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What is the least valuable British coin ever?

Is the current 1p piece the least valuable British coin since the currency was unified in 1707? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2wCczIp

HMRC leads number spoofing crackdown to prevent fraud

Fraudsters have manipulated caller number displays to show actual tax authority's phone numbers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HNo9qL

Lettings fee ban brings cheer to tenants

A new law begins saving renters in England from big upfront fees, but landlords say rents could rise. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MkLGDD

The sea-cooled eco-resort that's nearly mosquito-free

The Brando resort in French Polynesia is close to being carbon neutral and self-sustainable. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Mlrp0V

China's tariff hikes on US good come into force

The retaliatory taxes on US goods come into force amid China's threat to blacklist some US firms. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2W08Pec

Sir Philip Green charged with assault in US

British retail tycoon Sir Philip Green is charged in the US with four counts of misdemeanour assault. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MkM7hu

Tech Tent: Why is 5G data capped?

On this week's podcast, we ask whether people will pay a premium for the benefits 5G promises. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2I9xHv3

India loses place as world's fastest-growing economy

India falls behind China after growth in the first three months of 2019 slowed to 5.8%. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HQQqNj

Trump's threat of Mexico trade war sends markets lower

Wall Street follows European markets lower as fears of Mexico trade war hits shares in carmakers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YTp7HA

Extinction Rebellion plans Heathrow drone protest

Extinction Rebellion says it will stage a 10-day demonstration unless expansion plans are cancelled. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2I8cO3w

Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg 'survives' leadership vote

Some shareholders wanted Facebook's chairman and chief executive to step down from one of his roles. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YVo5ej

The raspberry picking robot and other tech news

Kitty Knowles looks at some of the week's best technology stories. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2XdfrHw

Dating app scammers spotted by AI

Fakes on dating websites use emotional language, analysis of thousands of dating profiles reveals. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2EKAWrX

UK in two-week coal-free record

The UK has not used coal to generate electricity since 17 May, the longest period since the 1880s, from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XddTxm

North Face apologises over Wikipedia 'hack'

Images on the encyclopaedia were swapped to feature North Face clothing as an advertising stunt. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2QyLCyK

Scots weather helps drive Mountain Warehouse expansion

Mountain Warehouse says it has plans for new stores in Edinburgh, Aberdeen and Inverness. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YSYq5Q

Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg 'survives' leadership vote

Some shareholders wanted Facebook's chairman and chief executive to step down from one of his roles. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2YVo5ej

House prices slip in May in subdued market

Nationwide building society said "uncertainty" would weigh on the housing market. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HNFVKr

JP Morgan to pay historic settlement in paternity leave case

The Wall Street bank will pay $5m to settle a paternity case which lawyers say is the first of its kind. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2I6A41M

Why Californian wine will soon cost more in Beijing

China is poised to hike tariffs on US goods and American farmers and vineyards are set to feel the pain. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XhDjcW

Trump announces tariffs on all Mexico goods in latest anti-immigration measure

The US president says he will impose rising tariffs until Mexico ends illegal immigration into the US. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JO5hKy

Letting agency 'ousts tenants and takes belongings'

Three tenants say they arrived home to find locks had been changed and rooms emptied. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WxpBpb

The sea-cooled eco-resort that's nearly mosquito-free

The Brando resort in French Polynesia is close to being carbon neutral and self-sustainable. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Mlrp0V

How damaging is the Huawei row for the US and China?

What do Washington's latest moves against Huawei mean for any US-China trade deal? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WbszjS

Energy firms 'must do more for elderly customers'

The industry needs to do more to identify and protect vulnerable people, an independent report says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XeUAna

Business lobby group CBI warns Tories over no-deal Brexit

The CBI has warned Tory party leadership candidates a no-deal Brexit would do "severe" damage to businesses. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WeWJTu

Uber posts $1bn loss weeks after stock market listing

The taxi company's first set of figures since going public come after its share price slumped. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Kd8H8V

Rory shares his Parkinson's diagnosis

The journalist shared the news after TV viewers noticed a hand tremor during a report on new 5G technology. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2MkdGHH

Google and Apple criticise GCHQ eavesdropping idea

The tech giants are among 47 organisations to hit out at a plan to look at encrypted messages. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HMnuWB

Live BBC broadcast over 5G network on launch day fails

The BBC News at One O' Clock tried to broadcast an interview about the 5G network using the new technology but ran into some issues. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HKDDMg

5G put to the test on the street

BBC News puts 5G mobile connectivity to the test on two phones, downloading a podcast. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WfcUQO

Boeing admits it "fell short" on safety alert for 737

Boeing admits it fell short on implementing a safety alert system on the 737 Max from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2KcPl3F

Brazil economy contracts for the first time since 2016

The 0.2% quarter-on-quarter contraction adds to scrutiny of the president's attempts to revive the economy, from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Mlb4cu

Chevron to become second firm to pull out of North Sea exploration

Chevron's $2bn deal with Ithaca Energy follows ConocoPhillips pulling out of UK exploration and production last month. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QAZEjd

Conrad Black plans return to the Lords after Trump pardon

The former media mogul wants to return to his Lords seat after a presidential pardon from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2XhYXOy

5G: EE launches UK's next-generation mobile network

BT's EE switches on its next-generation 5G mobile network with a Stormzy gig. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2EJrNjp

Disney could pull productions from Georgia over abortion law

Disney's CEO says it would be "difficult " to over-rule people who didn't want to work in the state. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YWKjfL

Veterans mark code-breaking machine's 75th anniversary

Colossus, the world's first programmable computer, is credited with shortening World War Two. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Kd40Mv

First Group to sell Greyhound buses in US

The company says it will seek a buyer for the US bus operations as it fights of an activist investor. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2KidWo1

Online usage grows, but so do social media concerns - Ofcom study

Most people say the internet improves their lives, but 70% would support tougher social media laws. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2XdOR0V

Tech gives drone the ability to avoid mid-air crashes

The system allows the drone to alter its flight path and move away from obstacles flying towards it. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VVduy4

5G: Finally, it's here in the UK - but so what?

A brief guide to what 5G offers today and how it should improve over the years to come. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2wsTfO4

Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg to face leadership vote

Some shareholders want Facebook's chairman and chief executive to step down from one of his roles. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2QzA6mt

Roblox: 'I thought he was playing an innocent game'

Online multiplayer game Roblox is marketed at children - but there are fears it also being used for grooming. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2wrqktt

UK parking space data offered up to app developers

New standards for data on parking spaces could revolutionise how drivers find and pay for parking. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Qu3x9y

5G: Finally, it's here in the UK - but so what?

A brief guide to what 5G offers today and how it should improve over the years to come. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2wsTfO4

Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg to face leadership vote

Some shareholders want Facebook's chairman and chief executive to step down from one of his roles. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QzA6mt

Brexit shutdown slashes UK car production by 45%

Brexit shutdowns in April almost halve UK car production from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2I6h7fO

Premier League leads European football to £25bn valuation

The European football industry is now worth a record amount, according to new figures from Deloitte. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WaZ3Lm

Young adults benefit from better pay

The proportion of low-paid workers in Britain has fallen to its lowest level since 1980, a think tank says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2wt3a61

Carbon credit fraud trial collapses as expert witness was no expert

Evidence against eight fraud defendants had been "cut-and-pasted" from the witness's other cases. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WdAGwy

Boeing 737 Max could be ground for months, says airline body

The airline industry's trade body says the crisis-hit aircraft is unlikely to fly again before August. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2KcD1Az

Channel Islands 'among worst tax havens' worldwide

A tax pressure group has ranked what it describes as the "worst" corporate tax havens in the world. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HITv1B

'Demo' found written on South Sudan in Google Maps

The word is inexplicably spelled out in territory in the south east of the central African nation. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2JLnkky

'Don't ignore' credit card warning letters

Providers could suspend credit cards if persistent borrowers fail to speed up repayments by March. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Z1TsnF

UK 'needs more overseas vets and architects', say government advisers

Migration rules should be relaxed for some jobs to plug gaps in the labour market, officials say. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EFqamG

Pokémon Sleep app: 'We want to turn sleep into entertainment'

How long a user has slept for and when they wake up will be a part of game play. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WsUNGh

Northern rail: Mayors call for government takeover

Andy Burnham and Steve Rotheram urge a government takeover amid continuing passenger woe. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WukwhA

Malware-ridden laptop artwork sold for $1.3m

The computer contains six well-known strains of malware and was bought by an anonymous bidder. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2XbZKAs

Ticketing app Trainline looks to raise £75m from share sale

The rail ticketing app is expected to be one of the biggest stock market listings of the year. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QyQZxY

New Zealand budget: National party denies hacking Treasury

New Zealand's opposition party says it wasn't behind 2,000 hacking attempts on government systems. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2EDKO6U

NCA investigates how owner afforded £80m London homes

UK investigators use anti-corruption orders to demand the source of a foreign official's wealth. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2womnpl

Probe into £1.3bn doorstep lender bid

The competition watchdog asks if the hostile bid for Provident Financial would "lessen competition". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EFkR75

Huawei: US blacklist will harm billions of consumers

Huawei says the US is "using the strength of an entire nation to come after a private company". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/30T66ai

Would you recognise yourself from your data?

