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Post Office plan to sack Horizon IT reviewer kept secret, documents reveal

Records also show managers planned to pay only a "token" sum as part of "mediation" to deal with victims. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68079300?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Records also show managers planned to pay only a "token" sum as part of "mediation" to deal with victims. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68079300 Fri, 26 Jan 2024 00:01:29 GMT

US millennials, Gen Z need parents' help to pay household bills

The Pew survey shows fewer than half aged 18-34 think themselves completely financially independent. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68099450?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Pew survey shows fewer than half aged 18-34 think themselves completely financially independent. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68099450 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 23:45:36 GMT

UK halts trade negotiations with Canada over hormones in beef ban

Talks aimed at extending a rolled-over EU-era deal broke down over Britain's ban on hormone-treated meat. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68098177?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Talks aimed at extending a rolled-over EU-era deal broke down over Britain's ban on hormone-treated meat. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68098177 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 22:58:43 GMT

GM-owned Cruise admits failures in driverless car accident

Federal prosecutors are investigating its driverless car unit, Cruise. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68101907?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Federal prosecutors are investigating its driverless car unit, Cruise. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68101907 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 21:59:16 GMT

Alaska Airlines warns of £118m Boeing blowout cost

The troubles at Boeing are spilling over to the rest of the industry. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68096634?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The troubles at Boeing are spilling over to the rest of the industry. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68096634 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 18:52:54 GMT

Apple to allow rival app stores on iPhones and iPads in EU

Users in the EU will soon be able to download apps from places other than the App Store. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68096730?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Users in the EU will soon be able to download apps from places other than the App Store. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68096730 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 18:01:29 GMT

Warning EU border system has lasting "negative impacts"

Ferry firms and Dover port warn business and communities would suffer from new EU border checks. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68099482?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Ferry firms and Dover port warn business and communities would suffer from new EU border checks. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68099482 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 18:02:12 GMT

Microsoft video games division lays off 1,900 staff

The announcement comes three months after the firm closed its huge merger with Activision-Blizzard. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-68093970?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The announcement comes three months after the firm closed its huge merger with Activision-Blizzard. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-68093970 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 16:05:02 GMT

Lloyds to cut 1,600 jobs in major branch overhaul

The UK's largest lender says it is making the cuts due to more people banking online. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68096905?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The UK's largest lender says it is making the cuts due to more people banking online. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68096905 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 16:13:29 GMT

US economy surprises with faster than expected growth

The world's largest economy has continued to grow robustly, even as inflation subsides. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68096633?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The world's largest economy has continued to grow robustly, even as inflation subsides. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68096633 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 13:49:46 GMT

Palworld: Pokémon Company to investigate copying claims

The people behind Pikachu and friends finally comment on the wildly successful "Pokémon with guns". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-68092330?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The people behind Pikachu and friends finally comment on the wildly successful "Pokémon with guns". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-68092330 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 12:39:24 GMT

Virgin Media most-complained about broadband provider

The company says the latest data from regulator Ofcom "falls far short of our expectations". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68093374?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The company says the latest data from regulator Ofcom "falls far short of our expectations". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68093374 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 12:42:56 GMT

Asda to go cashless at 82 more supermarket forecourts

More sites are to be converted to card-only, unmanned operations with staff redeployed to stores. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68093170?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA More sites are to be converted to card-only, unmanned operations with staff redeployed to stores. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68093170 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 12:18:05 GMT

Hinted tax cuts will be difficult in weak economy - IFS

Promises of tax cuts during election campaigns may have to be rolled back amid economic issues, a new report warns. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68086302?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Promises of tax cuts during election campaigns may have to be rolled back amid economic issues, a new report warns. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68086302 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 05:58:22 GMT

Is seabed mining an economic necessity or a hazard?

