Latest World News

The bank's IT meltdown last year also resulted in 80,000 customers switching accounts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GgJuZd

Brexit: Third of UK businesses considering move abroad - survey

An Institute of Directors survey finds 29% of businesses are considering moving abroad after Brexit. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sWOKcF

How Vaseline became a million dollar idea

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how Vaseline became a million dollar idea. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G2m5eT

'My side hustle magic trick'

David Linacre works for a law firm by day but in his spare time he is also a professional magician. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RrTPDz

Don't turn a blind eye to hand car wash exploitation, say MPs

Ministers are urged not to "turn a blind eye" to modern slavery and environmental damage at hand car washes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TqZhIS

Amazon sparks fears with sales forecast

The online giant's shares fall over 2% in after-hours trading despite record Christmas sales. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GdJ8CM

China pledges 'tremendous' US soy purchases

US President Donald Trump celebrated the promise at the conclusion of a round of trade talks. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TkwqWA

Instagram: Girl tells how she was 'hooked' on self-harm images

Libby's father says he reported disturbing content to Instagram, but the company did nothing. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2t2rtpz

Tomato prices 'may rise 10%' if there is a no-deal Brexit

Spanish growers warn that the price of their tomatoes in the UK may increase if there is a no-deal Brexit, due to tariffs and other increased costs. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DNvapv

Cherry tomatoes could cost 10% more 'within a week of Brexit'

The cost of cherry tomatoes would rise immediately if there is a no-deal Brexit, say Spanish producers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2BbbL08

Rutger Bregman: The Dutch historian who went viral

Rutger Bregman caught the world's attention as he spoke at the annual World Economic Forum, held in Davos. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2t13qaN

Obscene porn rules relaxed in England and Wales

Guidelines about what constitutes "obscene" pornography have been relaxed in England and Wales. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GbfmOU

'Big six' energy firm Npower to cut 900 jobs

The number of redundancies will be "considerably lower" because of natural turnover, Npower says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RsrInN

Mario Kart mobile delayed until summer 2019

Nintendo announces the Mario Kart Tour app will be delayed until summer 2019. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2G1broD

When do people buy their first home?

Home ownership, what age people buy, and how much of their income is taken up by housing are revealed. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DMP4AY

UK, France and Germany create payments system to trade with Iran

The UK, Germany and France create a payment system to allow trade with Iran without breaching US sanctions. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RyerKE

Russian hackers 'stole Mueller inquiry evidence'

Hackers are trying to discredit the inquiry into alleged Russian interference in US politics, prosecutors say. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Rujpbd

Brexit: Unilever stockpiles Ben & Jerry's and Magnums

Unilever says it is holding extra inventory of the ice cream bars in case of supply chain disruption. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Sl1g3O

Uber services suspended in Barcelona

The ride-hailing firm says new restrictions imposed by the Catalan government are to blame. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MJoVWK

Drones help Galapagos tackle rat infestation

Tonnes of poison was laid down by drones in a project to get rid of the invasive species. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CXz8KE

Facebook adviser attacks 'lax' child checks

Facebook's approach to parental consent was "most concerning", says a member of its Safety Advisory Board. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2MGEtug

Brexit: Why Dutch fear no deal will leave onions to rot

The Netherlands' largest onion producer fears Brexit could leave her produce stuck in transit. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MJgzOS

Asda loses appeal over equal pay

The decision means lower paid shop staff can compare themselves with higher paid warehouse workers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HJjbgA

Italy in recession amid stagnant eurozone

Italy sees two quarters of negative growth as the eurozone expands by just 0.2% in the fourth quarter. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FZpR8T

Knife crime: Suspects could be banned from social media

Those breaching sanctions aimed at cutting rising violence could face up to two years in prison. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2S9v6bN

AO World boss replaced by founder with 'immediate effect'

Steve Caunce will leave with "immediate effect" and is being replaced by founder John Roberts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FY455j

Annual house price growth 'stagnates'

The annual rise in house prices "almost ground to a complete halt" in January, the Nationwide says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DJKi77

Seven out of 10 water firms fail test

Firms have to set out how they will cut water bills as part of the regulator's five-year review. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HQS6bg

It's deadline day - can you handle the pressure?

Nearly two million people are estimated to have left it until the last minute to fill in their tax returns. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Gabtd6

China factory activity shrinks as slowdown worries rise

The data comes as several global firms warn China's slowing economy will hit their bottom line. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UvE5l2

Regulate social media to protect children, MPs urge

A cross-party committee says social media companies should have a legal "duty of care" to children. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2BaE9iK

Haidilao: Robots staff China's top hotpot chain

Robot waiters and chefs form the future of hotpot chain Haidilao. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HGanbw

MPs say fast fashion brands inaction on ethics is shocking

JD Sports, Sports Direct, TK Maxx, Amazon, Boohoo and Missguided must do more, say MPs. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HHsiyB

How has business been affected by Brexit so far?

With two months to go until the UK is due to leave the EU, how are firms and the UK economy faring? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HHrR7r

Brexit: Car investment halves as industry hits 'red alert'

The UK industry's trade body warns of "permanent devastation" if Britain leaves the EU without a deal. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2BbLdM1

Facebook users continue to grow despite privacy scandals

The number of people who logged into the site at least once a month rose 9% last year. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Uu7wUu

Tesla reports profit as issues stabilise

The firm, which has routinely posted losses, reports a small profit for a second consecutive quarter. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RsHcYT

Facebook users continue to grow despite privacy scandals

The number of people who logged into the site at least once a month rose 9% last year. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Uu7wUu

Foxconn reconsiders Wisconsin factory plans

President Donald Trump had hailed Foxconn's investment as the start of a manufacturing revival. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sTNqXY

Fed to be 'patient' with rate changes

The statement from the US central bank is aimed at reassuring financial markets, which jumped on the news. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MHkewu

Fifa to stop selling in-game currency in Belgium

The move comes after the Belgian Gambling Commission threatened legal action over in-game loot boxes. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2MFq3uk

Bosses' group head in abrupt departure

Stephen Martin has been director general of the Institute of Directors for less than two years. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MH51vx

Barclays shifts billions of pounds to Dublin because of Brexit

The High Street bank "cannot wait any longer" to shift business to Dublin because of Brexit. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FYGv8q

Electric checks in rented homes confirmed by government

Landlords in England must organise a check every five years, mirroring rules already in place in Scotland. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CTnznC

Kwik Fit garages hit by computer virus

The car repair chain's IT system went offline on Saturday and has been experiencing problems since. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Bbhenr

Tonnes of chicken nuggets recalled in US

Tyson Foods has been forced to recall chicken nuggets after customers discovered pieces of soft blue rubber inside. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HG5hMk

DJI pledges painful action to tackle corruption

The world's bestselling drone-maker says it must tackle cases of employee theft. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2BbV4Sh

DJI pledges painful action to tackle corruption

The world's bestselling drone-maker says it must tackle cases of employee theft. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2BbV4Sh

Scruff gay dating app bans underwear photos

The app bans images of men in underwear and swimwear after "repeated suspensions by app store distributors". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SgJDCi

The data that can save lives in rural Kenya

An app is helping healthcare workers in rural Kenya to collect data and improve their service to patients. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G8iLhk

Brazil miner Vale cuts output as disaster death toll rises

Brazil's Vale to decommission dams as rescue operation continues for almost 300 people still missing. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FZ8aWW

Santander UK bank profits hit by uncertainty

Profits at the UK arm of the Spanish bank fall 14% due to an "uncertain operating environment". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FYdmu2

Vale: The pride of Brazil becomes its most hated company

Can the country's mining giant Vale recover after its second major disaster in four years? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2SlbwJK

Facebook: Dissident republicans Saoradh take legal action

Saoradh claims the social media giant removed a number of its pages from its platform. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FYq7oy

Credit card use subdued over Christmas

Consumers paid back nearly as much as they borrowed in December, adding to the woes of the High Street. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WtnAaR

Children 'afterthought' for social media companies

England's children's commissioner writes to social media companies, urging them to tackle disturbing content. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2TlA6Hr

PledgeMusic: The day the music died?

Crowdfunding site PledgeMusic seems to have run out of money, leaving musicians wondering what to do. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2sShPG9

The one about Friends still being most popular

They might not have been born when it was made, but Friends is a favourite programme for the young. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HHdvUq

Carlos Ghosn says 'plot and treason' behind arrest

The ex-Nissan chairman says some executives were opposed to his plans for the Japanese carmaker. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sUfASF

Brexit: Firms speeding up no-deal plans, says CBI

A plan to renegotiate the UK's withdrawal deal "feels like a real throw of the dice", the CBI says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Sgmwrw

Clydesdale Bank investors rebel over directors' pay

A third of Clydesdale and Yorkshire Bank investors vote against pay deals for the top executives. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Wv7YU8

Sacked and silenced for being pregnant

It's illegal but pregnant women are being fired and having to sign gagging orders to get compensation. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MGVFQ6

Will the US and China finally agree a trade deal?

