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After weeks of speculation, the plane engine maker will tap investors for money and issue new bonds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EN5axK

US bans Malaysian palm oil producer over forced labour

Malaysia's FGV Holdings says it has taken "concrete steps" to improve its labour standards. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jhZKd6

Technical glitch halts trading on Japan's exchanges

Stock markets in Tokyo and other cities suffered suspended trading on Thursday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HI0XfT

Smart plugs sold on Amazon a 'fire risk', Which? warns

People should immediately stop using the Hictkon smart plug with dual USB ports, the watchdog warns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ihRBnU

How controversial data firm Palantir hit $22bn

The rise of the US tech company has been shadowed by concerns about privacy and surveillance. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jihqWf

US Election: Whoever becomes the next president, social media is changing

Both Trump and Biden want to take away the US law that protects platforms from being liable for what their users post. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34aqIx7

Work and Money: How do I pick an 'apocalypse-proof' career?

Listen to the latest Work Your Money – business and money advice podcast. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SeHfKG

Thousands have been waiting months for holiday refunds

"They've got your money and are not passing it on". Thousands have been waiting for holiday refunds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/34bqiGz

London Marathon 2020: Athletes to wear social-distancing tech

All staff and participants will wear devices that send an alert when too close to others. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3n5X9W8

Fuller's pub chain boss warns of 10% job cuts

The government's decision to encourage people to work from home will hit its city-centre pubs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cGhble

Ocado overtakes Tesco as most valuable UK retailer

Online grocery delivery firm's stock market valuation beats Tesco's as the Covid crisis continues. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SbCKRd

Ex-Audi boss stands trial over 'dieselgate' scandal in Germany

Rupert Stadler is the first first top executive to stand trial over the 2015 emissions-cheating scandal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36lcr35

Kylie Jenner's make-up firm warns of Shopify data breach

Customers names, addresses, emails and the last four digits of credit cards were among data stolen. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jhuBGO

'Chicken Licken' views will hold us back, says Bank economist

The Bank of England's Andy Haldane says now is not the time for pessimism about the UK's recovery. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cKdRWn

Kylie Jenner's cosmetics customers' data compromised

Customers names, addresses, emails and the last four digits of credit cards were among data stolen. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jhuBGO

TSB to close a third of branches and cut 900 jobs

The bank will shut 164 branches, adding to the 82 earmarked for closure in November. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SfvoMk

Boohoo profit soars despite factory conditions row

Half-year profits rise 51% as the firm pledges to address issues over pay and working conditions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HIgg8u

Strong recovery in UK housing market, says Nationwide

Annual house price growth of 5% in September was the result of post-lockdown demand, Nationwide says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/34eW1XH

Train station tech helps passengers to socially distance

Real-time monitoring of commuters' movements helps staff to respond to congestion hot spots. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jfWGhR

William Hill agrees $2.9bn takeover by Caesars Palace-owner

Owner of the famed Las Vegas casino set to acquire the UK firm after takeover battle. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jfIvsR

Shell to cut up to 9,000 jobs as oil demand slumps

The move comes five months after it cut its dividend for the first time since World War Two. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2G9Qsl2

UK beef exports to US resume after more than 20 years

The US banned British beef exports in the wake of the Mad Cow Disease scandal in the 1990s. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EQ3Z0I

Hydrogen-powered train makes UK maiden journey

The Hydroflex made a 25-mile round-trip in Warwickshire, reaching speeds of up to 50 mph. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3mZVKQJ

Broadband 'so bad I work from my friend's shed'

Customers of a service for rural areas say they have been unable to join video meetings. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ScIESe

Coronavirus doctor's diary: Trying out tech that may help make worship Covid-secure

Dr John Wright looks at the kit installed in a Bradford mosque in the hope of limiting the spread of Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33eaHqA

Brexit: Blow to UK car industry in search for EU deal

Documents seen by the BBC suggest key priorities for the car sector have been rebuffed by Brussels. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cU6bkt

Disney lays off 28,000 at US theme parks

Prolonged closures and limited capacity at the parks has forced the company to cut its workforce. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2GpiRUg

Extra facility opened for planes grounded by Covid-19

Analysts say it's an indication of more trouble ahead for the struggling airline industry from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3idocv2

Hydrogen-powered train makes UK maiden journey

The Hydroflex made a 25-mile round-trip in Warwickshire, reaching speeds of up to 50 mph. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mZVKQJ

Amazon One: Palm scanner launched for 'secure' payments

The tech giant says its system could be used to scan into shops, offices or stadiums. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ibJoBC

Rio Tinto: Mining giant accused of poisoning rivers in Papua New Guinea

More than 150 people in Bougainville have filed a complaint against the embattled Rio Tinto company. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ScY4pe

Farmville to shut its gates on Facebook at end of year

The game relied on Flash, which will no longer be supported by Facebook after December. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30z9fgX

B&M discount chain to open up to 45 stores

The discount chain says sales soared during the coronavirus lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2EGHIlI

Jet suit trial for Great North Air Ambulance paramedics

A first test flight has been carried out in the Lake District. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kXSh3g

Tesco targets 300% rise in vegan meat sales

The retailer wants to boost meat alternative sales by 2025 as part of a sustainability drive. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33cg8Gv

Jet suit paramedic tested in the Lake District 'could save lives'

The kit means a paramedic can "fly" up a fell in 90 seconds rather than go 30 minutes by foot. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3n3xtsY

'I monitor my staff with software that takes screenshots'

Many have struggled to get to grips with working from home, but would surveillance technology help? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3igFPd7

Flightradar24 hit by third cyber-attack in two days

Flightradar24 says it has been hit by sustained attacks over two days, interrupting its service. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2EGIgrN

Nokia clinches 5G deal with BT to replace Huawei in EE network

The Finnish firm will become the largest provider of base stations and antennas to EE's network. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Sc5etS

Nokia clinches 5G deal with BT to replace Huawei in EE network

The Finnish firm will become the largest provider of base stations and antennas to EE's network. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Sc5etS

Greggs hints at job cuts as furlough scheme ends

The baker is consulting with its 25,000 staff to minimise cuts by putting people on fewer hours. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36jf71g

First-time buyers: 'Mortgages are so inaccessible now'

As lenders ask for higher deposits, first-time buyers say how difficult it is to get a mortgage now. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33gRbKh

Coronavirus: Early pub closing 'putting shop workers at risk'

Staff in stores selling alcohol after 10pm may be exposed to violence and infection, a union warns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2GfCHRC

US 2020 election: Social media's nightmare scenario

Potential election chaos will play out on social media, and Big Tech is worried. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mXtZs1

TikTok ban: How did TikTok stay online in the US?

Sophia Smith-Galer explains why President Trump shifted his position on banning new downloads of the app from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30fYdN4

'If you steal music, you aren't a real music fan'

The music industry is trying to clampdown on the latest form of music piracy known as stream-ripping. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Gb8ALk

Young people ‘give up dream job hope’ in pandemic

The coronavirus crisis has eroded young people's confidence in the future, says the Prince's Trust. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33aVeHT

BTS to become multi-millionaires after label goes public

The South Korean K-pop group will become multi-millionaires after their label Big Hit goes public. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/339oHlm

Coronavirus: Public spending rise could be lasting

The government must choose between more austerity and permanently higher spending, a think tank warns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30gw7lb

'I monitor my staff with software that takes screenshots'

Many have struggled to get to grips with working from home, but would surveillance technology help? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3igFPd7

The woman who quit smoking and built a global hypnotherapy firm

Grace Smith used hypnosis to give up smoking, and it inspired her to take up the profession. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2GhWIH3

Scientists create a microscopic robot that ‘walks’

The scientists behind a microscopic "walking" robot hope their tech could one day be used against cancer. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3463esW

Covid: Adults without A-levels to be offered free college courses

The government offer will be available from April and aims to support jobseekers during the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2S3HZlY

Bank deputy governor warns against negative interest rates

Sir Dave Ramsden said the central bank was not likely to use negative rates 'imminently'. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3mVF2lL

Fashion brands design 'waist-up' clothing for video calls

Milan Fashion Week saw designers showcasing logos on necklines and statement jewellery. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3mSdqh8

Police told not to download NHS Covid-19 app

National Police Chiefs Council says officers should not install contact-tracing app on work phones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kMy2pk

Fashion brands design 'waist-up' clothing for video calls

Milan Fashion Week saw designers showcasing logos on necklines and statement jewellery. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mSdqh8

Asda: Blackburn brothers edge ahead in race to buy supermarket

The Issa brothers and TDR Capital are the preferred bidders to buy the UK supermarket chain from Walmart. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2S6c309

US squeezes China's biggest chip-maker SMIC

The commerce department writes to suppliers, warning of risks linked to the Chinese military. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2GgWDUl

US squeezes China's biggest chip-maker SMIC

The commerce department writes to suppliers, warning of risks linked to the Chinese military. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2GgWDUl

NHS Covid-19 app: 10m downloads - and lots of questions

We look at why you can't log out of a venue, and how to change your postcode on the app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/343qxDz

Uber secures right to continue operating in London

A court renews the ride-hailing giant's London licence despite previous safety concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cDdnRC

