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Joe Biden makes history by joining UAW picket line

Mr Biden joins striking workers in Michigan, telling them they "deserve" wage raises and concessions. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66926060?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Mr Biden joins striking workers in Michigan, telling them they "deserve" wage raises and concessions. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66926060 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 18:23:21 GMT

Disinformation most active on X, formerly known as Twitter, EU says

A European Commission report says the network has the most disinformation of six large social networks. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66926080?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A European Commission report says the network has the most disinformation of six large social networks. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66926080 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 18:11:24 GMT

JP Morgan settles Epstein lawsuits with US Virgin Islands and Jes Staley

It will pay the US Virgin Islands to resolve a lawsuit over its alleged ties with the convicted sex offender. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66925934?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA It will pay the US Virgin Islands to resolve a lawsuit over its alleged ties with the convicted sex offender. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66925934 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 17:37:39 GMT

Two French supermarkets to sell fuel at cost price

Carrefour and E.Leclerc are holding down the price of petrol and diesel to help people cope with inflation. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66927116?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Carrefour and E.Leclerc are holding down the price of petrol and diesel to help people cope with inflation. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66927116 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 17:29:46 GMT

Amazon: US accuses online giant of illegal monopoly

The Federal Trade Commission alleges Amazon uses "unfair" and "illegal" strategies to keep power. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66920137?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Federal Trade Commission alleges Amazon uses "unfair" and "illegal" strategies to keep power. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66920137 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 17:23:04 GMT

Reddit to begin paying people for popular posts

The social media site will split revenue with contributors who are awarded "gold" by other users. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66925550?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The social media site will split revenue with contributors who are awarded "gold" by other users. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66925550 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 14:29:06 GMT

Iceland boss retracts HIV needle staff attack claim

Richard Walker says sorry for alleging shop workers contracted HIV from assaults with infected needles. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66925287?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Richard Walker says sorry for alleging shop workers contracted HIV from assaults with infected needles. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66925287 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 13:24:36 GMT

Galaxy chocolate bar size shrinks but price rises

Mars says making the bar smaller was "necessary" because of higher costs such as raw materials. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66924100?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Mars says making the bar smaller was "necessary" because of higher costs such as raw materials. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66924100 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 12:51:02 GMT

HS2: Scrapping Manchester link would be very stupid, says ex-rail chief

Former Strategic Rail Authority boss says cancelling the leg to Manchester would hurt other projects. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66922028?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Former Strategic Rail Authority boss says cancelling the leg to Manchester would hurt other projects. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66922028 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 09:42:11 GMT

Water firms forced to pay back customers for poor performance

Ofwat orders companies to return £114m to households by cutting bills after missing targets. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66922070?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Ofwat orders companies to return £114m to households by cutting bills after missing targets. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66922070 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 07:35:53 GMT

Evergrande shares slide as mainland unit misses debt payment

Several current and former executives have been detained says Chinese business wire Caixin. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66920878?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Several current and former executives have been detained says Chinese business wire Caixin. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66920878 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 05:45:33 GMT

US-China rivalry spurs investment in space tech

The race to get back to the moon is fuelling US investment in private sector space firms. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66753675?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The race to get back to the moon is fuelling US investment in private sector space firms. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66753675 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 23:14:11 GMT

Spotify will not ban AI-made music, says boss

In a rare interview, Spotify boss Daniel Ek talks to the BBC about AI, regulation and Harry and Meghan. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66882414?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA In a rare interview, Spotify boss Daniel Ek talks to the BBC about AI, regulation and Harry and Meghan. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66882414 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 23:33:53 GMT

Farmers turn to tech as bees struggle to pollinate

With bee populations struggling, mechanical pollination may be increasingly needed as a back-up. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66807456?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA With bee populations struggling, mechanical pollination may be increasingly needed as a back-up. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66807456 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 23:06:34 GMT

Warning sick days at highest level for decade

Workers are taking more days off due to stress, Covid and the cost-of living crisis, research suggests. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66883087?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Workers are taking more days off due to stress, Covid and the cost-of living crisis, research suggests. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66883087 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 23:00:05 GMT

Gatwick cancels some flights over Covid air traffic shortage

The airport will cancel about 3% of flights over the coming week due to ill air traffic controllers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66917138?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The airport will cancel about 3% of flights over the coming week due to ill air traffic controllers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66917138 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 16:43:08 GMT

Metaverse: What happened to Mark Zuckerberg's next big thing?