Top trade official from both countries are meeting to try and defuse an escalating tariff war. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sSwhOn

Shops in a box: The rise of shipping container retail parks

At least 13 food, retail or office complexes in shipping containers have opened in the past three years. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MGVCUq

Apple iPhone sales in 'disappointing' fall

Revenue from the tech giant's signature iPhone fell 15% in the most recent quarter. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2B9bL0A

Apple iPhone sales in 'disappointing' fall

Revenue from the tech giant's signature iPhone fell 15% in the most recent quarter. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2B9bL0A

Treasury agency had role in controversial RBS unit GRG

The Asset Protection Agency influenced the strategy of controversial RBS unit GRG, the BBC has learnt. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G9o6VV

Kingdom Hearts 3 game released 'without an ending'

The epilogue is downloaded only once the 40 hours of game-play is completed. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FWmuzy

Huawei: A simple guide to why the company is in so much trouble

One of the world's favourite phone makers is fighting for its reputation. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2B8O7RS

Yahoo data breach payout blocked by judge

The judge is unhappy about the sum involved and the vagueness of promised cyber-security fixes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TmCtdg

Yahoo data breach payout blocked by judge

The judge is unhappy about the sum involved and the vagueness of promised cyber-security fixes. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2TmCtdg

Five arrested over Brazil dam collapse

The arrests follow the collapse of a dam in Brumadinho last Friday which killed at least 65 people. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MBRzZy

Snow disruption: Is my boss expecting me at work?

Can employees refuse to work if they cannot travel to work or their children's school is closed? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ME4E4N

George Fernandes: The man who threw out Coca-Cola and IBM from India

Veteran politician George Fernandes, India's defence minister during the Kargil conflict, dies. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sPZ6Lm

Insolvencies 'highest for seven years'

Insolvencies, including bankruptcy, are the result of people facing unmanageable debts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RnSv4H

US firms seek changes to UK standards on beef and drugs

US trade lobby groups urge the UK to change standards to match their own for a post-Brexit trade deal. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Rlh5D7

Rail user satisfaction at 10-year low

Transport Focus says only four in five passengers are happy with their service, the lowest since 2008. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Sj4Wn2

F1 chiefs have concerns over future

Formula 1's race organisers have expressed concerns over the future of the sport and demanded a more open approach from its owners. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CTBSZl

Singapore HIV registry data leaked online in health breach

More than 14,000 people are affected, including thousands of visitors, Singapore's health ministry says. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CNv1AO

Norwegian Air seeks cash injection

The budget airline's shares sink 16% as it plans to raise extra money to improve its finances. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TpEDZH

Huawei: Will US charges sink the Chinese tech company?

The US Justice Department has filed criminal charges against Huawei - will this sink the Chinese telecoms giant? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TiIQhB

Huawei denies wrongdoing after US criminal charges

The Chinese telecoms giant said it was "disappointed" by the US charges, which include theft and fraud. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CPr1jb

Huawei denies wrongdoing after US criminal charges

The Chinese telecoms giant said it was "disappointed" by the US charges, which include theft and fraud. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CPr1jb

Facebook's popularity dips with UK children, says Ofcom

Facebook's popularity among children fell during 2018, according to the media regulator Ofcom. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FVye5j

Can a shift in shopping help Tesco beat the discounters?

Less people do a big weekly shop, but can the change help Tesco stop Aldi and Lidl? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Hxz8X8

Mike Ashley faces fine for late filing of accounts

A company run by Mike Ashley faces a fine from Companies House as it is six months late filing accounts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G4DUsQ

Trade war: Firms look to new factories as tariffs bite

Industrial PC maker Advantech is one firm that plans to shift production out of China to combat the trade war. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HBYpzE

US files charges against China's Huawei and CFO Meng Wanzhou

Among the charges are accusations of fraud, obstruction of justice and theft of technology. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DDWeYi

US charges China's Huawei with fraud

Among the charges are accusations of fraud, obstruction of justice and theft of technology. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DDWeYi

US hits 'corrupt' Venezuela oil firm PDVSA with sanctions

US puts sanctions on PDVSA and urges Venezuela's military to accept a peaceful power transfer. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CRuEFm

Brumadinho dam: Anger grows towards Brazil mine firm Vale

Politicians say Vale SA must be held responsible for last week's disaster with hundreds feared dead. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2BaHBdd

Plastic or paper: Which bag is greener?

Morrisons will introduce paper bags, so are they better for the environment? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HDNrcL

Oddbins prepares to appoint administrators

The owner of the off-licence blames Brexit as it prepares to appoint Duff & Phelps as administrators. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G5ajzx

US shutdown cost $3bn, says Congressional Budget Office

The partial government shutdown will knock about 0.02% off GDP in 2019, says Congressional Budget Office. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2B7DGxH

YouTuber James Charles tells LBC Birmingham crowd 'normal'

James Charles tells LBC his career has been "a wild ride", following gridlock in Birmingham. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CO5eZ1

Barclays boss was 'up at 2am' over bonus

Barclays banker Roger Jenkins discussed with colleagues a plan to raise money privately and avoid nationalisation. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2BakLm3

B&Q 'exposed data about store thieves'

A security researcher says he found a database listing names and details of suspected culprits. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RQtlAR

Nick Clegg: Facebook should pay more tax outside US

The former deputy prime minister has given his first speech since joining the technology giant as head of communications. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DDRYb7

Pension savers 'cash in, but lose out'

Plans to make financial choices clearer for pension savers are published by the regulator. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DDEQCN

TalkTalk hacker Daniel Kelley's blackmail charge dropped

Daniel Kelley has already admitted involvement in the major hack attack on the telecoms firm in 2015. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Sa497H

Victims lose £1m in pension scams

Warnings are repeated on how people's pension savings are being targeted. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2B7RRmF

Vale halts bonuses and dividend after dam deaths

Mining giant Vale curbs payouts as it begins to investigate the fatal dam breach in Brazil. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DD133P

Fortnite loot box llamas go 'see-through'

Epic Games will now let players see what is inside loot llamas before they buy them. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2sSZt81

Tesco's unions seek talks amid fears of 15,000 job cuts

Unite warns of "worrying time" for staff as Tesco finalises restructuring that could involve job cuts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sSzwFG

China's economic slowdown explained

China's economic growth is slowing down. But what's really going on? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DxtjVy

Ocado shares rise after M&S deal report

Ocado shares rise almost 7% after a report suggests it may agree a deal with Marks and Spencer. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2SeOqUI

Howard Schultz: Ex-Starbucks CEO considers presidential run

Howard Schultz says he is "seriously considering" running as an independent candidate for US president. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Ul3g9R

Fitness trackers 'overestimate' calorie burning

Products such as Fitbits overestimate the amount of calories burned while walking, research finds. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Wlmq14

Hundreds of popular cars ‘at risk of keyless theft’

Consumer group Which? found the Ford Fiesta, VW Golf, Nissan Qashqai and Ford Focus were all at risk. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UjO78A

UK cyber-crime victims lose £190,000 a day

Police agency Action Fraud said money lost by victims increased by 24% over a six-month period. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2sNMvZ2

Sir Philip Green drops 'gagging' legal action

Top Shop boss drops effort to maintain gagging orders over accusations of sexual harassment. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FTrowT

Nissan says 'co-operating' with US probe

The carmaker has not provided more details on the inquiry reportedly about executive pay disclosures. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G3NGLL

Vogue Business: New title focuses on fashion industry

The launch of the digital title comes as the US media industry goes through another round of job cuts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UmmCv4

Hundreds of popular cars ‘at risk of keyless theft’

Consumer group Which? found the Ford Fiesta, VW Golf, Nissan Qashqai and Ford Focus were all at risk. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UjO78A

Plastic pollution: Morrisons to trial 20p paper bags

The retailer will also increase the price of its cheapest reusable plastic bag to 15p in the trial. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CRhOqs

'Make yourself redundant every five years'

Guy Grainger from property and investment firm JLL says getting a successor in place every few years re-energises him for the next challenge. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Uj4RNl

US lifts sanctions on Putin ally's firms

The Trump administration lifts curbs on firms linked to Oleg Deripaska, despite objections from Democrats. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RiQyGK

Brumadinho: Search for survivors resumes after second Brazil dam alert

The rescue effort was delayed for hours amid evacuations because of a warning of a second dam burst. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TiNWu3

Venezuela crisis: Will the US target oil exports?

Washington is trying to cripple President Maduro's government but is yet to sanction its key oil exports. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DCkvxH

The mystery tracks being 'forced' on Spotify users

Mysterious musicians have cropped up on Spotify accounts. How did they get there - and do they point to a security problem? from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CLEUit

Tesco warns of 'changes' amid reports of jobs cuts

The grocer tells staff it will make 'changes' to stores after a report that thousands of jobs may be cut. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sOQogz

Mental health: UK could ban social media over suicide images, minister warns

It comes after the father of 14-year-old Molly Russell blamed Instagram recommendations for her death. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RjICov

Wetherspoons boss: The no-deal Brexit bar crawl with Tim Martin

Wetherspoons boss Tim Martin is touring 100 of his pubs, campaigning for a no-deal Brexit. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FRXeua

Man Booker loses £1.6m hedge fund sponsor amid talk of tension

Man Group's decision to quit the prestigious literary prize comes amid talk of strained relations. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WlPaHa

Mental health: UK could ban social media over suicide images, minister warns

It comes after the father of 14-year-old Molly Russell blamed Instagram recommendations for her death. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RjICov

Who was the mysterious Madame Valerie?

