Wine drinkers face higher prices and less choice, firm warns
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 31, 2022
Proposed changes to alcohol duty could also push smaller firms out of business, a wine seller warns. Read More
Air passengers promised fairer deal in compensation shake-up
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 31, 2022
Under new plans, travellers could claim for delays of more than an hour, down from three hours currently. Read More
Macau police arrest leading casino boss amid crackdown
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 31, 2022
Macau Legend Development's share price plunged by as much as 30% in Hong Kong on Monday. Read More
Concerns over food shortages as CO2 deal ends
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 31, 2022
Food and drink firms are warning supplies could be hit unless government subsidies continue. Read More
Brexit: UK plan to remove EU law sparks nations' anger
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 31, 2022
The UK government says the plan will cut red tape - but devolved nations are unhappy with the move. Read More
How the high cost of living is hitting Singapore's poor
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 31, 2022
Asia's rising food costs are hitting the region's poor, despite the fall in rice prices in 2021. Read More
Spotify: Streaming giant announces plans to clamp down on Covid misinformation
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 31, 2022
The streaming giant says it will add warnings to all podcasts discussing Covid-19 on its platform. Read More
National Insurance: Rise will squeeze budgets - CBI
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 30, 2022
Businesses say they don't support increasing National Insurance as they recover from Covid's impact. Read More
Energy crisis: How countries are dealing with rising prices
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 30, 2022
From cash handouts to price caps, other countries are using a variety of measures to combat soaring gas prices. Read More
Cost of living: Will parents spend less on kids' toys?
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 30, 2022
Families will cut spending on many things before toys but soaring bills may put this to the test. Read More
National Insurance: Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak confirm rise from April
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 30, 2022
An employee on £20,000 a year will pay an extra £89 in tax, while someone on £50,000 will pay £464. Read More
Graduates in England facing tax rise by stealth, says IFS
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 29, 2022
The warning from the IFS comes as the threshold for repaying student loans is frozen this year. Read More
Mike Lynch: Priti Patel approves extradition of Autonomy founder
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 29, 2022
Mike Lynch lost a multibillion-dollar fraud action on Friday over the sale of Autonomy in 2011. Read More
Where are Britain's missing million workers?
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 29, 2022
With vacancies at a record high, many firms are suffering from a shortage of skilled workers. Read More
Storm Arwen: 'I was left without broadband for seven weeks'
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 29, 2022
A holiday firm owner says he lost bookings because of the time it took to restore an internet link. Read More
The scramble for cargo aircraft as shipping costs soar
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 29, 2022
Cargo aircraft are being rushed into service amid a worldwide shortage in shipping capacity. Read More
Grenfell: Gove calls for insurance probe as costs soar
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 28, 2022
Housing secretary says the market is failing leaseholders as premiums rise after the Grenfell tragedy. Read More
US bans telecom giant China Unicom over spying concerns
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 28, 2022
China Unicom is the latest Chinese company to be banned in the US over national security concerns. Read More
Dover queues: The firms struggling with Brexit red tape
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 28, 2022
A month after more post-Brexit paperwork came into force, many drivers and firms are having problems. Read More
Winter Olympics: Global sponsors quiet ahead of Beijing Games
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 28, 2022
A week before the Beijing Games start, global partners are lying low. Read More
Millions yet to file tax return as scammers circle
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 28, 2022
HMRC says 3.5 million people are still to file, but it will not fine those who are up to a month late. Read More
Apple sales soar despite supply constraints
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 28, 2022
The iPhone giant's business has boomed during the pandemic. Read More
Former traders cleared of US rate rigging
