations [email protected] KEYWORD: CALIFORNIA UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES HEALTH FITNESS & NUTRITION FINANCE GENERAL HEALTH VITAMINS/SUPPLEMENTS SOURCE: Herbalife Ltd. Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 05/27/2025 07:05 AM/DISC: 05/27/2025 07:05 AM
Daily Mail
25-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Why this $495,000 three-bedroom home in an amazing part of Australia has been on the market since 2012
A unique property listing in the centre of South Australia 's Kangaroo Island has gained huge attention - but unfortunately for all the wrong reasons. It's the real estate version of a jam-packed showbag, but nobody's taken a bite in more than a decade due to some very specific rules. Situated at 36 Cook Street, Parndana this sprawling three-bedroom home comes with two adjoining blocks of land, a bustling general store, a takeaway café serving up food 'to die for,' a fuel station, and the only post office servicing the entire western half of the island. And it could all be yours for an asking price of just $495,000. Yes, that's right. Less than a tin shed would cost in one of Australia's capital cities, this home, with multiple business attached, is going for under half a million dollars, but the catch has been enough to scare off buyers since 2012. Described by selling agent Lynne Savage of Kangaroo Island Real Estate as a 'gold mine', the property is in the heart of Parndana, a small but vital farming town. 'This isn't just a post office. It's the lifeblood of half the island,' Lynne told FEMAIL. So why hasn't it sold? Turns out, it's the very thing that makes this property so crucial - the Australia Post license - that's also keeping it firmly stuck on the market. According to Lynne, many prospective buyers are simply looking for a sea or tree-change and are attracted by the idea of a laid-back rural home. However, when they learn that running the Post Office is a non-negotiable part of the deal, the sale falls flat. 'I have had a lot of inquiries over the last three years, probably 40 or more, from people interstate interested in buying it,' said Lynne. 'But the sticker is they want either the current owners to stay on and manage it, which they don't want to do, or they ask me if there would be people on Kangaroo Island wanting to manage that for them.' Unfortunately for the current owners, who are now divorced and having to run the attached businesses seven days a week, it might be the location that's hindering potential buyers. 'It's just one of those very unique situations, if it were somewhere by the water, it would go like a flash.' Lynne is referring to the fact that Parndana is landlocked and not as 'desirable' for young people and families. Located approximately 20 minutes north and south of the closest beach, and a half-an-hour drive from the popular coastal town of Kingscote, it could very well be a big contributing factor. 'If it was somewhere with water, you would probably be up around $800,000,' Lynne said on the drastic price difference other smaller properties could reach with a sea-view. As for an ideal buyer, Lynne said it could be a family who wants a lifestyle change and is committed to running the Post Office and store as a lucrative business. 'Houses on Kangaroo Island the size of that house, would be $495,000 just for the house, let alone the business opportunities as well,' she said. Locally known as Davo's Deli, the business side of 36 Cook Street is more than just a shop - it stocks groceries, fresh produce, frozen meats, operates as an Elgas agency, and even has an Ampol fuel distribution license. In a small town like Parndana, these businesses aren't just convenient, they're essential. Adding to the intrigue, housing demand is booming in Kangaroo Island's western districts, and with Parndana being the only township servicing the region, a property like this one is incredibly rare. Yet, even with the rising appeal of country living and the remote work boom, the post office stigma is hard to shake. Australians love the romance of owning an old Post Office - just not the reality of running one. Post offices across Australia have seen mixed fates. A 2021 Deloitte Access Economics report ranked them as more trusted than the local school, bank, or even the library, but many are being closed or converted into homes. With business obligations like this one – which Lynn said new buyers would require to go through full Post Office training if they were to operate it themselves - the extra workload and responsibilities have made it hard for buyers to commit. The next owner won't just be buying a home, they'll be stepping into a central role in one of Australia's most beautiful, tight-knit island communities. It's a lifestyle many dream about: quiet living, community connection, and running your own business. Until someone does snap it up though, this Kangaroo Island gem will keep waiting - shelves fully stocked, coffee machine at the ready, and post piling up.