Uber secures right to continue operating in London

A court renews the ride-hailing giant's London licence despite previous safety concerns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cDdnRC

William Hill: Caesars Palace-owner in 'advanced' talks over £2.9bn offer

Owner of the famed Las Vegas casino reveals its hand as one of two possible bidders for the UK firm. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30ehVsV

Aldi looks at online move as shopping habits change

The pandemic hasn’t been easy for the discounters with no online food. Could Aldi go digital? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30gsgV3

Brexit: Gove heads to Brussels as EU trade talks resume

Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove will meet EU representatives at the start of a week of negotiations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/337QDpT

Robots in a flat - testing tech for independent living

A laboratory made to look like a home is fitted with sensors and internet of things devices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36dxzby

Huawei: The PowerPoint that sparked an international row

The top Huawei executive's closely watched extradition case returns to court on Monday. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cBCggr

TikTok: US judge halts app store ban

District Judge Carl Nichols has issued a temporary injunction preventing a ban on TikTok downloads. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i6NMld

TikTok: US judge halts app store ban

District Judge Carl Nichols has issued a temporary injunction preventing a ban on TikTok downloads. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3i6NMld

Donald Trump 'paid $750 in federal income taxes in 2016' - New York Times

The New York Times says the president paid no income tax at all in 10 of the last 15 years. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33865Cf

Movers 'more likely to buy than first-time buyers'

The coronavirus crisis is changing the dynamic in the UK housing market, researchers suggest. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2S0Xc7c

High Street hopefuls: The people opening new shops

The entrepreneurs opening High Street businesses during Covid when others have closed or gone digital. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2G4o7g6

Local food heroes: Tesco teams up with Olio

Supermarket chain Tesco has teamed up with the food-sharing app Olio in a bid to reduce food waste. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36cn2xu

'One day everyone will use China's digital currency'

China plans a digital version of its currency, which some say could become a big global payment system. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/305Twpi

Singapore in world first for facial verification

The technology is being rolled out countrywide as part of Singapore's national identity scheme. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32ZIio6

Coronavirus: 'My name was used to steal a government Covid loan'

Criminals are targeting loans designed to help small firms stay afloat in the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HCrdID

Coronavirus: David Lammy warns that people are 'bubbling out of pubs' due to curfew

Shadow justice secretary David Lammy says drinkers are likely to continue their night together at home. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SgiP3L

Negative interest rates: Bank of England policymaker defends plan

Silvana Tenreyro said evidence from countries that have introduced the policy was “encouraging”. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33XCwTe

Brexit trade talks: Deal can and must be made, says CBI boss

The head of the Confederation of British Industry urges a "spirit of compromise" as trade talks resume. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kOE6xw

My Money: 'Hollie thinks she spent less than me'

Jay and Hollie from Liverpool take us through their week's spending. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Ge3VYG

Molly Russell social media material 'too difficult to look at'

The 14-year-old killed herself in 2017 after viewing graphic images on social media. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3j6iKeF

NHS Covid-19: App users unable to input negative tests

Users in England and Wales who booked a test outside of the app can only register a positive result. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mVj4iI

EasyJet 'hanging by a thread', says union official

The airline disputes the claims made in a leaked recording obtained by the BBC. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30boCvz

Coronavirus: Shoppers lost £100m in vouchers expiring in lockdown - Which?

A quarter of people had vouchers that expired when shops were shut, a survey by Which? suggests. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kPYluQ

European Commission to challenge Apple tax bill verdict

EU court ruling that the tech giant does not have to pay hefty back taxes to Ireland goes back to court. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32ZBgQ9

European Commission to challenge Apple tax bill verdict

EU court ruling that the tech giant does not have to pay hefty back taxes to Ireland goes back to court. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32ZBgQ9

Covid-19: What has it meant for the 'busiest' trains?

Data for autumn 2019 shows 22% of passengers into London were standing. That was before Covid-19 struck. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2S4BbUV

Thailand prosecutes Facebook, Google and Twitter over posts

Officials say social networks failed to take down all posts that are illegal under Thai law. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RZlKO0

Taio Cruz quits TikTok after 'suicidal thoughts'

The pop star says he deleted his account after "hateful videos" affected his mental health. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kJjhnd

Harley-Davidson to exit world's biggest bike market

The iconic motorcycle company is pulling out of India as it struggles to sell its two-wheelers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i2Pe84

Tesco joins Morrisons to limit sales of some items

Limits on loo roll and flour are back as supermarkets act to prevent a repeat of March's panic buying. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2G6bGjt

Coronavirus: Working from home 'costs central London £2.3bn'

More than £500m per month was lost to businesses who rely on office workers, research suggests. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kLsL15

Cardinal Becciu: Vatican official resigns unexpectedly

Cardinal Becciu has left his post and given up his rights as cardinal, the Holy See has confirmed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/341oNdY

Job Support Scheme will make 'zero difference' to restaurants

A restaurant boss says the chancellor's new jobs scheme will do nothing to protect his staff. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/30otQED

Teaching offshore robots to speak our language

New technology has been unveiled which allows humans to ask robots questions and understand their actions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3csmkgs

Giant 25 tonne Gundam robot shows off its moves and other news

BBC Click's Paul Carter highlights the best of the week's technology news. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33SM9T8

How worried should we be about deadly cyber-attacks?

Experts have been warning for years that it's not a matter of if, but when, hackers will kill somebody. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hXDTq5

UK borrowing soars in August as Covid costs mount

Public borrowing hit £35.9bn in August as the pandemic forces the government to borrow more money. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Hz2Rj7

Ford Bridgend closure: 'Journey into the unknown'

Bridgend contemplates its future as the car maker ends production after 40 years. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/302xHH2

Covid: Uncertainty as industries miss out on job support

The government's new wage subsidy scheme to replace furlough is aimed at protecting "viable" roles. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kLEsF3

Harley-Davidson to exit world's biggest bike market

The iconic motorcycle company is pulling out of India as it struggles to sell its two-wheelers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3i2Pe84

'One day everyone will use China's digital currency'

China plans a digital version of its currency, which some say could become a big global payment system. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/305Twpi

Shoppers could pay more after no-deal Brexit

Tariffs could add £3bn to the cost of importing food and drink from the EU, a leading retail body warns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3mPbiH1

'Shop early for Christmas or risk losing out'

With three months to go before the big day, online retailers warn shoppers need to buy early this year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3j3S3Hn

Jobs Support Scheme: How is furlough changing?

The government has announced a job support scheme for when furlough ends. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UE9lBa

Chancellor Rishi Sunak on Job Support Scheme and helping UK workers

The chancellor says it is "impossible" to predict the jobs market due to the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kOtGhd

How much gold is there left to mine in the world?

Some experts believe we may have hit "peak gold" production in our pursuit of the precious metal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kMV3IN

Amazon unveils flying Ring security camera drone

The camera is launched when sensors detect a potential home break-in. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3044lZ1

Covid: Morrisons limits sales of disinfectant and toilet rolls

The supermarket chain restricts sales of some ranges, including toilet rolls and disinfectants. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FWUkG3

Coronavirus: What help are self-employed getting from government?

What is being done for the five million self-employed people in the UK facing a sudden loss of income? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3apaaU2

Rishi Sunak defends emergency jobs scheme

Wages will be topped up for six months, but chancellor says it is "impossible " to say how many jobs will be saved. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3mNn051

NHS Covid-19 app: How to install and use it

This guide explains how to install the NHS Covid-19 app on Android smartphones and iPhones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cw6VvU

Apple App Store faces coalition of unhappy developers

Spotify, Epic Games and others unite to campaign against the tech giant's app policies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/306XEFp

Facebook Oversight Board plans to take time over rulings

Former Danish PM Helle Thorning-Schmidt says her panel will take its time over takedown rulings. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3j6iMmU

Rishi Sunak's post-furlough plan: At-a-glance

The chancellor sets out plans to protect jobs over the winter. Here's what you need to know. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kLd7mA

Google removes Uluru virtual walk from Street View

Parks Australia had requested user-generated images from the sacred site be immediately removed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hZCGOW

Sequel to hit game Among Us cancelled

The developers of the space-themed mystery game now say they want to focus on making the original better. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZZmWW3

Hancock: 'Upgrade' may be needed to access NHS Covid app

Health Secretary Matt Hancock said he understood "the challenges" around downloading the NHS Covid-19 app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33YfFXs

Rishi Sunak unveils emergency jobs scheme

The government and firms will top up workers' wages, helping cover up to 77% of their hours for next six months. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3mNgYRR

Rishi Sunak: VAT cut to be extended for hospitality sector

The chancellor has announced that a VAT cut to 5% across hospitality and tourism will be extended. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hZHWCj

Fraudsters 'caught me in a spider's web'

Banks warn that fraudsters are gathering personal details by exploiting the coronavirus crisis. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jbDz8g

Facebook 'Supreme Court' to begin work before US Presidential vote

The company's oversight board - which can overrule Mark Zuckerberg - begins work in mid-October. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/362OOfz

China’s new richest person is a bottled water tycoon

Zhong Shanshan’s net worth reached $58.7bn thanks to his water and vaccine firms. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/304p3ru

Cineworld swings to huge loss after virus closures

The cinema chain warns it may need to raise more money in the event of further coronavirus restrictions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33TJqc5

Trump: Major carmakers sue US government over China tax

Tesla, Ford and Mercedes-Benz object to the Trump administration's import duties on Chinese parts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hZilt8

Westpac bank to pay record Australian fine over laundering breaches

Westpac failed to adequately report 19 million transactions, some allegedly linked to child exploitation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cnXkXU

Low tax on heating is bad for climate, report says

The rich benefit most from a de facto subsidy for home heating, a report says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33X5zGi

Wells Fargo's Charles Scharf apologises over race comments

The head of the US bank apologises for an "insensitive comment reflecting my own unconscious bias". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2RWMkXO

'My bank is shutting my account because of Brexit'

Thousands of British expats living in the EU have been told their bank accounts are being closed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cpvv1j

Brexit: Why is it so hard to reach a deal?