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 28, 2022
Matthew Connolly and Gavin Black have been acquitted of rate rigging by a US court. Read More
Jobseekers must widen job search more quickly
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 27, 2022
Those on Universal Credit must look for work outside their chosen field quicker or face sanctions. Read More
Car production falls to lowest level since 1956
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 27, 2022
Car makers hit by pandemic-related chip and staff shortages, and the closure of a major car plant. Read More
Road to net zero will cost trillions a year, report says
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 27, 2022
Huge investment in clean energy and agriculture needed to combat climate change, McKinsey says. Read More
Network Rail bets on mindfulness to lure commuters back
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 27, 2022
Free hot drinks and other perks are on offer as train bosses try to get passenger numbers back on track. Read More
Government pledges £100m for Sizewell nuclear site
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 27, 2022
But the investment does not commit the government to approving the £20bn power plant in Suffolk. Read More
US Federal Reserve says rate rise 'appropriate' soon
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 27, 2022
The US central bank is under pressure to rein in rapid price increases in the US. Read More
Covid fraud: Rishi Sunak denies writing off stolen support funds
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 27, 2022
Rishi Sunak says the government will "do everything we can" to recover billions stolen by fraudsters. Read More
Key workers face cost of living squeeze, TUC warns
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 26, 2022
It will be a "hammer blow" to morale if pay fails to keep up with inflation, the trades union body says. Read More
Autonomous-car 'users not legally accountable' call
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 26, 2022
If anything goes wrong, the company behind the driving system would be responsible, rather than the driver. Read More
Why Italy's new president could make or break economy
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 26, 2022
Foreign investors are hoping for a candidate who will ensure political stability. Read More
AI: Why chefs are turning to artificial intelligence
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 26, 2022
How a robot is being used in the highly specialised business of creating flavours. Read More
Government borrowed less than expected in December
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 25, 2022
Borrowing hit £16.8bn last month as pandemic support for the economy continues. Read More
Cost of living: How oil heating price rise is worrying families
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 25, 2022
More than 1.5 million UK householders rely on oil for heating, with some seeing 50% price rises. Read More
The Beatles and John Lennon memorabilia to be sold as NFTs
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 25, 2022
John Lennon's eldest son Julian will keep the physical items as he sells digital versions of them. Read More
‘They were like bandits’ - how did the rich get richer?
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 25, 2022
Did a Bank of England policy to save the UK economy during the financial crash make the wealthiest people even wealthier? Read More
Marmite maker to cut thousands of jobs worldwide
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 25, 2022
Unilever, which also makes Dove soap and PG Tips, will cut the roles in more than 100 countries. Read More
António Horta-Osório: The banker who can't stay out of the headlines
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 25, 2022
One of the UK's best-known banking bosses, António Horta-Osório is used to good - and bad - headlines. Read More
State pension age crucial for lower earners
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 25, 2022
Low earners are more likely to keep working for longer when the state pension age rises, a report finds. Read More
Like a drone that you sit in – but would you feel safe?
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 24, 2022
Personal drones that can transport one or two passengers will soon be available for anyone to buy. Read More
Vaccine mandates: 'I lost my job for being unvaccinated'
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 24, 2022
Covid-19 vaccine mandates face stiff resistance in the US, where they are clashing with national ideals of personal freedom. Read More
The people deciding to ditch their smartphones
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 24, 2022
The smartphone users who are ditching their handsets to take back more control of their lives. Read More
John Lewis says it is wrong to cut sick pay for unjabbed staff
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 24, 2022