The founder of Patisserie Valerie has left little trace and may not even exist. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TkQwA4

Google's Brain Team: What does it do?

Tech firms hope better artificial intelligence will mean more compelling products. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TeYLxq

UK's 'highest taxpayers' revealed in first-ever Sunday Times list

The Sunday Times names businessman Stephen Rubin and his family as the top taxpayers in the UK. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MG0FVv

UK cyber-crime victims lose £190,000 a day

Police agency Action Fraud said money lost by victims increased by 24% over a six-month period. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sNMvZ2

Venezuela: All you need to know about the crisis in seven charts

Discontent fuelled by hyperinflation, power cuts and food and medicine shortages have led to a political crisis in Venezuela. What's going on? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CPhTer

The airport that welcomes drone flights

The airport that helped a drone fly within its exclusion zone in a world-first technology test. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2G2Nmgc

'Millions' of fake cigarettes seized in UK

Councils last year found fake and untaxed cigarettes hidden in shop walls and toilet cisterns. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Wdas9E

High Street crisis: Can 'click and collect' save shops?

High Street shops are rethinking their strategy to keep up with click-and-collect demand. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MwJUM8

US shutdown: Four reasons why Trump blinked

The seriousness of the shutdown was starting to show. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RguVXk

'200 missing' in Brazil as Vale dam fails

Local officials say rescue teams have been dispatched in the south-east state of Minas Gerais. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MvEPnv

US shutdown: Flights halted into New York airport

Flights are halted into LaGuardia Airport as a government shutdown causes staffing shortages. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RhaucS

Facebook to integrate WhatsApp, Instagram and Messenger

Facebook plans to integrate its messaging services on Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MwyFn4

Edinburgh-based energy supplier Our Power folds

Our Power ceases to trade with regulator Ofgem saying the interests of its customers will be protected. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RQYd4e

Facebook to integrate WhatsApp, Instagram and Messenger

Facebook plans to integrate its messaging services on Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2MwyFn4

Thousands tell HMRC to delete voice data

The tax authority collected voice data over the phone and originally gave people no way to opt out. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FXnRNu

Thousands tell HMRC to delete voice data

The tax authority collected voice data over the phone and originally gave people no way to opt out. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FXnRNu

Impersonation scam hits top YouTubers

Messages tailored to look like they come from YouTube stars are seeking to trick subscribers. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DyE2is

Vodafone puts Huawei rollout in core networks on hold

The mobile operator "pauses' deployment of Huawei equipment in its core networks in Europe. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2sJf75R

Vodafone puts Huawei rollout in core networks on hold

The mobile operator "pauses' deployment of Huawei equipment in its core networks in Europe. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sJf75R

Haggis producer Macsween plans for Brexit fallout

Macsween, Scotland's largest haggis maker, plans to make sure the dish continues to be made. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sMQ4yK

Brexit: 'Significant disruption' from no deal, says chancellor

The chancellor warns the UK economy would suffer in a no deal Brexit - in the short and long term. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DwWB6W

Brexit: How many trade deals has the UK done?

The UK says it want to replicate the EU's trade agreements "as far as possible". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sLyo6M

London Pride beers sold to Japanese firm

London-based brewer Fuller's is selling its beer and cider business to Asahi of Japan for £250m. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sMvQ89

The mystery tracks being 'forced' on your Spotify

Mysterious musicians have cropped up on Spotify accounts. How did they get there - and do they point to a security problem? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CLEUit

Asics to turn used clothing into Japan's Olympic uniforms

The global fashion industry is under increasing pressure to make clothing more sustainable. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Sasave

Huawei confident in uncomfortable times

The Chinese telecoms company is facing a PR crisis, but its executives say it's business as usual. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2sKRRnZ

Microsoft's Bing search engine restored in China

The firm said its site in China was now accessible after an outage raised concerns it had been censored. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UguZrZ

Microsoft's Bing search engine restored in China

The firm said its site in China was now accessible after an outage raised concerns it had been censored. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UguZrZ

How balloons became a million dollar idea

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how balloons became a million dollar idea. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HuHezL

Taking work-life balance to the extremes

Marion and Alex tour the world with their son teaching and performing hair-raising acrobatic tricks. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RNa3fK

Could dancing pandas persuade you to buy sports shoes?

How retailers are trying to make in-store shopping more exciting and fun with interactive experiences. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CHhRFt

Textile sector "rife" with exploitation and underpayment

Latest HMRC figures on failure to pay the minimum wage spark concerns of "fear and intimidation". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RPPtvc

Could dancing pandas persuade you to buy new sports shoes?

How retailers are trying to make in-store shopping more exciting and fun with interactive experiences. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CHhRFt

China’s Xi Jinping 'most dangerous' to free societies, says George Soros

Billionaire philanthropist George Soros launches a scathing attack on China in Davos speech. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TcZrDw

'None of us wants to go to jail… the food sucks and the sex is worse'

Barclays staff discussed the risk of jail unless the bank's lawyers agreed Qatari investment in 2008. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MtY1BW

Eurozone's economic outlook darkens as growth risks increase

European Central Bank chief Mario Draghi is more cautious about eurozone growth - likely to push rate rises into the distance. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Mwp53i

Pregnant women to get more job protection

New parents returning to work are set to receive greater protection from redundancy under new plans. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2S4wAnl

Prince's Trust suspends ties to Huawei

The youth charity says it will not accept new financial donations from the firm. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WgQpHj

Brexit: Jaguar Land Rover extends shutdown over no-deal fears

The UK's biggest carmaker is extending its annual shutdown in April over Brexit disruption fears. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CGEvhe

'Swatting' conspirators charged in US

Three men are accused of aiding a hoaxer who tricked armed police into attending fake emergencies. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DvBmCu

What a goat tells us about tech billionaires

From slaughtering goats to prepping for the apocalypse, their habits aren't exactly normal. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2U88tSi

Iceland removed own label from 17 products rather than palm oil

The supermarket giant promised to remove palm oil from all of its own-brand products by the end of 2018. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2S4fNkj

Prince's Trust suspends ties to Huawei

The youth charity says it will not accept new financial donations from the firm. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WgQpHj

Families borrowed to spend more in 2018

Household 2018 weekly spending was £572.60, the highest since 2005. But they borrowed to pay for it. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sJbYmo

Colman's Mustard: New Honingham factory gets green light

A growers' consortium gets permission to build a mustard factory to keep Norfolk's Colman's link. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sGwX9t

Google Chrome changes could 'destroy' ad-blockers

Users could be defenceless against intrusive ads if proposed changes to Chrome happen, warn developers from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2R6ZMFX

Viagogo threatened with fresh court action

Ticket reseller Viagogo has been threatened with another court appearance by Britain's competition watchdog. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RKOZGz

Amazon Scout robots take to pavements in Washington State

The online retail giant is latest to experiment with delivery via pavement robot. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RLXukL

Brexit: Stop playing to Brexit 'bad boys' TUC chief tells May

Frances O'Grady urges the PM to "start listening" to workers' concerns over Brexit after No 10 meeting. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HqSLzZ

'I gave up milk for my health'

More than a quarter of 18 to 24-year-olds have cut dairy consumption in the past two years, a survey suggests. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2S8SiXm

Refillable container scheme is 'the milkman rebooted'

Tesco and Carrefour are to trial a new shopping service based on refillable rather than recyclable containers from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FMs3Ad

Tesco and Carrefour to trial refillable container scheme

The supermarket is set to test a scheme based on refillable rather than recyclable containers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2S5YhML

Facebook 'sorry' for distressing suicide posts on Instagram

It comes after it emerged a teenage girl took her own life after viewing disturbing content online. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2MyF6pP

Poland's PM wants to see more workers return from UK

Poland's PM wants to see more workers return from the UK to help its domestic economy. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2AYX93y

Teachers tired of pointless emails

Teachers say they can't stay up all night answering individual email queries from parents. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FSmH5T

'Criminals escaping justice' due to IT system

The system used by nine forces regularly crashes, causing cases to be dropped, officers say. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FNdooy

Airbus warns of Brexit 'harmful decisions'

The planemaker says it could shift wing-building out of UK in the future if there is a no-deal Brexit. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HrkCQz

Microsoft's Bing search engine inaccessible in China

The outage has raised concerns that Bing is the latest foreign website to be blocked by censors. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2sGj7Eb

Carlos Ghosn 'resigns from Renault'

The former boss of Nissan is said to have quit ahead of the French carmaker's board meeting. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Saja9K

Microsoft's Bing search engine inaccessible in China

The outage has raised concerns that Bing is the latest foreign website to be blocked by censors. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sGj7Eb

Shops lose 70,000 jobs in a year, says BRC

The state of the High Street continued to worsen at the end of 2018, according to industry experts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FKBy2Y

Davos 2019: How dining in the dark can open your eyes

An evening meal in pitch darkness is the surprising hot ticket at this year's World Economic Forum. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G0s2Iz

Could women solve the global pilot shortage?

