Latest World News

The airline says Brexit uncertainty is one of the factors leading to weaker demand from customers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HNyuUI

Oasis singer's fashion chain calls in the administrators

Pretty Green, which has 13 stores across the UK, will continue trading until further notice. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FHfxQ6

China economy: Manufacturing sector returns to growth in March

Two separate surveys showed a surprise jump in Chinese manufacturing activity last month. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2OzzdJI

Automatic compensation for broadband users goes live

Five UK broadband and landline providers will now compensate users when services do not work. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TOILl2

'Taking big, scary decisions is critical'

"Taking scary decisions is critical", says James Dawson who junked his existing teas to start again. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FIwCci

Minimum wage rates rise, but bills go up too

Two million UK workers on minimum wages receive a pay rise - but household bills have also increased. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YDUqqI

Automatic compensation for broadband users goes live

Five UK broadband and landline providers will now compensate users when services do not work. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TOILl2

Small firms face a series of new costs from Monday

The Federation of Small Business criticise a series of new costs facing firms from this week. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YDViM4

Natalia Fileva: Russia airline co-owner dies in private jet crash

Natalia Fileva, one of Russia's richest women and S7's major shareholder, dies in a German air crash. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2I30tiH

Labour plans national bank using Post Office network

Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell says the proposed Post Bank would protect community banking. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2OAaZzc

Saudi Arabia 'hacked Amazon boss's phone', says investigator

An investigator working for Jeff Bezos says Saudi Arabia accessed data on the Amazon boss's phone. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2JT8IAx

Saudi Arabia 'hacked Amazon boss's phone', says investigator

An investigator working for Jeff Bezos says Saudi Arabia accessed data on the Amazon boss's phone. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JT8IAx

Mark Zuckerberg asks governments to help control internet content

Mark Zuckerberg writes an open letter calling for new laws to monitor internet content. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WF2qGd

Life after a devastating mining disaster

Brazil's Brumadinho dam disaster is having consequences in towns which are near similar dams. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Uog8zB

Lyft, Uber, Pinterest: Are internet unicorns really worth billions?

Lyft is the first tech company to float this year but the $24bn business is yet to make profit. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CJJgHy

Mark Zuckerberg asks governments to help control internet content

Mark Zuckerberg writes an open letter calling for new laws to monitor internet content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WF2qGd

Compensation unlikely for London Capital & Finance investors

Rules suggest investments did not qualify for compensation as "personal advice was not involved". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2I2pdY9

Meet the man glamming up supercars for the stars

Yianni Charalambous transforms cars for the rich and famous people searching for that extra shine. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HLg0Et

Gambling industry warned over fixed-odds stake cut

Firms are warned to be responsible as the maximum bet on fixed-odds betting terminals is cut to £2. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2V9ipMo

UK fashion brands battle for China's growing market

UK fashion designers are chasing business in Shanghai - one of Asia's biggest fashion weeks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UoFBsy

Big university gender pay gap revealed

Most British universities pay their average male employee more than they pay their average female employee. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uxXrLg

Why is Turkey fighting the markets?

Financial markets in Turkey have been volatile as elections loom - and the president blames the West. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HWbhPA

Tech Tent: Apple, Lyft and feel-good tech

Lyft shares, Apple TV+, and those times when tech gets it right. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TIeXXh

Russia police probe 'dark net' murder case

Investigators are looking into claims that a killing was arranged and paid for via covert net forums. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2CI4aH6

Lyft shares surge over 20% in market debut

The ride-hailing company's shares jump 21% in the much anticipated flotation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2I2mPAL

Business ‘devastated’ by Brexit vote

Industry bodies say the Brexit uncertainty puts the UK's reputation, jobs and livelihoods at stake. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HMH6Lk

George Clooney calls for hotel boycott over Brunei LGBT laws

The actor urges a boycott after the country said homosexuality would soon be punishable by death. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YBf62n

Brexit has 'left our lifestyle in limbo'

Recently retired Pat and John say their motor home travel plans are on hold because of Brexit. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YyAcP6

Facebook begins new EU political ads rules

The new rules, are part of attempts by the social network to clamp down on election abuse. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2uzwJ4V

NSA contractor pleads guilty to data theft

The former programmer could get a jail sentence of nine years for stealing terabytes of sensitive data. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2V5UVHY

Can Mike Ashley save debt-laden Debenhams?

Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley is considering a £61m bid for Debenhams, but can he can save it? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CIiCPp

Mobile barbering: Would you order a haircut in a van?

A start-up in London thinks it can shake up the barbering industry by persuading people to get their hair cut in a van. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JXGwMy

Facebook challenges Belgian tracking ban

The company faces a fine of 250,000 euros per day for not complying with a request to delete personal data. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UjrIfk

Debenhams secures £200m lifeline with lenders

The chain completes a £200m deal to stay afloat, and leaves the door open for a bid from Sports Direct. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JOOMPb

First house price fall in England since 2012

But the Nationwide says house price rises in the other nations mean the UK average is still growing. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FKqCBo

Boeing Ethiopia crash probe 'finds anti-stall device activated'

A flight-control feature activated before the Ethiopian Airlines plane crashed, a report says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JKIBeH

Tui travel firm warns Boeing grounding to hit profits

The travel company says the grounding of Boeing 737 Max planes will cost it €200m (£173m) this year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CLGUI4

Debenhams advisors 'should be jailed', says Ashley

Sports Direct's Mike Ashley hits out after Debenhams bondholders clear the way for a refinancing. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2OzM3Ia

Lyft arrives at the US stock exchange

Lyft is the first ride-sharing company to go public but Uber is expected to follow soon. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JPH7jF

Huawei sales top $100bn despite US-led pressure

The result comes against a backdrop of heightened scrutiny of the Chinese telecoms firm by the West. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FFev7r

How the ring pull became a million dollar idea

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how the ring pull became a million dollar idea from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UhPZm0

MPs call for inquiry into alleged forgery of signatures

MPs are pressing for an investigation into allegations that signatures on bank court documents were forged. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CGa2R0

Google, Facebook, Amazon & co: Should we break them up?

Some think the US tech giants are far too powerful. What would be the best way to curb their power? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2V6KVhG

Lyft valued at $24bn ahead of share market debut

The ride-hailing firm has priced its shares at the top of the expected range amid strong investor demand. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JMOTe8

Airlines face lawsuits over 'toxic' cabin air

Pilots and cabin crew are taking legal action saying they are exposed to "toxic" air during flights. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CHZLDY

Brexit: Rolled-over UK free trade deals 'are incomplete'

Deals agreed by the UK government do not guarantee trade will continue in a no-deal Brexit, say experts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WASoG7

Farkhad Akhmedov wins $436m superyacht in divorce fight

Russian businessman Farkhad Akhmedov wins back his vessel in a Dubai court. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FAfs0y

Chad - where social media has been cut for a year

Activists in Chad are demanding that the government restore access to social media after it was cut a year ago. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2CIXMzj

Sackler billions targeted in New York fraud lawsuit

The wealthy dynasty is facing new charges it fraudulently transferred money from opioid-maker Purdue. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TCwnEV

Slowdown in smart meter fitting despite deadline

Smart meters, which avoid the need for customer readings, should be in British homes by the end of 2020. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TYBmVg

Grindr 'up for sale on security grounds'

The app's Chinese owner, Kunlun Group, is reportedly seen as a security risk by US authorities. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WzqGJP

Salesforce.com sued over links to trafficking site

The software firm is accused of helping a site known to be involved in the trafficking of women. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FGcYiH

Grindr 'up for sale on security grounds'

The app's Chinese owner, Kunlun Group, is reportedly seen as a security risk by US authorities. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WzqGJP

Goldman Sachs fined £34m for reporting failures

The US investment bank failed to provide accurate information for a decade, the FCA said. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2I3DVhV

Grieving families 'charged high funeral prices'

The essential costs of a funeral have increased by 6% each year for the past 14 years, a regulator says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Ua5exm

Facebook to ban white nationalism and separatism

The social media firm is under pressure after the New Zealand mosque attack was live-streamed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WuCrkx

Iceland's Wow airline postpones all flights

The Icelandic carrier says all flights are off for now amid discussions with investors over new funds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HVds5T

Labour to outline National Grid ownership plans

Labour is set to outline how it will transfer the UK's National Grid to public ownership. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2V3nO7u

Facebook to ban white nationalism and separatism

The social media firm is under pressure after the New Zealand mosque attack was live-streamed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WuCrkx

Car theft rise prompts keyless warning

Insurers say £376m was paid out on claims last year following vehicles being stolen, a 29% rise on 2017. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CGWhlk

Artificial intelligence used in kitchen bin

Can technology help to cut the vast amounts of food that never gets eaten? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HVw1Xz

Brexit: Firms tell MPs to 'stop chasing rainbows'

Businesses are 'angry and frustrated' at MPs for putting politics before prosperity. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2V0DVTh

Firms drag their feet on gender pay gap reporting

Nearly two-thirds of big companies have yet to disclose their pay gap, figures show. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CKmYp3

Government ‘never met’ Seaborne Freight's financial backers

The Department for Transport held no face-to-face meetings with the backers of the ferry-less shipping firm Seaborne Freight, the BBC has learned. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UZ8RDn