Unlike rivals, the retailer says all staff get full sick pay regardless of vaccination status. Read More
Major investor will target bosses at firms failing on climate
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 23, 2022
Aviva Investors will vote to get directors kicked out of firms that fail on sustainability goals. Read More
Inflation: Four things rising in price and why
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 23, 2022
From skincare products to used cars - the items that tell the story of the cost of living crisis. Read More
Police response to £25,000 fraud branded woeful
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 22, 2022
Inspectorate criticises the police after only one of 69 victims of a fraud has their case investigated. Read More
First-time buyer: 'I couldn't keep paying so much rent'
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 22, 2022
There were a record number of first-time buyers in 2021, figures from lender Halifax suggest. Read More
Toyota Land Cruiser customers in Japan face four-year wait
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 21, 2022
The firm also said it will slow production at up to 11 plants in Japan due to rising Covid infections. Read More
Women's state pension shortfalls a shameful shambles, MPs say
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 21, 2022
A damning report says errors could be repeated after 134,000 people were underpaid their state pension. Read More
Britishvolt: Electric car battery plant gets government funding
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 21, 2022
Britishvolt says the money unlocks huge private investment for a protect that will create thousands of jobs. Read More
Trains told to get rid of torrent of 'Tannoy spam'
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 21, 2022
Rail chiefs are set to get rid of unnecessary on-board announcements to make journeys more peaceful. Read More
Covid test firm urges end to tests for travellers
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 21, 2022
Collinson, which also runs airport lounges and other travel services, thinks tests are bad for business. Read More
Netflix faces rocky road after pandemic wins
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 21, 2022
The firm's membership growth slowed significantly last year after surging at the beginning of the pandemic. Read More
Peloton shares dive on report it halted production
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 21, 2022
The firm's shares fell more than 20% as investors worry that demand for its pricey exercise machines is waning. Read More
Primark to cut 400 store management jobs
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 20, 2022
The retailer saw sales fall as the spread of Omicron cut the number of visitors to its shops. Read More
Superdry to lift prices despite influencer boost
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 20, 2022
The retailer says customers can expect price rises and no sales in its shops because of rising costs. Read More
Property shares in Hong Kong jump after China cuts key mortgage rate
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 20, 2022
The central bank's move comes as concerns grow about a slowdown in the world's second largest economy. Read More
Brewdog flouted US laws over beer imports
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 20, 2022
Scottish beer giant shipped hundreds of kegs of beer to America which had not been legally approved. Read More
Donald Trump investigation reveals new details of alleged fraud
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 20, 2022
New documents accuse the ex-president's business of misreporting asset values to get loans and tax breaks. Read More
Harry and Meghan misused in fake investment endorsement
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 20, 2022
Financial watchdog warns of rising worries about investment scams using fake celebrity support. Read More
Cost of living rises at fastest pace for 30 years
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 19, 2022
The UK's cost of living surged by 5.4% in the 12 months to December, hitting its highest level since 1992. Read More
More expats may quit Hong Kong over its tough Covid laws: Survey
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 19, 2022
The American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong pointed to border closures as an issue for those surveyed. Read More
Sony slides on Microsoft-Activision Blizzard tie-up plan
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 19, 2022
The deal would be a major step for Microsoft's Xbox gaming brand in its battle against Sony's PlayStation. Read More
Dairylea cheese ad banned for showing girl eating upside down
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 19, 2022
Fourteen people complained about the advert, including one viewer who said a toddler had copied it. Read More
What can we do to get more women into coding?