The Sun
25-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Cash-strapped ITV selling ad space on Coronation Street for staggering 7-figure sum amid brutal cuts
FANCY setting up your own business on Coronation Street? Well now is your chance — although you will need a cool £1million in the bank. 4 That's how much ITV wants for the privilege of setting up shop in Weatherfield's arches alongside other firms including Argos and Sainsbury's. The unit is in a prime location, previously occupied by Hays Travel, and should provide anyone with deep enough pockets the chance to showcase their brand. The only problem is that ITV has been advertising the storefront on its website for some time — with it being available as far back as March. A TV insider said: 'Perhaps the fact that Coronation Street's viewing figures weren't quite what they were, would suggest that this isn't exactly a bargain price. 'A seven-figure sum is eye-watering considering the shop itself may only end up in a limited number of scenes and shots, and the fact that it doesn't seem to have been snapped up suggests there aren't many takers.' The advert states: 'Your brand could be the next 'grand store opening' on the nation's most famous street, Coronation Street. This is a unique Product Placement opportunity, with proven success. 'Seamlessly integrating your brand and elevating your SOV, trust and fame—without direct retail competition.' An ITV Spokesperson: 'Coronation Street has enjoyed a successful partnership with Hays Travel and we are excited to welcome a new brand to the storefront in the UK's biggest product placement partnership soon.' Big characters Although it was still ITV's most watched show on Friday, the episode of Corrie drew in just under 3.3million viewers, which wasn't much more than its channel rival, Emmerdale. Over the past year, Coronation Street has said goodbye to a string of big characters, including Eileen Grimshaw (Sue Cleaver) which, it is claimed, is down to bosses having to cut costs as advertising rates are further squeezed. Michael McStay makes Coronation Street debut as Alan Hoyle in 2010 The news also comes at the end of a week when ITV confirmed dramatic changes to its daytime TV schedule, with Loose Women being cut to 30 weeks a year. Wonder if one of them fancies a career change into retail? HOSTING IS NO JOKE FOR JOEL AND PALS MORE comedians than ever before have pivoted from cracking jokes in clubs to landing proper presenting gigs on TV - and Joel Dommett knows why. The Masked Singer host, who still tours as a comic, believes his funny friends have been forced to diversify as these days there are far fewer panel shows - which once cast a gaggle of gag-makers. It means Joel is on the NTA longlist for TV Presenter alongside a load of comedians, like Romesh Ranganathan, Adam Hills and Tom Allen. Joel said: 'It's been an interesting time for comedy on telly because panel shows have sort of fallen by the wayside. 'So comedians who used to populate these panel shows, they have gone on to such varying stuff. 'We all started out like me, Rob Beckett, Romesh, Joe Lycett, we would never have dreamt of being on all these different TV channels, doing all these different kinds of shows.' TV's all the better for it, I reckon. JEREMY VINE is celebrating because the BBC has commissioned a TV series based on his new murder mystery book. The Channel 5 and Radio Two presenter has penned a whodunnit called Murder On Line One. 4 The gripping story - set in Sidmouth in Devon - centres around a late-night talk show host called Edward who discovers that someone is killing off his listeners. Vine has revealed that his novel - which has made the Sunday Times best seller list - will be turned into a telly drama. The ex-Strictly star said: 'Just today I have had a meeting about doing a TV thing on the book and I just always guard myself against disappointment but this is a production company and they are going to set it in Sidmouth and they are going to film it and the BBC has commissioned it.' BRITAIN'S Got Talent has named its ten finalists as Vinnie McKee, The Blackouts, Stacey Leadbeatter, Olly Pearson, Ping Pong Pang, Jasmine Rice, Joseph Charm, Hear Our Voice, Harry Moulding and Binita Chetry. It's on Saturday at 7pm. TOM JONES will tell his own incredible life story on the BBC's In My Own Words factual series. Confirming my TV Biz story, BBC Arts has announced the Welsh crooner will share intimate, first person testimony as well as archive footage for his special film. Tom said: 'Taking the time to look back at some of the extraordinary things that have happened in my life for In My Own Words has been really enjoyable and thought-provoking. 'Some of the archive I'd not seen before and watching snippets of those past times, places, styles and struggles brought home how lucky I am. 'Being able to spend the day in the first house I ever owned brought back so many memories… I hope everyone enjoys watching it as much as I did making it!' Elsewhere the series will feature Frederick Forsyth, Val McDermid, Yinka Shonibare and Cornelia Parker and will air this autumn. I'M A Celeb star GK Barry and comic Jamali Maddix will be team leaders on Jimmy Carr's new Comedy Central series, Am I The A**hole. The eight-parter will see members of the public ask if they have been unreasonable in a scenario and will air later this year.
