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The amount of hardship money also doubled last year, Freedom of Information responses suggest. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/JVGFHYu

Cost of living: Families who care for relatives' children in crisis

Laura took in her two half-siblings six years ago, but says she is now struggling as prices soar. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NskEhjc

US stocks see worst first half drop in more than 50 years

The S&P 500 index dropped by more than 20%, while major indexes around the world also fell sharply. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/YNE4LjG

UK sandwich chain Pret A Manger to launch in India

Indian conglomerate Reliance Industries will open outlets across the country under a franchise deal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KjIRAJ3

TV ad breaks could get longer as rules are reviewed

The frequency of advertising breaks will be reviewed by Ofcom, which says it will consult viewers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/K8bPYeS

Bulb boss Hayden Wood to step down from collapsed energy firm

Hayden Wood had stayed on with a £250,000 salary after the government put the company into administration. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/BaXp7je

Google sign-up a 'fast track to surveillance', consumer groups say

Ten European consumer organisations join forces to launch complaints to privacy and data regulators from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/JjpYrZx

Petrol station staff abused over high fuel prices

There is a "huge increase" of abuse by drivers angry at the price at the pump, forecourt operators say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Dh8p23K

Firms warn time is running out to save UK economy

The boss of a business lobby group will call for more help for companies struggling with rising costs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XutvdVm

Heathrow Airport announces more flight cancellations

The cancellations are because more passengers are expected at the airport than it can cope with. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/MmnvGTu

Royal Mail managers vote to strike over job cuts

Proposed strike dates will be announced in the coming days, Unite the Union says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2mc4TWa

Israel welcomes Ben & Jerry's reversal over West Bank settlements

Unilever agrees a deal to continue selling the ice cream throughout Israel and the occupied West Bank. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Kp0PWy6

NHS App given new features for digital revolution

By March 2024, the app should offer face-to-face video consultations, the government says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/BGMY1ea

Airbnb permanently bans parties and events around the world

The firm said a temporary ban on parties, which was introduced in August 2020, was popular with hosts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/L08PUGV

Firms say government price cut 'slap in the face'

A group says a government campaign asking businesses to cut prices is unrealistic for small firms. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/VF7oPeQ

New biometrics laws urgently needed, review finds

The Ryder Review finds existing laws are fragmented and have failed to keep up with technology. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/Z6n5zRN

Rail workers outdated, says Transport Secretary

Union rejects comments by Grant Shapps suggesting that updates are needed to railway working practices. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/vEKGs71

Poundland boosts £1 products in battle for shoppers

The discount chain says it is seeing a rise in customer numbers as people seek savings. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jz10eku

UK decides AI still cannot patent inventions

Many experts doubted AI was currently able to invent without human assistance, a consultation found. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/vu8HJ67

Ukraine war: Russian fashion designers feel sanctions bite

Designers at Moscow Fashion Week wonder how they can stay in business without access to imported materials. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/y4B9KuZ

Sainsbury's pressed to join real living wage scheme

Shareholders call for the supermarket to make an ongoing commitment to paying higher wages. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/4Qoy6m5

Plan to cut energy bills if you avoid peak-time use

Some households could get discounts for using less energy at peak times under National Grid's scheme. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/H8epuMW

Landlord warning over tenant eviction laws in Scotland

The Scottish Parliament will decide whether emergency Covid powers should be made permanent. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/zkW9i5j

Hobbycraft to open three new stores as profits rise

Hobbycraft sees a rise in profits in the 2022 financial year but predicts a "challenging" future. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ObF27jT

Japan urges 37 million people to switch off lights

Officials have asked people in Tokyo and its surrounding area to turn off lights amid a heatwave. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/QJ9krKc

G7 summit: Leaders detail $600bn plan to rival China's Belt and Road initiative

The revamped plan will see fresh funds being injected into development projects in Asia and Africa. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/0oRPx6G

Boris Johnson signals controls on steel imports to stay

The government says the move would protect British producers at a time of rising energy costs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Df0gEiW

