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Lee Jae-yong: Samsung heir faces fresh charges over 2015 merger

South Korean prosecutors indict Lee Jae-yong on alleged stock and accounting fraud over a 2015 merger. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lBNjuf

The 1980s 'super recession': When unemployment topped 3m - and kept rising

As the UK copes with being in a recession, how does it compare with the recession in the 1980s? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EUlQmx

Lee Jae-yong: Samsung heir indicted for fraud in 2015 merger

South Korean prosecutors indict Lee Jae-yong on alleged stock and accounting fraud over a 2015 merger. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lBNjuf

Zoom revenues skyrocket as profits double

The popular video conferencing app has seen a 458% jump in customer growth compared with last year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YRjmg4

Bella Thorne, OnlyFans and the battle over monetising content

Content creators say OnlyFans has slashed incomes by placing caps on prices charged on the platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lxexCt

Facebook threatens news sharing ban in Australia

The social media giant is preparing for a new law that would force it to pay publishers for news articles. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2DhBl7V

Bella Thorne, OnlyFans and the battle over monetising content

Content creators say OnlyFans has slashed incomes by placing caps on prices charged on the platform. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lxexCt

Facebook threatens news sharing ban in Australia

The social media giant is preparing for a new law that would force it to pay publishers for news articles. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2DhBl7V

Coronavirus: Portugal return to quarantine list would cause 'chaos and hardship'

The head of BA's parent company warns against new measures, as coronavirus cases in Portugal rise. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EIATAe

Zoom revenues skyrocket as profits double

The popular video conferencing app has seen a 458% jump in customer growth compared with last year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YRjmg4

M&S food goes fully online with Ocado launch

The grocer is making its entire range available for delivery but experts are divided on the move. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jwTnT8

Child Trust Funds: Teenagers get first chance to access cash

Savings pots could now be worth more than £1,000 but many teenagers are unaware they exist. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EUq1yJ

How this African restaurant adapted to the pandemic

Molly Malone's Restaurant in Johannesburg has converted its carpark into an outdoor 'roadhouse'. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32KIru3

Rival powers jockey for the lead in hypersonic aircraft

The US, China and Russia are pouring money into aircraft that can fly at five times the speed of sound. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lzayFi

Yegor Zhukov: Leading Russian opposition blogger beaten up

Yegor Zhukov, who is critical of President Putin, narrowly avoided prison last year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34PT3L8

TikTok owner to 'strictly' obey China's tech takeover law

New rules mean Beijing could block the sale of the app's video recommendation engine. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ENqH9d

India GDP shows worst quarterly slump in decades

It contracted by 23.9% in the quarter from April to June, according to official data. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/34N1g2D

TikTok to 'strictly' obey China's tech takeover law

New rules mean Beijing could block the sale of the app's video recommendation engine. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ENqH9d

Google-Facebook ditch plans to dock giant data cable in Hong Kong

The US government had expressed concerns that China might steal data carried by the cable. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31KRQCV

Tesla Autopilot detects speed limits and green lights

The new update is available to drivers in the US with Autopilot activated. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QGdZfe

Chess Olympiad: India and Russia both get gold after controversial final

India is declared joint winner with Russia after two players lost connection during the final round. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QzYB3W

Sir Isaac Newton's notes among Cambridge web gallery 'treasures'

Cambridge University Library adds high-resolution images of its collection to a free culture site. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34OmpcQ

Coronavirus: 'Covidiots' criticised on Tui quarantine flight

Mask rules were ignored on a Zante flight where everyone was told to self-isolate, a passenger says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2QCAiCi

The airline founder building Asia’s next super app

AirAsia’s Tony Fernandes is expanding into banking, music and e-payments to help tackle the travel slump. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31HAbMf

The airline founder building Asia’s next super app

AirAsia’s Tony Fernandes is expanding into banking, music and e-payments to help tackle the travel slump. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31HAbMf

The search engine boss who wants to help us all plant trees

Christian Kroll is the boss of Ecosia, which donates 80% of its profits to tree-planting projects. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YPoIZg

Price of plastic carrier bags to double to 10p next year

The fee for single-use bags will rise to 10p and be extended to all shops from April 2021. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gDVWRf

Government paid influencers to promote Test and Trace

Taxpayer money was used to pay influencers to promote Test and Trace. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bdp94k

The search engine boss who wants to help us all plant trees

Christian Kroll is the boss of Ecosia, which donates 80% of its profits to tree-planting projects. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YPoIZg

Government paid influencers to promote Test and Trace

Taxpayer money was used to pay influencers to promote Test and Trace. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bdp94k

Eat Out to Help Out discount comes to an end

The government's dining discount scheme ends on Monday, but there are calls for it to be extended. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32DNxbN

'We need Eat Out To Help Out to run in the autumn'

A group of restaurateurs wants the Eat Out To Help Out scheme to be brought back in the autumn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2DbS2kY

Capita to close over a third of offices permanently

Outsourcing firm Capita is looking to close offices as the trend for flexible working accelerates. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2DigQbe

Moss Bros considering closing stores in rescue deal

The suit maker has been hit by Covid-19 restrictions on events such as Royal Ascot and large weddings. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/34LgYLr

One in four BHS stores remain vacant four years after collapse

Department store chain closed its last stores in 2016 but finding new uses is a lengthy process. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lxldQH

Neuralink: Elon Musk unveils pig with chip in its brain

Gertrude the pig is a prototype of a brain-to-machine interface. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2G9niSV

Cloud gaming: Are game streaming services bad for the planet?

Remote streaming services may be the future but could cause a sharp rise in emissions, a study shows. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2EN8etf

Why parcel delivery courier company DPD is in court

Most DPD drivers are on self-employed franchise contracts without sick pay and holiday pay. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YLzPCn

Apple removes Fortnite developer Epic from App Store

The move is the latest in a row between Apple and Fortnite creator Epic over in-app payments. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jtpT8F

Coronavirus unemployment: 'I felt worthless'

Julie changed jobs a week before lockdown - then found herself out of work and ineligible for help. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3luLSO3

Learner drivers park manual cars in shift to automatic

The number of people taking lessons in automatic vehicles has risen every year since 2012. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ELalxI

Waitrose signs up Deliveroo for rapid food delivery

Deliveroo customers could have goods from Waitrose delivered to their homes within 30 minutes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gCMTjM

Santander hit by online banking outage ahead of holiday weekend

The hitch comes ahead of the August bank holiday and the day millions receive their monthly salary. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hJh620

Santander hit by online banking outage ahead of holiday weekend

The hitch comes ahead of the August bank holiday and the day millions receive their monthly salary. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hJh620

Coronavirus: What do we know about the Banham Poultry outbreak?

The 80 positive coronavirus cases at a factory in Norfolk is regarded as a "significant" outbreak. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jkTReT

Coronavirus: Fitness industry 'devastated' by lockdown

Gym owners call for government support similar to the Eat Out to Help Out scheme. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3b7h5lC

Coronavirus: Gatwick passenger numbers collapse by 14.7 million

The airport says it will take four to five years for air traffic to return to pre-pandemic levels. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3b8uDxl

Mobile users still 'ripped off' by operators says Which?

Some customers are still paying full price for contracts even after they paid off expensive phones. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hChqiK

Scrapping 213 local councils could save £3bn says report

It comes as the government prepares to publish plans on overhauling the local government system. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31BnTF8

Seaweed: The food and fuel of the future?

The farming of seaweed is accelerating as firms exploit its fast growth and green credentials. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hOeuQt

NZ takes action over stock market cyber attacks

The comments from New Zealand's finance minister come after trading was hit for the fourth day in a row. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3loGTP9

Walmart joins Microsoft in bid for TikTok's US operations

US retail giant Walmart is the latest firm to bid for the Chinese video sharing app's US operations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3huTz4y

Mini robo-surgeon performs mock surgery and other news

BBC Click’s Omar Mehtab looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3b29Snb

Coronavirus: Renters need financial help, campaigners warn

A charity says families are behind with rent after being "punched unexpectedly into debt" due to the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gBA8pp

Coronavirus: Back-to-work message to be aired as schools reopen

A government campaign starting next week will urge people to go back to the workplace. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hChv6a

Benefits claimants face landlord discrimination despite ruling

Thousands of listings on a property website are not available to people on benefits. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EBxOS5

Tough times to continue for Chinese firms in the US

It doesn't matter if Trump or Biden wins, the anti-Chinese sentiment will remain on the White House agenda. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YGdV3s

NZ takes action over stock market cyber attacks

The comments from New Zealand's finance minister come after trading was hit for the fourth day in a row. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3loGTP9

Mobile users still "ripped off" by operators says Which?

Some customers are still paying full price for contracts even after they paid off expensive phones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hChqiK

Elon Musk to show off working brain-hacking device

Neuralink is working on ways to connect the human brain to machines. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31A1FDu

Five things to focus on in your CV

When it comes to CV-writing, maximise your chances of a job by focusing on these five things. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lpT0eH

Blueberry farmers warn of 'disaster' crop

Wild blueberry farmers in the US state of Maine are now facing numerous challenges. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hsJogS

Seaweed: The food and fuel of the future?