As deep-sea miners seek international go-ahead, opponents say the environmental impact is too high. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67935057?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA As deep-sea miners seek international go-ahead, opponents say the environmental impact is too high. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67935057 Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:01:47 GMT

Boeing 737 Max 9 cleared to fly in US after mid-air incident

The planes were grounded after an incident during an Alaska Airlines flight on 5 January. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68090175?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The planes were grounded after an incident during an Alaska Airlines flight on 5 January. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68090175 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 01:37:09 GMT

Tesla warns of "notably lower" sales growth in 2024

It is the latest car company to forecast sagging demand for electric cars. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68086212?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA It is the latest car company to forecast sagging demand for electric cars. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68086212 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 22:04:53 GMT

HS2: Mayors to meet minister about alternatives

West Midlands mayor Andy Street said the plan could involve a dedicated line between the cities. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68087768?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA West Midlands mayor Andy Street said the plan could involve a dedicated line between the cities. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68087768 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 20:02:59 GMT

Boeing boss faces Washington grilling after blow-out

A whistleblower calls Boeing manufacturing a "rambling, shambling, disaster waiting to happen". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68082728?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A whistleblower calls Boeing manufacturing a "rambling, shambling, disaster waiting to happen". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68082728 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 17:41:21 GMT

Billionaire Joe Lewis pleads guilty to insider trading

One of the UK's richest people admitted his role in a scheme which netted millions. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68025903?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA One of the UK's richest people admitted his role in a scheme which netted millions. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68025903 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 16:11:39 GMT

Post Office investigator says cleared sub-postmaster was guilty

Raymond Grant told the inquiry he still thought the branch manager he investigated had stolen money. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68009769?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Raymond Grant told the inquiry he still thought the branch manager he investigated had stolen money. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68009769 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 14:33:53 GMT

Royal Mail could cut postal days, says regulator

A report from the postal regulator, Ofcom, lays out options to reform the UK's postal service. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68067702?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A report from the postal regulator, Ofcom, lays out options to reform the UK's postal service. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68067702 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 07:08:38 GMT

SK-II skincare sales hurt by anti-Japan sentiment in China

Consumers shunned the skincare brand after Tokyo released treated water from Fukushima nuclear plant. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68077984?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Consumers shunned the skincare brand after Tokyo released treated water from Fukushima nuclear plant. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68077984 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 03:10:16 GMT

Drip pricing: Hidden fees for online customers set to be banned

Hidden charges for online shoppers are set to be banned as part of plans to make prices more transparent. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68075851?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Hidden charges for online shoppers are set to be banned as part of plans to make prices more transparent. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68075851 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:02:32 GMT

Santander ups mortgage rates despite fierce competition

The bank's small increase comes as other major lenders are cutting rates amid fierce competition. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68075289?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The bank's small increase comes as other major lenders are cutting rates amid fierce competition. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68075289 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 23:16:02 GMT

Netflix sign-ups surge by most since pandemic

The gains follow its password-sharing crackdown and the launch of a cheaper plan with adverts. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68072955?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The gains follow its password-sharing crackdown and the launch of a cheaper plan with adverts. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68072955 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 22:53:02 GMT

Morrisons scraps four-day working week for Bradford head office staff

Staff at the company's Bradford head office will work an extra half-day per week after the changes. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leeds-68074863?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Staff at the company's Bradford head office will work an extra half-day per week after the changes. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leeds-68074863 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 20:34:52 GMT

Hinkley C nuclear plant costs could soar to £46bn

EDF says final costs could soar by about a third as it faces a delayed completion date. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68073279?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA EDF says final costs could soar by about a third as it faces a delayed completion date. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68073279 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 18:21:34 GMT

Post Office: I was only doing my job, says investigator

Robert Daily told an inquiry into the Post Office scandal that he did not accept personal responsibility. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68058412?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Robert Daily told an inquiry into the Post Office scandal that he did not accept personal responsibility. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68058412 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 17:49:52 GMT

Woolies could return to British High Streets

The owner of Woolworth Germany says bringing the brand back to the UK is on his "bucket list". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68068503?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The owner of Woolworth Germany says bringing the brand back to the UK is on his "bucket list". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68068503 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 16:57:25 GMT

J&J strikes US states deal over baby powder claims

The firm is still facing claims from thousands of customers who allege its talc-based products caused cancer. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68072951?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The firm is still facing claims from thousands of customers who allege its talc-based products caused cancer. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68072951 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 16:57:27 GMT