Two years ago, the metaverse was billed as the next big thing - but many in the tech world have already moved on. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66913551?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Two years ago, the metaverse was billed as the next big thing - but many in the tech world have already moved on. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66913551 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 16:02:36 GMT

Nissan to go all-electric by 2030 despite petrol ban delay

The carmaker moves ahead with its plan despite delays to the UK's ban on new petrol and diesel cars. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66915440?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The carmaker moves ahead with its plan despite delays to the UK's ban on new petrol and diesel cars. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66915440 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 13:13:31 GMT

HS2: What is the route and why could part of it be cancelled?

The high-speed railway between London, the Midlands and North of England could be scaled back. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-16473296?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The high-speed railway between London, the Midlands and North of England could be scaled back. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-16473296 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 12:06:33 GMT

Lego axes plan to make bricks from recycled bottles

The toy giant said it had found that the new material did not cut carbon emissions. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66910573?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The toy giant said it had found that the new material did not cut carbon emissions. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66910573 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 09:13:15 GMT

Shopping habits have changed for good, says Aldi

Consumers are buying cheaper own-label goods due to the cost of living, according to the supermarket. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66905403?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Consumers are buying cheaper own-label goods due to the cost of living, according to the supermarket. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66905403 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 06:22:38 GMT

HS2: Scrapping leg would be an act of vandalism, says Osborne

Former chancellor says axing Manchester leg of the train line would be an act of "economic self-harm". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66909732?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Former chancellor says axing Manchester leg of the train line would be an act of "economic self-harm". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66909732 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 06:11:29 GMT

Richest oil states should pay climate tax, says Gordon Brown

The former Labour PM wants the wealthiest oil producers to help poorer nations tackle climate change. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66906395?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The former Labour PM wants the wealthiest oil producers to help poorer nations tackle climate change. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66906395 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 05:00:05 GMT

How the fall of the 'King of Crypto' cost one British man millions

As Sam Bankman-Fried awaits trial for fraud, his former investors wonder if they will ever recoup their losses. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66892685?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA As Sam Bankman-Fried awaits trial for fraud, his former investors wonder if they will ever recoup their losses. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66892685 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 05:00:03 GMT

Hollywood writers in deal to end US studio strike

Screenwriters hail an "exceptional" tentative deal to end a strike that has halted film and TV production. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66909250?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Screenwriters hail an "exceptional" tentative deal to end a strike that has halted film and TV production. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66909250 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 03:51:39 GMT

State-owned British Business Bank makes £147m annual loss

The bank says wider economic problems led to a drop in the valuation of businesses it has invested in. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66909104?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The bank says wider economic problems led to a drop in the valuation of businesses it has invested in. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66909104 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 03:28:08 GMT

The shadowy Chinese firm that owns chunks of Cambodia

It secured a deal to control a fifth of Cambodia's coastline - 15 years on, it has barely got started. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-66851049?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA It secured a deal to control a fifth of Cambodia's coastline - 15 years on, it has barely got started. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-66851049 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 23:32:08 GMT

Electric car rules could cost carmakers billions

New Brexit trade rules could push up the price of electric cars, manufacturers warn. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66889029?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA New Brexit trade rules could push up the price of electric cars, manufacturers warn. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66889029 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 23:04:30 GMT

CBI: Scandal-hit organisation secures emergency funding

The business group has secured emergency funding from banks after a series of misconduct allegations. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66905317?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The business group has secured emergency funding from banks after a series of misconduct allegations. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66905317 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 15:23:55 GMT

