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Dozens working on the MSN site look set to be replaced by AI, media reports say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2AkYzbh

Coronavirus: 'Our business can now get cracking' after lockdown

Outdoor markets and car showrooms in England are allowed to reopen from Monday amid the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2AopEuc

Make Covid-19 recovery green, say business leaders

Well-known firms such as Asda and Lloyds Bank are urging ministers to prioritise the environment. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3eFAdYP

Coronavirus: How safe is it to get on a plane?

Many airlines are planning to resume flying, but they first need to reduce the risks of Covid-19. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Xdq5QY

SpaceX Nasa Mission: Astronauts welcomed to the space station

Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken have floated into the International Space Station. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36KVvBk

SpaceX Nasa Mission: Astronaut capsule docks with ISS

Nasa astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken have successfully docked with the ISS after 19 hours in orbit. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2BkwpxJ

Mining firm Rio Tinto sorry for destroying Aboriginal caves

The caves in Western Australia sheltered prehistoric people in the Ice Age 46,000 years ago. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36MdwiF

Amazon UK website defaced with racist abuse

The online giant blames a "bad actor" for the language appearing alongside multiple product listings. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zCKN3Z

Amazon UK website defaced with racist abuse

The online giant blames a "bad actor" for the language appearing alongside multiple product listings. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2zCKN3Z

Microsoft 'to replace journalists with robots'

Dozens working on the MSN site look set to be replaced by AI, media reports say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2AkYzbh

Supernatural: The next-generation keep-fit coach?

Will virtual reality fitness classes lead a revolution in home workouts - or is it a passing craze? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XktLka

Coronavirus: Pret a Manger plans rent talks in bid to avoid closures

The sandwich chain is "radically" changing its business model in the wake of the coronavirus epidemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2B9vtMn

SpaceX launch: Nasa astronauts blast off to the International Space Station

Two astronauts launched into orbit for historic mission to the International Space Station. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Mb9R4A

Nasa SpaceX launch: Astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken attempt launch for second time

The historic mission to the ISS is the first crewed outing from American soil in nine years. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3couEwo

‘Why I recreated my local pub in virtual reality’

Tristan Cross taught himself how to make the 3D models from scratch by watching YouTube videos. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36JSMYR

Coronavirus: Debenhams makes some restaurant employees redundant

Retailer Debenhams makes staff in some of its cafes redundant after going into administration. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TP4DzS

Coronavirus: Renters struggle most with pandemic costs, report says

Private renters are struggling with housing costs more than mortgage-payers, new research suggests. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36PIiaE

'Hackers burned my hand with computer virus'

Student's computer overheated after it was hit with a "crypto-jacking" attack. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XesPNT

Kylie Jenner: Forbes drops celebrity from billionaire list

The magazine says the Kardashian family misled the press about the value of Kylie Jenner's makeup business. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZQAV1c

Employers to start paying share of furlough scheme

Firms' contributions will rise to 20% before the scheme finishes at the end of October, says Chancellor. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZMtAzC

Virus-hit self-employed to receive second payment

Applications for a "second and final" grant of up to £6,570 will open in August, the chancellor says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3exbhme

PlayStation 5: Sony confident coronavirus won't change release plans

The CEO of PlayStation reveals how it's responded to coronavirus as it prepares to release the PS5. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3clNOD7

Glastonbury Council plays down link to 'anti-5G' device

Glastonbury report insists recommendation of 5GBioShield came from committee member - not council. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2AoKfhO

Coronavirus: Chancellor set to outline furlough scheme changes

The government is currently paying part of the wages of more than 8 million furloughed workers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2MbViO4

BBC orders review of social media use by staff

The former director of global news at the BBC will examine online posts from programmes and staff. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ce2ns3

Thousands of TalkTalk users hit by internet problems

Firm says the issue is now resolved after customers across the UK reported connection difficulties. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2MbBSc8

Coronavirus: New mortgage holiday should affect credit rating, says Nationwide boss

The UK's biggest building society says struggling applicants should be flagged to lenders. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cfCmbM

Twitter hides Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

For the first time, Twitter has hidden a tweet on the president's profile behind a warning. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3esnb0y

Twitter hides Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

For the first time, Twitter has hidden a tweet on the president's profile behind a warning. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3esnb0y

A Raspberry Pi robot with emotions and other tech news

BBC Click's Paul Carter looks at some of the best of the week's technology news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cf6Jiy

Renault cuts 15,000 jobs in major restructuring

The French carmaker announces a €2bn cost-cutting plan after seeing a collapse in sales. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TQ7kRv

Child grooming: Police record 10,000 social media offences

In just two-and-a-half years, police in England and Wales recorded 10,119 online grooming offences. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XLgjou

The little lights now packing a deadly punch

LEDs already light our houses but developments are making them even more powerful. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Xe8o3Y

Coronavirus: How the advertising industry is changing

A large decline in advertising expenditure is hurting the sector, plus TV channels and newspapers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36FGn8j

Trump signs executive order targeting Twitter after fact-checking row

The US president's move follows a decision by Twitter to add a "fact-check" notice to his tweets. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Xb0pV5

Coronavirus: 'I built a memorial to my grandfather on Animal Crossing'

Isabella Ong, 24, cannot visit her grandfather's grave because of coronavirus, so she found another way to honour him. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3etq6Gb

Renault prepares for 15,000 job cuts

The French carmaker in February reported its first annual loss in a decade from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3daF2sA

What if the US removes Hong Kong's special status?

Until now, the US has given Hong Kong favourable trading terms from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2yFsCtK

Trump to take 'big action' against social media

The US president is expected to sign an executive order following a row with Twitter. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ztIHmV

Biggest UK solar plant approved

Climate change: Go-ahead for controversial solar farm - the UK's biggest from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cbxWmq

Trump to redefine social-media legal protections

The US president promised "big action, after Twitter added fact-check labels to two of his tweets. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ztIHmV

Will coronavirus change America's jobless stigma?

In a country where state aid is frowned upon, the number of Americans receiving benefits has skyrocketed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gCzGZx

Coronavirus: France gives green light to contact-tracing app

One minister has compared the UK and France's outlier approaches to their nuclear deterrent effort. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zDwV9t

Twitter fact-checks China amid bias row

After fact-checking President Trump, Twitter adds warnings to Chinese tweets too. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2AembOL

Coronavirus: Hardship risk 'could undermine test and trace system'

The rules and rates of sick pay could leave people feeling compelled to work, unions say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2M5nS3V

Uber destroys thousands of bikes and scooters

Videos of the red bikes being crushed were shared online after Uber sold its Jump business to Lime. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XCI6XZ

Uber destroys thousands of bikes and scooters

Videos of the red bikes being crushed were shared online after Uber sold its Jump business to Lime. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XCI6XZ

Coronavirus: Harrods hits the shopping mall to stop congestion

The department store will open at a nearby Westfield centre to ensure social distancing. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2M2ysIK

Nissan shuts Barcelona plant with the loss of 2,800 jobs

Almost 3,000 jobs will go as Nissan, which owns a huge factory in Britain, reacts to falling car sales. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZQ0Shr

Coronavirus: EasyJet plans thousands of job cuts

The airline says up to 30% of its workforce will go as it struggles with the slump in demand for air travel. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3eruVQk

Coastguard plans to add drones to air fleet

The use of unmanned aerial vehicles will form part of a new search and rescue contract. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZHUDMo

Travel firms say quarantine plan must be scrapped

More than 70 industry bosses say a 14-day quarantine will put visitors off coming to the UK. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3d7VRoc

Trump to 'sign executive order about social media'

The latest dispute comes after Twitter added fact-check links to the president's tweets for the first time. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2X7xQI2

Trump to 'sign executive order about social media'

The latest dispute comes after Twitter added fact-check links to the president's tweets for the first time. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2X7xQI2

Video streaming: Lockdown sees fifth of UK homes sign deals

Britons turned to Disney+ in droves, data suggests, but Apple TV has struggled to engage viewers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3erjNmF

Keeping fit in lockdown: Apps and sites which could help

Kate Russell looks at the online tools and guides helping motivate you to take exercise. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36z1ut2

Charity shops fear deluge of donations when they re-open in June

Lockdown has inspired mass clear outs but charities ask customers to be selective with donation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36HMfxV

Coronavirus: Vending machine mum's perfect money lesson

Nurse Sarah Balsdon bought a vending machine, filled it with snacks, then paid her children for chores. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3db4oqb

How Covid-19 scared off Little Tummy's investors

How a fast-growing baby food firm saw investors pull out because of the Covid-19 crisis. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3caSV8M

Meng Wanzhou: Huawei executive suffers US extradition blow

A Canadian court has ruled that the extradition hearing of Meng Wanzhou can continue. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2X4DdYB

Fraggle Rock to be revived by Apple TV+ after 33 years

Gobo, Red, Boober, Mokey, Wembley and Uncle Travelling Matt will have more songs and adventures. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2M5dSHW

Boeing job cuts start to hit 12,000 US workers

A drop in travel due to the pandemic worsened the situation for the company, which was already in crisis. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2zBnpUm

Meng Wanzhou: Canada court rules Huawei CFO extradition case can continue

A Canadian court has ruled that the extradition hearing of Meng Wanzhou can continue. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2X4DdYB

Xbox's new family safety app is being previewed

Newsbeat gets a first look at Xbox's latest safety innovation from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3c9zQnF

Drone drops off Isle of Mull coronavirus masks

Trials of delivery by drone are taking place on the Isle of Mull on Scotland's west coast. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eokBIR

Zipline drones deliver supplies and PPE to US hospitals

The US Federal Aviation Administration has waived its rules to allow medical deliveries. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zscJaJ

Coronavirus: Von der Leyen calls €750bn recovery fund 'Europe's moment'

A giant fund worth €750bn (£670bn; $825bn) is proposed, some of it raised on capital markets. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TGR7OH

Coronavirus: When will shops open and what will the rules be?

