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'Mass surveillance' fears over law change plans

Trade body techUK outlines "substantial concerns" over plans to amend the Investigatory Powers Act. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68625232 Trade body techUK outlines "substantial concerns" over plans to amend the Investigatory Powers Act. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68625232#0 Fri, 22 Mar 2024 00:12:45 GMT

US accuses Apple of monopolising smartphone market

In a landmark lawsuit, the justice department alleges the company uses its power to limit competition. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68628989 In a landmark lawsuit, the justice department alleges the company uses its power to limit competition. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68628989#1 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 21:41:02 GMT

Watchdog assessing McDonald's and Greggs IT failures

Payments Systems Regulator is examining spate of outages, which also affected Sainsbury's and Tesco. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68628348 Payments Systems Regulator is examining spate of outages, which also affected Sainsbury's and Tesco. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68628348#1 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 16:00:21 GMT

‘I want to help people fly – and keep them safe’

Many experienced aircraft engineers are retiring and the aerospace sector is struggling to replace them. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68489226 Many experienced aircraft engineers are retiring and the aerospace sector is struggling to replace them. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68489226#0 Fri, 22 Mar 2024 00:15:02 GMT

Which women might get state pension compensation? Your questions answered

The ombudsman urges the government to compensate women hit by the pension age rising from 60 to 65 - saying it wasn't communicated properly. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/uk-68624420 The ombudsman urges the government to compensate women hit by the pension age rising from 60 to 65 - saying it wasn't communicated properly. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/uk-68624420#1 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 08:54:17 GMT

GMB staff to strike over sex harassment claims

Employees claim reforms recommended by an independent lawyer-led review are yet to take place. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68631376 Employees claim reforms recommended by an independent lawyer-led review are yet to take place. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68631376#0 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 19:44:09 GMT

'I want the £45,000 state pension that was stolen from me'

Women born in the 1950s hit by the rise in state pension age react to a report recommending compensation. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68610680 Women born in the 1950s hit by the rise in state pension age react to a report recommending compensation. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68610680#0 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 17:40:58 GMT

UK borrowing higher than expected in February

Borrowing was £8.4bn after higher benefits payments, including cost-of-living support. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68610677 Borrowing was £8.4bn after higher benefits payments, including cost-of-living support. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68610677#1 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 09:52:50 GMT

Watchdog assessing McDonald's and Greggs IT failures

Payments Systems Regulator is examining spate of outages, which also affected Sainsbury's and Tesco. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68628348 Payments Systems Regulator is examining spate of outages, which also affected Sainsbury's and Tesco. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68628348#0 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 16:00:21 GMT

US accuses Apple of monopolising smartphone market

In a landmark lawsuit, the justice department alleges the company used its power to stifle competition. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68628989 In a landmark lawsuit, the justice department alleges the company used its power to stifle competition. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68628989#0 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 15:02:12 GMT

Post Office wanted expert witness to alter report

A draft report that may have undermined the prosecution case was changed, documents seen by the BBC show. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-68606121 A draft report that may have undermined the prosecution case was changed, documents seen by the BBC show. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-68606121#1 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 00:30:45 GMT

How climate change is making Easter eggs dearer

Chocolate prices rise in the run up to Easter after high temperatures curb cocoa crops in West Africa. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-68619912 Chocolate prices rise in the run up to Easter after high temperatures curb cocoa crops in West Africa. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-68619912#1 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 06:00:00 GMT

Brain-chip patient plays online chess - Neuralink

Noland Arbaugh, who is paralysed below the shoulders, received a chip implant in January. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68622781 Noland Arbaugh, who is paralysed below the shoulders, received a chip implant in January. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68622781#1 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 05:59:28 GMT

Bank of England to announce interest rates decision

The UK's central bank is set to announce its decision at noon, after holding rates at 5.25% since last summer. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/business-68581527 The UK's central bank is set to announce its decision at noon, after holding rates at 5.25% since last summer. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/business-68581527#0 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 09:14:27 GMT

Reddit share sale values the platform at $6.4bn

The company priced its shares at the top of a marketed range before the start of trading on Thursday. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68610711 The company priced its shares at the top of a marketed range before the start of trading on Thursday. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68610711#1 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 01:01:32 GMT

'I missed out on £47,000': Pension report could recommend compensation

Some women say the way the state pension age was raised, from 60 to 65, was unfair. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/uk-68624420 Some women say the way the state pension age was raised, from 60 to 65, was unfair. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/uk-68624420#0 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 08:54:17 GMT

What are UK interest rates and when will they fall?

