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Dame Alison Rose: Why did the government get involved?

"De-banking" was on ministers' radar before the row that led to the downfall of Dame Alison Rose. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66311280?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA "De-banking" was on ministers' radar before the row that led to the downfall of Dame Alison Rose. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66311280 Wed, 26 Jul 2023 08:48:21 GMT

Pan Gongsheng: Who is the new boss of China's central bank?

Pan Gongsheng succeeds Yi Gang, who has been governor of the People's Bank of China since 2018. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66309002?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Pan Gongsheng succeeds Yi Gang, who has been governor of the People's Bank of China since 2018. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66309002 Wed, 26 Jul 2023 04:42:51 GMT

Child Trust Funds: Nearly a million accounts not accessed

MPs criticise HMRC over "failure" to keep young people informed about their Child Trust Funds maturing. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66308852?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA MPs criticise HMRC over "failure" to keep young people informed about their Child Trust Funds maturing. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66308852 Wed, 26 Jul 2023 04:20:44 GMT

NatWest boss Dame Alison Rose to step down after row over Nigel Farage account

The bank's chief executive is to quit after coming under pressure in row over Nigel Farage account. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66309080?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The bank's chief executive is to quit after coming under pressure in row over Nigel Farage account. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66309080 Wed, 26 Jul 2023 01:33:48 GMT

Why is technology not making us more productive?

We are in the midst of a technological revolution, but productivity has not improved. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66233654?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA We are in the midst of a technological revolution, but productivity has not improved. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66233654 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 23:05:23 GMT

Renting reforms needed now not later, say charities

A group of charities wants the government to speed up plans to overhaul private renting in England. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-66250581?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A group of charities wants the government to speed up plans to overhaul private renting in England. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-66250581 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 23:52:20 GMT

Renters compete with 20 others in battle to find a home

Requests to view each rental property have more than tripled in four years as competition rises. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66246223?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Requests to view each rental property have more than tripled in four years as competition rises. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66246223 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 23:54:32 GMT

Joe Lewis: Tottenham Hotspur owner charged over alleged insider trading

British billionaire Joe Lewis is indicted in the US over an alleged insider trading scheme. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66274633?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA British billionaire Joe Lewis is indicted in the US over an alleged insider trading scheme. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66274633 Wed, 26 Jul 2023 00:01:05 GMT

Travel recovery to boost global economy, says IMF

World economy expected to grow 3% this year but inflation and interest rates pose risk, says IMF. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66308279?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA World economy expected to grow 3% this year but inflation and interest rates pose risk, says IMF. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66308279 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 22:42:42 GMT

Chancellor has concerns as NatWest boss Dame Alison Rose admits 'serious error'

Dame Alison Rose admitted a "serious error" in talking about Nigel Farage's relationship with its private banking arm Coutts. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66308627?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Dame Alison Rose admitted a "serious error" in talking about Nigel Farage's relationship with its private banking arm Coutts. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66308627 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 21:47:31 GMT

UPS reaches deal with union Teamsters to avert strike

The agreement raises starting pay for part-time staff to $21 (£16.31) an hour. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66306882?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The agreement raises starting pay for part-time staff to $21 (£16.31) an hour. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66306882 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:59:40 GMT

Nigel Farage: NatWest boss admits 'serious' error in bank closure row

Dame Alison Rose said she was "wrong" to respond to BBC questions about his bank account being closed. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66307353?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Dame Alison Rose said she was "wrong" to respond to BBC questions about his bank account being closed. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66307353 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 17:10:01 GMT

Rare Apple computer trainers on sale for $50,000

The iconic pair were a limited edition made in the 1990's only for employees. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66290382?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The iconic pair were a limited edition made in the 1990's only for employees. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66290382 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 14:48:04 GMT

Petrol and diesel car ban immovable, says Michael Gove

The government is facing calls from senior Tories to ditch what they see as unpopular green policies. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66301051?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The government is facing calls from senior Tories to ditch what they see as unpopular green policies. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66301051 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 12:23:38 GMT

