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The supermarket chain reports a second quarter in a row of falling sales. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PE0Hyp

Will robots take our factory jobs?

As manufacturing becomes more automated with more robots, factories need fewer people. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2V57FTh

Plan to secure internet of things with new law

The internet of things, from toys to web cameras, should be more secure, the proposed legislation says. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VBPrbi

Free cash machines vanishing at alarming rate, says Which?

More than 1,700 cash machines started charging a fee in the UK between January and March this year. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PHjjhc

What went wrong at Philip Green's Topshop empire?

The Arcadia Group has dominated the British High Street, but are its glory days coming to an end? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vuKWkj

'New-build homes not fire safe', BBC investigation finds

Some Persimmon and Bellway homes have potentially dangerous fire safety issues, the BBC has discovered. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PDyHuU

Apple iPhone sales drop at record pace

Smartphone revenue falls at its steepest-ever rate, but the technology giant is upbeat on the future. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Y3pkb1

Trump urges Fed to help economy 'go up like a rocket'

The US president wants the central bank to reduce interest rates by 1% to boost the economy. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vs6VYY

British Steel gets £100m government loan to pay carbon bill

The steelmaker asked for help after the EU froze UK companies out of its carbon credits scheme. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Y1NGSt

Facebook boss reveals changes in response to criticism

Mark Zuckerberg announced changes to Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook at a speech in San Francisco from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DFrLsv

How freelancers are changing the jobs market

The rise of freelance working is transforming the global job market. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PIO0Ta

Beyond Meat valued at nearly $1.5bn ahead of flotation

The US plant-based meat-maker, which is yet to make a profit, increases its share price ahead of its listing. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ISrKW6

Chase criticised for 'mocking' customers' spending habits

US politicians join in the criticism of Chase, highlighting pay disparity and its bailout in 2008. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IQlH4v

Family-friendly robot company Anki set to close

Anki, the company behind Cozmo and Vector, is facing financial difficulties. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Y1twIh

Drone owners to be charged annual fee under new proposals

Every drone and model aircraft owner could be charged £16.50 a year under plans by the regulator. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WjUudK

Samsung unveils TV that can switch to vertical mode

The TV can pivot from a horizontal to a vertical position, to better display smartphone content. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ISENqS

Ocado warehouse fire in Andover started by battery fault

At the height of the blaze, more than 300 firefighters worked to tackled the flames. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZIkh10

Music royalties reach record high but songwriters 'on minimum wage'

But there are claims that "a lot of songwriters are making less than minimum wage". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2vvW1kM

JLR to build new Land Rover Defender in Slovakia

Jaguar Land Rover will build its next-generation Land Rover Defender in Slovakia rather than the UK. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GEow4Y

When will you next buy a mobile phone?

Mobile phone sales worldwide are declining but is our love affair with them over? from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2PDPtKm

Vodafone found Huawei security flaws in Italy in 2009

Vulnerabilities in Italy could have given the Chinese firm access to people's home networks. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ZOSrAz

Vodafone found Huawei security flaws in Italy in 2009

Vulnerabilities in Italy could have given the Chinese firm access to people's home networks. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZOSrAz

Four Seasons Health Care facing administration

Four Seasons Health Care is expected to appoint administrators after struggling with its debts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ITM4Xg

TalkTalk service at bottom of Ofcom poll for third year running

It's the third year in a row that the broadband provider has come bottom of Ofcom's customer survey. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PCZVBZ

TalkTalk service at bottom of Ofcom poll for third year running

It's the third year in a row that the broadband provider has come bottom of Ofcom's customer survey. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2PCZVBZ

Trump sues Deutsche Bank and Capital One over Democrat subpoenas

The lawsuit aims to stop Deutsche Bank and Capital One from handing over his records to Congress. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XWHoDg

Huawei: US official warns 'no safe level' of involvement with tech giant

Intelligence sharing will be at risk if countries use the firm to build 5G networks, official says. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UJwKhr

Climate change: Electric car target 'needs to be sooner'

The government's plan to ban the sale of petrol and diesel cars by 2040 is too tame, its advisers will say. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2XTHj3o

KPMG fined £6m over ‘improper’ audit

The accountancy giant has been "severely reprimanded" for the way it audited an insurance company. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Lcr2Fl

Trade war: What you need to know about US-China talks

Talks appear to be reaching the final stretch though both sides remain divided on several key issues. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vuHl5H

A supermarket is being piloted which has not tills, forcing customers to pay by app.

A supermarket is being piloted in London which has not tills, forcing customers to pay by app. Emma Simpson reports. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PAXyj0

Debenhams closures: Four ways to use the empty stores

Across the UK, empty department stores are being turned into everything from housing to arts spaces. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IQFEYO

How tech is bringing Israelis and Palestinians together

Young people on either side of a decades-old conflict seldom meet, but tech is building bridges. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2vrILxN

Operators say government should lose oversight of rail

Long-distance routes should also be serviced by more than one company to spark competition, they said. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PD6ioK

Google owner Alphabet misses sales forecasts

Shares in the internet giant tumble nearly 7% after its sales growth falls short of forecasts. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VFF1aQ

WeWork office giant plans US share listing

The US firm which offers shared office space around the world is yet to make a profit. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XW9yyp

Google owner Alphabet misses sales forecasts

Shares in the internet giant tumble by nearly 5% after its revenue falls short of forecasts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VFF1aQ

Boeing safety system not at fault, says chief executive

Dennis Muilenburg says a safety mechanism was only one factor in two fatal Boeing plane crashes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vsjIui

Woodstock 50 anniversary festival cancelled, investor says

Rapper Jay-Z, singer Miley Cyrus and the Killers band were booked to play at Woodstock 50 in New York. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZIRcmi

US firm apologises for seeking 'preferably Caucasian' candidate

A US firm has apologised for a job ad that stated it would prefer white candidates. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Vr0wMr

Huawei: US official warns 'no safe level' of involvement with tech giant

Intelligence sharing will be at risk if countries use the firm to build 5G networks, official says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UJwKhr

Minecraft player loses five-year-long game

Phil Watson is "killed" by a zombie baby and a spider. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DCK2qk

Is the UK economy at a new moment of sea-change?

Forty years ago Mrs Thatcher came to power, is the UK economy at another historic moment of change? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZL7OcU

Labour's John McDonnell says UK economy requires 'revolution'

Shadow chancellor says people want change in a Newsnight series marking Mrs Thatcher's election. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IOGbL3

Mastercard and Visa agree to cut overseas card fees

The European Commission says the deal will lead to "lower prices for European retailers to do business". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vr3Vft

Apple defends removing parental control apps

Apple says some parental control apps were removed from the App Store because of security concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2PA9e5l

Quietly-spoken investor seeks change at Barclays

British-born but US-based investor Edward Bramson is seekng election to the bank's board on Thursday. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GPsc5b

Almost a third of graduates 'overeducated' for their job

The Office for National Statistics says 31% of graduates are overeducated for their job. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ULvt9I

Fraudster poses as actor online to dupe woman

Police warn online fraud is an "epidemic" after a woman is scammed by a man posing as Jason Statham. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UMIX51

Beijing defends Huawei amid row over role in UK's 5G network

The UK should make "independent" decisions about whether to work with the tech firm, China's ambassador says. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UFt545

Rape victims among those to be asked to hand phones to police

Prosecutions may not go ahead if police are not given access to emails, messages and photographs. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GOr7dT

'Bullying gets you nowhere, it closes people off'

April 28, 2019

Jenny Sealey MBE, CEO of Graeae Theatre Company, says too much bullying exists in business. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XTID6u

Fewer Brits choosing EU countries for holidays, travel firm says

April 28, 2019

Many people have "pressed pause" on their summer plans because of Brexit uncertainty, Thomas Cook says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2V2dIb2

Philip Hammond to decide on future of 1p and 2p coins

April 28, 2019

The results of a consultation into the mix of coins in circulation will be revealed this week. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GOzS7T

The plane-maker taking on Boeing and Airbus

Chinese-made planes have attracted criticism, but the crisis facing Boeing could spur interest. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IKWSHg

Jane Manchun Wong: The woman scooping Silicon Valley

Jane Wong is a technology blogger and app researcher who unlocks new features before they launch. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IMoNGQ

Cardiff Airport: Call to make jobs and freight main aims

With Flybe closing its base, Cardiff Airport bosses are urged to build up its business zone. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IMrrfK

Fracking commissioner resigns after six months

Natascha Engel says the government's approach to fracking has created a de facto ban on it. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XRkXzo

Beijing defends Huawei amid row over role in UK's 5G network

The UK should make "independent" decisions about whether to work with the tech firm, China's ambassador says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UFt545

Fitness trackers 'add miles to your marathon'

Tests by a consumer watchdog found that several brands were inaccurate in calculating running distance. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2XLYLXB

Does the Bank of England have a woman problem?