Non-essential shops can reopen in England next month, but will I be able to buy a book or have a haircut? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3d8sTEv

Coronavirus: Young could be scarred throughout working life

UN agency the International Labour Organisation warns of potential "lockdown generation". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c9ehDD

Sky Q kicks off HDR support starting with on-demand nature shows

The broadcaster’s new HDR experience will be available to Sky Q customers with certain set-top boxes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2zBlwXB

Sky Q customers to get new nature programmes with HDR

The broadcaster’s new HDR experience will be available to Sky Q customers with certain set-top boxes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zBlwXB

UK furlough scheme now covers 8.4 million workers

The scheme to pay wages of workers on leave because of coronavirus has now cost £15bn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2X4tZvl

Hairdressers say they are ready to open in June

Salons are asking the government to let them open before July to cut hair. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2X4653a

Coronavirus: What are my rights as a non-essential shop worker?

Some shops will reopen from June, but what needs to be in place to keep staff safe? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TFj61e

Record drop in energy investment, warns IEA think-tank

The pandemic has caused a record fall in energy investment and will likely lead to more pollution. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c7aeb0

Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact-checking warning

This is the first time the social media giant has said President Trump's tweet could be misleading. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3c78P49

Facebook shareholders try to block encryption plan

A groups of investors is concerned the social network could become a haven for child exploitation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XtiDQG

Coronavirus: Apprentice star's ads banned over Covid-19 claims

Watchdog said Revival Shots had suggested its rehydration sachets could help treat the disease. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2X2yxT9

Coronavirus: NHS app paves the way for 'immunity passports'

"Passports" showing individuals' health status could become the next front for fighting the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2B5eGu0

Coronavirus: 'Short-lived' rebound in house hunter demand

Buyer demand leapt when curbs on the sector were lifted in England, but may not last long-term, analysis says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gjkkJ0

Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact-checking warning

This is the first time the social media giant has said President Trump's tweet could be misleading. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c78P49

Coronavirus: 'Mums do most childcare and chores in lockdown'

A study has found that the only situation in which dads pull their weight is if they're not working. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ep5VJo

Sizewell C: Nuclear power station plans for Suffolk submitted

Critics say EDF's plans would take money from projects that could transform the UK energy landscape. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2AWxNWX

Coronavirus: Climate change 'could have greater impact'

SSE reveals its "greenprint" for rebuilding "a cleaner and more resilient economy for the future". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2THjM5Y

Denmark embraces live music drive-ins

Mads Langer performs a drive-in concert for music fans in Copenhagen while social distancing. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XAmV8L

Find out which masks offer the most protection and why

You may have heard the term N95 but what does it mean and why are some masks rated higher than others? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2zjKz1v

Coronavirus: France announces €8bn rescue plan for car industry

President Emmanuel Macron wants France to become the top producer of clean vehicles in Europe. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LZZIrl

Warner Music Group eyes $13.2bn valuation

The firm, owned by billionaire Len Blavatnik, is planning a flotation on the Nasdaq exchange. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2A7ARPG

Google deletes millions of negative TikTok reviews

Angry users had flooded the app with one-star reviews over a controversial video. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gqlTFe

Coronavirus: First Google/Apple-based contact-tracing app launched

A Swiss contact-tracing app gains a limited release but may be overtaken by a Latvian effort. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XwB3zZ

Huawei: What would happen if the UK ditched the Chinese firm?

Officials are taking another look into Huawei, but the Chinese firm warns against a 5G ban. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3goqdF1

McLaren to cut 1,200 people as virus hits demand

The supercar maker and Formula One team plans to layoff 25% of workforce, the vast majority in the UK. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gsmwya

Alberta minister says ban on protests means 'great time' to build pipeline

Alberta's energy minister cites a ban on protests when asked about a controversial project in Canada. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bXLSjO

Car dealership 'to trust customers' on test drives

No staff member will accompany members of the public on test drives as part of social distancing measures. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36xbuDe

Aston Martin chief leaves amid share price collapse

The struggling luxury carmaker says goodbye to Andy Palmer and welcomes Tobias Moers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2AbRKsl

Stanley Ho: Hong Kong's 'king of gambling' dies aged 98

Ho was credited with steering Macau to overtake Las Vegas as the gambling capital of the world. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LXkWGa

Covid-19 brings remote medicine revolution to the UK

Doctors are finding new ways of working including reviewing patients' scans and X-rays at home. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zlJyGg

Coronavirus: What's the future for the office?

As companies hint at more home-working, how could our work culture be about to shift? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XwmOLw

Drone to deliver masks to Scottish island

During a two-week trial, the unmanned aircraft will deliver supplies to the Isle of Mull. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zxYqB8

Coronavirus: New York Stock Exchange trading floor to reopen

The resumption of floor trading comes after a two-month closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2X2YB0A

Find out which masks off the most protection and why

You may have heard the term N95 but what does it mean and why are some masks rated higher than others? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zjKz1v

The man who sells 700 million sandwiches a year

Patrick Coveney, is the boss of the UK's largest sandwich maker of pre-packaged sandwiches. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gtzcVs

Huawei: What would happen if the UK ditched the Chinese firm?

Officials are taking another look into Huawei, but the Chinese firm warns against a 5G ban. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3goqdF1

Coronavirus: Lufthansa agrees €9bn rescue deal with Germany

European markets rose on the bailout deal news, which sees Germany take a 20% stake in the firm. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2AaOMnX

Coronavirus: All non-essential shops to reopen from 15 June - PM

Boris Johnson says all shops can reopen in England next month if they meet certain Covid-19 guidelines. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XvB5YK

Coronavirus: Hairdressers offer virtual appointments in lockdown

Salons are giving advice via video chat apps to help people style and colour their hair at home. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Xrhfy7

Coronavirus: Hairdressers offer virtual appointments in lockdown

Salons are giving advice via video chat apps to help people style and colour their hair at home. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Xrhfy7

Coronavirus: Spain to stop quarantining arrivals from 1 July

The country hopes to save the summer season but UK tourists face quarantine in their own country. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZyH9Cx

Coronavirus: Derby 5G phone mast set on fire

Attacks on 5G masts have been fuelled by a conspiracy theory wrongly linking 5G and coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cXdMOk

Volkswagen loses landmark German 'dieselgate' case

A ruling in a German court could have implications for other VW motorists seeking compensation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TDyo6m

Formula E driver disqualified for gamer swap-in

Formula E driver Daniel Abt is disqualified and ordered to pay £8,900 to charity for getting a professional gamer to compete under his name in an official esports race. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gm0Ovp

Coronavirus: How Chinese rivals are trying to take Zoom's crown

The coronavirus lockdown has fuelled the market for teleconferencing technology apps. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZA08Ni

Could coronavirus kickstart more accessible tech?

Video calling has risen during the pandemic but for some disabled people it also brought challenges. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TCKzjV

Grenfell fears prevent timber building boom

Plans to reduce the height of wood-based properties contradicts advice to increase construction. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Xr1tTF

Could you have to pay your bank to save money?

As countries take extreme measures keep the economy afloat, could we see negative interest rates? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2A387ri

Coronavirus: UK government draws up plan to rescue key firms

The government could aid strategically important firms impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TwtckM

How Coronavirus lockdown made a 'Zoom boom' generation

Digital transformation has advanced two years in just two months, says Microsoft. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gfGKee

The surfing simulator that sank without trace

How a maverick scientist held the first esports championships in 1985 with his revolutionary surfing game but could not make his innovative ideas a commercial success. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3d9eGag

Coronavirus: How do we record history in the internet age?

People's coronavirus experiences in Wales are being documented, using WhatsApp and Facebook messages. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZwKEJV

Fresh UK review into Huawei role in 5G networks

The National Cyber Security Centre involvement follows new US sanctions on Chinese telecoms giant. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3giSBrZ

Fresh UK review into Huawei role in 5G networks

The National Cyber Security Centre involvement follows new US sanctions on the Chinese telecoms giant. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3giSBrZ

UK must agree 'air bridges', warn business groups

Industries say the UK will be left behind, unless it relaxes quarantine rules with low-risk nations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bZZLy7

Coronavirus: Could these social distancing hacks make it to market?

People around the world are inventing their own gadgets and designs to adhere to social distancing. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bZza46

Coronavirus: Jaguar Land Rover in talks over government loan

The carmaker is reportedly seeking more than £1bn in taxpayer support as the pandemic hits sales. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Xiu1i4

Has the virus prompted an early mid-life crisis for some?