Mr Kipling owner Premier Foods planning further price cuts

Premier Foods, which also owns the Bisto and Loyd Grossman brands, plans price cuts to more products. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68069131?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Premier Foods, which also owns the Bisto and Loyd Grossman brands, plans price cuts to more products. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68069131 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 14:43:01 GMT

Badenoch blames Biden for missing post-Brexit trade targets

The Business Secretary claims the UK failed to reach post-Brexit pledges when US leadership changed. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68069994?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Business Secretary claims the UK failed to reach post-Brexit pledges when US leadership changed. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68069994 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 13:42:09 GMT

Ex-Fujitsu boss admits calling Horizon 'Fort Knox'

Duncan Tait says his comment was not related to who had remote access to Post Office branch accounts. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68068949?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Duncan Tait says his comment was not related to who had remote access to Post Office branch accounts. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68068949 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 11:50:59 GMT

Amazon fined for 'excessive' surveillance of workers

The online retail giant was found to be keeping detailed data on employee working patterns. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68067022?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The online retail giant was found to be keeping detailed data on employee working patterns. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68067022 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 11:01:23 GMT

Government borrowing lower than expected in December

Public borrowing fell to £7.8bn last month, according to the latest official figures. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68061210?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Public borrowing fell to £7.8bn last month, according to the latest official figures. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68061210 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 07:12:12 GMT

Tencent's Riot Games cuts 11% of global workforce

Riot Games is the latest to cut jobs in the gaming industry after Amazon, ByteDance and Epic Games. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68064952?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Riot Games is the latest to cut jobs in the gaming industry after Amazon, ByteDance and Epic Games. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68064952 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 02:10:01 GMT

United Airlines to lose money over Boeing groundings

United Airlines is the biggest operator of Boeing 737 Max 9 airplanes. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68064948?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA United Airlines is the biggest operator of Boeing 737 Max 9 airplanes. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68064948 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 01:15:26 GMT

Bailiff referrals rise by 20% over council debts

A BBC investigation finds Birmingham council tops list with 500% increase between 2022 and 2023. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68054306?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A BBC investigation finds Birmingham council tops list with 500% increase between 2022 and 2023. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68054306 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:01:49 GMT

Two million could see energy cut off this winter, charity warns

New research from Citizens Advice suggests many will not be able to top up their prepayment meters. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68060452?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA New research from Citizens Advice suggests many will not be able to top up their prepayment meters. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68060452 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:01:22 GMT

MrBeast reveals he made $250,000 from X video

The world's most popular YouTuber had previously said he would not bother posting videos on the site. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68061020?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The world's most popular YouTuber had previously said he would not bother posting videos on the site. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68061020 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 21:08:13 GMT

LNER train drivers call off five days of strikes

The drivers' union will not go ahead with a fresh run of walkouts that were due to begin next month. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68054064?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The drivers' union will not go ahead with a fresh run of walkouts that were due to begin next month. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68054064 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 15:02:00 GMT

H&M pulls school uniform ad after being accused of sexualising children

Fashion giant pulls an advert for school uniforms and says it is "deeply sorry" for offence caused. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68054060?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Fashion giant pulls an advert for school uniforms and says it is "deeply sorry" for offence caused. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68054060 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 13:17:57 GMT

Royal Mail: Scrapping Saturday post not supported by government

The prime minister's spokesperson says Rishi Sunak thinks Saturday post is "important". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68058408?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The prime minister's spokesperson says Rishi Sunak thinks Saturday post is "important". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68058408 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 13:20:05 GMT

Energy prices predicted to fall by 16% in April

Domestic gas and electricity bills are expected to drop sharply just as the better weather arrives. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68055884?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Domestic gas and electricity bills are expected to drop sharply just as the better weather arrives. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68055884 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 11:55:45 GMT

Sony calls off merger with India media giant Zee

Zee considers legal action after Sony ends the planned $10bn merger of the firms' Indian operations. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68054056?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Zee considers legal action after Sony ends the planned $10bn merger of the firms' Indian operations. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68054056 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 09:56:59 GMT