Firms make all kind of assumptions about you based on the data they receive. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HHKW78

Huawei: US move to blacklist firm sets a 'dangerous precedent'

Huawei says the US is "using the strength of an entire nation to come after a private company". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/30T66ai

Natwest most complained about bank for fraud claims

NatWest is the most complained about bank when it comes to handling fraud claims, BBC Watchdog finds. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HHI1va

WH Smith 'worst' retailer in UK, says Which? survey

The retailer was criticised for "poor" value for money and service in a survey of 7,700 shoppers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Xi4rsE

Real Madrid 'most valuable club in Europe', says KPMG

The Spanish club tops KPMG's study of top sides' "enterprise value", ahead of Man Utd and Bayern Munich. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EFPARv

Are rare earth minerals China's trump card in its trade war with US?

There is speculation that China might restrict rare earth minerals to the US. What could the impact be? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VXPOsS

The diggers guided by satellites and drones

Moving earth is messy - but new technology means we can dig with an accuracy of a few centimetres. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2K7sLcV

Could making recycling pay save the planet?

Encouraging recycling as a moral good may not make sense. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EElbCN

Johnson & Johnson faces trial over opioid crisis in Oklahoma

The battle over who is responsible for the US opioid crisis begins playing out in an Oklahoma court. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2K9w6YN

British Steel receives 80 offers of interest

The Official Receiver says it is making "good progress" finding potential buyers for the collapsed firm. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2MdLHZY

Boots review puts 200 stores at risk of closure

The High Street chain is reviewing areas where it has more than one store. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WrHAxr

MacKenzie Bezos pledges to donate half her $37bn fortune

The ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos pledges to give half of her $37bn fortune to charity. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WashtP

MacKenzie Bezos pledges to donate half her $37bn fortune

The ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos pledges to give half of her $37bn fortune to charity. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WashtP

Five-a-side football firm Goals faces poor results

The football company is still trying to resolve major VAT errors and its shares remain suspended. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Maa3DT

US Navy wants 350 billion social media posts

It plans to collect and analyse 350 billion social media posts from around the world. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2wvcO85

P&O seeks £33m in damages over Brexit ferry settlement

The company also wants courts to cancel the Department for Transport's settlement with Eurotunnel. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JHvQkn

Sports Direct: Shirebrook headquarters sold for £120m

The retail group sells the freehold to its Derbyshire base to a Malaysian pension fund for £120m. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WxCbEW

Women's fashion chain Select in rescue attempt

Administrators have proposed a second company voluntary arrangement (CVA) to try to cut costs. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2I1fArk

Iggy Azalea 'felt violated' by nude photo leak

The rapper deletes her social media accounts after receiving "vile" messages about leaked photos. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ECtKhr

CEO Secrets: Strava running app boss shares business tips

A boss isn't the captain of the ship, he's the designer, says James Quarles, boss of Strava. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2X2HERj

Scam victims to be refunded by banks

With fraud victims losing huge sums, a new code will offer more protection - but not all banks are signed up. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Wn9QkT

Homebuilder Galliford rejects Bovis offer

Bovis had offered £950m in shares for Galliford's Linden Homes and Partnerships & Regeneration arms. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2K9oPbF

The tablet computer pulled by donkey

Communities in Mozambique learn about health, banking and elections via giant interactive screens. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2XaHebu

Car theft payouts 'at seven-year high'

Claims for January to March were the highest for any quarter since 2012, the insurance industry body says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Mr21ab

Refund scheme for scam victims begins

With fraud victims losing huge sums, a new code will offer more protection - but not all banks are signed up. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Wn9QkT

Facebook facing most probes by Irish data regulator

Big tech companies are feeling the heat as the General Data Protection Regulation gathers momentum. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WrXpnO

Facebook facing most probes by Irish data regulator

Big tech companies are feeling the heat as the General Data Protection Regulation gathers momentum. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WrXpnO

Baltimore ransomware attack: NSA faces questions

Politicians seek briefings from the US cyber-agency over claims it has links to a ransomware breach. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2K6HyEt

Amazon defeated Rekognition revolt by a large margin

Ballot to ban sales of Rekognition system to police attracted less than 3% of investors' votes. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WpVj7L

Five tech trends shaping the beauty industry

Five tech trends shaping the beauty industry from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JAOvhA

Laser drones protect Scottish forests

The drones use lidar to create a 3D picture to assess the health of what lies beneath the forest canopy. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2MbjOSk

The ethical hackers taking the bugs to the bank

Looking for bugs in computer code can be lucrative but there's more to security than just cashing in. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Mapr3b

Russian data theft: Shady world where all is for sale

Sales of hacked personal data are booming in Russia as the penalties are rarely heavy. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2EzKoOJ

Fiat Chrysler proposes merger with Renault

Fiat said the proposed tie-up would create a "world leader" in the rapidly changing auto sector. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VOVxRz

'There's nothing to stop me working'

The numbers of over 70s still working has more than doubled in the past decade. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2K5w1oZ

What's gone wrong with Brazil's economy?

The hopes for a resurgent Brazilian economy have receded since the election of Jair Bolsonaro from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2K4xE6w

'I think wine is in my blood'

How Lizzy Rudd runs family business Berry Bros and Rudd, the UK's oldest wine merchant. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QsjWvh

Why Huawei's Google woes worry Africa

Will Africa's governments and consumers have to choose between using US and Chinese technology? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2X4L7Pr

Why Huawei's Google woes worry Africa

Will Africa's governments and consumers have to choose between using US and Chinese technology? from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2X4L7Pr

‘Cosplay helps me express myself'

Cosplaying - dressing up as a character from a film, book, or a game - is growing in popularity in India. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YRjhqh

How will Modi handle India's economy?

With an even bigger electoral mandate India's new government is in a position to push ahead with reforms. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2wjO9n1

Can Sir Philip Green save his retail empire?

Will Arcadia's restructuring save the company or hasten its demise? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/30JkgdT

Is the voice assistant on your phone sexist?

BBC's Megha Mohan finds out why voice assistant technologies often have female voices. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2X5FD6Y

Sir Philip Green to close 25 more Evans and Miss Selfridge stores

The latest closures by his struggling Arcadia empire will include mostly Evans and Miss Selfridge shops. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EzOV3Y

Four times more data breaches logged in UK

No companies have been fined in the first year of tough new data laws, despite a sharp rise in breaches. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WrY2gY

'I entrusted my pension to German builders'

A BBC investigation finds a property group which borrowed millions in pension savings has not paid some people back by the promised date. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2X5u67u

What the Jamie's Italian collapse can teach rival chains

About 15 restaurants are closing each week across the UK. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EvIjTX

'I drive in the bus lane'

How Norway is persuading motorists to switch to electric cars. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2X6UDBA

Thames Water boss Steve Robertson steps down

The UK's largest water and waste water firm has struggled with leaks and falling profits. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HABvq8

Felixstowe port death: Essex firm fined after worker killed

A 58-year-old man was killed when a hose violently whipped round and struck him. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ExAGMV

Harvey Weinstein 'to settle with accusers for $44m'

The film producer reached a deal with women who say he sexually abused them, his lawyers tell media. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/30HGGvW

Sir Philip Green told to fund Arcadia's pension deficit

The Topshop tycoon has been asked to put his own money into the firm's pension pot. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VXShZ8

Is Facebook undermining democracy in Africa?

Critics say the social media giant has allowed its platform to be weaponised during elections on the continent. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Esozkg

Mona Lisa 'brought to life' with deepfake AI

Samsung makes a moving Mona Lisa from a single photo using AI technology. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2QnBbO9

Texting while crossing road may be banned, and other news

BBC Click's Paul Carter looks at some the week's best technology stories. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2wi4qZK

Google thwarts Baltimore ransomware fightback

City set up GMail accounts to thwart hackers but Google suspended them, fearing spammers were at work. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2EvRQKL

UK retail sales stall in April

The ONS said sales were flat in April, as clothing sales offset declines in other sectors. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VX6sxw

Stagecoach takes legal action over West Coast franchise

Stagecoach and its partners were disqualified from running three rail franchises last month. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YO4EnD

Facebook: Another three billion fake profiles culled

Mark Zuckerberg hits back at calls to break up Facebook, as it reveals it removed a record number of hateful posts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JYifo3

Lift off for SpaceX rocket carrying 60 satellites

A Falcon-9 rocket launches from Florida, packed with 60 satellites capable of giving users on the ground high-speed connections to the internet. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2X4NKR1

Mothercare sales plunge as losses widen

The baby goods retailer says it is on a "sounder footing", even though UK sales fell nearly 9%. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2M7zm9U

SpaceX puts up 60 internet satellites

The California firm launches the first spacecraft in its multi-billion-dollar broadband project. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Wpz8Pb