Twitter headquarters left with half a sign as police interrupt

The microblogging firm pauses removal of its name at San Francisco HQ after changing its brand to X. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66300107?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The microblogging firm pauses removal of its name at San Francisco HQ after changing its brand to X. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66300107 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 12:39:31 GMT

Marmite maker Unilever's sales soar after hiking prices

The consumer goods giant reports growth based almost entirely on lifting its prices. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66299138?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The consumer goods giant reports growth based almost entirely on lifting its prices. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66299138 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 11:12:26 GMT

Virgin Media O2 to slash up to 2,000 UK jobs

The roles will go by the end of this year, with the company acknowledging it could be a "difficult" time. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66298892?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The roles will go by the end of this year, with the company acknowledging it could be a "difficult" time. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66298892 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 07:54:04 GMT

TikTok: Chinese platform challenges X and Threads with text-only posts

The Chinese-owned app says the new function gives users "another way to express themselves". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66297595?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Chinese-owned app says the new function gives users "another way to express themselves". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66297595 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 05:03:30 GMT

Bayer: Weedkiller maker to take $2.8bn hit as sales fall

The German firm has set aside more than $15bn to settle potential lawsuits linking Roundup to cancer. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66297589?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The German firm has set aside more than $15bn to settle potential lawsuits linking Roundup to cancer. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66297589 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 03:48:49 GMT

Is Elon Musk right to ditch the Twitter logo?

Rebrands can pay off - but it's a risky move. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66296468?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Rebrands can pay off - but it's a risky move. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66296468 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 01:43:30 GMT

Reports of modern slavery double in UK care sector

A victim paid just £2 an hour describes her ordeal as investigators make the care industry a "top priority". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66260064?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A victim paid just £2 an hour describes her ordeal as investigators make the care industry a "top priority". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66260064 Mon, 24 Jul 2023 23:29:13 GMT

Worldcoin: Sam Altman launches eyeball scanning crypto coin

Thousands of people scan their irises on first official launch day of "dystopian" crypto project. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66128111?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Thousands of people scan their irises on first official launch day of "dystopian" crypto project. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66128111 Mon, 24 Jul 2023 23:03:52 GMT

Spotify raises premium subscription price for millions

For the first time since 2011, Spotify confirms a price hike for about 200m ad-free subscribers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66297120?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA For the first time since 2011, Spotify confirms a price hike for about 200m ad-free subscribers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66297120 Mon, 24 Jul 2023 21:25:53 GMT

UK venture capital firms failing to invest in women and minorities, say MPs

The venture capital industry comes under fire from MPs over lack of diversity in investments. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66289715?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The venture capital industry comes under fire from MPs over lack of diversity in investments. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66289715 Mon, 24 Jul 2023 16:48:36 GMT

'I feel manipulated’: The 'debt help' ads targeting struggling mums​​

Social media posts are targeting people in problem debt with a product that could leave them worse off. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66205669?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Social media posts are targeting people in problem debt with a product that could leave them worse off. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66205669 Mon, 24 Jul 2023 15:56:57 GMT

Will writing and 'quickie' divorces to be investigated

The UK's competition watchdog is to investigate unregulated legal services following consumer complaints. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66288118?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The UK's competition watchdog is to investigate unregulated legal services following consumer complaints. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66288118 Mon, 24 Jul 2023 13:51:19 GMT

Greece fires: What are holidaymakers' rights?

Some airlines are continuing to fly to the islands but can you cancel your flight and get a refund? URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66288521?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Some airlines are continuing to fly to the islands but can you cancel your flight and get a refund? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66288521 Mon, 24 Jul 2023 09:53:40 GMT

Can houseplants purify the air in your home?