Time is running out to reach a Brexit deal - what are the obstacles? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HsNI2D

Brexit: Seven things changing in January and others that remain unresolved

The UK's future relationship with the EU remains uncertain - but some things will be different in 2021. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32UzfVu

Brexit: All you need to know about the UK leaving the EU

A simple guide on the UK leaving the European Union. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2dsANy8

NHS Covid-19 app: England and Wales get smartphone contact tracing for over-16s

Users are being urged to install the app to protect themselves and others against the resurgent virus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iT2jSK

Advertisers strike social media deal over hate speech

Advertisers agree standards with Facebook, Twitter and YouTube over harmful content issues. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mIr2eS

Coronavirus: Autumn Budget to be scrapped this year

The Treasury says "now is not the right time to outline long-term plans". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iYLTrV

NHS Covid-19 app: How England and Wales' contact-tracing service works

The app will tell you to self-isolate or be tested or warn of an elevated local risk level. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HgMxmH

Uncle Ben's rice changes name to more 'equitable' brand

Products will be labelled Ben's Original and will no longer show the bow-tied black man on packaging. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cnnRVf

Facebook shuts down 150 fake Chinese accounts

Some used artificial intelligence to make profile pics and posted content about the US election. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mFKDfP

McDonald's and Pret 'not included' in new table service rules

The government has clarified new guidelines designed to slow the spread of coronavirus. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FWDK98

Asda to crack down on shoppers without face masks

Its staff will soon offer customers disposable face masks to be paid for at the end of their trip. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hRAQ2p

Huawei: 'Survival is the goal' as it stockpiles chips

The Chinese company is facing major shortages amid the latest US trade restrictions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3032Iuy

Sunak weighs up new worker pay subsidy scheme

Options to replace the furlough scheme are understood to include a German-style wage top-up system. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/303Nw02

Does BlackRock have the world's toughest rules on romance?

It's not just the workplace flings, BlackRock wants to know who you are dating outside the office too. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FW27DH

Theatres look to tech to keep performing

Technology is now trying to fill the void until actors can begin treading the boards again. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hXkx4h

Upper Crust owner: 'Demand for travel will return'

SSP sales are 76% down with about two-thirds of its outlets closed across the group. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FJ1fTl

Brexit letter warns of 7,000-truck queues in Kent

Exporters to the EU face two-day delays to trade after transition period ends, a cabinet minister warns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3mGDRX4

Nike expects permanent shift to online sales

The sportswear giant has seen digital sales soar and says few customers will revert back to stores. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iYfXUA

Musk: $25,000 Tesla ready 'in about three years'

News about cheaper batteries and cars didn't excite investors as $50bn was wiped from its value. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35VLweh

Musk: $25,000 Tesla ready "in about three years"

Tesla's founder says new ways to make more efficient batteries will drive down the price of electric cars. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35VLweh

Video game loot boxes: another form of gambling?

The government is asking for the public's opinion on the impact of loot boxes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32R3nAZ

Coronavirus: 'Government must publish contact-tracing app data'

A health charity wants to know how well England and Wales' contact-tracing app fared in tests. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cllHVY

Cashback without buying anything among new trials

A financial hub in a church and drop-and-go deposit points are also tested as ways to help cash-stricken areas. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FXjeoP

'It’s OK to make losses early on'

The co-founder of Beans Coffee Club says it’s OK to make losses when you start your business, but make sure it’s money you can afford to lose. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cmUXEu

'Lack of investment' behind delayed court cases

Court cases face serious delays in the UK and lawyers say more investment in technology would help. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hQXt7o

Bank of England boss calls for furlough 'rethink'

Governor Andrew Bailey suggests that some sectors may benefit from further targeted help. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kH9iyS

Kingfisher to hand back £23m of UK furlough cash

The B&Q owner's profits soar after home improvements boom during the coronavirus lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32PFTMH

Dark net drugs raid leads to 179 arrests

About 500kg of cocaine, heroin and other drugs have been seized as well as guns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RO71W3

TikTok writes to rivals over suicide clips

The Chinese social media firm was grilled by UK MPs about how it deals with online harms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZZ4hcU

Coronavirus: Work-at-home change 'will have devastating impact'

Business groups warn that the government's new stance "risks derailing an already fragile recovery". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iWILx0

Dark Overlord hacker pleads guilty

A UK citizen is sentenced to five years in prison and ordered to pay £1.1m to victims. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hTEdWw

Early closing 'absolutely devastating' for some pubs and restaurants

The 10pm curfew will make some venues unprofitable and cost jobs, the industry warns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35WCBcp

Coronavirus economy: The 'banker ladies' saving friends from debt

Amid a pandemic and economic crisis, minority communities turn to traditional saving methods to help. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33UbHPY

Coronavirus: Work from home 'if you can', Michael Gove says

Cabinet minister Michael Gove says the change in advice is "a response to the spread of the virus". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33Vd3tM

FinCEN: Why gold in your phone could be funding drug gangs

Gold from a refiner used by criminals to launder drug money has entered supply chains for smartphones and cars. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2S11jjT

Whitbread to cut 6,000 jobs as hotel demand slumps

The owner of Premier Inns has warned that almost 20% of its workers could be laid off. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ck1VKB

'Radical' shake-up of home and motor insurance

Anyone renewing home or motor insurance should pay no more than a new customer, says the FCA. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cooga2

Amazon criticised over 'Black Lives Don't Matter' caps

A barrister questions whether the retailer has any checks in place after spotting the racist hats. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32NRQCC

Airbus looks to the future with hydrogen planes

The aerospace giant said its hydrogen-fuelled passenger planes could be in service by 2035. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kyBrIf

Broadband: Old TV signal hit village internet speed for 18 months

Connectivity was disrupted each morning, causing issues for households trying to get online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32PRxHc

Asian stock markets continue the global fallout

Australian shares were among the hardest hit in the region falling to a three-month low. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kDON5X

TikTok deal under new threat as Trump insists on total US control

The US president says he will not approve the deal if Chinese company Bytedance remains involved. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3chOzhW

'Lack of investment' behind snarled-up legal system

Court cases face serious delays in the UK and lawyers say more investment in technology would help. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hQXt7o

Wigs: A new fashion trend for black men?

A start-up in London called New Fade is on a mission to make wigs cool, with a focus on young, black men. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32QuE6P

The black-owned coffee firm that became a bestseller

US firm Blk & Bold has seen sales surge this year on the back of the Black Lives Matter movement. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FW4aYg

Covid: Pubs and restaurants in England to have 10pm closing times

Hospitality venues will also be restricted to table service as part of new measures to tackle coronavirus. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35Xx7y6

GE: Industrial giant will stop building coal-fired power plants

In a dramatic reversal, one of the world's biggest makers of coal-fired plants will exit the market. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2RNttyA

Airbus looks to the future with hydrogen planes

The aerospace giant said its hydrogen-fuelled passenger planes could be in service by 2035. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kyBrIf

Microsoft acquires Fallout creator Bethesda

Xbox's owner confirms it has bought the game developer ahead of the launch of the new Xbox console. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35V3wp9

Microsoft acquires Fallout creator Bethesda

Xbox's owner confirms it has bought the game developer ahead of the launch of the new Xbox console. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35V3wp9

TikTok unaware of $5bn US 'education fund' request

US President Donald Trump made the claim at a pre-election rally. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3chOzhW

Social media 'a blessing and a curse' for Little Mix

The band say the pressures associated with an online presence can be harmful to young people's mental health. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZThXpC

Premium Bonds issuer slashes odds of winning

NS&I has cut the interest rates it pays, reducing the chances for savers in its £1m draw. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33Hkh4k

Twitter investigates racial bias in image previews

After users highlight problems, Twitter says more work on racial bias in algorithms is needed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33Hgt32

'Mythical' Aston Martin Bulldog supercar being restored

Only one Bulldog was ever built but it was sold by the company 40 years ago to raise cash. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RLPzBC

'Mythical' Aston Martin Bulldog supercar being restored

Only one Bulldog was ever built but it was sold by the company 40 years ago to raise cash. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2RLPzBC

Coronavirus: Lockdown fears send shares reeling

Top European shares fall sharply amid fears that a new wave of coronavirus cases will blight economies. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cgpd45

FinCEN Files: What are Suspicious Activity Reports?