Trump says Huawei could be part of trade deal

Huawei could feature in a US-China trade pact despite being "very dangerous", says the US president. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VKMuBf

Trump says Huawei could be part of trade deal

Huawei could feature in a US-China trade pact despite being "very dangerous", says the US president. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VKMuBf

Five tech trends shaping the beauty industry

Five tech trends shaping the beauty industry from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2JAOvhA

US regulators defend 737 Max actions

The Federal Aviation Administration tells the BBC it didn't have the information needed to ground the planes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2K0j67Q

How the microscope became a million dollar idea

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

Facebook plans to launch 'GlobalCoin' currency in 2020

The social media giant is planning to set up a crypto-currency in around 12 countries by early 2020. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HB9rmM

Baltimore government held hostage by hackers' ransomware

The hack has disabled government email and payments to city departments, with no end in sight. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HROYZy

More than 550 jobs 'at risk' after proposed chicken factory closure

Food group 2 Sisters announces its site in Witham could shut and says it will look to redeploy staff. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2M62VbX

Markets dip as US-China trade war spooks investors

Investors get the jitters as tensions rise between the US and China. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JYZr89

Facebook: Another three billion fake profiles culled

More than seven million "hate speech" posts were removed by the social network, also a record high. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2JYifo3

Huawei: China warns of investment blow to UK over 5G ban

A top Chinese diplomat tells the BBC there could be "substantial" repercussions if the UK bars Huawei. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Er227u

Huawei: China warns of investment blow to UK over 5G ban

A top Chinese diplomat said there would be "substantial" repercussions if the UK bars Huawei. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Er227u

Set curfew for online money lending, say academics

Research says late-night online access to credit means people borrow more than they can afford to repay. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EtbEP1

Sir Philip Green 'grabbed women's breasts' Lords told

Lord Hain uses parliamentary privilege to make allegations about staff complaints from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VV3BoO

DJI drones to come with plane detection

From January, new DJI drones will be able to detect nearby planes and helicopters. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2JzxiFg

Nintendo removes mobile games in Belgium

The two titles break local gambling laws that prohibit giving players random rewards in "loot boxes". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2JAwDDP

Colluding drug firms 'cost the NHS millions of pounds'

The competition regulator says that four drugs firms forced the price of an anti-nausea tablet up by 700%. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2M6vRAn

HS2 boss: Business case for Northern extension is 'clear'

Mark Thurston says the "real prize" for the UK would be the completion of the high-speed rail network. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JYLrLG

Panasonic 'suspends transactions' with Huawei after US ban

US restrictions on Chinese telecoms giant Huawei are having a ripple effect across the tech industry. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2M7fSlE

Avon to be acquired by Brazil's Natura for £1.6bn

The new combined company will boast 3,200 stores worldwide with a presence in 100 countries. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JYbzXd

Feeling the impact of Trump's foreign worker squeeze

US firms say President Trump has made it harder to hire the skilled foreign workers they need. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VEeJ4F

Boeing: Regulators to meet about grounded 737 Max

Regulators will discuss when the Boeing jet can return to the skies following two crashes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2M3crws

Sky Bet boss: 'Industry should consider funding treatment centres'

The boss of one of the UK's biggest betting companies says more needs to be done to help problem gamblers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WjJbp0

Netball counts down to World Cup 'summer of excitement'

The 2019 Netball World Cup can boost the game on and off the court, and build on England's 2018 Commonwealth Games success. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2X3rrvk

What have economists been getting wrong?

Evan Davis explains how the field of economics is asking itself some tough questions. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JuJYxv

Google's Ad Exchange faces privacy probe by Irish regulator

Irish Data Protection Commission looks into whether Google's Ad Exchange system is GDPR-compliant. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WjqdyM

Google's Ad Exchange faces privacy probe by Irish regulator

Irish Data Protection Commission looks into whether Google's Ad Exchange system is GDPR-compliant. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WjqdyM

Tackling the world's single-use plastic problem

Tackling the world's single-use plastic problem from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2M3RilK

Topshop owner Sir Philip Green to close 23 stores

Up to 520 jobs are in jeopardy under Sir Philip Green's deal to cut rents and revitalise the business. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VTu8D4

TalkTalk data breach customer details found online

Personal details for 4,545 TalkTalk customers stolen during a 2015 data breach are accessible online. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2wlriYt

British Steel collapse: the role of Greybull Capital

The secretive investment firm also owned Monarch Airlines and Comet. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2K4QRFh

Prada to stop using fur from next year

The Italian fashion house will no longer use fur from next year, joining the list of fur-free brands. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/30BvEbJ

Apple to warn iPhone users about update impact

The tech giant must tell customers if a software update will slow down their iPhone, UK regulator has said. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2X4WwyM

EA shows off its next-generation hair

Developers at EA want limp, lifeless hair to be a thing of the past. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2YEiTeH

Would you pay $1m for a laptop full of malware?

The laptop is infected with six notorious strains, including WannaCry and ILoveYou. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2JWUInF

Tesla 'hires' witty museum sheep tweeter

Social media expert who propelled The Museum of English Rural Life to global fame is snapped up by Tesla. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WhNpO0

PMQs: Corbyn and May on saving British Steel and jobs

Jeremy Corbyn says the government has "again failed our steel industry" with thousands of jobs at risk at British Steel and in its supply chain. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LYgeL9

North-South divide in house prices

Property values fell by 1.9% in London in the year to March, but rose by 3.6% in Yorkshire and Humberside. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LYqR0x

Pret to expand veggie arm with Eat deal

Pret a Manger is buying food chain Eat to "turbo charge" its Veggie Pret chain. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Wh4Qy5

EE to launch UK's first 5G service in May

EE will be first to market with 5G in the UK in six of the country's major cities. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WYwLA3

Huawei: ARM memo tells staff to stop working with China’s tech giant

Chinese company dealt "insurmountable" blow as chip designer says it must comply with US trade ban. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VV09L7

Huawei: ARM memo tells staff to stop working with China’s tech giant

Chinese company dealt "insurmountable" blow as chip designer says it must comply with US trade ban. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VV09L7

British Steel to enter insolvency

British Steel to enter insolvency, putting 5,000 UK jobs directly at risk and a further 20,000 in the supply chain from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JvkU9D

Artificial intelligence diagnoses lung cancer

AI appears better than specialist doctors at diagnosing the disease from lung scans, say researchers. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VC6xSb

Drone flown 'within 150ft' of passenger jet off Essex coast

The jet's pilots spotted the drone flying directly above them at high speed, a report said. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Hwbqsr

European elections 2019: Change UK increases Facebook ad spend

Change UK has spent more than £60,000 in the past week on the platform, while UKIP spent under £100. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VCHIpf

EE to launch UK's first 5G service in May

EE will be first to market with 5G in the UK in six of the country's major cities. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WYwLA3

Energy bills push inflation to 2019 high

Consumer inflation was 2.1% in April, boosted by energy price rises. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JWMmMA

Record penalty for firm in gas supply failures

Cadent left customers without supplies for an average of 19 days and had no records for 775 tower blocks. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EmXr66

Boeing 737 Max: China's top airlines seek compensation

China was the first country to ground the 737 Max in March after two fatal crashes involving the jets. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JwVcl5

M&S sales and profits fall amid shake-up

The retailer says it is making "good progress" as it pursues a programme of store closures. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VFgVJd

US firms in China fear 'retaliation' against Huawei curbs: AmCham

A top lobby group says US firms in China are worried about Beijing's response to curbs on Huawei. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JvJG9r

If a house was designed by machine, how would it look?

This house was designed using algorithms and machines. They chose complex, organic-looking forms. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2YJGbjj

If a house was designed by machine, how would it look?

This house was designed using algorithms and machines. They chose complex, organic-looking forms. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YJGbjj

British Steel future hanging in the balance

Anxious workers in Scunthorpe are waiting to hear the fate of the UK's second-biggest steel maker. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2QfdGqA

TalkTalk data breach customer details found online

Personal details for 4,545 TalkTalk customers stolen during a 2015 data breach are accessible online. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2wlriYt

Maternity rights bill could make things worse, campaigner says

Politicians want to extend women's legal protection against being made redundant when going back to work. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Qhtx8b

What went wrong at Jamie's Italian?

Stretched staff, cavernous premises and the curse of the coupon. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2weLZF6

How computing's first 'killer app' changed everything

Technology reshapes the workplace in much subtler ways than simply robots stealing jobs. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WhIhJC

Are barcodes the way to protect dementia patients?