Bank of England interest rates affect the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57764601 Bank of England interest rates affect the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57764601#1 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 13:34:43 GMT

UK borrowing higher than expected in February

Borrowing was £8.4bn amid higher benefits payments, including cost-of-living support. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68610677 Borrowing was £8.4bn amid higher benefits payments, including cost-of-living support. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68610677#0 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:46:59 GMT

US holds interest rates steady but signals cuts ahead

Forecasts from the Federal Reserve show officials still expect cuts by the end of the year. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68619144 Forecasts from the Federal Reserve show officials still expect cuts by the end of the year. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68619144#1 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 20:03:33 GMT

UK economy to 'bounce back' in 2024, says Sunak

The prime minister tells the BBC the economy has "turned a corner" as he is challenged on rising bills. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68617291 The prime minister tells the BBC the economy has "turned a corner" as he is challenged on rising bills. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68617291#1 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 17:20:13 GMT

Brain-chip patient plays online chess - Neuralink

Noland Arbaugh, who is paralysed below the shoulders, received a chip implant in January. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68622781 Noland Arbaugh, who is paralysed below the shoulders, received a chip implant in January. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68622781#0 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 05:59:28 GMT

Easter eggs may cost more as climate change bites

Chocolate prices rise in the run up to Easter after high temperatures curb cocoa crops in West Africa. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-68619912 Chocolate prices rise in the run up to Easter after high temperatures curb cocoa crops in West Africa. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-68619912#0 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 06:00:00 GMT

Women's state pension report set to be published

Campaigners impacted by rises in the state pension retirement age are hoping for compensation. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68622764 Campaigners impacted by rises in the state pension retirement age are hoping for compensation. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68622764#0 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 05:32:45 GMT

Train drivers set to strike again in April

Drivers at 16 train companies will take part in rolling one-day strikes between 5 and 8 April. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68617288 Drivers at 16 train companies will take part in rolling one-day strikes between 5 and 8 April. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68617288#1 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 15:18:33 GMT

India in undersea race to mine world’s battery metal

The country has applied for two new licences to explore the deep seabed in parts of the Indian Ocean. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-68613351 The country has applied for two new licences to explore the deep seabed in parts of the Indian Ocean. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-68613351#2 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 00:29:26 GMT

Food and eating out costs drive fall in inflation

February's drop to 3.4% means the cost of living is now rising at its slowest pace since September 2021. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68597055 February's drop to 3.4% means the cost of living is now rising at its slowest pace since September 2021. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68597055#1 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 12:46:07 GMT

Post Office wanted expert witness to alter report

A draft report that may have undermined the prosecution case was changed, documents seen by the BBC show. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-68606121 A draft report that may have undermined the prosecution case was changed, documents seen by the BBC show. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-68606121#0 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 00:30:45 GMT

HMRC drops decision to close self-assessment helpline

The move comes less than a day after it said the self-assessment helpline would shut for six months. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68616330 The move comes less than a day after it said the self-assessment helpline would shut for six months. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68616330#1 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 14:46:57 GMT

Reddit share sale values the platform at $6.4bn

The company priced its shares at the top of a marketed range before the start of trading on Thursday. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68610711 The company priced its shares at the top of a marketed range before the start of trading on Thursday. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68610711#0 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 01:01:32 GMT

Greggs shops reopen after payment problem fixed

All of the bakery chain's stores hit by an earlier technical glitch are now trading as normal, Greggs says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68614636 All of the bakery chain's stores hit by an earlier technical glitch are now trading as normal, Greggs says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68614636#1 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 15:15:10 GMT

Bank of England expected to hold interest rates

The Bank is widely expected to keep rates at 5.25% for now, but cut them later in the year. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68618436 The Bank is widely expected to keep rates at 5.25% for now, but cut them later in the year. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68618436#0 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 00:06:15 GMT

Production at Alstom set to stop with jobs at risk

Alstom says 3,000 jobs in Derby are at risk, adding there would be an impact on the wider supply chain. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-derbyshire-68615500 Alstom says 3,000 jobs in Derby are at risk, adding there would be an impact on the wider supply chain. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-derbyshire-68615500#1 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 14:09:23 GMT

