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The airplane maker is urging airlines to inspect rudder control systems on the planes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Oa4FjDQ

Google settles $5bn lawsuit for 'private mode' tracking

Large technology firms have faced increased scrutiny of their practices in the US and beyond. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/DBEPbZ4

Google settles $5bn lawsuit for 'private mode' tracking

Large technology firms have faced increased scrutiny of their practices in the US and beyond. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/DBEPbZ4

Tata Steel: Port Talbot staff fear year of uncertainty

Welder says Tata's Port Talbot plant is gripped by fears of job losses. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mUwLxs9

UK vinyl sales at highest level since 1990

Sales of vinyl LPs rose for a 16th consecutive year in 2023, hitting 5.9 million units. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/xy105EQ

Gaston Glock: Inventor of popular handgun dies aged 94

The Glock has been the weapon of choice for armed forces, gun owners and criminals around the world. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/4FH3Lyq

Architect of modern EU Jacques Delors dies aged 98

Delors helped create the single market, but his dreams of integration faced stiff UK opposition. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XpU4K2I

Firm develops jet fuel made entirely from human poo

Scientists have found a way to make jet fuel from human sewage and cut carbon emissions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/F2VLAsW

Apple to appeal ban on US sales of Apple watch

Imports and sales of Apple's Series 9 and Ultra 2 watches have been halted over a patent dispute. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/kJIcGMU

Driverless cars: Tech possible for UK motorways by 2026, transport secretary says

Mark Harper believes the technology, he has personally seen, will be "gradually" rolled out from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/crIShLG

Apple seeks appeal after US allows smart watch import ban

Imports and sales of Apple's Series 9 and Ultra 2 watches in the US have halted over a patent dispute. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/kJIcGMU

Daihatsu pauses production over safety scandal

The Japanese carmaker admitted it had falsified safety tests for many of its vehicles. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/OE0FzPr

Maersk preparing to resume shipping through Red Sea

The announcement follows the deployment of an international military operation to prevent attacks on ships. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/MVBUDqK

Tanker hit off India coast by drone from Iran, says US

Saturday's attack caused a fire on board the chemical tanker in the Indian Ocean, the US military says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/xOEq8NH

House prices to fall and rents to rise in 2024, forecasts suggest

December 25, 2023

While first-time buyers would welcome price falls, the other costs they face are likely to be higher. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Vvxgiao

Manchester United: Sir Jim Ratcliffe agrees deal to buy 25% stake for about £1.25bn

December 24, 2023

British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe agrees a deal to buy a 25% stake in Manchester United from the Glazer family. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/cgakpKl

High winds likely to add to Christmas Eve travel disruption

December 24, 2023

Weather warnings cover parts of the UK, with rail disruption expected from engineering works and staff shortages. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZygwV6a

Hundreds turn out for pre-Christmas meat auction

December 23, 2023

The Smithfield Market's traditional event returned on Saturday for the first time since before the Covid pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/15MST0l

UK travel: Millions take to roads and rail ahead of Christmas

December 23, 2023

The AA warns of "lengthy jams" on the roads, while many rail services are starting to wind down. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NLezfvY

What went wrong at Smile Direct Club?

Customer demand diminished as questions dogged the company about its care. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ynwId9r

Tech Trends 2024: AI and electric vehicle deals

From an AI slowdown to humanoid robots doing real work - tech trends to watch out for in 2024. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Masc1Xp

Airbus Atlantic: 700 staff sick after Christmas dinner

It is unclear what was on the menu for the festive feast turned nightmare before Christmas. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/yPDlZxS

Rail fares in England to rise by 4.9% in March

The rise is below inflation but comes after a year of disruption for passengers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/h9Mwvs6

UK economy at risk of recession after growth slows

December 21, 2023

Revised figures show the economy shrank between July and September this year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/wCJyjAn

Tech Trends 2024: AI and electric vehicle deals

December 21, 2023

From an AI slowdown to humanoid robots doing real work - tech trends to watch out for in 2024. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/Masc1Xp

US Steel sale to Nippon must be probed on 'national security' grounds - Biden

December 21, 2023

Japanese steel giant Nippon this week announced plans to buy US Steel in a deal worth nearly $15bn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/PJBTst1

