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Pause benefit deductions for debt repayment - MPs

Households struggling through the cost-of-living crisis need some breathing space, MPs say in a report. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62312313?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Households struggling through the cost-of-living crisis need some breathing space, MPs say in a report. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62312313 Wed, 27 Jul 2022 03:16:49 GMT

A mind-reading combat jet for the future

The Tempest fighter jet will have artificial intelligence tech to monitor and help the pilot. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62289737?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Tempest fighter jet will have artificial intelligence tech to monitor and help the pilot. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62289737 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 23:25:30 GMT

Vow to tackle long waits to make a complaint

The financial regulator says new rules should tackle some of the biggest frustrations for consumers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62308181?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The financial regulator says new rules should tackle some of the biggest frustrations for consumers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62308181 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 23:04:12 GMT

Train strikes: Disruption expected with latest rail walkouts

Tens of thousands of rail workers are walking out in a dispute over pay, jobs and terms. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62309668?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Tens of thousands of rail workers are walking out in a dispute over pay, jobs and terms. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62309668 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 23:01:54 GMT

IMF: UK set for slowest growth of G7 economies in 2023

The IMF cuts its UK forecast for 2023 and says the global economy is "teetering on the edge" of recession. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62299490?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The IMF cuts its UK forecast for 2023 and says the global economy is "teetering on the edge" of recession. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62299490 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 13:01:33 GMT

Satellite firms Eutelsat and OneWeb aim to combine operations

The French company is set to merge with the satellite firm pulled from bankruptcy by the UK government. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-62306617?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The French company is set to merge with the satellite firm pulled from bankruptcy by the UK government. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-62306617 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 10:58:07 GMT

EU agrees to cut gas use over Russia supply fears

EU members had held talks after the bloc urged countries to reduce gas use by 15%. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62305094?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA EU members had held talks after the bloc urged countries to reduce gas use by 15%. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62305094 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 10:21:48 GMT

Ukraine war: Russia waging gas war with Nord Stream 1 cuts - Zelensky

Ukraine's president accuses Moscow of using gas restrictions to inflict misery on ordinary Europeans. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-62300684?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Ukraine's president accuses Moscow of using gas restrictions to inflict misery on ordinary Europeans. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-62300684 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 05:48:04 GMT

Heathrow reports another loss despite travel rebound

The UK's largest airport says punctuality has improved since it introduced a daily passenger cap. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62295867?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The UK's largest airport says punctuality has improved since it introduced a daily passenger cap. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62295867 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 06:25:57 GMT

Cost of living: Walmart issues profit warning as price rises hit

The US retail giant expects its annual profits to fall by up to 13% as food and fuel prices surge. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62301316?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The US retail giant expects its annual profits to fall by up to 13% as food and fuel prices surge. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62301316 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 04:06:17 GMT

Digital India: How India's digital revolution is connecting millions

Access to the internet has transformed the lives of millions in India. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-62262512?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Access to the internet has transformed the lives of millions in India. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-62262512 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 00:44:04 GMT

Amazon Prime subscription price raised by £1 a month

The £1-a-month rise comes after years in which the streaming service paid millions for football rights. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62297014?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The £1-a-month rise comes after years in which the streaming service paid millions for football rights. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62297014 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 02:00:47 GMT

The tech helping to bring you your morning coffee

How Brazil, the world's largest grower of coffee, is turning to technology to boost production. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62235741?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA How Brazil, the world's largest grower of coffee, is turning to technology to boost production. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62235741 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 23:15:44 GMT

Convenience store spy cameras face legal challenge

Big Brother Watch campaigners says the "Orwellian" cameras at Southern Co-op shops breach people's rights. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-62297546?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Big Brother Watch campaigners says the "Orwellian" cameras at Southern Co-op shops breach people's rights. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-62297546 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 23:03:24 GMT

Cost-of-living payments branded insufficient as energy bills soar

The Business Committee says payments should reflect higher than anticipated energy bills. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62291652?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Business Committee says payments should reflect higher than anticipated energy bills. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62291652 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 23:06:21 GMT

Gazprom: Nord Stream 1 supply to Europe to be cut further

Gazprom announces another drastic cut in supplies as Europe tries to replenish stores for winter. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62291458?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Gazprom announces another drastic cut in supplies as Europe tries to replenish stores for winter. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62291458 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 16:43:42 GMT

Fear prevents workers reporting low pay - report

Employers get away with breaking minimum wage laws by intimidating staff. the Low Pay Commission says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62295472?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Employers get away with breaking minimum wage laws by intimidating staff. the Low Pay Commission says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62295472 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 15:43:27 GMT