The farming of seaweed is accelerating as firms exploit its fast growth and green credentials. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hOeuQt

Pret A Manger to cut over a third of UK workforce

The sandwich chain will slash 3,000 roles as part of a rescue plan for the business. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3b3T4vZ

Walmart to join Microsoft in bid for TikTok

The US retail giant Walmart has confirmed it is interested in buying the Chinese video sharing app. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3huTz4y

Fed relaxes inflation target in major policy shift

It will give the central bank more flexibility in how it aids the US recovery, says Chair Jerome Powell. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gx0yZl

TikTok Holocaust trend 'hurtful and offensive'

Users have been uploading videos pretending to be Holocaust victims. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31y9gCr

Facebook says Apple ad-blocking settings could halve revenue

In the upcoming iOS 14, apps have to explicitly ask users' permission to collect and share data. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2EmGuw1

Europe to start Boeing 737 Max test flights

EU aviation regulators say clearance by their US counterparts will not automatically apply in Europe. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hugqx8

Apple Fortnite players left behind in new update

The new season of Epic's popular game does not - and will not - appear on any Apple devices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32unN1l

British Gas sorry for winter prepayment top-up switch failure

The firm will pay £1.73m after prepayment meter customers were not told about a new provider. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YDhI1v

Mike Pompeo steps up criticism of HSBC over Hong Kong

The US secretary of state accuses the banking giant of aiding China's "political repression". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gtVnJH

Online retailer The Hut Group plans £4.5bn listing

The move by the owner of the Lookfantasic and Illamasqua brands could land its founder a £700m windfall. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jbjfUm

TikTok boss quits as Trump's ban looms

Kevin Mayer is leaving after two months at the video-sharing app at the centre of US-China tensions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32tqnVo

Coronavirus: Payment for people on low incomes who must self-isolate

The benefit will be trialled in some parts of north-west England where coronavirus cases have risen. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31ya9Ln

Coronavirus: Rolls-Royce reports record loss as travel slumps

The company, which makes engines for planes, is cutting jobs and selling assets to bolster its finances. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EmcNv6

TikTok boss quits as Trump's ban looms

Kevin Mayer is leaving the video-sharing app at the centre of controversy amid US-China tensions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32tqnVo

Warnings of 'ghost towns' if staff do not return to the office

Local businesses and jobs will suffer if workers do not return to the office, says the head of the CBI. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/34D73Yg

Coronavirus: Pent-up demand 'leading to quicker home sales'

Property deals are racing though compared to last year, as the market recovers after lockdown halted sales. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EB0c6P

Selling a new tea: 'Get the liquid on the lips'

Selling kombucha tea: “Getting the liquid on the lips was the most important challenge”. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2QrUJ4Z

'During lockdown my son was super stuck to me'

In Singapore, single mum Coco says Covid-19 has been hard for her and five-year-old son Jacob. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gBd22e

US election 2020: Twitter suspends accounts sharing poll message

They are behind a viral meme posing as a Black Lives Matter protester who now backs Donald Trump. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hvSeut

Warning over 'dangerous' DIY beauty trends on TikTok

Teenagers have posted videos of supposed teeth-whitening, lip-plumping and mole-removal tips. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2EjI4id

Coronavirus: Some restaurants extend Eat Out to September

Some eateries have decided to extend the discount scheme for another month to draw in more customers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31rT5GS

Gatwick Airport plans to cut 600 jobs due to coronavirus

The job losses follow an 80% drop in passenger numbers due to coronavirus, the airport says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lmArIg

Coronavirus: UK 'could lose £60m a day' as tourism slumps

Foreign visitors are "staying away from the UK in droves" because of Covid-19, an industry body says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2QxqUjj

YouTube video removals doubled during lockdown

The firm says it took down more videos than ever when automatic systems did more of the work. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34G4m8F

BMW Mini Oxford car plant set for hundreds of job losses

The number of shifts are to be reduced because of a "substantial" fall in customer demand. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3aZAqFw

Coronavirus: UK economy worst hit in OECD

The OECD says the UK economy was the worst affected among major economies between April and June. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31uVP6r

Did Messi really send his Barcelona transfer request by fax?

A short history of fax, why Messi had to use Spain's burofax system and some more fax facts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2D0YETl

Coronavirus: Rail passengers to be warned when trains are busy

Rail companies plan to share capacity information with passengers so they can avoid crowded trains. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3aVas67

New Zealand stock exchange halted by cyber-attack

Relatively simple DDoS attacks knocked trading offline on Tuesday and Wednesday, NZX says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2EAKiti

Germany extends coronavirus pay top-up scheme

Short-time work subsidies had been due to expire next March, but will now run until the end of 2021. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2QpNRVL

Spreadsheet error delays Scottish hospital opening

A new report reveals the catalogue of mistakes that left an Edinburgh children's hospital unusable. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2CYOYst

What’s behind the US’s proposed WeChat ban?

The billion user social networking app can also be used for shopping, gaming and other activities. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jgaBE5

Plane built on Mumbai rooftop takes to the skies

No one believed pilot Amol Yadav when he told them his plans, but he proved them wrong. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32pP595

Ant IPO: China's mighty financial group heads for a mega market debut

Little known in the West, China's dominant mobile payment firm is tipped for the world's biggest IPO. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EAGGHL

No plan for a return to the office for millions of staff

Fifty of the biggest UK employers say they have no plans to return all their staff full time in the near future. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3b0DjFZ

'I took a pay cut but at least I kept my job’

Companies across the UK have asked staff to accept lower pay in order to avoid lay-offs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3grhdxp

Coronavirus: Can I work from home overseas?

Thinking about setting up a home office abroad? Here's what you need to know. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lmOBJI

Financial firms 'must do more' amid coronavirus complaints

More than 3,500 complaints about coronavirus-related financial issues have been made to the ombudsman. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/34DTgkx

'We're giving up our office forever to work from home'

Why one Birmingham-based company has decided to give up its office and let its staff permanently work from home. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lggy5H

Why are clothing sizes so erratic and can they be fixed?

New apps use your phone to record your dimensions and recommend what size to buy at shops. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lb99Vr

Eat Out discount used 64m times in three weeks

The Treasury says its scheme, which gives diners 50% off in August, is helping to protect 1.8m jobs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3aTEGWW

American Airlines to cut 19,000 jobs as travel falls

The world's top airline will have 30% fewer staff by October amid a slump in demand for air travel. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FZXd8V

Fraudsters target years of pension savings

Men in their 50s are the most likely targets of criminals, with losses totalling millions of pounds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3huolKO

DFS reports jump in sofa sales as shoppers sit it out

DFS reports a £100m rise in sales as people splash out after spending more time at home. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EuGTMu

Chinese phones with built-in malware sold in Africa

The malicious code could sign owners up to subscription services without permission. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32m0I0R

Virgin Atlantic wins backing for £1.2bn rescue deal

An agreement with creditors will secure the airline's future for the next 18 months. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31rJNux

Apple can block Epic's Fortnite but not Unreal Engine

The ruling, which protects Epic's Unreal Engine tool, holds until a full hearing on 28 September. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Eg2FE8

Apple can block Epic's Fortnite but not Unreal Engine

The ruling, which protects Epic's Unreal Engine tool, holds until a full hearing on 28 September. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Eg2FE8

Appledore Shipyard to reopen after £7m InfraStrata deal

Appledore Shipyard in Devon closed in March 2019 but has now been bought by InfraStrata. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3aRTUvN

Co-op Bank to shed 350 jobs and close branches

Economic uncertainty and the shift to online banking have prompted the cuts, the bank says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lfZuN4

Virgin Atlantic awaits key vote on survival deal

The airline agreed the £1.2bn rescue deal in July to secure its future beyond the coronavirus crisis. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3joPqjp

Facebook blocks Thai access to group critical of monarchy

The social media giant says it's preparing legal action after being ordered to block access in Thailand. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QnIQgk

KFC drops Finger Lickin' Good slogan amid coronavirus

Fast food giant says the slogan does not feel "quite right" amid the global pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CU80jw

Climate change: New UK law to curb deforestation in supply chains

UK businesses will have to show that products and supply lines are free from illegal deforestation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3aTuUUG

Trump: US and China hold 'constructive' trade talks after delay

President Trump had previously postponed the trade meeting as he didn't "want to talk to China right now." from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/34umphP

Why are clothes sizes so erratic and can they be fixed?