Tata Steel: Port Talbot apprentices worry about future

About 2,800 jobs are set to be cut at Tata Steel, with the bulk expected to be in Port Talbot. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68041372?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA About 2,800 jobs are set to be cut at Tata Steel, with the bulk expected to be in Port Talbot. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68041372 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 06:06:31 GMT

Boeing 737-900ER: Second model to be inspected after 737 Max 9 blowout

The US regulator says the 737-900ER fleet uses the same door design as the grounded 737 Max 9s. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68052160?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The US regulator says the 737-900ER fleet uses the same door design as the grounded 737 Max 9s. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68052160 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 05:25:43 GMT

ExxonMobil sues investors to block climate petition

Follow This and Arjuna Capital have called on Exxon to accelerate reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68052440?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Follow This and Arjuna Capital have called on Exxon to accelerate reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68052440 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 03:48:40 GMT

Start-ups frustrated by HMRC's 'slowness and lack of communication'

Delays and a lack of communication from the tax authority are holding back new businesses, a group says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67754099?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Delays and a lack of communication from the tax authority are holding back new businesses, a group says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67754099 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:04:03 GMT

Airports to miss deadline for installing scanners

Some will not have all the tech, which will end the 100ml limit on liquids, ready by 1 June. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68031052?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Some will not have all the tech, which will end the 100ml limit on liquids, ready by 1 June. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68031052 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:03:37 GMT

I'm working but homeless and bottom of the housing list

A working father finds himself "sofa surfing" amid social housing shortages in Scotland's biggest city. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-68033982?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A working father finds himself "sofa surfing" amid social housing shortages in Scotland's biggest city. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-68033982 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 17:49:27 GMT

Tesco tech hitch leaves deliveries in 'shambles'

It is thought thousands of customers were left without their orders due to technical problems. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68050152?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA It is thought thousands of customers were left without their orders due to technical problems. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68050152 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 16:28:21 GMT

Supermarket favourites victims of shrinkflation, consumer group Which? says

From tea bags to crisps, supermarket staples are getting smaller, consumer group Which? says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-68040610?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA From tea bags to crisps, supermarket staples are getting smaller, consumer group Which? says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-68040610 Sat, 20 Jan 2024 09:20:22 GMT

Red Sea 'scary' for ships' crews, says captain

The captain of a vessel in the Red Sea shares his concerns about the Houthi attacks on shipping. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68030306?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The captain of a vessel in the Red Sea shares his concerns about the Houthi attacks on shipping. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68030306 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 00:37:54 GMT

Ofcom could allow Royal Mail to end Saturday post

Royal Mail has previously said it wants to deliver five days a week, from Monday to Friday only. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68041937?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Royal Mail has previously said it wants to deliver five days a week, from Monday to Friday only. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68041937 Sat, 20 Jan 2024 13:18:04 GMT

Fujitsu: MPs seek details on public sector contracts with IT firm

Committee looks to uncover how much money was handed out after Post Office scandal was uncovered. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68039961?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Committee looks to uncover how much money was handed out after Post Office scandal was uncovered. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68039961 Sat, 20 Jan 2024 03:43:44 GMT

Port Talbot steelworks: Tata workers left stranded, say campaigners

Tata says closing the blast furnaces will reduce "overall UK country emissions by about 1.5%". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68030260?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Tata says closing the blast furnaces will reduce "overall UK country emissions by about 1.5%". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68030260 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 23:00:43 GMT

US stocks surge to record high as market rebounds

Investors have been cheered by hopes that the US central bank's campaign of raising interest rates is over. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68035276?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Investors have been cheered by hopes that the US central bank's campaign of raising interest rates is over. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68035276 Sat, 20 Jan 2024 00:06:24 GMT

Sports Illustrated in further turmoil after AI scandal

The future of the storied sports journalism title is in doubt after its publisher has its licence revoked. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68035275?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The future of the storied sports journalism title is in doubt after its publisher has its licence revoked. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68035275 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 21:21:58 GMT

Port Talbot: Tata's Steel 2,800 job cuts are 'devastating'

A union says plans to replace Port Talbot blast furnaces will devastate local communities. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68034598?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A union says plans to replace Port Talbot blast furnaces will devastate local communities. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68034598 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 17:20:19 GMT