Why has the UK's central bank never had a female governor and could this be about to change? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IMrhok

Failed airline FlyBMI 'owed £37m' when it collapsed, say administrators

The airline collapsed in February, owing millions to suppliers and passengers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2J0tLib

737-Max hits American Airlines forecast

The US airline cut its profit forecast by $350m following 737-Max jet groundings. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2W7NoIZ

'Extremist' Google algorithms concern ex-police chief

Google insists that its search software is not used to promote contentious online material. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ZC7qh6

The chief financial officer of Debenhams says its 22 store closures is a retail reality.

The chief financial officer of Debenhams, Rachel Osborne, says its 22 store closures is a reality of the UK retail environment. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Py25m2

Protests over plan to change domain pricing

Costs to rent or renew some web domains could go up as net overseer proposes changes to pricing rules. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2IYkLtW

US economic growth stronger than expected

The world's largest economy grew at an annual pace of 3.2% in the first three months of the year. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VqwRmy

Ford in criminal probe over emissions

US authorities open a criminal investigation after Ford flagged up issues with its emission testing. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DA5z2C

Scooters hacked to play rude messages to riders

Audio files on some scooters have been swapped so riders are sworn at and propositioned by the vehicle. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WaCulY

Uber aims for $90bn stock market debut

The taxi-app giant gives details of plans to join the stock market with shares estimated at $44-50 each. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2J3FbSi

Lloyds' blunder leads to customer payments

Nearly 200,000 current and former customers are receiving a share of repayments, thought to total about £6m. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2L5wHwV

Apple recalls plugs in UK, Hong Kong and Singapore

Risk of electric shock from broken plugs forced recall from Apple. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2IKJtyF

ASOS bulldog clipped dress causes a fuss online

Fashion retailer ASOS was caught out by a sharp-eyed shopper who noticed the bulldog clips left on the dress. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZC8VMc

Debenhams names 22 stores to close

The retailer says the stores will close next year and 1,200 staff will be affected. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PE3dVD

SAS pilot walkout leaves thousands stranded

The airline cancels 673 flights affecting more than 72,000 passengers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PyoBLW

P&O sues UK government over no-deal Brexit ferry case

The ferry firm is claiming a rival was unlawfully handed £33m of taxpayers' money. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VvGUqc

Xi Jinping vows transparency over Belt and Road

China's massive infrastructure programme has been criticised for saddling recipient countries with debt. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IXtLQ0

RBS warns of impact of Brexit uncertainty as profits fall

The bank says uncertainty over Britain's exit from the EU could "make income growth more challenging". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UYAjFw

Two degrees now needed to get higher pay

The salary advantage for young people getting a degree is twice as big for postgraduates. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IVpuwI

Port Talbot explosion: Two hurt at Tata steelworks

The blast came from a train used to carry molten metal at the Port Talbot site. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vmDpDM

Tracking the toxic air that's killing millions

Artificial intelligence is giving us more accurate air pollution forecasts, potentially saving lives. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ZzcPFx

Tracking the toxic air that's killing millions

Artificial intelligence is giving us more accurate air pollution forecasts, potentially saving lives. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZzcPFx

How the painkiller became a million dollar idea

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how the painkiller became a million dollar idea. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XIG8ne

How a missed council tax bill of £167 can cost £2,065

Citizens Advice calls for a change in the rules that mean a full year's bill is levied after a missed payment. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UWa3vw

Amazon posts fourth quarter of record profit

The online retailer and cloud computing provider said net profit more than doubled to $3.56bn from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IWPZSw

Jockey Club braces itself for 'financial challenges'

The Jockey Club is braced for gambling regulations despite a tenth year of record profits. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XHGfiT

Crossrail to be finished without Bond Street 'by March 2021'

The new £17.6bn railway across London had been due to open in December. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2V19h0l

Huawei row: 'Inquiry to be held' into National Security Council leak

Cabinet sources tell the BBC a formal inquiry will be held into leak from National Security Council. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2IVMeMR

Sri Lanka travel: what should you do?

The UK is advising against all but essential travel to Sri Lanka. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vnYuOu

Patrick Shanahan, acting US defence secretary, 'did not favour' Boeing

Acting defence chief Patrick Shanahan is cleared of trying to promote his former employer. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DJRy2P

Microsoft hits $1 trillion market valuation

The firm is one of only three to have achieved the milestone, the others being Apple and Amazon. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GIvlEc

Microsoft hits $1 trillion market valuation

The firm is one of only three to have achieved the milestone, the others being Apple and Amazon. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GIvlEc

Russia's Facebook is now balanced, as all things should be

Social media website VKontakte temporarily removes 400,000 users by mimicking Avengers: Infinity War. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UXjkmK

Airlander 10: £1m grant for craft to go 'all-electric'

The firm behind Airlander 10 says "zero-carbon" aviation is now one "step closer". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UBI4fj

US Uber drivers plan 12-hour shutdown over pay and conditions

The drivers' protest coincides with the ride-hailing firm's debut on the stock market. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UEmsyT

Huawei 5G row: Government 'cannot exclude' criminal investigation

A cabinet minister condemns the leaks from a National Security Council meeting about a UK 5G network. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Pt7Dyi

Betting giants pledge sports ad bans

Coral Ladbrokes and William Hill say they will change their advertising to help fight problem gambling. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IH3c2n

Failed Zozosuit hits company profits

A failed experiment with a body-measuring suit has eaten away at fashion retailer Zozo's profits. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UDXPCD

Norwegian says Boeing Max grounding could cost £45m

The budget airline says the grounding of its Boeing 737 Max planes will hit profits this year. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XGHKxV

Hull telecoms company KCOM set for £500m takeover

Shares in the Hull company, which have struggled in recent years, jumped on news of the proposed deal. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GFSlU3

Sainsbury's-Asda merger 'would have harmed competition'.

The competition watchdog blocks the Sainsbury's-Asda merger, warning it would leave consumers worse off. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VnxSLR

Deutsche Bank and Commerzbank abandon merger talks

Deutsche Bank says the benefits of a merger with Commerzbank would not have offset the costs. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VsGjFR

Extinction Rebellion: Climate activists block London Stock Exchange

Protesters have glued themselves to each other and to the building in the City of London. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Dxabqz

RBS chief executive Ross McEwan resigns

Mr McEwan said he had "delivered the strategy" promised when he took over five and a half years ago. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Dz80CN

Sainsbury's-Asda merger blocked by regulator

A merger between the supermarkets would be bad for consumers, says UK competition watchdog. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GGlBu1

Belt and Road: China pushes Belt and Road to world leaders

The leaders' summit comes as China faces growing criticism over its massive infrastructure programme. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vmBK1c

Ghosn: Tokyo court grants $4.5m bail to former Nissan boss

Carlos Ghosn, who faces financial misconduct charges in Japan, is set be released from custody on bail. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UWaMMU

Premier League wage bill surges to £2.9bn

Having five teams doing well in the Champions League helped push clubs' total revenue up to £4.8bn. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DxKFS1

What the Airbnb surge means for UK cities

Data analysed by the BBC reveals rocketing number of listings amid debate over the effect on communities. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2W4akc5

Aldi accused of copying pram shade

Entrepreneur Cara Sayer says the supermarket chain has copied her product, a claim it denies. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DvZSmA

Tesla reports $702m quarterly loss

The US electric car and battery maker said it would return to profit in the third quarter. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Gyo7RF

Facebook to set aside $3bn over investigation

The social media giant said sales for the first three months of the year leapt 26% to $15.08bn from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Gv25PU

Neo-Nazi's Facebook account left active

The social network says it is investigating why the profile was not removed - as it had promised. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2URgwaZ

McDonald's plastic straw petition: Call to ditch paper straws

Petition started for McDonald's to stop their paper straw roll-out "as they dissolve in drinks". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ISfOD3

Huawei row: Ministers call for investigation into leaking

Government ministers are calling for a "full and proper" investigation after discussions were leaked. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GEVzao

Dick Barnes, pioneer behind oldest working computer, dies

Dick Barnes co-designed the machine used by engineers who built the world's first commercial nuclear reactor. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2IE68N8

Easyjet bans nuts on all flights to protect passengers

Airline to stop passengers eating nuts on flights if other passengers suffer an allergy. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vlgAQY

Hate speech: Facebook, Twitter and YouTube told off by MPs

Facebook, Twitter and YouTube are accused of not doing their jobs as they face questions from MPs. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GEjzdJ

Boeing uncertain how 737 crashes will hit profits

Boeing still does not know how the crisis over the safety of its 737 Max jets will hit its financial performance. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ISuWjV

Huawei: Why UK is at odds with its cyber-allies

The US has been pressing other nations to ban use of the Chinese firm's 5G kit on security grounds. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2IOYChT

Ban standing on long distance trains, says Virgin

The train operator calls for reservation-only seating, in proposals to the government's rail review. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UUEUIM

Microsoft Paint: Fans rejoice as art app saved 'for now'

After suggestions Paint could be removed from Windows, Microsoft says it's staying - "for now". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2W2L9qj

Government borrowing lowest for 17 years

Full-year borrowing was still higher than the government's independent forecaster expected. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UQQvZa

Huawei row: UK to let Chinese firm help build 5G network

Reports suggest the UK will allow the Chinese company to provide equipment for a 5G data network. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZxWeSi

Donald Trump meets Twitter's Jack Dorsey at White House

Twitter says CEO Jack Dorsey spoke with the president about "the health of public conversation". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DpnlFZ

Huawei row: UK to let Chinese firm help build 5G network

Reports suggest the UK will allow the Chinese company to provide equipment for a 5G data network. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ZxWeSi

Wanted: New Bank of England boss

The government launches the search for a new governor of the Bank of England to take over from Mark Carney. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IQCcwF

Jacinda Ardern leads effort to curb online extremism

New Zealand and France will host a summit aimed at curbing the use of social media to promote terrorism. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GDS83V

Jacinda Ardern leads effort to curb online extremism

New Zealand and France will host a summit aimed at curbing the use of social media to promote terrorism. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GDS83V

Netherlands 'hosts most child sex abuse images'

About half of such images reported to the Internet Watch Foundation in 2018 were hosted in the Netherlands. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2IXifo5

Jailed French executive who felt force of US bribery law

The jail ordeal of ex-Alstom executive Frédéric Pierucci is a warning for firms with a history of corruption. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Ppt57n

Labour pledges to end 'slum' office housing

It says current planning rules allow developers in England to convert offices into "rabbit hutch" homes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XyzO1u

How 'digital twins' make a factory more efficient

The "digital twin" system allows the robots of the Siemens factory in Bad Neustadt to work more efficiently. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Ld1h7Z

Reduced opening hours announced at 93 TSB branches

The bank has announced 71 Scottish branches and 22 in England will be affected by the changes from July. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XDCZ8s

Google 'retaliating against harassment protest organisers'

Organisers of walkouts in protest at Google's treatment of women say they are facing backlash at work. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DuArBX

Trump backs Harley Davidson on EU trade tariffs

The US president vows to reciprocate against "unfair" EU duties on motorbikes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UuConq

Google Wing drones approved for US home deliveries

Drone home delivery company Wing will start deliveries in rural Virginia "within months". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GsMQqG

Google 'retaliating against harassment protest organisers'

Organisers of walkouts in protest at Google's treatment of women say they are facing backlash at work. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DuArBX

Election interference is 'online harm', MPs hear

The UK's information commissioner has strong words on the need for reform of political ads online. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GDbLJj

Cathay Pacific to crack down on 'pilferage'

Mini tubs of Haagen Dazs, champagne and cutlery are going missing from the airline's planes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IY145R

Twitter sees more users and rising revenues

The social media platform reports better-than-expected results as it plans to minimise "outrage". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Gu4eLw

Apple AI accused of leading to man's wrongful arrest

A man is suing Apple after claiming its in-store AI led to his arrest. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UA7zOi

Twitter reports rising users and revenues

The social media platform reports better-than-expected results as it plans to minimise "outrage". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Gu4eLw

Sri Lanka attacks: The ban on social media

Is the ban a sign of things to come for social media firms unable to halt the spread of misinformation? from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2vk3yTK

Prosecutors threaten trial walk-outs in CPS pay row

Lawyers complain about low fees for prosecution work, with 95% saying they would support a walk-out. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IAdGjZ

Tesla's Elon Musk expects 'robotaxis' to start in US next year

The electric carmaker entrepreneur makes a new promise on driverless vehicles. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2XyCrR9

Tesla's Elon Musk expects 'robotaxis' to start in US next year

The electric carmaker entrepreneur makes a new promise on driverless vehicles. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XyCrR9

US vegan food-maker Beyond Meat eyes $1bn valuation

Beyond Meat says it wants to tap into the growing popularity of veganism. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ID43AX

Vodafone named 'worst' mobile network

Annual study of more than 6,000 mobile customers names most and least popular UK network providers. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2XBYKp6

Crossrail boss 'urged to quit' over handling of delays

A damning report says the project to build a new railway under London had an "overly optimistic" culture. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XxOJsU

Which? survey reveals customers' least favourite mobile network

Annual study of more than 6,000 mobile customers names most and least popular UK network providers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XBYKp6

More than half of British firms 'report cyber-attacks in 2019'

Three quarters of businesses are also under-prepared for breaches, research suggests. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GBpY9H

'I feel refreshed': Brits embrace multiple careers

More than 320,500 self-employed people in Britain are working two or more jobs, new analysis suggests. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IDQJMS

Herman Cain withdraws bid for Federal Reserve seat

President Trump tweeted that he would respect Mr Cain's wishes and not pursue the nomination. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IQhoVR

No-coal power record broken over Easter bank holiday

Britain breaks record for continuous period without coal power generation over the Easter bank holiday. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XzZUkR

'Dark kitchens': Are they the future of takeaways?

We take a look inside a hidden-away kitchen that makes takeaways customers can only access via an app. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PoO0aG

US to end sanctions waivers for major Iranian oil importers

China, India, Japan, South Korea and Turkey will no longer be exempt from economic penalties. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2W0PpGL

Tesla says investigating car explosion in Shanghai

A video circulating on Chinese social media appears to show a parked Tesla car erupting into flames. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Do8xHy

Asos billionaire loses three children in Sri Lanka attacks

Danish billionaire Anders Holch Povlsen and his family were visiting Sri Lanka, where three of his four children died. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2XDpW6Z

Samsung Galaxy Fold launch events delayed in China

Two events are postponed following reports of broken screens from smartphone reviewers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UsJbOB

Samsung Galaxy Fold launch events delayed in China

Two events are postponed following reports of broken screens from smartphone reviewers. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UsJbOB

TED 2019: How to kill a zombie rumour and fix Facebook

How to fix a "broken internet" has been a central question at TED 2019. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2vhK2HE

Asos billionaire loses three children in Sri Lanka attacks

Danish billionaire Anders Holch Povlsen and his family were visiting Sri Lanka, where three of his four children died. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XDpW6Z

Carlos Ghosn: Former Nissan boss hit with fresh charge

Carlos Ghosn, who denies any wrongdoing, now faces four charges in Japan over misconduct allegations. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2INjPsm

Tesla says investigating car explosion in Shanghai

A video circulating on Chinese social media appears to show a parked Tesla car erupting into flames. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Do8xHy

An alternative way to capture childhood on your phone

A simple, but evocative, way to record your children's development without using a camera. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2IHAC05

Unbanked 'pay £500 extra a year' for bills and services

People without a bank account pay more for energy, loans and mobile phone deals, research suggests. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2L2zuae

Seventy-six pubs 'shutting per month', but closure rate slowing

But the rate of closure is slowing because of cuts to business rates, new research suggests. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Gv9DSr

Thomas Cook reportedly receives bids for firm

It put its airline up for sale in February, but suitors have also expressed interest in the whole company. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PqJBUM

Millions using 123456 as password, security study finds

A list of all-too-predictable choices for breached accounts includes 123456 and "Liverpool". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GxCEOP

Without pot washers, restaurant kitchens would grind to a halt.

You might never see them, but restaurant kitchens would grind to a halt without pot washers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Ix6WUe

Millions using 123456 as password, security study finds

April 20, 2019

A list of all-too-predictable choices for breached accounts includes 123456 and "Liverpool". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GxCEOP

TED 2019: The start-ups launching in space

Space is getting busy thanks to a new era of commercialisation. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GwOLeU

HMRC: Beware of tax rebate text message scams

Fraudsters send fake messages during the tax rebate period, the government warns. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PgwvsU

Hacking 'hero' Marcus Hutchins pleads guilty to US malware charges

Marcus Hutchins said he regrets his actions and accepts "full responsibility for my mistakes". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VTG43L

Stagecoach calls for inquiry after rail bid document leak

The firm wants an investigation into how rail franchise bid documents were sent to a rival. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Dny6IS

National Enquirer sold to US magazine distributor

The tabloid has been embroiled in recent high-profile scandals involving Donald Trump and Jeff Bezos. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IGmjsE

Electric truck maker Rivian says the company is more than just hype

Electric truck maker Rivian attracts attention on social media, from investors and even celebrities. But at the New York Auto Show the boss says the firm's about more than hype. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Dn1gYz

Pet insurance payouts hit record of £785m

The rising cost and sophistication of veterinary treatments is pushing up the size of claims. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XqIebj

Robot news presenter causes a stir on Russian TV

The humanoid, named Alex, causes a stir as he makes his debut on state news channel Rossiya 24. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2XpVLQy

Pinterest shares soar in stock market debut

Shares surge in the online scrapbook company as it floats on the New York Stock Exchange. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DliW6Z

Debenhams boss Sergio Bucher steps down

He says it is "time to move on" following the takeover of the struggling retailer by its lenders. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2KQ5Jcz

ConocoPhillips sells off UK North Sea assets for £2bn

The oil and gas giant sells its North Sea assets to private equity-based Chrysaor for £2bn. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XpVEEj

Facebook bans UK far right groups and leaders

A dozen named groups and individuals will be purged from the social network, it said. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2IGMsYa

Facebook scraped email contacts of 1.5 million users

The social network was grabbing email contacts of some new uses for almost three years, it says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Gj73in

Retail sales boosted by mild March weather

The stronger-than-expected figures showed sales grew at the fastest annual pace since October 2016. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZiFlLr

Facebook scraped email contacts of 1.5 million users

The social network was grabbing email contacts of some new uses for almost three years, it says. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Gj73in

Jet Airways: Taking the last flight of India's stricken airline

The prominent Indian airline has run out of cash and suspended all its flights. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2KO2zpL

Amazon plans to shut online store in China

The partial retreat from China comes as the US tech giant battles tough competition from local rivals. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Xg7LUu

HS2 buys residential properties and land worth £600m

Figures show HS2 has bought over 900 properties that could be affected by the high-speed rail route. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VTCrea

Pinterest valued at $10bn ahead of float

The online scrapbook firm will sell its shares at $19 when it lists on the New York Stock Exchange. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2v7PoFj

'I will fight tooth and nail to make sure I still work'

Two women share their stories of juggling senior jobs and being home carers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XngQL8

TED 2019: The online campaign that ended a beard ban

The woman aiming to build "a labour movement for the 21st Century" shares her plan at TED. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2PjaEBo

'Crossrail could be delayed until 2021'

The start date for London's new Elizabeth Line, could be pushed back again, sources tell the BBC. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VSgfAQ

Competition watchdog recommends accountancy market overhaul

But the Competition and Markets Authority stops short of saying accountancy firms should be broken up. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DuD72v

JP Morgan: Is Wall Street's first female boss a step closer?