Train strikes: People told not to travel by rail during walkouts

Only 20% of services will run and some places will have no trains on Wednesday, Network Rail says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62291452?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Only 20% of services will run and some places will have no trains on Wednesday, Network Rail says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62291452 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 11:27:28 GMT

Eurotunnel and Dover queues: Warning of another busy weekend of Channel traffic

Traffic heading to France is flowing freely on Monday but it is expected to be very busy next weekend. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62289432?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Traffic heading to France is flowing freely on Monday but it is expected to be very busy next weekend. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62289432 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 07:45:36 GMT

Ryanair boss slams airports over poor recruitment

Neil Sorahan says airports had "one job to do" - to recruit enough staff to deal with higher demand. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62289056?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Neil Sorahan says airports had "one job to do" - to recruit enough staff to deal with higher demand. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62289056 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 07:36:09 GMT

Evergrande: Crisis-hit property giant faces deadline after bosses quit

The Chinese property firm is expected to deliver a preliminary restructuring plan this week. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62287685?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Chinese property firm is expected to deliver a preliminary restructuring plan this week. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62287685 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 04:24:53 GMT

Elon Musk denies affair with Google co-founder's wife

The technology multi-billionaire's comments came in response to a report in the Wall Street Journal. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62288139?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The technology multi-billionaire's comments came in response to a report in the Wall Street Journal. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62288139 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 03:48:44 GMT

Ukraine war: Russia denies causing global food crisis

Its foreign minister, who is in Egypt, says the West is distorting the truth as the Ukraine war rages. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-62284377?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Its foreign minister, who is in Egypt, says the West is distorting the truth as the Ukraine war rages. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-62284377 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 17:34:40 GMT

France energy: Air-conditioned shops will be told to shut doors to cut waste

New rules will force shops to keep doors shut when air conditioning is on and limit use of neon signs. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-62286924?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA New rules will force shops to keep doors shut when air conditioning is on and limit use of neon signs. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-62286924 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 19:28:11 GMT

Three questions Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak must answer

The final two candidates for prime minister have some fundamental decisions to make over the economy. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62269816?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The final two candidates for prime minister have some fundamental decisions to make over the economy. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62269816 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 23:01:23 GMT

Football kit sales delayed as supply chain issues hit clubs

Fewer than half of English clubs have both their home and away kits on sale ahead of the new season. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62256634?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Fewer than half of English clubs have both their home and away kits on sale ahead of the new season. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62256634 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 23:03:29 GMT

Dover and Eurotunnel queues: Travellers warned of third day of delays

Families report sleeping in cars overnight on the approach to Eurotunnel, with waits of up to 21 hours. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62281443?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Families report sleeping in cars overnight on the approach to Eurotunnel, with waits of up to 21 hours. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62281443 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 07:29:25 GMT

Cost of living: Saving money on our summer holiday

Millions of us are still determined to have a summer getaway but keeping an eye on spending. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62132409?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Millions of us are still determined to have a summer getaway but keeping an eye on spending. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62132409 Sat, 23 Jul 2022 23:30:13 GMT

Airport workers on travel problems

Pilots, flight attendants and a baggage handler tell us what is happening where they work. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62169701?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Pilots, flight attendants and a baggage handler tell us what is happening where they work. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62169701 Fri, 22 Jul 2022 23:09:17 GMT

Rail strikes to go ahead next Wednesday

The RMT union says walkouts across the network will happen after talks failed to find a breakthrough. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62272544?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The RMT union says walkouts across the network will happen after talks failed to find a breakthrough. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62272544 Fri, 22 Jul 2022 16:59:13 GMT

Food banks warn they are struggling to keep up with demand

Research by Radio 4's Money Box into 203 food banks found many are receiving fewer food donations. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62228972?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Research by Radio 4's Money Box into 203 food banks found many are receiving fewer food donations. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62228972 Fri, 22 Jul 2022 16:00:45 GMT

Twitter spent $33m in three months on Musk deal

The social network also reported losses in its latest financial figures. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-62265756?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The social network also reported losses in its latest financial figures. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-62265756 Fri, 22 Jul 2022 12:55:36 GMT

British Airways staff call off Heathrow strike action after new pay offer

Hundreds of staff at Heathrow were set to strike over the busy summer holiday period. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62267324?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Hundreds of staff at Heathrow were set to strike over the busy summer holiday period. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62267324 Fri, 22 Jul 2022 11:59:54 GMT