US home sales see worst year since 1995

The number of homes sold dropped to the lowest in nearly three decades, as prices continued to climb. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68035274?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The number of homes sold dropped to the lowest in nearly three decades, as prices continued to climb. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68035274 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 17:27:32 GMT

Post Office inquiry: Fujitsu boss says editing of evidence 'shameful'

He spoke to the Post Office inquiry about evidence of software bugs being edited out of witness statements. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68032435?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA He spoke to the Post Office inquiry about evidence of software bugs being edited out of witness statements. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68032435 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 15:17:44 GMT

Tata steel: What do plans mean for UK's carbon footprint

The company's plans to shut its blast furnaces could cut Wales' carbon emissions by a fifth. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68017180?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The company's plans to shut its blast furnaces could cut Wales' carbon emissions by a fifth. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68017180 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 06:09:33 GMT

British Gas boss Chris O'Shea: 'I can't justify my pay of £4.5m'

Chris O'Shea, chief executive of Centrica, says he does not set his own pay but it is impossible to justify. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68029653?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Chris O'Shea, chief executive of Centrica, says he does not set his own pay but it is impossible to justify. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68029653 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 12:07:42 GMT

Retail sales fall at sharpest rate since Covid

Sales during December tumbled by 3.2% as shoppers stocked up earlier in Black Friday discounts. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68027820?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Sales during December tumbled by 3.2% as shoppers stocked up earlier in Black Friday discounts. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68027820 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 07:28:07 GMT

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt hints at further tax cuts

Jeremy Hunt tells the BBC that tax cuts would help the economy be more dynamic and grow faster. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68027060?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Jeremy Hunt tells the BBC that tax cuts would help the economy be more dynamic and grow faster. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68027060 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 02:07:54 GMT

Kashmir's rare snowless winter sets off alarm bells

Experts say that the absence of snowfall this winter will lead to water scarcity and derail the economy. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-68015106?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Experts say that the absence of snowfall this winter will lead to water scarcity and derail the economy. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-68015106 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 03:54:53 GMT

How AI is helping to prevent three buses turning up at once

Bus firms are now using artificial intelligence to design their timetables. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67993056?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Bus firms are now using artificial intelligence to design their timetables. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67993056 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 00:03:29 GMT

Energy standing charges review prompts huge response

Ofgem said 20,000 people had been in touch about the daily fees before consultation closes later on Friday. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68024339?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Ofgem said 20,000 people had been in touch about the daily fees before consultation closes later on Friday. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68024339 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 00:02:04 GMT

Tata Steel: Port Talbot blast furnaces to close with 3,000 expected job losses

Plans to cut jobs in a move to greener steelmaking a "crushing blow" for Port Talbot, unions say. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68022901?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Plans to cut jobs in a move to greener steelmaking a "crushing blow" for Port Talbot, unions say. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68022901 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 20:24:00 GMT

Post Office scandal: 91-year-old victim 'disgusted' with compensation delay

Ninety-one-year-old Betty Brown says she had to give up her business as she was caring for her ill husband. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68009767?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Ninety-one-year-old Betty Brown says she had to give up her business as she was caring for her ill husband. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68009767 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 18:03:39 GMT

Birkenstock plots growth despite slowdown fears

The firm is planning to expand production and open more stores, despite a drop in profits. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68021680?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The firm is planning to expand production and open more stores, despite a drop in profits. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68021680 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 17:21:30 GMT

LNER train drivers to strike for five more days

Aslef members are taking action after LNER told the union to provide minimum service levels. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68017576?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Aslef members are taking action after LNER told the union to provide minimum service levels. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68017576 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:08:48 GMT

Spotify attacks Apple's 'outrageous' 27% commission

The music streaming firm is concerned about a new payment system introduced by Apple in the US. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68018618?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The music streaming firm is concerned about a new payment system introduced by Apple in the US. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68018618 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 13:56:59 GMT

Job cuts as Northampton-based Travis Perkins tries to save £35m

Profits have dropped sharply and the company has cut posts at its Northampton headquarters. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-northamptonshire-68019012?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Profits have dropped sharply and the company has cut posts at its Northampton headquarters. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-northamptonshire-68019012 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 13:23:19 GMT