New apps use your phone to record your dimensions and recommend what size to buy at shops. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lb99Vr

The Iranian immigrant who conquered online video tech

Shahrzad Rafati is the boss of internet video technology firm BroadbandTV. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CSIrQ1

Carmakers urge FTC to fight Qualcomm ruling

Carmakers and tech firms warn prices of 5G devices and connected cars will rise if action isn't taken. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Yu79hh

Carmakers urge FTC to fight Qualcomm ruling

Carmakers and tech firms warn prices of 5G devices and connected cars will rise if action isn't taken. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Yu79hh

TikTok calls Trump ban ‘political’ in lawsuit

President Donald Trump ordered Americans to stop doing business with the popular Chinese video app. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3leF2MQ

Facebook agrees to pay France €106m in back taxes

The social networking giant has also agreed to pay France 50% more tax for 2020. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aSsfdX

TikTok calls Trump ban ‘political’ in lawsuit

President Donald Trump ordered Americans to stop doing business with the popular Chinese video app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3leF2MQ

Facebook agrees to pay France €106m in back taxes

The social networking giant has also agreed to pay France 50% more tax for 2020. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3aSsfdX

Climate change: Removing CO2 could spark big rise in food prices

Technologies that remove CO2 from air could drive up food prices five-fold in parts of the world from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hpPWN7

Microsoft backs Epic Games in legal row with Apple

The Xbox company has declared support for the Fortnite-maker as it battles Apple's "monopoly". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lnvYFs

'Creepy men' message women on Scrabble Go app

Men, believed to be romance scammers, are approaching women via the chat function of the game. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Exi02A

'Creepy men' message women on Scrabble Go app

Men, believed to be romance scammers, are approaching women via the chat function of the game. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Exi02A

BTS's Dynamite shatters YouTube records - and heads for UK number one

Dynamite is the first video in YouTube history to gain over 100 million views in a 24-hour period. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FSnRjT

Bletchley Park: New crisis for code-breaking hub

The chief executive of the Bletchley Park Trust says it is struggling to survive. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2CUOh3p

Tesco's 16,000 jobs drive to reward lockdown temps

The supermarket says people hired to deal with a surge in deliveries will get permanent roles. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32jQSfU

Trump's postal-vote tweet misleading, says Twitter

The platform flagged the president's tweet and said it could "dissuade voters". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aPuYou

Fortnite Apple row: Microsoft backs Epic in court filing

The Xbox company has declared support for the Fortnite-maker as it battles Apple's "monopoly". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lnvYFs

Coronavirus: Bailiffs return to chase pre-lockdown unpaid debts

Bailiffs are resuming operations after a five-month suspension due to coronavirus. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3aRTJ3q

Floating caravans: Tech for socially distant holidays

From caravans that can go on land and water to a kit that can convert your car into a motorhome. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aRrFgx

Mike Ashley buys long-time rival's business out of administration

The Sports Direct owner will buy gyms and shops from Dave Whelan after they went bust. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hoyPeP

Coronavirus job losses may deepen regional inequality - Labour

Areas with a high proportion of workers in struggling sectors will be hardest hit by the pandemic, the party says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hBz2eV

Rio Tinto bosses lose bonuses over Aboriginal cave destruction

Executives at the mining giant Rio Tinto have had their payouts cut over the culturally important site. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3aPaLiA

The Iranian immigrant who conquered online video tech

Shahrzad Rafati is the boss of internet video technology firm BroadbandTV. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2CSIrQ1

Travel firms 'desperately need' government help

The industry is asking government for a new rescue plan as jobs are being lost at an "alarming" rate. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31kZBis

Stress, burnout and redundancy: Tough times in IT

More staff working from home means more work for IT staff, but many face uncertainty over their jobs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hgsYbf

John Lewis to pull 'Never knowingly undersold' pledge

The new boss says the slogan is likely to be replaced as the chain modernises. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ghnOKU

TikTok to launch legal action against Trump over ban

President Donald Trump ordered Americans to stop doing business with the popular Chinese video app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hkHhvu

TikTok launches legal action against Trump over ban

President Donald Trump ordered Americans to stop doing business with the popular Chinese video app. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hkHhvu

Coronavirus forces STA Travel out of business

The firm which focused on the youth tourism market has 50 outlets in the UK. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3j77MF5

US wins end of EU lobster tariffs in mini trade deal

Trade officials said the move to roll back some tariffs was part of "improving EU-US relations". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FLfvum

Turkey's Erdogan hails huge natural gas find

President Erdogan says a Turkish drilling ship has made a major gas discovery in the Black Sea. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EhwiVg

Coronavirus: What are the rules around evictions?

The ban on evictions has been extended, but how do they work? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3j3C8Zm

Driving test website crashes as bookings resume in England and Wales

The website for tests in England and Wales crashes on the morning of relaunching following the lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Yl5wlZ

Ofcom broadband compensation scheme in record payout

Providers who joined a compensation scheme paid £20.7m in the last six months of 2019 says Ofcom. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YmT1pO

Coronavirus: UK tourists face new quarantine deadline race

Travellers from Croatia, Austria and Trinidad and Tobago must self-isolate for two weeks from Saturday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/34q0V5T

Crossrail needs extra £450m and delayed until 2022

The project's CEO Mark Wild says the project is in its "complex final stages". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kYVGQe

Norwich Jarrold job losses: Boss Minnie Moll among 90 to lose jobs 'due to coronavirus'

The chief executive is made redundant as the group axes jobs in "Covid-related" cuts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31f01Hi

Why is Croatia on the quarantine list? And other questions

People returning to the UK from Croatia must self-isolate from Saturday. We answer your travel questions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3l4IWrf

Brexit: UK-EU trade deal 'seems unlikely' says Michel Barnier

The bloc's negotiator says talks are "going backwards" as the UK says "little progress" has been made. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/328IS1i

Uber ex-security boss accused of covering up hack attack

Joseph Sullivan has been charged with obstruction of justice in the US over a 2016 data breach. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Q9rd3M

Robo-chameleon tongue's high speed grab and other news

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

Cuties: Netflix drops promotional poster after controversy

A promotional image for an award-winning new film showed young girls posing in skimpy outfits. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3j2upuD

Call of Duty: The twins who 'stole' grandad's internet now playing for millions

Bradley and Matthew Marshall, (AKA Skrapz and Wuskin) on the Call of Duty World Championships. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34kBGBC

UK government debt hits £2tn for first time

The government now owes more than 100% of GDP for the first time in 60 years. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YlyceF

UK retail sales climb back to pre-pandemic levels

Sales rose by 3.6% in July as demand for clothing recovered and people spent more on fuel. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3l6H29x

Coronavirus: Job shortage sees 1,000 people chase one position

Data reveals vacancy adverts are down by 59% compared with last summer, with some areas down 80%. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2E2Ujzz

News publishers fight tech giants for better deals

Apple and Google face pressure from news providers who want a greater share of revenue for their content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3l3RPl1

News publishers fight tech giants for better deals

Apple and Google face pressure from news providers who want a greater share of revenue for their content. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3l3RPl1

China's Alibaba offers olive branch to Trump

The comments from the online retail giant's boss come as the firm saw sales jump in the wake of the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ErKzOQ

China's Alibaba offers olive branch to Trump

The comments from the online retail giant's boss come as the firm saw sales jump in the wake of the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ErKzOQ

Stress, burnout and redundancy: Tough times in IT

More staff working from home means more work for IT staff, but many face uncertainty over their jobs. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hgsYbf

Coronavirus: Eviction day fears for worried tenants in England and Wales

Eviction cases resume on Monday - but with new restrictions - in contrast to elsewhere in the UK. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31gs74N

Rugby League World Cup 2021 in England aims for high impact

The 2021 Rugby League World Cup wants to use the sport's northern roots to spread its wings overseas. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32apyAL

'We have had parents crying for us to open'

The children's activities sector says it has been hit hard by the coronavirus lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32bUznX

Coronavirus: Portugal added to UK's safe travel list as Croatia is removed

Portugal is added to UK's safe travel list but Croatia, Austria and Trinidad and Tobago are removed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FHqAfY

Lyft suspends service in California over employment row

Both Uber and Lyft face a Friday deadline to change business practices in California. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3aMkqXd

Lyft suspends service in California over employment row

Both Uber and Lyft face a Friday deadline to change business practices in California. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aMkqXd

AirBnB bans all house parties worldwide

The home-sharing firm threatens legal action against guests or hosts who violate the ban. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FC3bfH

QAnon: Facebook takes action on conspiracy groups

Facebook removes and restricts thousands of groups and accounts dedicated to promoting the conspiracy theory. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32cocFk

Queen's 'uphill battle' to stop Trump using songs on social media

The band have "repeatedly taken issue with the Trump campaign" about videos featuring their hits. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3higboP

US jobless claims rise back above one million

The number of Americans on benefits surpassed economists' forecasts of 925,000 claimants. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3h9Svmx

A-levels: Ofqual's 'cheating' algorithm under review

Those implementing it "did not understand what the maths they had typed in meant", one expert says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3heIwfD

Online news means some TV bulletins may disappear

There may be just one daily national bulletin on regular TV in 10 years' time, Fran Unsworth says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34hfrwE

Croatia could be next on UK quarantine list, say sources

If confirmed, anyone travelling to the UK from the country would have to quarantine for 14 days. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YfWh6g

Mothercare finalises deal to sell products in Boots

The agreement is part of a restructure of the baby goods firm, which closed its UK stores in January. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EhLJws

Mukbang: Why is China clamping down on eating influencers?