Thousands of PwC staff to get 9% pay rise to offset cost of living

The accountancy firm's chairman Kevin Ellis says the company "can't ignore market pressures". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/z51bdQt

Roe v Wade: US firms pledge to pay staff travel expenses for abortions

Disney, JP Morgan and Meta are among the companies to confirm such policies after the Roe v Wade ruling. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/cqUgtVz

Hajj travellers unable to fly due to ticket delay

Some British Muslims who booked pilgrimages to Mecca could not fly after problems with a new system. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/9mr1Qb6

Ukraine war: UK joins ban on imports of Russian gold

The move by the UK, US, Canada and Japan will "strike at the heart of Putin's war machine", the UK PM says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/hlQ1jRc

Russia on brink of default as debt deadline looms

June 25, 2022

The country is close to its first default since 1998 as sanctions block payments to creditors from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/I8ms7fZ

Union rejects Rolls-Royce £2,000 living-cost bonus

June 25, 2022

Unite has rejected the offer of a lump sum and pay rise for thousands of Rolls-Royce staff. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/q3Akovp

Rail strikes: Travellers braced for third day of disruption

June 24, 2022

People are advised to only travel by train if necessary, with just a fifth of services running. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tHcJmRZ

Rail strikes: Travel disruptions continue after talks to stop third walkout fail

June 24, 2022

People are told to make only necessary journeys, with one in five services running on Saturday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/kacFqxu

Row over M&S plan to redevelop flagship store

June 24, 2022

The government is calling a review of the plans which include a smaller shop, offices and a gym. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/k7MFiVp

Toyota recalls electric cars over concerns about loose wheels

The bZ4X is the Japanese motor industry giant's first mass-produced all-electric vehicle. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/5xpaDZ2

Toyota recalls electric cars over concerns about loose wheels

The bZ4X is the Japanese motor industry giant's first mass-produced all-electric vehicle. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/5xpaDZ2

Two killed as Nio electric car falls from third floor office in Shanghai

Pictures show a gaping hole in the side of carmaker Nio's Shanghai HQ, and a smashed vehicle below. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/cHGMwyN

Two killed as Nio electric car falls from third floor office in Shanghai

Pictures show a gaping hole in the side of carmaker Nio's Shanghai HQ, and a smashed vehicle below. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/cHGMwyN

Netflix cuts 300 more jobs after subscriptions fall

In April the streaming giant reported its first subscriber loss in more than a decade. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/soUYMkT

Train strikes: Why haven't they caused more disruption?

The post-pandemic shift to working from home means disruption caused by the strikes has been more limited. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/CmZtdq9

New Tesla factories losing billions of dollars, Musk says

Elon Musk said the Covid-19 lockdown in Shanghai was "very difficult" for the electric car maker. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/EQL08xp

Brics summit: Members push for global clout amid Ukraine war

Leaders from India, Russia, China, Brazil and South Africa meet amid major shifts in geopolitics. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/F90SQmu

Twitter tests 'notes' feature with 2,500 word limit

The trial will allow some users to share "notes" beyond the normal 280-character limit for tweets. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/YJRuax3

Chinese man jailed for sexual assault of Alibaba employee on work trip

The woman was assaulted after being made to drink on a work trip, and then fired after going public. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/DgGwIoH

Just 100 days left to spend paper £20 and £50 notes

It will soon be impossible to pay in shops with the notes, which are being replaced by plastic versions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NqvOnIa

Chinese man jailed for sexual assault of Alibaba employee on work trip

The woman was assaulted after being made to drink on a work trip, and then fired after going public. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/DgGwIoH

Twitter tests 'notes' feature with 2,500 word limit

The trial will let some users share "notes" beyond the normal 280-character limit for posts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/YJRuax3

Rail strike: Millions faced delays and congestion on first day

The PM urges the nation to resist high pay rises but the rail union says it is "leading the way". from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61879766?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Mining firm Glencore pleads guilty to UK bribery charges

One of the world’s biggest mining firms, Glencore, has again pleaded guilty to a series of corruption offences. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Ub8s5HZ

