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Walgreens abandons Boots sale after market turmoil

The owner of the UK pharmacy chain says no buyer was able to make an adequate offer. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61966202?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The owner of the UK pharmacy chain says no buyer was able to make an adequate offer. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61966202 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 13:31:12 GMT

Businesses urged to slash prices by cost of living tsar

David Buttress will launch a taxpayer-funded campaign after asking business to come up with ideas to help consumers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61964175?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA David Buttress will launch a taxpayer-funded campaign after asking business to come up with ideas to help consumers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61964175 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:07:52 GMT

Camelot says people buying fewer scratch cards as living costs rise

The company says there are signs consumers have "tightened their belts" as living costs rise. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61964399?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The company says there are signs consumers have "tightened their belts" as living costs rise. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61964399 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 10:07:18 GMT

Heathrow told to reduce passenger charge

The Civil Aviation Authority wants the airport to cut its charges for airlines each year until 2026. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61933731?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Civil Aviation Authority wants the airport to cut its charges for airlines each year until 2026. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61933731 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 06:22:54 GMT

Non-essential petrol sales halted for two weeks in Sri Lanka

The country says it is saving its limited fuel supplies for vehicles used for essential services. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61961821?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The country says it is saving its limited fuel supplies for vehicles used for essential services. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61961821 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 03:55:55 GMT

Fertiliser shortage hits African farmers battling food crisis

The global fertiliser shortage is driving up prices and raising fears of food scarcity. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-61901074?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The global fertiliser shortage is driving up prices and raising fears of food scarcity. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-61901074 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 23:54:56 GMT

Wales basic income: Pilot will give care leavers £19,000 a year

More than 500 people leaving care in Wales will be offered £1,600 a month for two years. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-politics-61950546?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA More than 500 people leaving care in Wales will be offered £1,600 a month for two years. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-politics-61950546 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 21:00:31 GMT

Cost of living: Call for swift action on financial disputes

The Financial Ombudsman says it is dealing with more complaints about the response to reports of scams. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61955321?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Financial Ombudsman says it is dealing with more complaints about the response to reports of scams. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61955321 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 23:09:32 GMT

Royal Mail workers to vote on strike over pay

More than 115,000 staff will receive their ballot papers and are expected to back strike action. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61957003?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA More than 115,000 staff will receive their ballot papers and are expected to back strike action. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61957003 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 23:03:19 GMT

Credit Suisse bank found guilty over money laundering charges

The bank is fined by a Swiss court for involvement in money laundering linked to a Bulgarian drugs ring. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61957774?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The bank is fined by a Swiss court for involvement in money laundering linked to a Bulgarian drugs ring. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61957774 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 20:32:53 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61956355?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Designers at Moscow Fashion Week wonder how they can stay in business without access to imported materials. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61956355 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 16:39:07 GMT

Post Office workers to strike over pay

The one-day strike will take place on 11 July over what a union called a "massive real-terms pay cut". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61957004?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The one-day strike will take place on 11 July over what a union called a "massive real-terms pay cut". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61957004 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 16:01:50 GMT

Sainsbury's pressed to join real living wage scheme

Shareholders call for the supermarket to make an ongoing commitment to paying higher wages. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61952914?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Shareholders call for the supermarket to make an ongoing commitment to paying higher wages. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61952914 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 14:24:21 GMT

Lower energy bill plan for avoiding peak-time use

Some households could get discounts for using less energy at peak times under National Grid's scheme. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61949246?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Some households could get discounts for using less energy at peak times under National Grid's scheme. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61949246 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 11:49:28 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-61949684?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Hobbycraft sees a rise in profits in the 2022 financial year but predicts a "challenging" future. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-61949684 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 08:15:46 GMT