The Chinese government is waging war on the eating influencers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aDSrcm

Sports Direct owner Frasers Group sees signs of 'normality' returning

Despite the recovery Frasers Group says profits fell during "the most challenging year" in its history. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/327lUrk

Airbnb puts stock market launch back on the table

The online booking firm had plans to publicly list before the coronavirus struck earlier this year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aDHJ5F

Airbnb puts stock market launch back on the table

The online booking firm had plans to publicly list before the coronavirus struck earlier this year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3aDHJ5F

Coronavirus-hit Qantas posts £1bn annual loss

The Australian airline expects around 4,000 of its planned job cuts to be finalised by the end of September. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Q9MRoM

Real 'Wolf of Wall Street' offers investor knowhow

Jordan Belfort, who inspired the Martin Scorsese movie, is offering amateur traders tips online. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YjwXwt

Boeing wins first 737 order since 2019 after crashes

Polish charter airline Enter Air said it has confidence in the review the aircraft has faced since the crashes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3getLbk

Trump attacks Goodyear for campaign clothes ban

The tyre company says it asks staff to refrain from "political campaigning". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hoRhnm

Apple first US company to be valued at $2tn

The tech giant reaches the milestone just two years after achieving a $1tn stock market valuation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gbtsyd

Apple helped make 'top secret' iPod for US government

A former Apple engineer says the modified iPod secretly recorded data using hidden extra hardware inside. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3j0NPjz

Apple first US company to be valued at $2tn

The tech giant reaches the milestone just two years after achieving a $1tn stock market valuation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gbtsyd

Coronavirus in Northampton: 'I wake up and hope we have no lockdown'

How do businesses feel in the town with the highest number of new Covid-19 cases in England? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kXXTLH

Spotify goes down around the globe

The popular music streaming service could not play any songs for more than an hour. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hd8sIy

Makeup: The eyes have it for post-lockdown sales

Masks and the ongoing use of video calls means eye makeup is taking a greater share of sales, analysts say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/34kiaWd

Phones could detect drinking over legal driving limit

By tracking how people walk, they were able to detect the owner's blood alcohol level. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kYhr2y

Coronavirus: Lockdown budgeting exploited by fraudsters

Investment scams rise during the summer as con-artists take advantage of coronavirus uncertainty. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2DXFH4w

Facebook 'danger to public health' warns report

A study from an activist group suggests health misinformation was viewed 3.8 billion times in the past year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3l1jvH2

Virtual time machine: ‘I can watch my life from 2019’

Lucas Rizzotto has built a "time machine" based on how he recorded life in 2019 with smart glasses. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kWRTD2

PPE costs add to surprise jump in UK inflation in July

Extra cost of personal protection equipment for dentists and hairdressers helped send UK inflation to 1%. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Q5SiF1

Coronavirus: Care homes ask for insurance cost help

One care operator in Scarborough had an insurance quote at 880% more than their current premium. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/34ecQ6G

Hands-free driving could be on UK roads by spring

The government is consulting industry on technology which can take control of a vehicle at low speeds. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3haFclD

UK inflation rises to 1% in July as lockdown eases

The rate of Consumer Price Index inflation jumped from 0.6% in June to 1% in July, official figures show. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/316XIpF

Trump gives nod to Oracle buyout of TikTok in US

Oracle's chairman Larry Ellison is a supporter of the US president and held a fundraiser for him this year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2CD6eDg

Trump gives nod to Oracle buyout of TikTok in US

Oracle's chairman Larry Ellison is a supporter of the US president and held a fundraiser for him this year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CD6eDg

Can Harry Potter magic tourists back to Japan?

Film studio Warner Bros hopes its new tourist attraction based on the boy wizard will be ready for 2023. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/323Ui6h

Iconic British music brand NME launches in Asia

The announcement comes as much of the global media industry is being forced to make significant cuts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3j5S0uv

Iconic British music brand NME launches in Asia

The announcement comes as much of the global media industry is being forced to make significant cuts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3j5S0uv

Coronavirus: Romance scams, the Yahoo boys and my friend Beth

Security experts warn there's been an increase in online fraud during the coronavirus pandemic from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iMHQP0

Pizza Express to close 73 outlets hitting 1,100 jobs

The chain says it has cut a deal to stay afloat as coronavirus continues to buffet the economy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/325yl6J

'I'm very anxious about getting back to work'

Charities say thousands who have been shielding may have to choose between a job and their health. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/34bQMt7

Tracking down three billion litres of lost water

Pinpointing a leaky pipe is difficult, so water firms are deploying thousands of sophisticated sensors. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3h9jcrt

US stocks hit new high after coronavirus crash

Wall Street's S&P 500 index is now higher than it was in February before a historic 34% collapse. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/34bXzDm

How developers are using mobile games to help save the planet

Developers behind huge mobile games are encouraging players to think about the environment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aySYMu

Camping gear sales jump amid staycation boom

Asda, John Lewis and Halfords have all seen surging demand for equipment as pitch bookings rise. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iQU3Cj

Sajid Javid: Why has the ex-chancellor been allowed to work for JP Morgan?

The ex-chancellor has taken a job with the US bank, six months after resigning from government. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Q5AIAW

Housebuilder Persimmon reports weekly sales jump as house prices rise

The shares rose 5% despite a drop in profit and fewer homes being built than the year before. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3l65rfI

Southend Airport: 'Disappointment' at Easyjet flight cuts

Flights to 21 destinations from the Essex airport are being scrapped by the low-cost airline. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FBjcTh

Eat Out to Help Out dishes out 35m meals in two weeks

The government set aside £500m for Eat Out to Help Out in order to support the hospitality sector. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Ehtura

Fortnite: Epic files new injunction against Apple

Fortnite-maker Epic Games now says it faces a total ban from Apple. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FAVqqw

Fortnite: Epic files new injunction against Apple

Fortnite-maker Epic Games now says it faces a total ban from Apple. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FAVqqw

Newsbeat has been investigating how social media is being used to sell drugs

Police say social media bosses would do more if it was their children dying from drugs bought this way. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Ea2Sbm

Former Chancellor Javid returns to JP Morgan

Mr Javid quit as chancellor in February after refusing to sack his advisers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/325T1vH

M&S to cut 7,000 jobs over next three months

The High Street retailer says the coronavirus pandemic has meant a "material shift in trade". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/349XGzl

Trump dangles cash for US firms moving from China

The US president is enticing companies to move factories back to America while punishing those who don’t. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ayZuTo

Citibank sues for $176m payment made in error

Citigroup says the over-payment to hedge fund Brigade was due to an "operational mistake". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31YUOT2

Microsoft Flight Simulator: The entire world in a game

The latest Flight Simulator title promises a near-perfect replica of the entire world. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/323rMBI

Thousands of migrants denied help in the pandemic

Migrants in casual roles have lost work under lockdown - but they are unable to access benefits. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3g7lRRg

Auctioneers see surge in Covid-19 bankruptcy sales

Auction firm reports "busiest month in 52 years" as stock is sold from businesses going bankrupt. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3h72Xer

Tracking down three billion litres of lost water

Pinpointing a leaky pipe is difficult, so water firms are deploying thousands of sophisticated sensors. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3h9jcrt

The two students who took on Coke and Pepsi

German friends Mirco Wiegert and Lorenz Hampl launched best-selling Fritz-Kola in 2003. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3h3TNzw

Ryan Reynolds-backed gin bought in $610m deal

Aviation American gin, in which the Hollywood actor holds a major stake, has been sold to Diageo. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/312cJJf

Donald Trump joins TikTok rival Triller

The president has published four videos but has only 11,000 followers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kSdj45

McDonald's ex-boss fights sexual liaison claims

Steve Easterbrook asks for a case alleging that he lied about relationships with staff to be dismissed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3awwUCg

The algorithms that make big decisions about your life

From insurance and healthcare to social media and policing, algorithms are used all around us. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/346cdvE

Huawei: US tightens restrictions on Chinese giant

The actions will stop the firm buying computer chips made using US tech, even if made abroad. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2E3E3xY

US tightens restrictions on Huawei computer chip access

The actions will aim to stop the firm buying computer chips made using US tech, even if they are made abroad. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2E3E3xY

Ryanair cuts flights as EU virus rates hit bookings

The airline said activity for September and October "notably weakened" over the past 10 days. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PXsJ8X

Google says Australian law would put search and YouTube at risk

The tech firm is fighting efforts to make it pay for local media content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3h7qc8f

Selfridges to offer clothing rental in environmental push

Customers are demanding that businesses take environmental concerns seriously, says boss. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kTcKHu

What makes China's social media apps so unique?