You want AIs with that? McDonald's buys into machine learning

The American burger chain is acquiring a tech start up that will help it predict customers' orders. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Um7cuN

Boeing has launched fixes for its 737 Max plane

The US planemaker is making cockpit alterations in the plane model involved in two fatal crashes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uutMm3

Britain's 'bullied' chatbots fight back

Chatbot designers are writing witty responses to abusive messages. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Orh80B

British-Canadian AI expert Geoffrey Hinton wins Turing Award

Geoffrey Hinton shares this year's award with two other leading figures in artificial intelligence. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UZ2EHF

Nissan boss was too powerful report finds

An outside panel of experts finds the Nissan gave too much power to former boss Carlos Ghosn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CJvHI5

Pinch of Nom: Food bloggers beat Jamie Oliver to smash book sales record

A cookbook by the creators of the Pinch of Nom blog is the UK's fastest-selling non-fiction book. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UYOPsN

Typical council tax will rise by 4.7% in April

The second biggest rise for a decade means a £78 increase in April for a typical Band D property. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YtUbOF

Twitter birth-year hoax locks users out of accounts

The social network says that changing your birth year to 2007 won't launch a colourful design on the site. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2CGlgoK

Road safety: UK set to adopt vehicle speed limiters

The EU plans to make the technology mandatory from 2022 and the UK says it will follow suit. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Yujz6X

Lloyd's of London blames £1bn loss on natural disasters

A host of natural disasters including hurricanes and the California wildfires hit the insurance market. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YoaWLn

Aluminium firm cyber-attack cost at least £25.6m

Norsk Hydro is still recovering from the attack, with one part of the company remaining "at a standstill". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UTtbpL

Aluminium firm cyber-attack cost at least £25.6m

Norsk Hydro is still recovering from the attack, with one part of the company remaining "at a standstill". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UTtbpL

Goals Soccer Centres admits 'substantial' VAT error

The VAT error has cost it £12m, but this figure could rise, the five-a-side football firm warns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JG3XtO

Mike Ashley's Sports Direct considers Debenhams bid

Sports Direct considers making £61m buyout offer for the struggling department store chain. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CD85oq

Road safety: EU plans vehicle speed limiters from 2022

The UK is urged to adopt similar rules to those provisionally approved by the EU, even after Brexit. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Yujz6X

Cathay Pacific to buy budget airline Hong Kong Express

The airline will pay $628m for Hong Kong Express, a low-cost carrier which operates flights across Asia. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HJzRUz

Tate Modern overtakes British Museum as top UK visitor attraction

The London art gallery overtakes the British Museum's visitor numbers for the first time. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Tx8ezq

How to create a period-friendly workplace

Breaking down office taboos around menstruation: what makes a period-friendly workplace? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HGUDnQ

Former Barclays trader guilty of Euribor rate-rigging

Carlo Palombo is the latest trader found guilty of conspiring to manipulate Euribor interest rates. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2U4NCD9

Three-unique-words 'map' used to rescue mother and child

How three words - "weekend", "foggy" and "earphones" - rescued a mother and child after a car crash. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UjhtrD

Lloyd's of London to tackle sexual harassment reports

The Lloyd's of London insurer unveils its plan after women complain of "entrenched" sexist culture. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FGkwRl

Ryanair trolling of British Airways' mistake backfires

Ryanair's attempt to tease British Airways over its flight plan mistake backfires. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JCWQ5d

Huawei shows off flagship camera phone

Two new smartphones from Huawei use artificial intelligence to create better exposures. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FAF3q6

Purdue Pharma settles opioid lawsuit for $270m

The drug company owned by the wealthy Sackler dynasty is facing 2,000 claims over its painkiller. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CDivEs

'I paid £160 for a pair of limited edition nappies'

How collecting colourful washable nappies can become a costly and even somewhat addictive hobby. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UVlAXN

Facebook, YouTube sued over Christchurch shootings video

A French Muslim group launches legal action over the way disturbing footage of the shootings was shared. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YnnLp6

Michelle Obama's memoir Becoming sells 10 million copies

The memoir, published in November, could be the world's most popular autobiography, its publisher claims. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2OoliGg

EU backs controversial copyright law

348 politicians voted in favour of the Copyright Directive from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TYKv0b

EU backs controversial copyright law

348 politicians voted in favour of the Copyright Directive which stat from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TYKv0b

Cash fears as third of Scottish banks lost

Which? calls for "urgent action" as MPs on the Scottish Affairs Committee meet to discuss access to cash. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TxTWOY

Brexit: Flu vaccine 'could be airlifted into UK'

Drugs firm Sanofi has plans to fly supplies into the UK if transport routes are disrupted by Brexit. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HRrZ2x

'My life savings have been wiped out'

Investors face a two-year wait to see if they'll get any money back from a collapsed investment firm. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YoQaLB

Uber buys Middle Eastern rival Careem for $3.1bn

The ride-sharing firm will expand into the Middle East with the $3.1bn acquisition of Careem. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2OuktMs

'Mortgage prisoners' given help by City regulator

Changes to affordability checks are designed to help those trapped on high interest-rate home loans. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YqC4cn

Airbus secures multi-billion dollar jet order from China

It comes as rival Boeing works to rebuild confidence in its 737 Max aircraft after two fatal crashes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YoxUBZ

The web burglars trying to break in every second

Tackling the "grey noise" of potentially malicious web traffic is a full-time job for IT teams. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2CEcPu5

Top bosses' £4m pay packet ‘damaging’ to UK reputation

Excessive executive pay is undermining the reputation of British companies, says the business committee. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CCFFep

Airlines keeping safety training 'to an absolute minimum'

Airlines are keeping safety training to an "absolute minimum" to cut costs, a flight safety expert says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UUlDmL

Britons get 'bad deal' from broadband giants

Slow speeds and poor value for money top lists of complaints about big UK broadband providers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JD1nog

Mike Ashley considering cash bid for Debenhams

The Sports Direct boss, who owns almost 30% of Debenhams, says his offer could save the ailing department store chain. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HGMWxG

Apple launches its own credit card

The tech giant confirmed that it was branching out into personal finance at a live event in the US. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TC97qE

Apple launches its own credit card

The tech giant confirmed that it was branching out into personal finance at a live event in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TC97qE

Ethiopian Airlines 'believes in Boeing'

Chief executive Tewolde Gebremariam says the firms will be linked "well into the future". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HFsRYG

Autonomy boss in 'deliberate fraud', court told

Hewlett-Packard sues Autonomy founder Mike Lynch for £4bn over 2011 sale of software giant. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HFqV2m

Autonomy sale the focus of the UK's biggest fraud trial

Hewlett-Packard sues Autonomy founder Mike Lynch for almost £4bn over 2011 sale of his company. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2U9gUR0

Is Apple about to expand its TV business?

With iPhone sales slowing, could the tech giant be about to announce a move into subscription TV? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HNWl5U

Automation could replace 1.5 million jobs, says ONS

The jobs of women, the young and part-time workers are most at risk from automation, the ONS says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2U7DTvH

Britons get 'bad deal' from broadband giants

Slow speeds and poor value for money top lists of complaints about big UK broadband providers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2JD1nog

Nike fined by EU for restrictions on football merchandise sales

Cross-border sales of products for Man Utd, Barcelona and Juventus were restricted by the sportswear firm. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FyNvHG

BA plane lands in Edinburgh instead of Dusseldorf by mistake

The mistake only became apparent when the "welcome to Edinburgh" announcement was made. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TU3V6l

Debt problems 'linked to mental health issues'

People with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder are six times more likely to have money troubles, analysis suggests. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2OnYHcY

Automation could replace 1.5 million jobs, says ONS

The jobs of women, the young and part-time workers are most at risk from automation, the ONS says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2U7DTvH

Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal steps down amid crisis

Naresh Goyal had previously refused to step down from the cash-strapped airline. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YlRCOP

Majestic Wine to close stores and rebrand as Naked

The wine retailer is planning to rename itself Naked Wines and focus on its online business. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WkbYGn

Sackler Trust suspends new UK donations

The Sackler family halts new charitable donations and denies claims it helped fuel the US opioid crisis. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JDLBd7

Asia stocks: Markets sink as global growth jitters spread

Investors dumped Asian stocks in favour of safer bonds as concerns about the global economy spread. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Fp18Ii

10 years of Grindr: A rocky relationship

A look back at the highs and lows from the first 10 years of dating app Grindr. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Fxe2oY

First and second class stamp prices rise

Royal Mail had to apologise for the rise which broke Ofcom rules, but said the increase was kept to a minimum. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JDFbdP

Ex-Autonomy boss Mike Lynch denies new US charges

New charges come as Mike Lynch faces a civil case in London over Autonomy's sale to Hewlett-Packard. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2U9gUR0

Invoice scams hit 40% of firms, says report

Scams take place when fraudsters trick firms into transferring money by posing as legitimate payees. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JDF95H

'Make people want to try harder'

If you have a happy workplace culture, staff will work harder, says beer firm boss Alistair Hargreaves. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UdazUq

Training Britons to take the jobs EU migrants are leaving

The firms training thousands of unemployed people to take the jobs that EU migrants are leaving behind. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JE6ULm

'Muslims don't date, we marry'

The British entrepreneur who has set up a global dating app specifically for Muslims. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UbXYRq

Jet Airways: The riches to rags story of India's oldest private airline

The airline was once the shining face of Indian aviation, but now it is struggling to survive. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UQK8RB

Richard Branson calls for new Brexit vote

The Virgin owner says the UK is close to 'disaster', and many leave voters had changed their minds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uv2njT

What's going on with the UK economy?