Landlord warning over tenant eviction laws in Scotland

The Scottish Parliament will decide whether emergency Covid powers should be made permanent. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-61948401?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Scottish Parliament will decide whether emergency Covid powers should be made permanent. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-61948401 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 07:54:49 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-61947325?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The revamped plan will see fresh funds being injected into development projects in Asia and Africa. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-61947325 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 04:41:24 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61947315?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Officials have asked people in Tokyo and its surrounding area to turn off lights amid a heatwave. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61947315 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 04:22:20 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61944665?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The government says the move would protect British producers at a time of rising energy costs. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61944665 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 18:28:22 GMT

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". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61941595?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The accountancy firm's chairman Kevin Ellis says the company "can't ignore market pressures". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61941595 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 15:43:06 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61941591?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Disney, JP Morgan and Meta are among the companies to confirm such policies after the Roe v Wade ruling. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61941591 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 14:30:50 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-61939597?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Some British Muslims who booked pilgrimages to Mecca could not fly after problems with a new system. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-61939597 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 13:26:22 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61941589?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The move by the UK, US, Canada and Japan will "strike at the heart of Putin's war machine", the UK PM says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61941589 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 08:32:49 GMT

Russia on brink of default as debt deadline looms

The country is close to its first default since 1998 as sanctions block payments to creditors URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61929926?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The country is close to its first default since 1998 as sanctions block payments to creditors https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61929926 Sat, 25 Jun 2022 23:09:58 GMT

Rail strikes: Travellers braced for third day of disruption

People are advised to only travel by train if necessary, with just a fifth of services running. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61929168?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA People are advised to only travel by train if necessary, with just a fifth of services running. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61929168 Sat, 25 Jun 2022 00:46:07 GMT

Row over M&S plan to redevelop flagship store

The government is calling a review of the plans which include a smaller shop, offices and a gym. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61916562?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The government is calling a review of the plans which include a smaller shop, offices and a gym. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61916562 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 21:32:16 GMT

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

People are told to make only necessary journeys, with one in five services running on Saturday. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61925458?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA People are told to make only necessary journeys, with one in five services running on Saturday. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61925458 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 18:24:11 GMT

The staff shortage slowing down air cargo and bags

A lack of skilled cargo handlers is now hampering the booming air freight business too. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61808753?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A lack of skilled cargo handlers is now hampering the booming air freight business too. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61808753 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 23:05:29 GMT

Robinsons ends Wimbledon sponsorship after 86 years

The soft drink has had a partnership with the tennis championships since the mid-1930s. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61926014?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The soft drink has had a partnership with the tennis championships since the mid-1930s. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61926014 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 11:47:36 GMT

BA strikes at risk of spreading to more staff

The airline's engineers and call centre workers in the UK are being consulted over industrial action. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61923815?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The airline's engineers and call centre workers in the UK are being consulted over industrial action. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61923815 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 11:04:20 GMT

Retail sales fall as people cut back on food shopping

Sales dropped 0.5% in May as households cut back on food shopping amid the rising cost of living. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61920559?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Sales dropped 0.5% in May as households cut back on food shopping amid the rising cost of living. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61920559 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 06:14:38 GMT

Toyota recalls electric cars over concerns about loose wheels

The bZ4X is the Japanese motor industry giant's first mass-produced all-electric vehicle. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61919424?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The bZ4X is the Japanese motor industry giant's first mass-produced all-electric vehicle. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61919424 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 04:18:38 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61919581?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Pictures show a gaping hole in the side of carmaker Nio's Shanghai HQ, and a smashed vehicle below. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61919581 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 03:28:51 GMT

The small seaport crucial for Europe's energy future

As neighbour Germany takes a step closer to gas rationing a Polish seaside resort prepares to help. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61798753?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA As neighbour Germany takes a step closer to gas rationing a Polish seaside resort prepares to help. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61798753 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 23:12:50 GMT

How Aussie farmers are hoping to win over tequila fans

Two Australia farmers are aiming rival Mexican tequila and mezcal with a similar delicious spirit. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61783637?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Two Australia farmers are aiming rival Mexican tequila and mezcal with a similar delicious spirit. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61783637 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 23:13:47 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61857007?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The post-pandemic shift to working from home means disruption caused by the strikes has been more limited. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61857007 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 23:01:53 GMT