The FinCEN Files include reports which banks make when they suspect their clients are up to no good. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FRsNW8

Emergency measures to help train firms survive extended

New deals will cover the losses of rail companies for another 18 months as passenger numbers stay low. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35TDoLd

The tech putting the beef into Australian cattle farming

Why Australia's huge farms are increasingly relying on technology to monitor their livestock. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32PteJq

Satellite achieves sharp-eyed view of methane

A Canadian company debuts a powerful new capability to monitor the potent greenhouse gas. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hOOmUv

Super Mario at 35: 'The little plumber who defined a genre'

Battling Bowser, protecting Peach, what makes Mario magical as he celebrates 35 years? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iKe11P

HSBC's shares dive to lowest level since 1995 in HK

The UK bank is suffering a series of setback and now faces money laundering allegations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iPWAgC

Renters: Eviction cases resume after six-month ban

Tenants must be given six months' notice as courts in England and Wales start to hear the most serious cases. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iNNAIV

Coronavirus: UK firms voluntarily return £215m in furlough cash

Over 80,000 firms have returned furlough scheme payments they did not need or took in error. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kzljGh

Ending VAT-free shopping 'will hit UK tourism and retail'

Plan to end VAT-free shopping for international visitors could cost 70,000 jobs, say retail and travel firms. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZTE67o

'They used my picture and I should've got paid for it'

Some call them copyright trolls, but these companies say they defend photographers' rights. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c7FOqJ

WeChat: Judge blocks US attempts to ban downloads of Chinese app

The ban on the Chinese-owned messaging and payments apps was to come in on Sunday night. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33J41jo

FinCEN Files: HSBC moved Ponzi scheme millions despite warning

The transfers took place after officials were told of the $80m fraud, the secret files reveal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FOmT8t

WeChat: Judge blocks US attempts to ban downloads of Chinese app

The ban on the Chinese-owned messaging and payments apps was to come in on Sunday night. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33J41jo

Coronavirus: Rolls-Royce considers tapping investors for £2.5bn

The jet engine-maker is reportedly in talks with sovereign wealth funds to raise money. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iObTq5

Gore-Tex: Inventor of waterproof fabric Robert Gore dies aged 83

Robert W. Gore's invention has been used in space suits, guitar springs and waterproof jackets. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3mKLPP9

Butlin's: 1,000 jobs at risk when furlough ends

The holiday camp firm expects workers to take paid or unpaid leave once the government scheme ends. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2RHTpeX

TikTok: Trump says Oracle deal for video app 'has my blessing'

The president says the bid by Oracle and Walmart would protect the data of TikTok users in the US. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hNOLGI

TikTok: Trump says Oracle deal for video app 'has my blessing'

The president says the bid by Oracle and Walmart would protect the data of TikTok users in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hNOLGI

Friend challenges Facebook over Ronnie McNutt suicide video

Videos of army veteran Ronnie McNutt's online suicide are still accessible on the internet. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cqGUOB

British Airways accused of snubbing refund request

A passenger is told she had accepted vouchers, although BA's website did not list them as an option. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2RH7KZ3

'I still spend so much time on the kids - that needs to change'

Sarah Dahia from Australia takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3mzrX17

‘Another lockdown would be disastrous for our business’

Restaurants and pubs are concerned new coronavirus restrictions could spell the end of their businesses. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kz71pl

Admiral boss gives staff £10m as retirement farewell

"Saying thank you to all Admiral staff in this way is the right thing to do," says David Stevens. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2H5Y884

Jo Malone denounces her former brand's John Boyega decision

The British perfumer says removing actor John Boyega from his own advert was "utterly despicable". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Fwq8l5

Tech Tent: ARM, TikTok and the battle for tech supremacy

Two tech giants caught up in the trade war between the US and China. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33AUkTY

TikTok and WeChat: US to ban app downloads in 48 hours

The ban on downloading the apps in the US takes effect on Sunday unless President Trump intervenes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33G7eA3

Google and Facebook under pressure to ban children's ads

An open letter from academics and politicians also targets Amazon, Apple and Microsoft. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mCf1I2

US set to ban TikTok and WeChat in 48 hours

The ban will take effect in two days unless President Trump intervenes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33G7eA3

Liam Fox still in running for WTO chief as race narrows

The ex-international trade secretary is in the final five for World Trade Organization job. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c8czEe

Twitter beefs up security for US election candidates

The social network has activated password reset protections and is demanding stronger passwords. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZN4Czp

Police launch homicide inquiry after German hospital hack

Woman dies being transferred from German hospital which is hit by hackers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hG1wTN

Brexit: Hauliers' meeting with Michael Gove 'a washout'

The Road Haulage Association says there was "no clarity" on border checks after the transition period. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3koFWFd

Canada Tesla driver charged over 'napping while speeding'

Canadian police said both front seats were fully reclined as the car drove at 150km/h. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FDYXol

Lockdown 'sexting' blackmail concerns for young people sharing images

One victim was duped into sending nude photographs to someone she later found out was an adult. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FMuGU8

Google’s zero carbon footprint and other tech news

BBC Click’s Paul Carter reports on some of the best technology news stories this week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3c74ZK0

How e-commerce is exploding in South Africa

E-commerce has been one sector that has boomed in South Africa during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FJHkDd

How photographers track down stolen pictures

Some call them copyright trolls, but these companies say they defend photographers' rights. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3c7FOqJ

PS5 vs Xbox Series X: How do they compare?

Who will win the console war this Christmas? We take a look at the new Xbox and Playstation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32IKHn7

UK DIY sales soar but clothing stores fall behind

Retail sales volumes in August continued to climb, but a mixed picture has emerged between sectors. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2RzmZTM

Thomas Cook's Chinese owner sees sunny horizons

Fosun has plans for concept stores, new resorts and a lifestyle platform for the travel brands it owns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2RyXgLc

Coronavirus: Singapore and Thailand added to England's 'quarantine-free' list

But those coming from Slovenia and Guadeloupe to England and Scotland will now have to quarantine. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32EEisY

Rail nationalisations may be coming down the track

Control of certain struggling franchises could be handed back to the government, sources say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3mysCjd

No new 2p or £2 coins to be made for 10 years

Coin mountains in storage mean The Royal Mint has no plans to produce any more for a decade. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35Ma6hF

'For me whale meat is my childhood, my memories'

Sales of whale meat rise in Norway, helped by more Norwegians going on staycations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33Qhiqv

How e-commerce is exploding in South Africa

E-commerce has been one sector that has boomed in South Africa during the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FJHkDd

Nearly two-thirds of adults commuting again, says ONS

Some 62% said they were going back to the workplace, according to the Office for National Statistics. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c8yIlG

Tom Watson hired by gambling giant Paddy Power as adviser

Labour's former deputy leader - who has campaigned for tougher gambling laws - joins Paddy Power owner. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hFzms6

Tony Abbott hacked after posting boarding pass on Instagram

A hacker uncovered the Australian ex-PM's phone number and passport details but told the authorities. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZIiQRN

Lionel Messi wins fight to trademark his logo

The European Union's highest court rules in favour of the footballer after a nine-year legal battle. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32FNYmQ

Nintendo 3DS discontinued after almost a decade

With more than 75 million consoles sold, Nintendo is finally letting the 3DS' battery run out. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kDqqFJ

Interest rates on hold amid 'uncertain' outlook

Bank of England keeps interest rates at historic low as rising virus rates and Brexit threaten the economy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32Dd71w

Premium Bonds: End is nigh for prizes on the doormat

Prizes will not be sent through the post from March, NS&I announces, but paid directly to bank accounts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FHqdlF

Michael Jordan: NBA icon's basketball shoes' place in a booming new global market

Sneaker collectors are enjoying a boom time that looks only set to grow. It all started 35 years ago with the Air Jordan 1s. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33Eg1m2

China debt dogs Maldives' 'bridge to prosperity'

After borrowing vast sums for infrastructure projects, can the tiny island nation pay it back? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32AU1cs

John Lewis scraps bonus for first time since 1953

The partnership posted a £55m loss in the six months to 25 July as costs soared during the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c49TaG

Co-op sales rise as shoppers stay closer to home

The grocery chain announces in its half-year results that food sales have increased by 8.8%. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FFi7dx

Next says sales 'more resilient than expected'

The clothing retailer saw sales fall 34% as the coronavirus pandemic closed stores. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33Cdt7Z

Cyber threat to disrupt start of university term

The National Cyber Security Centre warns that universities face a rising wave of cyber-attacks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kqfWZW

Covid pushes New Zealand into worst recession in years

The country saw early success in keeping out the virus, but strict measures have taken a toll. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Rzkd0S

Chinese and Malaysian hackers charged by US over attacks

Five Chinese and two Malaysian men are charged by the US over separate alleged hacking plots. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35NUnyF

Cladding red tape 'stops people selling homes'

Many lenders want proof the cladding is safe but leaseholders say the paperwork is hard to get hold of. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2RDsDnL

Coronavirus: BioCloud device claims to detect airborne virus

Its makers say the BioCloud device could be installed in schools and offices to issue alerts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kkyfzR

'Unexpected' iPhone and iPad update threatens app glitches

Developers are complaining that they were only given a day's notice about the release. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35J4VPA

Plug-in hybrids are a 'wolf in sheep's clothing'