Daughter of Elon Musk cuts ties with her father

The tech billionaire's 18-year-old daughter has applied to legally change her name and gender. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/c8Eo4TB

Brewdog approached Heineken about partial sale

Brewdog’s CEO was involved in preliminary discussions in 2018 about a potential sale of part of the beer firm. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/l7KLvA0

Food bills are set to soar by £380 this year

Grocery prices rose by 8.3% over the past four weeks, the highest level in 13 years. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/FdvUMg8

Cadbury owner buys US energy bar maker Clif for $2.9bn

Mondelez International also owns a number of other global brands including Oreo, Toblerone and Milka. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ljz4cAi

New rules proposed for buy now pay later

The loans are used by millions but ministers want checks on affordability and clearer advertising. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/j4Ilib9

Primark finally goes online in new click-and-collect trial

The retailer will trial click-and-collect at stores after long resisting selling on the internet. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/gEVCXq1

Rail strike: Travellers face reduced service ahead of rail strikes

Last-minute talks are due to take place, but passengers are advised to avoid travel as services prepare to wind down. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3aD5nio

EasyJet to cut more flights over summer holidays

The airline has scaled back its plans after major airports announced caps on flight numbers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Alkrvwc

Ukraine war: Russia becomes China's biggest oil supplier

Chinese energy giants have been ramping up imports of heavily discounted Russian oil in recent months. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/7THmXb4

Global inflation: Five ways US rate rise will affect you

The impact of higher interest rates in the US will cascade through the global economy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/5OsFkd9

Energy bills: Watchdog plans to prevent company closures

Ofgem says it wants to help energy firms be more resilient and better protect consumers if they do fail. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ABcvZCt

Train strikes: Dispute still resolvable, says industry boss

More talks between management and unions are expected on Monday - the day before strikes begin. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/pRSFvdC

Rail strikes will punish innocent people, transport secretary says

But union leaders blame politicians for failing to stop the strikes, which will begin on Tuesday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/C0WuN2D

Apple store workers vote to form first US union

June 18, 2022

The move by employees in Towson, Maryland, is the latest in a string of high-profile union campaigns in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/aJeKUC3

Interest-free loan scheme aims to reach 20,000 people

June 18, 2022

People struggling with their finances can access small, zero-cost loans as part of a nationwide trial. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/rCJWv8m

Companies must help cut living costs, says new cost of living tsar

June 17, 2022

The government's new cost of living tsar says he wants "old friends and colleagues... to help the British people". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Iy3p5zT

Big Tech must deal with disinformation or face fines, says EU

June 17, 2022

Tighter EU rules will demand firms such as Google and Meta tackle disinformation on their platforms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/RXBzLQM

Big Tech must deal with disinformation or face fines, says EU

June 17, 2022

Tighter EU rules will demand firms such as Google and Meta tackle disinformation on their platforms. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/RXBzLQM

Cosmetics maker Revlon files for bankruptcy in US

The 90-year-old firm says supply chain disruptions have driven up the cost of raw materials. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/pz3KtP9

Food spending and mental health hit by rising prices, BBC survey reveals

More than eight in 10 people say they are worried about the cost-of-living, a BBC survey suggests. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/9zHu5SE

Sri Lanka should have gone to IMF sooner, says central bank governor

An International Monetary Fund team is due to arrive in the capital Colombo for talks on Monday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/yR4Tbxj

Three things we're cutting back on as prices rise

People in Birmingham and Kent tell the BBC how they are cutting back to cope with the cost of living crisis. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/k8m0dHg

Pensions: Millions receive wrong amount 'for decades'

The errors, which in most cases are worth a few pence a week, are thought to have been discovered in the 1990s. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/xOiSRft

Stock markets see big falls as economy fears grow

The Dow Jones share index closed below 30,000 at its lowest level in more than a year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/oYx9fig

El Salvador: The country where you can buy anything with Bitcoin

The cryptocurrency crash is hurting many investors, including one country that has bet big on Bitcoin. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/gycnOVM