How technology and community support is keeping people with dementia in Japan safe. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2wc4ZnW

How computing's first 'killer app' changed everything

Technology reshapes the workplace in much subtler ways than simply robots stealing jobs. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WhIhJC

Amazon set for facial recognition revolt

Investors are to vote on whether the firm should continue selling its facial ID tech to the police. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2YH3JFC

Urban Outfitters to rent out clothing

The retailer is launching a monthly subscription service for fashionistas who are happy to share. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VSiGrt

Shoe giants urge Trump to end trade war

Nike and Adidas are among 170 firms who claim higher tariffs are 'catastrophic' for consumers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JVNBeY

Bleach peddled as 'miracle' autism cure on YouTube

An investigation by Business Insider led the site to take down most - but not all - of the videos. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Hwj71P

Driverless cars: Cambridge University model cars 'talk' to avoid jams

Researchers say it shows driverless cars working together could improve traffic flow by at least 35%. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2LW5ahB

Female-voice AI reinforces bias, says UN report

Voice assistants need to be gender-neutral argues a UN study. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HG3d3C

Google changes policy on abortion advertising

Advertisers will be made to disclose whether they provide abortions before running ads in the US, UK and Ireland. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2EoaNyY

What are the EU rules about state aid?

What does the EU say about state aid and could Brexit make it easier? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JUfcNN

US warns of threat from Chinese drone companies

The alert raises concerns that the Chinese government might gain access to confidential data. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Wfr7fv

Holidaymakers hit as pound slides

As half-term holidays loom, the pound falls below $1.27 for the first time since January. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Webfdr

Jamie Oliver restaurant chains face collapse

UK celebrity chef Jamie Oliver’s restaurants face administration, putting up to 1,300 jobs at risk. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EmEwZl

Minecraft: 10 years on, what's next?

Ten years since Minecraft was first released, we've had a sneak peek at what the next ten years hold. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HsKI3Q

Over The Rainbow composer sues Apple and other tech firms for piracy

Harold Arlen's estate says Apple, Google and Amazon are conducting "massive piracy operations". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Wbvpor

Instagram: Facebook probes breach of millions of influencer accounts

An Indian company had stored the data of 49 million Instagram users in an unguarded online database. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Qbe8Gv

Electric cars still need to win over UK drivers

Only one in four people would consider buying a fully electric car in the next five years, a study says. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WQS9XW

Police facial recognition surveillance court case starts

Campaigners say police use of the technology is like taking DNA or fingerprints without consent. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HtUiDy

Ren Zhengfei says US government 'underestimates' Huawei

A dispute over Huawei has escalated with implications for the firm, the tech sector and consumers. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HuDe0h

Tesco Bank to stop offering mortgages

The bank has more than 23,000 mortgage customers, whose lending balances total £3.7bn. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HusQWn

British Steel on verge of administration

The UK's second-biggest steel maker has been seeking £75m in government backing to help it stay afloat. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JTCN19

Ren Zhengfei says US government 'underestimates' Huawei

A dispute over Huawei has escalated with implications for the firm, the tech sector and consumers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HuDe0h

Middlesbrough: Keeping the flames alive at final foundry

Sam Turner is the youngest member of a foundry team and is keen to keep the skills alive. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VCtG76

Teaching machines to write better adverts than humans

AI-powered advertising copywriters are coming, but can they be taught to be as inventive as humans? from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/30yUPvB

Teaching machines to write better adverts than humans

AI-powered advertising copywriters are coming, but can they be taught to be as inventive as humans? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/30yUPvB

How Japan is keeping people with dementia safe

Each year in Japan thousands of elderly dementia sufferers go missing, but technology can now help. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HuquXp

The Nobel prize-winner tackling Parkinson's disease

Nobel prize-winner Randy Schekman is launching a new project to tackle Parkinson's disease. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YH2A0r

Are barcodes the way to protect dementia patients?

How technology and community support is keeping people with dementia in Japan safe. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2wc4ZnW

Millions lost in 'celebrity-backed scams'

Celebrity influencers are being used to promote cryptoasset or currency trading schemes which are scams. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WW3jug

Premier League clubs 'fail to cash in on stadium rights'

Teams are missing out on £142m from their stadiums, with Man United's ground the most valuable asset, a report says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EkBWmw

Electric cars still need to win over UK drivers

Only one in four people would consider buying a fully electric car in the next five years, a study says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WQS9XW

'The bullying got worse and worse and I snapped'

How a troubled childhood gave investor Guy Hands the drive to succeed in life. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2w77pUD

Marathon Oil firm fined £1.16m for North Sea gas release

It happened on the Brae Alpha platform in 2015, luckily while most of the personnel were gathered for their Boxing Day meal. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2wbFwem

Ford announces 7,000 job cuts

The US car giant says it will shed 10% of its global workforce by the end of August to save $600m a year. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/30wxKtu

Huawei's Android loss: How it affects you

Google's move to end business ties with Huawei will affect current devices and future purchases. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2JS2XRK

Warning over using augmented reality in precision tasks

Those using headsets to complete tricky tasks over-estimate how well they perform, a study suggests. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2wa8b3m

Greenpeace activists inside boxes block BP headquarters

Those inside the containers have enough food and water to last them for a week, it is claimed. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WdP3A6

Thomas Cook reassures holidaymakers after shares plunge

Troubled travel firm has been reassuring customers who flooded the firm with concerns about holiday trips. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2W9fTta

Royal Mail to launch parcel postboxes

Customers will be able to post parcels in the same way as letters, as long as postage is pre-paid. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VxZ7Q5

Lloyds to create 500 jobs at new tech hub in Edinburgh

The banking group says it is responding to a shift in customer behaviour towards digital services. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HG0Bma

Revenge porn laws 'not working', says victims group

Victims should receive anonymity and laws need to include threats to share images, a victims group says. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2EjPgHE

Ryanair cautious on outlook as profits slide

Europe's biggest discount airline says profits could fall again as fuel prices rise and fares fall. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VPomCo

Billionaire Robert F Smith to pay entire US class's student debt

A US billionaire shocks graduating students in Atlanta by promising to pay off their student loans. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EuY9hZ

Japan economy beats expectations of slowdown

Analysts had tipped the world's third largest economy would shrink slightly at the start of 2019. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WTtaTN

Rail passengers lost 3.9m hours in 2018, Which? report says

About 80 trains a day were significantly late and another 660 trains per day were cancelled. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WVhPTg

Warning over 'new eurozone crisis'

Dr Lars Feld, one of the German Council of Economic Experts, was one of the first last year to warn of a slowdown in Europe's largest economy. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2W5Tv3Z

Google 'restricts Huawei's use of Android'

New Huawei smartphones will lose access to some of Google's programmes, Reuters news agency reports. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Ev3fL9

Google 'restricts Huawei's use of Android'

New Huawei smartphones will lose access to some of Google's programmes, Reuters news agency reports. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Ev3fL9

Manchester Airport cancels flights

A "power issue" affects fuelling at Manchester Airport, causing delays and cancellations. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HD2bW7

Commuters braced as railway timetables change

Rail firms and regulators say there will be no repeat of the chaos which hit the network in 2018. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LWUAac

Are our weddings too white?

Why it might be time to rethink the way we celebrate as more couples come from diverse backgrounds. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LSJZNK

The Google city that has angered Toronto

Canada is not Google's lab rat, say those protesting plans to build a smart city in Toronto. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2YwXP9O

The firms turning their workers into owners

Aficionados of employee-owned companies say it makes perfect business sense. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EhwTTN

How the humble brick built the world

Why bricks are still a vital building technology. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WOQqT1

HP buys US supercomputer maker Cray Inc

The firms hope to capture more of the market for data generated by areas such as artificial intelligence. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2w3h3aS

Minecraft Earth: Minecraft's answer to Pokemon Go

Newsbeat is one of the first to get a look at the newly announced Minecraft augmented reality game from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Vsj36Z

‘Booth babes’ cause controversy at business show

Visitors express surprise and dismay that an exhibitor used "booth babes" to attract attention to its stand. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VMyxaX

Trump delays tariffs on car imports

The decision is delayed to allow more time for trade talks with the European Union and Japan. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WJbMkx

American man accused in $9m net address theft

US prosecutors claim a "deceptive" scheme was used to take control of valuable net addresses. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VyzLSa

Pound slides to four-month low after Brexit talks end

Investors are pricing in a higher chance of the UK leaving the EU without a deal, say analysts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JMF6CU

Tesla Model 3: Autopilot engaged during fatal crash

The driver had not had his hands on the wheel for 10 seconds, a report has found. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2YxmdYX

Grumpy Cat internet legend dies

Hers was the feline face that launched a thousand memes, but Grumpy Cat is no more. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2JIpcJM

Thomas Cook shares 'worthless', says Citigroup

Shares in the travel firm plunge almost 30% after Citigroup says the company's shares have no value. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JIpBfg

EasyJet chief defends Champions League final flight costs

Johan Lundgren says demand for flights to Madrid for the Champions League final has forced up prices. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Ho8k9N

Boeing completes 737 Max software upgrade

The firm will seek certification from the US regulator which grounded the jet after two crashes. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WJ87TM

Big Bang Theory finally bows out

Fans say a [spoiler-free] goodbye to the US sitcom as its final episode airs in the US after 12 years. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HqrzQc

Health: Apps and technology could help 'patient power'

Apps and wearable technology are starting to help patients monitor their health and medicines. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2w2LT3l