Although marketed as a green option, the cars cause more polluting than is claimed, campaigners say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ms7WcQ

'Anxiety app helped me at my new school' says Essex pupil

Maisie, 11, speaks about how a new app funded by the NHS helped her cope as she started a new school. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hETgn0

Singapore becomes hub for Chinese tech amid US tensions

Technology firms Tencent and Alibaba are among those expanding operations amid US-China tensions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35M8G6R

Boeing's 'culture of concealment' to blame for 737 crashes

The firm hid details from the regulator and pilots which led to two fatal crashes, a report finds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FKVXq4

Coronavirus: Hit to global economy 'will be less than expected' in 2020

The OECD now forecasts a decline of 4.5% in 2020, but says the damage will still be "unprecedented". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c2sAeK

Uber's self-driving operator charged over fatal crash

The safety driver of an Uber autonomous car is charged with negligent homicide. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hALmv4

AI-driven robot Mayflower recreates historic voyage

The Mayflower Autonomous Ship will collect data on marine life, including sampling for plastics. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mljXRc

BA boss: Firing and rehiring staff 'off the table'

British Airways boss Alex Crux says there will now be no need to issue new contracts to existing staff. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Rx9y72

Iceland challenges supermarket rivals to publish 'plastic footprint'

The frozen-food chain publishes its own packaging record to encourage progress on sustainability. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3mtAoev

Coronavirus: Tui to clear refund backlog by end of September

Thousands of people complained to the competition watchdog after waiting for coronavirus-related refunds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c0jvTO

Singapore becomes hub for Chinese tech amid US tensions

Technology firms Tencent and Alibaba are among those expanding operations amid US-China tensions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35M8G6R

Could VR help universities teach students?

With social distancing rules in place, universities are looking at new ways to educate students. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hy07Pe

Eating out scheme pushes down August inflation

The UK inflation rate fell sharply to 0.2% as Eat Out to Help Out scheme pushed down restaurant prices. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35GNE9m

Coronavirus: How we faced redundancy in lockdown

Young people are losing more jobs than any other age group - Newsbeat has been speaking to some of them. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hASE1A

UK Space Agency funds tech for orbital awareness

Grants will promote ideas to detect, characterise and track the millions of objects moving overhead. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hzQy2a

Kim Kardashian West joins Facebook and Instagram boycott

Dozens of celebrities announce they will freeze their accounts to protest against hate speech. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iBP74x

TikTok: Cambridgeshire police officers warned over 'offensive' videos

Two officers posted clips of themselves "shouting offensive language" and dancing "inappropriately". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3koI5R0

Child power pushes Lego to ditch plastic bags

Lego and supermarket chain Iceland become the latest companies to make sustainability pledges. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kmQ69a

Brexit freight system 'will be ready on time'

The government says a beta version will be ready when the new arrangements begin on 1 January. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33wszvL

Rishi Sunak: New ways to protect jobs 'my priority'

Chancellor Rishi Sunak says he is looking for "creative" solutions as unemployment hits a two-year high. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Fp50x7

US China tariffs 'inconsistent' with trade rules says WTO

The US did not justify its decision to raise border taxes on Chinese goods, the World Trade Organization says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2RvTXVe

Facebook staffer sends 'blood on my hands' memo

Ex-data scientist writes internal memo outlining scale of problems facing social network. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32vHSFG

New Look wins backing for turnover-linked rents

The deal secures 11,000 jobs, but the British Property Federation has criticised the retailer. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32uOLah

E-scooter trial put on hold in Coventry five days after rollout

Safety concerns were raised after reports of e-scooters being used on pavements. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mnRkmm

Covid-19 data breach: FM 'doesn't know' when ministers first told

Mark Drakeford says he only learned of a data breach involving 18,000 people on Monday. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3keYrvu

Amazon's Down's syndrome T-shirts 'promote hate', says Coventry woman

Heidi Carter, who has the condition, says she almost cried her eyes out after seeing them for sale. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iLLxVP

Wylfa: Hitachi 'withdraws' from nuclear project

The Japanese firm is pulling out of the stalled £15-£20bn power plant scheme, Anglesey council says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iL3HqJ

Nikola electric lorry just rolling downhill in promo video

Nikola admits its hydrogen-powered lorry is rolling downhill rather than moving under its own power. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33xH6au

'I've applied for 100 jobs and not got an interview'

People looking for work during the coronavirus pandemic tell BBC Scotland about their experiences. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32wwo51

Wylfa: Hitachi 'withdraws' from nuclear project

The Japanese firm is pulling out of the stalled £15-£20bn power plant scheme, Anglesey council says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iL3HqJ

Small firms thrown lifeline in insurance test case ruling

The High Court has ruled some insurers should have paid out for losses caused by lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3mplq96

Women lose state pension age appeal against government

Two women hit by changes to the state pension age and backed by campaign group BackTo60 lose their appeal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33xmqiL

‘You get fully submerged’ - Taser training in VR

The virtual worlds helping to train and sharpen the skills of a UK police force. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35FBCx4

Ocado sales surge amid shift to online shopping

Sales at the online grocer, which partners with M&S, jumped 50% in the third quarter of the year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c6XHGc

Warwickshire firm that made the 2012 Olympic Games torch goes bust

The West Midlands car parts firm blames conditions in the automotive sector and Covid-19. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33yR0ZI

Coronavirus: Bill Gates says rich countries must help make vaccine accessible to all

The Microsoft co-founder says rich countries should do more and addresses conspiracy theories about himself. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ixBEL1

Young people hit by rise in unemployment

The number of people aged between 16-24 out of work rose in the three months to July. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Rt7YTy

Taxpayers' bad loan bill shrinks to 'only' £20bn

Taxpayers will have guaranteed nearly £70bn in loans to UK firms by March 2021, according to TheCityUK. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33rkIj2

Asia sees first regional recession in 60 years

The region's economy will shrink 0.7% in 2020 but rebound next year, says the Asian Development Bank. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FldxB9

TikTok: YouTube launches rival to be tested in India

India was TikTok's largest overseas market before the social media app was banned there in June. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bZt1q8

TikTok: YouTube launches rival to be tested in India

India was TikTok's largest overseas market before the social media app was banned there in June. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bZt1q8

When changing a light bulb is a really big deal

Lighthouses have been upgrading to more efficient LED lights, but for some that is a step too far. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32zYDjj

Social mobility: ‘When we set up a tech firm in Sheffield people laughed’

The Social Mobility Commission is demanding that more is done to boost children's chances. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32tjVPd

How her own illness led one woman to set up a global firm

Jules Miller set up dietary supplements firm The Nue Co after suffering irritable bowel syndrome. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33wfK4O

Ship with no crew to sail across the Atlantic

A full-size, crewless research ship is to make one of the world's first autonomous transatlantic voyages. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2GXCuTr

Coronavirus: Sir Keir Starmer to call for furlough scheme replacement

The Labour leader will also warn of the "scarring effect" of "mass unemployment" on communities. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ml6fh8

Xinjiang: US to block some exports from Chinese region

Tension is growing between the US and China over the alleged use of Uighur Muslim forced labour camps. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FGrokY

Daimler to pay $1.5bn over emissions cheat claims in US

The deal concludes a four-year investigation of the firm in the United States. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2E3bTU0

Nvidia chief: ARM is a technology jewel

The chief executive of Nvidia explains why he is buying UK chip designer ARM in a $40bn deal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c56SqE

LG Wing smartphone has a swivel screen

The main screen of the Wing phone rotates out to reveal a second, smaller one underneath. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RrlXt2

Nvidia chief: ARM is a technology jewel

The chief executive of Nvidia explains why he is buying UK chip designer ARM in a $40bn deal. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3c56SqE

TikTok: Oracle confirms being picked by Bytedance to be app's partner

The American database specialist says a tie-up plan has been submitted to the US government. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZC2wSD

TikTok: Oracle confirms being picked by Bytedance to be app's partner

The American database specialist says a tie-up plan has been submitted to the US government. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZC2wSD

No-deal Brexit and Covid threaten 'double whammy' for car industry

A no-deal Brexit could cost UK and European car makers $100bn, trade groups have warned. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35FGEtH

Coronavirus: Public Health Wales publishes 18,000 test results by mistake

Full names were not published but people living in care homes are more at risk of being identified. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2E24PqI

TikTok: What is Oracle and why does it want the video-sharing app?