El Salvador: The country where you can buy anything with Bitcoin

The cryptocurrency crash is hurting many investors, including one country that has bet big on Bitcoin. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/gycnOVM

Microsoft retires Internet Explorer after 27 years

Internet Explorer, once the most popular web browser, will no longer be accessible for most users. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/x6y3OZm

El Salvador's Bitcoin pet hospital

The Chivo Pets animal hospital, which opened in El Salvador in February, provides whatever care an animal needs for just 25 cents - as long as payment is made with a Bitcoin app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/M0r7zc3

Gazprom: Germany accuses Russian gas giant of pushing energy prices up

Russian giant Gazprom says it will cut the amount of gas it sends to Germany by more than half. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/7KbU9c4

El Salvador's Bitcoin pet hospital

Summer food prices to rise quickly, say grocery analysts

There will be a spike in food prices this summer, the Institute of Grocery Distribution predicts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/g1Uj4XH

Netflix plans real-life Squid Game reality TV show with $4.56m prize

It will see 456 contestants compete in a series of challenges inspired by the dystopian drama. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/EHAQOGZ

Paddy Power ad ban for gambling taking priority

The banned advert shows a man failing to pay full attention to his wife's words while using a betting app. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/wlU6MKG

Russia's economy in for a bumpy ride as sanctions bite

Four months after Russia invaded Ukraine, the economy still works but it lacks some of its parts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/lqQ4d9K

Cost of living: Families can help pensioners claim benefits

Relatives should check pensioners are making claims as an estimated 850,000 households are missing out. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/QPNOElY

Millions to get first cost-of-living payment from 14 July

More than eight million UK homes will get the first of two cost-of-living payments totalling £650. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/br6eTId

Ryanair Afrikaans test: Airline drops controversial South African quiz

Boss Michael O'Leary responds to the row by saying that the quiz "doesn't make sense anymore". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/CKYhM8q

Petrol prices hit new high as urgent review ordered

June 13, 2022

Concerns continue that a 5p fuel duty cut is not being passed on to drivers quickly enough. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/UHYPcTs

Xbox: New Starfield, Minecraft and Forza gameplay unveiled

June 13, 2022

Microsoft shows off more than 30 forthcoming gaming experiences in its summer showcase. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/uKw86zo

Heathrow: Passenger numbers continue to rise despite aviation struggles

June 13, 2022

The hub airport says passenger numbers were at 79% of pre-coronavirus levels last month. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ivTObC

UK economy shrinks as firms battle higher prices

The economy contracted by 0.3% in April after it shrank by 0.1% in March, official figures show. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/PGfBjCI

South Korea lorry driver strike hits car and steel producers

Thousands of truckers have stopped work over their demands for more pay as they face rising fuel costs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NXrsWtF

Cost of living: Stock markets slide over global economy concerns

It comes as official figures showed that US inflation hit a more than 40-year high last month. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/MZfToOY

Fuel prices: Petrol stations face urgent review of fuel duty cut

The business secretary wants to know if a 5p fuel duty cut is being passed on quickly enough to drivers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/RTUE8mD

Russia unveils 'tasty' McDonald's substitute

The fast food outlets are rebranded as "Tasty and that's it" after the burger giant pulled out. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/meMBbPi

Hajj-Muslim pilgrims face losing out from online booking to Mecca

The Saudi government wants Muslims to book online for Mecca but many have already paid tour agents. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Chn0Xq8

Rail strike: Agency staff could cover future disruption

The transport secretary says he is preparing to overhaul rules, as rail workers prepare to walk out. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/HGzUhm1

Aukus: Australia to pay €555m settlement to French firm

The €555m settlement draws a line under a row that threatened to torpedo EU-Australia trade talks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/a4tfxR1

Samantha Cristoforetti: The astronaut taking TikTok to new heights

Samantha Cristoforetti has developed a huge following through her TikToks from on board the ISS. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/Xg1SaAB

Forecourt fuel thefts rise as petrol prices soar

There has been an increase in motorists driving off without paying or claiming they have no wallet. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Dlbn0WU

Fuel price rises hit ice cream van trade

Rising fuel prices will cost ice cream van owners their livelihoods, according to a trade body. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/fDyijA6

Medical gaming treating life-changing injuries

From strokes and Parkinson's to PTSD, severe conditions can be helped with game-based therapies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/KUjF5yn

Budgeting: 'I’ll walk to the next shop just to save 5p'

Single mum Safina has taken an extreme approach to saving money since her events business collapsed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/4h1tAWq

Rail strikes and flight cancellations: Are UK travellers heading for a summer of misery?