Research shows that house plants don't make much difference to air quality. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66186492?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Research shows that house plants don't make much difference to air quality. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66186492 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 23:16:05 GMT

Barbie breaks box office records in US

Barbie has the year's most successful opening weekend for a film in the US and Canada, making $155m. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66285161?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Barbie has the year's most successful opening weekend for a film in the US and Canada, making $155m. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66285161 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 18:10:11 GMT

Elon Musk: Time to say goodbye to Twitter logo

The Twitter owner says he wants to replace the logo with an "X". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66284304?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Twitter owner says he wants to replace the logo with an "X". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66284304 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 15:08:16 GMT

Unilever will let Russia employees be conscripted

The Cornetto maker says it will comply with Russian law to permit staff to be conscripted. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66274358?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Cornetto maker says it will comply with Russian law to permit staff to be conscripted. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66274358 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 13:28:00 GMT

Treasury to meet bank bosses over Farage row

Minister calls meeting with 19 banks over concerns accounts are closed due to political views. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66274359?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Minister calls meeting with 19 banks over concerns accounts are closed due to political views. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66274359 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 11:32:13 GMT

UK inflation and interest rates high - how do other economies compare?

UK inflation and interest rates are high but if you include growth, jobs and taxes its a mixed picture. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66269947?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA UK inflation and interest rates are high but if you include growth, jobs and taxes its a mixed picture. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66269947 Sat, 22 Jul 2023 23:59:56 GMT

Merthyr Tydfil: Ffos-y-Fran mine accused of licence breach

Ffos-y-Fran produces two-thirds of the UK's coal and was supposed to close in September. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-66270624?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Ffos-y-Fran produces two-thirds of the UK's coal and was supposed to close in September. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-66270624 Sat, 22 Jul 2023 20:53:00 GMT

More children can use passport e-gates after UK rule change

The expansion of the service is expected to benefit over 400,000 children this year. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66273330?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The expansion of the service is expected to benefit over 400,000 children this year. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66273330 Sat, 22 Jul 2023 00:31:39 GMT

What does the scrapping of a wind farm plan mean for UK renewable energy?

Vattenfall stops work on the Norfolk Boreas offshore wind farm over soaring costs. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-norfolk-66267860?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Vattenfall stops work on the Norfolk Boreas offshore wind farm over soaring costs. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-norfolk-66267860 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 21:33:34 GMT

Nigel Farage row sparks hundreds of NatWest personal data requests

The BBC understands the bank has seen an increase in the number of requests for personal data. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66272594?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The BBC understands the bank has seen an increase in the number of requests for personal data. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66272594 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:14:03 GMT

Seven AI companies agree to safeguards in the US

White House says it's a 'critical step' towards the responsible development of the technology. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66271429?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA White House says it's a 'critical step' towards the responsible development of the technology. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66271429 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 14:21:13 GMT

Ulez: What is it and why is its expansion controversial?

What is London's Ultra Low Emission Zone and why is its expansion being discussed? URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66268073?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA What is London's Ultra Low Emission Zone and why is its expansion being discussed? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66268073 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:31:47 GMT

McDonald's sets up investigation unit after abuse claims

The fast-food chain's UK boss said allegations uncovered by the BBC are "shocking". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66265453?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The fast-food chain's UK boss said allegations uncovered by the BBC are "shocking". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66265453 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 08:52:23 GMT

Government borrowing falls to £18.5bn in June

Public finances are boosted by tax receipts and lower interest payments but figures remain high. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66265452?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Public finances are boosted by tax receipts and lower interest payments but figures remain high. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66265452 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 06:22:01 GMT

TSMC: Chip giant delays Arizona production in blow to Biden

Taiwan-based TSMC says semiconductors manufacturing at its Arizona plant will no longer begin in 2024. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66264392?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Taiwan-based TSMC says semiconductors manufacturing at its Arizona plant will no longer begin in 2024. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66264392 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 03:38:43 GMT

Brazil's Embraer plans to build electric flying taxi factory near Sao Paolo

Embraer says it will build electric aircraft with hopes they will take flight from 2026. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-66264229?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Embraer says it will build electric aircraft with hopes they will take flight from 2026. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-66264229 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 01:02:13 GMT