Temu shoppers risk buying items made by forced labour, MP warns

December 20, 2023

The Chinese online retailer with the slogan 'shop like a billionaire' faces questions over its ultra low prices. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/hyIYRsS

Starbucks blames 'misrepresentation' after Israel Gaza protests

December 20, 2023

Facing global boycott calls, boss Laxman Narasimhan says: "I pray for peace - immediately'. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/52HfBnl

Public pay must reflect rises, ministers say

December 20, 2023

Government letters to pay review bodies say pay rises should be reflected when setting pay in 2024 from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jTqEF2i

Inflation falls to lowest level in over two years

Latest figures show the prices rose 3.9% in the year to November, down from 4.6% the month before. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Ojwid9C

End of an era for electronics giant Toshiba

Scandal, near-bankruptcy and uncertainty have plagued the 148-year-old company for almost a decade. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/WSGl3ct

Christmas dinner: How much will it cost this year?

The rising price of turkey has slowed, while the cost of mince pies are up by 25%. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/bEsOSPd

Google to pay $700m to settle antitrust lawsuit

The tech giant will pay $700m and allow app makers to collect payments directly from customers from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/W2lYJzf

Amazon to make Warhammer 40,000 shows and movies

December 18, 2023

The streaming platform will have exclusive rights to make content based on Game Workshop's popular brand. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZTyQiaB

Green shipping corridors gaining momentum

December 18, 2023

Ports around the world are investing in green fuels to allow cargo ships to sail carbon-free. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Y718MHv

Apple halts some Watch sales in the US

December 18, 2023

The move comes after the US found it violated patent rights of a smaller firm. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/En6IU4s

Nasdaq on the hunt for more UK firms to list in US

December 17, 2023

The US stock exchange wants to lure more companies from London to raise investor cash in New York instead. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8ek4FYp

The secret sauce for Taiwan's chip superstardom

December 17, 2023

How an island that exported t-shirts and sugar turned into the world's largest silicon chip factory. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jnauU5o

Network Rail manager for stranded passenger line quits

December 17, 2023

Passengers were stuck in cold and dark carriages for hours recently after overhead electric cables were damaged. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/BTcfmrG

The secret sauce for Taiwan's chip superstardom

How an island that exported t-shirts and sugar turned into the world's largest silicon chip factory. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/jnauU5o

Netflix: What the viewing figures actually tell us about viewing habits

The Night Agent and The Mother were among the streamer's biggest hits in the first half of 2023. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tdjzcbf

Homebuyers' stress over impact of CTS cyber-attack

Property completions were affected after the IT services provider was hit more than three weeks ago. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/r1Og0R9

More big shipping firms stop Red Sea routes after attacks

MSC, the world's largest shipping group, becomes the fourth company to divert ships following attacks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/WwuZLS3

Tata Steel: Unions infighting grows ahead of jobs meeting

December 15, 2023

Community and the GMB are at loggerheads with Unite over a battle to save up to 3,000 jobs at Tata. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/lHTCdUp

Name that whale! How AI aces animal spotting

December 14, 2023

Artificial intelligence helps people identify what animals they are looking at and aids conservation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/4F1OaAm

Driverless car firm Cruise to cut 900 jobs

December 14, 2023

The move comes as the company faces an investigation by regulators into the safety of its cars. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ASqdNxH

Driverless car firm Cruise to cut 900 jobs

December 14, 2023

The move comes as the company faces an investigation by regulators into the safety of its cars. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/ASqdNxH

Interest rates: How the Bank of England's decision affects you and your money

The Bank of England is expected to hold interest rates at 5.25%, but borrowing costs remain comparatively high. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/j7EXrAZ

Energy firms must help struggling customers under new rules

New Ofgem rules mean affordable payment plans and even repayment holidays will now be available. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/awpKlhv

Facebook encryption risks children's safety, National Crime Agency warns

Signs of abuse will be missed because of the encryption of messages, the National Crime Agency says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/nR6Vj8b

Federal Reserve signals interest rate cuts next year

The US central bank hints of lower rates in the future as it kept its key interest rate unchanged. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/lBMsLud

Could there be a gold rush for buried hydrogen?