Whisky makers are turning their backs on peat

Burning peat has long been a way of adding flavour to whisky but some are now rejected that process. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61596047?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Burning peat has long been a way of adding flavour to whisky but some are now rejected that process. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61596047 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 23:05:04 GMT

Cyber-attacks on Port of Los Angeles have doubled since pandemic

The threats to the Port of Los Angeles are believed to come mainly from Europe and Russia. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62260272?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The threats to the Port of Los Angeles are believed to come mainly from Europe and Russia. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62260272 Fri, 22 Jul 2022 11:00:10 GMT

Port of Dover declares critical incident over queues

The weekend is expected to be one of the busiest periods of the year for holidaymakers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-kent-62263176?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The weekend is expected to be one of the busiest periods of the year for holidaymakers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-kent-62263176 Fri, 22 Jul 2022 07:54:10 GMT

Port Talbot: Tata steelworks could close without subsidy deal

Tata Group head says if a £1.5bn deal for reducing carbon emissions is not struck sites could close. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-62262290?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Tata Group head says if a £1.5bn deal for reducing carbon emissions is not struck sites could close. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-62262290 Fri, 22 Jul 2022 06:41:43 GMT

Cost of living: Families cut back on fuel and clothes as prices rise

Retailers say record price rises are making households concerned over what they can afford. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62262138?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Retailers say record price rises are making households concerned over what they can afford. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62262138 Fri, 22 Jul 2022 06:31:39 GMT

Snap shares slide as advertising slump hits sales

The California-based company is best known for the photo-sharing app Snapchat. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62261104?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The California-based company is best known for the photo-sharing app Snapchat. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62261104 Fri, 22 Jul 2022 04:03:18 GMT

The woman who built a career from true crime and make-up

Bailey Sarian dabbled in YouTube for years before a chance idea led to a new profession. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61948546?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Bailey Sarian dabbled in YouTube for years before a chance idea led to a new profession. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61948546 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 23:13:41 GMT

The allotment firms helping to trim long waiting lists

As people have to wait years to get a council allotment, private firms are offering an alternative. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62220162?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA As people have to wait years to get a council allotment, private firms are offering an alternative. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62220162 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 23:02:22 GMT

Ryanair's Michael O'Leary wants 'practical' immigration approach

A "common sense" approach to post-Brexit policy is needed to fill vacancies, says Michael O'Leary. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62221544?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A "common sense" approach to post-Brexit policy is needed to fill vacancies, says Michael O'Leary. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62221544 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 23:01:07 GMT

Russia 'looting' steel bound for Europe and UK, says Metinvest boss

A Ukrainian steel boss accuses Russia of stealing metal that had been meant for Europe. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62252704?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A Ukrainian steel boss accuses Russia of stealing metal that had been meant for Europe. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62252704 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 23:01:33 GMT

UK blocks University of Manchester sensor deal with Chinese company

The proposed licensing of vision-sensing technology could be a national-security risk, the government says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-62243424?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The proposed licensing of vision-sensing technology could be a national-security risk, the government says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-62243424 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 16:20:37 GMT

Truss tax plans accused of breaking spending rules

Tax cut plans mean higher borrowing or lower public spending, or both, says the Institute for Fiscal Studies. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62255081?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Tax cut plans mean higher borrowing or lower public spending, or both, says the Institute for Fiscal Studies. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62255081 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 15:40:18 GMT

Drivers warned of delays around Dover as summer getaway begins

Roads around Dover are expected to be extremely busy as most schools in England and Wales break up. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62256633?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Roads around Dover are expected to be extremely busy as most schools in England and Wales break up. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62256633 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 15:14:59 GMT

Eurozone raises interest rates for first time in 11 years

The European Central Bank has raised rates as it tries to tackle soaring eurozone inflation. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62240730?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The European Central Bank has raised rates as it tries to tackle soaring eurozone inflation. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62240730 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 12:24:52 GMT

China ride-hailing giant Didi fined $1.2bn after probe

The country's cyber security watchdog launched a probe into the firm just days after its US listing. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62248513?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The country's cyber security watchdog launched a probe into the firm just days after its US listing. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62248513 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 06:59:51 GMT

Nord Stream: Key Russian pipeline resumes pumping gas to Europe

There had been fears Moscow would not restart flows in response to sanctions over the Ukraine war. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-62249015?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA There had been fears Moscow would not restart flows in response to sanctions over the Ukraine war. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-62249015 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 06:55:45 GMT