JP Morgan promotes finance chief Marianne Lake, making her a possible successor to Jamie Dimon. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PgLaEo

Samsung's folding phone breaks for reviewers

Several outlets reviewing Samsung's ground-breaking new folding smartphone have reported major problems with its screen. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UtbU5W

Ivanka Trump 'declined father's suggestion' of World Bank job

She says her father suggested the role to her, but she told him she was happy in her work. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Pibfmy

Nordea boss says climate protests are 'just the beginning'

Bank boss says climate change protestors do not feel they have many other "tools" at their disposal. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XikshJ

Climate change: Central banks warn of financial risks in open letter

The heads of two major central banks warn firms they may "fail to exist" if they ignore threats. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IqtsOw

TED 2019: Prize to online classes project causes controversy

Plans to give millions of dollars to a program for online learning for pre-schoolers has been criticised. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UkBuda

Assassin's Creed's maker pledges aid to help Notre-Dame

Ubisoft is to donate money and offer use of its digital reconstruction of the cathedral. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DtLbR5

Xbox One with no discs: 'The way forward' or 'bad timing'?

Gamers give their verdict as Microsoft announces an "all-digital edition" of the console. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UFMzdW

Government in email privacy blunder

A department responsible for data protection shares the personal details of hundreds of journalists. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2vf9Yn3

Netflix to trial showing top 10 lists to UK users

Streaming company Netflix is to trial showing UK users its most-watched shows over a weekly period. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2v9YoKg

Netflix to trial showing top 10 lists to UK users

Streaming company Netflix is to trial showing UK users its most-watched shows over a weekly period. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2v9YoKg

Jet Airways extends flight suspensions until next week

The Indian airline will suspend international flights to 22 April while it seeks fresh financing. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IrlwME

Google to police new app developers more closely

Apps from unfamiliar developers will be scrutinised more deeply before they go on the Play Store. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GrGZCZ

Helium balloons 'cause increasing number of train delays'

Network Rail says helium balloons are causing delays by getting caught in overhead cables. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Giix5Z

UK to introduce porn age-checks in July

Sites that fail to comply will face fines or risk being blocked by internet service providers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2KLSZ6v

UK to introduce porn age-checks in July

Sites that fail to comply will face fines or risk being blocked by internet service providers. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2KLSZ6v

EU proposes tariffs on £15bn of US products in Boeing row

The EU makes it latest move in a long-running dispute with the US over aircraft subsidies. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZiQGeA

UK inflation remains at 1.9%

UK inflation remains at 1.9% for March, Office for National Statistics says from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ICKg48

Juventus shares slump after Champions League defeat

Shares tumble after Juventus is knocked out of the Champions League by Dutch club Ajax Amsterdam. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Pf7e2z

Technology to keep dementia patients out of hospital

Radar technology and tiny brain-monitors are just some of the devices being tested by a new research centre. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ICnSaS

Vodafone 'gigafast' ad banned after Virgin Media complaint

The promotion described broadband packages as being "gigafast" that did not offer 1Gbps speeds. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2v98pXS

TikTok: Apple and Google block video sharing app in India

The removal comes after a court called for a ban on the video app over concerns of risk to children. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VOprGH

China economy: First quarter growth beats expectations at 6.4%

Data indicates Beijing's efforts to arrest a slowdown in the world's second-largest economy may be working. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2v7AYFd

Mastercard faces £14bn compensation claim

A claim alleging 46 million people were overcharged in shops due to high card fees has been revived. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ICEnUy

The robot that tidies up bedrooms

Robots are good at repetitive tasks but struggle with new objects. Can they be trained to overcome that? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IqjJra

What do drones and GPS owe to a 1744 shipwreck?

When HMS Victory sank, she took with her an early prototype of the gyroscope, crucial to modern technology. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VKIJg4

Vodafone 'gigafast' ad banned after Virgin Media complaint

The promotion described broadband packages as being "gigafast" that did not offer 1Gbps speeds. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2v98pXS

TED 2019: The $50 lab burger transforming food

TED fellow Bruce Friedrich tells the TED conference about his vision for the future of food. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Phvyk7

Warning over holiday deposit rules

A company cannot automatically keep a large deposit if the customer cancels owing to unavoidable circumstances. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IBVK7K

Netflix warns price rises to hit subscriber growth

The streaming service expects new subscriber growth to slow between April and June. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UJBUib

Apple and Qualcomm settle billion-dollar lawsuit

The surprise settlement brings a long-running legal battle between the two tech firms to an end. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DinUkR

Apple and Qualcomm settle billion-dollar lawsuit

The surprise settlement brings a long-running legal battle between the two tech firms to an end. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DinUkR

TED 2019: Twitter boss offers to demote likes and follows

Jack Dorsey has been talking at TED about the changes the platform is considering. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GmiwxR

PlayStation 5: Sony reveals first details of next-gen console

Sony's next-gen console, which will replace the PS4, will be much faster and include improved audio. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2XjcjJY

Why jobs are dominating the Indian election

By some estimates India needs to create eight to ten million jobs each year to tackle rising unemployment. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Iru1HI

Game of Thrones: Now TV glitch hits Apple TV owners

Sky's Now TV app failed to load for some viewers while displaying a degraded version of the from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2IrexDA

EU law to fix minimum rights for 'gig economy' workers

Casual and "on-demand" workers are set to get better protections under EU law. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Gpq2ZY

Facebook challenged to give TED talk on political ads

Journalist Carole Cadwalladr challenges Mark Zuckerberg to address TED about "election fraud". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Xgdk5y

Epilepsy charity calls for social media seizure warnings

People with epilepsy are being exposed to flashing images, some deliberately, says a charity. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2v4uPJZ

EU votes on 'high-level' protection for whistleblowers

The proposed law protects whistleblowers from dismissal, demotion and other forms of punishment. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GrhPoi

Swedish Social Democrats' Twitter account hacked

Messages posted on the hijacked account included anti-immigration rhetoric. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Ilflda

Unemployment across UK shows slight fall

Unemployment fell by 27,000 in the three months to February to 1.34 million. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UZFkNf

Galliford Try shares drop on profit warning

Construction firm warns of "reduced profits" as it sets about shrinking the scale of its business. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2v7GaZK

Amazon 'flooded by fake five-star reviews' - Which? report

Top-rated reviews on popular items are dominated by unknown brands, consumer group Which? finds. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2PcDxyM

US Speaker Nancy Pelosi warns against weakening peace deal

The US Speaker was speaking ahead of her trip to Ireland later on Tuesday. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Ze5awk

JD Sports rewarded for focus on millennials

The sportswear retailer bucks the retail gloom as revenues and profits rise. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PdjjF6

VW boss 'not aware' of China's detention camps

VW chief executive Herbert Diess told the BBC he is "not aware" of reports of detention camps in China. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UFdR3R

How can you stop your kids viewing harmful web content?