US holds interest rates steady but signals cuts ahead

Forecasts from the Federal Reserve show officials still expect cuts by the end of the year. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68619144 Forecasts from the Federal Reserve show officials still expect cuts by the end of the year. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68619144#0 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 18:12:55 GMT

UK economy to 'bounce back' in 2024, says Sunak

The prime minister says the economy has "turned a corner" as he challenged on rising bills. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68617291 The prime minister says the economy has "turned a corner" as he challenged on rising bills. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68617291#0 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 17:20:13 GMT

Aldi's 'cheapest Christmas dinner' claim misleading

Complaints from rival Sainsbury's over Aldi's price claims are upheld by the Advertising Standards Authority. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68607878 Complaints from rival Sainsbury's over Aldi's price claims are upheld by the Advertising Standards Authority. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68607878#1 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 00:02:50 GMT

Ted Baker jobs at risk as administrators appointed

Ted Baker will continue to trade and customer orders will be fulfilled. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68580956 Ted Baker will continue to trade and customer orders will be fulfilled. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68580956#1 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 17:44:33 GMT

What are UK interest rates and when will they fall?

Bank of England interest rates affect the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57764601 Bank of England interest rates affect the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57764601#0 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 13:34:43 GMT

Train drivers set to strike again in April

Drivers at 16 train companies will take part in rolling one-day strikes between 5 and 8 April. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68617288 Drivers at 16 train companies will take part in rolling one-day strikes between 5 and 8 April. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68617288#0 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 12:05:59 GMT

Tesco forced to change Clubcard logo after Lidl row

The supermarket giant has to change its yellow circle logo after a ruling it infringed Lidl's trademark. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68607823 The supermarket giant has to change its yellow circle logo after a ruling it infringed Lidl's trademark. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68607823#1 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 18:17:49 GMT

Production at Alstom set to stop with jobs at risk

Alstom says 3,000 jobs in Derby are at risk, adding there would be an impact on the wider supply chain. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-derbyshire-68615500 Alstom says 3,000 jobs in Derby are at risk, adding there would be an impact on the wider supply chain. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-derbyshire-68615500#0 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 11:41:52 GMT

Gucci sales to fall by 20% due to Asia slowdown

It is estimated to get more than a third of its sales from China, whose economy has been struggling. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68613144 It is estimated to get more than a third of its sales from China, whose economy has been struggling. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68613144#1 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 04:42:43 GMT

Tube drivers to strike in April and May - Aslef

Train drivers' union Aslef says 98% of its Tube drivers voted in favour of two 24-hour walkouts. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-68614493 Train drivers' union Aslef says 98% of its Tube drivers voted in favour of two 24-hour walkouts. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-68614493#0 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 10:46:24 GMT

HMRC reverses decision to close telephone helpline

The move comes less than a day after it said the self-assessment helpline would shut for six months. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68616330 The move comes less than a day after it said the self-assessment helpline would shut for six months. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68616330#0 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 11:13:37 GMT

How Temu is shaking up the world of online shopping

Despite controversy China's Temu is becoming a global online shopping force. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68563339 Despite controversy China's Temu is becoming a global online shopping force. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68563339#2 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:09:28 GMT

Greggs stores shut after IT issue hits payments

It is understood a problem with card payments means stores have closed or gone cash only. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68614636 It is understood a problem with card payments means stores have closed or gone cash only. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68614636#0 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 09:00:31 GMT

'Impossible trade-offs' if no UK growth - Reeves

Rachel Reeves says Labour is "under no illusions" of the challenge if voted in. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68602668 Rachel Reeves says Labour is "under no illusions" of the challenge if voted in. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68602668#1 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 21:46:13 GMT

Inflation drops to lowest level in over two years

February's drop to 3.4% means the cost of living is now at its lowest level since September 2021. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68597055 February's drop to 3.4% means the cost of living is now at its lowest level since September 2021. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68597055#0 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 07:07:21 GMT

Chancellor hints at October general election

The PM has already said his "working assumption" is a poll will be held in the second half of this year. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68612041 The PM has already said his "working assumption" is a poll will be held in the second half of this year. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68612041#1 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 19:08:59 GMT