Netflix cuts 300 more jobs after subscriptions fall

In April the streaming giant reported its first subscriber loss in more than a decade. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61914167?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA In April the streaming giant reported its first subscriber loss in more than a decade. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61914167 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 19:20:32 GMT

Davidstow Cathedral City cheese firm pollution fine

Cathedral City manufacturer Dairy Crest has admitted polluting the local area over five years. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cornwall-61914566?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Cathedral City manufacturer Dairy Crest has admitted polluting the local area over five years. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cornwall-61914566 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 15:53:07 GMT

More rail strikes extremely likely, says union boss

Travellers are facing another day of disruption on the second day of strikes, as half the network closes. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61906531?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Travellers are facing another day of disruption on the second day of strikes, as half the network closes. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61906531 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 16:43:13 GMT

Juul: US bans all products from leading vaping company

Authorities say they do not have enough data to be sure Juul's e-cigarettes meet health standards. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61914166?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Authorities say they do not have enough data to be sure Juul's e-cigarettes meet health standards. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61914166 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 16:43:44 GMT

Nike to make full exit from Russia

Russia's economic isolation deepens as more Western brands leave the country. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61914165?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Russia's economic isolation deepens as more Western brands leave the country. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61914165 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 14:58:59 GMT

British Airways Heathrow staff back summer strikes over pay

About 700 workers at Heathrow Airport vote in favour of industrial action during the summer holidays. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61906236?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA About 700 workers at Heathrow Airport vote in favour of industrial action during the summer holidays. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61906236 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 14:04:20 GMT

Germany takes step closer to gas rationing

The country has triggered the "alarm" stage of its emergency gas plan after drop in Russia supplies. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61908998?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The country has triggered the "alarm" stage of its emergency gas plan after drop in Russia supplies. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61908998 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 09:33:35 GMT

Rail strike: Law change would allow agency staff to cover industrial action

Ministers say the plan, which needs Parliament's approval, would limit the impact of future strikes. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61905103?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Ministers say the plan, which needs Parliament's approval, would limit the impact of future strikes. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61905103 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 02:19:06 GMT

Government borrowing falls as tax income rises

The amount the government borrowed in May fell compared to a year earlier but remains above pre-Covid levels. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61906235?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The amount the government borrowed in May fell compared to a year earlier but remains above pre-Covid levels. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61906235 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 06:15:15 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61905276?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Elon Musk said the Covid-19 lockdown in Shanghai was "very difficult" for the electric car maker. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61905276 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 04:22:10 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-61894760?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Leaders from India, Russia, China, Brazil and South Africa meet amid major shifts in geopolitics. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-61894760 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 23:24:21 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-61897052?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The woman was assaulted after being made to drink on a work trip, and then fired after going public. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-61897052 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 14:36:43 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61895327?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA It will soon be impossible to pay in shops with the notes, which are being replaced by plastic versions. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61895327 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 23:09:27 GMT

Twitter tests long-form 'notes' feature

The trial will let some users share posts as long as 2,500 words - beyond the normal 280-character limit. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61904522?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The trial will let some users share posts as long as 2,500 words - beyond the normal 280-character limit. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61904522 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 21:18:16 GMT

Ford chooses Valencia for new electric car plant

The US automaker warns of "significant" job losses as part of its changing strategy. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61897806?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The US automaker warns of "significant" job losses as part of its changing strategy. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61897806 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 16:13:36 GMT

President Biden urges petrol tax 'holiday' as fuel prices bite

Analysts say suspending the tax would do little to lower costs for people at the pump. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61899467?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Analysts say suspending the tax would do little to lower costs for people at the pump. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61899467 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 14:48:45 GMT

Rail strike: Thursday's walkout will go ahead, says the RMT union

The RMT accuses Transport Secretary Grant Shapps of "wrecking" talks as it confirms the walkout. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61890526?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The RMT accuses Transport Secretary Grant Shapps of "wrecking" talks as it confirms the walkout. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61890526 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 14:51:55 GMT