March 23, 2019

Employment is soaring but growth is tepid, so what should we make of the state of the UK economy? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FsG1VD

The Disney-Fox giant in six charts

March 23, 2019

What Disney's takeover of Rupert Murdoch's 21st Century Fox means for the industry - in charts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FsDkU1

Brexit fears boost British tourism

Uncertainty over Brexit is prompting a surge in bookings for British holidays this year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JxSkoM

Is this America's most hated family?

Purdue Pharma has generated billions for the family that own it from selling controversial painkiller opioids. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UMBp32

Is Apple about to expand its TV business?

With iPhone sales slowing, could the tech giant be about to announce a move into subscription TV? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HNWl5U

Global markets fall amid slowdown fears

The FTSE 100 saw its worst day of trading this year, while US stock markets have also fallen sharply. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Fusaz6

Social status quiz for civil service job applicants

Civil service chiefs are asking staff how working class they think they are to make recruitment fairer. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HCnJ7x

Autonomous shuttle to be tested in New York City

The self-driving shuttle will be available to workers at a large site in Brooklyn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CA5UCe

Security flaw put RBS customers at risk of cyber-attack

Software designed to prevent cyber-attacks had a bug that could have let hackers get at machines. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2URw8au

Autonomous shuttle to be tested in New York City

The self-driving shuttle will be available to workers at a large site in Brooklyn. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2CA5UCe

Are bots gaming the 'Cancel Brexit' petition?

Questions have been asked about whether all the 3m signatures on the petition are genuine. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UQO0C2

Sainsbury's and Asda offer to sell supermarkets to merge

The retail giants tell the CMA they would sell between 125 and 150 supermarkets to be able to merge. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JwrDAQ

Facebook staff 'flagged Cambridge Analytica fears earlier than thought'

Facebook says concerns raised about data-scraping were not related to the previously reported scandal. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HLvuYh

Food Crime Unit pledges tougher action on food fraud

From peanuts in your pesto to mislabelled fish, food fraudsters are now in the spotlight. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JxgkIJ

Thomas Cook to close 21 stores and cut jobs

The beleaguered travel firm is cutting more than 300 roles as it closes stores across the country. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HLYNK7

Debenhams seeks £200m in new funds

The struggling department store chain is trying to fend off overtures from Sports Direct's Mike Ashley. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2U21e1J

Train punctuality standards to be tightened

Train times will be recorded to the minute at every stop in an attempt to improve train punctuality. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UQU3XA

Garuda looks to scrap Boeing 737 Max 8 order after crashes

The airline has asked to cancel an order for 49 jets after the plane was involved in two fatal crashes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WjmAW1

Uber 'picks New York Stock Exchange' for stock listing

The firm's public stock offering is expected in the coming months and may be one of the biggest in 2019. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Fnd9Oa

Uber 'picks New York Stock Exchange' for stock listing

The firm's public stock offering is expected in the coming months and may be one of the biggest in 2019. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Fnd9Oa

'Pink tax': Should personal care products for women cost more?

Should personal care products marketed to women cost more? And is there actually any difference? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HSFkYz

Filipino firm Jollibee takes on US fried chicken chains

The battle for crispy, deep-fried chicken is on. There is a new kid in town and it is not American. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uiRAth

How do you know where your olive oil really comes from?

New technologies are helping track the provenance of food throughout the supply chain. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HB2XFl

Brexit: Europe's no-deal preparation 'falls short', say businesses

Business trade groups across Europe warn the European Commission about its Brexit planning, Newsnight learns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uo4giC

Tate trustees shuns Sackler money over opioid crisis

The art institution joins the National Portrait Gallery in shunning donations due to opioid links. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Fibx8r

Why women's jeans are getting higher and higher

Levi Strauss boss Chip Bergh talks women's jeans with the BBC's Michelle Fleury. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TQtqW8

Millions of Facebook passwords exposed internally

Developers working for Facebook logged the passwords in plain text as they wrote code for the site. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uhMgX4

Millions of Facebook passwords exposed internally

Developers working for Facebook logged the passwords in plain text as they wrote code for the site. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2uhMgX4

Levi Strauss shares surge on stock market debut

The blue jeans company's shares jump as it makes a return to the New York stock market. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Ojoh2T

Arrests shut down illegal TV streaming gang

The gang behind the net TV services offered access to hundreds of channels in 30 countries. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2To1sfp

Huawei ban would delay 5G rollout: Three

The boss of mobile operator Three said he was confident the Chinese firm was not a threat to customers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HLBQXF

KFC's UK and Ireland boss talks about the day the chicken chain ran out of chicken

KFC's UK and Ireland managing director Paula MacKenzie talks about the day the chicken chain ran out of chicken. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HzAuQu

Six new cars rated 'poor' for security in theft-risk survey

The theft-risk report from insurer-funded Thatcham Research looks at keyless entry cars. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2We2wUU

Giraffe and Ed's Easy Diner site closures backed by creditors

Giraffe and Ed's Easy Diner will close 27 of their 87 restaurants in a restructuring plan. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HKMqhy

Oculus releases updated Rift VR headset

The updated flagship headset has sharper displays but still needs to be tethered to a PC to work. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2unmrVE

Brexit: Port of Dover warns of travel disruption risk

The boss of the UK's busiest port says Brexit could cause delays and queues later this month. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Cs9UVa

Health apps pose 'unprecedented' privacy risks

Data is being shared with companies, including Amazon and Google, a study of popular apps finds. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FrciNL

Christchurch shootings: 'Bad actors' helped attack videos spread online

Edited clips were continually uploaded to help defeat automatic detection systems, says Facebook from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Jq41h8

Bank keeps interest rates on hold at 0.75%

The Bank of England's policymakers voted unanimously to keep rates unchanged. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TsfEUM

Bank payment scams claim 84,000 victims

Banks say scam merchants are shifting their attention to conning members of the public directly. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JqUmHa

Brexit: Revoke Article 50 petition crashes Parliament website

More than 600,000 people sign a petition on the Parliament site calling for Brexit to be cancelled. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TP5LFn

UK retail sales rise again in February

But sales at food stores saw the biggest fall since December 2016, official figures show. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HKRPVM

Instagram eating disorder content 'out of control'

Psychiatrists raise concerns as the BBC finds children are swapping extreme images of weight loss. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TOms3V

San Francisco moves to ban e-cigarettes until health effects known

The law would halt sales until vaping's health effects are fully evaluated by US regulators. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Yayvar

Korea spycam porn: 1,600 fall victim and four men arrested

Four men allegedly filmed 1,600 guests in 30 South Korean hotels and sold the footage online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2CEzvun

Tokyo 2020: Robots to feature at Olympic and Paralympic Games

The Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games are set to revolutionise the way spectators experience sporting events - by introducing robots from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TZRNQy

Next's store sales and profits keep falling

The retailer says online presents a long-term threat to its shops, but an opportunity for the whole group. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uhm4M6

Italy takes a shine to China's New Silk Road

Italy is ready to let Chinese money build its infrastructure - but its allies remain sceptical. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TPCsmj

Ted Baker profits down amid tough trading

News of the 26% profit fall comes after founder Ray Kelvin's departure over a "forced hugs" row. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CuUWxz

'They took £150 from the till - was it really worth it?'

Lilly was tasered in the shop where she worked, just one of the 115 retail workers attacked every day. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FgWLz2

Brexit: Toilet paper maker stockpiles in a case of no-deal

Major toilet tissue producer Wepa has accelerated plans to charter ships to prepare for no-deal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ugHCZi

Levi Strauss worth $6.5bn in stock market return

Shares in the inventor of the blue jean have been priced above expectations for its New York flotation from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TRusky

Brexit: Sterling falls on no-deal worries

Business condemns continuing uncertainty, as the pound sinks on fresh no-deal concern. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2OhzwIU

Slower US growth means no rate rise for 2019, says Fed

The central bank had expected two rises this year, but is more cautious due to slower economic growth. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ujgHw7

Trump spooks markets with China trade tariffs warning

The US President says tariffs on goods could stay for longer to make sure China 'lives by the deal'. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TMOzjY

Hotel guests 'secretly filmed and live-streamed'

Spy cameras hidden in hotel rooms in South Korea live-streamed footage to the web, police say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YcONzE

Government spends £7m as no-deal ferry bookings start

The money covers the first fortnight of the services, which will transport vital goods such as medicines. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HGmAeq

Artificial intelligence: Algorithms face scrutiny over potential bias

Artificial intelligence used in the justice and financial systems is to be investigated. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UNTaz0

Ford accelerates electric vehicle investment

The US carmaker said growth in the market meant it became "obvious" the company needed to add capacity. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UMVar0