Is content filtering tech the answer or is education and discussion the key to keeping kids safe? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PdW3af

Amazon 'flooded by fake five-star reviews' - Which? report

Top-rated reviews on popular items are dominated by unknown brands, consumer group Which? finds. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PcDxyM

Hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy Fold

The BBC's Chris Fox tries Samsung's folding smartphone to find out what it can do. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2v6CKq1

Jet Airways fails to secure emergency funding

The troubled Indian airline has only seven operational aircraft left. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ParMZY

EU approves new trade talks with US

Disagreements overshadow the approval by European Union countries of fresh trade talks with the US. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Gd1WjU

Article 13: UK helps push through new EU copyright rules

The UK supports a final vote in favour of new online copyright rules, but some EU nations objected. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2IwPVsl

Lyft removes faulty bikes from three US cities

Riders report that brakes were being jammed on sharply on some motor-assisted bike journeys, said Lyft. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Ul3vBc

Former VW boss charged over diesel emissions scandal

Martin Winterkorn has been charged with fraud over the diesel emissions scandal. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GfdG5k

Apple and Qualcomm square off in US court

The row is about how much phone makers should pay for the chips essential to modern smartphones. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Xfpifz

Jack Ma defends the 'blessing' of a 12-hour working day

Alibaba's billionaire founder sparked intense debate after pressing for a 9am to 9pm working day and a six-day week. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VL1AaN

Jack Ma defends the 'blessing' of a 12-hour working day

Alibaba's billionaire founder sparked intense debate after pressing for a 9am to 9pm working day and a six-day week. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VL1AaN

Under-18s face 'like' and 'streaks' bans on social media

The UK's data watchdog proposes restrictions on Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat among others. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Gd3Wsl

Under-18s face 'like' and 'streaks' bans on social media

The UK's data watchdog proposes restrictions on Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat among others. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Gd3Wsl

TED 2019: 10 years of 'ideas worth spreading'

TED talks have become synonymous with cutting-edge ideas and are watched by millions. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2XegMNT

How social media is changing comedy

Social media changed many aspects of modern life, but how has it impacted traditional stand-up comedy? from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2KBPfVd

What does the world's largest single-building airport terminal look like?

Beijing's new Daxing airport will have the world’s largest terminal housed in a single building, officials claim. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VG616C

No-fault evictions to be banned in England

A major shake-up of the rental sector in England would effectively create open-ended tenancies. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2KEHazd

'Customers bring some of the best ideas'

Firms can have fixed ideas about what works but its better to listen to customers, says Sarah Friar. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2X8D8jO

'We made more than five billion teabags last year'

How Bettys & Taylors went from running teashops to selling tea around the globe. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Uk426y

TSB pledges to refund fraud victims

The "fraud refund guarantee" covers customers tricked into authorising payments to fraudsters. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XdYXyG

'No splurge' shopper attitude continues in March

Despite higher shopper numbers in March, consumers are not spending more, a survey suggests. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IhXJyN

Guinness maker Diageo removes plastic from multipacks

Cans of the famous Irish stout will now come in recyclable cardboard packs. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2X6X0DO

American Airlines extends Boeing 737 Max flight cancellations

The airline is grounding its fleet until 19 August while Boeing develops a software upgrade. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Dboil0

Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp suffer outages

Users said the sites, and messaging service WhatsApp, were unavailable for more than three hours. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2PbH946

Debenhams boss Sergio Bucher 'expected to step down'

"Sergio [Bucher] thinks now would be the right moment to move on," a source close to him tells the BBC. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UiWxwK

Gatwick drone attack possible inside job, say police

The drone operator was monitoring activities at the airport during the attack, officials believe. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2v2wZJY

Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp suffer outages

Users said the sites, and messaging service WhatsApp, were unavailable for more than three hours. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PbH946

Train delays because of UK cable thefts soar, says Network Rail

There were more than 900 hours of delays across thousands of journeys in England, Wales and Scotland. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GaSfT3

Stratolaunch: 'World's largest plane' lifts off for the first time

The plane, developed by Stratolaunch, is designed as an airborne launch pad for satellites. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2X8vcyX

Sex attacks involving dating apps on the rise - police figures

Police figures suggest sex assaults in which victims meet attackers on online dating sites is rising. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GbseDe

Could Harry and Meghan’s child pay US taxes?

The new Royal Family member will take on its mother's US citizenship and need to file US tax returns. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Dg5qS6

The rise of 'presenteeism' in the workplace

Studies show an increase in people turning up to work despite not feeling well enough to do so. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XgqOhH

Brexit: British Steel seeks £100m government loan to meet EU rules

April 13, 2019

The steelmaker is asking for help after the EU froze UK companies out of its carbon credits scheme. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IeZsVu

Thames Water outlines 'nationalisation refund' if Labour enacts policy

April 13, 2019

Investors will be able to demand money back if Labour takes firms into public ownership, documents say. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IugC0P

Is Uber really worth $100bn?

The ride-sharing firm is yet to make a profit, but it may attract a sky-high valuation when it floats. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IzUYbD

Why a timely nudge might help us save money

Why an experiment in rural India may help us rekindle a savings habit, despite the squeeze in wages. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IsM67r

Liverpool student 'drop-out' jailed for dark web Silk Road

Investigators believe Thomas White traded around £70m worth of goods online on his Silk Road site. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2IhM4zT

Hammond: European elections a pointless exercise for UK

Philip Hammond told the BBC that getting a deal done soon would release the "bandwidth" needed to take key economic decisions facing the country. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DasdOZ

You cheated not only the game, but you became a meme

A Twitter user's exaggerated statement becomes so viral Sega joins in the fun with a creative video. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2U9TPcR

Nando's and Wetherspoons win Preston local business awards

Local business awards are given to two national chains after the choice is put to a public vote. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GhH7ot

Hammond: Brexit deadlock leaves little room for key issues

The UK chancellor says getting a deal done soon will release "bandwidth" needed for key economic decisions. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZbfNA3

Internet Archive denies hosting 'terrorist' content

Europol has sent 550 "false" demands to the site asking for "propaganda" to be removed immediately. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GikOiB

Bounty pregnancy club fined £400,000 over data handling

The club shared the personal data of more than 14 million people without proper consent. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2X4YQ8o

Wikileaks: Document dumps that shook the world

Since 2006, Wikileaks has published thousands of classified documents and emails. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GmHi2d

Bounty pregnancy club fined £400,000 over data handling

The club did not tell people that data they shared would be sold on to marketing firms and others. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2X4YQ8o

World Snooker Championship: Mark Williams left off official video game cover

Snooker fans wonder where the world champion could be on the official video game's jacket. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Uf47Zh

Jumia: 'Africa's Amazon' in landmark stock market listing

Jumia is worth $1bn-plus and will be the first African tech start-up listed on the New York stock market. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GinInp

Fashion chain LK Bennett rescued

The business is bought by its Chinese partner, but 15 shops will close with the loss of 110 jobs. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UPI8w9

Police detectors to warn mobile phone-using drivers

Two police forces will use detectors in a bid to deter drivers using mobile phones at the wheel. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UxskPw

Upskirting now a crime after woman's campaign

A woman campaigned after a man photographed her at a festival, leading to a law change in England and Wales. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Z66MI9

Jet Airways cancels international flights as crisis deepens

It comes after the struggling Indian airline grounded 10 more planes over unpaid fees to leasing firms. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2KqEZiq

MP lodges bill to 'boost status' of Scottish banknotes in UK

Alistair Carmichael wants to change the law to "oblige" all UK businesses to accept Scottish banknotes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DaB0Az

Would you sort your rubbish into seven different bags?

A city with impressive recycling credentials has a unique waste system involving seven coloured bags. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2P3sUOV

How Tetris became a million dollar idea

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

How does it feel to be watched at work all the time?

Many more firms are monitoring and analysing employee communications and behaviour. Does it work? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2X5Zans

Online grocery shopping growth slowing, says Mintel

Last year saw a fall in the number of people who bought groceries online, say analysts Mintel. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DbEDWT

Businesses plead for Brexit clarity

For companies that have been preparing for a sudden exit, Thursday's extension was no more than a temporary reprieve. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VAiWHm

Ethnic minorities facing insecure work, says TUC

The TUC says one in 13 ethnic minority workers is either on zero-hours or a temporary work contract. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DakCQC

Uber warns it may not make a profit in IPO documents

The US ride-sharing has filed its plan to float, showing losses have narrowed but expenses will rise. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UOgJdZ

New World Bank boss David Malpass will work with China

David Malpass, the World Bank's new president, pledges to evolve its relationship with China. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G9J4lA

IMF boss says Brexit delay will 'hinder' UK growth

Christine Lagarde says prolonged uncertainty will have a "negative impact" on the UK economy. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Ioh4NU

Pensioners to protest at HSBC's annual meeting

Members of the bank's pension scheme are campaigning against cuts to their retirement payout. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GgxfLQ

IMF boss: Prolonged Brexit uncertainty would have negative impact on economy

Christine Lagarde tells the BBC that the delay to Brexit means businesses and investors will remain hesitant in the coming months. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Z4DI3V

The Redditor who accidentally spent a year talking to himself

A Reddit user spent a year wondering why nobody noticed his comments - before finding out he was muted. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2KsfdKU

Logan Paul 'unwise' to do Alex Jones YouTube interview

Campaigners criticise Logan Paul for talking to conspiracy theorist Alex Jones on platform that banned him. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2G92aIE

Smart speaker recordings reviewed by humans

Staff at Amazon, Apple and Google listen to customer voice recordings, the companies confirm. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2X3Mxt2

US lawmakers to probe algorithm bias

Computer code would have to be free of bias before being widely deployed by big tech firms. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Uxnq55

Smart speaker recordings reviewed by humans

Staff at Amazon, Apple and Google listen to customer voice recordings, the companies confirm. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2X3Mxt2

Murdoch wins preliminary backing to merge his Times titles

Rupert Murdoch newspapers the Times and the Sunday Times should to be allowed to merge, the government rules. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VKGDMU