Locally controlled buses return to Manchester after 37 years

Greater Manchester's mayor Andy Burnham hails the "coming-of-age moment" for English devolution. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-66901355?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Greater Manchester's mayor Andy Burnham hails the "coming-of-age moment" for English devolution. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-66901355 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 06:36:18 GMT

HS2: 'Crazy' not to review project due to soaring costs - Shapps

Grant Shapps cites Ukraine war costs and a spike in inflation as reasons to weigh up the rail project. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66905316?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Grant Shapps cites Ukraine war costs and a spike in inflation as reasons to weigh up the rail project. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66905316 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 08:42:06 GMT

How to save money even when the budget is tight

The interest paid on savings is better than anything seen for years, so how can you save when bills are rising? URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66855566?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The interest paid on savings is better than anything seen for years, so how can you save when bills are rising? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66855566 Sat, 23 Sep 2023 23:19:37 GMT

Rishi Sunak scraps home energy efficiency taskforce

The group set up to drive home insulation and boiler upgrades is a casualty of the PM's green rethink. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66900999?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The group set up to drive home insulation and boiler upgrades is a casualty of the PM's green rethink. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66900999 Sat, 23 Sep 2023 10:51:05 GMT

MPs call for energy bill help to stave off winter crisis

Urgent action is needed to help households cope with higher bills, MPs say. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66880875?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Urgent action is needed to help households cope with higher bills, MPs say. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66880875 Sat, 23 Sep 2023 03:51:08 GMT

HS2: Johnson warns against "mutilated" version of HS2

The former PM airs concerns as firms seek clarity over the government's commitment to the rail link. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66895425?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The former PM airs concerns as firms seek clarity over the government's commitment to the rail link. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66895425 Sat, 23 Sep 2023 02:10:42 GMT

Despite risks fish farms are booming in Africa

Farming fish has seen rapid growth in Africa but it can be an expensive, high-risk operation. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66788932?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Farming fish has seen rapid growth in Africa but it can be an expensive, high-risk operation. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66788932 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 23:29:06 GMT

Inflation falls - but things could get worse for many households

Although pay deals are now matching the rising cost of living, household finances are still facing a squeeze. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66889008?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Although pay deals are now matching the rising cost of living, household finances are still facing a squeeze. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66889008 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 23:37:15 GMT

NME: The high-end magazines making a vinyl-style comeback

The once-mass market UK music bible NME returns as a premium product with scarcity as a selling point. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66506417?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The once-mass market UK music bible NME returns as a premium product with scarcity as a selling point. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66506417 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 23:23:56 GMT

Net zero: Will Rishi Sunak's changes to climate policies save money?

Decarbonising will cost money but some argue in the long run it will boost the economy. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66864122?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Decarbonising will cost money but some argue in the long run it will boost the economy. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66864122 Sat, 23 Sep 2023 00:02:50 GMT

UAW strike expands to dozens of sites at GM and Stellantis

The UAW says new walkouts will hit 38 parts distribution centres across the US. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66893481?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The UAW says new walkouts will hit 38 parts distribution centres across the US. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66893481 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 15:00:52 GMT

Amazon Prime Video content to start including ads next year

Amazon says its Prime Video users will see ads on TV shows and movies unless they pay extra. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66887717?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Amazon says its Prime Video users will see ads on TV shows and movies unless they pay extra. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66887717 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 11:26:18 GMT

Hope for mortgage rate cuts after Bank of England decision

Brokers predict there could be falls in the cost of mortgages after a string of interest rate rises ends. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66888955?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Brokers predict there could be falls in the cost of mortgages after a string of interest rate rises ends. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66888955 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 10:21:48 GMT

Tax cuts 'virtually impossible' at present, says Jeremy Hunt

The chancellor says the cost of public debt has left him with some "very difficult decisions". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66886514?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The chancellor says the cost of public debt has left him with some "very difficult decisions". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66886514 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 07:15:03 GMT