Nasa plans first woman Moon mission and other news

BBC Click's Jen Copestake looks at some of the week's best technology stories. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HmQWSS

Amazon invests in Deliveroo food courier

Deliveroo says it is looking forward to working with "customer obsessed" Amazon. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HoWNXL

Oh Polly sorry for separate plus-sized Instagram account

Fashion brand Oh Polly had created a separate account for larger models, but has since deleted it. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2w0OPxk

Amazon invests in Deliveroo

The food courier has received backing from the online giant in its latest efforts to raise funds from investors. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HoWNXL

Facebook bans "inauthentic" accounts targeting Africa

Facebook blocked an Israeli firm it said was behind fake accounts mostly targeting elections in Africa. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EdHCyt

Facebook bans "inauthentic" accounts targeting Africa

Facebook blocked an Israeli firm it said was behind fake accounts mostly targeting elections in Africa. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2EdHCyt

LGBT harassment at work widespread, TUC survey suggests

Employers should be responsible from protecting staff from harassment, says the TUC. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EcUFAo

The doctor who invented 18 medical devices

Professionals are finding holes in the system and turning into entrepreneurs to fill gaps in the market. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VFril0

The pistachios that need police protection

In Sicily, police are moving to stop criminals stealing the island's pistachios ahead of this year's harvest. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LH5d0D

Bus services should be designed for young people, says watchdog

Transport Focus says tickets need to be easier to buy and recommends firms install onboard wi-fi. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YyKKN7

Boeing completes 737 Max software upgrade

The firm will seek certification from the US regulator which grounded the jet after two crashes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WJ87TM

British Steel raises funds as it seeks 'permanent solution'

The firm has borrowed money from its backers as it seeks a "permanent solution" to its financial woes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Q67ukM

Metro Bank announces £350m fundraising to bolster finances

The lender has begun selling new shares to bolster its finances, in bid a to allay fears about its future. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2w1E6mi

Hawksmoor wine mistake: How is any bottle worth £4,500?

Experts explain why wine can be priced at thousands of pounds, how it tastes, and who buys it. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Hy9luP

UK to scrap passenger landing cards

Passengers landing at UK airports will no longer have to complete landing cards, the Home Office says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Yz2U1c

Five seater self-flying air taxi unveiled

Lilium says the craft, which had its first test flight this month, could travel 300km in an hour. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2LOTgX5

Five seater self-flying air taxi unveiled

Lilium says the craft, which had its first test flight this month, could travel 300km in an hour. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LOTgX5

Global education X-Prize awards $10m

A British charity wins $5m for an app designed to monitor how children learn. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HndbYQ

Russian bots rigged Voice Kids TV talent show result

A 10-year-old singer wins a Russian TV talent show thanks to thousands of fraudulent votes. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2W5lIYp

Huawei: China threatens to retaliate over US sanctions

US-China tensions have risen after President Trump imposed measures widely thought to target Huawei. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Jnn0Is

Pret a Manger 'to buy Eat' in vegetarian push

The sandwich chain is reported to be in talks to buy rival Eat to turn its 94 stores into vegetarian outlets. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Yy7lcF

Driverless lorry allowed on public Swedish roads

The lorry will move slowly but can carry tonnes of goods. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VEpCYZ

BT staff to get £500 in shares every year

The awards are meant to improve motivation as the firm continues with a difficult turnaround plan. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EfFw1b

GozNym cyber-crime gang which stole millions busted

The gang was recruited on online forums and the malware they developed leased to others. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VGNds0

Tesla to update battery software after recent car fires

The move follows reports that a parked car caught fire in Hong Kong, after a similar incident in Shanghai. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VHwTXO

From sleeping on the streets to designing for Ted Baker

Last year Jamal Reilly was sleeping rough on the streets of London. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VrCwES

Global virus fear prompts update for old Windows

Fears that a massive computer virus outbreak is imminent prompt Microsoft to update old software from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VD7RJs

EU fines banks €1bn for currency rigging

The European Commission fines five banks a total of €1.07bn for forming cartels to rig currency trading. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2w2dthi

US-China trade war: What is President Trump's strategy?

China has various options at its disposal, beyond tariffs, in the power struggle with the United States. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/30r8tk2

Thomas Cook says Brexit hitting holiday plans

The tour operator reports a huge first half loss and says it has received bids for its airline. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WOtHpU

Tesla to update battery software after recent car fires

The move follows reports that a parked car caught fire in Hong Kong, after a similar incident in Shanghai. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VHwTXO

What has happened to energy since privatisation?

What has happened to bills, profits and how the UK compares with the rest of the EU? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HnuYzb

HS2 will 'short change' the the North, say peers

HS2 does not offer value for money and could "short change" the North, warns Lords committee. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WKQToZ

Government announces new register for retail landlords

New BBC research into who owns the High Street prompts government announcement on a new register for landlords. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EejUSR

Trump declares emergency over IT threats

The US president declares a national emergency to protect US networks from "foreign adversaries". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2JlVKdm

Trump declares emergency over IT threats

President Trump declares a national emergency to protect US computer networks from "foreign adversaries" from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JlVKdm

New York's Met museum to shun Sackler family donations

The Sackler family owns Purdue Pharma, which manufactures opioids linked to the deaths of thousands. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JlIhCj

MPs ask Instagram chiefs about suicide poll

App chiefs are questioned by MPs a day after the apparent suicide of a Malaysian teenager. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HllAf9

Trump-branded properties 'underperforming'

A Trump tax consultant reportedly said "some negative connotation is associated with the brand". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JkFY2v

Tech giants pledge to limit online terror content

The pledge was made by executives at a Paris summit prompted by the New Zealand mosque attacks. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2LIp4wD

Labour's energy plan 'last thing' National Grid needs

The firm behind the UK's energy networks says the party's plans would delay the switch to green energy. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Jm9Ifo

China's Xi Jinping urges openness amid US trade war

The Chinese leader says it is "stupid" to believe in racial superiority as tensions with the US rise. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WRuDdr

Selena Gomez says social media is 'terrible' for young people

The actress and singer urges people to set time limits on their online activity. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HkN04M

Eurovision stream interrupted by Tel Aviv bomb animation

The state broadcaster's live stream showed a video of the host city being bombed. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2YwF9am

WhatsApp hack: Is any app or computer truly secure?

How much trust should be put in apps and devices after the WhatsApp security breach? from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Q8nov4

DJI Osmo Action camera poses threat to GoPro

The Chinese firm launches an action camera with built-in stabilisation and a front colour screen. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2JIXpcf

British Transport Police website hacked

BTP says some staff details have been leaked after its website's news section was hacked. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2LIQWAU

Loan charge - retrospective tax bills for freelancers

IT contractors, oil and gas workers, locum doctors, social workers and nurses who took advice from accountants, recruitment firms and tax advisers face unexpected tax demands. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HinywS

What's the secret of life satisfaction?

It's not what you earn, it's the way that you spend it, say statisticians, but health matters most. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2W7vwRN

Richer Sounds boss wants 'to do the right thing'

Julian Richer's decision to hand ownership of his company to staff confirms his unorthodox approach. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WLPgaH

Pilots 'raised Boeing safety fears' months before Ethiopia crash

American Airlines pilots reportedly raised concerns months before the second deadly 737 Max crash. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Hk5anj

Amazon launches collection points at Next stores

Next says the collection points will help it to stay relevant in a "tough" retail environment. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WH5Ic9

Intel Zombieload bug to slow data centre computers

Chip-maker says it expects the fixes will see data centres experience the biggest performance hit. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VqkD99

Asda could be listed on the stock market after blocked merger

Walmart considers listing its Asda business after its merger deal with rival Sainsbury's was blocked. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VsBCYs

Phone and internet users to get end-of-contract alerts

Internet, pay-TV, and phone subscribers in the UK must be told when their lock-ins are about to end. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Q7SOSi

Phone and internet users to get end-of-contract alerts

Internet, pay-TV, and phone subscribers in the UK must be told when their lock-ins are about to end. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Q7SOSi

Aeolus: Wind-mapping space laser is losing power

Europe's Aeolus spacecraft is gathering fantastic new data on global winds - but it's also got a problem. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VYX8bz

Trump says Fed could help 'win' trade war with China

Mr Trump suggests the Fed could help the US 'win' its trade war if it 'matches' China's stimulus efforts. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HpjwSd

Christchurch attacks: May to call for curbs on internet terror

The PM says "we need to do more" to stop online extremism after the Christchurch mosque attacks. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2LLIJf8

Huawei says willing to sign 'no-spy' agreements

The Chinese telecoms firm has drawn international scrutiny amid concerns it poses a security risk. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WLWo6S

Conjuring designs from thin air in a virtual world

How virtual reality tech is finally beginning to fulfil its potential for business. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YrliJG

William Hill advert linked betting to sexual success

A William Hill advert that appeared on Tinder broke advertising rules, a watchdog rules. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Q0X5GS