Apple's new AirPods have Siri built-in

The new earphones also have longer battery life and a chip that can better maintain a wireless connection. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FpOXw5

Facebook settles job discrimination case

The social media giant bans targeting ads for jobs, accommodation or credit on the basis of gender, age or postcode. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OjJV7i

Toyota to build new Suzuki car at Burnaston factory

The deal will not lead to extra jobs but will make the Derbyshire factory more efficient, the firm says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TKtR4a

Job losses announced at Barlaston Wedgwood

The Staffordshire site employs 440 staff and is looking to reduce this by 145. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YcngOs

US mum 'abused kids who performed on family YouTube channel'

The woman, whose children performed on the Fantastic Adventures channel, denies charges of child abuse. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2JqSuhw

Google hit with €1.49bn fine from EU over advertising

The search engine has been fined for blocking rival online search advertisers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Tj6bPd

Google tweaks search after EU competition scrutiny

Rival companies' price comparison results will be displayed more prominently thanks to the changes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TjoaVO

Nirav Modi arrested in UK amid India fraud case allegations

Nirav Modi, whose jewellery was worn by Priyanka Chopra-Jonas, is accused of defrauding an Indian bank. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TNR9pP

Inflation rises on increases in the cost of food and wine

Prices rose at 1.9% in February pushed higher by duty on wine and higher food bills. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HyafK1

PayPal urged to block essay firm cheats

Ministers call for payments companies to block essay writing firms, in a bid to beat university cheats. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TkIlme

National Portrait Gallery drops £1m donor

The Sackler Trust, embroiled in opioid allegations, drops the donation earmarked to help revamp the gallery. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YbgGrQ

£36 iPhone XR ad criticised

Advertising body criticises a Black Friday promotion for iPhones, following complaints from the public. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HzzBY6

Kingfisher boss to go as profits fall further

The chief executive of Kingfisher, the group that owns DIY chains B&Q and Screwfix, is stepping down. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Y2NYZU

Trade war: US-China to resume face-to-face talks next week, reports say

The negotiations have taken longer than some had expected with contradictory comments on progress. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HIt906

Juncker criticised over 'freeports'

EC president attacked for dismissing worries some art storage facilities may enable money laundering. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HIL3zO

Brexit food stockpiling loan ad banned

Advertising chiefs rule people may have felt pressured into taking out a loan by fears of food shortages. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FpmG90

Watchdogs 'need to prove they protect consumers' says NAO

Four regulators need to be able to prove how they are protecting consumers, the spending watchdog says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ugJBg9

Future transport: How will we get around in 2050?

The push for cleaner air will mean more electric vehicles that are driverless and shared, according to experts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Fl9IHQ

Weedkiller glyphosate a 'substantial' cancer factor

Jury to consider damages after one of the world's most widely-used weedkillers is blamed for cancer. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HElMH2

Boeing: US orders review of 737 Max licence to fly

The transport secretary orders an independent assessment of the 737 Max certification process. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uhwECV

Lloyds boss Horta-Osorio gives up final salary pension perk

Antonio Horta-Osorio was the only employee still entitled to a final salary pension - much to the anger of staff. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JydYJk

New York considers congestion charge

New York could follow London by introducing a congestion charge, but will it benefit everyone? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TQS2xV

Google reveals gaming platform Stadia

The new digital platform will stream games and has its own controller from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TYo0HY

The SEC calls for new contempt sanctions for Elon Musk

US financial regulator has called for sanctions after Mr Musk tweeted without seeking Tesla's approval. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TTKSbE

Google reveals gaming platform Stadia

The new digital platform will stream games and hsa its own controller from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TYo0HY

Brexit: Less than half of trusted trader applications approved

Only 365 businesses have been granted the status - which could be crucial in a no-deal Brexit - in almost three years, Newsnight learns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HDd6AR

The SEC calls for new contempt sanctions for Elon Musk

US financial regulator has called for sanctions after Mr Musk tweeted without seeking Tesla's approval. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TTKSbE

Tracking tools found on EU government and health websites

The trackers, used to monitor user behaviour online, were found on thousands of official web pages. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OhUiZi

The UK's richest man bailing out Team Sky

The UK's richest man, and now owner of a cycling team, has built a multi-billion pound business by buying unloved assets. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2W3GTqi

Snapchat under scrutiny from MPs over 'addictive' streaks

Executives promise to examine a Snapchat feature which has been criticised as potentially addictive. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OcTxk4

Vote Leave fined over thousands of unsolicited texts

The group could not prove that everybody who received its promotional message had consented. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HrL8sk

US politician sues Twitter over insults

A Republican congressman said the platform didn't crack down on "defamatory" tweets. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FmChG9

Former Staples chain Office Outlet in administration

The former Staples stationery chain, Office Outlet, is in administration, putting 1,200 jobs at risk. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TT7Srg

India 'asks banks to rescue Jet Airways'

The government has asked state-run banks to step in to save the struggling airline, Reuters reports. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TjUF6x

Sainsbury's and Asda vow £1bn merger price cuts

The retail giants tell the competition watchdog a merger will bring billions of price cuts and savings. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HIjWor

Huge Norwegian aluminium plants hit by cyber-attack

The Norwegian firm, which employs 35,000 people worldwide, has switched to manual controls at some plants. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2CsTKLd

Ocado sales hit by warehouse fire

The firm had more orders per week, but their average size was slightly lower. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HHgivm

Huge Norwegian aluminium plants hit by cyber-attack

The Norwegian firm, which employs 35,000 people worldwide, has switched to manual controls at some plants. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CsTKLd

Boeing expects 737 Max software fix by end of March

The aviation giant tells airlines it will have new software to control the controversial MCAS system. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ug7dS0

UK unemployment falls again

UK unemployment fell by 35,000 between November and January to 1.34 million, figures show from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FjFANk

Bonmarché predicts deeper losses

The clothing firm had said losses would be £4m this year - it now thinks these could reach £5-6m. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HtjXgU

Ocado revenue hit by warehouse fire

The firm had more orders per week, but their average size was slightly lower. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HHgivm

Christchurch shootings: Facebook gives new details on NZ attack video

Facebook says a live-stream of the NZ attacks was seen fewer than 200 times as pressure on the firm rises. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TfirjV

Christchurch shooting: Australia PM calls for social media crackdown

Australia's PM asks that G20 leaders discuss "unrestricted" social media in the wake of the NZ attacks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TfirjV

Why are Venezuelans seeking refuge in crypto-currencies?

As Venezuela staggers under political and economic crises, its citizens are embracing digital money. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OeqRqP

Home leasehold system needs reform, say MPs

The UK's leasehold system has left many householders in unsellable homes, says a committee of MPs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UHR6s5

World's most expensive cities revealed

Paris comes top of a ranking of the world's most expensive cities, alongside Hong Kong and Singapore. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UIMT7A

Warner Bros boss quits amid affair allegations

Kevin Tsujihara leaves after claims he attempted to secure roles for an actress he was involved with. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Y501pO

Equal Pay Day: Cheaper travel for Berlin women

Berlin public transport gives women 21% off fares to highlight the gender pay gap. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HCguMc

Boeing: French investigators find crash 'similarities'

French air crash investigators say there are "clear similarities" between two Boeing 737 Max crashes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TfZlKy

OWNAFC: Football fans call for refunds over club app

Fans say they feel misled by OWNAFC amid claims they could "take charge of a real life football club". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HF7hCT

EasyJet withdraws from proposed Alitalia consortium

Budget airline withdraws from a potential partnership that was exploring future options for Alitalia. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2W808ih

MySpace admits losing 12 years' worth of music uploads

The social network has apologised for losing the data during a server migration. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UGSMlJ

Revellers spend £69 on average on a UK night out, says report

Spending is up 15% as people stay out for longer, according to a report into the night-time economy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Y1MfnI

MySpace admits losing 12 years' worth of music uploads

The social network has apologised for losing the data during a server migration. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UGSMlJ

Christchurch shootings: Social sites struggle to contain attack video

Millions of copies of videos showing the Christchurch attacks have been removed from social media sites. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HpZPw9

Eurostar industrial action continues to hit services from Paris

Severe disruption on Paris-to-London services continues on another day of industrial action. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Ofr4du

WorldPay payments firm in $43bn sale to US rival

WorldPay, once part of RBS bank, has been bought by Fidelity National Information Services. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OceHP7

Domino's Pizza denies claims it misled investors

Domino's Pizza rejects claims it hasn't been upfront about relations with some of its franchisees. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2F93ScK

WorldPay payments firm in $43bn sale to US rival

WorldPay, once part of RBS bank, has been bought by Fidelity National Information Services. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2OceHP7

MPs call for tax on social media companies

Their report says the money should be used to fund research into the health impact of social media. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TcTyW3

UK space internet firm OneWeb ready for lift-off

OneWeb secures new funding enabling it to speed up plans for a global high-speed broadband network. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Y3HLNr

Hong Kong subway trains collide amid new signal system trials

Two trains collide during a new signal system trial, threatening travel disruption for millions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TKuvP2

JD Sports to buy Footasylum for £90m

JD Sports is making a cash offer of £90.1m to acquire 'athleisure' retailer Footasylum. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Tf6dHY