New energy companies face tougher tests to reduce failures

Regulator Ofgem is to introduce more stringent tests for new entrants following a string of collapses. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Z3T60t

Brexit: CBI boss says agree deal or hold second referendum

John Allan says if MPs cannot agree a deal then there should be a second referendum. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DaP64O

Ted Baker 'refresh' after forced hugging row

The fashion chain has concluded its investigation into harassment allegations that forced out boss. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VBiTe9

Interserve outsource firm accounts investigated

The Financial Reporting Council will scrutinise three years of audits of Interserve by Grant Thornton. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Z4DjOY

Philip Green brings in new blood as he prepares to swing axe

Sir Philip Green appoints restructuring experts at his retail empire as he prepares a major overhaul. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G9sJxx

Pri-mania as world's largest Primark opens in Birmingham

Could Birmingham's super-sized Primark change the way young people feel about department stores? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GehhSD

The families who took on a housing giant

How a group of homeowners in Scotland won a fight to have their "crumbling" new-build homes repaired. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GfjcGv

Why India is one of world's most protectionist countries

As elections begin, India's high trade barriers are in the spotlight. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IorMnO

Rail firms face £7.5bn pensions gap, says regulator

The issue has already led the Department for Transport to bar Stagecoach from bidding for franchises. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UstbAR

MPs demand regulator to crack down on bailiffs

A committee of MPs says a regulator should be appointed to crack down on bailiffs from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G8MsgP

JetBlue to launch flights to London

The US airline says its first transatlantic services will link London with Boston and New York from 2021. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2uUipEq

Airbnb reverses ban on West Bank settlement listings

The decision follows legal proceedings against the US company on grounds of discrimination. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GdlWE3

Tata steel unions 'unconvinced' by merger

There is concern about the future of the Trostre steel plant near Llanelli, which could be sold. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Icqvkr

Anger over queue for Avengers: Endgame tickets

Over 72,000 people queue online for hours to get tickets for Avengers: Endgame in Singapore. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Uq6FZv

'No cheese cakes' warning from Brexit stockpiling firm

Lola's Cupcakes has stockpiled 10 tonnes of cream cheese ahead of Brexit to avoid its factory grinding to a halt. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IqwIIz

G4S shares soar on possible £3bn Canadian bid

Shares in G4S have jumped after Canada's Garda World said it might make an offer. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2X1jh5U

Philip Green buys back shares ahead of expected restructuring

A US investor's share sale has fuelled speculation over the restructuring of Sir Philip's retail empire. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GfIp3t

Stillbirth documentary firm fined for maternity unit filming

The ICO says patients would have been "distressed" to know they were being filmed for a stillbirth show. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UOWSeP

Court rules Zambians can seek compensation for pollution

Villagers brought the case for compensation over alleged pollution by the mining giant. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G0JH0Y

UK train passengers offered smart tickets

Stations around the UK are being upgraded so that users can purchase smart, paperless tickets. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UrFv4d

Xiaomi's founder Lei Jun receives £735m bonus

Lei Jun, the founder of Chinese tech giant Xiaomi, says he will give the award to charity. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Vzd0hz

Xiaomi's founder Lei Jun receives £735m bonus

Lei Jun, the founder of Chinese tech giant Xiaomi, says he will give the award to charity. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Vzd0hz

Google Wing launches first commercial drone delivery service

The first commercial drone delivery service launches in Australia, after years of test flights. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2KpKQED

US accusations sends Indivior shares plunging

Indivior shares have halved after a US federal court charges it with fraudulent marketing from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2uY9QbH

UK economy grows faster than expected ahead of Brexit

The economy grew by 0.3% in the three months to February, official figures show, helped by stockpiling. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G2wWCZ

UK train passengers offered smart tickets

Stations around the UK are being upgraded so that users can purchase smart, paperless tickets. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UrFv4d

The tech that could help clean polluted air

A new system at London Marylebone station is helping to remove harmful gases from the environment. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WXY50Q

'Institutes of Technology' to boost skills training

The locations of 12 Institutes of Technology - aiming to provide high-quality skills training - are revealed. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2IoGFqf

Stagecoach barred from rail franchise bids

The transport group says it is "extremely concerned" after being disqualified from three rail bids. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2P3aNsd

Asos profits plunge 87% after difficult year

The online fashion giant said its profits were hit by heavy discounting and website problems. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GcZ5IX

Tesco profits jump 'in uncertain market'

The UK's biggest supermarket chain has raised in dividend after a "strong" performance last year. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UI3k7w

How 3D printing aids mass production

A US tech firm is using 3D printing to mass produce metal parts more quickly than ever before. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WXeOkL

How to solve the plastic packaging paradox

Good packaging prevents waste, but too often becomes pollution. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2I6BsnH

What happens to Debenhams now?

The survival of the department store chain has been hanging in the balance for months so what are its options? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G08Itg

Wales promotes council tax discounts for mentally impaired

Families of those suffering mental impairments are being encouraged to access council tax discounts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2KnIeay

The fathers of colour who want more diversity in travel marketing

Jonah Batambuze loves travelling with his children, but doesn't feel represented by the travel industry. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UrhwlS

Cricket World Cup is about 'participation not profit'

Ex-South Africa World Cup cricket star Steve Elworthy steps up to the crease as boss of the 2019 ICC event. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UKfZ9S

Flickr adds photo theft detection tools

The photo-sharing site will let subscribers see if people have used their images without permission. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2D3VBqc

Facebook sorry for 'disturbing' disabled comment

The social network apologised for saying people might find images of disabled people "disturbing". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2OXzjeB

Lush quits social media in UK

The cosmetics firm is closing several of its Facebook, Instagram and Twitter accounts. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2KosnZl

Standard Chartered to pay $1bn for breaching Iran sanctions

The London bank is paying penalties in the US and UK relating to sanctions and money-laundering rules. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Uomlwh

Lush leaves social media in UK

The cosmetics firm is closing several of its Facebook, Instagram and Twitter accounts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2KosnZl

Boeing 737 Max grounding hits American Airlines outlook

The airline cuts its outlook after being forced to cancel hundreds of flights involving the grounded jet. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2U2Mdc4

Sony creates colossal 16K screen in Japan

The tech firm is installing a screen that is bigger than a bus in the offices of a cosmetics firm. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2KlrSiD

World economy facing delicate moment, IMF says

The International Monetary Fund downgrades global growth for 2019, seeing "many downside risks". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YSl1Ai

Bitcoin mining ban considered by China's economic planner

China's economic planning agency adds Bitcoin creation to a list of activities that may be outlawed. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2I93ajD

Men accused of $1m fake iPhone scam

Two Chinese men studying at an American university are accused of submitting fraudulent repair claims. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WTxamJ

Debenhams falls into hands of lenders

Shops will continue to trade while lenders comprising High Street banks and US hedge funds take charge. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2v3indz

Carlos Ghosn says 'backstabbing' behind his arrest

Carlos Ghosn was arrested for a fourth time last week while out on bail and faces several charges. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Vxgl0N

Debenhams rejects higher Mike Ashley offer

Sports Direct makes a last-minute attempt to save the department store chain, but is turned down. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2D3UkiN

US proposes tariffs on $11bn of EU products

If the move goes ahead, duties could rise on EU products ranging from aircraft to cheese and wine. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GaOEFL

Carlos Ghosn 'held hostage' by Japan legal system, says lawyer

Carlos Ghosn's family lawyer says the former Nissan boss' right to a fair trial has been violated. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G9yKLS

Should cyber-security be more chameleon, less rhino?

Israeli researchers think it's time we changed our approach to securing our computers from hackers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2D7DBv3

Should cyber-security be more chameleon, less rhino?

Israeli researchers think it's time we changed our approach to securing our computers from hackers. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2D7DBv3

Huawei wi-fi modules were pulled from Pakistan CCTV system

BBC Panorama discovered that Huawei was told to remove the kit because of the "potential of misuse". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2G9s544

Lloyd's of London calls time on drink and drugs

Lloyd's of London insurance has a new code of conduct, but not everyone welcomes it. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VxfcGy

Waterstones staff hand in petition calling for living wage

Staff are calling for pay increases to combat the "stress" of low pay. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FYsUvn

France plans tax cuts to quell yellow vest anger

President Macron's "great debate" shows that tax cuts are necessary, the prime minister says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UFBPez

Debenhams rejects Mike Ashley's last ditch rescue plan

Debenhams has refused an offer that would have made Sports Direct's owner the chain's new boss. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2KsEYue

Windrush: Home Office admits data breach in compensation scheme

The immigration minister says email addresses of individuals and organisations were shared by mistake. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UpKdj2

Satellites used to protect endangered sharks

Earth observation satellites are proving to be valuable tools in protecting rare sharks, say scientists. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2G2xfxx

Centrica boss gets 44% pay rise after 'challenging year'

Iain Conn's £2.4m pay is 72 times that of one of Centrica's smart energy experts, who receive £32,718. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IlCETl

Call to delay use of Police Scotland data devices

MSPs want more safeguards before the encryption-breaking technology is rolled out by Police Scotland. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UoTlV6