After two years of Covid rules, airline disruption and rail strikes risk overshadowing the summer. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LFomXh

Top student loan interest rate cut by 5% in England

The government says the 7.3% cap offers "peace of mind for graduates" as the cost of living grows. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/v04hqMm

YouTube accused of failing to tackle fake Elon Musk livestream scams

YouTube is being criticised for failing to tackle a network of scammers streaming fake Elon Musk videos. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/rmosTOG

YouTube accused of failing to tackle fake Elon Musk livestream scams

YouTube is being criticised for failing to tackle a network of scammers streaming fake Elon Musk videos. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/rmosTOG

Russia's new version of McDonald's unveils logo

It comes as the fast food chain is due to reopen 15 of the rebranded restaurants this weekend. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/EC6MFTD

Refineries cash in as petrol prices soar

A lack of capacity to process crude oil has helped to drive fuel prices to record levels from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/1i45CRI

Rishi Sunak accused of wasting £11bn servicing government debt

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has been caught out by interest rate rises, a research institute says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8Wzxbju

Covid-19: Japan reopens to tourists - but with strict rules

The once-popular Asian destination has some of the world's toughest Covid-19 restrictions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/FBQr0iW

Boris Johnson tries to reset leadership with housing pledges

He is expected to give a new right-to-buy pledge and suggest benefits should count towards mortgages. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/oIw1Xv9

Cost of living: The shock of rising prices in Japan

Why making Japan's favourite snack more expensive was so controversial it prompted an ad campaign. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/E0x6jfm

Dunsfold oil drilling application approved by government

Waverley council says it is "the worst possible outcome" and could lead to "irreversible harm". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/kfdiTtl

Hospitality firms warn June rail strikes will be devastating

Bars, restaurants, theatre, live music, and museums groups say planned strikes will damage Covid recovery. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/vEx3MaB

Ukraine war: WTO boss warns of global food crisis

If food shipments do not restart from Ukraine, a severe food crisis will last for years, WTO boss says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/H4iEugb

TikTok probes claims of aggressive work culture

A senior executive at the firm allegedly said he "didn't believe" in maternity leave. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/5hKpaSl

Rail strikes: Fresh talks urged to avoid disruption

The RMT union and the rail industry both say they want to try and get a deal to avoid June strikes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/m7EOQKn

Sri Lanka crisis: Nation needs at least $5bn this year for essentials

The country's prime minister says the money would be used to pay for basic items like fuel and food. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KF9oRdG

Uber powers emergency food deliveries in Ukraine

Uber has built a "private-label" version of its delivery platform to help the UN deliver food and water. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/nfu5Bxg

Uber powers emergency food deliveries in Ukraine

Uber has built a "private-label" version of its delivery platform to help the UN deliver food and water. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/nfu5Bxg

EU sets date for common phone charge cable

The EU has provisionally agreed new mobile devices must, by autumn 2024, use the same type of charger. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/aC2heSw

Buy now, pay later: Warning over use of credit cards to cover payments

Millions of young shoppers are borrowing money to make buy now pay later repayments, says Citizens Advice. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/wFAb3V9

HS2: Government scraps plans for £3bn West Coast Main Line link

Rail bosses react angrily to the scrapping of plans for the line in Cheshire and Greater Manchester. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/7VxbrWm

KFC Australia forced to swap lettuce for cabbage

It comes as Australian shoppers have been hit with soaring prices for some fresh fruits and vegetables. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ltvfi5h