Latest inflation figures to be announced

The latest figures are due to be published at 07:00 by the Office for National Statistics. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/business-68581526 The latest figures are due to be published at 07:00 by the Office for National Statistics. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/business-68581526#0 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 06:05:08 GMT

Gucci sales to fall by 20% due to Asia slowdown

It is estimated to get more than a third of its sales from China, whose economy has been struggling. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68613144 It is estimated to get more than a third of its sales from China, whose economy has been struggling. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68613144#0 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 04:42:43 GMT

HMRC will close tax helpline for half the year

Taxpayers seeking help with self-assessment will need to use online services from 8 April to 30 September. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68606722 Taxpayers seeking help with self-assessment will need to use online services from 8 April to 30 September. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68606722#1 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 12:43:42 GMT

Electricity upgrade plan includes miles of pylons

New undersea cables and on shore power lines including pylons could add up to £30 a year to energy bills, a new plan suggests. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68601354 New undersea cables and on shore power lines including pylons could add up to £30 a year to energy bills, a new plan suggests. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68601354#1 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 11:12:41 GMT

Aldi's cheapest Christmas dinner claim misleading

Complaints from rival Sainsbury's over Aldi's price claims are upheld by the Advertising Standards Authority. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68607878 Complaints from rival Sainsbury's over Aldi's price claims are upheld by the Advertising Standards Authority. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68607878#0 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 00:02:50 GMT

Magnum-owner to cut jobs and split off ice cream

Unilever is to shed 7,500 jobs worldwide and spin off its unit which makes Ben & Jerry's and Viennetta. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68595206 Unilever is to shed 7,500 jobs worldwide and spin off its unit which makes Ben & Jerry's and Viennetta. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68595206#1 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:36:50 GMT

Chancellor hints at October general election

The PM has already said his "working assumption" is a poll will be held in the second half of this year. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68612041 The PM has already said his "working assumption" is a poll will be held in the second half of this year. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68612041#0 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 19:08:59 GMT

JD Sports accused of 'irresponsible' motorbike ad

The retailer has come under fire for an advert showing motorcyclists wearing trainers and doing wheelies. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68600346 The retailer has come under fire for an advert showing motorcyclists wearing trainers and doing wheelies. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68600346#1 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 07:43:04 GMT

Ted Baker owner set to appoint administrators

The US owner of Ted Baker intends to put the fashion firm into administration. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68580956 The US owner of Ted Baker intends to put the fashion firm into administration. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68580956#0 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 14:20:37 GMT

Japan raises rates for first time in 17 years

The central bank had previously cut the rate below zero to try and stimulate Japan's stagnating economy. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68594141 The central bank had previously cut the rate below zero to try and stimulate Japan's stagnating economy. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68594141#1 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:52:40 GMT

Tesco loses Lidl legal battle over Clubcard logo

The supermarket giant has to change its yellow circle logo after a ruling it infringed Lidl's trademark. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68607823 The supermarket giant has to change its yellow circle logo after a ruling it infringed Lidl's trademark. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68607823#0 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 12:55:54 GMT

Evergrande and its founder accused of $78bn fraud

Former billionaire Hui Ka Yan has been fined and faces being banned from the financial markets for life. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68603195 Former billionaire Hui Ka Yan has been fined and faces being banned from the financial markets for life. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68603195#1 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 01:14:06 GMT

HMRC will close tax helpline for half the year

Taxpayers seeking help with self-assessment will need to use online services from 8 April to 30 September. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68606722 Taxpayers seeking help with self-assessment will need to use online services from 8 April to 30 September. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68606722#0 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 12:43:42 GMT

Nvidia unveils latest artificial intelligence chip

The firm has benefited from the AI boom, making it the third-most valuable company in the US. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68603198 The firm has benefited from the AI boom, making it the third-most valuable company in the US. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68603198#1 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 02:38:11 GMT

Unilever to split off ice cream business

Wall's, Ben & Jerry's and Magnum are among the brands that will be spun-off as part of a restructuring plan. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68595206 Wall's, Ben & Jerry's and Magnum are among the brands that will be spun-off as part of a restructuring plan. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68595206#0 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 07:54:13 GMT

Is TikTok really a danger to the West?