Sir Philip Green complaint over Lord Hain dismissed

House of Lords Standards Commissioner rejects complaint Lord Hain failed to declare law firm role. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UlcBTw

Jury dismissed in Barclays fraud trial

The case against four former Barclays bankers - who denied the charges - dated back to 2008. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Vu5zYZ

Jaguar Land Rover to start Brexit shutdown

The car maker will stop production in the West Midlands and Merseyside for one extra week. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2D0Bidl

Woman faces Dubai jail over Facebook 'horse' insult

Londoner Laleh Shahravesh, 55, could be sentenced to two years in prison over two Facebook posts. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WSZYvw

UK's Sabre space plane engine tech in new milestone

UK engineers developing a novel propulsion system say their technology has reached a new performance level. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2I3yVur

Carlos Ghosn: Nissan ousts former boss from its board

The businessman, who faces charges of financial misconduct, was re-arrested last week. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2FWTncY

Cho Yang-ho: Korean Air chairman and 'nut rage' father dies at 70

Chairman Cho Yang-ho's leadership has been plagued by several family scandals over the years. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YZHR94

Websites to be fined over 'online harms' under new proposals

The government's plans also include blocking offending sites from appearing in web searches. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2I2K9iJ

Websites to be fined over 'online harms' under new proposals

The government's plans also include blocking offending sites from appearing in web searches. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2I2K9iJ

‘Take baby steps to world domination’

Pram shade boss Cara Sayer wanted to succeed but was overwhelmed by how fast her firm grew. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Uqjfrx

Huawei's 'shoddy' work prompts talk of a Westminster ban

GCHQ suggests ministers consider banning Huawei's 5G kit from Westminster and other sensitive areas. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Vt2GYp

Huawei's 'shoddy' work prompts talk of a Westminster ban

GCHQ suggests ministers consider banning Huawei's 5G kit from Westminster and other sensitive areas. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Vt2GYp

Mike Ashley launches new broadside against Debenhams

The Sports Direct boss wants the chain's shares suspended and board members to be investigated. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IhBY1f

'Fiat to pool with Tesla to avoid EU fines'

Fiat and Tesla draw up a plan to avoid the former violating EU emissions rules, it is reported. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IkVc67

Brexit: 'No extra funding' for no-deal Portsmouth port

Government has "only provided 10% of the money needed" for contingency plans at Portsmouth port. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UkD6s9

Ghosn: Bail conditions revealed by lawyer

The ex-Nissan-Renault car chief has been re-arrested while awaiting trial for financial misconduct. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WSoyNo

Brexit plea over Scotland's perishable exports

Scotland's transport secretary says priority should be given to produce such as Scottish seafood. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WPzYkT

Safe Car Wash app reveals hundreds of potential slavery cases

Nearly 1,000 reports of possible human trafficking were made by hand car wash users via an app. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UC8OjU

Germany's economy: Should we be worried?

Recent figures raise fears that the power house of the European economy could be tipping into recession. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UAFbzG

Debenhams: Mike Ashley says make me boss for £150m

The Sports Direct tycoon has been embroiled in a battle for control of the department store chain. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Vw89xW

Brunei LGBT: Protesters at Dorchester hotel call for Royal boycott

Protesters outside the Dorchester in London say the UK should cut ties with Brunei over its harsh new punishments for homosexuality. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VqMUNZ

Heath Robinson: WW2 codebreaking machine reconstructed

The Heath Robinson codebreaking is reconstructed after a seven-year project. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UydfMJ

Bulgaria's Sunny Beach 'cheapest European resort'

Sunny Beach, in Bulgaria, is the cheapest European resort for UK holidaymakers, analysis suggests. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G2GAXE

Growing complaints about new-build homes

The Homeowners Alliance says more people are approaching them for help over defects with their new-build homes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WRhtfX

'My pension contribution goes straight out of my wages'

UK workers' minimum auto-enrolment pension contributions are rising to 5% of qualifying earnings. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2I54GTM

'My house has taken over my life'

When Justin Revell bought his house, he didn't expect a litany of problems. He and his neighbour Lyn Whiteman helped each other deal with builder Taylor Wimpey. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WRhrol

Ten million people face higher pension payments

A bigger chunk of wages will now be automatically diverted to a pension, but employers will put in more too. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2U0Wrtk

The truth behind the Kardashians' millions

America's most infamous reality TV family have mixed the professional and the personal to great effect. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UtxVpa

Ethiopian Airlines crash: Boeing reduces 737 production

Regulators have already grounded the 737 Max following crashes in Ethiopia and Indonesia. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2OSoNVC

Controversial Trump pick gets World Bank top job

World Bank critic David Malpass is given board approval as its new president. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2uOchxj

Google's ethics board shut down

Just over a week after it was announced, an ethics board set up to oversee Google's AI has been shut. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2TZJsrM

Facebook 'hosts' cyber-crime marketplaces

Security researchers found credit card numbers and phishing campaigns being openly traded online. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2G2rilK

Microsoft responds to female harassment claims

Dozens of incidents of sexual harassment and discrimination have been lodged by women at the firm. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VuWoI5

Teens not damaged by screen time, study finds

Oxford University study finds no evidence of link between adolescent wellbeing and screen time. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Idy7SR

US job growth rebounds from 17-month low

American companies added 196,000 jobs in March, recovering from a meagre rise in February. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2D1078K

Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo quizzed over subscriptions

The Competition and Markets Authority wants to be sure console service contracts are fair to gamers. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VkxTgA

UK productivity continues lost decade

Labour productivity was lower in the last 10 years than at any time in the 20th Century., figures show. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2uPSk9e

Brunei hotels withdraw from social media amid anti-LGBT law backlash

The luxury hotels are pulled from online social platforms amid a backlash over anti-LGBT laws. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2K8jKlq

Gender pay gap: Can it be fixed?

Why is the gender pay gap still with us and can it ever be fixed? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UvVVYz

Newham Council fined £145,000 over gangs list leak

A database which included details of suspected gang members ended up in the hands of rival gangs. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FRJCN6

House prices 'subdued' amid Brexit impasse

Property values dropped by 1.6% in March compared with February, but were 3.2% up on a year ago, a lender says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VoxIAP

Video app TikTok fails to remove online predators

The app popular with teens fails to suspend accounts of users who send sexual messages, the BBC finds. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2G2zSQj

5G: World's first commercial services promise 'great leap'

South Korea and the US turned on 5G networks that promise ultra-fast speeds and new applications. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HXVY9P

5G: World's first commercial networks promise 'great leap'

South Korea and the US turned on 5G services that promise ultra-fast speeds and new applications. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HXVY9P

US and China edge closer to 'epic' trade deal, says Trump

US and China have been in talks to try to end a trade war since agreeing a truce in December 2018. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IcSzTW

Gender pay: 52% of UK firms fail to narrow gap, figures show

Data shows that 52% of firms did not narrow the divide, with 78% having a gap that favoured male workers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UtRbD4

Trump recommends Herman Cain for Federal Reserve seat

The former pizza executive quit the White House race in 2012 amid allegations of sexual misconduct. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uJ7I7B

How deodorant became a million dollar idea

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

The nations of the Amazon want the name back

Rainforest nations have opposed the creation of a new .amazon internet domain name. Why? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Uis32M

God of War wins best game at Bafta Awards

The winners of the Bafta Games Awards were revealed at a glitzy ceremony in central London. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HXtu03

Bafta Games awards: God of War leads the pack

The winners of the Bafta Games Awards are revealed at a glitzy ceremony in central London. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HXtu03

Amazon boss Jeff Bezos and wife MacKenzie finalise divorce deal

Divorce deal between the world's richest man and his wife leaves her with 4% of the tech giant. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YP9BNP

Succeeding as a female CEO in a male-dominated industry

What is it like being a female CEO in a male-dominated industry? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YO7pGh

Asos threatens to block serial returners

The online fashion giant will "deactivate" accounts if it thinks clothes are being worn and returned. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2OLF4f2

Liam Gallagher's Pretty Green fashion brand bought by JD Sports

Pretty Green, started by the Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher, has been bought from administrators. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FVy5w2

Dudson: More than 300 jobs go at Stoke-on-Trent pottery firm

Jobs are lost with immediate effect as 200-year-old Dudson in Stoke-on-Trent collapses. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2I7TIMB

Tesla shares sink as car deliveries drop

The electric carmaker blames shipment difficulties with Europe and China for a sharper than expected fall. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UpZWOt

Tottenham make world-record £113m profit despite costs of new stadium

Tottenham made a world-record profit of £113m after tax last season, breaking the record set by Liverpool earlier this year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TUl4bl

Computer virus alters cancer scan images

The malicious software can trick experts into thinking patients are sick, say cyber-security researchers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UhdP28

Morrisons to sell paper shopping bags in all stores

The supermarket chain says the move will cut down on plastic waste, but are paper bags greener? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UqZijJ

A pilot explains the Boeing 737 Max's anti-stall system

What might have gone wrong to cause the two recent crashes? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FZhmt3

Fortnite: Is Prince Harry right to want game banned?