The database technology firm has roots in US government intelligence. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3itT4YV

OnePlus buds seized as 'fake Apple AirPods' by US customs

Officials seize 2,000 "counterfeit Apple" products despite clear branding from competitor OnePlus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32tKgN7

Google says its carbon footprint is now zero

The technology giant has also pledged to be using only carbon-free energy by 2030. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hvLz2t

Google says its carbon footprint is now zero

The technology giant has also pledged to be using only carbon-free energy by 2030. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hvLz2t

Singapore distributes Covid contact-tracing tokens

The government hopes the Bluetooth tokens will make it easier to control the spread of the virus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32q2M9h

Singapore distributes Covid contact-tracing tokens

The government hopes the Bluetooth tokens will play a significant role in reopening Singapore's economy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32q2M9h

'No risk' at Wetherspoons as 66 staff test positive

The company dismisses claims pubs are "dangerous" places after some workers contract Covid-19. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2RmEOFo

TikTok rejects Microsoft bid at eleventh hour

Oracle is now the favourite to take over US operations of the popular Chinese-owned video-sharing app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FDxi6o

TikTok rejects Microsoft bid at eleventh hour

Oracle is now the favourite to take over US operations of the popular Chinese-owned video-sharing app. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FDxi6o

ARM: UK-based chip designer sold to Nvidia

The Cambridge-based company's technology helps power most smartphones among many other gadgets. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32sRl0k

TUC: Chancellor urged to 'stand by working families'

The head of the Trades Union Congress will warn that time is running out to prevent job losses. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33wer5U

ARM: UK-based chip designer sold to Nvidia

The Cambridge-based company's technology helps power most smartphones among many other gadgets. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32sRl0k

Give us green post-Covid recovery, urges CBI boss

The head of the industry body is urging government to create new green jobs to lift productivity. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33tLasx

Unemployment: Planned redundancies twice the rate of last recession

Employers are notifying the government of job cuts at twice the level seen in 2009. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32qP4ml

Coronavirus: Seven ways scammers will exploit consumers

Criminals are evolving their behaviour to rip off consumers, trading standards officers warn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2GQO3M8

YouTube faces legal battle over British children's privacy

Google, YouTube's parent company, is facing a landmark claim over the use of children's data in the UK. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FjPQsW

YouTube faces legal battle over British children's privacy

Google, YouTube's parent company, is facing a landmark claim over the use of children's data in the UK. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FjPQsW

The technology firm digitising health in Nigeria

A technology firm is accelerating the growth of Nigeria's healthcare industry by digitising health. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32r8fg7

The coronavirus diagnostics kit made in South Africa

A South African genomics firm has made a diagnostics kit that tests for coronavirus in 65 minutes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bWroJH

Restaurants at 'critical risk' of eviction

Bosses of firms including Deliveroo call on Boris Johnson to extend the commercial rent moratorium. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33tmm3C

Sir Philip Green's Arcadia 'sorry' after notice pay row

The group agrees to pay full salaries for head office staff facing redundancy after legal threat. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2RjXiGP

Working from home: The rise of the DIY office

September 12, 2020

From treetops to ironing-board desks - a look at some of your creative home offices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33mEPz0

Why do women appear to bear the brunt of ageism at work?

September 12, 2020

Older women fight back against the double whammy of ageism and sexism in the workplace. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3mkGmOO

Ex-Google boss Eric Schmidt: US 'dropped the ball' on innovation

September 12, 2020

Eric Schmidt says America has fallen behind China when it comes to funding new technology. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2GTSQfV

Lockdown for a second time: 'It can't get any worse'

How are firms in Bolton - many of which have just reopened - coping with the new local restrictions? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32kdMVu

US budget deficit soars to $3tn record

Coronavirus aid programmes have prompted the gap between spending and tax receipts to explode. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35uKPbw

Ex-Google boss Eric Schmidt: US 'dropped the ball' on innovation

Eric Schmidt says America has fallen behind China when it comes to funding new technology. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2GTSQfV

Turkey farmers 'on tenterhooks' over Christmas demand

Some farmers are concerned about over-supply and restrictions on social gatherings. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bNRA9m

Lululemon lampooned for 'resist capitalism' post

The Canadian company is known for its top dollar yoga wear. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3k8OkID

The man who owned 3,000 cameras

One of the largest camera collections in the world is hidden away in a village hall in Fife. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ho6F2x

Government must safeguard ARM’s UK HQ, says Labour

Cambridge-based ARM’s current owner, Softbank, is in talks to sell the firm to US chip maker Nvidia. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3in0iOy

Marvel's Avengers: Gaming can be 'more personal' than movies

Thor and Black Widow explore how the new Avengers game differs from the movies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZrJIpl

Haribo stocks run low at Tesco over price cut row

The supermarket is reportedly not ordering more sweets until the confectioner agrees to drop prices. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2RhMhWA

TikTok sale deadline won't be extended, says Trump

The race to find a buyer to avoid TikTok being banned in the US will end on 15 September. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bUye2v

Coronavirus: England and Wales' contact-tracing app gets launch date

Matt Hancock describes it as a "defining moment" in the effort to control the spread of Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33yfdPR

Portable air purifier, 'smallest' Xbox and other tech news

BBC Click’s Jen Copestake reports on some of the best technology news stories this week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ik3tXj

UK signs first major post-Brexit trade deal

Britain agrees a trade deal with Japan that will cover 99% of UK exports to the country. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bU6ScP

Coronavirus: Banham Poultry workers 'turned up for work sick'

Staff at Banham Poultry say colleagues felt afraid to take time off. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3k4jEbD

UK economy continues recovery in July

The economy grew by 6.6%, but the country's output remains far below pre-pandemic levels. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33jwIDi

Brexit talks will resume despite UK rejecting EU ultimatum

The UK rejects the EU's demand to scrap plans to override the withdrawal treaty, but talks will continue. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bMlQkZ

How does Scotland's new contact-tracing app work?

How will the new Protect Scotland proximity tracing app work and what else do we know about it? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RbQMSb

Rio Tinto chief Jean-Sebastien Jacques to quit over Aboriginal cave destruction

Jean-Sebastien Jacques and other senior executives will step down after the miner blew up sacred sites. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Fuh8w7

Google and Twitter to block election misinformation

The tech firms are ramping up measures ahead of the US elections to block false or misleading content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RlB3jv

Google and Twitter to block election misinformation

The tech firms are ramping up measures ahead of the US elections to block false or misleading content. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2RlB3jv

Selling Sunset: Is that really how homes are sold in LA?

UK viewers are lapping up the glamour, drama and multi-million dollar homes in a hit TV show. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2RgsR44

Coronavirus: How technology could keep football fans safe at stadiums

Tech firms are working on solutions to enable fans to move safely outside, inside and around grounds. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FhQNSq

Peloton sales surge as virus boosts home workouts

The exercise bike firm's revenues jumped 172% amid gym closures due to the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3k90PUu

Russia, China and Iran hackers 'target Trump and Biden'

Both President Donald Trump and Democrat Joe Biden's campaigns are said to be in hackers' sights. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mdLh42

Coronavirus: Portugal back on England's quarantine list

Travellers arriving in England from mainland Portugal must self-isolate for two weeks from Saturday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ijyMBk

Renting: Christmas 'truce' for tenants facing eviction

The housing secretary says evictions will not be permitted over the festive period. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ijmskJ

Huawei to shift phones to its own Harmony operating system from 2021

The Chinese company will offer all smartphone models with its Harmony OS as an alternative to Android. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32hdT4r

Snowden criticises Amazon for hiring former NSA boss

The tech giant is facing criticism over its appointment of a former NSA director. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hi9CSq

Citi names Jane Fraser new chief in Wall Street first

Scotland-born Jane Fraser is named new chief executive of Citigroup, the first woman to run a major US bank. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Rf1cRk

Tesco to trial drone delivery service

Customers will be able to have "small baskets" of goods delivered in minutes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ictLdT

TRESemmé: South African shops pull products after 'racist' hair adverts

Some of South Africa's biggest retailers act after a public outcry over an advert for hair products. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hiJGG6

Tesco to trial drone delivery service

Customers will be able to have "small baskets" of goods delivered in minutes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ictLdT

Sister Bliss of Faithless: Nightclubs and DJs 'left in the corner to rot'

Faithless musician and DJ Sister Bliss says the dormant dance music scene needs more protection. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3k235wX

Facebook put ads in Danish broadcaster's ad-free app

A "technical error" led to numerous ads appearing on a publicly funded broadcaster's website. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3k25YOj

TikTok admits restricting some LGBT hashtags

The video-sharing app insists it is "deeply committed to inclusivity" but also bound by local laws. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2R8L57M

Facebook apologises for unauthorised ads

A "technical error" led to numerous ads appearing on a publicly funded broadcaster's website. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3k25YOj

Coronavirus: Young people and home workers scapegoated, says TUC boss

TUC boss says ministers must stop blaming people for not understanding "confusing" Covid advice. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33ewFbQ

British Airways' owner to cut more flights

IAG, which also owns Iberia, says it does not expect demand to return to 2019 levels until 2023. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3mb1qXA

Coronavirus: Lloyd's of London expects to pay out £5bn

The insurance market says that losses due to the pandemic could stretch into future years from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35uhAW6

Coronavirus: Scotland's Covid-19 contact tracing app goes live

The free app lets people know if they have been in close contact with someone who later tests positive. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bILPd0

Morrisons sales rise but profits hit by Covid costs

The supermarket spent an extra £155m on temporary workers and bonuses during the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bGAx9p

Yum China's HK listing is the latest 'homecoming'

The firm behind KFC and Pizza Hut in China is latest to join Hong Kong's stock exchange as US tensions grow. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bFPp7W

#DontRemoveYoutubeCCs: Community captions 'benefit everyone'

YouTube is getting rid of community caption subtitles, which could be a problem for some people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3k48OSV

Covid vaccine: 8,000 jumbo jets needed to deliver doses globally, says IATA

Shipping a coronavirus vaccine will be "largest transport challenge ever" says the airline industry. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3isq7MU