Calls in the US for a ban on TikTok have reignited the global debate about its cyber-security risks. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-64797355 Calls in the US for a ban on TikTok have reignited the global debate about its cyber-security risks. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-64797355#1 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:05:59 GMT

Japan rates hiked as its inflation wish comes true

The move marks the first time the country's central bank has raised interest rates for 17 years. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68594141 The move marks the first time the country's central bank has raised interest rates for 17 years. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68594141#0 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 03:42:23 GMT

Tata shutting down ovens over stability concerns

Steel unions say they have known of concerns about the condition of the coke ovens for some time. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68600179 Steel unions say they have known of concerns about the condition of the coke ovens for some time. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68600179#1 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:06:07 GMT

Nvidia unveils latest artificial intelligence chip

The firm has benefited from the AI boom, making it the third-most valuable company in the US. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68603198 The firm has benefited from the AI boom, making it the third-most valuable company in the US. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68603198#0 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 02:38:11 GMT

Evergrande and its founder accused of $78bn fraud

Former billionaire Hui Ka Yan has been fined and banned from the financial market for life. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68603195 Former billionaire Hui Ka Yan has been fined and banned from the financial market for life. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68603195#0 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 01:14:06 GMT

Fraud trial of British tech tycoon begins in US

Autonomy founder Mike Lynch is accused of fraudulently inflating the value of his software firm. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68599243 Autonomy founder Mike Lynch is accused of fraudulently inflating the value of his software firm. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68599243#1 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 19:57:54 GMT

How Temu is shaking up the world of online shopping

Despite controversy China's Temu is becoming a global online shopping force. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68563339 Despite controversy China's Temu is becoming a global online shopping force. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68563339#0 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:09:28 GMT

Is TikTok really a danger to the West?

Calls in the US for a ban on TikTok have reignited the global debate about its cyber-security risks. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-64797355 Calls in the US for a ban on TikTok have reignited the global debate about its cyber-security risks. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-64797355#0 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:05:59 GMT

JD Sports ad attracts motorbike safety complaints

The retailer has come under fire for an advert showing motorcyclists wearing trainers and doing wheelies. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68600346 The retailer has come under fire for an advert showing motorcyclists wearing trainers and doing wheelies. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68600346#0 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:05:03 GMT

Energy grid needs £60bn upgrade to hit green target

New undersea cables and power lines could add up to £30 a year to energy bills, a new plan suggests. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68601354 New undersea cables and power lines could add up to £30 a year to energy bills, a new plan suggests. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68601354#0 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:04:42 GMT

New chapter ahead, Reeves promises business

At a key lecture in the City of London, the shadow chancellor will also vow to reform the Treasury. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68602668 At a key lecture in the City of London, the shadow chancellor will also vow to reform the Treasury. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68602668#0 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:12:29 GMT

Fraud trial of British tech tycoon begins in US

Autonomy founder Mike Lynch is accused of fraudulently inflating the value of his software firm. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68599243 Autonomy founder Mike Lynch is accused of fraudulently inflating the value of his software firm. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68599243#0 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:43:02 GMT

Tata Steel announces closure of coke ovens

Steel unions say they have known of concerns about the condition of the coke ovens for some time. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68600179 Steel unions say they have known of concerns about the condition of the coke ovens for some time. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68600179#0 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:59:42 GMT

What is a heat pump and how much do they cost?

The financial support to help households replace their gas boilers with heat pumps is increasing. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-57159056 The financial support to help households replace their gas boilers with heat pumps is increasing. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-57159056#2 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 12:33:24 GMT

Uber agrees $178m payout to Australia taxi drivers

The class action was brought on behalf of more than 8,000 taxi and hire car owners and drivers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68594134 The class action was brought on behalf of more than 8,000 taxi and hire car owners and drivers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68594134#1 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 03:50:05 GMT

Sainsbury's deliveries cancelled over tech issues

Sainsbury's cancels deliveries due on Saturday as Tesco also apologises over cancellations. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-68584235 Sainsbury's cancels deliveries due on Saturday as Tesco also apologises over cancellations. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-68584235#1 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 19:14:36 GMT

'My vet wanted £120 for a cream. Total rip off'

Pet owners and vets reveal their thoughts after a watchdog warns customers could be overpaying. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68563427 Pet owners and vets reveal their thoughts after a watchdog warns customers could be overpaying. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68563427#1 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 03:07:58 GMT

How much trouble is Boeing in?