Inflation pushes UK government interest costs to June record

Interest payments made on government debt hit the highest level on record for June as inflation surged. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62240775?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Interest payments made on government debt hit the highest level on record for June as inflation surged. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62240775 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 06:22:51 GMT

Baidu unveils new self-driving taxi in China

Baidu says its latest robo-taxi has the road skills of a driver with 20 years' experience. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-62237612?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Baidu says its latest robo-taxi has the road skills of a driver with 20 years' experience. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-62237612 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 02:06:59 GMT

US seizes stolen funds from suspected North Korean hackers

The Department of Justice has already returned ransom payments to two hospitals. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-62239638?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Department of Justice has already returned ransom payments to two hospitals. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-62239638 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 13:16:29 GMT

Tesla sells most of its Bitcoin holdings

The deal comes as the value of the cryptocurrency has plunged. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62246367?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The deal comes as the value of the cryptocurrency has plunged. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62246367 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 22:48:02 GMT

Government used P&O ferries despite condemning firm

The Ministry of Defence said it used the operator, which ministers criticised for sacking 800 staff. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62246415?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Ministry of Defence said it used the operator, which ministers criticised for sacking 800 staff. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62246415 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 22:28:43 GMT

Union suspends Heathrow refuelling staff strike

A three day strike from Thursday to Sunday by Heathrow Aviation Fuel Services staff is called off. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62240728?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A three day strike from Thursday to Sunday by Heathrow Aviation Fuel Services staff is called off. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62240728 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 17:17:37 GMT

Government approves Sizewell C nuclear power plant

The secretary of state grants approval for a new nuclear power plant on the Suffolk coast. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-suffolk-62235221?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The secretary of state grants approval for a new nuclear power plant on the Suffolk coast. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-suffolk-62235221 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 11:15:03 GMT

EU told to prepare for Russian gas shut-offs

Countries urged to cut use by 15% until March, with the target becoming mandatory if Russia halts supplies. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62230201?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Countries urged to cut use by 15% until March, with the target becoming mandatory if Russia halts supplies. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62230201 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 10:48:20 GMT

Samsung did not break rules over woman running at 2am advert

People complained that the "irresponsible" smart watch advert encouraged unsafe behaviour. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-62221314?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA People complained that the "irresponsible" smart watch advert encouraged unsafe behaviour. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-62221314 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 06:11:13 GMT

Trains cancelled and delayed after heatwave damage

Network Rail said no direct trains are running between London and Scotland as repair work continues. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62234461?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Network Rail said no direct trains are running between London and Scotland as repair work continues. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62234461 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 08:51:24 GMT

Petrol costs drives prices up at fastest rate for 40 years

UK inflation, the rate at which prices rise, edged up to 9.4% in the year to June up from 9.1% in May. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62233571?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA UK inflation, the rate at which prices rise, edged up to 9.4% in the year to June up from 9.1% in May. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62233571 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 06:04:01 GMT

Luxury brand Manolo Blahnik wins right to use own name in China

The UK-based luxury shoemaker has not operated in the world's second largest economy for over 20 years. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62232633?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The UK-based luxury shoemaker has not operated in the world's second largest economy for over 20 years. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62232633 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 04:07:27 GMT

Rogers outage: Why a network upgrade pushed millions in Canada offline

A Canadian telecoms giant is under pressure to ensure a network crash felt nationwide doesn't happen again. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-62174477?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A Canadian telecoms giant is under pressure to ensure a network crash felt nationwide doesn't happen again. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-62174477 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 01:06:34 GMT

'I looked at the prices in London...and chose Leeds'

Morten Toft Tech, founder of Meatless Farm, which makes plant-based meat alternative food, shares his business advice. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62222589?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Morten Toft Tech, founder of Meatless Farm, which makes plant-based meat alternative food, shares his business advice. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62222589 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 23:02:42 GMT

Why do companies get involved in social issues?