Payday loan complaints reach five year high

The behaviour of some loan firms is deemed 'unacceptable' by the watchdog, the Financial Ombudsman Service. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Q3y6mf

Diet pills sold to teenager by UK stores, BBC report finds

Boots, Superdrug and Holland & Barrett tested allowed 17-year-old to purchase diet pills, a BBC investigation has revealed. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2w14nkE

William Hill advert linked betting to sexual success

A William Hill advert that appeared on Tinder broke advertising rules, a watchdog rules. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Q0X5GS

San Francisco is first US city to ban facial recognition

The city voted against the emerging technology amid fears of invasion of privacy and unreliability. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Ho8BbF

Wikipedia blocked in China in all languages

The country had previously only blocked the Chinese language version of the site. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2JEeILr

Metro Bank hopes to unveil fresh funding

The troubled bank hopes to announce it has secured hundreds of millions of pounds in new investment. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VV1DEn

Smart meters: Why they are driving some people mad

Energy customers are under pressure to install smart meters, but many just don't function properly. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vY7ryk

Virgin mobile outage hits customers across the UK

Customers across the UK are struggling to make calls, send text messages and use mobile data. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Hj72wL

'Hard-to-fix' Cisco flaw puts work email at risk

Security researchers have found serious vulnerabilities in some Cisco devices. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2JFEoaP

Virgin mobile outage hits customers across the UK

Customers across the UK are struggling to make calls, send text messages and use mobile data. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Hj72wL

Richer Sounds staff to get windfall as founder hands over shares

Some 522 staff will get an average of £8,000 after Julian Richer hands over 60% stake in the retailer. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vYKniI

British Steel seeks government loan for 'Brexit issues'

The steelmaker says it is seeking another government loan amid reports it is close to administration. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2W2KFDR

Advice and tips on what to do following the WhatsApp cyber attack and protect your device

Wake Up To Money's Sean Farrington joins Nicky Campbell for a Your Call special in the wake of the WhatsApp hack on how you can protect your device from cyber attack. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WNpi6U

Markets calm amid hopes for US-China talks

China says the two countries are in touch, but does not say if trade talks will resume. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Vq43X0

Vodafone's 5G UK service to launch in July

The firm will offer its next-generation mobile network to businesses and the public in seven cities. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VpmQSq

Vodafone's 5G UK service to launch in July

The firm will offer its next-generation mobile network to businesses and the public in seven cities. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VpmQSq

Amazon launches collection points at Next stores

Next says the collection points will help it to stay relevant in a "tough" retail environment. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WH5Ic9

Cow & Gate in baby food recall from major supermarkets

The company says a baby food product - Cheesy Broccoli Bake - may contain fragments of rubber. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Yq3IWf

UK jobless rate falls to lowest since mid-70s

The unemployment rate fell to 3.8% in the first three months of the year, official figures show. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Hm7pWe

US jury awards $2bn damages in Roundup weedkiller cancer claim

A Californian couple said the glyphosate-based product Roundup had caused their cancer. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VWn08h

Vodafone cuts payout to shareholders

The reduction in the dividend contradicts a pledge six months ago to maintain the payment. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WJCDNd

Conjuring designs from thin air in a virtual world

How virtual reality tech is finally beginning to fulfil its potential for business. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2YrliJG

Who loses out in the US-China trade war?

Donald Trump says tariffs are benefitting the US, but economists disagree. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VAm9ul

Bring your own lunchbox to cut plastic waste, says charity

The UK's growing lunch-on-the-go habit is creating nearly 11bn items of waste a year, say campaigners. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/30j3W3i

Ex-Google boss defends multiple controversies

On tax, China and treatment of women, Eric Schmidt tells BBC he will defend Google for a "very long time". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VZqNSg

Autonomy ex-finance chief sentenced to jail for HP fraud

Sushovan Hussain faces five years in prison for fraud linked to the $11bn sale of Autonomy to HP. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LFpfJ9

When misinformation online leads to death threats

Three stories of what happens when false information is spread about you on social media sites. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HeYpTM

Apple faces customer lawsuit over app store

Apple charges 30% commission on all app purchases, but there is nowhere else for iPhone users to buy them. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/30kHS8D

Apple faces customer lawsuit over app store

Apple charges 30% commission on all app purchases, but there is nowhere else for iPhone users to buy them. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/30kHS8D

Android pioneer HTC stages retreat from China

The phone-maker is closing its online stores on Alibaba and JD.com's platforms in the country. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2YoxFGf

Swindon Honda closure 'a body blow', says Unite

Honda said "no viable alternative" to the Swindon plant closure had been found during consultation. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2E6sx1M

Uber shares drop further as markets slide

The ride-sharing app sees falls further below its float price amid wider market turmoil. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vSsBhd

Tech giants 'failing' to protect children

Facebook, Google, Apple, BT and Microsoft are to give evidence to the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HgQYf5

Monsanto 'compiled dossier' on political opponents

French authorities investigate the chemical firm over a database of 200 high-profile critics. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vWwRwc

BBC building 'public service algorithm'

The broadcaster wants to "pop your bubble" by streaming programmes that challenge your world view. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VnR0Fu

Shared 'hubs' urged for bankless towns

MPs are urging banks to create and fund shared hubs when there is a threat to a town's last branch. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JyiiqF

China hits back in trade war with US

China says it will impose new tariffs on some US imports from 1 June, extending a mutual trade war. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VUTjo0

Facial recognition tech 'should be dropped over race issues'

Black and minority ethic groups could suffer because of poor police facial recognition tech, say campaigners. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2YqYycq

Two Saudi oil tankers 'sabotaged' in the Gulf

It is not known who carried out the alleged attack, which comes amid heightened tension in the area. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HhfVFP

Metro Bank shares continue to slide

The bank says it plans to issue fresh shares as concerns persist over its financial health. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VfTnu4

Funeral firm Dignity dented by death rate fall

The funeral provider says its profits for 2019 are likely to be lower because fewer people have died. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VUzKMA

British Gas owner says trading 'challenging'

Centrica warns that warm weather and falling prices will affect its results this year. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WGS1dl

Pakistan to get $6bn IMF lifeline to ease economic crisis

The country has faced a growing economic crisis with dwindling foreign currency reserves. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Jhi9ID

Financial crisis 'scarred' younger workers

People who began work between 2008 and 2011 have had lower pay and worse job prospects, says a report. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LDRebW

Why Canada is a guinea pig for global markets

Facebook is not the only firm to test new innovations in Canada before launching them globally. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Jh4ly1

'Delegate everything to your team'

Shopping service CEO Oscar Pierre says a boss needs to "delegate everything to your team". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JgBBVV

US will suffer from tariffs, Trump aide Larry Kudlow admits

Larry Kudlow admits Americans will pay for tariffs on Chinese goods, contradicting the president. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HfS0Yy

Whitehall food bank set up after pay error

A small number of staff employed by outsourcing contractor ISS have been affected by the issue. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LEGier

Arriva sues government over East Midlands franchise

The train operator joins rival Stagecoach in taking legal action over the government's decision. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JFHGdQ

Metro Bank says cash lifeline talks 'advanced'

The bank says plans to raise £350m are "well advanced" as it tries to quell rumours about its financial health. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/30dODZB

Fraud victim's two-year fight with bank ends in victory

After two years, fraud victim Alex Luke says she's "delighted" to be refunded her stolen money. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WCD8sD

Rich List 2019: Hinduja brothers top rankings for third time

The Sunday Times' list of the UK's 1,000 richest people includes its first ever black female entrepreneur. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/305ohJc

US states file lawsuit accusing drugs firms of inflating costs

Twenty pharmaceutical companies are accused of artificially inflating the cost of medicinal drugs. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VwsKpz

Social media: Senior police officer calls for boycott over abuse images

The UK's leading child protection police officer says action is needed to force firms to act. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2E1wtB4

Facebook sues analytics firm Rankwave over alleged data misuse

The network accuses South Korean firm Rankwave of using "at least 30" apps to unlawfully scrape data. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VAjEbK

Labour pledges £10 minimum wage for under-18s

The government says a lower pay rate for younger people helps reduce youth unemployment. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/30aN3rC

Leicester: A city fighting fast-fashion sweatshops

Fast-fashion has caused a resurgence in Leicester’s textiles industry – but it's come at the expense of some workers' rights. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Varrru

The hairdressing salon that got rid of mirrors

A hairdressing salon in London has got rid of mirrors, so customers can contemplate art. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VtSX8x

Compensation possible for London Capital & Finance investors

UK financial compensation scheme says shafted investors could have grounds for a claim, reversing earlier stance from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2E1i5Zo

Rihanna makes history with new fashion label Fenty

The singer is the first woman of colour to lead a house under the LVMH brand. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YkhDNA

Uber shares fall on stock market debut

The ride-hailing app enters a new era as a publicly listed firm, but loses ground in early trading. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VZNENe

Amazon stops selling 'toxic' goods for children in US

Products high in toxic metals were being sold to children, a US investigation finds. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2E2dyWw

Brexit fears caused car parts firm to stockpile

Brexit worries meant car parts maker Pressmark tied up needed cash in stockpiling materials. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vPeTeP

Potato farmers to seek payout from PepsiCo

Indian potato farmers to seek "compensation for harassment and intimidation" from US giant PepsiCo. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VagINT

Thyssenkrupp expects EU to block Tata steel merger

Concessions have not soothed European Commission concerns over the proposed deal, Thyssenkrupp says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Ves2IE

Could aviation ever be less polluting?