AI will 'lead to more games being made and more jobs'

Games have been using forms of AI for years, but what does the industry think of the latest tech? URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-66058906?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Games have been using forms of AI for years, but what does the industry think of the latest tech? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-66058906 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 23:47:30 GMT

Alison Rose: The bank boss caught up in the Nigel Farage row

The NatWest Group chief executive in the eye of the storm over Nigel Farage's personal bank accounts. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66256912?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The NatWest Group chief executive in the eye of the storm over Nigel Farage's personal bank accounts. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66256912 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 21:32:17 GMT

Virgin Money to shut a third of its UK bank branches

The firm says 255 workers will be at risk of redundancy. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66259277?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The firm says 255 workers will be at risk of redundancy. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66259277 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 17:00:00 GMT

New rules to force banks to explain account closures

The government will make it more difficult for banks to close accounts after Nigel Farage row. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66258137?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The government will make it more difficult for banks to close accounts after Nigel Farage row. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66258137 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 16:19:48 GMT

India bans rice shipments to curb price rises

The country has struggling with a surge in food prices after bad weather damaged crops. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66260414?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The country has struggling with a surge in food prices after bad weather damaged crops. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66260414 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 15:09:33 GMT

Mobile roaming charges: Ofcom proposes new rules to curb fees

Ofcom says mobile networks would have to tell people when they are going to be charged. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66256470?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Ofcom says mobile networks would have to tell people when they are going to be charged. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66256470 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 12:13:18 GMT

Mortgage rates fall for first time in two months

The Bank of England is not expected to raise interest rates as quickly after inflation slowed. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66256911?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Bank of England is not expected to raise interest rates as quickly after inflation slowed. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66256911 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 10:41:32 GMT

Banks threat to licences over Farage account row

Banks could face conditions on their licences after Nigel Farage said his account was shut over his views. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66254596?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Banks could face conditions on their licences after Nigel Farage said his account was shut over his views. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66254596 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 09:50:20 GMT

Premier Foods will not raise prices for rest of year

The maker of Mr Kipling cakes says it believes recent input cost inflation is "past its peak". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66254942?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The maker of Mr Kipling cakes says it believes recent input cost inflation is "past its peak". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66254942 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 08:54:55 GMT

Supermarkets urged to make pricing clearer to help shoppers

UK competition watchdog said unclear pricing could be hampering shoppers' ability to spot deals. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66256240?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA UK competition watchdog said unclear pricing could be hampering shoppers' ability to spot deals. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66256240 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 09:06:33 GMT

Netflix ends password sharing in 'big market' India

Only users from a single household will be able to use an account, the streaming giant has said. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-66253656?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Only users from a single household will be able to use an account, the streaming giant has said. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-66253656 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 05:49:02 GMT

Elon Musk: Tesla may cut prices again in 'turbulent times'

The company reported that its profit margins have been squeezed as it faces tough competition. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66253044?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The company reported that its profit margins have been squeezed as it faces tough competition. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66253044 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 04:13:13 GMT

Ukraine war: Wheat prices soar after Russia warns shipping

Russia announces it will treat ships heading for Ukrainian ports as potential military targets. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66253143?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Russia announces it will treat ships heading for Ukrainian ports as potential military targets. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66253143 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 03:21:45 GMT

AI: Digital artist's work copied more times than Picasso

Greg Rutkowski is among the artists calling for more protection from artificial intelligence tools. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-66099850?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Greg Rutkowski is among the artists calling for more protection from artificial intelligence tools. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-66099850 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 22:02:14 GMT

Artificial intelligence: Experts propose guidelines for safe systems

A new voluntary framework has the backing of hundreds of experts around the world. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66225855?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A new voluntary framework has the backing of hundreds of experts around the world. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66225855 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 23:06:45 GMT

Rail ticket office closure plan gets 100,000 replies

RMT members at 14 train companies will walk out on Thursday, while train drivers in the Aslef union continue an overtime ban. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66204731?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA RMT members at 14 train companies will walk out on Thursday, while train drivers in the Aslef union continue an overtime ban. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66204731 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 23:02:21 GMT