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 19, 2022
How visual, auditory and kinesthetic tools used to teach kids coding should be adapted for adults. Read More
How Gen Z is dealing with cost of living crisis
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 19, 2022
The rising cost of living is affecting everyone - but it's been particularly tough on young people. Read More
UK job vacancies hit new high after furlough ends
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 18, 2022
The number of jobs on offer rose to 1.24 million but wage growth slowed and is below inflation. Read More
China's Xi Jinping defends 'common prosperity' crackdowns
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 18, 2022
The Chinese leader made the comments during an address to the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting. Read More
Hong Kong police charge two former aircrew over Covid rules
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 18, 2022
If convicted, the two former flight attendants could face up to six months in prison. Read More
Morrisons confirms sick pay cut for unvaccinated staff
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 18, 2022
The supermarket joins a list of firms which pay the legal minimum to unvaccinated staff obliged to isolate. Read More
Pension Wise: MPs call for automatic pension help appointments
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 18, 2022
Savers are struggling to navigate the "pensions minefield" and need more support, according to MPs. Read More
How delivery apps created 'the Netflix of food ordering'
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 18, 2022
Innovative food delivery apps offer everything from multiple restaurant orders to home chef cuisine. Read More
Unilever looks set to continue pursuing £50bn-plus mega-merger
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 17, 2022
The maker of Marmite and PG Tips says buying GlaxoSmithKline's healthcare arm would be a "strong fit". Read More
China cuts interest rates as economic growth slows
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 17, 2022
Compared to a year earlier, the economy grew 4% in the last three months of 2021, official figures show. Read More
Funeral costs drop for first time in 18 years
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 17, 2022
A report says the cost fell by 3.1% but the cheapest type of funeral - a direct cremation - rose in price. Read More
Credit Suisse chairman resigns after company probe
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 17, 2022
Antonio Horta-Osorio was reportedly found to have broken the UK's Covid-19 quarantine rules. Read More
Wealth of world's 10 richest men doubled in pandemic, Oxfam says
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 17, 2022
Covid-19 has made the rich richer while poverty has increased, the charity Oxfam says. Read More
Energy bills: 'It feels like I'm sleeping outside'
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 17, 2022
People tell of their struggles to cope, with energy bills set to soar by more than £700 this year. Read More
Cladding crisis: Norwegian wealth fund urged to pressure firms and builders
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 17, 2022
Grenfell survivors have asked a huge public fund to have 11 firms "resolve" buildings' fire safety defects. Read More
Will ScotWind auction deliver a renewables revolution?
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 16, 2022
Over the next decade or so these new offshore wind farm sites could supercharge renewable energy capacity. Read More
Marmite-owner Unilever bids for GSK's consumer arm
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 15, 2022
Analysts say a successful bid would represent one of the biggest ever deals involving firms trading in London. Read More
Ex-supermarket boss Lord Sainsbury of Preston Candover dies at 94
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 15, 2022
The company's current chief executive described John Sainsbury as a "shopkeeper to his core". Read More
Jailed 'Pharma Bro' Martin Shkreli ordered to repay $64m
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 15, 2022
Martin Shkreli has also been barred from the US pharmaceutical industry for life. Read More
Tesla starts accepting once-joke cryptocurrency Dogecoin
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 14, 2022
Elon Musk's plans send the value of the cryptocurrency soaring. Read More
YouTube rich list: MrBeast was the highest-paid star of 2021
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 14, 2022
Between them, the 10 highest-paid YouTubers raked in $300m last year. Read More
E.On apologises for sending socks to customers
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 14, 2022
It is the second major supplier in a week to admit a marketing gaffe as customers face rocketing bills. Read More
Meta faces billion-pound class-action case
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 14, 2022
Facebook's 44 million UK users could share £2.3bn in damages, a competition expert intending to sue Meta says Read More
UK and India launch trade talks 'worth billions'
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 14, 2022
Britain says a deal could be worth billions of pounds and almost double exports to India by 2035. Read More
Marks & Spencer: Midget Gems change name after academic's campaign
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 13, 2022
A Liverpool disability academic told M&S the word midget has its roots in Victorian freak shows. Read More
French holiday bookings surge after rule change
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 13, 2022
The easing of French travel restrictions has led to an immediate increase in holiday bookings, operators say. Read More
Ovo Energy tells staff it will cut a quarter of its workforce
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 13, 2022
The country's third largest energy provider is making cuts related its acquisition of SSE in 2019. Read More
Next cuts sick pay for unvaccinated staff forced to self-isolate
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 13, 2022
The retailer changes its sick pay rules as employers face soaring absences due to Omicron. Read More
Christmas sales soar for Marks & Spencer and Tesco
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 13, 2022
M&S's food business records its best-ever festive sales while Tesco boasted of 'exceptional' demand. Read More
Covid-19: France to relax travel rules from the UK
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 13, 2022