Chancellor Rishi Sunak defends likely pensions rise

There's criticism of the move as ministers warn workers not to expect pay rises to match increasing costs. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61894368?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA There's criticism of the move as ministers warn workers not to expect pay rises to match increasing costs. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61894368 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:45:44 GMT

UK inflation hits 9.1% in May

UK inflation, the rate at which prices rise, edged up to 9.1% in the year to May up from 9% in April. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61891649?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA UK inflation, the rate at which prices rise, edged up to 9.1% in the year to May up from 9% in April. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61891649 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 06:13:14 GMT

Australia to lift electricity market suspension as prices ease

New South Wales' eight million residents were urged last week to save electricity over shortage fears. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61890617?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA New South Wales' eight million residents were urged last week to save electricity over shortage fears. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61890617 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 03:00:45 GMT

Ankur Warikoo, Rachana Ranade: The YouTubers Indians turn to for financial advice

Finance YouTubers are riding high as millions turn to them for advice and brands seek collaborations. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-61877422?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Finance YouTubers are riding high as millions turn to them for advice and brands seek collaborations. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-61877422 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 23:15:22 GMT

Could nuclear desalination plants beat water scarcity?

Engineers are developing mobile, floating nuclear desalination plants to help solve water shortages. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61483491?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Engineers are developing mobile, floating nuclear desalination plants to help solve water shortages. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61483491 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 23:16:31 GMT

Ofgem blamed as supplier failures lead to higher energy bills

Billpayers are hit with £94 extra a year after 28 companies collapsed due to energy price hikes. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61881981?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Billpayers are hit with £94 extra a year after 28 companies collapsed due to energy price hikes. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61881981 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 23:14:01 GMT

Call to extend electrical safety checks to social housing

A charity says mandatory checks in England's private rental sector had unearthed thousands of serious hazards. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61881979?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A charity says mandatory checks in England's private rental sector had unearthed thousands of serious hazards. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61881979 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 23:16:24 GMT

Asda says some shoppers setting £30 limit at tills

Rising food prices are sparking a "massive change in behaviour", the supermarket's chairman says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61879194?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Rising food prices are sparking a "massive change in behaviour", the supermarket's chairman says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61879194 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 23:11:20 GMT

Train strikes: How did passengers cope with day one?

As services ground to a halt, figures suggest commuters turned to bikes, taxis or decided to work from home. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61883770?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA As services ground to a halt, figures suggest commuters turned to bikes, taxis or decided to work from home. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61883770 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 23:05:44 GMT

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". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61879766?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The PM urges the nation to resist high pay rises but the rail union says it is "leading the way". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61879766 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 20:13:38 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61857005?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA One of the world's biggest mining firms, Glencore, has again pleaded guilty to a series of corruption offences. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61857005 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 19:08:24 GMT

Bayer: US Supreme Court rejects chemical maker's weedkiller appeal

The chemical maker is facing thousands of lawsuits over the risks of its Roundup weedkiller. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61886525?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The chemical maker is facing thousands of lawsuits over the risks of its Roundup weedkiller. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61886525 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 16:48:40 GMT

Rail strikes: 'Working from home just isn't an option'

Despite the rise in working from home in the pandemic, nearly half of workers in Britain commute each day. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61879183?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Despite the rise in working from home in the pandemic, nearly half of workers in Britain commute each day. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61879183 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 16:18:53 GMT

Easyjet Spain cabin crew set to strike in July

Flight attendants may walk-out for nine days in July, adding to holiday woes for travellers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61849075?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Flight attendants may walk-out for nine days in July, adding to holiday woes for travellers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61849075 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 13:38:32 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-61864733?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Brewdog's CEO was involved in preliminary discussions in 2018 about a potential sale of part of the beer firm. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-61864733 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 11:03:21 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61878062?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Grocery prices rose by 8.3% over the past four weeks, the highest level in 13 years. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61878062 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 08:38:12 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61875451?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Mondelez International also owns a number of other global brands including Oreo, Toblerone and Milka. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61875451 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 04:07:49 GMT