As the world's airlines need to recruit more pilots, efforts are increasing to appoint more women. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FJpnU5

Real Madrid regains top spot in world football rich list

The Champions League holders are global football's top revenue-generator, according to Deloitte. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2S9SNkg

Brexit: What does no deal mean?

There's still no certainty over an agreement for the UK's departure from the EU. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WgA0mf

'The perception was women didn't fly aircraft'

EasyJet's newest female pilot says the industry is "working hard" to attract more women to the role. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WbFjU1

I was made a scapegoat, says ex-Tesco director

The Tesco finance chief cleared of fraud claims there was never a black hole in the company's accounts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RH3MCd

DHL could profit from no-deal Brexit, says boss

The boss of the world's largest logistics firm says it might benefit from a 'complex' Brexit. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Mr5xxm

DHL boss: 'We might benefit in the short term but Brexit not a good idea'

The CEO of Deutsche Post DHL tells the BBC a no-deal Brexit is not a good idea in the long term, even if his company benefits in the short term. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CHiU8b

Chinese censor calls Tencent news app 'vulgar'

Tiantian Kuaibao was singled out for criticism by the country's internet regulator. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HCGJDI

Prince Williams says celebrities shunned mental health charity

The Duke of Cambridge says celebrities avoided Heads Together because of the stigma around mental illness. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2AXZ8p2

Chinese censor calls Tencent news app 'vulgar'

Tiantian Kuaibao was singled out for criticism by the country's internet regulator. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HCGJDI

Barclays bosses 'paid Qatar secret fees'

The Qataris received £322m in undisclosed commission after bailing the bank out in 2008, a court hears. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sHvH5S

Daily Mail demands browser warning U-turn

A built-in tool in Microsoft's Edge app says the Daily Mail's journalism is often inaccurate. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Uc5QPc

Theresa May says Dyson is committed 'long-term' to the UK

Theresa May tells MPs the firm is committed to Britain, despite moving its HQ to Singapore. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Wdwauf

Xiaomi reveals fold-in-three smartphone

The Chinese tech giant confirms it has developed a smartphone-tablet hybrid with a flexible display. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2AXN7ja

Iceland continues to sell palm oil products despite pledge

The retailer promised to remove palm oil from all of its own brand products by the end of 2018. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sISXAC

John Lewis to shut Knight & Lee store in Southsea

It is the chain's first store closure for 12 years, but it insists no other closures are planned. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DsZjtY

The typo that led a man to a stranger's stag party

Will Novak was accidently invited to a stranger's bachelor party. He decided to attend and went viral. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RF0iQu

'I should never have been charged' - former Tesco director

Carl Rogberg, a former Tesco UK finance director, has been acquitted of fraud and false accounting. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HuVtof

Santander to shut 140 branches

About 1,270 jobs are put at risk after Santander announces a big round of branch closures. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CEQLPf

Martin Lewis drops Facebook lawsuit

The consumer rights campaigner had claimed fake ads on Facebook had caused reputational damage. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MpMYtA

Martin Lewis drops Facebook lawsuit

The consumer rights campaigner had claimed fake ads on Facebook had caused reputational damage. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2MpMYtA

How virtual reality can help you manage pain

A company in Israel is using virtual reality computer games to help patients deal with chronic pain. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RHYx5i

Wetherspoons warns on labour costs

Wetherspoons says its first-half pre-tax profits are likely to be lower despite sales growth. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WdbBOp

Patisserie Valerie faces legal action

A shareholder in the collapsed cafe chain said he is considering legal against the company. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CCbvqN

Social media influencers agree to change the way they post

Vlogger Zoella and pop star Rita Ora must declare if they are paid or sponsored. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Wef5Af

Sony to move Europe headquarters to avoid Brexit disruption

The Japanese firm will move its European headquarters to the Netherlands to avoid customs issues. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FURXRU

Meng Wanzhou: US to 'move ahead with Huawei executive extradition'

The US must file a formal extradition request by 30 January for the Chinese telecoms executive. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WcniVy

Sony to move Europe headquarters to avoid Brexit disruption

The Japanese firm will move its European headquarters to the Netherlands to avoid customs issues. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FURXRU

Nico Rosberg: Bringing F1 thinking to Davos

Former F1 World Champion Nico Rosberg wants to bring electric transport to the masses. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2R59t7K

Trial of former Barclays bosses to start

The first criminal trial of senior UK banking executives in the wake of the financial crisis is due to begin. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2B8pvZB

Christmas failed to revive flagging toy market

Families spent more than £300 per child on toys in 2018 but sales in the UK fell sharply compared to Europe. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Tat9cm

Battle to save remote cash machines

The UK's largest ATM network is increasing the fee it pays cash machine operators to keep remote machines free of charge. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2B8pZ1R

Personal travel agents boost holiday bookings

A growing army of agents who work from home have helped to boost holiday bookings this year. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2T6LmYb

Sale of Grenfell cladding firm collapses

A $10bn sale of US company Arconic falls through amid reports liabilities linked to the fire were an issue. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FSngwu

Patisserie Valerie falls collapses administration as rescue talks fail

The High Street cake chain says rescue talks with banks have failed and it has run out of money. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FFRzqR

Huawei chairman warns of end to global 'partnerships'

Chinese tech giant warns it might transfer activities to countries "where we are welcomed". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2T5OwLD

Dyson to move head office to Singapore

Two senior executives will move from Wiltshire but no jobs will be lost in the process. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DpyKpu

Sir James Dyson: From barrows to billions

One of the most high-profile businessmen in favour of Brexit, Sir James Dyson's biggest idea started with cardboard and sticky tape. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2T8fiD4

Dyson to move head office to Singapore

Two senior executives will move from Wiltshire but no jobs will be lost in the process. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DpyKpu

Rush to fix computers in England's courts

The IT failures have meant that trials have been delayed and jurors are unable to enrol, reports say. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HqXG4e

Huawei chairman warns of end to global 'partnerships'

Chinese tech giant warns it might transfer activities to countries "where we are welcomed". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2T5OwLD

When your dad does the same apprenticeship as you

Dominic Foster and his dad John are on the same apprenticeship at the same company. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Moj2Oq

Mastercard fined £504m by Europe for competition breach

The European Commission fines the payments giant for stopping retailers looking for cheaper services. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2S4sv2s

Facial recognition tool tackles illegal chimp trade online

Automated software is now scouring social media posts looking for evidence of ape trafficking. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2MnHUG6

Has Fyre Festival burned influencers?

Two new documentaries about the failed event have thrown a spotlight on the influencers and celebrities who promoted it. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CDM5c6

Tesla reverses charging prices hike

The prices will still go up but by 10% less than originally planned. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2sF8z84

Four more House of Fraser stores saved

Shopping centre landlord Intu reaches agreement with the retailer's owners, Sports Direct. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2R2nXW5

Number of people in work in UK hits record high

Number of people in work in UK reaches record high of 32.5 million, official figures indicate from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ATRjR6

Dixons Carphone's mobile sales continue to fall

However, the decline was offset by strong sales of supersize TVs and in gaming. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FHGeGW

EasyJet takes £15m hit from Gatwick drone chaos

The drone sightings at Gatwick airport led to flight cancellations and payments to customers. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2T5PdEX

Fossil shark named after 80s video game

The shark's teeth resemble alien spaceships from the game, Galaga, according to US scientists. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2W2QY7L

Dixons Carphone's mobile sales continue to fall

However, the decline was offset by strong sales of supersize TVs and in gaming. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FHGeGW

EasyJet takes £15m hit from Gatwick drone chaos

The drone sightings at Gatwick airport led to flight cancellations and payments to customers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2T5PdEX

Ex-Nissan boss faces more time in custody as bail denied

The decision means Carlos Ghosn could remain in custody in Tokyo until his trial for financial crimes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2U5DohZ

Disability hate crime: MPs back Katie Price over online abuse

MPs have backed demands led by model Katie Price for changes to the law. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2S76QXP

Donna Hay whips up her next venture

Donna Hay, "Australia's culinary queen", mulls her next move after publishing the 100th and final issue of her magazine. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2R4wSGf

Why your replacement heart could be made in space one day

Microgravity is ideal for making a range of materials, but will space manufacture ever be cost effective? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2R3CXmy

Davos 2019: 'I’m the boss, he’s the spouse'

Gender equality remains high on the agenda at Davos, but has anything really changed? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2S71Imx

Google hit with £44m GDPR fine over ads

Google has been fined 50 million euros (£44m) by the French data regulator CNIL. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MlrEoV

HMRC error hits early-filing taxpayers

The tax authorities have been forced to apologise for two mistakes - wrongly charging penalties and for denying it had made the mistake. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WfRCyS

Google hit with £44m GDPR fine over ads

Google has been fined 50 million euros (£44m) by the French data regulator CNIL. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2MlrEoV

Amazon, Apple and Google face data complaints

The entertainment streaming giants are accused of breaking the EU's data protection rules. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RDxmZp

Amazon, Apple and Google face data complaints

The entertainment streaming giants are accused of breaking the EU's data protection rules. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RDxmZp

BAE Systems sells control of vehicles arm to Rheinmetall

Defence giant BAE Systems sells majority stake in tank and armoured vehicle business to Rheinmetall. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MlvuP0