AI: Workers need more protection - TUC union

The warning comes as Octopus Energy's boss says customers prefer emails written by AI over humans. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66248125?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The warning comes as Octopus Energy's boss says customers prefer emails written by AI over humans. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66248125 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 23:05:41 GMT

Netflix password crackdown pays off in new subscribers

The streaming giant has been hunting for ways to re-ignite growth. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66240390?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The streaming giant has been hunting for ways to re-ignite growth. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66240390 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 20:37:08 GMT

Sunak: McDonald's staff should use complaints process

Workers with harassment allegations should go through the firm's complaints process, Rishi Sunak said. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66247184?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Workers with harassment allegations should go through the firm's complaints process, Rishi Sunak said. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66247184 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 18:07:33 GMT

Nigel Farage launches fresh attack over Coutts bank closure

The ex-UK Independence Party leader accuses the BBC of falling for "spin", saying his account was closed due to his views. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66247057?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The ex-UK Independence Party leader accuses the BBC of falling for "spin", saying his account was closed due to his views. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66247057 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 17:57:13 GMT

Fast grocery firms doomed by French dark store ban

Hampered by hostile new regulations, firms that promised instant grocery deliveries are leaving France. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66250163?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Hampered by hostile new regulations, firms that promised instant grocery deliveries are leaving France. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66250163 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 16:14:16 GMT

UK set to amend encrypted message scanning plans

Proposed new privacy safeguard for planned powers to scan encrypted messages for child abuse images. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66240006?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Proposed new privacy safeguard for planned powers to scan encrypted messages for child abuse images. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66240006 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 14:52:20 GMT

Rents rise at fastest rate for eight years

Costs for tenants have jumped again but house prices grew more slowly in May, figures show. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66244990?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Costs for tenants have jumped again but house prices grew more slowly in May, figures show. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66244990 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 11:07:14 GMT

Facebook-owner Meta exec Nick Clegg claims AI 'quite stupid'

Meta's president of global affairs Sir Nick Clegg has downplayed the risks of the current technology. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66238004?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Meta's president of global affairs Sir Nick Clegg has downplayed the risks of the current technology. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66238004 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 09:04:41 GMT

UK inflation falls to lowest level in more than a year

The rate of price rises in the UK fell to 7.9% in June, down from 8.7% the previous month. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66237492?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The rate of price rises in the UK fell to 7.9% in June, down from 8.7% the previous month. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66237492 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 06:15:12 GMT

Russia: Chechen agriculture minister to run seized Danone unit

Yakub Zakriev is a deputy prime minister and the agriculture minister of the Russian republic of Chechnya. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66241315?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Yakub Zakriev is a deputy prime minister and the agriculture minister of the Russian republic of Chechnya. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66241315 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 05:13:25 GMT

Lean times hit the vertical farming business

Vertical farms are going through a tough period - do the hi-tech indoor farms have a future? URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66173872?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Vertical farms are going through a tough period - do the hi-tech indoor farms have a future? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66173872 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 23:01:47 GMT

Why some celebrities are embracing Artificial Intelligence deepfakes

Concerns over the impact of AI are partly behind the first Hollywood actors' strike in 43 years. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65995089?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Concerns over the impact of AI are partly behind the first Hollywood actors' strike in 43 years. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65995089 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 23:08:13 GMT

McDonald's: Fresh harassment claims surface after BBC probe

Dozens more former and current staff allege they faced bullying and harassment at the fast food chain. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66231412?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Dozens more former and current staff allege they faced bullying and harassment at the fast food chain. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66231412 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 23:05:22 GMT

Nigel Farage: Coutts document 'shows bank account shut over my views'

Nigel Farage says he obtained a copy of a report by the bank's wealth reputational risk committee. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66240298?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Nigel Farage says he obtained a copy of a report by the bank's wealth reputational risk committee. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66240298 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:57:33 GMT