Vaccinated travellers will no longer need a compelling reason to enter France, or have to isolate. Read More
Kim Kardashian sued in crypto 'pump and dump' case
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 13, 2022
The star is one of three celebrity defendants being sued by investors in the EthereumMax crypto-currency.. Read More
A trade deal with India in 2022 would be a big prize
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 13, 2022
The UK is starting ambitious negotiations with India, but that won't solve the problems with its overall trade strategy. Read More
'Firefighting is not all about saving cats in trees'
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 13, 2022
One young firefighter describes what the day-to-day is really like. And what it takes to get hired. Read More
Why warehouses are Asia's new hot property
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 13, 2022
Online retailers are moving to bigger facilities and increasingly relying on automation to meet demand. Read More
US will remove UK steel tariffs 'when the time is right'
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 13, 2022
Trump-era steel tariffs remain in place on UK exports, though they have been removed for EU products. Read More
Pret boosts pay to £10 per hour for thousands of staff
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 12, 2022
The sandwich chain Pret A Manger is boosting its pay rates for the second time in four months. Read More
US inflation rate hits near 40-year high
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 12, 2022
Inflation rate rises by 7% in December, piling more pressure on the US central bank to raise interest rates. Read More
Pensions and benefits must rise to meet cost of living, says IFS
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 12, 2022
A think tank says a temporary rise would help 10 million people facing hardship, but at a heavy cost. Read More
Covid: Government's PPE VIP lane unlawful, court rules
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 12, 2022
A High Court judge says it was unlawful to give two companies preferential treatment. Read More
Ovo Energy boss blames bad day for ‘ridiculous’ advice
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 12, 2022
Ovo Energy chief tells the BBC he expects to be apologising for some time over advice on staying warn. Read More
British Gas owner warns energy crisis to last two years
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 12, 2022
The boss of Centrica says there is "no reason" to expect gas prices to come down anytime soon. Read More
UK delays more all-lane smart motorways for five years
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 12, 2022
More safety data is needed before more hard shoulders are made into traffic lanes, government says. Read More
How the soaring cost of living is hitting Sri Lankans hard
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 12, 2022
Rising food and fuel prices are making daily life tougher for many ordinary people in Sri Lanka. Read More
The controversy of wood pellets as a green energy source
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 12, 2022
Wood pellets are touted as a 'green' way to make electricity, but many reject these claims. Read More
Many postmasters still in the dark over justice
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 11, 2022
The Post Office has been unable to contact 126 people who were convicted on the basis of flawed evidence. Read More
World Bank warns global economy faces grim outlook
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 11, 2022
The bank predicts a "pronounced slowdown", with global economic growth falling to 4.1% this year Read More
DFDS ferry boss warns of 20 mile queues at Dover if checks do not ease
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 11, 2022
Chris Parker says it "won't work" to have increased passenger numbers with current restrictions. Read More
£150,000 starting salaries as firms fight for staff
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 11, 2022
A shortage of talent is driving up wages worldwide, says professional recruitment firm Robert Walters. Read More
Heathrow Airport suffers 600,000 cancellations in December
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 11, 2022
Fresh travel restrictions sparked a wave of cancelled bookings at Britain's busiest airport. Read More
The AI software that could turn you in to a music star
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 11, 2022
Artificial intelligence is now smart enough to write tracks that earn streaming service royalties. Read More
The AI software that could turn you in to a music star
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 11, 2022
Artificial intelligence is now smart enough to write tracks that earn streaming service royalties. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt...Read More
Tesla adds chill and assertive self-driving modes
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 11, 2022
An update to Tesla cars adds a mode to follow other cars more closely and to slow rather than stop. Read More
Ikea cuts sick pay for unvaccinated staff forced to self-isolate
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 10, 2022
The retail giant joins a growing list of firms changing their rules as staff absences and costs begin to bite. Read More
Cladding: Developers told to act on lower-height buildings
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 10, 2022
Developers who do not remove cladding on buildings 11-18m high could face legal action, the government says. Read More
Cladding: Michael Gove to vow to pursue firms behind safety problems
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 10, 2022
The housing secretary will set out measures to force developers to pay for cladding removal. Read More
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka asks China to restructure its debt
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 10, 2022
The country has been experiencing a severe debt and foreign exchange crisis in recent months. Read More
Energy bills: Fix insulation to tackle cost of heating, PM told
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 10, 2022
An industry group is calling for more funding for home improvements to help bring down the cost of heating homes. Read More
Virgin and O2 users to not face EU roaming charges
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 10, 2022
Virgin Media O2 says it will not reintroduce fees for mobile data use and calls in EU countries. Read More
What is the biggest challenge for your business in 2022?