Stephen Beckett looks at some of the popular social media apps you might not have heard of. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PW6e4v

Robot boat completes three-week Atlantic mission

A UK uncrewed ocean-going vessel provides a glimpse of the future of robotic maritime operations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hbMtSB

Egypt TikTok and Instagram stars pay heavy price for 'indecency'

They have millions of followers, but Egypt's social media stars are paying a heavy price. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iQsqJN

Egypt Facebook page raises hopes for missing children

After years searching in vain, a father's nightmare is brought to an end using an unlikely source. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PYjHc4

Morrisons considers ditching all 'bags for life' for paper

The grocer says customers are ready to stop using plastic bags and promises sturdy paper replacements. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3h2cnI8

Coronavirus: Japan suffers its biggest economic slump on record

The world’s third largest economy saw growth contract by a record 27.8% amid the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PXjHZV

Coronavirus: Claims open for second self-employed support grant

HM Revenue and Customs admits some people were paid too much when the first grants were distributed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Q0mYHS

Turkey Twizzlers set for healthier comeback

Bernard Matthews is relaunching the controversial product, once condemned as unhealthy by Jamie Oliver. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kNXf3n

China and trade: Breaking up is hard to do

Coronavirus has forced firms to rethink supply lines, but can they reduce their reliance on China? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2E980wx

MSC Grandiosa: First Mediterranean cruise launches after five-month pause

Operator MSC Cruises says everyone aboard has been tested for coronavirus amid safety concerns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iJosT2

Debenhams hires liquidator in contingency plan

The department store chain appoints specialist firm Hilco Capital but says it is "trading strongly". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/343wqlP

Dropshipping: The hustlers making millions from goods they never handle

Dropshippers buy cheap products from China and then pay internet celebrities to promote them. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31ZzpcB

Coronavirus: How music played on in lockdown

The music industry nearly ground to a halt as the pandemic gripped the UK, so how have companies coped? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Y7gZoS

Dropshipping: The hustlers making millions from goods they never handle

Dropshippers buy cheap products from China and then pay internet celebrities to promote them. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31ZzpcB

The black women in tech coding the future

The Black Codher Bootcamp, the first of its kind, will train 50 women to become software developers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PWUWwY

Tea at the Ritz soured by credit card scammers

Scammers posed as hotel staff to trick customers into handing over payment information. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ath7Ec

Tea at the Ritz soured by credit card scammers

Scammers posed as hotel staff to trick customers into handing over payment information. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ath7Ec

'Blackmailers stole our Instagram account'

What happens when a small company is extorted after losing control of its Instagram account? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kVJSOS

My Money: 'My mum's advice saved me from lockdown anxiety'

Lexy Oliver from Cheshire takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3as6dyD

Robots go their own way deep in the ocean

Firms are building robots that can survey the seabed and underwater structures without human help. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fRLq8R

Coronavirus: YO! Sushi to shut restaurants and cut 250 jobs

The company, known for its conveyor belt service, has launched a company voluntary arrangement. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iEynt6

Ex-pizza delivery boy's gym firm worth over £1bn

Ben Francis, the founder of sportswear company Gymshark, has sold a 21% stake to a US investor. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PUQVch

Just Eat to stop using gig economy workers

Boss Jitse Groen says he would rather have staff who get benefits and more workplace protection. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gXXsyy

A cuddly pet robot with ‘emotions’ and other tech news

BBC Click’s Paul Carter looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kIKpn2

US 'foils' militant cryptocurrency fundraising

The US government seizes millions from the Islamic State group, al-Qaeda and the armed wing of Hamas. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FqPpwF

Amazon launches online pharmacy in India

The internet retail giant's move comes as US tech firms are investing billions of dollars in India. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gW4Vy5

Just Eat to stop using gig economy workers

Boss Jitse Groen says he would rather have staff who get benefits and more workplace protection. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gXXsyy

Fortnite: Epic Games sues Google and Apple over app store bans

Both removed the hit game from their app stores after its maker bypassed their payment systems. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gY1uqK

Coronavirus: Can I get travel insurance and what are my travel rights?

France and the Netherlands have been added to the list of UK quarantine countries. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2vYpHL2

Eurotunnel warns travellers not to turn up without a booking

The firm says customers trying to return early from France must have a booking to travel. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kLo5t9

Amazon launches online pharmacy in India

The internet retail giant's move comes as US tech firms are investing billions of dollars in India. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gW4Vy5

China 'may question' trade talks with US amid tension

The two economic superpowers have seen tensions rise considerably since their last negotiations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PRWCry

'We were all packed, then they cancelled our holiday'

Hundreds of would-be holidaymakers are finding their bookings have been cancelled last minute. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PME8sm

France to be added to UK quarantine countries

People returning from the Netherlands and Malta from Saturday will also have to self-isolate. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30QLvFs

The millions being made from cardboard theft

With the global market for recycled cardboard worth billions of dollars, it is attracting criminals. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30QUWVr

Robots go their own way deep in the ocean

Firms are building robots that can survey the seabed and underwater structures without human help. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fRLq8R

Fortnite removed from iPhone App Store as Epic Games sues

Epic Games said it was taking Apple to court over monopolistic policies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XWaeGE

Fortnite removed from iPhone App Store as Epic Games sues

Epic Games said it was taking Apple to court over monopolistic policies. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XWaeGE

New Look in new bid to turn fortunes around

The fashion chain wants landlords to accept rents based on the sales stores generate. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fVSP6O

Amazon Alexa security bug allowed access to voice history

Security researchers said they could access conversation history and personal information. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gWiFsH

Bletchley Park Trust hit in Blackbaud security breach

The trust that manages Britain's World War Two codebreaking HQ says donors’ data was exposed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XVDxsU

US jobless claims below 1m for first time since March

The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits falls to 963,000. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fULAMC

Jobs: Demand for workers picks up in early August

Recruiters say the number of new job ads suggests that a slow recovery could be underway. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kITrjS

Coronavirus: England's contact tracing app trial gets under way

It will serve self-isolation alerts based on logs of who the user was recently in close contact with. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30SlfKP

Michael Jordan: Rare trainers to fetch at least $500,000 at auction

Christies is selling 11 pairs of the basketball legend's shoes, including the "rarest of the rare". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3apLXhc

ZX Spectrum Next Issue 2 blasts through Kickstarter goal

A new remake of the classic computer raises nearly £900,000 in just two days. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Y0wvmG

National Express to use jobs bonus to cut bus fares

The government's job retention bonus scheme will be used to cut fares in the West Midlands and Dundee. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CnXrVP

Coronavirus: Price cap plan for funerals shelved by CMA

A long-running investigation finds the sector is not working well for grieving families. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30S8Y9j

Tui: Holiday bookings for next summer jump 145%

The travel giant makes a £1bn loss in three months - but says summer bookings for 2021 are up 145%. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2CsTW0o

China's Tencent downplays Trump's WeChat app ban

The ban on Tencent's messaging app could end up being be more damaging to iPhone maker Apple. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2DQbNyN

Amazon Prime donates to Fleabag stars' theatre emergency fund

Amazon Prime is giving £1.5m to two UK funds offering support to workers affected by the virus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Fn8IHb

'Hundreds dead' because of Covid-19 misinformation

A study says at least 800 people have died globally because of coronavirus-related misinformation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fLTgk5

China's Tencent downplays Trump's WeChat app ban

The ban on Tencent's messaging app could end up being be more damaging to iPhone maker Apple. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2DQbNyN

Coronavirus: Netflix to stream Diana musical before Broadway debut

The life story of the princess will become the first Broadway show to premiere on the small screen. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33QE7vL

What will fashion shows look like post Covid-19?

CGI models allow patterns to be tested virtually and fewer garments, if any, need to be made. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Fk11Br

Livestreaming in Asia: Meet the stars of 'shoppertainment'

As Covid-19 keeps millions of people at home, the popularity of "shoppertainment" has skyrocketed in Asia. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fYFtXO

What will fashion shows look like post Covid-19?

CGI models allow patterns to be tested virtually and fewer garments, if any, need to be made. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Fk11Br

US holds off on threatened tariff hike in EU Airbus fight

The US will maintain import duties on $7.5bn worth of items including French cheese and single malt whiskies. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33RACFi

Getting creative and going viral in lockdown

During lockdown many families have turned to creating online videos as a way of having fun. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ixBhjh

Coronavirus: England's contact-tracing app gets green light for trial

Public tests are set to start on Thursday, but concerns remain about how accurately distance is measured. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iwAQFS

Belarus election: How messenger app bypassed news blackout

Demonstrators defied an internet shutdown using a channel called Nexta that posts videos and photos. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fO6YDi

Recession is unprecedented, says Chancellor Rishi Sunak

Rishi Sunak says it is a "difficult and uncertain time" as the UK suffers its biggest slump on record. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33WA0y7

Cardiff-based Admiral car insurer reveals profits jump

Covid-19 lockdown restrictions saw customers staying at home and fewer miles driven, says Admiral. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fTZXka

Natwest to cut 550 jobs in branches and close one office

The lender is seeking to cut costs as more people bank online during the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XTTbVq

'Bullying' Apple fights couple over pear logo

The owners of the Prepear recipe app are speaking out after Apple tried to block their pear logo. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kD4SJR

Coronavirus: How can I find a new job?