Japan Airlines appoints ex-flight attendant as first female president

Mitsuko Tottori joined the flag carrier as a flight attendant in 1985, before working her way up. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-68015617?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Mitsuko Tottori joined the flag carrier as a flight attendant in 1985, before working her way up. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-68015617 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 12:49:43 GMT

Planning protection ends on scrapped HS2 route

The land earmarked for the project's axed second phase may now be used for other development. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cjrgregpg1do?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The land earmarked for the project's axed second phase may now be used for other development. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cjrgregpg1do Thu, 18 Jan 2024 12:19:09 GMT

Sainsbury's plans to wind down bank as it focuses on food

The retailer plans a "phased withdrawal" but says its 1.9m bank customers will see no immediate change. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68016628?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The retailer plans a "phased withdrawal" but says its 1.9m bank customers will see no immediate change. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68016628 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 11:11:41 GMT

Fujitsu rules itself out of public contract bids during Post Office inquiry

The firm is part of an inquiry into how hundreds of Post Office managers were wrongly prosecuted. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68017571?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The firm is part of an inquiry into how hundreds of Post Office managers were wrongly prosecuted. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68017571 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 10:39:40 GMT

Apple watch: US upholds ban on sale over patent dispute

Apple cannot sell two of its smartwatch models while it fights a legal battle over patents. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68014619?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Apple cannot sell two of its smartwatch models while it fights a legal battle over patents. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68014619 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 02:14:08 GMT

Sheryl Sandberg to step down from Meta board

The ex-COO of Facebook is credited with turning the company into a profit powerhouse. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68014577?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The ex-COO of Facebook is credited with turning the company into a profit powerhouse. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68014577 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 01:36:46 GMT

Unseen images of code breaking computer that helped win WW2

Intelligence agency GCHQ say pictures of Colossus a reminder of the UK ingenuity that helped defeat Hitler. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67997406?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Intelligence agency GCHQ say pictures of Colossus a reminder of the UK ingenuity that helped defeat Hitler. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67997406 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 00:02:41 GMT

Train ticket machines charging double online price

Which? has said the best value fares are either unavailable or hidden among myriad of options on many machines. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68009768?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Which? has said the best value fares are either unavailable or hidden among myriad of options on many machines. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68009768 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 00:01:32 GMT

Octopus Energy: Bills will fall in April, says boss

The energy company says prices will fall due to lower international wholesale prices. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68013741?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The energy company says prices will fall due to lower international wholesale prices. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68013741 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 21:01:01 GMT

UK seeks urgent talks with Fujitsu on Horizon scandal

The government begins process of setting up talks for possible compensation for sub-postmasters. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68010713?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The government begins process of setting up talks for possible compensation for sub-postmasters. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68010713 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 17:38:54 GMT

Tata Steel: Workers braced for bad news on job losses

Tata Steel is expected to reveal whether it will proceed with plans to axe up to 3,000 jobs. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68005840?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Tata Steel is expected to reveal whether it will proceed with plans to axe up to 3,000 jobs. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68005840 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 16:00:02 GMT

Boeing groundings continue as FAA inspections proceed

US authorities have inspected 40 Boeing 737 Max 9 planes, grounded after a mid-flight blowout. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68009647?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA US authorities have inspected 40 Boeing 737 Max 9 planes, grounded after a mid-flight blowout. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68009647 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 16:19:54 GMT

Zelensky calls for seized Russian billions to rebuild Ukraine

The Ukrainian president wants to use Russian assets seized in world banks to rebuild the war-torn country. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68004361?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Ukrainian president wants to use Russian assets seized in world banks to rebuild the war-torn country. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68004361 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 09:40:56 GMT

Wizz Air pays out £1.2m over disrupted flights

The low-cost airline had to compensate some 6,000 customers after reviewing thousands of complaints. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68002122?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The low-cost airline had to compensate some 6,000 customers after reviewing thousands of complaints. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68002122 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 09:00:14 GMT

Why there's a boom for damp-busting machines

Sales of dehumidifiers are booming as people try to reduce damp and mould problems, and save money. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67623256?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Sales of dehumidifiers are booming as people try to reduce damp and mould problems, and save money. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67623256 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 00:01:10 GMT