Top Gun maker Paramount sued over copyright breach

The lawsuit claims the film studio did not have the rights to release Top Gun: Maverick. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/9kO3hXA

AstraZeneca boss: I don't think I would do anything differently

Pascal Soriot was knighted in the Queen’s Jubilee birthday honours for his contributions to science. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/nh3J2rT

South Africa: Wealthy Gupta brothers arrested in UAE

The pair are accused in South Africa of large-scale corruption and exerting unfair political influence. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/s1aJiPr

Elon Musk threatens to walk away from Twitter deal

The billionaire accuses the company of "thwarting" his requests to learn more about spam accounts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/0AMErY9

Shoppers spent less for second month in a row, says BRC

Shoppers are buying footwear and beauty items, but not furniture and electronics, new figures suggest. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/1C9AumR

Revolut's banking app crashes for some customers

The fintech firm says it is working to fix the problem "as soon as possible". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/X8AI4Gc

Digital fingerprints of a million child abuse images made

A new system for classifying images will help stop them being shared online, a UK charity says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/9WpD7Th

How China plans to become the next big space power

China plans to put astronauts on the Moon and send probes to Mars and Jupiter. Why the grand plans? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/OEXLcGP

Love Island stylist curates second-hand wardrobe for show

For the first time, ITV's Love Island contestants will be dressed in pre-owned clothes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/WI78cjD

Flight cancellations: Children and teachers stranded abroad as school starts

Hundreds of flights cancelled over the half-term break mean some pupils are missing the start of school. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tiCW3oB

Shortage of homes to rent leads to tenant bidding wars

Tenants are going to great lengths to secure a home from offering big deposits to sharing photos of their dogs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Zduc6ks

Easyjet cancels 80 flights as travel disruption continues

Airlines continue to cancel flights as travel secretary says industry must solve labour shortages. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/z2eKwdD

Post Office strike: Workers to walk out over pay dispute

June 04, 2022

More than 110 Post Offices close for 24 hours as staff walk out in a dispute over pay. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/U9XCDd4

London's iconic Camden Market put up for sale

June 03, 2022

The market's billionaire owner is reportedly hoping a deal will net him as much as £1.5bn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/r3qDdn0

US firms add more jobs than expected in May

June 03, 2022

Key data shows that employers added 390,000 jobs while the jobless rate stayed at 3.6%. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/cQ9v5OL

Ukraine lifts interest rate to highest in Europe

June 03, 2022

In a bid to fight off high inflation, the war-torn country's central bank has lifted borrowing costs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/7ZNdVt4

Shoppers not returning to Scotland's stores

June 02, 2022

Scottish shopper footfall was 16.4% down on the same month in the year before the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/MCa5j0J

Investors seek millions from Woodford fund collapse

June 02, 2022

A claim representing 1,500 investors wants £18m from the 'referee' of Neil Woodford's fund. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jn28VUR

Chicken rice: Why Singapore's much-loved dish is under threat

June 02, 2022

The city state is feeling the impact of Malaysia's export curbs on chicken. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/qzbpPka

Elon Musk declares end to remote working at Tesla

Staff unwilling to abide by new rules can "pretend to work somewhere else", the Tesla boss says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2kC60jr

Shanghai lockdown: The punishing cost on small businesses

Hairdresser Martin Li, who had to close his salon, was one of many business owners who suffered. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/RrFyJXt

Missguided shoppers left chasing orders and refunds

The fast fashion brand has found a buyer but shoppers say they are still waiting for deliveries and refunds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/zG9ME8x

Why the Ukraine war may power Asia's green energy shift

A growing number of South Korean businesses are betting on hydrogen as they move to cleaner energy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/g16odQe

Sheryl Sandberg to leave Facebook after 14 years

Her departure comes as the social media company faces challenges, including a slowdown in ad sales. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/7Kivhjl

Sheryl Sandberg to leave Facebook after 14 years

Her departure comes as the social media company faces challenges, including a slowdown in ad sales. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/7Kivhjl

Shell's Jackdaw gas field given go-ahead by regulators