The aircraft industry has to cut greenhouse gases but air travel is growing, so what's the answer? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vQ62cZ

Instagram blocks vaccine hoax hashtags

Instagram will block hashtags spreading "verifiably false" information about vaccinations. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2LAvwph

Delta Airlines staff told 'don't unionise, buy video games'

Posters discouraging Delta staff from joining a union prompt a significant backlash on social media. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Jso78O

Fashion chain Select falls into administration

The High Street fashion chain, with 169 stores across the UK, falls into administration. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JieUB1

UK economy rebounds in first quarter

The UK economy grew 0.5% in the first three months of 2019, official figures show. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WDEdAk

How the chainsaw became a million dollar idea.

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

Hamleys: India's richest man Mukesh Ambani buys iconic toy store

The 62-year-old who is said to be worth $50b has bought over the world's oldest toy retailer. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YligX0

Jeff Bezos unveils Moon lander concept

Blue Origins claims that the lunar lander will be able to take humans to the Moon's south pole by 2024. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/304tSzD

Jeff Bezos unveils Moon lander concept

Blue Origins claims that the lunar lander will be able to take humans to the Moon's south pole by 2024. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/304tSzD

Does GDP tell the whole economic story?

The government's official number-crunchers realise that we need new ways to measure living standards. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YjyfVO

Trade war: US and Chinese firms braced for tariff shock

A US-China trade war would be bad for the world economy and financial markets, analysts warn. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Vdaahc

Why the Royal Mint stopped making 20p coins

Figures reveal the Royal Mint did not produce a single 20p coin or £2 coin in 2017, but why? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VoQsnM

Uber float to value firm at $45 a share

Ride hailing taxi app firm Uber's flotation on the New York Stock Exchange values the firm at $82bn. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2H908c6

Trade war: China-US talks to resume amid threat of new tariffs

Fresh talks are set to begin amid threats of new tariffs and warnings over the global economy. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YhTebm

Facebook 'auto-generated' extremist video

A study found some content for terror groups was being generated by Facebook's own systems. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2vOyiwI

Data breaches a 'time bomb', warns security report

Verizon's head of global security services is surprised more breaches have not become public. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2V9jUcA

Harry's razor brand bought by Wilkinson Sword owner for $1.4bn

The firm, which helped to shake up the industry by selling direct to consumers, is just six years old. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2H8Ydo2

UK has first coal-free week for a century

The UK has gone more than a week without coal-powered electricity for the first time for a century. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VSuhpw

Zavvi gets red card from customers over football blunder

The online retailer apologies after telling customers they had won a VIP trip to the Champions League final. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DSK6lV

Loot boxes should be banned, says US senator

A US senator wants games aimed at children banned from offering in-game spending. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WxbGwr

Amazon sellers hit by 'extensive' fraud campaign

Cyber-thieves siphoned cash from people who sell their stuff through Amazon's online store. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VRwbH2

Yolo: Viral Snapchat app raises abuse concerns

Child safety campaigners are worried about an app that lets Snapchat users post anonymous messages. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2PVwL15

Climate change: Half world's biggest airlines don't offer carbon offsetting

Half the world's biggest airlines are not giving flyers the opportunity to offset the CO2 from their flights. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WB09vW

Millennials 'wrongly relying on inherited money'

Many young adults have unrealistic expectations of buying a home with the money, a survey suggests. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DW5SFu

Debenhams administrators reject all bids

The department store chain will remain in the hands of its lenders and press ahead with turnaround plan. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LvTthv

Australia's A$50 note misspells responsibility

Australia's A$50 note has a blunder in the small print - and it took more than six months to spot. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2J82AmN

Grenfell Tower: Government to pay £200m for safer cladding

Ministers had previously said owners of private residential tower blocks in England should foot the bill. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DVEsQ4

Superdry issues profit warning

Fashion chain says weak wholesale and online performance mean profits will be "below market expectations". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Vb8jcK

Would you buy a home made from poo?

Dried sewage from Europe's largest treatment works in east London is being turned into house bricks. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WwtGHh

Amazon accused of failing pregnant workers

Another discrimination claim against Amazon once again throws a spotlight on its working conditions. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2V9L96z

Will a trade deal end US-China rivalry?

Chinese trade negotiators are in Washington to try to hammer out a deal between the world’s two largest economies. But will an agreement end the rivalry between the two? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZYhHnM

Is Eritrea coming in from the cold?

After years of sanctions and war, can the African country finally realise its economic potential? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WBYXso

Rail passengers losing out on compensation due to demands

Passengers are required to submit up to 24 pieces of information to make a claim, says Which?. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LzbUC2

What do drivers think of Uber?

As the company prepares to sell its shares, the BBC talks to two drivers about what it's like to work there. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VWAkt0

Trade war: US-China trade battle in five charts

Talks resume on Thursday after President Trump escalated the trade war with the threat of new tariffs. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VaFo8G

Government was warned about Brexit ferry payouts

The government was warned last year that its procurement of no-deal Brexit ferry services would not withstand a legal challenge. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vO4y2I

Iran nuclear deal: Trump raises pressure with sanctions on metals

Donald Trump includes industrial metals in sanctions, as Tehran curbs compliance with the 2015 deal. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DXE3wp

Stagecoach legal action over East Midlands railway franchise

The Transport Secretary barred the firm from bidding for the contract last month over pension issues. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2V5JXRS

China vows 'necessary countermeasures' on Trump tariffs

Beijing says it will take "necessary countermeasures" if the US raises tariffs on Chinese goods on Friday. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2J920F0

CES 2019: Sex toy reawarded robotics prize

The Las Vegas tech show organisers faced outrage in January after banning the vibrator. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2JrS1KD

'This will help so many allergy sufferers'

The parents of a girl who died after eating a Pret sandwich have welcomed new proposals to list ingredients. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DWiTyS

Amazon accused of failing pregnant workers

Another discrimination claim against Amazon once again throws a spotlight on its working conditions. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2V9L96z

Trump: billion dollar losses were "for tax purposes"

Trump tweets back at the New York Times that his billion dollar property empire losses were "for tax purposes" from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2V6cyGM

Food authority recommends 'label all ingredients' law

Restaurants should list all ingredients to avoid allergy tragedies, the Food Standards Agency recommends. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/307gZVe

Mike Pompeo set to issue Huawei warning on UK visit

The secretary of state is expected to raise US concerns about Chinese firm's involvement in UK's 5G network. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2V7UHyU

China replaces PUBG with patriotic game

The launch of PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds in China has been scrapped. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2JoLS1G

David Attenborough hopes for rave hit

The broadcaster wants DJs to remix his 1956 recording of a Balinese gamelan ensemble. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Yg9jyb

Binance exchange hackers steal bitcoins worth $41m

A major crypto-currency exchange is hacked but the owners say they will cover the loss. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2LuBZSA

House prices 'rebounded in April'

UK house prices picked up in April after a fall during the previous month, the Halifax says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VjXuu5

KPMG fined £5m over Co-operative Bank audit

The accountancy firm is "severely reprimanded" after it admits misconduct in its 2009 audit. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VLwjYB

CEO Secrets: 'Buying a beer gave me my big break'

MediaCom boss Stephen Allan tells how an unusual tactic gave him his big break in the ad industry. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2J6J6if

The retail revolution: How mail order changed middle-class life

By offering a range of goods at low prices, mail order helped transform middle-class life. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Jo2jLx

Tesco and Argos caught selling knives to teenager

Some branches of Tesco and Argos tested did not stop a 16-year-old's purchase, a BBC investigation finds. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/302I6kv

Uber drivers stage strikes over pay and conditions

The protests are ahead of the company's plan to sell shares to investors on the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2V5iAHr

Business rates entrench regional inequalities, says CBI

Long gaps between rate revaluations punish areas that are struggling, the CBI says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/304X3lR

World markets slump amid US-China trade tensions

The Dow Jones falls more than 2% after Donald Trump's threat of new tariffs on Chinese exports. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Y6RvFM

Google reveals lower-cost Pixel 3a phones and Nest Hub Max

The Pixel 3a phones are about half the cost of earlier models, while the smart screen gets a camera. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2JmHWP2

BHP Billiton 'woefully negligent' over Brazil dam collapse

BHP Billiton is accused of being "woefully negligent" before a deadly dam collapse in 2015. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VR5QIY

Holiday fraud: 'How we were caught out'

The holiday-makers whose dream breaks were ruined by alleged fraudsters. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2H6vuRQ

Basic income of £48 a week in UK urged

Tax reliefs should be scrapped to give every adult and child a basic weekly income, a report suggests. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VVEUrO

Microsoft Word AI 'to improve writing'

A new tool in Word promises to make writing clearer and more concise. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Lv4uj9

How offshore wind power is re-energising Great Yarmouth

Multi-billion offshore wind projects hint at a brighter future for the economy in Great Yarmouth. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JkkwJX

1MDB: US to return $200m in funds to Malaysia as part of probe

US authorities have begun transferring millions of dollars allegedly misappropriated from state fund 1MDB. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2J4rrYp

Social media effect 'tiny' in teenagers, large study finds

Family, friends and school life all have a greater impact on life satisfaction, researchers say. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2vEUt8q

Purplebricks founder Michael Bruce quits after 'disappointing' year

The online estate agency apologises for its "disappointing" performance over the past 12 months. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vGRImW

The offshore wind turbines getting people off benefits

Gwyn Evans has been unemployed for six months but a free course has helped him get a job earning up to £40,000. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DPDG6Y

Why is the white hot Chinese tech sector cooling down?