UK space internet firm OneWeb ready for lift-off

OneWeb secures new funding enabling it to speed up plans for a global high-speed broadband network. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Y3HLNr

Travelodge targets parents to fill post-Brexit staffing gap

The budget hotel chain plans to open 100 new hotels over the next five years, creating 3,000 new jobs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2udreIZ

Ethiopian Airlines: 'Clear similarities' with Indonesia cash

Ethiopia sees 'similarities' between last week's plane crash and the Lion Air disaster off Indonesia. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HGlnUv

Eurostar tells customers 'don't travel'

Paris to London services are severely disrupted by industrial action by French customers officers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Y5r6cb

Deutsche Bank and Commerzbank in formal merger talks

Deutsche Bank and Commerzbank are to launch formal merger talks as they struggle to grow. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JjJ5IM

M&S plans big store shift towards weekly food shop

The retailer wants to target the weekly family shop, with more stores offering its full range of food. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FlaaaB

Brexit: 'Physically impossible' to leave on 29 March, says chancellor

The chancellor also warns the PM's deal may not return to the Commons if it doesn't have MPs' support. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HD1m14

Levi's ride 1980s denim trend back to stock market relisting

March 16, 2019

The 166-year old brand is rejoining the stock market but how long will popular demand for denim last? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2W60ndY

Christchurch shootings: Sajid Javid warns tech giants over footage

The home secretary says firms "must do more" after the New Zealand attack was shown live on Facebook. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2T7N4I4

How swarming drones will change warfare

Flocks of airborne robots are being developed, able to collaborate and overwhelm enemy defences. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Fg8IWA

Brexit ferry contracts could cost government millions more

The government's no-deal ferry contracts will require further payments if Brexit is delayed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Jiyiyk

Boeing: What next after the 737 Max disasters?

Boeing's top-selling jets grounded until May as investigators work out what caused two fatal crashes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JcNTPY

Patisserie Valerie black hole grows to £94m

The cafe chain's deficit is larger than first thought and may warrant further legal action, a report says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Y3wjBB

Sir Philip Green's Topshop retail group 'exploring options'

Sir Philip Green's Arcadia retail empire says times are tough and it is considering turnaround options. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HA4efe

Boeing to upgrade software on Ethiopian Airlines crash jet

The US planemaker will roll out the changes in the coming weeks after the 737 Max aircraft disaster. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2O7EyHS

Christchurch shootings: Social media's role

Why was a video of the shootings shared on social media and what can be done about the wider threat? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2O5bReQ

Interserve: UK outsourcing giant loses rescue vote

Contractor Interserve, which employs 45,000 people in the UK, now faces administration. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XXhwYU

Apple responds to Spotify complaints over App store

The tech giant has hit back over claims that its App store is unfair and levies a tax on developers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UCBaaH

Contactless card use surges as doubts ease

Contactless use rose by 31% in 2018, data shows, with the technology accounting for one in three card payments. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ConkkY

UK cyber-security efforts criticised by audit office

The warning comes in a National Audit Office (NAO) assessment of the UK's national cyber-defence plan. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2uacbzW

Wetherspoon's profits plunge by 19%

Meanwhile the pub chain's chairman released a statement attacking Brexit "doomsters". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2T88eps

Volkswagen and former boss face US lawsuit over Dieselgate

The Security and Exchange Commission says the German car giant misled investors. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XVBq6N

Musk adds new Model Y to electric car line-up

The new mass-market electric vehicle has a base price of $39,000 and a 230-mile range. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2T6slEr

Musk adds new Model Y to electric car line-up

The new mass-market electric vehicle has a base price of $39,000 and a 230-mile range. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2T6slEr

China foreign investment law: Bill aims to ease global concerns

The law aims to ease foreign concerns and is seen as an olive branch to the US amid trade war talks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2W0tE9M

Prisoners in England to be taught code

The programme is modelled on the Last Mile project in the San Quentin prison in California. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2u777vU

Interserve: Key UK contractor faces crunch vote on rescue plan

The outsourcing giant has been seeking support for a rescue deal from shareholders and lenders. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Hn51kd

Energy bills: 'I don't know who to trust'

Frustration with energy suppliers' customer service leads to changes, as ratings expose the worst performers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HvehSC

Zoopla bars 'No DSS' rental ads

The property website bans ads that discriminate against renters on benefits. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HlzrDK

Companies told women must make up third of senior directors by 2020

Firms including Domino's Pizza and JD Sports told to appoint more women directors or risk investor warning. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Hy0H0Y

Facebook loses chief product officer and Whatsapp head

The two resignations come a week after Mark Zuckerberg outlined plans for a "privacy-focused" platform. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2O5w3NR

Facebook loses chief product officer and Whatsapp head

The two resignations come a week after Mark Zuckerberg outlined plans for a "privacy-focused" platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2O5w3NR

Uber planning stock market flotation 'in April'

The firm is reportedly planning a stock market flotation in April, hot on the heels of its rival Lyft. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TL03DY

Uber planning stock market flotation 'in April'

The firm is reportedly planning a stock market flotation in April, hot on the heels of its rival Lyft. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TL03DY

Sir Martin Sorrell gets WPP payout a year after leaving

The former WPP boss is to get £2.13m worth of shares from the company he resigned from a year ago. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FfpG7T

CBI: Brexit delay 'could only be a stay of execution'

Parliament still needs to come up with a coherent Brexit plan, the business body says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VZKupg

Facebook blames server tweak for blackout issues

A server configuration change is blamed for global disruption to Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2u83iHa

Coca-Cola reveals how much plastic it uses

It's one of a number of big firms to show how much plastic is being used every year from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2u6h0Kr

Ethiopian Airlines: Crash plane's black boxes sent to Paris

Investigators in France are to analyse the crashed Ethiopian Airlines aircraft's flight and voice boxes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TSeR3o

Volkswagen boss apologises for Nazi pun

Herbert Diess used a phrase that echoed "Arbeit Macht Frei", a maxim emblazoned on the gates of the Auschwitz death camp. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HxgZau

God of War, Red Dead Redemption and indie titles lead 2019 Bafta nominations

Big budget games and independent titles will compete across a variety of categories at a ceremony in April. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Hyfitg

Netflix to set own official UK age ratings under BBFC system

The streaming giant will use an algorithm to make sure its entire catalogue has an official rating. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2O3FE7I

Superdry rejects co-founder Dunkerton's 'damaging' renewal plan

Clothing chain rebuffs plan from Julian Dunkerton and tells shareholders not to vote for his return. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HurWcI

Brexit: Does NI tariffs plan violate WTO law?

BBC News NI assesses if the UK's no-deal Brexit plan to avoid a hard Irish border breaches WTO law. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XYCuGI

Construction company Dawnus 'in administration'

Subcontractors of Swansea-based firm Dawnus say they have been told the company is in administration. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2u9wE82

Chancellor needs 'an urgent spending review', IFS says

Key financing issues must be addressed quickly, the Institute of Fiscal Studies says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Hh2aJT

Exit fee crackdown on investment fund supermarkets

A ban or cap on exit fees would allow investors to switch more easily between investment "platforms". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2O7II2M

Shell boss' pay doubles to 143 times average UK Shell worker's pay

Ben van Beurden's £17m pay is now 143 times larger than the average Shell employee in the UK. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2O2oG9I

Govia Thameslink rail firm fined over chaotic timetable launch

The rail regulator fines Govia Thameslink £5m for weeks of chaos caused by a botched new timetable. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VWJ7rl

Woman breaks pi world record

Emma Haruka Iwao calculates the value of pi to 31 trillion digits. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2CjNPbv

'I ignored my children to play video games'

The number of people seeking help for addiction to video games is increasing, treatment centres say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XVh1i8

Jaguar Land Rover recalls 44,000 cars over emissions

Land Rover, Range Rover and Jaguar models are affected by the UK recall, the firm says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2F3NJ8t

What impact will China's new foreign investment law have?