L'Oreal launches make-up recycling across UK shops

The firm's Maybelline brand has set up recycling points in shops including Tesco and Superdrug. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/33dsM6X

Trade talks: Why chicken, cheese, and cod are a tricky menu

The UK this week pursues simultaneous talks with Japan, the US and EU to secure its post-Brexit future. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ijhQeu

JC Penney: Landlords plot rescue for department store

The deal for the 118-year-old company could save more than 70,000 jobs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35ia3tD

Chinese embassy calls for Twitter inquiry after porn clip liked

The Chinese UK ambassador's account liked an adult clip as well as posts critical of Beijing. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hcRaKT

Xbox blinks first by pricing Xbox Series X ahead of Sony's PS5

Last time around, Sony undercut its rival after waiting to go second to see what Microsoft would do. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Fhgouu

App tells if office workers are not socially distanced

The app has been piloted at Network Rail and is now ready for use in other workplaces. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hg5hzd

LVMH scraps Tiffany takeover citing tariff fight

The French luxury goods giant had planned to buy the US-based jeweller for more than $16bn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bJtlck

Local lockdown business grants 'not enough', says lobby group

Firms forced to close will get cash grants, but the British Chambers of Commerce says more help is needed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jYvkfW

Facebook 'profits from hate' claims engineer who quit

But the social network defends its record and denies the claims. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32cQH7d

Lloyds Bank and Pizza Hut cut more than 1,000 jobs

The bank will cut 865 jobs, while the pizza chain shuts 29 restaurants and closes 450 roles. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jXyQr1

Amazon pays £290m in UK tax as sales surge to £14bn

The tech giant has faced scrutiny over its UK tax bill, but says it pays "all taxes required". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/339KhVP

David Beckham's Guild Esports to float on London stock market

Firm wants £20m to boost performance in global online games Fortnite, CS:Go, Rocket League and Fifa. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZCaITd

Rio Tinto: Church of England condemns Aboriginal destruction

Pressure mounts on the boss of the mining giant over the destruction of a cultural site in Australia. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FdT3K1

Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary calls UK travel quarantine 'a shambles'

Michael O'Leary says the UK needs to embrace testing at airports to help revive international travel. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZmuAcB

David Beckham's Guild Esports to float on London stock market

Firm wants £20m to boost performance in global online games Fortnite, CS:Go, Rocket League and Fifa. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZCaITd

Coronavirus: Banham Poultry factory Covid-19 outbreak 'has not spread'

Although the number of positive cases has increased staff are being allow to return to work. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lYfQdI

Lockdown comedy: How coronavirus changed stand-up

What happens when comedians turn to virtual gigs to get their jokes heard? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2GJZm8X

Uber pledges all-electric fleet by 2040

The transportation company says it has a "responsibility" to tackle climate change. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/339qWUv

Fall Guys: Tiny blobs, obstacle courses and hate mail

Fall Guys has had millions of downloads, but even fluffy obstacle courses can't make everyone happy. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32aS71Z

Vera Rubin: Super telescope's giant camera spies broccoli

The camera detector for the Vera Rubin Observatory takes its first test images in the laboratory. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/327pe6X

US to block key exports from Xinjiang, China

Tension is growing between the US and China over the alleged use of Uighur Muslim forced labour camps. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2R8WVPe

Uber pledges all-electric fleet by 2040

The transportation company says it has a "responsibility" to tackle climate change. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/339qWUv

Android 11 system update from Google adds privacy controls

Operating system now lets users give an app one-time access to a device's cameras or microphones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Fiy9t4

GM plans to rival Tesla with new electric truck

General Motors hopes to have its first electric/hydrogen pick-up in production by 2022. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33cDlqX

Pound continues fall as Brexit fears rear up again

The pound falls against major currencies amid unease that a no-deal Brexit is in sight again. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2R5zPcf

Covid: Morrisons to make thousands of staff permanent

It is expected Morrisons will announce it make thousands of temporary staff permanent as pandemic demand continues. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZeGSUf

PUBG cuts video game ties with Tencent in India after ban

The popular video game was one of 118 apps blacklisted by the Indian government last week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2DD9rTQ

G4S executives charged with multiple counts of fraud

The three men are alleged to have defrauded the Ministry of Justice over several years. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/335M91G

Xbox Series S: Microsoft confirms price and release date

Next-generation system will its "smallest console ever" when it goes on sale in November. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35bEIJ4

Thomas Cook set for revival as online travel firm

The firm wants to be operating by Christmas to capture the start of the summer booking season. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bAzbgp

How an African WTO boss could make a difference

An African has never been at the helm of the global trade body, but that could soon change. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2FjB9p5

TikTok in race to remove widely shared suicide clip

The video has been viewed by children who report being extremely distressed by the content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2R2kYzl

Amazon's murky world of one-star reviews

Companies are trying to manipulate online feedback - and one-star reviews have become the latest weapon. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jWdcDk

Royal Mail set for 'material loss' despite jump in parcels

The postal service warns of a "material loss" despite the jump in parcel deliveries during lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bJtvkg

EasyJet says quarantine measures hitting demand

The airline expects to fly fewer passengers because consumer confidence has been dented. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3maFlbY

China takes aim at US 'bullying' of its tech firms

The Chinese government has clashed with America over tech security and protecting consumers' data. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3h9Nt8A

China takes aim at US 'bullying' of its tech firms

The Chinese government has clashed with America over tech security and protecting consumers' data. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3h9Nt8A

Chinese chip giant SMIC 'in shock' after US trade ban threat

SMIC's Hong Kong shares sank 23% after the Pentagon said it could be added to a trade blacklist. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2F9VqO7

Coronavirus: Up to £3.5bn in furlough cash stolen or paid in error - HMRC

HMRC is reviewing 27,000 "high risk" cases that could have been paid out wrongly or fraudulently. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2F7jL7s

Government pledges to increase number of affordable homes

A new shared ownership model has been launched to help more people onto the property ladder. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2R7GEtC

Coronavirus: 300,000 redundancies planned in June and July

A Freedom of Information request shows a sixfold increase in the number of firms planning job cuts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2R00yXI

The women behind one of Gucci's most-liked Insta posts

Zebedee Management represents disabled models and actors around the world. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bBU4b4

Amazon's murky world of one-star reviews

Companies are trying to manipulate online feedback - and one-star reviews have become the latest weapon. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jWdcDk

Can artificial intelligence create a decent dinner?

By checking what's in your fridge artificial intelligence can create new recipes, but do they work? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2F5Xkzm

The 'brushing' scam that's behind mystery parcels

There's been a rise in sellers buying and sending out their own goods in order to boost sales and reviews. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32ZnjAo

The 'brushing' scam that's behind mystery parcels

There's been a rise in sellers buying and sending out their own goods in order to boost sales and reviews. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32ZnjAo

Job interviews for man who gave out CV at station

Trevor Walford, 63, held up a sign in Leeds asking for work after losing his job amid the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2R5xyOh

Netflix boss: Remote working is ‘a pure negative’

Founder Reed Hastings says working from home has no positive effects and makes debating ideas harder. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i8NYRU

'Dramatic' decline in pirated films after arrests

The amount of pirated films, TV shows, e-books and other material has plummeted following US raids. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bM2EUN

Netflix boss: Remote working is ‘a pure negative’

Founder Reed Hastings says working from home has no positive effects and makes debating ideas harder. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3i8NYRU

Coronavirus: Seven Greek islands added to England's quarantine list

The transport secretary says the changes will come into force from 04:00 BST on Wednesday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jU055D

Jammie Dodgers production under threat as staff revolt

Staff at Burton's Biscuits' Edinburgh plant, which also makes Wagon Wheels, are threatening strikes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jYrOlB

Chinese chip giant SMIC 'in shock' after US trade ban threat

SMIC's Hong Kong shares sank 23% after the Pentagon said it could be added to a trade blacklist. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2F9VqO7

Fall Guys to use Fortnite’s anti-cheat software

The hit video game has attracted millions of players since its launch, in August. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/339OSHk

Ethan Is Supreme: Beauty influencer Ethan Peters dies aged 17

Ethan Peters, also known as Ethan Is Supreme, was a makeup influencer and YouTuber from the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lX0dmP

Wedding firm forced by watchdog to increase refunds

Bijou Weddings will pay back more to couples whose weddings were cancelled under lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2R4FwXX

Extend furlough scheme 'or risk second wave of job cuts'

Business groups warn of large scale cuts if the job retention scheme is not extended after October. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2F4CMHC

The women behind one of Gucci's most-liked Insta posts

Zebedee Management represents disabled models and actors around the world. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bBU4b4

Primark post-lockdown sales head for £2bn

Owner AB Foods says the High Street chain's sales since reopening have been stronger than expected. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bzmD95

Instagram photo filters targeted by model's #filterdrop campaign

Why a make-up artist is campaigning to tackle unrealistic beauty images on social media. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35dmNBx

Brexit: Ministers plan laws overriding part of withdrawal deal

No 10 calls it a "standby" in case EU trade talks fail, as the PM issues an October deadline for a deal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3i5fD6b

Crime agency under fire over bank signature forgery

Anti-corruption campaigners say not a single victim has been contacted by the National Crime Agency. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2F8hvN0

Coronavirus: More train services restored as schools reopen

Train operators will reintroduce more services on a new timetable catering for schoolchildren. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3370BXl

Why are there so few black tech entrepreneurs?