Microsoft's new Call of Duty deal set for approval

The revised offer "opens the door" to the deal being cleared, the UK competition watchdog says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66875075?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The revised offer "opens the door" to the deal being cleared, the UK competition watchdog says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66875075 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 06:46:33 GMT

Warner Bros to expand Barbie movie studios in UK

The project will see capacity at the Leavesden facility near London expanding by more than 50%. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66886187?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The project will see capacity at the Leavesden facility near London expanding by more than 50%. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66886187 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 05:37:34 GMT

Labour pledges more watchdog power after Truss mini-budget

The changes could prevent a repeat of the mistakes made in Liz Truss's mini-budget, the party says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66884496?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The changes could prevent a repeat of the mistakes made in Liz Truss's mini-budget, the party says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66884496 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 22:04:05 GMT

NatWest confirms cash deposit glitch as customers say cash missing

The bank confirmed issues with its deposit machines after people reported difficulty accessing funds. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66883086?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The bank confirmed issues with its deposit machines after people reported difficulty accessing funds. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66883086 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 01:51:23 GMT

JPEX: Hong Kong investigates influencer-backed crypto exchange

About 2,000 investors lost money on the JPEX platform which was advertised on Hong Kong's metro. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-66874170?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA About 2,000 investors lost money on the JPEX platform which was advertised on Hong Kong's metro. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-66874170 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 00:26:49 GMT

Chevron and unions agree to end Western Australia gas strikes

The dispute triggered volatile trading on energy markets over concerns it could hit global gas supplies. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66886186?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The dispute triggered volatile trading on energy markets over concerns it could hit global gas supplies. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66886186 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 00:47:02 GMT

Five things to know about Lachlan Murdoch

The eldest son of Rupert Murdoch is taking over his father's media empire. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66860912?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The eldest son of Rupert Murdoch is taking over his father's media empire. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66860912 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 00:14:02 GMT

Warning cost-of-living payments fail to last

The UK's biggest food bank provider says the payments provide only temporary respite before demand returns. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66705305?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The UK's biggest food bank provider says the payments provide only temporary respite before demand returns. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66705305 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 23:27:57 GMT

Who is Rupert Murdoch?

Revered and feared, the tycoon has built a global media empire on four continents. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-14078128?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Revered and feared, the tycoon has built a global media empire on four continents. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-14078128 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 16:50:29 GMT

Rupert Murdoch steps down as Fox and News Corp chairman

The media mogul says he is stepping down as Fox and News Corp chairman, with son Lachlan to head both. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66881306?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The media mogul says he is stepping down as Fox and News Corp chairman, with son Lachlan to head both. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66881306 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 13:30:51 GMT

UK interest rate freeze ends run of 14 straight increases

The decision comes a day after figures revealed an unexpected slowdown in UK price rises in August. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66875739?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The decision comes a day after figures revealed an unexpected slowdown in UK price rises in August. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66875739 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 11:28:11 GMT

H&M says free to return online purchases in store

But shoppers who send items back to the firm's warehouse will still face a £1.99 charge. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66877011?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA But shoppers who send items back to the firm's warehouse will still face a £1.99 charge. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66877011 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 10:42:34 GMT

Firms forced to sell more electric cars despite petrol ban delay

Car makers will still have to ensure 22% of cars sold are electric from 2024, industry sources say. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66875554?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Car makers will still have to ensure 22% of cars sold are electric from 2024, industry sources say. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66875554 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 09:47:22 GMT

Government borrowing rose to £11.6bn in August

Public borrowing was higher than most economists had expected last month. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66872233?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Public borrowing was higher than most economists had expected last month. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66872233 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 06:19:12 GMT

Google accused of directing motorist to drive off collapsed bridge

Google had been asked to update its maps in the nine years before the father of two's death. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66873982?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Google had been asked to update its maps in the nine years before the father of two's death. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66873982 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 03:36:51 GMT

Japan's Toshiba set to end 74-year stock market history

A group of investors plans to take the company private after buying more than 78% of its shares. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66874016?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A group of investors plans to take the company private after buying more than 78% of its shares. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66874016 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 02:30:04 GMT

Is it possible to regulate artificial intelligence?