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 10, 2022
What are industry leaders planning for in the coming year. Read More
Scrap business rates due to energy costs - Labour
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 10, 2022
A windfall tax on gas and oil producers would help firms struggling with bills, Labour says. Read More
Morrisons scraps 'use by' date on milk in favour of sniff test
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 09, 2022
The supermarket says a sniff test is a better guide to quality - and could stop millions of pints of waste. Read More
Labour urges energy firm tax hike to help cut household bills
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 09, 2022
The party says a windfall tax could soften the the impact of surging household costs by £200 a year. Read More
Covid-19: Cutting self-isolation to five days would be helpful says Nadhim Zahawi
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 09, 2022
The UK's former vaccines minister says reducing the quarantine period would ease staff pressures. Read More
Energy firms call for green levies on bills to be scrapped
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 07, 2022
The bosses of Centrica and Ecotricity say the move is needed to tackle rising prices for customers. Read More
House prices see biggest rise in 14 years in 2021, Halifax says
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 07, 2022
The Halifax says prices saw their sharpest annual rise since 2007 last year, but growth is set to slow. Read More
Jet2 says holiday demand back to pre-Covid levels
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 07, 2022
The boss of the holiday firm says there has been a spike in bookings after travel rules were relaxed. Read More
Global chip shortage: Samsung expects its profits to jump by 52%
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 07, 2022
The South Korean electronics giant benefited from strong demand for server memory chips. Read More
Lithuania wobbles after daring to defy China
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 07, 2022
It stood up to China over Taiwan, but this week Lithuania's president said it made a mistake. Read More
Ladbrokes claimed £102m furlough despite online boost
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 07, 2022
Entain revenues rose in the pandemic as online betting made up for trade lost at betting shops. Read More
NFT marketplace OpenSea valued at more than $13bn
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 07, 2022
Worldwide trade in digital collectables was worth $40.9bn (£30.1bn) last year, a report suggests. Read More
The woman working to get unwanted food to the hungry
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 07, 2022
Maria Rose Belding explains how she started a US database to distribute unwanted food to the hungry. Read More
Caviar sales soar as more people get a taste for posh fish eggs
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 07, 2022
Global producers of caviar say that demand has soared since the first lockdown. Read More
Covid: Pre-departure travel tests have outlived their usefulness - Shapps
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 06, 2022
Rules for those travelling to England are changing as Omicron is now worldwide, the transport secretary says. Read More
We don't know how high bills will go - Octopus Energy boss
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 06, 2022
The founder and boss of Octopus Energy tells the BBC the sector is working on bringing prices down. Read More
Next warns of higher prices as costs rise
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 06, 2022
The retailer says recent sales rose 20%, but wage, shipping and manufacturing costs are all rising. Read More
China: Is it burdening poor countries with unsustainable debt?