Jobseekers are having a tough time at the moment but some sectors are hiring and support is available. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30PPCkZ

Freeview viewers complain of fewer channels after retune

People complain of a loss of channels following works to transmitters in parts of the UK. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fMDpC5

Google Lookout: App reads grocery labels for blind people

An update to Google's blindness assistance app adds AI image recognition for food shopping. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2DM4GHB

Sumner Redstone: US media mogul dies aged 97

His influential entertainment empire included ViacomCBS and Paramount Pictures. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30OUIht

How to find a job in a recession

Radio 1 Newsbeat looks at how you can make yourself more employable in these tough times. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3amj2uq

Facebook adds 'blackface' photos to banned posts

The company's rules also explicitly target references to common anti-Semitic stereotypes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FiTUJx

Sports Direct owner Frasers delays annual accounts again

Profit and sales figures at Mike Ashley's Frasers Group are delayed while figures are finalised. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/344evf5

Asos: Sports gear and face cream sales boom as lockdown eases

The fashion retailer says "stronger than anticipated" demand has continued even as lockdown has eased. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ivFDr9

Final Blockbuster to open for summer sleepover

The chain's last store in the US state of Oregon is to give locals the chance to stay the night. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33O4Rgb

UK officially in recession for first time in 11 years

The UK has officially fallen into recession after suffering its biggest slump on record between April and June. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2DXbTUY

Online political campaigning 'to be more transparent'

A "digital imprint" will make web content as accountable as leaflets and posters, ministers say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kE5lvi

Disney ends the historic 20th Century Fox brand

The move comes after the firm paid more than $71bn for most of Rupert Murdoch's film and TV business. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PLcVGk

Coronavirus: World's biggest gambling hub reopens for business

The "Las Vegas of Asia" is hoping to bring back the high-rollers after its virus-driven visitor slump. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31Gmaxf

Coronavirus: What is a recession?

The coronavirus pandemic has thrown many countries into recession - but what exactly is it and how could it affect you? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FfGqOG

The headphones that even a DJ can't break?

A new way to produce tiny speakers promises more robust headphones with high quality sound. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31GWXT4

Priti Patel: Home Secretary takes on Ben and Jerry's over migrant boats

A Home Office source brands the ice cream "overpriced junk food" after comments on Channel crossings. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XOCk6k

'Bullying' Apple fights couple over pear logo

The owners of the Prepear recipe app are speaking out after Apple tried to block their pear logo. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kD4SJR

Eurostar blames Covid-19 for premium seat only wi-fi

The rail firm said free wi-fi was removed from standard-class carriages because of coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/341qg5Z

Uber and Lyft drivers are employees, says US judge

The California court gives the two ride-hailing firms 10 days to challenge the ruling. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kAEfFC

Missing Cryptoqueen: Why did the FCA drop its warning about the OneCoin scam?

A decision to delete an online alert was exploited by those promoting the multi-billion-pound crime. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31IPAKS

Uber and Lyft drivers are employees, says US judge

The California court gives the two ride-hailing firms 10 days to challenge the ruling. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kAEfFC

Xbox game streaming: How does it work?

Microsoft's game streaming service is about to launch - despite arguments with Apple over it. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gLJgsE

Coronavirus: Lockdown cash deposited in post offices

Businesses and individuals have returned to post offices to deposit money saved during lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XNqFok

Debenhams to cut 2,500 more jobs amid pandemic

This is on top of the 4,000 announced since May, meaning the retailer will have cut a third of its staff. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kD2x1Q

Stilton drives wedge between UK-Japan Brexit deal

Stil-tons to do as talks over blue cheese become an unlikely obstacle to a post-Brexit trade agreement. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PIP1LD

Missing Cryptoqueen: Why did the FCA drop its warning about the OneCoin scam?

A decision to delete an online alert was exploited by those promoting the multi-billion-pound crime. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31IPAKS

Facial recognition use by South Wales Police 'unlawful'

Ed Bridges, 37, from Cardiff, brought a legal challenge after having his image captured twice. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30KCL3s

Heathrow: Coronavirus quarantine 'strangling UK economy'

Britain is being cut off from critical markets, says the airport, which saw traffic plunge in July. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33JPV2R

Will tech make it easier for us to grow veg?

Already being used on a commercial basis, vertical farming tech is expanding into consumer markets. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30M1AMI

UK employment falls by biggest amount in over a decade

Employment decreased by 220,000 between April and June, said the Office for National Statistics. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3aqc1sB

Downfall: BP worker sacked after Hitler meme wins payout

Scott Tracey used the scene from Downfall to portray scenes from company wage negotiations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kz1XBR

Trump: Tech giants challenge US foreign worker crackdown

Amazon, Apple and Facebook are among the firms backing the legal case against the temporary visa ban. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kAeJ32

Trump: Tech giants challenge US foreign worker crackdown

Amazon, Apple and Facebook are among the firms backing the legal case against the temporary visa ban. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kAeJ32

Apple boss Tim Cook joins the billionaires club

The company's share price has soared, helping to boost the personal wealth of its chief executive. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kABVOH

Apple boss Tim Cook reaches billionaire status

The company's share price has soared, helping to boost the personal wealth of its chief executive. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kABVOH

The headphones that even a DJ can't break?

A new way to produce tiny speakers promises more robust headphones with high quality sound. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31GWXT4

Jobless in the pandemic: 'It's hard to stay positive'

The government's furlough scheme has stopped unemployment surging, but that may be changing. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3itA0tq

Retail sales rise despite fewer High Street visits

Sales grew again in July, but some retailers are 'hanging by a thread', the industry body says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30KfWgx

Unemployment and coronavirus: Older workers feel 'forgotten'

Julie Morris explains what it is like to be job hunting in your late fifties during coronavirus. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2DRCLG9

'People told me my plans for a skincare firm were crazy'

When Tata Harper was setting up her US cosmetics brand, she was told it would never work. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gJ9qfz

Eat out to help out: More than 10.5 million meals claimed in first week

The Treasury has set aside £500m to cover the cost of the scheme for restaurants, bars and cafes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33JkzcA

TSB customers' anger at online banking issues

Some customers have reported problems with their online banking on computers and the app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fIOKTx

McDonald's sues ex-boss Easterbrook over sexual relationships

The fast food giant is suing ex-boss Steve Easterbrook, claiming he lied about relationships with staff. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Dul9Ao

Toshiba shuts the lid on laptops after 35 years

Toshiba has sold its remaining shares in its former personal computing division. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2DMnUga

Lockdown home worker: 'Artificial office noise helps me concentrate'

People are turning to artificial office noise to help them while working from home during lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31GQlnM

Toshiba shuts the lid on laptops after 35 years

Toshiba has sold its remaining shares in its former personal computing division. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2DMnUga

Jimmy Lai: Hong Kong media tycoon arrested under security law

The prominent pro-democracy supporter is accused of foreign collusion under controversial new laws. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31zTcPw

Social media trolling affects almost a third of elite British sportswomen, BBC Sport survey finds

Elite British sportswomen speak out about "horrific abuse" on social media, telling a BBC Sport survey about constant comments they receive. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gJtkai

Social media trolling: Sportswomen speak about their experiences

A BBC Sport survey uncovered shocking examples of social media abuse sent to sportswomen. Here are three women's stories in their own words. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33JUt9a

Twitter 'looking' at a possible TikTok tie-up

The messaging platform has approached under-fire TikTok about a possible deal, according to sources. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gHpPRy

Twitter 'looking' at a possible TikTok tie-up

The messaging platform has approached under-fire TikTok about a possible deal, according to sources. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gHpPRy

Trump's WeChat ban shocks Chinese abroad

For China's global community, the app provides a vital means of staying in touch with home. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ksBPJ1

'It will break my heart to have to walk away'

Why has the number of self-employed people started to fall? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31EqA7T

One in three UK firms 'expect to make redundancies'

Research suggests a third of UK organisations plan job cuts, a 50% increase on three months ago. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PD9pOb

Black Lives Matter: Campaign for black businesses has been 'extraordinary'

A campaign to support businesses run by black people has had an "extraordinary effect" on sales. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XH2Tuo

Coronavirus: Pret a Manger to cut staff hours

The sandwich chain has asked staff to work 20% fewer contracted hours due to the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2DSCylN

CEO Secrets: ‘What I learned from leaders’ behaviour off-camera’

A look at what business leaders' behaviour off-camera reveals about their real personalities. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31zpdY5

Beirut explosion: World leaders to hold aid summit

French President Emmanuel Macron has organised Sunday's online talks to generate aid for Lebanon. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33GCyAs

Coronavirus: Redundancies rise fivefold as pandemic hits jobs

A BBC Freedom of Information request shows there has rapid rise in firms planning to cut staff. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31BrVw7

Coronavirus: How fishing trade transformed to survive lockdown

The coronavirus pandemic is forcing the fishing industry to diversify to stay in business. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31x4dkG

Tate boss defends plan to cut 200 jobs in art gallery shops and cafes

"Sadly at the moment the trading business is too big," Maria Balshaw told Desert Island Discs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33Mqspz

Coronavirus: Millions for small business 'sitting in council accounts'

Government grants for small firms have to be claimed by the end of August. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2DpMDXQ

Gigabit broadband: Rural households urged to claim upgrade cash

The government's gigabit voucher scheme has £70m available to poorly served communities. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2C8gdjM

Screen-time messages designed to decrease phone use

A new project encourages adults to communicate more with their kids and focus less on their devices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PBsRuF

'We've had 15,000 booked for Eat Out to Help Out'

Restaurants are cautiously optimistic about their trading prospects as eateries reopen for business. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PxuBFc

I won a holiday but it turned out to be a big scam

Sammie Richardson was nearly duped by a fake competition on Instagram but there are more scams out there. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31xDOTE

The coldest computers in the world

New computers promise to cruise through old problems, but involve mind-boggling low temperatures. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30Aop5W

What is Tencent?