We are moving towards regulation of AI, but some experts maintain that it will never work. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66853057?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA We are moving towards regulation of AI, but some experts maintain that it will never work. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66853057 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 23:06:31 GMT

Co-op boss warns of shoplifting 'anarchy'

The grocery chain says stores across the country are struggling with a rise in retail crime. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-66868905?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The grocery chain says stores across the country are struggling with a rise in retail crime. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-66868905 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 22:04:49 GMT

Bankrupted Post Office Horizon victim demands answers after 17 years

An ongoing inquiry into the Horizon IT scandal examines the case of Lee Castleton. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66857613?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA An ongoing inquiry into the Horizon IT scandal examines the case of Lee Castleton. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66857613 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 23:01:39 GMT

Less rentals homes due to energy policy uncertainty

Landlords say the uncertain directions of travel from the government is impacting investment choices URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66872114?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Landlords say the uncertain directions of travel from the government is impacting investment choices https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66872114 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 18:55:58 GMT

Fed holds interest rates steady - for now

The US central bank is debating whether it has done enough to stabilise prices. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66869039?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The US central bank is debating whether it has done enough to stabilise prices. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66869039 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 18:06:32 GMT

UK interest rate rise bets slashed after inflation fall

Interest rates were widely expected to rise to 5.5%, but half of investors now think they may not change. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66866916?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Interest rates were widely expected to rise to 5.5%, but half of investors now think they may not change. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66866916 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 16:05:33 GMT

Parents in US offered refunds for Fortnite purchases

Parents in the US whose children made unintended in-game purchases will be offered $245m (£198m) in refunds. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66866569?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Parents in the US whose children made unintended in-game purchases will be offered $245m (£198m) in refunds. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66866569 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 13:35:21 GMT

Warning petrol ban delay could stop people buying electric

Plans to push back the ban on new petrol and diesel cars could delay shift to electric, the SMMT says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66863966?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Plans to push back the ban on new petrol and diesel cars could delay shift to electric, the SMMT says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66863966 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 10:21:38 GMT

UK inflation in surprise fall in August

Inflation falls for the third month in a row in August, official figures show. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66844295?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Inflation falls for the third month in a row in August, official figures show. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66844295 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 06:04:02 GMT

Fukushima: China's seafood imports from Japan down 67% in August

The fall came as Japan started to release treated waste water from the damaged nuclear power plant. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66862576?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The fall came as Japan started to release treated waste water from the damaged nuclear power plant. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66862576 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 04:51:41 GMT

The turbo-charged plants that could boost farm output

Researchers are tweaking the photosynthesis process to raise the output of crops like soy, maize and wheat. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66798680?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Researchers are tweaking the photosynthesis process to raise the output of crops like soy, maize and wheat. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66798680 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 23:01:12 GMT

Government row with Facebook over private messages

The government has launched a campaign criticising Meta for planned encryption of Facebook messages. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66854622?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The government has launched a campaign criticising Meta for planned encryption of Facebook messages. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66854622 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 23:16:22 GMT

Forget LA – it’s British film studios that are in demand

The film and high-end TV industry in the UK is seeing a frenzy of activity. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66841602?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The film and high-end TV industry in the UK is seeing a frenzy of activity. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66841602 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 23:10:22 GMT

Date set for next £300 cost-of-living payment

About eight million people on low incomes and receiving benefits will receive the next instalment. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66855573?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA About eight million people on low incomes and receiving benefits will receive the next instalment. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66855573 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 23:06:51 GMT

UAW strike: Why are US car workers walking out?