December 12, 2023

Many see hydrogen as the green fuel of the future so underground deposits of the gas could be valuable. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/G0rTDBy

Thames Water says it can't pay back £190m loan

December 12, 2023

Thames Water boss tells MPs it doesn't have enough money to pay back a loan due in April next year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/7K0ixPv

The pro gamer who has to rely upon sound alone

How video games are continuing to become more accessible for people with impaired vision. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/fVPUbMu

Controversial clothes hook spy cameras for sale on Amazon

The hidden devices remain available despite being at the centre of a US case against the firm. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/ZI3NUzS

Google: Barbie and Shakira among most searched in 2023

Barbie and Oppenheimer were the most-searched for films in 2023, and took £30m in their opening weekend. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/j1AZdkI

Heather Mills' vegan food company goes into administration

The vegan food company founded by Sir Paul McCartney's ex-wife struggled with rising costs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/iIPXjgc

UK mortgage lending to fall in 2024 - trade body

Higher interest rates and cost of living pressures will lead to lower lending, UK Finance says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/uyG7LNq

McDonald's security guard soaks homeless man's sleeping bag

The worker is seen kicking the homeless man's belongings away as he tries to mop the street. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/t2WNyE4

Alex Jones: Conspiracy theorist returns to X with Andrew Tate repost

The conspiracy theorist was banned from Twitter - now X - but its owner has now reinstated him. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/0B9E5KH

Javier Milei: New president tells Argentina 'shock treatment' looms

The country's new far-right president vows to launch a radical economic programme as he is sworn in. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/18uig4N

Smile Direct Club dentistry aligners firm shuts down

Best known for selling clear aligners remotely, it has shut down months after filing for bankruptcy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/LAH9SJa

Gap between haves and have-nots widening, report warns

Report mentions stagnant wages and mental health issues, and says the gap widened in the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3e2tqIK

How Shohei Ohtani became Japan's biggest baseball export

December 09, 2023

His impact in the US surpasses that of all Japanese stars before him - and he now has a record $700m contract. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XKZLGDo

Grand Theft Auto 6: Car-top twerking, flamingos in a crazy Miami

December 09, 2023

The Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer depicts the city's extremes - what does it tell us about US culture? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/flzaT4N

AI: EU agrees landmark deal on regulation of artificial intelligence

December 08, 2023

The proposed rules cover the use of AI in systems like ChatGPT and by law enforcement. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/FbQY8sf

CosMc's: Curious customers flock to McDonald's new retro drinks brand

December 08, 2023

CosMc's, named after an obscure company mascot, is a bid for the speciality drinks market. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/1hTAUsp

The people creating digital clones of themselves

December 07, 2023

Business leaders and experts are making online copies of themselves to answer the questions they get. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/clHaNhL

Mobile firms face £3bn claim for overcharging

December 07, 2023

Lawsuit alleges Vodafone, EE, Three and O2 overcharged existing customers for their mobiles. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/N5vXpqS

Mobile firms face £3bn claim for overcharging

December 07, 2023

Lawsuit alleges Vodafone, EE, Three and O2 overcharged existing customers for their mobiles. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/N5vXpqS

Tobacco giant sees sunset for US cigarette business

British American Tobacco said it could no longer value the business as if it had an infinite life. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/I4KisY1

Meta is child abuse 'breeding ground', lawsuit claims

Facebook and Instagram are rife with child abuse, the New Mexico attorney general alleges. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/EmSbXV0

Meta is child abuse 'breeding ground', lawsuit claims

Facebook and Instagram are rife with child abuse, the New Mexico attorney general alleges. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/EmSbXV0

AOG Technics: UK fraud body makes arrest in aircraft parts probe

It has launched a criminal investigation into alleged fraud at aircraft parts supplier AOG Technics. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mClh2Hn

Airline adverts banned over 'greenwashing' claims

The ASA said Air France, Lufthansa and Emirates had misled customers over their environment impact from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/zOmBpw8

What do employers expect staff to know about AI?

More and more jobs require employees to work with generative AI - but what does that mean? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/FJWeMxl

Abercrombie & Fitch sued by ex-CEO facing sex trafficking claims

Mike Jeffries has taken legal action against the US retailer for refusing to cover his legal costs to defend the allegations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/crHyuEV

Ladbrokes and Coral owner to pay £585m over bribery allegations