The Chinese firm's investments include Fortnite, Tesla and Universal Music - but it's under fire in the US. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PuYshE

What is Tencent?

The Chinese firm's investments include Fortnite, Tesla and Universal Music - but it's under fire in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PuYshE

Facebook removes QAnon conspiracy group with 200,000 members

Facebook has joined Twitter and TikTok in taking action against QAnon conspiracy-theory content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fCffdl

US jobs growth slows in July as pandemic takes toll

American employers added 1.8 million jobs last month, down from 4.8 million in June. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kn1JOk

Mini house-buying boom leads to highest ever monthly price

The housing market is showing a 'surprising spike' as people return to buying property after the lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gC5ux5

Apple defends Xbox streaming block on iPhones

Apple is denying consumers cloud gaming, says Microsoft, as streaming service is blocked on iPhones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2EUcszq

BA staff facing redundancy or pay cuts speak out

British Airways staff facing possible redundancy or pay cuts wore masks of airline bosses Willie Walsh and Alex Cruz as they vented their anger. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30AW8Ms

Coronavirus: UK 'will not hesitate' to add nations to quarantine list

Belgium, the Bahamas and Andorra are the latest additions, meaning travellers from there have to isolate. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fC7N1Q

Energy bills: Millions set to see 'big savings' as price cap lowered

The price cap for gas and electricity bills is lowered by energy watchdog Ofgem as wholesale costs fall. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iilGnK

The coldest computers in the world

New computers promise to cruise through old problems, but involve mind-boggling low temperatures. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30Aop5W

Facebook founder sees wealth hit $100bn after TikTok rival launch

The social media giant's shares rose on Thursday after the launch of its new TikTok rival Instagram Reels. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33BLE1g

Facebook founder sees wealth hit $100bn after TikTok rival launch

The social media giant's shares rose on Thursday after the launch of its new TikTok rival Instagram Reels. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33BLE1g

TikTok: Trump signs order to address 'threat' of Chinese app

Beginning in 45 days, any US transaction with parent company ByteDance will be banned. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2DsnonB

TikTok: Trump signs order to address 'threat' of Chinese app

Beginning in 45 days, any US transaction with parent company ByteDance will be banned. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2DsnonB

Cosplay and Covid: Video gamers defy the virus

Video game meet-up ChinaJoy was one of the first big shows staged in China since the pandemic began. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2DGMaAh

Is the US about the split the internet?

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says he wants a "clean" internet free of "untrusted" Chinese apps. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33zDJSf

E-skin recreates sense of touch and other tech news

BBC Click’s LJ Rich looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ihzWwR

Travelex enters administration with 1,300 UK jobs cut

A cyber-attack followed by the Covid-19 crisis "acutely" hit the firm, administrators said. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ESTvNv

JD Wetherspoon: A third of head office jobs 'at risk'

Chief executive John Hutson says 110 to 130 staff are at risk of redundancy at its Watford base. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gznYOB

Coronavirus: England's contact-tracing app readies for launch

The app will use QR barcode scans as well as Bluetooth handshakes to determine if users are at risk. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2DCmzIK

Fifa 21: 'Toxic behaviour' cut from goal celebrations

Players will no longer be able to use the "shushing" goal celebration to gloat and stall games. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30yuZK3

What's new in Fifa 21?

A new trailer for Fifa 21 reveals new gameplay features. Newsround takes a look at them. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33uWN3X

Animal Crossing boosts Nintendo sales

The Japanese firm sold roughly 10 times as many copies of the game in the quarter as any of its other titles. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iguHxC

Twitter to label state-controlled news accounts

The social network will stop affected accounts being promoted by its recommendation algorithms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gEsI5G

TikTok twins charged over bank robbery 'prank'

Alan and Alex Stokes are accused of faking a bank robbery "to gain popularity on social media". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PrCKuY

Uber to expand across UK with Autocab takeover

The move will see Uber made available in about 170 towns and cities. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fFIGve

Coronavirus: Serco defends Test & Trace despite low contact rate

Rupert Soames says it is difficult to immediately get contact details from people infected by Covid-19. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fGPd8Z

Uber to expand across UK with Autocab takeover

The move will see Uber made available in about 170 towns and cities. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fFIGve

ARM: Tudor Brown says chip-maker should remain independent

The UK-based chip designer's ex-president Tudor Brown warns of the risks of the firm being sold on. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ifjkWs

Audi: More former car executives face 'dieselgate' charges

German prosecutors charge four more over claims the carmaker misled consumers about pollution levels. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2DJCIfd

High-cost lenders using 'exotic holidays' to encourage debt

Pictures of holidays and "nudge" tactics are being used to persuade people to get into greater debt. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gzAgqf

ITV profits wiped out as pandemic hits ad revenue

Boss Dame Carolyn McCall says the broadcaster has been through "one of the most challenging times". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EOAf3I

Downturn less severe than feared - Bank of England

UK economy is still set for worst performance in 100 years according to the UK's central bank. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30vxgWf

Jake Paul: FBI swat team seizes guns at home of YouTube star

The social media star is no stranger to controversy and has had other run-ins with law enforcement. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3igCpYf

Mulan: UK cinemas hit out at 'disappointing' Disney+ release

A plan to release the film on Disney+ instead of in cinemas is described as "hugely disappointing". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30ttahq

TikTok: Trump administration plans Chinese tech crackdown

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo wants a “clean network” free of "untrusted" apps like TikTok and WeChat. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30wE6Ln

TikTok: Trump administration plans Chinese tech crackdown

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo wants a “clean network” free of "untrusted" apps like TikTok and WeChat. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30wE6Ln

Facebook and Twitter target Trump over virus claim

The social networks say a post of a TV interview Mr Trump gave contained Covid-19 "misinformation". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gJbHHm

Why stock markets are defying a shrinking economy

Some of the reasons shares are disconnected from the real economy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gyTKLR

TikTok to open $500m data centre in Ireland

The firm says the move represents its "long-term commitment to Europe". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33vRl0P

Twitter users urged to update over Android security flaw

Millions of Android users should update their apps, Twitter warns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31p3fXs

Twitter hack teen's court date 'Zoombombed' with porn

Reporters suggested the hearing was not password-protected, allowing disruption in. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kb8qTH

Holiday shock: 'We were stopped from boarding our Greece flight'

Airlines are turning away holidaymakers at UK airports because of new rules on flying to Greece. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kcCyOh

Blondie song catalogue sold in 'Atomic' deal

Hipgnosis Songs Fund, which allows people to invest in popular hits, snaps up 197 of the band's songs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ifpwxB

Instagram rolls out its TikTok rival Reels

The photo-sharing app adds new features that will be very familiar to TikTok fans. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31AxKKn

Lebanon: Why the country is in crisis

What has caused such anger across Lebanon - and why it is not going away. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/399hXWe

Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Fold 2 and Note 20 smartphones

The Galaxy Z Fold 2 now has a much bigger display on its outside for use when closed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33oOfvs

Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Fold 2 and Note 20 smartphones

The Galaxy Z Fold 2 now has a much bigger display on its outside for use when closed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33oOfvs

Tesla touchscreen wiper controls land driver with fine after crash

A driver using the touchscreen controls for windscreen wipers was distracted, a German court says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XuT5Uh

Sweden's economy less hard-hit by coronavirus

After avoiding a Covid-19 lockdown, the country sees its economy shrink less than in other EU nations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PmTjIq

Redcar cyber-attack 'cost council £10.4m'

Thousands of people were affected when public services were knocked offline earlier this year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PotFTw

WH Smith may cut 1,500 jobs after sales plummet

High Street chain joins fellows in drastic job cutting after lockdown stalls business activity. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PwzuON

William Hill to close 119 betting shops

The betting chain says it does not expect customers to return in the numbers seen before the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PmQCXm

Gold price rises above $2,000 for first time ever

Precious metal values have been pushed up as investors look for havens amid the coronavirus crisis. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33zd2Nc

TV watching and online streaming surge during lockdown

UK adults spent double the usual amount of time watching small screens, research shows. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fAXSty

LinkedIn co-founder reveals key secret to success

Allen Blue, who co-founded professional network LinkedIn, reveals how start-ups can achieve growth. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3frtD7Z

