It is blindingly obvious that these pop ups are a nuisance rather than useful. The content is invariably included in a recent email, and often on the current page being viewed. I see no function except to satisfy someones 'good' idea.
If citywire were really listening to feedback they would disable these pop ups rather than move them to where they can be ignored.
Not all changes are positive and sometimes we must accept this.
I find the citywire updates interesting and informative, although sometimes a little 'light', and they sometimes have a tendency to 'market' financial products rather than provide information. However I guess there has to be an income stream for citywire to be able to provide this service.
If the nuisance of pop-ups (or other ads) outwieghs the usefulness of the service subscribers will vote with their feet (or mice).
Rik