May 23, 2020

'I've gone from a large office in Soho to painting in my bedroom,' says Cece Philips who quit her job to become an artist. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cZqoEy

Coronavirus: The 3D artists helping fashion through Covid-19

May 23, 2020

British artist Harriet Davey is among the CGI artists creating virtual models for fashion shows. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TxKtKt

Hertz: Car rental firm files for US bankruptcy protection

May 23, 2020

The company said the coronavirus pandemic had led to an "abrupt" decline in bookings. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TtD3YM

Wikipedia sets new rule to combat “toxic behaviour”

Female and LGBTQ editors of the online encyclopaedia have complained of harassment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WW1LDe

African solutions to the coronavirus crisis

African firms tell the BBC how they are solving problems caused by the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ytQ9Ok

Netflix stops charging customers who never watch

It says hundreds of thousands of people have been paying for something they don't use. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zm6vcb

Specialist Leisure Group collapses into administration

More than 64,000 bookings have been cancelled due to the collapse of Specialist Leisure Group. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LSJm3C

Coronavirus: Chinese retail giant Alibaba sees 'recovery' after virus

The Chinese firm Alibaba reports an increase in revenue as its economy shows signs of recovering. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LNY9g4

Coronavirus: Ikea to begin reopening stores

But the furniture giant will limit family groups to one adult and one child per household. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XoaQDx

Marston's and Carlsberg UK announce £780m merger

The companies say their £780m deal - which does not include pubs - will bring a wider choice drinks to customers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2A4YAzO

Fake online reviews under investigation by competition authority

The competition authority has launched an investigation into faked and paid-for reviews online. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36lkrPT

Fake online reviews under investigation by competition authority

The competition authority has launched an investigation into faked and paid-for reviews online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36lkrPT

Chris Pratt accidentally deleted 51,000 emails

The Guardians Of The Galaxy actor watched in horror as his inbox shrunk to zero. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36qZF15

Christopher Nolan trailer launched inside Fortnite

Christopher Nolan's time-bending action espionage film was launched on the video game Fortnite. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3e6HAbp

Australia 'records fastest internet speed ever'

Researchers hope the study offers a glimpse into how internet connections could look in the future. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LMLE4x

Carluccio's bought by Giraffe owner but 1,000 jobs cut

The deal saves 800 jobs and 30 sites, but 40 restaurants and more than 1,000 jobs will be lost. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2A5ivi7

Theo Paphitis: ‘Retail will never, ever be the same again’

Entrepreneur and ex-Dragons' Den star Theo Paphitis talks to the BBC about how coronavirus has hit retail. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WUxO6A

Coronavirus: Wetherspoons sets out post-lockdown plan for pubs

The pub chain has said that staff will be given face masks and protective eyewear when pubs reopen. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZnhTzc

Son 'kills father' during Zoom video chat in New York state

Several chat participants witness the stabbing of a Long Island man by his son, police say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Tu4TUE

Drones help to plant seedpods and other tech news

BBC Click's Marc Cieslak looks at some of the best technology news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cPwtDo

Mortgage payment holiday extended for further three months

The Treasury cautions that borrowers should continue to pay their mortgages if they are able. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WTGWbj

Amazon trials online food delivery in India

The firm has started working with restaurants to deliver meals in parts of Bengaluru. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3e1peIG

UK borrowing soars to cope with impact of virus

The government borrowed £62.1bn in April - the highest monthly figure since records began. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bWDd0W

Coronavirus: Retail sales crash in April as lockdown hits shops

British clothing sales plummeted by 50.2% last month as many High Street stores were closed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZpxU7A

China scraps annual economic growth target for first time

The world's second largest economy takes unprecedented step not to give forecast for the year ahead. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZopzkJ

Coronavirus: Flexible working will be a new normal after virus

Facebook and New Zealand's prime minister are the latest to support a radical shift in how we all work. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cRGrEs

Get ready for the 'holy grail' of computer graphics

Ray tracing produces stunning lighting effects but has been too complex for computers, until now. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WQS6gX

Amazon trials online food delivery in India

The firm has started working with restaurants to deliver meals in parts of Bengaluru. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3e1peIG

Robot dog tries to herd sheep

The Spot robot was designed for search and rescue - but may find work in the farming industry. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3d3VLxX

NSO Group: Israeli firm 'impersonated Facebook to spread spyware'

An investigation accuses Israeli cyber-security firm NSO Group of pretending to be Facebook. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36k7zcB

Grandmother ordered to delete Facebook photos under GDPR

Privacy laws mean a grandmother needs her daughter's permission to post photos of her grandchildren. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZqlFaU

Coronavirus: Man Utd say pandemic has cost them £28m so far

Manchester United say the coronavirus pandemic has cost them an initial £28m - and expect the final figure to be far higher. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XfaSxO

WageDay Advance: Tiny payout for borrowers mis-sold payday loans

Those owed compensation by WageDay Advance will receive less than 6% of their entitlement. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2AMDgzz

Coronavirus: US workers seeking jobless aid nears 40 million

Almost a quarter of the US workforce has filed for unemployment since mid-March. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LPqMcR

Coronavirus: MPs demand answers on misinformation

MPs want senior executives of Google, Facebook and Twitter to face questions on misinformation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WPjaNz

What's it like using the Covid-19 track and trace app?

Isle of Wight resident Megan Mackney describes using the Covid-19 contact tracing app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TsUjNw

Clarks to cut 900 office jobs in virus shake-up

The 195-year-old firm said it had to make "some difficult decisions" to re-energise the business from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2z9B6K9

Coronavirus: UK property sales hit record low in April

New data from HMRC revealed 38,060 deals involving residential homes last month. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZAmJt9

Coronavirus: Afghan girls make ventilators out of car parts

The award-winning schoolgirl team is racing against time to help coronavirus patients. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZlneXz

Coronavirus: EasyJet to resume flights in June

The airline says it will restart a "small number" of routes where there is enough customer demand. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WQknnY

Coronavirus: Potential virus vaccine 'ready for September'

AstraZeneca says it has concluded deals to supply the vaccine from September, providing it works. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gjd8ga

Zuckerberg: Facebook in 'arms race' against electoral interference

Facebook's founder Mark Zuckerberg tells the BBC it will 'take down' coronavirus misinformation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZkSFkZ

Mental Health Awareness: Keeping your screen time healthy

There's no escaping screens, but here's how to steal some time back from them. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cRZzBY

Zuckerberg: Facebook in 'arms race' against electoral interference

Facebook's founder Mark Zuckerberg told the BBC it has "learned lessons" from political scandals. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZkSFkZ

Zack Snyder's Justice League re-cut headed for HBO Max

The announcement comes a week ahead of the launch of the new HBO streaming service. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Xf6GxT

UK interest in online casinos at 'all-time high' in lockdown

Lockdown measures may prove a "recipe for disaster", problem gamblers tell the BBC. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cNIRUA

Zuckerberg: Facebook to 'take down' coronavirus misinformation

The social network's founder explains how the site is responding to the coronavirus crisis. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2AOaG0R

Mastercard staff can work from home 'until ready'

The credit card firm is the latest company to relax return-to-work rules for its global workforce. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WMGifL

US Senate passes bill that could delist some Chinese firms

The moves comes as tensions rise between Washington and Beijing over the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XjCkKL

Coronavirus: Tinder boss says 'dramatic' changes to dating

Elie Seidman discusses the impact of coronavirus and how his dating app will react. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cUaWJO

Coronavirus: Benefit claims fraud could be £1.5bn

Officials say criminals and individuals may be taking advantage of relaxed benefits processes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ToIdF4

Coronavirus: Tinder boss says 'dramatic' changes to dating

Elie Seidman discusses the impact of coronavirus and how his dating app will react. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cUaWJO

Coronavirus: Chancellor 'could extend mortgage holiday'

The Chancellor is believed to be discussing ways of extending the three month mortgage holiday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bMpcTG

VW pulls Instagram ads after racism row

The German car giant has apologised and withdrawn a series of adverts after a racism row. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LIpn7F

Coronavirus: Apple and Google release API to make contact-tracing apps

The technology companies say 22 countries have requested access to their contact-tracing system. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XhLAif

Carlos Ghosn: US ex-Green Beret and son arrested over escape from Japan

The former soldier and his son are detained for allegedly helping the ex-Nissan boss flee Japan. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XeyulV

Joe Rogan signs with Spotify in major and exclusive podcast deal

His popular show, The Joe Rogan Experience, will soon be removed from all other platforms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XffrYU

Man sentenced to death in Singapore via Zoom

The Covid-19 pandemic has forced the city to postpone all but 'essential' court cases. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WPZ4mF

Amazon releases its first big budget video game

Amazon Game Studios hopes its new game Crucible can compete with Overwatch and Fortnite. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cPLi8T

EasyJet hack: ‘I’ve been left in complete limbo’

EasyJet passengers whose card details were stolen say they are frustrated by the airline's response. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LH5EFy

Coronavirus: Shopping may never be the same, says M&S

The British retailer's food sales have failed to off-set a huge fall in demand for clothing. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XhTA37

Cambridge University: All lectures to be online-only until summer of 2021

There will be no face-to-face lectures in the next academic year due to coronavirus, the university says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZlgQzQ

Poor video calling? Tech advice to fix it

Kate Russell explains the steps which could improve your wi-fi connection. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zPlNGr