The Duke of Sussex had scathing words for the game, but is he right? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2CXoUuy

Facebook no-deal Brexit ads 'from same source'

A newspaper investigation alleges seemingly unconnected Brexit adverts are connected to the same firm. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OOwPig

Bafta gaming awards: The nominees

Gaming's most prestigious award ceremony takes place on Thursday night. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2IcofbY

'Creativity needed' in Whirlpool fire-risk tumble dryer warnings

Hundreds of thousands of fire-prone appliances that need to be fixed are still in UK homes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TVul2D

Saga shares dive after profit alert

The over-50s insurance and holiday specialist says it is launching a "fundamental" strategy rethink. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VhF9K8

The teenage hackers who've been given a second chance

Meet the former hackers who spend their days stopping the criminals they used to see as their comrades. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2K48nLq

The teenage hackers who've been given a second chance

Meet the former hackers who spend their days stopping the criminals they used to see as their comrades. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2K48nLq

Data on 540 million Facebook users exposed

The personal data was found as cyber-security researchers looked for insecure Amazon servers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2U0hkoM

Loan charge: HMRC makes final appeal to contractors

The authority says people can settle and spread the cost of unpaid tax, but campaigners say the charge is unfair. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uLH4uA

Amazon defends cancelling Woody Allen film deal

Studio rejects director's legal action after a four-film deal was axed following his #MeToo comments. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UgE9Jx

Ethiopian crash jet crew 'followed procedure'

Ethiopian Airlines crew in Boeing 737 crash "could not control" jet despite following procedures, report finds from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UrWBOR

Australia targets tech firms with 'abhorrent material' laws

The nation passes controversial laws designed to penalise companies for hosting "abhorrent" videos. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YR0CLQ

Thousands of firms rush to meet gender pay deadline

Thousands have firms have yet to report their gender pay gap ahead of a Thursday night deadline. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uKUnf2

Civil servants offered counselling for no-deal Brexit stress

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs spent £40k to provide support for staff. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CWZ5uz

Uruguay: The world’s marijuana pioneer

Uruguay was the first to legalise recreational cannabis in 2013, so how is the industry getting on? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VoIBCQ

Ghosn: Renault piles pressure on former chief executive

Carmaker accuses ex-boss of "questionable and concealed" conduct, as he prepares to "tell the truth". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TOOl76

Brexit: Carney says risk of no deal is 'alarmingly high'

It is "absolute nonsense" a no-deal Brexit could be easily managed, Bank of England governor says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uJXaVS

Dame Helen Mirren gives Netflix short shrift at Cinema-Con

The actress uses colourful language while championing the cinema experience at an event in Las Vegas. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VbxxJ6

Should devices be easier to fix?

In the US, some are calling for "right to repair" laws, to make it easier to fix broken electronics. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2K3FxdX

Huawei laptop 'backdoor' flaw raises concerns

A software flaw in Huawei laptops adds to the scrutiny the company is facing over security. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Vm6nzn

Crossrail delay report: 'Unacceptable' accountability

Department for Transport and Crossrail Ltd cannot explain "how the programme unravelled", say MPs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VePTJh

Brexit uncertainty weighs on food sector in Wales

A mussel farmer says his business is on hold for six months because of the ongoing uncertainty. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2K56u0P

Guardian to flag old news on social media

Old articles will be marked with their year of publication on social media, to limit misinformation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UevTtx

Toyota to share hybrid vehicle secrets for free

It will release patents for hybrid technology to keep it relevant in the move to electric vehicles. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UdFH7d

Services sector shock sparks downturn fear

A report indicates that the service sector shrank for the first time in nearly three years last month. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uJX1Sa

Disney accused of valuing 'male workers more'

US entertainment company is being sued over an alleged gender pay gap. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Upy6Su

Boots warns of possible store closures

The parent company of the pharmacy chain plans "decisive steps" to reduce costs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HSwt9O

1MDB: Superyacht linked to financial scandal sold for $126m

The superyacht has become a symbol of the excesses of one of the world's biggest financial scandals. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Ue9z3d

Flybe cancels dozens of flights

Five flights from Belfast City Airport and four from Birmingham are among those affected. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2OEKUPz

Najib trial: Malaysia ex-PM faces court in global financial scandal

Malaysia's Najib Razak faces his first trial in one of the world's biggest financial scandals. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TWRIJq

Tata-Thyssenkrupp merger: Trostre plant could be sold

The plant - which employs 700 people - could be sold over concerns of a steel monopoly in Europe. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TUiH8i

Food price inflation highest in almost six years, says retail group

The rising price of cabbages, potatoes and bread pushed up prices in March, the BRC retail groups says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FPkGpt

Paternity leave: 'All of my dad friends were incredibly jealous'

What's it like to get six months paid paternity leave? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HTi39F

Payday lender's collapse to hit borrowers

Hundreds of thousands of customers will now receive smaller compensation payouts for mis-sold loans. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WFjrjt

Brexit: Government did not speak to French ports in no-deal plan

In a leaked document, the Department for Transport admits it has not engaged with French port operators. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UaFfqv

Bookmakers pull new games after Gambling Commission warning

Paddy Power and Betfred were accused of trying to circumvent new rules on fixed-odds betting terminals. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CPDtAe

Drake, BTS and Ariana Grande boost global music sales to $19bn

The music industry made $19bn last year, with the UK overtaking Germany as Europe's biggest market. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uOT3rD

Tulip tower: Planners approve new London skyscraper

The skyscraper would be the second tallest structure in western Europe and feature rotating pods. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FRRDTh

Asda overtakes Sainsbury's to become second largest supermarket

Asda is now the UK's second largest supermarket, overtaking its planned merger partner. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2I3nKRu

YouTube restricts Tommy Robinson channel

The restrictions mean videos will be harder to find and show a warning before they play, YouTube says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TPhFKH

Study maps 'extensive Russian GPS spoofing'

Thousands of incidents have been logged of Russia spoofing navigation signals, a report suggests. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OF8Thh

UK gaming market worth record £5.7bn

Fortnite and PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds contribute to another record-breaking year for UK gaming. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Ve0zaT

Gender pay gap: What is the pay gap at your company?

Use our look up to find out the pay gap at your company. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VcwPLB

UK gaming market worth record £5.7bn

Fortnite and PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds contribute to another record-breaking year for UK gaming. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Ve0zaT

Ryanair one of Europe's top polluters, EU data suggests

It is the first time a company not running a coal-fired power plant has come near the top of the ranking. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2V7xcqJ

Sound now 'equal' inside Royal Albert Hall

The 465 new speakers mean that the sound is the same everywhere inside the auditorium. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2CObX60

'Brave' coffee chain's sales fall £250k

Boston Tea Party's owner said global coffee shop brands were "putting profits before the planet". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TKShpn

UK risks 'trashing relationship' with Europe, says Siemens boss

Jurgen Maier, the UK chief executive of Siemens, says the country is "at a point of crisis". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Uoqb7J

Bonmarché bought by UK billionaire Philip Day

The struggling retailer - which has 312 UK shops - warned last month that trading had deteriorated, from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HTsgma

US to investigate car firms Hyundai and Kia over vehicle fires

Three million vehicles will be investigated after thousands of complaints about fires. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2OInyZq

Fraud victims let down by 'inconsistent policing'

One officer said fraud was a lower priority, as it does not "bang, bleed or shout", a report finds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YLFiHA

Starbucks to pay staff tuition fees

The coffee chain offers to pay for UK employees to study for an online degree from a US university. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ODrxGy

Revolut whistleblower had concerns over CEO conduct and compliance

The BBC has spoken to a number of former employees about compliance at the currency transfer firm. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UbehyH

Google shuts failed social network Google+

Dashes to ashes, plus to dust. Google has closed its failed social network Google+. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FHDG9p

What is Revolut?

Why is fin-tech firm Revolut so controversial? The BBC explains. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FRC7a4

What's the new weapon against money laundering gangsters?

Can advanced technologies help track the cash criminals try to hide? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2I69HdP

UK accountancy giants 'should be broken up'

Reform plans by regulators are good but do not go far enough, says an influential committee of MPs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2JXrcQm

Revolut whistleblower had concerns over CEO conduct and compliance

The BBC has spoken to a number of former employees about compliance at the currency transfer firm. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UbehyH

Superdry's fight with founder faces showdown

Investors are to vote on Julian Dunkerton's long-running fight to return to the fashion chain he began. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uDLX99

What is Revolut?

Why is fin-tech firm Revolut so controversial? The BBC explains. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FRC7a4

What's the new weapon against money laundering gangsters?

Can advanced technologies help track the cash criminals try to hide? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2I69HdP

Former Barclays traders jailed over Euribor rate-rigging

Carlo Palombo and Colin Bermingham were found guilty of conspiring to manipulate Euribor interest rates. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2I6o1TB

Watchdog faces probe over LCF collapse

The FCA will be investigated after customers lost millions in investments with London Capital & Finance. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HPmpOV

Now celebrity magazine set to close print edition

The beleaguered title's final print issue will go on sale on 2 April but the website will remain. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FMnpQB

BBC and Discovery sign £300m natural history streaming deal