Rolls-Royce vies for UK nuclear role

It is in talks with China's state-run CGN over providing systems for a new UK nuclear plant. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2U89p9i

Facebook to create 1,000 jobs in Ireland in 2019

The social media giant will expand its workforce in Ireland from 4,000 to 5,000 during 2019. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2APJa07

IMF warns trade tensions could hit growth

The Fund cuts its 2019 growth prediction from 3.7% to 3.5% and says trade spats could make things worse. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sF8vW2

Prince Philip crash: Debris for sale on eBay

The seller says the parts "may even have Phil's DNA on it, if you wanted to clone him or anything". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2MkR464

Shrinkflation: Bread and breakfast cereals most affected

Bread and cereal products are most likely to have shrunk in size, but remained at the same price. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2AVt9FP

WhatsApp restricts message-sharing to fight fake news

The chat app will only allow users to forward messages five times to limit the spread of false news. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FCUnFb

Poundland 'gift of nothing' sparks eco-rage

The retailer's Valentine's Day gift, an empty heart-shaped package, angers environmental groups. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CDeQ9c

Card surcharges: Customers charged hundreds illegally

The University of Hull was among businesses illegally charging customers more for paying by card. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DneRQ7

China economy: Fourth quarter growth slips to 6.4%

The figures reinforce concerns over the risk slowing growth in China poses to the global economy. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HnP66i

'Staff should treat a business as if it were their own'

Rob Forkan, co-founder of footwear and outerwear brand Gandys, says staff should treat a business as if it were their own. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Dlge1u

What exactly is 'Davos'?

As the great and the good congregate in a Swiss ski resort, the BBC's Joe Miller explains what goes on at the annual World Economic Forum. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CAU1ex

Small firms top Which? annual energy survey

The so-called Big Six suppliers are beaten by smaller rivals in Which? annual customer survey. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MjAR19

Mike Ashley reportedly in talks to buy music chain HMV

HMV collapsed last month, its second administration in six years, risking 2,200 jobs at 125 stores. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DoVS7T

Heathrow: Man charged with flying drone near airport

George Rusu is accused of using a drone on a field near the runway days after a scare at Gatwick. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FDoWuB

Single-use coffee cups: Wales urged to bring in 'latte levy'

Environmental campaigners say Wales should take the initiative with a tax on disposable coffee cups. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2T8OAdS

Patisserie Valerie seeks bank lifeline

It comes after the firm said an accounting probe found thousands of false entries in its ledgers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DmJNQj

Ticket resale company 'determined to sit outside the law'

Viagogo insists it has improved its practices but campaigners say it is failing to comply with the law. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CyTwBH

Edinburgh pays top share of property tax

One third of revenue from the Land and Buildings Transaction Tax is raised in the capital. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2U1Abjv

China's slowdown and what it means for the UK

China has for years seen astonishing GDP growth, but who will be worse of when the economic powerhouse falters? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MmykTE

Side Hustles: 'My secret life as a DJ'

Rhea Cambridge is a "side hustler". By day she helps people with social housing, but by night she is on the decks playing afrobeats, house and funk. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FL51ZH

Brexit worries 'add to car insurance costs'

Car insurance premiums climb for the first time since 2017 with Brexit a factor, says AA. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2T3Tw3l

Can pubs stand many more Dry Januarys?

The abstinence campaign may be good for our health but it has left pubs and brewers feeling nervous. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CyUZYK

Brexit: Liam Fox yet to seal no-deal trade agreements

International trade secretary says other countries must "put the work in" ahead of possible no-deal Brexit. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CsENYH

Hundreds could lose money as Dream Lodge Group enters administration

Dream Lodge Group runs eight luxury lodge holiday parks across England. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HiXWSx

Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland customers face payments glitch

Customers of three leading banks are unable to do fast payments transfers from their online accounts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FI9TPk

Fortnite predator 'groomed children on voice chat'

A man is accused of using the hit video game Fortnite to initiate sexual activity with children. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CtbTaT

Reality Check: Has immigration hit wages?

Boris Johnson says the availability of workers from overseas has helped some big firms hold down wages. Is he right? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2U1hXPe

Zimbabwe cuts internet indefinitely amid violent crackdown

At least three people have been killed and 600 people arrested over protests against new fuel prices. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Cw8vMm

Murdoch asks to merge Times titles

Rupert Murdoch asks for permission to share some resources between The Times and The Sunday Times. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DiCHw6

Amazon issues no-deal advice to UK sellers

The online retail giant has advised UK businesses to consider moving stock to their European warehouses from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FM5Scy

Timeline: What's going on with Huawei?

The Chinese telecoms giant was the focus of international scrutiny even before a senior executive's arrest. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2T68h64

Twitter warns that private tweets were public for years

A security flaw meant many private messages were readable for years said Twitter. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ASB7jf

Tesla to cut jobs as cars 'too expensive'

The electric carmaker says it will cut staff numbers by 7% because profitability is still too low. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sAoJzA

Cooper Tire Europe: Firm confirms 300 workers to lose jobs

A Wiltshire tyre firm has confirmed 300 of its job roles will be made redundant from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MhJRDV

Retail sales slide in December

Sales fell last month after consumers brought forward their Christmas shopping to November. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2R11RTW

Bids for Scottish shopping centre to start at £1

The Postings mall in Kirkcaldy is being sold after it failed to attract enough tenants. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FILBog

Netflix boosts subscriber numbers to nearly 140 million

The streaming firm gained 8.8 million customers in the quarter that ended in December. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RDexpf

Germany 'considers ban on Huawei' amid global backlash

Other countries have barred the Chinese firm from their network infrastructure over security concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2W14sAU

Oxford University suspends Huawei donations and sponsorships

The institution suspends donations from the Chinese telecoms giant amid continuing spying controversy. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2QTWxS3

Ryanair issues profit warning as fares fall

The airline cuts its forecast, blaming a fall in air fares and over-capacity on short-haul routes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FHYG19

Nissan says former boss received $9m in 'improper payments'

A joint Nissan-Mitsubishi investigation found Carlos Ghosn received nearly $9m in "improper payments." from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ALkMN9

Germany 'considers ban on Huawei' amid global backlash

Other countries have barred the Chinese firm from their network infrastructure over security concerns. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2W14sAU

Trump cancels Nancy Pelosi foreign trip citing shutdown

Members of Congress who were due to join the trip are left sitting on a bus at Capitol Hill. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2W2vYhd

How Corn Flakes became a million dollar idea

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how Corn Flakes became a million dollar idea. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FyujLl

Virtual cities: Designing the metropolises of the future

How 3D software supercharged with real-time data can simulate complex designs before they're built. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Cr2OQ1

Grey is the UK's favourite car colour for the first time

Half a million people chose a grey car in 2018 making it the most popular colour for the first time. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FzHDiL

Drag queen or delivery driver: What's your 'side hustle'?

Millennials are increasingly doing jobs on the side, whether through love or necessity. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TWFL6B

Netflix triples subscriber numbers in five years

The streaming firm gained 8.8 million customers in the three months to 21 December. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RDexpf

YouTube suspends ads on Tommy Robinson channel

The suspension has been imposed because the channel had broken rules governing adverts, YouTube says. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2QQRKkp

Sears retail chain in $5.2bn rescue plan

Sears' controversial chairman Eddie Lampert's multi-billion dollar offer will keep 400 stores open. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TRkifi

Oxford University suspends Huawei donations and sponsorships

The institution suspends donations from the Chinese telecoms giant amid continuing spying controversy. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QTWxS3

Jack Bogle: The man who pioneered index investing

Jack Bogle, credited with upending the way we invest through index funds has died aged 89. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Meox1Y

Philips to close Suffolk factory putting 430 jobs at risk

The firm will close the site at Glemsford in 2020, putting 430 jobs at risk. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QZv5m8

Future of airport security on show in London

A shoe scanner that works on passengers queuing at airport security is on show in London. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RRuW8J

Fake BBC News page used to promote Bitcoin-themed scheme

The public is warned of an email-based campaign that uses a fake BBC News article to seek funds. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2T1Rhhg

Fake BBC News page used to promote Bitcoin-themed scheme

The public is warned of an email-based campaign that uses a fake BBC News article to seek funds. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2T1Rhhg

Watchdog's gender pay gap twice national average despite pledge

The Financial Conduct Authority is paying male staff a fifth more than female staff. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QUjq87

Facebook tackles Russians making fake news stories

The pages campaigned for months creating and sharing stories that were fake, said Facebook. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2AOJsV8

Wylfa Newydd: Hitachi to halt work on UK nuclear plant

Japan's Hitachi plans to suspend all work on the Wylfa Newydd plant in Wales amid fears of rising costs. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2AJTdDV

US 'probes Huawei for trade secret theft'

The investigation, reported by US media, adds to pressure facing the Chinese technology giant. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FEl8bJ

GCHQ sets up all-female cyber-training classes

The UK's intelligence services say there are too few young women working in cyber-security. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DeYFjK

Netflix's Bird Box film contains footage of Lac-Megantic disaster

Two Netflix productions used stock images of the Lac-Megantic rail disaster in a fictional context. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ANYZoa

University switches off social media to help student well-being

A university is switching off its social media channels to promote a healthier online culture. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HcvSQJ

Laser shoes made for Parkinson's patients

People with Parkinson's can freeze when they walk but laser shoes are helping them to keep moving. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CpnkAE

Wylfa: Decision on future of nuclear power station expected

There are fears work on Wylfa Newydd will stop, dealing a "tremendous blow" to the economy. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2SXKR2D

Ace Combat 7: Can it match flying in real-life?