China's attempt to placate Washington amid trade war negotiations will only go so far. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Fa9Zi8

Brexit uncertainty 'holds back house moves'

Surveyors say that the Brexit impasse means buyers and sellers are "sitting tight", according to a report. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UAYNQV

Mike Ashley refers Debenhams board to regulator over profit warning

Sports Direct accuses the board of giving misleading advice to investors, which Debenhams denies. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Hj1u6y

Pound jumps to nine-month high

Sterling rises more than 2% after Parliament rejects a no-deal Brexit. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HxySpG

Spring Statement: Chancellor Philip Hammond on economy

The chancellor opens his Spring Statement by saying the UK economy is “remarkably robust” and has “defied expectations” from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Cm7ozL

US to ground all Boeing crash aircraft

It follows the lead of many other countries after two Boeing 737 Max 8 crashes in five months. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2F8qECv

Canada joins ban on Boeing crash aircraft

The country is the latest to temporarily ban flights of the aircraft following a crash on Sunday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2u5PGvW

Hammond sets June date for new border e-gate checks

More overseas visitors, including from the US, Australia, and South Korea, to use e-gates from June. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2J7gFBp

Thomas Cook bralet plane passenger 'told to cover up'

Emily O'Connor claimed Thomas Cook cabin crew said her bralet and trousers "caused offence". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2J9wl7p

Warehouses thriving from Brexit stockpiling

Warehouse owner Alan Ferguson says fears of a no-deal Brexit have brought "a 50% uplift in demand". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CighKN

IBM used Flickr photos for facial-recognition project

Some people are said to be unaware that their data had been used for a facial-recognition project. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FbvI9v

IBM used Flickr photos for facial-recognition project

Some people are said to be unaware that their data had been used for a facial-recognition project. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FbvI9v

Spring Statement: Economy to grow at slowest pace since 2009

Economic growth this year is forecast be the slowest since the financial crisis, the Chancellor says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HhKVrG

Japan Sega game sales halted after cocaine arrest

Japanese sales of Sega's Judgment are put on hold following the arrest of an actor involved in the game. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HtVM13

Warehouses thriving from Brexit stockpiling

Warehouse owner Alan Ferguson says fears of a no-deal Brexit have brought "a 50% uplift in demand". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XWRrJI

Jumia to be first African start-up on NY Stock Exchange

The e-commerce company is to become first African start-up to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ChWkUd

Ethiopian Airlines: Ground all Boeing 737 Max 8 jets, says CEO

Many countries have grounded Boeing 737 Max jets after the Ethiopian Airlines crash but not the US. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VVRy6i

Cartoons about online safety launched for four-year-olds

The UK's National Crime Agency launches a series of animations aimed at children aged four to seven. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TyyOgh

Morrisons stocks up on 'cupboard fillers'

The supermarket chain said customers are stocking up on "cupboard fillers" ahead of Brexit. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Hukf6o

'No water and rodents' among student housing gripes

A third of UK students have gone without heating or running water, a survey suggests. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Heh6bq

Carphone Warehouse fined £29m for insurance mis-selling

The financial regulator says the firm failed to give staff the right training to sell Geek Squad insurance. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Hf5cy9

UK announces no-deal tariff plan

The government announces that most imports into the UK would not attract a tariff in the event of a no-deal Brexit. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JbVT3G

Devil May Cry 5 review: Demon-hunting aplenty

Demons have invaded the city of Redgrave and only Dante and his companions can stop them. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Uy8iQX

Scooting off: Is this the answer for short journeys?

Scooters and other micro-vehicles are increasingly popular but the regulations have not caught up. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2T3Nuiy

Tech-filled strap makes old watches smart

A strap that adds notifications and payments to old watches has been designed by Sony engineers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2u2LNrx

Tech-filled strap makes old watches smart

A strap that adds notifications and payments to old watches has been designed by Sony engineers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2u2LNrx

Tackle tech giants' 'bullying tactics' review urges

The UK must update its approach to competition in the tech sector, a new report says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ChtBiB

Six things to know about the Spring Statement

The Chancellor Philip Hammond will deliver an update on the UK economy. What can we expect? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UEAz8x

Tackle tech giants' 'bullying tactics' review urges

The UK must update its approach to competition in the tech sector, a new report says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ChtBiB

Bank of England 'must practice what it preaches'

The Bank of England needs to sharpen up compliance and improve diversity, a committee of MPs says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UCGnzm

IMF: Greece among best performers in eurozone

The International Monetary Fund says Greece is still vulnerable but has made great progress. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HhxUhU

US under pressure to ground Boeing aircraft

Senators and airline workers call on the Federal Aviation Authority to suspend the 737 Max. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2u604Ui

Pound volatile after Brexit vote defeat

Sterling fluctuates against the dollar after MPs reject Brexit withdrawal deal for a second time. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TvJLiR

The people trying to save the High Street

A restaurant in Staffordshire is selling £5 burgers as part of a campaign to boost the High Street. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ESZEFU

Boots pharmacists vote to recognise new union

Boots pharmacists have voted "overwhelmingly" for a new union to have recognition. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2NXRssa

Wonga: Fourfold rise in compensation claimant estimate

More than 400,000 customers of former payday lender Wonga are seeking compensation, with more expected. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XQmdUk

Nissan cuts two models from Sunderland plant

Japanese car maker pulls the Infiniti brand out of Western Europe due to poor sales. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EUaYlb

Elon Musk denies being in contempt of court

Tesla founder Elon Musk has denied that a tweet placed him in contempt of court. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2T4ZBMs

Facebook restores ads calling for it to be broken up

The social network removed ads then restored them to "help debate" about its status and power. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2CeUTpA

Pound falls sharply on Brexit deal advice

Sterling drops 2 cents after attorney general says new Brexit deal doesn't tackle key objections. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HxSR7H

Brexit: Foreign far-right Twitter users 'manipulated debate'

Research shows that fake accounts tried to amplify far-right narratives about Brexit. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HyIoIO

Uber driver kidnapped passenger to boost fare

The driver "groped" a sleeping female passenger while taking her on a long ride to boost his fare. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VRUnW3

Could electric vehicles be the future for Kenyan travel?

Kenya's electricity surplus could be capitalised on by a company reconditioning electric vehicles. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2O1OH9m

UK economic growth remains sluggish

The economy expanded by 0.5% in January but three monthly growth remained weak. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2T0xGx4

Boeing 737: Australia joins Singapore in barring Max planes

Australia joins Singapore in barring operations of the 737 Max aircraft following two crashes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2u2bR64

French Connection sales fall as it makes small profit

The fashion chain says it is still in talks with potential buyers about the sale of the business. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TFsV0m

Boy's letter to Qantas boss for 'CEO advice' goes viral

The 10-year-old boy called on Alan Joyce to take him "seriously" about starting an airline. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HsPP4z

Raghuram Rajan says capitalism is 'under serious threat'

Former Indian central bank governor Raghuram Rajan warns of the challenges facing global democracy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ESSxgJ

Boeing 737: Singapore bars 737 Max planes from airspace

The decision comes in light of two fatal accidents involving a Boeing Max 8 in less than five months. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EZzEsm

US 'warns Germany a Huawei deal could hurt intelligence sharing'

US ambassador tells Germany to shun Huawei or face curbs in intelligence sharing, according to reports. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2F3UAzG

The interview robot that doesn't make snap judgements

We are all susceptible to unconscious bias - making assumptions about people. Is a robot any better? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SUSdTG

Do supermarkets know more about us than we do?

Product loyalty is not solely based on value, quality or choice but also on personal attachment, studies suggest. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HflBmg

Would you be happy being interviewed by a robot?

Employers can make unconscious - and unfair - judgements about interviewees within a few seconds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UwiysX

Would you be happy being interviewed by a robot?

Employers can make unconscious - and unfair - judgements about interviewees within a few seconds. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UwiysX

What went wrong at Superdry?

The blame game over the decline of the British retailer is playing out in public. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2F4VbkJ

Ethiopian Airlines crash: FAA says Boeing 737 Max 8 is airworthy

Aviation officials resist calls to ground the model involved in Sunday's Ethiopian Airlines crash. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Hf5ghq

Tim Berners-Lee: 'Stop web's downward plunge to dysfunctional future'

Thirty years after he invented it, Sir Tim Berners-Lee says the web is not what it should be. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HbSMHj

Tim Berners-Lee: 'Stop web's downward plunge to dysfunctional future'

Thirty years after he invented it, Sir Tim Berners-Lee says the web is not what it should be. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HbSMHj

FCA to run no-deal Brexit 'financial war room'

The Financial Conduct Authority has plans for a 'war room' in the event of a hard Brexit. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TA8CSR

Harry Potter: Wizards Unite lets fans cast spells and rescue magic creatures

The company behind Pokemon Go reveals details of their new augmented reality game. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2T051Ii

Wonky spud vodka couple eye export market

A potato-farming couple are hoping to sell their vodka to overseas markets like the US and Middle East. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EPRdLx

UK audit watchdog to be replaced by new governing body

The Financial Reporting Council will be scrapped and replaced by a new regulator for accountancy firms. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2u2HMDz

'Plastic pollution is kind of like marriage'

Vasu Primlani is an Indian stand-up comedian who likes to talk about environmental issues in her comedy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TAckLp

The designer turning trash metals into jewellery

Designer Aanchal Sukhija collects and recycles waste from Indian kabadiwallas (garbage buyers) and turns it into jewellery. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2J4BygB

Climate change: Pledge to cut emissions from dairy farms

A dairy firm is promising to make its farms carbon-neutral by 2050 in a move described as "ambitious". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tZ1CiP

Brexit 'sees UK finance firms move £900bn to Europe'

Study counting cost of Brexit on banking and finance says 275 firms have moved some business abroad. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2J5ombi

Brilliant Energy fails to live up to its name

The domestic energy provider with 17,000 customers ceases trading - the latest of a string of failures. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EQbCjJ

US seeks to allay fears over killer robots

Humans will always make the final decision on whether armed robots can shoot, the US says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2F4kiEf

Facebook sues over 'data-grabbing' quizzes

Malicious quiz apps were used to harvest thousands of users' profile data, according to Facebook. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NVIPy8

Apex Legends studio bans 355,000 cheating players

The players were all using the PC version of the game, Respawn Entertainment said. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2J6kIhH