The US plane giant is under pressure from regulators and airlines, and its reputation is badly damaged. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68573686 The US plane giant is under pressure from regulators and airlines, and its reputation is badly damaged. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68573686#1 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 02:11:20 GMT

Star Wars' Millennium Falcon features on new 50p

A new series of coins made at the Royal Mint is dedicated to the iconic Star Wars vehicles. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68594916 A new series of coins made at the Royal Mint is dedicated to the iconic Star Wars vehicles. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-68594916#0 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 08:00:31 GMT

'I sat inches away from US plane's mid-air blowout'

Cuong Tran says the seatbelt saved his life as a gaping fuselage hole suddenly appeared after take-off. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68583149 Cuong Tran says the seatbelt saved his life as a gaping fuselage hole suddenly appeared after take-off. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68583149#0 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 09:30:37 GMT

Boeing plane lands without panel in Oregon

No-one is injured after the 737-800 lands without an external panel, which went unnoticed in flight. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68584134 No-one is injured after the 737-800 lands without an external panel, which went unnoticed in flight. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68584134#1 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 12:15:19 GMT

Uber agrees $178m payout to Australia taxi drivers

The class action was brought on behalf of more than 8,000 taxi and hire car owners and drivers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68594134 The class action was brought on behalf of more than 8,000 taxi and hire car owners and drivers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68594134#0 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 03:50:05 GMT

EU backs law against forced labour in supply chains

Critics say the draft law - also targeting environmental abuse - is too weak to be really effective. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-68583189 Critics say the draft law - also targeting environmental abuse - is too weak to be really effective. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-68583189#1 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 02:01:04 GMT

Government told heat pump sales need massive jump

The spending watchdog says the costs remain too high and public awareness of the technology remains low. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-68575271 The spending watchdog says the costs remain too high and public awareness of the technology remains low. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-68575271#0 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 00:14:59 GMT

New mortgage deals being pulled within days

Homeowners and buyers have more choice than at any time for 16 years but little time to make up their minds. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68574065 Homeowners and buyers have more choice than at any time for 16 years but little time to make up their minds. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68574065#0 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 00:02:09 GMT

M25 reopens eight hours ahead of schedule

The unprecedented daytime closure had closed one of the country's busiest stretches of motorway. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-surrey-68593967 The unprecedented daytime closure had closed one of the country's busiest stretches of motorway. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-surrey-68593967#0 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 22:45:06 GMT

HelloFresh denies taking money after accounts closed

Some customers say their accounts with the food box firm were reactivated and money taken without consent. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68274164 Some customers say their accounts with the food box firm were reactivated and money taken without consent. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68274164#1 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 09:55:50 GMT

'Good progress' on M25 as Monday rush hour looms

The unprecedented daytime closure affects one of the country's busiest stretches of motorway. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-surrey-68590446 The unprecedented daytime closure affects one of the country's busiest stretches of motorway. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-surrey-68590446#0 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 10:04:21 GMT

Norfolk County Council beats Apple in iPhone row

The local authority - and others - had accused the tech giant of misleading shareholders. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68580235 The local authority - and others - had accused the tech giant of misleading shareholders. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-68580235#1 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 17:57:26 GMT

'My vet wanted £120 for a cream. Total rip off'

Pet owners and vets reveal their thoughts after a watchdog warns customers could be overpaying. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68563427 Pet owners and vets reveal their thoughts after a watchdog warns customers could be overpaying. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68563427#0 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 03:07:58 GMT

'My vet wanted £120 for a cream. Total rip off'

Pet owners and vets reveal their thoughts after a watchdog warns customers could be overpaying. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68563427 Pet owners and vets reveal their thoughts after a watchdog warns customers could be overpaying. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68563427#2 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 03:07:58 GMT

Vogue's new editor says she has 'big shoes to fill'

Chioma Nnadi replaces Edward Enninful, who broke boundaries at the fashion magazine. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68515448 Chioma Nnadi replaces Edward Enninful, who broke boundaries at the fashion magazine. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68515448#1 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 22:00:52 GMT

How much trouble is Boeing in?

The US plane giant is under pressure from regulators and airlines, and its reputation is badly damaged. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68573686 The US plane giant is under pressure from regulators and airlines, and its reputation is badly damaged. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68573686#0 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 02:11:20 GMT