The latest version of the game Ace Combat 7 has a new VR mode for more realistic aerial acrobatics. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2MdNZok

Commuters and students 'short-changed by the government'

The inflation measure used to calculate some train fares and loan repayments is flawed, a Lords committee says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2W0zpoD

Housing market outlook worst 'for 20 years'

House sale expectations for the next three months are at their lowest for two decades, estate agents warn. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2SYooT7

No-deal Brexit warning for UK drivers

A no-deal Brexit would mean anyone planning to drive outside the UK, would need to an insurance green card. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2AO8mnN

Retailers told to clean up act over fake faux fur

Advertising watchdog threatens sanctions if retailers don't check whether they are selling real or fake fur. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2SU7u7Y

US 'probes Huawei for trade secret theft'

The investigation, reported by US media, adds to pressure facing the Chinese technology giant. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FEl8bJ

Gillette maker's boss warns on Brexit price rises

The boss of Procter and Gamble, David S. Taylor, said his and other firms want "an amicable solution between the UK and the EU". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Mdvi4i

Patisserie Valerie says accounting scandal worse than thought

The owner of the embattled chain says profitability and cash flow were overstated in October. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Md6HML

Goldman boss apologises for 1MDB scandal

The bank's new chief executive David Solomon also distances the bank from the deal. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FDYwIo

Google Maps deterring outback tourists, say small firms

Australian authorities complain that Google Maps wrongly makes remote destinations seem inaccessible. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HfzBNJ

Clarks 'robot-assisted' shoe factory in Street may close

The facility only opened in 2017 but 80 jobs are now at risk after production targets are not met. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2stsHKe

Domino's Pizza app must be accessible to blind people

A blind man had complained that he was unable to change toppings or complete his order online. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QWNhNe

Domino's Pizza app must be accessible to blind people

A blind man had complained that he was unable to change toppings or complete his order online. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2QWNhNe

Clarks 'robot-assisted' shoe factory in Street may close

The facility only opened in 2017 but 80 jobs are now at risk after production targets are not met. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2stsHKe

Sofia Coppola to direct Bill Murray in Apple's first film

On the Rocks, starring Bill Murray, will be the tech giant's first venture into feature film-making. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2TRcWso

London Uber fares go up after electric car charge

The fee will add about 45p to the average London journey, the ride-hailing firm says. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2QRsYka

Racing game Forza pulls dances amid Fortnite legal action

Microsoft-owned Forza removes dances as Fortnite faces fresh legal action over dance moves. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FwADmN

Upskirting to be crime after Lords back bill

A woman took her campaign to MPs after a man took pictures of her at a gig in London's Hyde Park. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2QSEpIa

Roku U-turn over streaming Alex Jones's InfoWars

Roku bans Alex Jones after initially defending its decision to stream the conspiracy theorist's channel. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ClDhro

Smartwatches: Switzerland's friend or foe?

The Swiss watch industry faced a near-death experience from quartz products. Is the smartwatch a similar threat? from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RxPBiP

Brexit uncertainty hits house purchases

Home buyers and sellers have been postponing transactions until after the EU withdrawal. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QPbF2Z

The ultrasound scan you can do yourself

A US company has produced an ultrasound scanner that plugs into an iPhone and costs $2,000 (£1,555). from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2TYs3R1

Inflation falls to lowest level in nearly two years

UK inflation fell to 2.1% in December, pushed down by falling fuel prices. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QR43NB

Carlos Ghosn: Renault 'preparing to replace' jailed boss

Renault is "preparing to replace" the detained executive as chief executive and chairman, reports say. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FCtMXX

Google Maps deterring outback tourists, say small firms

Australian authorities complain that Google Maps wrongly makes remote destinations seem inaccessible. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HfzBNJ

Turkey: Could the US damage its economy?

Is Turkey at the mercy of the US economically as President Trump claims? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MeUrvb

CBI chief welcomes 'new era' in approach to Brexit

The head of the business lobby group says a delay to Brexit is more likely now, to avoid a no-deal departure. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2SWexgz

Asia moves to reassure firms as Brexit uncertainty spikes

Countries in Asia push forward with trade negotiations to calm businesses as Brexit uncertainty rises. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FATAnn

The ultrasound scan you can do yourself

A US company has produced an ultrasound scanner that plugs into an iPhone and costs $2,000 (£1,555). from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TYs3R1

'I struggle to get by on universal credit'

Adele Shelmerdine says the government's benefit changes left her at her lowest ebb, financially and mentally. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HosyC6

Rihanna takes father to court in trademark dispute

The singer says her father has misused her name to further his entertainment business. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2SVKgOX

Smartwatches: Switzerland's friend of foe?

The Swiss watch industry faced a near-death experience from quartz products. Is the smartwatch a similar threat? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RxPBiP

US brings charges over SEC hack

The US government said the hack of the SEC financial database was part of a bigger scheme. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MjffSF

Brexit: Theresa May's deal is voted down in historic Commons defeat

Jeremy Corbyn tables a no confidence motion in the government after the historic defeat. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FtjR86

Pound recovers ground after 'meaningful' Brexit vote

The pound rebounds against the dollar after MPs vote to reject Theresa May's Brexit deal. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FvlrpL

Nike's phone-controlled self-lacing trainers

Trainers which tighten or loosen automatically are Nike's latest nod to Back to the Future technology. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Rs7n70

Netflix raises prices for US customers

Prices are to rise by between 13% and 18%, the second increase in less than two years. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Db5iU9

Ford and VW agree alliance to build vans and pickups

The motor giants say they will also consider co-operating on electric and self-driving cars. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QPyWSs

Driverless car laser ruined camera

A man took a photo of a lidar sensor system on display at a tech fair and found pink dots on all his photos afterwards. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DawyCa

McDonald's loses case against Irish rival

Supermac's hailed the end of the 'McBully' after winning the trademark case. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Hma8SS

CES 2019: The sat nav of the future has arrived

A car dashboard that can display directions and points of interest as holograms has been developed. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Cv4MPx

Proposals for drones to fly at night and over crowds in US

US proposals for relaxing drone laws are in stark contrast to the UK, which plans to tighten rules. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2TRKpCP

M&S names next 17 stores it wants to close

The proposed closures, affecting 1,045 staff, are part of its plan to shut more than 100 stores by 2022. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Fz8muX

Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei denies firm poses spying risk

The 74-year-old says China has never asked it to share "improper information" about its clients. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TT3FAa

Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei denies firm poses spying risk

The 74-year-old says China has never asked it to share "improper information" about its clients. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2TT3FAa

'Making pizzas used to be a hobby, now it's my business'

In four years Lee DeSanges has gone from throwing pizza parties to running his own restaurant. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RM24ic

Gillette faces backlash and boycott over '#MeToo advert'

The video about toxic masculinity, bullying and men's behaviour sparks outrage online. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DaeM27

German economy sees slowest growth for five years

Europe's largest economy grew by 1.5% last year, figures show, its slowest rate since 2013. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2AKAMPu

China province looks to boost shopping with longer weekend

China's Hebei province has a creative plan to stimulate the economy as growth in the country slows. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HfnnV6

What should owners of old diesels do?

As sales of new diesel cars fall, what steps can owners of older diesels take? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RRTFtm

The truth behind Blue Whale 'suicide challenge'

A global online game was blamed for numerous suicides. But it isn't quite what it seems. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2D7UE0B

Boohoo makes strong finish to 2018

The online fashion retailer raises its revenue forecast after reporting a big rise in sales. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2D9Qzsy

Detroit auto show: Firms bet on petrol to fund electric future

Automakers are relying on the popularity of big, traditional vehicles to fund their electric ambitions. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CpsHzy

Detroit auto show: Supercharged cars dazzle on debut

Power and speed took centre stage in Detroit as carmakers showed off new additions to their line up. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FruND1

'Food porn star' Indian chef gives fine dining a twist

Gaggan Anand, the executive chef at Bangkok's Michelin-starred restaurant Gaggan, has brought Indian cuisine to new heights. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RpvDGK

The former homeless man bringing web access to the Bronx

People without internet access have fewer life chances than those that do. How can we close the gap? from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FwPbC0

China's weakening trade figures should concern us all

It isn't just the US president that should be concerned about this week's sluggish trade figures. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FxCxTb

The former homeless man bringing web access to the Bronx

People without internet access have fewer life chances than those that do. How can we close the gap? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FwPbC0

How does Brexit affect the pound?