Tobacco prices fuel surprise UK inflation rise

Inflation has fallen sharply recently, but rose to 4% in the year to December, official figures show. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67993276?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Inflation has fallen sharply recently, but rose to 4% in the year to December, official figures show. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67993276 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 07:08:41 GMT

Apple overtakes Samsung as world's biggest phonemaker

iPhones made up a fifth of phones shipped last year, according to shipment data from the International Data Corporation. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68002846?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA iPhones made up a fifth of phones shipped last year, according to shipment data from the International Data Corporation. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68002846 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 04:37:07 GMT

Post Office scandal: The ordinary lives devastated by a faulty IT system

Victims felt alone yet hundreds were enduring similar experiences. Here we look at some of their stories. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67956962?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Victims felt alone yet hundreds were enduring similar experiences. Here we look at some of their stories. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67956962 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 03:37:23 GMT

FBI investigate after ex-Abercrombie boss sex claims

Special agents are now interviewing and issuing subpoenas to potential witnesses, the BBC understands. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-67991750?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Special agents are now interviewing and issuing subpoenas to potential witnesses, the BBC understands. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-67991750 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:01:14 GMT

ALI Technologies: Hoverbike start-up files for bankruptcy

Japanese firm ALI Technologies had dreamed of a "new form of movement". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67946088?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Japanese firm ALI Technologies had dreamed of a "new form of movement". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67946088 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:01:06 GMT

Diddy and drinks giant Diageo settle dispute over tequila

A joint statement on Tuesday confirmed Diddy had withdrawn all of his allegations against Diageo. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68002039?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A joint statement on Tuesday confirmed Diddy had withdrawn all of his allegations against Diageo. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68002039 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 23:52:54 GMT

Ben & Jerry's board calls for Israel ceasefire

The ice cream maker says its statement was consistent with the brand's promotion of peace. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67991822?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The ice cream maker says its statement was consistent with the brand's promotion of peace. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67991822 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 21:04:23 GMT

Boeing seeks Ryanair support with checks after mid-air blowout

Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary told the BBC that it was asked to send engineers to oversee quality checks. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67994140?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary told the BBC that it was asked to send engineers to oversee quality checks. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67994140 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 17:55:06 GMT

Avanti sorry after leaked presentation cheers 'free money'

The management slides described performance-related payments for staff as "too good to be true". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67997916?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The management slides described performance-related payments for staff as "too good to be true". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67997916 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 17:32:18 GMT

Elon Musk wants control of Tesla with bigger stake

The billionaire warns he will invest elsewhere if he is not given a larger share of the car-maker. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67960720?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The billionaire warns he will invest elsewhere if he is not given a larger share of the car-maker. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67960720 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 15:54:32 GMT

Game to stop selling pre-owned titles

The firm's owner, Frasers Group, told the BBC trade-ins would be phased out in "the coming months". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67983764?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The firm's owner, Frasers Group, told the BBC trade-ins would be phased out in "the coming months". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67983764 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 14:39:02 GMT

Baby milk: Asda and Tesco cut price of Aptamil formula

The supermarkets follow Iceland in cutting the cost of formula after the manufacturer cut prices to retailers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67986236?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The supermarkets follow Iceland in cutting the cost of formula after the manufacturer cut prices to retailers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67986236 Mon, 15 Jan 2024 17:11:24 GMT

Gautam Adani: India court declines new inquiry against billionaire

A US research firm has accused Gautam Adani's company of financial fraud, which it denies. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-67869919?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A US research firm has accused Gautam Adani's company of financial fraud, which it denies. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-67869919 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 06:27:36 GMT

The longest ever NHS strike: What you need to know as junior doctors walk out

Junior doctors will begin a six-day walkout in England, causing severe disruption to services. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-67867273?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Junior doctors will begin a six-day walkout in England, causing severe disruption to services. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-67867273 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 00:00:32 GMT

Red Sea attacks could push up prices, UK firms warn

Business leaders say attacks on shipping vessels could cause delays and price rises for UK shoppers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67865064?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Business leaders say attacks on shipping vessels could cause delays and price rises for UK shoppers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67865064 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 00:01:44 GMT