Nearly 13,000 workers for Ford, General Motors and Stellantis have gone on an historic, co-ordinated strike. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66847747?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Nearly 13,000 workers for Ford, General Motors and Stellantis have gone on an historic, co-ordinated strike. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66847747 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 15:42:35 GMT

Online Safety Bill: Crackdown on harmful social media content agreed

The law aims to force firms to remove illegal content and protect children from some legal but harmful material. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66854618?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The law aims to force firms to remove illegal content and protect children from some legal but harmful material. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66854618 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 14:53:30 GMT

Sam Bankman-Fried's parents sued in new FTX claims

The legal action is filed on behalf of people who lost money from the collapse of the crypto firm. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66857146?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The legal action is filed on behalf of people who lost money from the collapse of the crypto firm. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66857146 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 15:13:40 GMT

Avanti West Coast and CrossCountry given new contracts

The rail operators have been awarded the long-term contract renewals by the Department for Transport. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-66851790?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The rail operators have been awarded the long-term contract renewals by the Department for Transport. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-66851790 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 14:12:50 GMT

UK inflation set to be highest of advanced economies

Prices will rise faster in the UK than in any other G7 economy this year, a forecast suggests. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66852333?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Prices will rise faster in the UK than in any other G7 economy this year, a forecast suggests. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66852333 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 13:22:04 GMT

H&M starts charging shoppers for online returns

Customers must now pay £1.99 when they return items either in store or online, although members are exempt. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66851912?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Customers must now pay £1.99 when they return items either in store or online, although members are exempt. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66851912 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:03:00 GMT

Global oil prices surge to 10-month high

The price of a barrel of oil rose above $95 on Tuesday, stoking fears it could impact inflation. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66852329?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The price of a barrel of oil rose above $95 on Tuesday, stoking fears it could impact inflation. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66852329 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 08:37:24 GMT

No proof politicians debanked over views - watchdog

The City watchdog's findings follow a row over the closure of Nigel Farage's bank account. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66851909?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The City watchdog's findings follow a row over the closure of Nigel Farage's bank account. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66851909 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 08:07:04 GMT

Johnny Kitagawa: Japan firms cut ties with scandal-hit talent agency

Nissan and Asahi are among the companies that say they will not renew contracts with Johnny and Associates. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66850845?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Nissan and Asahi are among the companies that say they will not renew contracts with Johnny and Associates. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66850845 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 04:59:32 GMT

Elon Musk: Social media platform X could go behind paywall

The billionaire suggested the social media platform, now called X, could charge for use of "the system". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66850821?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The billionaire suggested the social media platform, now called X, could charge for use of "the system". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66850821 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 02:04:40 GMT

New tax divides India's booming computer games sector

The Indian government's forthcoming tax on the industry doesn't apply to all types of games. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66739966?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Indian government's forthcoming tax on the industry doesn't apply to all types of games. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66739966 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 23:52:36 GMT

IMF pledges to stay in 'our lane' on climate

The US, a major backer of the IMF, has been pushing to refine the mission of the global lender. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66847748?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The US, a major backer of the IMF, has been pushing to refine the mission of the global lender. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66847748 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 20:02:09 GMT

Post Office: Horizon scandal victims offered £600,000 compensation

The sum is for postmasters whose wrongful convictions for theft and false accounting have now been overturned. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66843548?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The sum is for postmasters whose wrongful convictions for theft and false accounting have now been overturned. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66843548 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 16:04:05 GMT

Disability benefits cost could rocket, report says

The study says action needs to be taken to improve the health of people who are about to retire. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-66820579?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The study says action needs to be taken to improve the health of people who are about to retire. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-66820579 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 09:17:53 GMT

Two pubs a day disappearing in England and Wales

Some 383 pubs were demolished or converted for other uses between January and June, government figures show. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66839984?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Some 383 pubs were demolished or converted for other uses between January and June, government figures show. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66839984 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 01:47:25 GMT