Sterling has had a volatile couple of years since the the UK voted to leave the EU. Why? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Fssakr

Watches: A Briton at the heart of a Swiss tradition

Stephen Forsey's company is making waves in the spiritual home of Switzerland's watch industry. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FArXeq

Brexit knocks stuffing out of Build-a-Bear

The US toy maker said the UK's exit from the EU has 'negatively impacted consumer confidence'. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FqCSrD

Toyota urges support for PM's Brexit deal

The carmaker's Europe boss says the deal on the table is the best way to protect the UK car industry. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2D9Mkxe

Tidal streaming data figures investigated by Norway

Music streaming service Tidal is under investigation in Norway over claims some of its listener numbers were inflated. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Fw7k2M

Migrant workers: 'You don't want us any more in the UK'

Employers warn of labour shortages after Brexit because of new rules for low-skilled migrant workers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2SUcNnV

Could no-deal Brexit lead to loo roll logjam?

The Confederation of Paper Industries says it is concerned about the potential for delays in a no-deal Brexit. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2H90u5P

What will Andy Murray be worth in retirement?

As he goes out of the Australian Open the Scot has the power to remain a strong-earning brand. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FqcvC9

Market turmoil hits Citigroup revenues

The US bank blames market volatility at the end of 2018 for a surprise drop in revenue. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QNO039

Millions of Chinese CVs exposed on cloud server

The exposed database contained detailed information about more than 200 million Chinese people. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2H8HeW0

Lloyds' overdraft fees unacceptable, says MP

An MP says Lloyds Bank is introducing charges against the spirit of a watchdog's recommendations. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QL8Y2E

Start-up Bird backs down in electric scooter legal row

A scooter firm has apologised after issuing a journalist with legal threats over an article about its scooters. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RHXpOc

Start-up Bird backs down in electric scooter legal row

A scooter firm has apologised after issuing a journalist with legal threats over an article about its scooters. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RHXpOc

US wildfires push energy firm PG&E to bankruptcy protection

Pacific Gas and Energy plans bankruptcy protection move after wildfires spark mass liabilities. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FrcYEg

Poland spy arrest: China telecoms firm Huawei sacks employee

The Chinese telecoms firm says Wang Weijing acted on his own and brought the company into disrepute. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RquQFI

China's exports saw biggest fall for two years in December

Both exports and imports fell last month, but the trade surplus with the US hit a record high in 2018. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2AKUN8y

The challenge of doing business in Argentina

As Argentina remains mired in economic crisis it is a difficult place to do business, but one firm shows that success is possible. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2AJ1NCX

CES 2019: The sat nav of the future has arrived

A car dashboard that can display directions and points of interest as holograms has been developed. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Cv4MPx

Cathay Pacific sells first class tickets at economy rates again

The airline will honour tickets mistakenly sold from $1,512 not $16,000 in its latest fare fumble. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MaoPqx

Wife of ex-Nissan boss urges action on 'harsh' detention

The lengthy detention of executive Carlos Ghosn has drawn some criticism of Japan's justice system. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2SV2Si6

'Treat your business partnership like your marriage'

Founder of ecological shoe brand Allbirds, Joey Zwillinger, says he treats his business partnership like his marriage. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RLK87c

'Our vision is never to lay anyone off'

The Argentine boss who travelled the world to get orders and prevent him from having to make staff redundant. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FugoFm

Hitachi to decide on fate of UK nuclear plant

Government nuclear policy is under scrutiny amid reports the Japanese firm may scrap a £20bn reactor. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FoeDKJ

Guardian switches to potato starch wrapping

Readers, who pressed for the change, can compost or put the new packaging in their food waste bin. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QKOfvR

US partial government shutdown becomes longest ever

The partial shutdown enters its 22nd day leaving hundreds of thousands of federal workers unpaid. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2D5oByc

Chinese coal mine roof collapse in Shaanxi kills 21

Twenty-one miners die and 66 are rescued at the mine near Shenmu in China's Shaanxi province. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HmFlp1

Airlander 10: World's longest aircraft grounded

Airlander 10, which collapsed in November 2017, will not fly again, but a new model is planned. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RmgSV6

Sharm el-Sheikh: UK should end flight ban - Egyptian ambassador

Hundreds of thousands of Britons used to visit the resort before a terror attack on a plane there in 2015. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FknywR

Brexit: 'Basic questions unanswered' on Swiss trade deal

January 12, 2019

Questions about trade with Switzerland and up to 70 other countries remain unanswered, a senior MP says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FuyPKb

Christmas: How shops fared in four charts

January 12, 2019

We take a look at how the retail sector did overall over the festive period in four charts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FuxDGI

Winter likely to finish off some energy firms, analysts say

Customers could see their tariffs rise if they are bounced to a new energy supplier. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2H8lDNB

Greggs: How its vegan sausage roll stormed social media

Shares in the bakery chain Greggs bucked the retail gloom this week thanks to good numbers and marketing. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RE83Wf

US shutdown bites as federal workers miss payday

About a quarter of the federal government is without funding, meaning thousands have not been paid. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HgDKky

CES 2019: Hunting down the big beasts of tech

Dave Lee goes on 'safari' in Las Vegas to find out what the tech giants are showing off. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FsMX6s

Trevor Stuurman: The street photographer setting the trends

The South African multi-media artist causing a stir in the global world of fashion as he turns his passion into a profit. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2AIhNF2

Ford: 1,000 Bridgend jobs could be lost by 2021

The car giant declined to confirm figures but said it was consulting with unions about changes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2SQm3JC

CES 2019: Wristband 'can control' your body temperature

BBC Click's Nick Kwek goes into sub-zero temperatures to test a wristband that can warm you up. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SR4nxC

Google's parent company Alphabet sued over sexual misconduct policy

Google shareholders want the firm to change the way it deals with allegations of sexual misconduct. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2D45XHa

Wet wipe worries solved by new 'fine to flush' logo

The "Fine to Flush" standard on wet wipes has been launched to help tackle blocked sewers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TKsf6c

Amazon and eBay evict sellers amid VAT crackdown

Some overseas businesses were selling items - including British flags - but evading VAT. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RnaCg5

US government shutdown leaves websites insecure

The partial US government shutdown has led to many website security certificates not being renewed. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2H4Q8DN

Chinese businessman arrested in Poland for spying

The arrested Chinese national works for the telecoms company Huawei, Polish media report. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TOjuIr

Amazon and eBay evict sellers amid VAT crackdown

Some overseas businesses were selling items - including British flags - but evading VAT. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RnaCg5

Facebook employs UK fact-checkers to combat fake news

A UK charity will help Facebook combat the spread of misinformation on its platform. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2QCIwIs

UK economic growth hits six-month low

The economy grew by 0.3% in the three months to November, latest official figures show. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QGWyc9

Fashion firm Quiz issues second profit warning

The Glasgow-based retailer cuts its revenue forecast for the coming year. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CdyPLk

CES 2019: 'Indestructible notepad' works underwater

A Ukrainian start-up has created a 'damage-proof' pad and a pencil that never goes blunt. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SMQwIx

Flybe bought by Virgin-led consortium

The Exeter-based airline is being taken over after issuing a profits warning in October. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2AENhfw

Carlos Ghosn: Ex-Nissan chair faces 'two new charges'

Carlos Ghosn has previously denied all wrongdoing over charges of financial misconduct. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2H5SG4L

Hitachi says 'no decision' made on UK nuclear plant

Shares in the Japanese firm surged on a report that Hitachi would suspend work on the project in Wales. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2D2L2E9

Brexit: Japan's PM says 'wish of whole world' to avoid no-deal

MPs are expected to reject Mrs May's deal - but Shinzo Abe has backed it during a visit to London. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FlYMvo

CES 2019: 'I feel my sanity draining away'

This is how the biggest show in tech was reported to the world - via attendees' Twitter accounts. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FoEwsV

The drone pilot whose maps are saving lives in Zanzibar

Drones are being used to map previously unmapped areas in Africa to the benefit of its citizens. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2skUexv

How dynamite became a million dollar idea

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how dynamite became a million dollar idea. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2AEYoF4

Africa's drone mapping experts

The World Bank is funding a new mapping initiative which is becoming a model for other parts of the continent. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2AEXQz0

The drone pilot whose maps are saving lives in Zanzibar

Drones are being used to map previously unmapped areas in Africa to the benefit of its citizens. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2skUexv

How much has the shutdown hit the US economy?

Losses from the partial shutdown could soon add up to more than the cost of the border wall. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RE5cN4

UK economy's fate is held in the hands of the shopper

Consumer spending makes up most of the UK economy, so where do reports that it is slowing down leave us? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2H81t6d

Universal credit: Two-child benefit cap to be relaxed

Families with three or more children born before April 2017 will now not be included. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VIyhWD

CES 2019: Skin printer wipes years from your face

Proctor & Gamble has developed a handheld device that precisely covers blemishes. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RFzQW7

Debenhams shareholders vote bosses off board

Two of the embattled retailer's key shareholders vote against re-electing the chairman and chief executive. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RlE1Y1

Honda plans six-day shutdown post-Brexit

The car giant says the shutdown will help it to cope with the risk of disruption at its Swindon plant. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VLn6MK

Air France looking to scrap low-cost airline Joon

The lower-cost airline aimed at younger customers which launched in 2017 would be integrated into Air France. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2C9c1w0

Gatwick drones: December sightings were in critical areas

Drones were seen in, or close to, Gatwick's takeoff and landing zones in December, the BBC has learned. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QEFD9Y

Google backed on limiting search results over right to be forgotten

The search engine giant sought to limit the law's scope, after France asked for a global extension. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FiJ2dt

What did you spend on over Christmas?