CTS cyber-attack: Disruption to home sales now over

Services from CTS have been restored, but homebuyers who were affected can complain to an ombudsman. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67864734?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Services from CTS have been restored, but homebuyers who were affected can complain to an ombudsman. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67864734 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 14:51:38 GMT

Aldi and Lidl hail Christmas boost from bargain hunters

The discount supermarkets say they were helped by shoppers looking to cut the cost of celebrations. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67861354?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The discount supermarkets say they were helped by shoppers looking to cut the cost of celebrations. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67861354 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 09:03:20 GMT

When will the 15 free hours of childcare for two-year-olds begin?

All children of working parents in England will get 30 hours of funded childcare by September 2025. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-62036045?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA All children of working parents in England will get 30 hours of funded childcare by September 2025. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-62036045 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 01:02:54 GMT

Motorway electric car charge point target missed, says RAC

The RAC motoring organisation says the government has missed its target for installing charging points. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67858961?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The RAC motoring organisation says the government has missed its target for installing charging points. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67858961 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 07:26:37 GMT

Depop, Vinted and other apps to share info with tax body

New rules mean online retail platforms including Airbnb and eBay will share more information with HMRC. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67855872?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA New rules mean online retail platforms including Airbnb and eBay will share more information with HMRC. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67855872 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 07:07:23 GMT

China’s BYD closer to taking Tesla's electric car top spot

Elon Musk's Tesla is due to release quarterly production and delivery figures on Tuesday. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67860232?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Elon Musk's Tesla is due to release quarterly production and delivery figures on Tuesday. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67860232 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 05:24:29 GMT

Cambridge University trademarks spark rows with firms

Firms are spending thousands registering trademarks after University of Cambridge opposition. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cambridgeshire-67628318?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Firms are spending thousands registering trademarks after University of Cambridge opposition. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cambridgeshire-67628318 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 01:11:30 GMT

Will hotter heat pumps win over homeowners?

Could a new generation of heat pumps overcome British fears that they can't heat a home. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67511954?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Could a new generation of heat pumps overcome British fears that they can't heat a home. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67511954 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 01:41:07 GMT

Microsoft boss changes tune after criticism of UK

Brad Smith had said the UK was bad for business after a takeover of Activision was initially blocked. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67839205?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Brad Smith had said the UK was bad for business after a takeover of Activision was initially blocked. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67839205 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 09:58:28 GMT

Period pants could get cheaper after VAT is removed

Shoppers will no longer pay VAT on period pants following a campaign by charities and retailers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67855869?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Shoppers will no longer pay VAT on period pants following a campaign by charities and retailers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67855869 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 09:15:15 GMT

Disney's earliest Mickey and Minnie Mouse enter public domain as US copyright expires

Disney's copyright on the earliest version of the cartoon characters expires in the US on 1 January. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67833411?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Disney's copyright on the earliest version of the cartoon characters expires in the US on 1 January. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67833411 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 05:00:08 GMT

Red Sea: UK defence secretary says British forces will repel Houthi attacks

The defence secretary says British forces are "willing to take direct action" to protect the key shipping lane. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-67855304?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The defence secretary says British forces are "willing to take direct action" to protect the key shipping lane. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-67855304 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 07:31:34 GMT

'I was a gambling addict who stole £1.3m and went to prison'

Andy May, who has just got out of prison, wants to help other people with gambling addictions. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-norfolk-67503468?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Andy May, who has just got out of prison, wants to help other people with gambling addictions. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-norfolk-67503468 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:29:00 GMT

Post Office scandal TV drama 'like a dream' say victims

Horizon victims hope a new mini-series will give their story the "oxygen it deserves". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67806869?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Horizon victims hope a new mini-series will give their story the "oxygen it deserves". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67806869 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:19:49 GMT

Household energy price rise of 5% comes into force

A higher cap for the next three months adds £94 to the typical annual domestic energy bill. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67785266?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A higher cap for the next three months adds £94 to the typical annual domestic energy bill. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67785266 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:16 GMT