Jaguar Land Rover-owner to build UK battery factory in Somerset

Jaguar Land Rover-owner, Tata, is going ahead with plans for a multi-billion-pound factory in Somerset. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66237935?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Jaguar Land Rover-owner, Tata, is going ahead with plans for a multi-billion-pound factory in Somerset. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66237935 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 16:26:28 GMT

McDonald's sexual abuse claims 'deeply concerning' - PM spokesman

The comments comes after 100 current and recent workers tell the BBC about sexual assault, harassment and racism. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66231131?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The comments comes after 100 current and recent workers tell the BBC about sexual assault, harassment and racism. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66231131 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 12:58:02 GMT

VanMoof: E-bike firm goes bust after Covid boom

The brothers who founded the Dutch electric bike-maker, said they were unable to save the firm. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/66232252?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The brothers who founded the Dutch electric bike-maker, said they were unable to save the firm. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/66232252 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 11:50:55 GMT

Banks warned over 'weak excuses' for savings rates

The financial regulator also says it will look closely at close to zero interest rates for loyal savers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66232442?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The financial regulator also says it will look closely at close to zero interest rates for loyal savers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66232442 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 09:45:24 GMT

Food price growth slows for fourth month, say shops

Shoppers are spending more on promotions to save money but overall inflation remains "high". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66228386?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Shoppers are spending more on promotions to save money but overall inflation remains "high". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66228386 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 07:06:08 GMT

McDonald's abuse: MeToo hasn’t helped these teenage workers

Six years on from the Weinstein scandal, McDonald's workers say they face a hostile environment. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66019674?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Six years on from the Weinstein scandal, McDonald's workers say they face a hostile environment. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66019674 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 04:00:24 GMT

McDonald's abuse claims as 100 workers speak out

More than 100 current and recent McDonald's workers tell the BBC about sexual assault, harassment and racism. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65388445?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA More than 100 current and recent McDonald's workers tell the BBC about sexual assault, harassment and racism. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65388445 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 03:58:55 GMT

Evergrande: Crisis-hit Chinese property giant reveals $81bn loss

The embattled Chinese property giant has reported its long overdue earnings for 2021 and 2022. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66229701?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The embattled Chinese property giant has reported its long overdue earnings for 2021 and 2022. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66229701 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 03:28:58 GMT

AI in dance music: What do DJs and producers think of it?

With software getting better and venues cutting budgets, could AI replace DJs and producers? URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-66174723?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA With software getting better and venues cutting budgets, could AI replace DJs and producers? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-66174723 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 00:22:19 GMT

Burnt out or jobless - meet China's 'full-time children'

Gruelling work hours and a dismal job market are forcing young Chinese to make unusual choices. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-66172192?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Gruelling work hours and a dismal job market are forcing young Chinese to make unusual choices. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-66172192 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 22:39:11 GMT

Is the worst over for Sri Lanka's economic crisis?

A year after the start of the crisis, life looks normal in Colombo but is the country out of the woods? URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-66219215?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A year after the start of the crisis, life looks normal in Colombo but is the country out of the woods? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-66219215 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 23:21:25 GMT

Swatch sues Malaysia over Pride watch seizures

The move comes after officials impounded 172 watches worth £10,700 from its rainbow-coloured Pride collection. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-66226499?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The move comes after officials impounded 172 watches worth £10,700 from its rainbow-coloured Pride collection. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-66226499 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 15:51:19 GMT

How brands hope to tempt you with videos on labels

Companies are using augmented reality labels on their products to share videos and animations. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66166552?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Companies are using augmented reality labels on their products to share videos and animations. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66166552 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 23:04:17 GMT

Warning summer childcare nearly £1,000 per child

A British family will pay on average £943 for six weeks of holiday childcare for a school-age child, a charity has found. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66193974?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A British family will pay on average £943 for six weeks of holiday childcare for a school-age child, a charity has found. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66193974 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 23:00:29 GMT