Coronavirus: Rolls-Royce to cut 9,000 jobs amid virus crisis

The aircraft engine maker is axing nearly a fifth of its workforce and warning of a long recovery. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TnJc8z

UK inflation falls sharply in April to 0.8%

The price of vegetables and toys rise during lockdown, but cheaper petrol sees inflation slide to 0.8%. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cPaQmz

Man makes money buying his own pizza on DoorDash app

The owner of a pizza restaurant discovered the app was selling his food cheaper than he was but still paying him full price. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TmXcQ4

Coronavirus: Serco apologises for sharing contact tracers' email addresses

Outsourcing giant Serco has apologised for the data breach, which affects almost 300 people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cLiL4A

Canada Facebook fines $6.5m over 'false' privacy claims

Canada's Competition Bureau said the tech firm improperly shared users' data with third parties. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cLsqbn

BND: Court curbs German spy agency's bugging abroad

The BND intelligence agency is told to limit its monitoring of foreigners' data overseas. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2X9kPwF

Coronavirus: World Bank warns 60m at risk of 'extreme poverty'

The financial impact of the coronavirus is hitting poor nations hard and destroying millions of livelihoods. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TmNxcg

Facebook Shops: Online stores open on Facebook and Instagram

From brand pages to live streams, Facebook is rolling out new shopping features across its apps. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bSbSNG

Coronavirus: Remote controlled mask invented to allow eating

Israeli investors have developed a coronavirus mask that has an automatic mouth hole. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36fsSfC

Mirrors and shears prices set to fall in Brexit tariff plan

The government said it has removed import levies on items worth more than £30bn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2X7gdqK

Coronavirus: UK tourism boss backs call for 'air bridges'

Air bridges would allow visitors from low-risk countries into the UK without having to quarantine. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WIot1i

Coronavirus: Extra Bank Holiday for October being considered

The tourist industry says another public holiday would extend the season and help offset losses caused by lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cM68WU

EasyJet admits nine million customers hacked

The attack was "sophisticated" the airline said, adding that some credit card details had been accessed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36f69jq

Seven charts on the coronavirus jobs market

How the coronavirus pandemic is hitting the UK jobs market and how that compares globally. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TnVWMG

EasyJet admits nine million customers hacked

The attack was "sophisticated" the airline said, adding that some credit card details had been accessed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36f69jq

Coronavirus: Apple shoppers required to wear masks

Customers will also have their temperature taken and be asked basic health questions at the door. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zOD5Dp

Coronavirus: Universal credit claims hit monthly record

The number of claims has jumped to six times more than a year earlier as incomes are hit. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Zo2i2t

Oil on stormy market waters

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Coronavirus: Bosses' bonuses banned in exchange for virus loans

The Treasury and the Bank of England will restrict company payouts for firms seeking taxpayer funds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TmVVZo

Thai Airways saved from the brink by government

Thailand's national carrier had been waiting for the government to approve its restructuring plan. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LHUUqm

Huge rise in people claiming unemployment benefit

The claimant count went up by 856,500 to 2.1 million in April, the first full month of the lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36ebHe1

Ovo Energy to close offices and cut 2,600 jobs

The new owner of SSE's retail division says the lockdown has forced it to accelerate cost-cutting measures. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fYi2Pj

Disney's head of streaming to become CEO of TikTok

Kevin Mayer will be in charge of the global development of the short-form video platform. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZhYSxR

Nasdaq to tighten rules amid concerns over Chinese firms

The move comes as tensions rise between there US and China and the Luckin Coffee scandal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36jgV8E

From 'how to' to hair dye: our lockdown web searches

New trends in search engine queries are emerging as people seek new skills and home school help. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Xay3ZP

Elon Musk: Tesla raises cost of 'self-driving' cars

Elon Musk hikes the price of Tesla's "self-driving" option by $1,000 and says it will continue to rise. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3g3LIe4

Coronavirus: Uber announces drastic cuts to secure its future

Uber announces drastic action to scale back its business as its losses balloon amid pandemic lockdowns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TcbZwX

How disabled people are problem-solving in the pandemic

As people adapt to self-isolation, one community is helping itself find solutions to very particular challenges. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dTcXWA

Coronavirus: Young people 'most likely to lose work' in lockdown

One in three young workers is earning less than before the coronavirus outbreak, a report suggests. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bPTxAQ

Elon Musk: Tesla raises cost of 'self-driving' cars

Elon Musk hikes the price of Tesla's "self-driving" option by $1,000 and says it will continue to rise. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3g3LIe4

Disney's head of streaming to become CEO of TikTok

Kevin Mayer will be in charge of the global development of the short-form video platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZhYSxR

Huawei calls US rules 'arbitrary and pernicious'

The Chinese tech giant said it has been "riddled with bullets" since the US placed it on a blacklist. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WEB5Xo

Electric bikes 'could help people return to work'

A rise in electric-bikes would extend the range of cyclists using them to commute, a study finds. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cK9qd1

Coronavirus: Uber announces drastic cuts to secure its future

Uber announces drastic action to scale back its business as its losses balloon amid pandemic lockdowns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TcbZwX

Coronavirus: Pubs call time on two metre rule

Pub and bar owners want social-distancing rules relaxed to just one metre when they reopen for business. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bOERlu

Europe's supercomputers hijacked by attackers for crypto mining

Attackers hopped from one research supercomputer to the next to mine cryptocurrencies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cJf0wj

6,000 jobs at risk at Cafe Rouge and Bella Italia owner

The chains' owner Casual Dining Group files intent to appoint administrators after the virus lockdown hit trading. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XadYTw

Rainbow Six 'copy' lands Apple and Google in copyright court

Ubisoft alleges a new, popular mobile game is a blatant copy of its major shooter Rainbow Six: Siege. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bK2fjK

Electric bikes 'could help people return to work'

A rise in electric-bikes would extend the range of cyclists using them to commute, a study finds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cK9qd1

Huawei calls US rules 'arbitrary and pernicious'

The Chinese tech giant said it has been "riddled with bullets" since the US placed it on a blacklist. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WEB5Xo

Some visitors may be exempted from coronavirus quarantine rule

The transport secretary says people arriving from countries with low virus infection rates may not need to isolate. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LEW9GQ

Coronavirus: Self-employed grant claims top two million

The government coronavirus help scheme has received grant requests worth £6bn, the chancellor says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3g2aAmg

Coronavirus: Watchdog seeks new powers to fight inflated prices

The Competition and Markets Authority says hundreds of firms have pushed up prices during the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fWb3qa

Sir Frederick Barclay's nephew 'caught with bugging device' at Ritz hotel

CCTV footage from the Ritz hotel is at the centre of a row between the families of the Barclay twins. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WIW0bX

Coronavirus: Vauxhall's Luton plant reopens production

Managing director Stephen Norman says 800 out of 1,600 staff have returned to work. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WH9CnP

Coronavirus: Shopping centre giant Intu warns of debt default risk

Trafford Centre-owner Intu is asking lenders for breathing space as coronavirus hampers recovery. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WE3pJu

Coronavirus: Stilton sales plunge 30% amid pandemic

Makers of the UK's only trademarked cheese hope the British public will start buying more of the product. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bDvrcp

Coronavirus: Bridgend Ford return to work marks 40 years

The engine plant's re-opening after a Covid-19 shutdown will only be for a final few months. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2X0h6RW

Coronavirus: How have independent shopkeepers been faring?

How high street independent shops have battled to stay loyal to customers during the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Zf1qgy

Rich List: Inventor Sir James Dyson is UK's richest person

The entrepreneur replaces the Hinduja brothers after increasing his wealth by £3.6bn. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2X1LrQb

Coronavirus: UCC fashion students turn to Instagram for graduation show

Students from University Centre Colchester were due to stage a graduation fashion show this month. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fVZS0K

Coronavirus: Live entertainment is evolving online to be a lifeline

Creative minds are coming up with new ideas to give us back some of the human connection we've lost. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZfYUX8

Ryanair says passenger numbers set to halve

But the airline says it will weather the coronavirus crisis and emerge stronger afterwards. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XcCIe6

Japan's economy slips into recession amid coronavirus woes

The world's third biggest economy has fallen into recession for the first time in more than four years. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZeQKyq

Stations put crowd control measures in place

More trains begin running but rail bosses worry that social distancing will not be possible on board. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dOsjM6

Coronavirus: 'One click and we were worse off' after universal credit claim

People claiming universal credit for the first time may lose existing benefits and be worse off. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bGHOEu

Coronavirus: 'I'm not happy going back to work. It's too soon'

Nearly 5,000 people have contacted the health and safety regulator with workplace safety concerns over the virus. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dUmqwT

Fed chairman Powell warns downturn 'may last until late 2021'

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said a full rebound may not be possible until a vaccine is made. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TfNaQB

Coronavirus: The couples for whom love doesn't wait

The coronavirus outbreak may have scuppered many wedding plans, but plenty of couples are still getting engaged. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bGS4MS

My Money: 'No expenditure at all today!'

Bex Young from Dundee takes us through her spending in a week in her life in lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dLKK42

HS2 'badly off course' with bosses 'blindsided', MPs say

A damning parliamentary report raises questions about transparency on the high-speed rail project. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LBMW2c

Coronavirus: Can gaming help stop lockdown loneliness?