China's economy is still growing, but many tech companies are feeling the chill. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VPXNMG

Fraudsters 'stole £7m' from holidaymakers in 2018

Victims of bogus airline tickets or fake accommodation lose £1,380 on average, research suggests. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PQKYMC

Gold: Gordon Brown's sale remains controversial 20 years on

Two decades after the UK chancellor sold huge gold reserves, people still can't decide if it was a good idea. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vHeBGY

'I turn off the doorbell when I work from home'

The number of people working from home has almost doubled in 10 years, according to new research. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PQmlzq

How to stay focused when working from home

The benefits and pitfalls for the increasing number of people working from home. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vHeA5S

Why is the white hot Chinese tech sector cooling down?

China's economy is still growing, but many tech companies are feeling the chill. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VPXNMG

Ministers spend extra £160m on Brexit consultant contracts

It comes after the government signed £100m of Brexit consultant contracts in February. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vG4gLc

Young pop stars 'get crucified' by media says Portman director

The director of a new film about a troubled pop singer says the industry is tough on younger stars. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ZZaaVI

France Telecom suicides: Former bosses go on trial

They are accused of "moral harassment" following a spate of suicides among staff in the late 2000s. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2LlJzPs

Google ads promote firms charging extra for services

A search for the term "driving licence application" leads to a firm charging £49 for a free change of address. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Y38RmW

Google ads promote firms charging extra for services

A search for the term "driving licence application" leads to a firm charging £49 for a free change of address. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Y38RmW

France Telecom suicides: Former bosses go on trial

They are accused of "moral harassment" following a spate of suicides among staff in the late 2000s. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LlJzPs

YouTuber Austin Jones gets 10 year prison sentence

The musician had pleaded guilty to enticing underage girls to send him explicit videos and photos. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vEVqgX

YouTuber Austin Jones gets 10 year prison sentence

The musician had pleaded guilty to enticing underage girls to send him explicit videos and photos. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2vEVqgX

Boeing admits knowing of 737 Max problem

The firm says it uncovered a problem with its 737 Max jets a year before the first fatal crash. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DP3ujO

Lady Latrine: 'Why I rate toilets I visit on Instagram'

Rating them out of 10, Lady Latrine says it is "not about shaming" but "celebrating". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ZXw2Rr

Boeing admits knowing of 737 Max safety issue

The firm says it uncovered a problem with its 737 Max jets a year before the first fatal crash. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DP3ujO

Facebook bets on stars in quest for sales

The company wants high-profile users to sell goods on its platforms. But will we still buy? from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2V0wKtE

China stocks tumble on Trump tariff threat

Mr Trump's threats cast doubt over a US-China trade deal that some expected to be finalised this week. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZXAiAp

Shareholders 'not stopping excessive executive pay'

Rules that let shareholders veto excessive executive pay have failed, new research suggests. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2H3eoEj

'I came home and he had put my car up for sale'

The husband and wife team who sold their car and home to get their wedding business up and running. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Y4jFkM

Trump to raise tariffs on $200bn of Chinese goods

The US president will raise duties on $200bn of imports because trade deal talks are moving "too slowly". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VNWvBH

Buffett seeks UK investment despite Brexit

Billionaire investor Warren Buffett says he is eyeing UK assets "no matter how Brexit turns out". from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZZfskg

Traffic-free days begin in Edinburgh city centre

A number of Edinburgh's city centre streets are being closed to traffic in an attempt to reduce air pollution. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PL1Q7r

Could you move your company to a four-day week?

There are growing calls for businesses to cut the standard working week from five days to just four. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/300487c

Facebook bets on its stars in the quest for sales

The company wants high-profile users to sell goods on its platforms. But will we still buy? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2V0wKtE

Is WeWork really worth nearly $50bn?

The provider of trendy office space is set to float on the stockmarket but is its valuation justified? from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2vFXu8c

M&S closures: A tale of two stores

The BBC visits an M&S store that is closing and another that is seen as the future. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GWhWXL

Connecting my bird box camera to the web

Lucy the blue tit is being live-streamed on YouTube after her bird box was connected to the web. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UZ4Qy3

The M&S stores closing their doors for the final time

The century-old retailer is closing shops as it plans to make a third of clothing and homeware sales online. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WoE3N5

How Avengers put Disney at the top of the charts

How Avengers: Endgame helped make Disney the dominant force in world cinema. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PMxhhw

HMRC forced to delete five million voice files

The UK's tax authority is deleting recordings of taxpayers' voices that broke privacy rules. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DM9idP

US unemployment rate at 49-year low

The world's largest economy added 263,000 jobs in April, while the jobless rate fell to 3.6%. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GYZFui

HMRC forced to delete five million voice files

The UK's tax authority is deleting recordings of taxpayers' voices that broke privacy rules. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DM9idP

Crossrail: 'Unrealistic timeframe' caused delays

A focus on meeting the December 2018 deadline contributed to the spiralling budget of Crossrail, a report says. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2V09ifU

Russia tightens grip on its national net

What people do online will come under closer government scrutiny as the law is passed in Russia. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GXwjvb

German arrests as police attack dark web drugs market

Police in Europe and the US raid a huge dark web marketplace for drugs and stolen data. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ZSHihP

Shopping centre owner Intu hit by store slump

Lakeside, Trafford Centre and Metrocentre owner Intu blames retail downturn for a "challenging" 2019. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VLNk4C

HSBC first quarter profit jumps as costs drop

The bank's boss, John Flint, says the result is "encouraging" in a climate of global economic uncertainty. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UWbO6T

Turner Prize drops drops Stagecoach sponsorship

The arts prize faced criticism for the deal with a company linked to an anti-gay rights campaigner. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DKYIU6

Insys Therapeutics founder John Kapoor convicted in US opioid case

Former billionaire John Kapoor was found guilty of bribing doctors to prescribe addictive painkillers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UVGe9x

Could high-flying drones power your home one day?

How kites and drones could generate electricity to supplement conventional wind turbines. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Ltiw4G

Future of 1p and 2p coins secured 'for years to come'

The Treasury decides to continue with copper coins and sets a plan to ensure people have access to cash. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZSVBDl

Peer-to-peer rewards: ‘Why I tip my colleagues at work’

Peer-to-peer micro-bonuses could soon change the dynamic in the UK’s workplaces. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UVIIVd

How the vacuum flask became a million dollar idea.

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how the vacuum flask became a best-selling product. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZR4du3

Vegan food firm Beyond Meat valued at $3bn after shares rise

Beyond Meat, which makes vegan burgers and sausages, has had a stunning debut on New York's Nasdaq stock exchange. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Wi7nEN

Trump pick Stephen Moore drops out of Federal Reserve race

Stephen Moore withdraws from Federal Reserve contention amid criticism of his views and sexist comments. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WjGwZl

Beyond Meat: Shares in vegan burger company double

The vegan burger firm saw its share price double as trading began on Wall Street. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VFXZhh

Life-saving kidney delivered by drone

The US flight required a specially-designed drone which was able to maintain and monitor the organ. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VDpnfN

Whisky tourist site set to go ahead at former Frasers store in Edinburgh

Drinks giant Diageo's plans for the former House of Fraser building in Edinburgh are due to be passed next week. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IVtCh2

Carney warns of more interest rate rises than expected

Bank of England chief Mark Carney said there could be more interest rate increases than currently thought. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JgDnG1

Barclays sees off Edward Bramson as rebel investor concedes defeat

Edward Bramson concedes a majority of shareholders have voted against his attempt to join the board. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PGfmJA

E-voting by touch-screen trialled in local elections

Voters in Gateshead are being invited to trial a new e-voting system. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ZSpDXx

Bank raises growth outlook on global economy

A more stable global economy has prompted the Bank of England to raise its growth forecast for the UK this year. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UTQ0ZM

Stagecoach 'asked to take on £1.6bn pensions risk'

The firm says it refused to accept rail franchise pensions risks with limited government protection. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PGIekV