Liz Truss urges PM to cut taxes and benefit increases

The ex-PM will also use a speech to defend polices she tried to enact during her short time in office. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66836347?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The ex-PM will also use a speech to defend polices she tried to enact during her short time in office. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66836347 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:31:54 GMT

Brexit: Labour will seek re-write of deal, Starmer says

The agreement is due for review in 2025, which the Labour leader says is a key moment to reset relations. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66839501?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The agreement is due for review in 2025, which the Labour leader says is a key moment to reset relations. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66839501 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 23:06:21 GMT

China police detain staff at Evergrande wealth unit

Investors have been called on to report any cases of suspected fraud in the ongoing investigation. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66840012?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Investors have been called on to report any cases of suspected fraud in the ongoing investigation. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66840012 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 05:23:58 GMT

The firms hoping to take psychedelic drugs mainstream

Start-ups are tweaking psychedelic compounds to treat mental health conditions. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66669641?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Start-ups are tweaking psychedelic compounds to treat mental health conditions. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66669641 Thu, 14 Sep 2023 23:06:24 GMT

Ryanair and family locked in £165 check-in row

Damian Lloyd says his family had checked in for a flight in advance but Ryanair says they had "unchecked" themselves. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66580403?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Damian Lloyd says his family had checked in for a flight in advance but Ryanair says they had "unchecked" themselves. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66580403 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 23:01:11 GMT

Pace of rising rental costs at nine-year high, figures show

Estate agent Hamptons says the cost has risen more in the last year than it did in the four years to 2019. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66824019?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Estate agent Hamptons says the cost has risen more in the last year than it did in the four years to 2019. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66824019 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 23:01:32 GMT

No final HS2 decision until revised costs known, say Labour

Shadow minister Pat McFadden says its policy on high speed rail will be set out in the party's manifesto. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66836341?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Shadow minister Pat McFadden says its policy on high speed rail will be set out in the party's manifesto. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66836341 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 13:10:40 GMT

Shein in talks to buy Missguided from Mike Ashley's Frasers Group

Retail group Frasers is looking to sell the online clothing brand to the global fast fashion giant. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66836670?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Retail group Frasers is looking to sell the online clothing brand to the global fast fashion giant. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66836670 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 11:20:00 GMT

Port Talbot: Tata Steel would have left UK without aid - Welsh secretary

A £500m UK government pledge saved Port Talbot's steelworks from closure, Welsh secretary says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-66836364?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A £500m UK government pledge saved Port Talbot's steelworks from closure, Welsh secretary says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-66836364 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 09:27:52 GMT

UAW strike: Biden says striking car workers deserve 'fair share'

The president urges Ford, General Motors and Stellantis to "go further" to meet the union demands. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66822558?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The president urges Ford, General Motors and Stellantis to "go further" to meet the union demands. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66822558 Fri, 15 Sep 2023 22:38:23 GMT

First grain ships arrive in Ukraine using new route

Officials say the vessels will deliver 200,000 tonnes of wheat to world markets. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66835210?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Officials say the vessels will deliver 200,000 tonnes of wheat to world markets. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66835210 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 00:15:36 GMT

Small shops call for aid to tackle 'brazen' shoplifters

His situation is seen in small shops across the country, says the Federation of Independent Retailers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66819837?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA His situation is seen in small shops across the country, says the Federation of Independent Retailers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66819837 Sat, 16 Sep 2023 00:42:58 GMT

Job fears remain despite cash for Port Talbot steelworks

Residents and community leaders are worried about future steel jobs despite £1.2bn investment. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-66830867?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Residents and community leaders are worried about future steel jobs despite £1.2bn investment. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-66830867 Sat, 16 Sep 2023 16:55:57 GMT

Gatwick: EasyJet boss criticises air traffic control over delays

Johan Lundgren's comments come after a shortage of air traffic controllers caused delays at Gatwick. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-sussex-66817861?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Johan Lundgren's comments come after a shortage of air traffic controllers caused delays at Gatwick. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-sussex-66817861 Fri, 15 Sep 2023 13:33:15 GMT