Gamers like Millicent say their online adventures are helping them stay connected to friends in lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WBbUoD

Rich List: Inventor Sir James Dyson is UK's richest person

The entrepreneur replaces the Hinduja brothers after increasing his wealth by £3.6bn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2X1LrQb

Universities' move online 'must be done the right way'

Universities have been teaching remotely this term but can the online model work long-term? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zNYzA8

Are online volunteers taking work from hard-up freelancers?

Furloughed workers are offering their skills for free, but some freelancers are taking issue with the trend. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cCY8HJ

How coronavirus is changing NHS technology

Hospitals across the UK have been making improvements to their technology in response to Covid-19. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bybfZe

Facebook buys GIF-maker Giphy to add to Instagram team

Giphy will join Instagram's team and its library will be integrated into Facebook's platforms from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cNzW5D

Coronavirus: Film piracy streaming trebles in lockdown

Lockdown has seen a big rise in piracy, the UK's intellectual property protection group says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2z3BlpV

Disney forces explicit Club Penguin clones offline

Children were sent sexual, racist, homophobic and anti-Semitic messages, a BBC investigation finds. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/361qLeY

Government backtracks on French quarantine exemption

Under the plans announced last weekend, people arriving from abroad must isolate themselves for two weeks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WXNkgx

Coronavirus: Self-employed grant claims top one million

More than one million people have applied for money from the government coronavirus help scheme. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cCwz0X

US targets Huawei with tighter chip export rules

The action is its latest against the Chinese tech giant, which the US says is a national security threat. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dJigry

US targets Huawei with tighter chip export rules

The action is its latest against the Chinese tech giant, which the US says is a national security threat. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dJigry

Google hit by more suspected Oculus VR gadget-scam ads

Some large ads at the top of its results were for sites it now believes were stealing users' cash. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2yQz1CH

Facebook to build internet cable 'circumference of Earth'

The cable will wrap around Africa bringing faster internet access to the continent. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Ly9hxz

Coronavirus: Up to 950 JCB jobs at risk as 'demand halves'

The staff roles are under threat at the firm's 10 plants in Staffordshire, Derbyshire and Wrexham. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2T7DIPg

Canary Wharf financial centre prepares for return to work

London's Canary Wharf draws up detailed plans for tens of thousands of workers to return post-lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WZTyMR

Coronavirus: Royal Mail boss Rico Back in surprise exit

Rico Back leaves after less than two years in the role amid reports he ran the firm from Switzerland. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fNghEC

German economy in biggest contraction for 11 years

It shrank by 2.2% in the first quarter as the coronavirus pandemic took its toll on activity. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cxNnGs

Coronavirus: How much will it cost the UK?

The pandemic will cost the government hundreds of billions of pounds. Where will it all come from? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2X2gET4

William Hill punters bet on table tennis in sports lull

William Hill says gamblers have switched to "alternative sports" during the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LrI27R

Aarogya Setu: Why India's Covid-19 contact tracing app is controversial

Aarogya Setu, India's contact tracing app, has crossed 100 million downloads, but has raised concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35YykDc

US church sues after bible study 'Zoombombed' by child abuse

A hacker took over worshippers' computers and played 'sickening' images of child abuse, the suit says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/361nEnt

A passenger drone hotel and other technology news

BBC Click's Jen Copestake looks at some of the best technology news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dT5yXD

How coronavirus is changing NHS technology

Hospitals across the UK have been making improvements to their technology in response to Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bybfZe

Coronavirus 'could cost global economy $8.8tn' says ADB

It comes as authorities around the world have taken aggressive action to support their economies. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WYXDkp

Coronavirus: WTO head steps down a year early as downturn looms

Roberto Azevedo's exit comes as global trade is expected to slump to historic lows amid the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dN8bKg

Grand Theft Auto free download crashes Epic Games store

Within minutes of the offer going live the website began experiencing glitches. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zGCTG8

Coronavirus: Avanti introduces social distancing measures on its trains

Rail firm Avanti urges passengers not to turn up without an advanced ticket and wear face coverings. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2zzhoXT

Coronavirus: 'My heart ruled my head' - rise in romance scams

Organised gangs will be exploiting lockdown loneliness to steal from romance scam victims, a charity says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fRJ8I3

Coronavirus: How can the car industry hope to recover?

As car factories reopen, the automotive sector faces a long road back to normality. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2zyOkzJ

Coronavirus: Amazon to make face shields and sell at cost

The online retailer will sell protective equipment without making a profit in the United States. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2T8gR62

Coronavirus: Amazon to make face shields and sell at cost

The online retailer will sell protective equipment without making a profit in the United States. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2T8gR62

Guardian Soulmates to close next month

The newspaper's dating site says the platform is "no longer viable". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WSATCI

Coronavirus: Firms warn of shop-screen plastic shortage

The coronavirus pandemic has caused a big increase in demand for plastics used in shop screens. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/360EAKP

France gives online firms one hour to pull 'terrorist' content

Websites will have just one hour to pull content reported by police, or face huge fines. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dJ4oxB

Coronavirus: Government faces WW2-sized bill for tackling virus

The increased cost of the furlough scheme pushes borrowing to a level not seen since wartime. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cxm0wb

One in four US workers claiming jobless benefits

Another 2.9 million Americans have filed for unemployment, bringing the total to more than 36 million. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2T5xjUO

Coronavirus: 'I set up a business in lockdown'

Four young people explain how they set up businesses in lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Atoz4n

McLaren offers classic cars to secure virus help

The F1 and luxury car group may raise money secured against its historic race car collection. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2y4R87q

Coronavirus: False claims viewed by millions on YouTube

About one in four most-viewed coronavirus videos on YouTube contain false claims, research suggests. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LvC1Xu

Tesco changes bonus rules after Ocado success hits pay

Dave Lewis and other executives see pay boost after high-flying Ocado is removed from bonus calculator. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WNdvGA

Coronavirus: Lloyd's of London says claims to be biggest since 9/11

Insurance market Lloyd's of London says it expects coronavirus-related claims to cost it up to $4.3bn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Lqx3vt

Wristband helps workers maintain social distancing

Rolled out at the port of Antwerp the device vibrates if the wearer is too close to another worker. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Lq7bzH

Music royalties reach a record high - but a storm is coming

More than £800m was distributed to artists and writers last year, but a storm is coming. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cvVYJJ

Buzzfeed closing UK and Australian news operations

The online media company says it will be focusing on stories for its US audiences. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35WIfJp

Coronavirus: Uber and Addison Lee to install protective screens

Addison Lee and Uber are installing partitions and providing taxi drivers with protective gear. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dG1KJ0

Coronavirus: Uber and Addison Lee to install protective screens

Addison Lee and Uber are installing partitions and providing taxi drivers with protective gear. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dG1KJ0

Fed warns of slow recovery without more virus relief

The comments by the head of America's central bank come as the US debates additional relief. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35W5IKZ

Coronavirus: German contact-tracing app takes different path to NHS

Germany's contact-tracing app will not accept self-diagnosis reports, despite NHS saying they can save lives. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Z6fAR3

UK average broadband speeds up despite lockdown wobble

Ofcom's latest broadband report shows speeds are up in the past year, despite a slight lockdown dip. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35TvXlh

Coronavirus lockdown: Am I allowed to move house?

The easing of lockdown will affect those who want to buy or sell a home, or rent somewhere new, in England. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2zvQsZc

Inflatable e-scooter that fits in backpack unveiled

Researchers at Tokyo University unveil a lightweight vehicle they hope will transform commuting. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WQGsSd

Coronavirus: Tesla stand-off eases as officials reach deal

The boss of the electric carmaker had defied shutdown orders to reopen the firm's factory. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cw0vvL

Angela Merkel says she is 'pained' by Russian hacking

Germany's chancellor confirms she was targeted by hackers said to be Russian military intelligence. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WpSkvs

Coronavirus: Tesla stand-off eases as officials reach deal

The boss of the electric carmaker had defied shutdown orders to reopen the firm's factory. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cw0vvL

Coronavirus: Marks & Spencer cafes to reopen as lockdown eases

The chain is the latest to reopen branches for takeaway with 49 set to operate from Thursday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WwM6Kt

Coronavirus: Cyber-attacks hit hospital construction companies

Separate attacks hit companies involved in building emergency hospitals in Birmingham and Yorkshire. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Z5qVkl

China's Luckin Coffee sacks bosses amid accounting scandal

Its chief executive and chief operating officer were sacked after a probe into an accounting scandal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WsZuik

Iceland's ancestry records give coronavirus clues

Why Iceland's population records and a blood bank could reveal secrets of the coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bt4nfy

UK economy shrinks at fastest pace since financial crisis

The economy contracted by 2% in the first three months of the year, official figures show. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fIUT3b

Tui warns of 8,000 job losses as it cuts costs

The travel firm says earnings will be significantly lower because of the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2zBF5is

Coronavirus: Twitter allows staff to work from home 'forever'

The social media company said its work-from-home approach during the lockdown had been a success. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2T0bLch

Coronavirus: Twitter allows staff to work from home 'forever'

The social media company said its work-from-home approach during the lockdown had been a success. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2T0bLch

Coronavirus: Self-employed grant scheme to open to applications

Grants will be paid into the accounts of eligible people six days after applying, the government says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dDL44U