Black Lives Matter has shone a spotlight on policing, but also on other areas, like the tech industry. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2GtZqtl

Coronavirus: Working from home damaging economy, Raab warns

The government wants more workers back into offices, while other warn a swift return is unlikely from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jSdkDQ

Mystery seeds: Amazon bans foreign plant sales in US

Thousands of Americans have received unsolicited packets of seeds this year, mostly from China. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/330i3wt

Mystery seeds: Amazon bans foreign plant sales in US

Thousands of Americans have received unsolicited packets of seeds this year, mostly from China. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/330i3wt

Islamic State group's online propaganda library

One of the largest collections of extremist material belonging to the group has been uncovered. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i3neC2

Tel Aviv: Drone filmed dropping suspected cannabis over city

A quadcopter was seen releasing small bags, believed to contain illegal drugs, over Tel Aviv, Israel. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lTv5Vp

Tony Hawk on why they've remade his most iconic games

Newsbeat sits down with Tony Hawk to talk about the remake of his iconic skateboarding games from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2R3uge9

Classic Vauxhall models go on display in Luton exhibition

Vehicles from more than 100 years of production go on show in the town where they were made. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bsMyix

Galaxy Z Fold2: Samsung's third attempt at a folding smartphone

Will it be "third time lucky" for Samsung as it reveals its latest attempt at a folding smartphone? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QUtiRo

Ex-World Bank head Robert Zoellick: ‘The world could look like 1900 again’

Former World Bank head Robert Zoellick warns countries need to work together to emerge from recession. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lUejoQ

Apple delays new anti-tracking privacy measures

Facebook has warned that Apple's privacy plans could render some of its tools useless. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32VrkWE

The surprising secrets hidden in a pregnancy test

Researchers take apart a digital pregnancy testing kit and find a standard paper strip inside. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gTHNj6

Entirely virtual art museum to open 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/32SLjFs

US unemployment rate falls below 10% as firms rehire staff

It is the fourth month in a row that America's jobs picture has improved, as the economy begins to rebound. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3i098BC

Fashion chain Jigsaw is shutting more stores and axing staff

Fashion chain Jigsaw will close 17 stores and axe more than 100 staff. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3i0Arf9

Coronavirus: Virgin Atlantic to cut 1,150 more jobs

The job cuts come as the airline completes a £1.2bn rescue deal with creditors. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lP1pIT

Co-op to create 1,000 jobs and open 50 new stores

Grocery chain the Co-op is opening 50 new stores and creating 1,000 new jobs this year from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Z8nsRb

Emily Hartridge: Deflated tyre 'caused Youtuber's e-scooter crash'

TV presenter Emily Hartridge was thrown under a lorry and killed in the accident, a coroner says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Z4hyQW

Building giants under leasehold investigation

Four of the biggest UK housebuilders are under the microscope as buyers complain of a leasehold trap. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32VaDut

Tony Blair: It is common sense to move toward digital IDs

The ex-PM said coronavirus vaccination records kept by government would help "restore confidence". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bmIJeR

£14k alligator bag destroyed over missing import permit

A woman in Australia says goodbye to her bag after failing to apply for an £38 import licence. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gZ8h2O

Brexit: 'Significant gaps' in UK's border plans

Logistics industry groups warn supply chains could be "severely disrupted" if issues aren't addressed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lNhDlD

Islamic State: Giant library of group's online propaganda discovered

Researchers say the "Caliphate Cache" is used to continually replenish extremist content on the net. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35goLBx

Why there are so few black tech start-ups

Black Lives Matter has shone a spotlight on policing, but also on other areas, like the tech industry. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2GtZqtl

Debenhams: No cliff edge for stores group, says boss

The High Street group is in administration, but the boss tells the BBC Debenhams is doing far better than expected. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3boMxMw

Eat Out to Help Out serves up 100 million meals in August

Restaurants. pubs and cafes claimed £522m under discount scheme during August, Treasury figures show. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gYtgT8

Pret a Manger offers coffee on a monthly subscription

Pret a Manager will allow customers to buy up to five drinks each day for a £20 monthly subscription. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32PSo9O

HS2 rail project work begins with pledge of 22,000 jobs

Work on the controversial rail line formally starts on Friday, with Boris Johnson saying it will "fire up growth". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2QUIaiK

India's kite-makers see sales fly during lockdown

Demand for kites has soared in India since March, as more people take up the hobby to pass the time. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lJ4SZw

E-scooter trial rolled out in West Midlands

From 10 September e-scooters will be available in Birmingham and Coventry. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lOyZPe

Tech stocks slide as Wall Street goes into reverse

US markets see their worse day since June as shares in Apple, Amazon and other tech giants sink. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2QQDnPB

France in huge coronavirus recovery plan focusing on green energy

France unveils a 100bn-euro plan to kick-start the economy, with a promise to invest in green energy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lMYiBf

Facebook to freeze political ads before US presidential election

Its chief Mark Zuckerberg says he is worried about "the risk of civil unrest across the country". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/350jkWZ

NSA surveillance exposed by Snowden ruled unlawful

Whistleblower Edward Snowden tweets he feels vindicated by the ruling from the US Court of Appeals. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32Wwull

Facebook-Oculus login rift grows as sales stop in Germany

It comes as a German regulator criticises the requirement for Oculus users to have a Facebook login. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QN3ZAO

Costa Coffee warns up to 1,650 jobs are at risk

The coffee chain says there are still "high levels of uncertainty" as to when trade will recover. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2QS6emk

Ocado halts staff deliveries temporarily amid order backlog

The online grocer says the temporary suspension is due to extra demand following its deal with M&S. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jzSdGq

Amazon to create 7,000 new UK jobs

The online retail giant is recruiting at more than 50 sites in response to growing customer demand. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32RiVDM

Amazon to create 7,000 UK jobs

The online retail giant says the new roles mean it will have created 10,000 jobs this year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32RiVDM

Coronavirus vaccine trial begun by drug firms GSK and Sanofi

The companies say 440 people will be given the vaccine in the US, with the results due by December. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jAxdiG

SSE fined £2m by Ofgem over 'inside information'

The fine relates to delays in disclosing a deal that SSE struck with National Grid in March 2016. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3byJzW1

What a US ban on WeChat could mean for American firms

What effect could President Trump's proposed WeChat ban have on US companies? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gMXb0I

Modi Twitter: Account linked to Indian PM hacked

Twitter said a series of tweets were sent from an account linked to the prime minister asking for donations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hUWoMD

Modi Twitter: Account linked to Indian PM hacked

Twitter said a series of tweets were sent from an account linked to the PM asking for donations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hUWoMD

India bans PUBG, Baidu and more than 100 apps linked to China

The list of forbidden products includes the popular video game PUBG and search giant Baidu's app. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32Ot9EP

What a US ban on WeChat could mean for American firms

What effect could President Trump's proposed WeChat ban have on US companies? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gMXb0I

Live video dating: Finding love online with an audience

A new breed of app is allowing people to go on live video dates, while others watch on. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jz3TJt

Coronavirus: Facebook, Twitter and YouTube 'fail to tackle anti-vaccination posts'

Campaigners claim Facebook, Twitter and YouTube failed to act on flagged 'clearly harmful posts'. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31Q4jFf

Record number of online child abuse logged by police

More than 10,000 offences were logged, an increase of 16% from the previous year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32XnuMW

Heathrow seeks staff pay cuts with jobs warning

The airport says it must act now after the collapse in air travel, but union leaders condemn the move. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bk5EHD

Coronavirus: 'I took a £1,000 flight to beat Portugal quarantine'

Amid reports Portugal may be put on the UK's quarantine list, UK holidaymakers face rising prices to get home. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bj8gFL

Girl Guides: Enhanced photos need labels on social media

The charity has backed proposals to make labelling on these images compulsory. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YYMGkF

Speedy return to workplace 'not possible'

A top Bank of England official casts doubt on government moves to get workers back to the office faster. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jDHjiN

India bans PUBG, Baidu and more than 100 apps linked to China

The list of forbidden products includes the popular video game PUBG and search giant Baidu's app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32Ot9EP

Amazon withdraws job adverts for union 'spies'

The job description called for analyst to investigate employees who were joining unions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gTfEZB

Apple more valuable than the entire FTSE 100

The world's largest company has seen its value leap as demand for tech goods surged during lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31Quc81

Lego set to open 120 new stores despite pandemic

The toy firm says sales have been strong during lockdown, despite the hit to the High Street. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hRqvV9

Apple more valuable than the entire FTSE 100

The world's largest company has seen its value leap as demand for tech goods surged during lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/31Quc81

Pakistan blocks Tinder and Grindr for 'immoral content'

Extra-marital relationships and homosexuality are illegal in the country. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hSAn0K

Facebook caught in India political storm

The ruling party and the opposition have accused Facebook of bias as it faces hate speech allegations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32S2abD

Rolls-Royce boss says demand for luxury cars is rebounding