Firms are getting more vocal on social issues but why now and what do customers and employees want? URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62139217?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Firms are getting more vocal on social issues but why now and what do customers and employees want? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62139217 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 23:03:52 GMT

Twitter-Musk takeover dispute heading for October trial

Twitter hopes that the trial will end with a court order for Musk to complete a $44bn takeover bid. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-62058387?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Twitter hopes that the trial will end with a court order for Musk to complete a $44bn takeover bid. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-62058387 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 19:56:31 GMT

Netflix subscriber losses grow

The streaming giant saw subscribers fall by almost 1 million - not as much as feared. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62226912?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The streaming giant saw subscribers fall by almost 1 million - not as much as feared. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62226912 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 20:17:54 GMT

Bigger interest rate hikes on the table, says Bank boss

The Bank could raise rates by 0.5% at its next meeting in August, its boss Andrew Bailey will say. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62223722?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Bank could raise rates by 0.5% at its next meeting in August, its boss Andrew Bailey will say. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62223722 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 16:50:42 GMT

Royal Mail workers to go on strike over pay

More than 115,000 Royal Mail workers will walk out after members backed strike action on Tuesday. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62219565?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA More than 115,000 Royal Mail workers will walk out after members backed strike action on Tuesday. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62219565 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 15:08:42 GMT

Netflix expands plans to charge for shared accounts

The streaming service is looking for new ways to make money as growth slows. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62226905?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The streaming service is looking for new ways to make money as growth slows. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62226905 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 15:03:15 GMT

Sunscreen and ice cream sales soar for UK heatwave

Millions of pounds more will be spent on fans, paddling pools and water bottles, research suggests. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62173523?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Millions of pounds more will be spent on fans, paddling pools and water bottles, research suggests. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62173523 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 14:11:10 GMT

Price rises: Why a simple lunch is costing more in Asia-Pacific

From Singapore, to Seoul, to Sydney - how the cost of living affects lunch hour. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/62160733?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA From Singapore, to Seoul, to Sydney - how the cost of living affects lunch hour. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/62160733 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 23:38:04 GMT

Refuelling staff to stage three-day strike at Heathrow

Workers employed by Aviation Fuel Services will walk out on Thursday and down tools until Sunday. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62219559?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Workers employed by Aviation Fuel Services will walk out on Thursday and down tools until Sunday. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62219559 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 12:24:47 GMT

Rail 'do not travel' warning in extreme heat zone

Trains are cancelled and railway lines closed on what is set to be the UK's hottest day on record. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62219556?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Trains are cancelled and railway lines closed on what is set to be the UK's hottest day on record. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62219556 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 09:02:20 GMT

Payouts for victims of sweepstake with no winners

Thousands of victims enticed to pay a fee for a cash prize that never came will now get some good news. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62207022?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Thousands of victims enticed to pay a fee for a cash prize that never came will now get some good news. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62207022 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 08:08:39 GMT

Cost of living: Will this mean more home grown fruit and veg?

Rising prices for fruit and vegetables could mean more farm jobs and more people growing their own. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-62206677?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Rising prices for fruit and vegetables could mean more farm jobs and more people growing their own. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-62206677 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 05:19:54 GMT

Pay fails to keep up with rising prices

Regular pay is falling at the fastest rate on record when taking into account rising prices, the ONS says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62218706?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Regular pay is falling at the fastest rate on record when taking into account rising prices, the ONS says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62218706 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 06:27:51 GMT

Tourists stuck in China resort city after Covid lockdown

Concerns are growing about the impact of China's "zero-Covid" policy on its economy. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62217460?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Concerns are growing about the impact of China's "zero-Covid" policy on its economy. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62217460 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 04:58:05 GMT

Amazon targets 10,000 fake review Facebook groups

The groups were offering refunds for products purchased on Amazon once reviews had been posted. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-62214752?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The groups were offering refunds for products purchased on Amazon once reviews had been posted. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-62214752 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 04:13:21 GMT

Public sector pay: Millions of workers await deal decision

NHS staff, teachers, police and the armed forces are to find out details of this year's wage rise. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62206733?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA NHS staff, teachers, police and the armed forces are to find out details of this year's wage rise. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62206733 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 23:47:16 GMT

Holiday childcare costs: ‘It’s not worth going to work’

New research finds that holiday childcare costs have risen by 5% in the last year. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62209941?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA New research finds that holiday childcare costs have risen by 5% in the last year. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62209941 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 23:08:11 GMT

Inflation will be brought under control - Zahawi

The government will deliver "sound public finances", the new chancellor will say in a speech. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62215079?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The government will deliver "sound public finances", the new chancellor will say in a speech. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62215079 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 21:55:41 GMT

Uber to pay $2.2m to disabled riders over wait fees

The move settles claims that its wait time fees discriminated against passengers with disabilities. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62214567?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The move settles claims that its wait time fees discriminated against passengers with disabilities. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62214567 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 20:14:12 GMT

Russia hits Google with fine for 'illegal content'

Russian regulator says the content included "fake" reports that discredited Russia's military. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62214564?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Russian regulator says the content included "fake" reports that discredited Russia's military. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62214564 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 18:09:02 GMT