Coronavirus: India announces $264bn economic rescue package

Narendra Modi outlines financial support for farmers and small businesses hit by the virus shutdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fEz4lD

Facebook to pay $52m to content moderators over PTSD

The class-action lawsuit covers moderators working in four US states from 2015 until now. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WsZyyN

Coronavirus: 'We feel so lost' - Young face job despair

History shows school leavers' job prospects are often hardest hit after this kind of economic slump. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WSul74

Facebook to pay $52m to content moderators over PTSD

The class-action lawsuit covers moderators working in four US states from 2015 until now. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WsZyyN

Abba’s Björn Ulvaeus fears for future of West End theatres

Abba’s Björn Ulvaeus, co-writer of musical Mamma Mia!, says he fears for the future of the West End. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fKSGob

'Peak season is starting, but we are at zero occupancy'

The boss of budget hotel chain Point A says the hotels' fate depends on how business picks up after the lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2AlpZhb

The robot assistant that can guess what you want

In a five-year project a group of robotics experts have developed a robot that can assist in maintenance tasks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cmYX7e

Coronavirus: England housing market is released from lockdown

Relief for hundreds of thousands as government sets out plan to re-start housing market. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WSBKmL

Australia wins AI 'Eurovision Song Contest'

The competition attracted lots of entries after the official contest was cancelled. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2yPQB9L

Coronavirus: McDonald's expands restaurant sites to be reopened

Fast food chain McDonald's hopes to open all of its drive-through restaurants by early June. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LmDGyD

Betting firms told to check customers after one hour

The Gambling Commission has advised operators to step in to help vulnerable customers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YWvxco

Google Search results topped by suspected scam gadget store

The store listed hard-to-find technology and exercise equipment at discount prices and is now offline. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Tf1k4L

Coronavirus: Twitter will label Covid-19 fake news

World leaders such as President Trump will be included in the new policy, Twitter confirms in a tweet. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fGj42r

Scrabble fans slam 'sparkly abomination' new app

A new app designed to replace the existing official Scrabble app has sparked hundreds of complaints. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YX4ca4

UK furlough scheme extended by four months

Scheme to pay wages of workers on leave because of coronavirus extended to October, Chancellor Rishi Sunak says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bmWAA1

Coronavirus: Cruise firm Carnival UK 'to cut 450 jobs'

Carnival UK is planning to make hundreds of staff redundant at its headquarters in Southampton from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WqtgV4

Hackers hit A-list law firm of Lady Gaga, Drake and Madonna

Grubman Shire Meiselas & Sacks hit by hackers who claim to have contracts and personal emails of stars. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Lnhip6

Foreign holiday season likely to be cancelled, says minister

Health Secretary Matt Hancock says "big, lavish international holidays" are unlikely this summer. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SUHICr

Only 10% of office space in use, says Land Securities

Land Securities says the majority of its customers' employees are now working from home. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SVnlVK

Coronavirus: New safety measures for transport network

The government urges people to avoid using public transport to get to work wherever possible. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YUL3pa

Coronavirus: Ryanair plans to restore 40% of scheduled flights in July

The airline aims to operate nearly 1,000 flights a day, which is 90% of its regular timetable. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35QdpCk

Coronavirus: Chancellor to set out future of job retention scheme

The government scheme, due to end in June, is currently subsidising the wages of six million people. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LncCiV

Bitcoin 'halving': What does the much-hyped event mean?

Investors are debating what impact the adjustment will have on the cryptocurrency market. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WmUXxV

Bitcoin 'halving': What does the much-hyped event mean?

Investors are debating what impact the adjustment will have on the cryptocurrency market. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WmUXxV

Social distancing game inspired by professor's lockdown walk

Players of the free game must avoid other people and collect PPE and healthy food to gain points. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2yPE4TD

Coronavirus: Musk defies orders to reopen Tesla's California plant

The boss of the electric carmaker said he would be on the assembly line with other Tesla workers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Wq8kxE

Coronavirus: Musk defies orders to reopen Tesla's California plant

The boss of the electric carmaker said he would be on the assembly line with other Tesla workers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Wq8kxE

Coronavirus: ’I could be forced to lose a job I love’

Short notice from the government about returning to work has caused problems for some. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WlBz4o

Coronavirus: How to run a factory during a pandemic

Control Techniques is still running at full production, despite the coronavirus. Here's how. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LkrNcC

The high-flying circus firm for pop and rock stars

How friends Billy Alwen and Julian Bracey built circus performance firm Cirque Bijou. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LjIaGe

Coronavirus: What should my employer do to keep me safe?

The government has published new guidance on how workplaces should be made safe amid the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YT0AFV

Coronavirus: P&O Ferries plans to axe 1,100 staff

The ferry operator says 'right-sizing' the business is necessary because of the impact of Covid-19. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bi6O4I

The tech industry's winners and losers in lockdown

Unprecedented times are bad news for many - but not all. Some major technology companies are thriving. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LlqZnT

Coronavirus: A4-sized face shields 'too narrow' for PPE

Some PPE being made by communities does not offer enough protection from Covid-19 to frontline workers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dyKDsp

The tech industry's winners and losers in lockdown

Unprecedented times are bad news for many - but not all. Some major technology companies are thriving. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LlqZnT

Coronavirus: Branson to sell Galactic stake to prop up Virgin

The billionaire hopes to raise $500m to support his businesses including Virgin Atlantic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ctwvko

Walsh defends BA job cuts in face of state help on pay

Willie Walsh said the job retention scheme cash would only buoy BA for a matter of days. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dzxmQp

Morrisons cuts petrol price to below £1 a litre

It is the first time a national chain has sold petrol in the UK at this price since February 2016. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2zqiLIk

Brexit: UK-EU trade talks resume ahead of June summit

Both sides are due to decide next month whether a 31 December deadline should be extended. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35N7JJr

Coronavirus: Robot dog enforces social distancing in Singapore park

The four-legged robot carries a camera and speaker to play social distancing messages in Singapore. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SU8Ema

Coronavirus: Do I have to go back to work after lockdown?

With lockdown restrictions eased, people may start going back to work. But what are your rights? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dAoz0F

Coronavirus: Simpler funerals now the norm, says Dignity

Families are opting for simpler, cheaper services amid the pandemic, the funeral services group says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YQMlBn

Apps and sites to help cope with the stress of lockdown

BBC Click finds the mental health sites and wellness apps which may help during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WIB1EJ

Coronavirus: Elon Musk vows to move Tesla factory in lockdown row

Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the firm will leave California after he is ordered to keep a factory shut. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WF4DmC

Saudi Arabia triples VAT to support coronavirus-hit economy

The oil-rich kingdom's finances have been rocked after the pandemic forced down global energy prices. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bmjgR0

Colombian airline Avianca files for bankruptcy at US court

The firm said its income has dropping 80% since grounding its fleet due to the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SRbdFk

Coronavirus: High Streets see 'fastest ever' footfall drop

Springboard says the fall in the number of shoppers visiting UK High Streets was "unprecedented". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35OeLgR

Coronavirus: French passengers exempt from UK quarantine plans

The UK government said the new measures would not apply to those travelling from France. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35NcW3P

My Money: 'I've gone from being a photographer to a farmer'

As coronavirus hit, photographer Anna Jackson returned to help her family on their Lincolnshire farm. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2yIfSm4

Coronavirus: Migrants struggle to send money home

The Covid-19 pandemic is limiting the ability of people to send and receive money around the world. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2xRbsZL

Coronavirus: Businesses want 'clear guidance' on return to work

Trade bodies call on government to set out detailed plans for any easing of lockdown restrictions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dweou4

Coronavirus: Airlines warned over passenger refund rights

The aviation watchdog says it could take action if plane companies don't give customers their money back. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2A9U2s4

Coronavirus: What shape will the recession be?

As the world braces for recession, a look at the four letters that could indicate the way the economy recovers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LfpkQH

Coronavirus: Shops should reopen based on safety - retail chief

The British Retail Consortium says practical safety measures will protect staff and shoppers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bh1yyo

Coronavirus: The sex toy manufacturer making NHS gear

The BBC speaks to unexpected sources who are supplying PPE amid coronavirus shortages. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dzsiMa

"Can I get a mortgage if I'm only on 80% pay?"

As millions of people have their salaries cut, will mortgage providers lend based on reduced salary? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WjJdfI

Prince of Wales hails Britain's postal workers during pandemic

Prince Charles praises their "dedication, resilience and hard work" in a letter left outside his home. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fyg1cs

Coronavirus: Elon Musk vows to move Tesla factory in lockdown row

Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the firm will leave California after he is ordered to keep a factory shut. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WF4DmC

Coronavirus: What will a socially-distanced bar look like?