We asked shoppers in Liverpool what they spent money on over Christmas. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Fp8Ljt

Our chatbot answers the top five Brexit questions

It's hard to know what will happen in the end, but that doesn't mean we can't give a few answers now. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FmD3o3

CES 2019: RaceFit suit shows you how to exercise

The RaceFit suit uses sensors to track and analyse your movements as you exercise. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2sl5SIY

Jaguar Land Rover confirms 4,500 job cuts

The car maker says it will cut thousands of jobs as part of a £2.5bn cost-cutting plan. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Fofavp

Over 65s 'more likely' to share fake news on Facebook

A study found age was the best predictor of whether someone would pass around dodgy news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2M3ecpx

Christmas on the High Street: Retail winners and losers

Many of the UK's largest shopping chains have reported Christmas sales and it's a very mixed picture. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TFXMWG

Cambridge Analytica parent firm SCL Elections fined over data refusal

A US professor demanded that the company hand over personal data which it held on him. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Cd9EIG

Plan to free 'mortgage prisoners' revealed by FCA

Some 140,000 homeowners are trapped on loans with high interest rates. New proposals could help them. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sifR1s

Aspall owner unveils £10m upgrade plan at Suffolk factory site

The new building and storage tanks are part of a £10m investment from the company's American owners. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2SNcafI

German airport strike grounds jets

More than 600 flights are cancelled as security staff strike over pay at major German airports. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2M18xAs

Ford to cut thousands of jobs in turnaround plan

The carmaker Ford announces plans for a major shake-up of operations in the UK and mainland Europe. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VINuXB

Ofo bike-sharing in Norwich faced arson and violence

Bike-sharing scheme ofo pulled out of Norwich after less than a year in the city. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CZBcmq

The boss of John Lewis says there is the money to pay a bonus but it needs careful thought

Sir Charlie Mayfield, the boss of John Lewis, says the partnership has been profitable but it may not be wise to pay a bonus this year, from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Qy5tfO

John Lewis staff bonus in doubt

Retailer sees higher Christmas sales but says it will think carefully about paying its staff bonus. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ADJ8Iy

Tesco reports strong Christmas trading

The UK's biggest supermarket chain reports a 2.2% rise in like-for-like sales over Christmas. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TFxnZ4

Marks & Spencer sales slide over Christmas

Like-for-like sales, which strip out the impact of new stores, were down 2.2% in the 13 weeks to 29 December. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QCwUF8

Debenhams sales tumble over Christmas

Debenhams blames "volatile" trading environment for 5.7% fall in sales as it holds talks with lenders. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Cb89uM

CES 2019: The lightsaber you can strike with force

The Star Wars inspired toy on show at CES can take a pounding but does not come cheap. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FhF2K9

CES 2019: Amazon and Google voice assistants carve up CES

The rivalry between Amazon and Google's voice assistants is in full swing at the Las Vegas tech show. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RkgYN9

Trade war: China says US talks 'laid ground' to resolve dispute

US and China officials held their first formal talks since both sides agreed to a trade war truce. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2SMFjb1

Japan to scrap UK beef ban imposed after BSE crisis

It comes ahead of a Downing Street meeting between Theresa May and Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FmxhBR

Rolls Royce hits record sales driven by new Phantom

The luxury car maker sold 4,107 vehicles in 2018, the most in its 115-year history. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Fqq57X

Worst Christmas for retailers in a decade, says BRC

Total UK retail sales showed 0% annual growth in December, according to industry experts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TzuAk4

Are the days of the private car really over?

Is the "robo-taxis" revolution really on its way? Many readers were doubtful, so we address their counter-arguments. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Ri8BS1

How is Qatar coping with its economic embargo?

As the boycott of Qatar by four of its neighbours enters a third calendar year, what is its continuing impact? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CepL91

CES 2019: LG's see-through and vibrating OLED TVs

The South Korean firm is demoing its latest TV display technologies at the CES tech expo. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2skchE6

Savile Row retailer Hardy Amies calls in administrators

Founded by the Queen's former dressmaker, Hardy Amies is in administration for the second time. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Qyl0fx

'Act now' warning over tax returns

Millions of people face a deadline for completing their self-assessment tax return. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FdQ0QI

Jeff Bezos, Amazon CEO and world's richest man, divorces

The Amazon CEO and novelist wife, MacKenzie, married for 25 years, release the news on Twitter. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QyIWQ7

Ferry firm insists it will be ready for no-deal Brexit

Seaborne says it will be ready for Brexit, despite fears the Ramsgate-to-Ostend line is behind schedule. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2D0z3Hf

CES 2019: 'Award-winning' sex toy for women withdrawn from show

A robotic sex toy designed for women is banned from displaying at CES. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CZ3MV3

Zuckerberg plans public tech discussions

The Facebook boss is to hold a series of discussions on the subject of technology and its future in society from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FmdgeD

China car sales fall for the first time in 20 years

The annual sales slump comes amid a slowing economy and an ongoing trade war between China and the US. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RzfCxm

Boohoo warned over advertising real fur as fake

The online retailer advertised a jumper as being made with "faux fur" - but it contained real fur. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RexcXY

US jewellery firm Stella & Dot 'to exit European market'

The San Francisco based firm says it has been hit by the weakening of the pound and the euro. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VFu6Lh

Climate change: 'Right to repair' gathers force

EU and US states are to introduce laws helping people to mend appliances that break down. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Qxh2nf

VAR: Mauricio Pochettino and Maurizio Sarri critical after Carabao Cup tie

Mauricio Pochettino and Maurizio Sarri criticise VAR in Tottenham's 1-0 win over Chelsea in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CbY4Od

Mothercare woes deepen as sales slide

The mother and baby goods retailer says conditions are "difficult" as sales fall and branches close. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QveJ4g

CES 2019: The robot that draws on walls

Scribit can cover walls with elaborate drawings and later erase them. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2C8bHhl

Sainsbury's sees retail sales fall 1.1% over Christmas

Grocery sales grow in the quarter, but the firm is dragged down by falls in merchandising and clothing. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FllcwH

Energy suppliers to face tighter rules, says Ofgem

The energy regulator will change licensing rules after nine new gas and energy providers collapsed. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2sito9m

CES 2019: The expanding door that fights parcel thieves

A door that locks away small parcels and calls the police if larger ones are stolen is at CES. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GZxCNe

CES 2019: Can breath-sniffing gadgets improve your diet?

Two rival gadgets at CES promise to reveal the secrets of your metabolism - by scrutinising your breath. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Fmd4MG

Heathrow airport drone investigated by police and military

Scotland Yard say officers were among those to see the drone that halted flights earlier. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FgOayq

Glassblowing: The young artist setting a traditional industry on fire

Glassblower Beth, 20, is smashing through the glass ceiling with one of the UK's oldest crafts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Fj60jJ

Making better use of 'surgeons flipping burgers'

The UN wants a better system for recognising the qualifications and work skills of migrants. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2CX0T78

Pension cold-calling ban takes effect

The ban, first announced two years ago, is aimed at preventing scams that cost victims thousands of pounds. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QuHk9S

World Bank warns of 'darkening skies' for global economy

In its annual report on global prospects the World Bank forecasts a slowdown in economic growth. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LW7txN

CES 2019: IBM's hourly weather reports will cover entire Earth

Technology giant IBM's supercomputers power the new forecasting system that covers the entire planet. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Tw9UJQ

Heathrow airport: Drone sighting halts departures

Departures at London’s Heathrow airport have been stopped after a drone was seen. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2AC4u9g

Heathrow airport: Drone sighting halts departures

Departures at London’s Heathrow airport have been stopped after a drone was seen. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2AC4u9g

AT&T mocked over 5G phone icon 'update'

US mobile operator AT&T rebrands phones to give the impression they are on a futuristic 5G network. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FgjYD4

Overwatch's LGBT characters are 'educating' gamers

One of the game's most popular characters, Soldier: 76 has been revealed to be gay - and reactions are mixed. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2LWEjyw

'Impossible' for Seaborne's Brexit port to be ready for March

Ostend will not be ready to run Seaborne's Brexit ferry services in March, the city's mayor tells the BBC. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2C7EiTR

US retail giant Sears seeks liquidation, reports say

The US retail giant has been struggling with huge debts and a shift to shopping online. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Ca7b1F

Energy firm ceases trading after ban

Economy Energy recently said it had "no intention of closing our doors" but has now collapsed. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HdMh7R

Manchester United to launch China entertainment centres

The Premier League club will open three centres, in Beijing, Shanghai and Shenyang, by late 2020. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2RFp5mA

CES 2019: Would you upload your house key to the cloud?

Company shows digital solution for lost keys at the CES technology show in Las Vegas. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Ry1KDD

Amazon becomes world's most valuable public company

The online retailer edges past Microsoft, but its total value remains below last year's $1tn. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CWOhgA

Hyundai shows off 'walking car' at CES

The concept car has wheels on robotic legs which can unfold in rough terrain. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2TyNGqL

Hyundai shows off 'walking car' at CES