Cost of living: Rolls Royce staff to get £2,000 payment

More than 14,000 workers could get a one-off sum after firm holds talks with union. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61874786?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA More than 14,000 workers could get a one-off sum after firm holds talks with union. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61874786 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 22:47:21 GMT

US ban on imports from China's Xinjiang to take effect on Tuesday

Officials believe many Uyghurs have been forced to work at factories in the landlocked territory. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61754796?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Officials believe many Uyghurs have been forced to work at factories in the landlocked territory. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61754796 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 23:38:43 GMT

Can crumbling cookies sweeten UK data-protection plans?

Government proposals to move away from EU data-protection laws post-Brexit have had a mixed reaction. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-61865575?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Government proposals to move away from EU data-protection laws post-Brexit have had a mixed reaction. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-61865575 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 15:46:44 GMT

'Rail strikes have lost us £500,000 of bookings'

Businesses, commuters and pupils sitting exams anticipate disruption from this week's train strikes. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61866089?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Businesses, commuters and pupils sitting exams anticipate disruption from this week's train strikes. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61866089 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 14:09:41 GMT

New rules proposed for buy now pay later

The loans are used by millions but ministers want checks on affordability and clearer advertising. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-61784020?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The loans are used by millions but ministers want checks on affordability and clearer advertising. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-61784020 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 12:50:25 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61863413?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The retailer will trial click-and-collect at stores after long resisting selling on the internet. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61863413 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 08:45:14 GMT

EasyJet to cut more flights over summer holidays

The airline has scaled back its plans after major airports announced caps on flight numbers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61862788?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The airline has scaled back its plans after major airports announced caps on flight numbers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61862788 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 06:40:02 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61861040?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Last-minute talks are due to take place, but passengers are advised to avoid travel as services prepare to wind down. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61861040 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 04:46:24 GMT

How India could become a 'mushroom superpower'

Changing tastes mean mushroom entrepreneurs are only just getting started. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61420016?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Changing tastes mean mushroom entrepreneurs are only just getting started. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61420016 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 23:29:12 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61861849?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Chinese energy giants have been ramping up imports of heavily discounted Russian oil in recent months. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61861849 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 05:32:06 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61830923?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The impact of higher interest rates in the US will cascade through the global economy. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61830923 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 23:27:09 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61860717?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Ofgem says it wants to help energy firms be more resilient and better protect consumers if they do fail. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61860717 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 23:01:06 GMT

Train strikes: Dispute still resolvable, says industry boss

More talks between management and unions are expected on Monday - the day before strikes begin. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61860545?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA More talks between management and unions are expected on Monday - the day before strikes begin. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61860545 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 21:09:39 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61854567?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA But union leaders blame politicians for failing to stop the strikes, which will begin on Tuesday. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61854567 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 08:38:57 GMT

'What are we supposed to feed our babies?'

As the US grapples with a formula crisis, parents are turning to the black market for supplies. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61752799?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA As the US grapples with a formula crisis, parents are turning to the black market for supplies. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61752799 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 23:30:17 GMT

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

People struggling with their finances can access small, zero-cost loans as part of a nationwide trial. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61826209?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA People struggling with their finances can access small, zero-cost loans as part of a nationwide trial. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61826209 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 23:47:53 GMT

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

The government's new cost of living tsar says he wants "old friends and colleagues... to help the British people". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61842136?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The government's new cost of living tsar says he wants "old friends and colleagues... to help the British people". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61842136 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 02:15:07 GMT

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

Tighter EU rules will demand firms such as Google and Meta tackle disinformation on their platforms. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-61817647?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Tighter EU rules will demand firms such as Google and Meta tackle disinformation on their platforms. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-61817647 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 00:05:34 GMT