New car registrations to see first rise this year

Figures due for July are expected to show an 11% post-lockdown increase in new vehicles registered. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Pnsx2v

Anthony Levandowski: Ex-Google engineer sentenced for theft

A judge says Anthony Levandowski carried out the "biggest trade secret crime I have ever seen". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iabopC

Cornonavirus: Crisis-hit Virgin Atlantic files for bankruptcy

At the same time Virgin Australia's new owner Bain Capital is set to cut around 3,000 jobs at the airline. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33qMmOJ

Anthony Levandowski: Ex-Google engineer sentenced for theft

A judge says Anthony Levandowski carried out the "biggest trade secret crime I have ever seen". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iabopC

Don't demolish old buildings, urge architects

Knocking down defunct structures sends a wrecking ball through carbon targets, architects say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31mTyJd

Disney focuses on streaming as it falls to a loss

The giant firm will launch a new streaming site as it battles the effects of the coronavirus crisis. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30tP7No

TikTok: The story of a social media giant

How did the social media platform get so big and where could it be heading? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i80Maz

My Money: 'I eat biscuits like a naughty schoolboy'

Mark Bauwens from France takes us through his week during the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2BZcHYV

Virtual house hunting gets a pandemic boost

Estate agents say demand has soared for tours of houses using virtual reality headsets. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31gDCId

Microsoft's TikTok grab: Inspired or naive?

High-risk, high-reward - Microsoft has announced it is in negotiations to buy TikTok. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PBYK6F

Amazon site advertises shoes using racial slur

The online retail giant removes an item for sale after complaints by an MP about offensive language. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2DyeZig

Sony's Spider-Man exclusive sparks backlash

The superhero will appear exclusively in the PlayStation version of Marvel's Avengers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XrH5CF

TikTok founder defends potential Microsoft sale

President Donald Trump has threatened to bar the popular video-sharing social media firm from the US. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XtEzvN

YouTube Music: Google to axe Play Music in October

The service heads to the digital graveyard as the company switches focus to YouTube Music. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30qWHIu

British Dental Association members targeted by hackers

The British Dental Association warns members' bank details and case notes could be compromised. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2DBtfGJ

Google-Fitbit takeover: EU launches full-scale probe

The European Commission's move has the potential to derail the $2.1bn takeover. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2DxYHps

Google-Fitbit takeover: EU expands launches full-scale probe

The European Commission's move has the potential to derail the $2.1bn takeover. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2DxYHps

Audi drops 'insensitive' girl with banana ad

The German carmaker apologises for a tweeted car ad that sparked a furore. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/39UBKJa

Home Office drops 'racist' algorithm from visa decisions

After a legal challenge to the automatic algorithm, the UK will "redesign" its visa process. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2DxM79I

Dixons Carphone to cut 800 store management jobs

The Currys PC World owner said it was "not an easy decision" but it must respond to rising online sales. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PpSm29

Pizza Express may close 67 outlets and cut 1,100 jobs

High Street chain the latest to look to restructure and refinance as virus deals extra blow to trade. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30qGoeT

EasyJet increases flights to cope with holidaymaker demand

The airline adds more flights to cope with increasing demand from holidaymakers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PjKP4Q

BP cuts dividend as losses swell on poor oil demand

The oil giant warns the coronavirus pandemic could weigh on demand for a "sustained period". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PnFee0

AA motoring group in takeover talks with three suitors

The veteran motoring organisation is considering approaches from private equity firms from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EIHMkx

Twitter needs to act over racist abuse, says David Lammy

The Labour MP got the backing of Home Secretary Priti Patel after receiving abuse over social media. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3frpYHg

TikTok: What TikTokers make of Trump's ban threat

The confusion around the video app's future has left creators at a loose end - or issuing goodbyes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33pYwro

Boeing's 737 Max moves closer to flying again

US regulators have put forward a list of changes needed before the ill-fated planes can restart flights. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33pTVoW

Donald Trump: US Treasury should get cut of TikTok deal

The president's comments come after Microsoft said it is in talks to buy the app's US business. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fvbtlL

Donald Trump: US Treasury should get cut of TikTok deal

The president's comments come after Microsoft said it is in talks to buy the app's US business. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fvbtlL

What's going on with TikTok?

Microsoft confirmed it wants to acquire TikTok after President Trump threatened to ban the app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33ovE2o

The boss who bounced her way to £3m from just £200

How Kimberlee Perry grew trampoline fitness company Bounce, which is aimed at women. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30keaSU

‘We wanted to create a label for young people'

Def Jam Africa tells the BBC how the record label is expanding to discover more talent in wider genres. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30mHBUq

Russian hackers stole trade papers from Liam Fox email

Documents on UK-US trade negotiations were leaked in the run-up to the 2019 general election. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2BTszw2

Virtual house hunting gets a pandemic boost

Estate agents say demand has soared for tours of houses using virtual reality headsets. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31gDCId

Call for TikTok security check before HQ decision

The owner of the short-form video app has London on a shortlist of possible locations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kaIWFG

Call for TikTok security check before HQ decision

The owner of the short-form video app has London on a shortlist of possible locations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kaIWFG

Government urges post-Brexit drug stockpiles

Firms should have six weeks' worth of post-Brexit drug stockpiles by the end of 2020, the government says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2D5GQ9J

Beyond TikTok: Who else might President Trump ban?

Other Chinese-owned software could face difficulties in the US, if TikTok ban goes ahead. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i1ZEoX

Beyond TikTok: Who else might President Trump ban?

Other Chinese-owned software could face difficulties in the US, if TikTok ban goes ahead. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3i1ZEoX

Hays Travel 'devastated' as announces 878 job cuts

The firm says new travel restrictions have triggered hundreds of thousands of holiday cancellations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/39Slpoz

Bill English: Computer mouse co-creator dies at 91

Bill English was the first person to use a computer mouse, building the first prototype in 1963. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3grRlCv

DW Sports chain collapse threatens 1,700 jobs

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Can 'Eat out to help out' save the restaurant industry?

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Coronavirus holiday claims push Hiscox into a loss

The insurer says cancelled travel and events means it has set aside $232m to cover claims. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3i5VZqn

Eat out to help out: Coronavirus scheme offering UK diners 50% off begins

The offer is valid at more than 72,000 eateries on Mondays to Wednesdays throughout August. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3i1EeIw

Ban ads for polluting large cars, report says

A new campaign says the government should ban adverts for large cars like sports utility vehicles. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30m52gH

HSBC's profits slump 65% amid coronavirus downturn

The UK's biggest bank saw a larger-than-expected drop in earnings as it feels the effects of the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/39OfwIZ

Nasa SpaceX crew return: Dragon capsule splashes down

The SpaceX capsule touches down off Florida, in the first crewed US water landing in 45 years. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Ez8E6u

Wealth inequality rises even as wage gap narrows

Although the gap in wages is narrowing, inequalities in wealth across the UK are rising. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2DuNeXA

TikTok: Pompeo says Trump to crack down on Chinese software in coming days

The US state secretary says Chinese-owned software poses a "broad array" of security risks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EJJ5zT

Ban ads for polluting large cars, report says

A new campaign says the government should ban adverts for large cars like sports utility vehicles. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30m52gH

Coronavirus: How the travel downturn is sending jet planes to 'boneyards'

Amid the pandemic, commercial air fleets are grounded in some of the world's most remote locations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kbWktx

TikTok: Pompeo says Trump to crack down on Chinese software in coming days

The US state secretary says Chinese-owned software poses a "broad array" of security risks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2EJJ5zT

Brazil Bolsonaro: Facebook told to block accounts of president's supporters

The social media giant vows to appeal against the Brazilian Supreme Court ruling. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Xzvodx

Spot robot turns 'Fluffy' in new factory floor job

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From the world's fastest gamer to real-life racer

Gaming gives the 22-year-old a second chance of achieving his real life racing dreams. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30hIhdZ

TikTok: Microsoft pauses talks on buying US arm - reports

The tech giant's possible purchase of the China-owned app's US arm were put in doubt by Donald Trump. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3k6BtYf

TikTok: Microsoft pauses talks on buying US arm - reports

The tech giant's possible purchase of the China-owned app's US arm were put in doubt by Donald Trump. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3k6BtYf

New homes to get 'automatic' permission in England planning shake-up

The housing secretary says “unlocking land” for development will create thousands of jobs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hZJvQV

Can summer survive America's coronavirus spike?

Visitors have returned to US vacation spots like Cape Cod, but the virus casts a shadow. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fkg624

My Money: 'My daughter's therapy costs £5,490 each month'

Matt Hitchcock from Singapore takes us through his week during the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30hhgai

TikTok: US general manager Pappas says app 'here for the long run'

US General Manager Vanessa Pappas defends the Chinese-owned app as President Trump threatens to ban it. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hPGvGO

TikTok: How would the US go about banning the Chinese app?

Several options exist, from preventing Google and Apple offering the app, to blocking its servers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31bcev9