How bars and restaurants could look when coronavirus restrictions are eased. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fABGRt

Nvidia RTX: Noise-destroying AI put to the test

BBC Click's Chris Fox puts two noise-cancelling AI systems through a series of challenges. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2yJoetE

Coronavirus: 'Phone apps helped me spend time with my dying mum'

Andrew's mother was dying in hospital under lockdown, so he used technology to spend time with her. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bhi7Kn

UK 'to bring in 14-day quarantine for air passengers'

Airlines group says it has been told coronavirus quarantining will start from the end of May. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dwJNwC

Coronavirus: Six money-saving ideas for lockdown and beyond

Millions of people are facing pay cuts or less work, so how can you make your money go further? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SK2VPy

Tequila and bedsheets: Five popular lockdown buys

A report by the John Lewis group gives a snapshot of what consumers are buying during the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WDdhSD

Coronavirus: Seed sales soar as more of us become budding gardeners

The lockdown has led to huge growth in the number of people buying garden seeds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2A9zkss

Coronavirus: Pandemic sends US jobless rate to 14.7%

US unemployment rises to highest level since the 1930s as the pandemic devastates the economy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2L9S9hc

Carlos Ghosn: Turkey charges seven over escape from Japan

The former Nissan chief's sensational flight from Japan involved flying via Istanbul to Lebanon. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cdP9MY

Coronavirus: Social media battles new 'Plandemic' virus conspiracy video

A slickly-produced "documentary" has exploded across social media, pedalling medical misinformation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SH6eXR

Facebook and Google extend work from home to year end

The tech giants plan to re-open offices soon but will allow employees to work remotely throughout 2020. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LczgKC

Call for credit card freeze on porn sites

Ten leading bodies say porn sites stream content featuring child sexual abuse and sex trafficking. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SNhhi7

Robot offers help to human co-workers and other tech stories

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

Facebook and Google extend work from home to year end

The tech giants plan to re-open offices soon but will allow employees to work remotely throughout 2020. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LczgKC

Can robotaxis ease public transport fears in China?

More self-driving cabs are being launched in China at a time when people are worried about public transport. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ftUphf

Coronavirus: How African firms are being impacted by the lockdown

With imports slowing, many African nations are learning the importance of local manufacturing. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LbVv3i

Coronavirus: Rail services to be increased as travel restrictions ease

Train operators and the government are planning to increase rail services from mid-May onwards. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3drBVw9

UK 'must prioritise green economic recovery'

Boris Johnson needs to prioritise the environment as the UK recovers from coronavirus, firms say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35I9Q1a

Coronavirus: Young people are keen to fly again, says airline boss

Wizz Air boss József Váradi says budget airlines will be in high demand once the pandemic ends. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WaxtvU

More people are driving despite the lockdown restrictions, says RAC

The motoring group's figures show that the number of vehicles on the road has climbed 11% since lockdown started. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2zfgFLj

Coronavirus bailouts: Which country has the most generous deal?

A look at the different ways nations are trying to cushion the blow from the virus shutdowns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LbwXrm

Uber says 'no sacred cows' as it faces crisis

The firm has already announced job cuts affecting 14% of its staff. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fElQFs

Uber says 'no sacred cows' as it faces crisis

The firm has already announced job cuts affecting 14% of its staff. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fElQFs

Xbox: Microsoft reveals first games for Series X console

The Xbox team shows off new footage of the highly anticipated Assassin's Creed: Valhalla. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YHE56F

Coronavirus: NHS reveals source code behind contact-tracing app

More than 40,000 people have downloaded the contact tracing app so far, ahead of a wider release. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fx4gmv

Coronavirus: Google ends plans for smart city in Toronto

Sister firm Sidewalk Labs cites Covid-19 as the reason for stepping back from its ambitious plan. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35LMZl9

Coronavirus: Scam sites selling masks and fake cures taken down

More than 160,000 suspicious emails have been reported to a new scam-busting service in two weeks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35FnMIZ

Coronavirus: US unemployment claims hit 33.3 million amid virus

Data shows more than 15% of the US workforce is now claiming unemployment benefit. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SEr1eD

Coronavirus contact-tracing: World split between two types of app

The UK is testing its own design but a Google-Apple initiative is winning over many other nations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2W9XyLy

Facebook update crashes TikTok and other rivals

The social network apologised after a software update affects several popular apps on iPhones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WcIMUq

Heathrow can appeal against third runway block

The airport has been granted permission to appeal a block on its expansion plans from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2W9oVWg

Next to open beauty halls in former Debenhams stores

The retail chain will expand its online beauty concept to shopping centres when the lockdown ends. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35KJECT

Virgin Media and O2 join forces to take on BT

A tie-up is agreed that will create one of the UK's largest mobile, broadband and media firms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YFC8aU

Coronavirus: British Airways owner hopes to revive flights in July

Airline group IAG plans for a "meaningful return" of services if lockdown measures are eased. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SKTbob

Bank of England warns of deepest recession on record

The economy is on course to shrink 14% this year with a huge hit to jobs and incomes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fsmrKd

O2 and Virgin Media agree to merge

A tie-up between two of the UK's largest mobile, broadband and media firms will create a major rival to BT. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YFC8aU

Coronavirus: Private renters need more help to 'ride out crisis'

Almost half a million people are at "high risk" of homelessness, local councils warn government. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fsvmLG

Is Disney's theme park reopening a roadmap for businesses?

New measures being introduced at Shanghai Disneyland could be a blueprint for firms restarting operations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SIrRHe

Coronavirus: Will offices be safe for a return to work?

Here's a look at some of the technology that might help monitor the health of employees. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dl3Cqo

Hard-up parents plea for refunds from school travel firm

Specialist school travel company PGL is refusing refunds for cancelled holidays. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2W89NIK

Coronavirus: Boomtime for bikes as virus changes lifestyles

Bicycle shops across the UK say demand for new bikes - and repairs for old ones - is high, and transport policymakers are trying to adjust. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YGBB8w

Coronavirus: Will offices be safe for a return to work?

Here's a look at some of the technology that might help monitor the health of employees. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dl3Cqo

The firm switching from floor tiles to surgical masks

Switching products to suit the times: the floor tile manufacturer now making masks for the NHS. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2L985QS

Fortnite announces Party Royale as players reach 350 million

Fortnite has become a popular places for virtual meet-ups while coronavirus lockdowns are in place. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Wzy4Gp

Sonos Arc soundbar makes jump to Dolby Atmos audio

Speaker-maker adopts "3D audio" tech, but may suffer from coronavirus's impact on consumer spending. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2L2K9ie

Coronavirus: Debenhams to close five stores after lockdown ends

Debenhams will permanently close more stores, after failing to agree new terms with some landlords. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WwtyZw

Facebook's 'supreme court' members announced

The first 20 members include ex-Guardian editor Alan Rusbridger and a former Danish prime minister. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cmwtuc

Uber axes 3,700 staff as trips drop in lockdowns

The pandemic has added to financial challenges facing the taxi-hailing app firm. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3b8RUxy

Zoom tackles hackers with new security measures

The video-calling platform is attempting to bring 'zoombombing' to an end. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2L2u9N6

Coronavirus: Heathrow trialling temperature tests, says boss

The aviation industry has been hit hard as business and leisure travellers stay grounded amid lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3b9RyqH

Coronavirus: EU facing 'deep and uneven recession'

The European Commission predicts a decline in economic activity this year of 7.5%. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YCKikf

How to pick family-friendly video games in lockdown

Navigating the gaming landscape can be tough but there are guides which can aid parents and carers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3b5XEs4

Life inside the UK's first 'TikTok house'

These six creators moved in together to make viral TikTok videos. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Ww0TUn

Coronavirus: Can live-streaming save China's economy?

In China, the live-streaming industry has become an important platform for economic recovery. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2za4NdF

Qatar Airways warns of 'substantial' job losses

State-owned Qatar Airway plans significant staff cutbacks as it deals with the coronavirus downturn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c9qSY5

Watchdog blocks JD Sports' takeover of Footasylum

The competition watchdog says the deal would hit shoppers, but JD Sports "fundamentally disagrees". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SGCjir

Coronavirus: 'More normal' shopping habits are back, says Ocado

The online retailer has seen a huge increase in demand as shoppers stay at home during lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2zYiufW

Lockdown and loaded: virus triggers video game boost

The makers of 'Call of Duty: Warzone' and 'Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order' games see demand soar. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cb9Mt1

Lockdown and loaded: virus triggers video game boost

The makers of 'Call of Duty: Warzone' and 'Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order' games see demand soar. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cb9Mt1

Lord Alan Sugar teeth whitening tweet banned by advertising watchdog

The Apprentice host's tweet, which promoted a teeth whitening kit, broke advertising guidelines. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2W5z5XV

Air fares face turbulence as flights slowly restart

Prices should initially fall but then spike by more than 50% if airlines have to keep middle seats free. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3doBkeP

The groundbreaking way to search lungs for signs of Covid-19

Artificial intelligence technology is being rapidly deployed worldwide to help tackle Covid-19. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2W3Pdcz

Coronavirus: How will you commute to work after lockdown?