Big pay rises could push prices up, says minister

Treasury minister Simon Clarke warns bosses to be "very careful" in setting wage increases. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61846102?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Treasury minister Simon Clarke warns bosses to be "very careful" in setting wage increases. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61846102 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 16:00:05 GMT

Italy's Eni says Russian gas supply cut by half

Energy firm Eni says it will only receive half the gas requested from Russia after two days of shortfalls. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61838905?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Energy firm Eni says it will only receive half the gas requested from Russia after two days of shortfalls. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61838905 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 12:32:25 GMT

WTO agrees deals on Covid vaccines and overfishing

The World Trade Organization announces a raft of agreements after five days of negotiations. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61838903?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The World Trade Organization announces a raft of agreements after five days of negotiations. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61838903 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 10:06:13 GMT

Yen falls as Bank of Japan bucks rate rise trend

The decision to keep rates on hold comes as central banks around the world raise borrowing costs. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61836180?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The decision to keep rates on hold comes as central banks around the world raise borrowing costs. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61836180 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 05:39:18 GMT

Elon Musk hints at layoffs in first meeting with Twitter employees

The billionaire also discussed aliens in his first address to the social media firm's staff. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61836179?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The billionaire also discussed aliens in his first address to the social media firm's staff. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61836179 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 05:27:16 GMT

Gatwick cuts summer flights after staff shortages

The airport says it will lead to a more reliable service, after a wave of cancellations and delays. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61835843?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The airport says it will lead to a more reliable service, after a wave of cancellations and delays. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61835843 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 04:05:40 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61835796?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The 90-year-old firm says supply chain disruptions have driven up the cost of raw materials. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61835796 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 03:43:52 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61835788?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA An International Monetary Fund team is due to arrive in the capital Colombo for talks on Monday. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61835788 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 01:21:24 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61831485?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA People in Birmingham and Kent tell the BBC how they are cutting back to cope with the cost of living crisis. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61831485 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 23:56:35 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61813857?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA More than eight in 10 people say they are worried about the cost-of-living, a BBC survey suggests. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61813857 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 23:56:28 GMT

How human-like are the most sophisticated chatbots?

As a Google engineer says his firm's top chatbot has feelings, just how lifelike is the technology? URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61793984?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA As a Google engineer says his firm's top chatbot has feelings, just how lifelike is the technology? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61793984 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 23:05:46 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61829661?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The errors, which in most cases are worth a few pence a week, are thought to have been discovered in the 1990s. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61829661 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 23:33:40 GMT

Markets plunge as rate rises fuel economy fears

The Dow Jones share index closed below 3,000 at its lowest level in more than a year. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61830925?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Dow Jones share index closed below 3,000 at its lowest level in more than a year. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61830925 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 20:13:21 GMT

Gazprom: Russian gas boss says 'our product, our rules' in supply row

It comes after energy firms in Germany, Italy and Austria report big falls in Russian gas supply. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61830551?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA It comes after energy firms in Germany, Italy and Austria report big falls in Russian gas supply. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61830551 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 14:28:38 GMT

Eight million Australians urged to turn off lights

The country has been struggling with a power crisis since last month. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61821423?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The country has been struggling with a power crisis since last month. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61821423 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 07:15:31 GMT

Asos profits hit as shoppers return more goods

The online retailer says "inflationary pressures" are leading its customers to send back orders. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61822539?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The online retailer says "inflationary pressures" are leading its customers to send back orders. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61822539 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 06:41:21 GMT

Renting: No-fault evictions to be banned in England

The Renters Reform Bill will also end blanket bans on benefit claimants or families with children. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61817249?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Renters Reform Bill will also end blanket bans on benefit claimants or families with children. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61817249 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 23:56:32 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-61813845?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The cryptocurrency crash is hurting many investors, including one country that has bet big on Bitcoin. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-61813845 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 01:15:20 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61818997?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Russian giant Gazprom says it will cut the amount of gas it sends to Germany by more than half. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61818997 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 18:22:17 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-61819010?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA 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. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-61819010 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 18:35:48 GMT