Shell plans to demolish landmark former Aberdeen headquarters

The energy giant was based at the landmark Aberdeen site from 1973 but moved to the city centre. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-north-east-orkney-shetland-66222543?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The energy giant was based at the landmark Aberdeen site from 1973 but moved to the city centre. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-north-east-orkney-shetland-66222543 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 12:36:56 GMT

Visa rules eased for building and fishing industry

Construction workers and fishermen now face lower fees and requirements to qualify for skilled worker visas. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66224588?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Construction workers and fishermen now face lower fees and requirements to qualify for skilled worker visas. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66224588 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 14:18:31 GMT

Amazon staff at Rugeley vote for strike action over pay

Workers in Coventry are already taking strike action over pay and Rugeley staff could be joining them. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-stoke-staffordshire-66223153?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Workers in Coventry are already taking strike action over pay and Rugeley staff could be joining them. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-stoke-staffordshire-66223153 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 12:58:10 GMT

Apple iPhone from 2007 sells for $190,000 at auction

The rare first-edition, unopened 4GB model sold for almost 400 times its original value. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66222296?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The rare first-edition, unopened 4GB model sold for almost 400 times its original value. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66222296 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 12:09:11 GMT

Post Office scandal: Compensation scheme has some holes, says inquiry

The head of an inquiry into the scandal calls for action to stop compensation payments being delayed. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66221054?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The head of an inquiry into the scandal calls for action to stop compensation payments being delayed. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66221054 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 11:00:59 GMT

Water firm lost £17m due to extreme weather

South East Water says it has lost about £17m in the year to the end of March due to extreme weather. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn029vep69yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA South East Water says it has lost about £17m in the year to the end of March due to extreme weather. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn029vep69yo Mon, 17 Jul 2023 07:50:55 GMT

Carbon-free flights promised 'within two years'

A company is testing an aircraft engine that emits no CO2, and says it will be commercially available in 2025. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-bristol-66205965?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A company is testing an aircraft engine that emits no CO2, and says it will be commercially available in 2025. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-bristol-66205965 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 05:01:43 GMT

Protecting UK jobs will be a challenge says new AI advisor

Ian Hogarth said it was inevitable that more jobs would become increasingly automated. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66128106?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Ian Hogarth said it was inevitable that more jobs would become increasingly automated. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66128106 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 04:44:23 GMT

China youth unemployment hits high as recovery falters

The jobless rate of 16 to 24 year olds in urban areas rose to 21.3% last month, official figures show. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66219007?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The jobless rate of 16 to 24 year olds in urban areas rose to 21.3% last month, official figures show. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66219007 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 04:33:05 GMT

Russia seizes control of Danone and Carlsberg operations

Under a new order, the Danone and Carslberg units have been put in "temporary management" of the state. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66218999?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Under a new order, the Danone and Carslberg units have been put in "temporary management" of the state. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66218999 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 02:51:35 GMT

Nigeria's so-called tax collectors: Menacing and mafia-like

The tax system is opaque - and abused, with politicians and private citizens lining their pockets. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-66152708?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The tax system is opaque - and abused, with politicians and private citizens lining their pockets. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-66152708 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 23:54:28 GMT

Fuel retailers urged to back government price sharing scheme

The energy secretary is asking supermarkets and petrol stations to publish prices to aid competition. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66214934?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The energy secretary is asking supermarkets and petrol stations to publish prices to aid competition. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66214934 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 23:00:58 GMT

Twitter loses nearly half ad revenue since Musk takeover

Elon Musk confirms the firm has a heavy debt load and income in June was not what had been expected. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66217641?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Elon Musk confirms the firm has a heavy debt load and income in June was not what had been expected. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66217641 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 21:35:51 GMT

Call of Duty battle over after Sony deal with Microsoft

Sony agrees deal with tech giant to keep franchise on PlayStation as Activision buyout moves step closer. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66217632?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Sony agrees deal with tech giant to keep franchise on PlayStation as Activision buyout moves step closer. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66217632 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 16:56:58 GMT