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 06, 2022
China has become a big lender to poorer countries, and there's been criticism of its approach. Read More
Taiwan setting up $200m Lithuania fund amid China row
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 06, 2022
China downgraded its diplomatic relations with Lithuania after Taiwan opened a de facto embassy there. Read More
Drivers overcharged by £5m a day for petrol, claims RAC
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 06, 2022
The RAC accuses petrol retailers of ripping off motorists by not passing on wholesale price cuts. Read More
Vodafone and EE delay EU roaming charges return
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 06, 2022
Vodafone joins EE in delaying its planned January date for EU roaming charges. Read More
Electric car sales soar, but chip shortage hits market
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 06, 2022
Electric cars sales surged last year, but the SMMT warns that charging infrastructure needs investment. Read More
CEO Secrets: 'Make decisions as if you were on your deathbed'
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 06, 2022
Michael Cockburn, co-founder of office-working app Desana, shares his business advice. Read More
Covid: Travel firms call for removal of testing rules
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 05, 2022
With case rates of the Omicron variant so high, airlines say testing passengers is having no real impact. Read More
China investment firm's shares slump after $6.6bn bailout
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 05, 2022
The firm's former chairman Lai Xiaomin was executed last year after being found guilty of corruption. Read More
China Mobile shares rise in Shanghai debut after US exit
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 05, 2022
The company delisted in New York after a Trump-era move to restrict investment in Chinese tech firms. Read More
Can a solar-power fridge get more people vaccinated?
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 05, 2022
A fridge designed for areas with no electricity is now helping dispense Covid vaccines in Kenya. Read More
Is there a better way to make new resolutions stick?
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 05, 2022
There are lots of apps that promise to make you healthier and happier but are they any good? Read More
Asus recalls product after users 'smell smoke'
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 05, 2022
The computer company has had a "few" complaints and warned some 2021 models could be affected. Read More
China: Evergrande shares rise as Hong Kong trade resumes
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 04, 2022
The crisis-hit company suspended its shares on Monday pending the release of "inside information". Read More
Apple becomes first firm to hit $3tn market value
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 04, 2022
The firm's value more than doubled during the pandemic as people bought more gadgets during lockdowns. Read More
Elon Musk: Tesla criticised after opening Xinjiang showroom
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 04, 2022
The world's most valuable car maker opened the new showroom in the city of Urumqi on New Year's Eve. Read More
Why BlackBerry held the tiny keys to my heart
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 04, 2022
The classic smartphone's life comes to an end on 4 January as the firm switches off support. Read More
Elizabeth Holmes: Theranos founder convicted of fraud
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 04, 2022
A jury found the Silicon Valley ex-CEO guilty on four of 11 counts after seven days of deliberations. Read More
UK steel future uncertain without US tariffs deal
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 04, 2022
Europe has reached an agreement over Trump-era taxes but the UK is still facing 25% tariffs. Read More
Turkey's inflation hits 36% amid financial turmoil
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 03, 2022
The cost of living hits a 19-year high as the country refuses to raise its interest rates. Read More
Covid staff shortages set to continue into New Year
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 03, 2022
Pub groups and retailers warn that sickness and isolation continue to blight their businesses. Read More
Top US phone firms reject call to delay 5G rollout
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 03, 2022
Transportation and aviation authorities called for a delay of two weeks on safety concerns. Read More
China: Evergrande suspends shares in Hong Kong as firm tries to raise cash
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 03, 2022
The move comes as the debt-laden property developer struggles to raise cash to meet its obligations. Read More
China: Why some think "small eyes" are not beautiful
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 03, 2022
Brands featuring Chinese models with narrow eyes in advertisements have been accused of racism. Read More
Marjorie Taylor Greene: Twitter bans congresswoman over Covid misinformation
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 03, 2022
The congresswoman was suspended after tweeting falsely about high levels of vaccine related deaths. Read More
Gas prices: MPs and peers urge PM to act on energy bills
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 02, 2022
Five ex-ministers are among those saying Boris Johnson should cut VAT and green levies to help households. Read More
Covid: Workplaces told to plan for absences of up to 25%
by Devanagari NewsJanuary 02, 2022
Rising Covid cases could see a worst case scenario of up to a quarter of staff off work, the government says. Read More
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