Smart speakers and baking into inflation basket

Q: "Alexa - what is now being used to help calculate the cost of living in the UK?" A: "I am" from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2JjgKlZ

Brexit: 10 ways you could be affected by no-deal

From your weekly shop to your holiday plans, how could a no-deal Brexit affect you? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HdnKio

Superdry tells co-founder Julian Dunkerton he's not welcome back

Fashion chain says his designs flopped and he should stop trying to return to the firm he founded. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VRPBb6

No deal Brexit and how businesses are planning for it

In a big week for Brexit small business owners share how they're preparing for the possibility of no deal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2u1uEi7

Smart speakers and baking into inflation basket

Q: "Alexa - what is now being used to help calculate the cost of living in the UK?" A: "I am" from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JjgKlZ

Tesla to raise prices and keep more stores open

The electric carmaker says prices will rise by 3% and reverses a decision to close stores. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2J7NDSj

RBS trials biometric fingerprint bank card

The bank says the technology is designed to increase security and make payments at tills easier. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2C867MH

Turkey's economy slides into recession

The trade dispute with the US was one factor pushing Turkey's economy into recession last year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UrmDyd

RBS trials biometric fingerprint bank card

The bank says the technology is designed to increase security and make payments at tills easier. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2C867MH

Tesla to raise prices and keep more stores open

The electric carmaker says prices will rise by 3% and reverses a decision to close stores. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2J7NDSj

China orders airlines to halt Boeing 737 Max-8 flights

The move comes a day after an Ethiopian Airlines 737 Max-8 crash killed all 157 people on board. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2F0ahrz

What you should do if your business is making you ill

If your business is making you ill, then you're running it the wrong way, says Matthew Upchurch. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2J0Clzc

Cheese, chops and hops: How will Brexit impact UK producers?

With Brexit looming, a lamb farmer, cheese maker and brewer give their take on what it might hold. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2F12ybV

Businesses urged to 'do more' to win public contracts

Firms must help to improve society if they want to win public contracts, the UK government says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VMz7kl

Hot weather unable to stem shopper decline in February

Last month saw the biggest fall in five years in people visiting stores in February, says the BRC. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tZiV3t

Russia internet freedom: Thousands protest against cyber-security bill

The government says the bill will boost security but activists say it will stifle dissent. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2J5Vy2s

McDonnell pledges 'green revolution' jobs

Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell says a "green industrial revolution" could create thousands of jobs in Scotland. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2NSWPst

Brexit could be lost if deal rejected, Jeremy Hunt says

Tories face "devastating" consequences if MPs do not back Theresa May's deal, Jeremy Hunt says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ENVaAp

Corby steelworks closure remembered 40 years on

At their height the works in Corby, Northamptonshire, employed half the town. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UujIoG

Interserve facing crucial vote on rescue plan

Outsourcing giant Interserve is urging shareholders to back its rescue deal this week. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CgQ9jj

Brexit: Could the UK drop tariffs to zero?

March 09, 2019

Crucial votes on Brexit next week could determine whether the UK has greater flexibility to set tariffs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tYLq15

Elizabeth Warren vows to break up tech giants if elected in 2020

March 09, 2019

The US Democratic presidential hopeful tells a rally she is "sick of freeloading billionaires". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2EZ9hUO

Lords urge tougher rules for tech firms

Technology firms and social media apps should all fall under one regulatory body, Lords report says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2NSkLMu

Lords urge tougher rules for tech firms

Technology firms and social media apps should all fall under one regulatory body, Lords report says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NSkLMu

Was the millennial dream killed by QE?

Ten years on from Bank of England's first injection of money into the economy, what impact has it had? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XMSTxW

Cash or no cash - where do you stand?

The future of cash is at risk, according to a major report, but would we notice and are we bothered? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tTSTi0

Drinks billionaire criticised over handicapped gaffe

Nick Caporella likened managing a soft drinks brand to caring for a handicapped person. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2J1koRg

No-deal Brexit threat to 'billions of pounds' of chemicals

A legal loophole means chemical imports used in manufacturing may be halted, a trade body warns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tTQRP1

Urgent warning over 'serious' Windows 7 bug

The flaw is found in Windows 7 and could let malicious hackers take over machines, says Google. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Hkyjzj

US jobs shock as growth slows

The world's largest economy added just 20,000 jobs in February as construction hiring plunged. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SPJEJS

Norway's sovereign fund to cut oil and gas investments

The world's largest sovereign wealth fund has $37bn invested in oil firms such as BP and Shell. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HkKQTf

Geneva Motor Show: What's the quirkiest car on display?

Theo Leggett looks at which vehicles are trying to stand out from the crowd at the Geneva Motor Show. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VDXYqu

International Women's Day: 'I'm teaching other women to fly helicopters'

Captain Sarah Bowen is training other women to get into the aviation industry to be just like her. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2C9PPmB

Security holes found in big brand car alarms

Security researchers show Click’s Dan Simmons how to take control of a car via its smart alarm system. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TslytF

Goals Soccer Centres warns on profit after 'accounting errors'

Goals Soccer Centres says it has uncovered "accounting errors" and will delay the release of its results. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2J8V1wC

Carlos Ghosn: Lawyer sorry for workman 'disguise' idea

Takashi Takano says his plan to sneak the former Nissan boss out of jail unnoticed had backfired. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2NMnsPX

Why are governments banning Huawei’s 5G tech?

One potential problem with next gen mobile technology may have more to do with castles than you’d expect. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HlYu8P

China exports saw biggest fall in three years in February

The latest China trade data points to further signs of strain in the world's second largest economy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TAF9Hh

How to hijack a car via its smart alarm

Security researchers show how to take control of a car via bugs in their smart alarm systems. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2C8U4yL

How to hijack a car via its smart alarm

Security researchers show how to take control of a car via bugs in their smart alarm systems. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2C8U4yL

Breaking India's menstruation taboos with a comic book

Aditi Gupta created a comic book to help girls in India better understand their periods. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EL0OTE

New summer rail timetables set for May

Rail bosses promise they have "learned the lessons" from last summer's timetable chaos. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SSfZQa

Get a grip on money-laundering, say MPs

UK efforts to tackle money-laundering are "highly fragmented", says an influential committee of MPs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XI1u4W

Soon we'll be able to see round corners and underground

Quantum sensing could let us see what's underground, detect diseases earlier, even track a submarine. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SPIUEn

Economy 'needs more women entrepreneurs'

More female-run businesses could give the UK economy a £250bn boost, a new report says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SOS1VV

Sports Direct seeks to remove Debenhams board

Mike Ashley wants to take charge at Debenhams and would step down from his roles at Sports Direct to do so. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SSgIB3

Facebook discovers UK 'fake news' network

Facebook removes more than 130 "inauthentic" accounts, pages and groups operated from the UK. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2IVh7CV

John Lewis chair: There's been a lot of discounting

John Lewis chairman Sir Charlie Mayfield says trading conditions on the High Street are "really tough". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TmkWWG

Parisians try to shut out Instagram users

Residents are demanding a gate to keep picture-hunters off their colourful cobbled street. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2EFo4Tk

England's court computers collapse again

Some trials have been suspended as the Ministry of Justice works to fix IT issues. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VO9H6b

Retailer LK Bennett goes into administration

Fashion chain LK Bennett - which has 41 shops and 480 staff in the UK - goes into administration from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2IYoitV

Leasehold first-time buyers: 'We're trapped in our own house'

There is a consultation going on that could change the way we own homes forever. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UpudcI

Bitcoin: Crypto investors 'think they can get rich quick'

Cryptoasset investors are influenced by friends and social media celebrities, but often understand little. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Hl4dMc

Primark to move 220 Reading jobs to Dublin

Primark announces 220 jobs in "product operations" will move from Reading to its headquarters in Dublin. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tSJ4Rh

Rape Day game pulled by Steam platform after outcry

Gaming platform Steam pulls the release of the game Rape Day after widespread condemnation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Hitgzn

No rate rise until next year for eurozone

The euro slipped after the European Central Bank said it would offer banks cheap loans as economies weaken. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tTVIQ5

Facebook: What's in Mark Zuckerberg's privacy plan?

Mark Zuckerberg says he wants Facebook to become a "privacy-focused" social network. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ETmeQ1

Google spin-off Waymo to sell Lidar it fought Uber on

The self-driving car division of Google is to sell its Lidar units to other industries but not car-makers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2tTBbez

Graze recalls 'vegan' snack that contained milk

The food firm apologises and tells vegans and customers with allergies not to eat the product. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TkmkJ6

Estate agent Countrywide sees Brexit uncertainty hit trade

The UK's largest estate agent reports widening losses and says the uncertainty is hitting business from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2H5RkWX

What's making life hard for John Lewis?