UK interest rates could top 2%, Bank policymaker says

Michael Saunders says action is needed to cool inflation now to avoid being "too little too late". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62213981?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Michael Saunders says action is needed to cool inflation now to avoid being "too little too late". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62213981 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 17:53:00 GMT

Electricity market review to provide cheaper prices

The government is considering options to reform how the price of electricity is set. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62208232?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The government is considering options to reform how the price of electricity is set. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62208232 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 15:19:31 GMT

Petrol prices drop from record high, says AA

The motoring group says falling wholesale costs could lead to £10 off a tank within a fortnight. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62209927?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The motoring group says falling wholesale costs could lead to £10 off a tank within a fortnight. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62209927 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 13:53:21 GMT

H&M to sell off stock before leaving Russia

The world's second-biggest retailer says it is impossible to do business due to the war in Ukraine. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62203816?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The world's second-biggest retailer says it is impossible to do business due to the war in Ukraine. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62203816 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 11:42:41 GMT

Young people cut back on video streaming services

The rise in the cost of living has led to more people cutting their subscription services. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62057950?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The rise in the cost of living has led to more people cutting their subscription services. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62057950 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 11:05:55 GMT

Speed limits on railways over track buckling fears

Record temperatures could affect the safety of steel tracks which expand in the heat, Network Rail says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62203809?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Record temperatures could affect the safety of steel tracks which expand in the heat, Network Rail says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62203809 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 07:19:06 GMT

Why Bollywood is struggling to beat pandemic blues

Several big-ticket films in 2022 have failed at the box office, leaving producers confused. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-62145780?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Several big-ticket films in 2022 have failed at the box office, leaving producers confused. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-62145780 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 23:53:47 GMT

Starbucks explores UK business sale, reports say

The world's biggest coffee chain has been hit hard by lockdown measures and changing customer habits. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62202411?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The world's biggest coffee chain has been hit hard by lockdown measures and changing customer habits. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62202411 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 03:47:29 GMT

Sri Lanka crisis is a warning to other Asian nations

Rising interest rates are making debt repayment costlier, putting Asian emerging markets at risk of default. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61976928?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Rising interest rates are making debt repayment costlier, putting Asian emerging markets at risk of default. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61976928 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 23:59:34 GMT

Firms 'going to war' against rivals on social media

The boss of a high-tech monitoring company says some retailers are spreading lies about competitors. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62161520?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The boss of a high-tech monitoring company says some retailers are spreading lies about competitors. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62161520 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 23:10:08 GMT

UK set to have world's biggest automated drone superhighway

Reading, Cambridge and Rugby are among the places set to be connected by drones. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-62177614?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Reading, Cambridge and Rugby are among the places set to be connected by drones. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-62177614 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 23:46:40 GMT

How to find food banks and community shops this summer

Charities are using Google Maps and other social media to alert people to food clubs and community shops. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62034982?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Charities are using Google Maps and other social media to alert people to food clubs and community shops. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62034982 Thu, 14 Jul 2022 23:12:11 GMT

Amazon price matches Tesco as supermarkets fight for customers

The move by the online giant comes as supermarkets battle for shoppers amid the soaring cost of living URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62197914?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The move by the online giant comes as supermarkets battle for shoppers amid the soaring cost of living https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62197914 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 23:01:47 GMT

Cutting UK taxes now would be a mistake, says IMF

Tax cuts could be misguided and might boost inflation by strengthening spending, a top IMF official says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62168489?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Tax cuts could be misguided and might boost inflation by strengthening spending, a top IMF official says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62168489 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 23:02:10 GMT

Union calls for heat limit law in workplaces

The GMB says workers need protection as a red warning for extreme heat in parts of England is due to begin. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62197921?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The GMB says workers need protection as a red warning for extreme heat in parts of England is due to begin. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62197921 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 20:29:29 GMT

M&S scraps 'best before' dates on fruit and veg to cut food waste

The High Street giant becomes the latest food retailer to take action to stop food being binned at home. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62199657?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The High Street giant becomes the latest food retailer to take action to stop food being binned at home. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62199657 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 15:50:24 GMT

Farnborough Airshow: Aerospace deals set to fly

Airbus and Boeing go head to head for deals as sustainability takes centre stage, while defence firms focus on the Ukraine effect. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62178071?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Airbus and Boeing go head to head for deals as sustainability takes centre stage, while defence firms focus on the Ukraine effect. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62178071 Sat, 16 Jul 2022 23:07:28 GMT