Interest in finding an alternative to public transport is growing as people think about returning to the office. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2xAiou7

Virgin Atlantic to cut 3,000 jobs and quit Gatwick

The airline will axe a third of its workforce in response to the "severe impact" of coronavirus. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2W7jBTf

The warehouses where goods are piling up

Shops and restaurants are selling less, but goods are still arriving at warehouses around the UK. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2A1OAri

Redcar council cyber-attack: 90% of systems working

Redcar and Cleveland Council's systems are returning to normal after a ransomware attack. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fbiiKF

Coronavirus: Barclays customers struggle to get 'vital' loans

Small businesses are reporting problems accessing money under the Bounce Back Loan scheme. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3b7Ep1h

Marks and Spencer launches 30-minute home delivery service

The retailer's move comes four months before it is due to go into partnership with Ocado. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2W2KlEq

Latvian drone fuelled for days goes missing, restricting airspace

A Latvian UAV was fuelled for four days of flight before operators lost track of it. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cirqLi

UK-US trade talks will not be an easy ride

Both sides are desperate for a speedy agreement, but there are clear sticking points. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fizFJo

Bois Locker Room: Indian teens' lewd Instagram group causes outrage

A 15-year-old boy is detained in connection with a group that shared images of underage girls. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2KZGotN

Elon Musk acts on promise to sell possessions with house sales

The Tesla boss and new father is reportedly selling homes after saying "possessions weigh you down". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3b6ZDwf

Elon Musk acts on promise to sell possessions with house sales

The maverick Tesla boss and new father puts homes on the market after saying "possessions weigh you down". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3b6ZDwf

Coronavirus: Victims lose thousands to fake puppy and kitten sales

Some animal lovers hoping to buy pets during the coronavirus lockdown are being exploited by fraudsters. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ytLPyw

Vue Cinemas hoping for mid-July reopening

The boss of one of Britain's biggest chains says cinemas can control social distancing. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2xEOFQW

German top court criticises European Central Bank crisis bond-buying

The constitutional court ruling does not directly affect the European Central Bank's coronavirus aid. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2L1qSxA

Coronavirus: UK service sector activity plummets at record pace

A widely watched economic survey shows the dominant services sector all but stalled last month. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SzCwEc

Gold's Gym files for bankruptcy protection

The global gym chain was made famous by the 1977 docudrama Pumping Iron with Arnold Schwarzenegger. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KXjDXo

Coronavirus: 'Travel bubble' plan to help kick-start flights

Australia and New Zealand plan an unrestricted travel corridor which could be extended to other countries. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WuYusO

Couples get married in virtual wedding ceremonies

Video calling technology is helping people share their special day with others during lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SBPnFX

The groundbreaking way to search lungs for Covid-19

Artificial intelligence technology is being rapidly deployed worldwide to help tackle Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2W3Pdcz

Coronavirus: New UK car registrations fall by 97%

Motor industry records only a few thousand registrations as Covid-19 outbreak keeps buyers at home. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35Dm8aT

CEOs cutting salaries is mostly a 'publicity stunt'

High-profile chief executives are taking pay cuts during the downturn but could still be better off. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2zceM1O

YouTube signs exclusive deal with PewDiPie

The popular video maker has been at the centre of controversy over anti-Semitic posts he made in the past. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2W4kjRi

Coronavirus: ‘The nursery I run may not survive’

Thousands of nurseries and childminders may have to shut permanently due to the pandemic, new research suggests. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2W3NBQ3

‘After eight years on drugs, I run a million-dollar firm again'

The US designer who rebuilt his life after destroying it through cocaine and crystal meth addiction. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bYBYPS

Coronavirus: US to borrow record $3tn as spending soars

The sum is more than five times the previous quarterly record, in the 2008 financial crisis. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2yvuWmW

Coronavirus: Aer Lingus review after packed flight complaint

Passengers on a Belfast-Heathrow flight were sat side by side despite social-distancing guidelines. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fjC0ny

GE to cut up to quarter of its aviation staff

The air travel industry is preparing for a prolonged slowdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SzVUR8

Trade talks between UK and US set to get under way

Ministers say they will drive a "hard bargain" but Labour say they must be "wary" of President Trump. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YAqNJ9

Coronavirus: Deloitte scraps summer internship scheme

The consulting giant offers candidates £500 instead, a sixth of what some would have earned on the scheme. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c1bQnu

Coronavirus: UK contact-tracing app is ready for Isle of Wight downloads

Isle of Wight council staff and healthcare workers will be invited to start testing app on Tuesday. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Wp4Rhw

Coronavirus: Amazon vice president quits at virus firings

A senior engineer claims 'a vein of toxicity' is running through the firm which fired protestors. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YzLrcm

O2 and Virgin Media in talks to merge

A tie-up between two of the UK's largest mobile, broadband and media firms could create a major rival to BT. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3d8Hcsc

Coronavirus: Draft post-lockdown workplace rules contain 'huge gaps' - TUC

The leader of the TUC says she cannot recommend the government's draft advice "in its current form". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WqjL75

Coronavirus France: Cameras to monitor masks and social distancing

New surveillance software will help French police enforce mask-wearing and social distancing. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2yiirLI

Facebook unveils 'human-like' chatbot

It says almost half of people preferred interactions with the bot compared with a person. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2W16Zgd

Coronavirus: Amazon vice president quits at virus firings

A senior engineer claims 'a vein of toxicity' is running through the firm which fired protestors. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YzLrcm

Tesla applies to generate electricity in UK market

The company says its licence to generate power for the UK is tied to its new Autobidder product. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2KUzsOG

J Crew files for bankruptcy protection

Creditors are set to take control of the firm, the first big US retail victim of the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c4XWRk

O2 and Virgin Media in talks to merge

A tie-up between two of the UK's largest mobile, broadband and media firms could create a major rival to BT. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3d8Hcsc

Coronavirus: Far-right spreads Covid-19 'infodemic' on Facebook

An investigation details how extremists are trying to exploit the pandemic via the social network. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aX9wwt

Covid-19: Investigating the spread of fake coronavirus news

In a joint investigation BBC Click investigates the groups behind fake news about the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YC5WW5

Coronavirus: Ghana's dancing pallbearers become Covid-19 meme

Social media users have adopted the troupe as a dark-humoured symbol of death in the time of Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2z29hD5

Coronavirus: High-schoolers take their proms online

With social distancing in place, teenagers are hosting their proms on Zoom. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VXDDzx

Coronavirus: Air passengers told to wear face masks

Some airlines are now making it compulsory for travellers to put on masks when they resume travel. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2xsm4hs

Coronavirus: Treasury rolls out small business 'bounce back' loans

The new scheme will offer smaller amounts than the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KVAcTF

Coronavirus: Unions warn over move to increase rail services

Rail union leaders have written to Prime Minister Boris Johnson with "severe concerns". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KW8oyu

My Money: 'With love on my side, I can get through today'

As part of a BBC blog series, Leena Yousefi in Canada talks us through one week during the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KPSFki

Coronavirus: Contact tracing app to be trialled on Isle of Wight

The experiment is part of the government's track and trace strategy aimed at limiting a second wave. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YsjTWr

Coronavirus: UK airlines warn quarantine will 'kill air travel'

Companies say delaying passengers' entrance risks cutting off the UK from the rest of the world. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Yvk2rV

Coronavirus: McDonald's seeks rent cut from UK landlords

The fast food chain is in talks with property firms as it prepares to reopen some sites. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2z50dgJ

Coronavirus lockdown: Business group calls for phased easing

Ministers must set out plan immediately and sustain public spending if needed, business group urges. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35uB4rJ

Coronavirus: 'The only thing on my mind is coming back'

From restaurants to hairdressers, how are firms getting ready for a new normal when lockdown ends? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VVvX0K

Coronavirus: Rolls-Royce 'to cut up to 8,000 jobs'

The firm says it "needs to take action" after aircraft manufacturers cut production amid the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35mJxgL

Warren Buffett's company Berkshire Hathaway sells US airline shares

The billionaire investor says he doesn't see any remaining upside in the airline industry. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YsbOkA

Coronavirus coffee farmer: 'We're definitely scared'

Many small coffee producers fear they will go under, as Covid-19 has shut down their usual buyers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SwnI94

Love Bug's creator tracked down to repair shop in Manila

Two decades after the world's first major computer virus, an author finds the perpetrator in Manila. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2yoNiWT

Coronavirus: David Icke's channel deleted by YouTube

The platform says Mr Icke repeatedly violated its policies by posting misleading videos about Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fjjqfl

Coronavirus: Eurostar passengers told to cover their faces

Those travelling by train to the Continent may be denied boarding if they do not comply with the rule. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3d9AkuY

Coronavirus: Coping with lockdown on poor broadband

Slow wi-fi under lockdown and how to speed it up. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2xrzIl9

Elon Musk tweet wipes $14bn off Tesla's value

The tweet was one of several bizarre postings, including a promise to sell his possessions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35kN13i

Elon Musk tweet wipes $14bn off Tesla's value

The tweet was one of several bizarre postings, including a promise to sell his possessions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35kN13i

Coronavirus: Ireland and UK opt for different tracing approaches

The border with Northern Ireland presents "technical challenges" that have yet to be solved. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WgfenR

Controversial sale of .org web domain blocked

Ethos Capital wanted to run the company behind .org web domains for profit. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aYODAJ

Coronavirus: Shopping centre giant threatens brands over rent

Property-owner Intu says it will take legal action against big chains that refuse to pay. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Wi4iWx

Coronavirus: McDonald's to start delivery-only reopening

The fast food chain will reopen 15 outlets, serving a limited menu that won't include breakfast. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WjoqHN

Coronavirus: David Icke kicked off Facebook

Mr Icke's page was removed for publishing "health misinformation that could cause physical harm". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2L2GGjP

Deezer develops AI to detect explicit song lyrics

The streaming service says it hopes to make it easier for people to hide offensive content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bW2rNI

Coronavirus lockdown hastens e-book VAT exemption