Its poor results come at a time of hardship for High Street stores in general and department stores in particular. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HlMF2b

John Lewis bonus lowest since 1954 as profits plunge

The retail partnership - which includes Waitrose supermarkets - says staff will receive a 3% bonus. from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47480250

How incompetent men get ahead

Why Do So Many Incompetent Men Become Leaders? Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic's book has a provocative title but what's the answer? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SPWY0C

Huawei sues US government over product ban

The Chinese telecoms firm takes action against claims its products present security risks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TkJXBf

Fashion chain Quiz issues profit warning

The chain warns of "significant shortfall" in sales and says it now reviewing "all aspects" of its business. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TsaT1x

Greggs vegan sausage roll boosts sales

The new snack drives a sharp rise in sales, as annual revenue tops £1bn for the first time. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tQPaBX

National Apprenticeship Week: How to win at work

As part of National Apprenticeship Week these apprentices are share their best do's and don'ts whilst starting out at work. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UjPqVz

Huawei sues US government over product ban

The Chinese firm is facing international scrutiny tied to concerns over the security of its products. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TkJXBf

Climate change: Government deal to boost offshore wind

A deal between the UK and the wind industry will ensure 30% of electricity comes from offshore wind by 2030. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2NTmpOh

Din Tai Fung: The accidental dumpling empire

Taiwan's famous dumpling chain Din Tai Fung has opened its first restaurant in London, but says it never planned to become this big. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EDSIMS

Northern's long six-carriage trains delayed by two years

The company will not introduce its new long trains, aimed at reducing overcrowding, until the end of 2021. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2C3n1vF

Is it time to ditch the suit and tie?

A new generation of employees could lay formal work wear to rest. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Uk6Ykw

'I spent £700 on loot boxes in a month'

Online gamer George Proud says loot boxes within popular computer games are addictive. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2C3mWbl

Geneva Motor Show: The weird and wonderful

Europe's biggest car show of the year has thrown up its usual mix of the fast and furious - and strange. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UjnMrI

Zuckerberg outlines plan for 'privacy-focused' Facebook

He also said Facebook would not store sensitive data in countries with weak records on human rights. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HiK9d5

Zuckerberg outlines plan for 'privacy-focused' Facebook

Facebook boss says private messaging services will becomes more popular than current open platforms. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HiK9d5

Ex-Nissan boss Ghosn leaves a Tokyo jail on bail

The former chief executive of Nissan, Carlos Ghosn, has been released from a Tokyo jail on bail. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SMKBm0

Government will audit how Eurotunnel spends £33m settlement

The Department for Transport will ensure a £33m settlement benefits "the wider economy". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2IUkM3L

Electric cars dominate at the Geneva Motor Show

As the global car industry shows off its latest models in Switzerland, electric power dominates. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VCWM6J

Chinese hackers fish for naval secrets

Almost 30 universities have been targeted by a Chinese hacking group, a report claims. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VE3zNF

Post-apocalyptic video game Days Gone Days previewed

Marc Cieslak looks at the new survival video game Days Gone which is released on 26 April 2019. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VEnvzV

Trump dealt blow as US trade deficit jumps

The gap between US imports and exports has widened despite the president's pledge to narrow it. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TsH8xu

Bugatti unveils the world's most expensive new car

Bugatti's one-off supercar, unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show, sold for at least £9.5m before tax. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EHL9Vv

HSBC fights back in £450m pension row

Britain's biggest bank is facing a shareholder vote over a pension scheme campaigners say is unfair. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EOIsCw

Uber 'not liable' for self-driving death

Prosecutors say Uber is not criminally liable for a crash involving one of its self-driving cars. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tVi9UU

Uber 'not liable' for self-driving death

Prosecutors say Uber is not criminally liable for a crash involving one of its self-driving cars. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2tVi9UU

Hello Kitty to be made into Hollywood film

Warner Bros has acquired the rights to make a film featuring the lucrative cartoon franchise. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UovJfs

US ambassador defends farming record on chicken and beef

Washington's ambassador to the UK tells the BBC he would choose to eat "safe" chlorine washed chicken. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Tjxf5V

Dundee could be UK's first 'living wage' city

Employers have joined forces in order to boost the number of jobs which pay the voluntary living wage of £9. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2IUO8iF

Ex-Nissan boss Ghosn released on bail

Carlos Ghosn is released on bail set at $9m after more than 100 days in detention in Japan. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2IVjGF9

Just Eat profits up amid merger pressure

The food delivery service reports rising revenues amid shareholder pressure to merge with a rival. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2NIgxqK

Goldman Sachs relaxes dress code for all employees

The firm urged staff to use "good judgement" in their fashion choices as it relaxed its dress standards. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2IVmEJP

Andy Palmer says Aston's Martin's 26% sales growth last year was 'very, very good'

Aston Martin boss Andy Palmer tells the BBC's Theo Leggett that the firm's underlying performance last year was "very good" in a very volatile market. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UneStn

'Our vision is a world without traffic jams'

The Moovel app is designed to be a 'one-stop shop' for travel across cities on different kinds of transport. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ToHwxW

Pay by cash? Not for long, report warns

Changes are needed to ensure access to cash, otherwise the system will fall apart, a review says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TpEZ5N

Apprenticeship take-up down by a quarter

Public spending watchdog says the government has "some way to go" to show the scheme is value for money. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2IPZ9Sa

Aston Martin boss Andy Palmer hits back at the doubters

As he unveils cars to rival Ferrari and Roll-Royce, Andy Palmer says the firm is a UK manufacturing jewel. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Tuk15H

Department for Transport issues pothole warning

The government wants companies that dig up the roads to guarantee they remain pothole-free for five years from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ISnBCp

Workers rights: MPs promised vote on changes after Brexit

Unions say a pledge to allow MPs to decide on adopting future EU changes is "flimsy window dressing". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SLAZrA

UK may slash trade tariffs under a no-deal Brexit

Import taxes could be scrapped completely on some goods, but others still be protected, say reports. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UkhyYA

JetBlue considers new US-UK flight routes

The firm will make a decision on long haul planes which could introduce new flights to London. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2IWO163

Tesla: China suspends customs clearance for Model 3 car

Misprinted labels delay shipments but the firm says it has reached a resolution with authorities. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2C3GpZO

Gamers suggest ways to combat addiction

Gamers give accounts of their addictions as MPs investigate the issue of online addiction. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TjBa2I

Barclays fundraising 'about saving jobs'

Court hears ex-Barclays boss wanted to raise funds privately to save his own and the then chairman's jobs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2GZboKx

Morgan family sells control to venture capitalist group

The iconic British sports car maker Morgan is to be sold to an Italian venture capital group from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EPahuA

'The most powerful Italian sports car ever made'

Automobili Pininfarina's Battista "hypercar" is the fastest road legal car ever - and it's electric. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2C4TXnU

Does Help to Buy prop up housebuilders?

The government says it helps people on to the housing ladder. Critics say it just subsidises builders. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ThkRCz

Viagogo faces new court action from competition watchdog

The UK's competition watchdog is preparing to take legal action against ticket reseller Viagogo. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tQi19i

Jibo robot signals its own demise with a dance

Owners of the "social robot" Jibo say the device has been telling them its servers are soon to be switched off. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HgyADk

Mark Zuckerberg's wealth shrinks by $8.7bn on Forbes rich list

The Facebook founder drops three places in the Forbes rich list after his firm's shares fall. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ExYTC2

Sony offers refunds over Anthem game glitch

A "scary" crash has led many players to stop playing the Anthem game and ask for their money back. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2IRnrLO

Toyota warns a no-deal Brexit could hit future UK investment

Japan's biggest carmaker says Brexit "hurdles" could hit any new production at its UK factory. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HeFTeF

Mystery as Quadriga crypto-cash goes missing

Cyber-investigators are trying to find out what happened to millions in crypto-cash. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Twf1NV

Mystery as Quadriga crypto-cash goes missing

Cyber-investigators are trying to find out what happened to millions in crypto-cash. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Twf1NV

Toyota Europe boss in stark no-deal Brexit warning

Toyota Europe boss says a no-deal Brexit would make it hard for it to build cars at Burnaston. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UkJtb5

Saudi app used to track women 'not against' Google rules

A US congresswoman says Google told her the app, which can track women, was not in breach of its terms and conditions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ExBErB

If you die early, how will your children remember you?

Gaby Eirew has made it her mission to help parents leave precious video memories for children, in case they die young. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Ulj9xs

Apex Legends v Fortnite: The battle for battle royale

Battle Royale game Apex Legends reaches 50 million downloads in its first month - will it be a threat? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2tUlSSF

Debenhams in profit alert as sales continue to slide

The department store chain says it will not be able to meet forecasts it made just two months ago. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2H0ZmjS

Rent-to-own purchases to see charges capped

The cost of buying goods such as TVs and fridges on a rent-to-own basis will be controlled from April. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Xy4PUl

Council tax bills in England to rise an average of 4.5%

The Local Government Association said councils had "little choice" in order to protect services. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VzJ6JR

India beats UK and US on mobile data price

A survey of global mobile data prices reveals massive differences between countries. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UgBzz7

China economy: Beijing unveils $298bn tax cuts to boost growth

China's premier told its annual parliamentary session the country faces "a tough struggle". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XDW0IA

Carlos Ghosn: Ex-Nissan boss granted bail, say Japanese media

Carlos Ghosn has been given bail set at 1bn yen (£6.8m; $8.9m), say Japanese media reports. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ELDne9

Trump targets India and Turkey in trade crackdown

The US plans to scrap preferential status previously granted to exports from India and Turkey. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UgPjdb

Verify: Investigation slams government ID scheme