Citizens Advice says homeowners and pensioners are among those increasingly seeking debt advice.
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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
US signals shift to slower interest rate increases
Markets soared after the Federal Reserve signalled a shift in its inflation fight.
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UK strikes digital trade deal with Ukraine
The agreement is expected to improve cooperation on cyber security, AI and new technologies.
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Transport secretary says North's railways have a real problem to solve
The transport secretary says he is "focused" on trying to improve services in the North of England.
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Date set for Octopus to buy failed energy firm Bulb
The sale of failed energy supplier Bulb nears completion, but legal challenges could still derail it.
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HSBC to close 114 UK branches
HSBC says customers are increasingly banking online
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Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Royal Mail postal workers begin fresh two-day strike
The action is the latest in a series of walkouts and will affect deliveries of letters and parcels.
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Octopus takeover of Bulb challenged by rival firms
Octopus Energy's acquisition of collapsed energy firm Bulb could be delayed by a legal fight.
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Onshore wind: Grant Shapps criticised for 'nonsense' claims
The business secretary says wind turbines are now "so big" they cannot be built on land.
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Driving examiners across UK to stage strikes over pay
The PCS union says driving examiners and rural payment officers will strike in December and January.
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Bird flu: Free range turkey supplies hit by bird flu
About 600,000 birds have been culled or have died in the UK's worst avian flu outbreak.
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Train strikes: Pub boss warns walkouts could ruin Christmas plans
The Fuller's boss says Christmas parties could be cancelled without a speedy resolution to the dispute.
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Monday, November 28, 2022
Plan to make big tech remove harmful content axed
Minister denies weakening the Online Safety Bill after dropping the "legal but harmful" material measures.
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Christmas savings clubs help spread the festive costs
How small businesses are using savings clubs to help customers spread the cost of Christmas
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Apple has reduced advertising on Twitter - Musk
Elon Musk has tweeted that Apple has largely stopped advertising on his platform.
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Crypto firm BlockFi files for bankruptcy after FTX collapse
The collapse of FTX had already forced BlockFi to suspend most activity on its platform.
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Emergency energy plan for Tuesday postponed
National Grid decides not to activate a scheme to help avoid power cuts after being poised to do so.
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Balenciaga campaign: What did the fashion house do?
Kim Kardashian is pulled into a row over the fashion house's latest campaign after heavy backlash.
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Sunday, November 27, 2022
US bans sale of Huawei, ZTE tech amid security fears
The restrictions on five Chinese companies are the first to be put in place on security grounds.
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Thousands of apprentices quit over quality of schemes
Around 100,000 people are dropping out of schemes after firms fail to provide basic training, says a report.
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Energy firms warned over hiking direct debits
The government says companies must match bills with customers who are cutting energy use.
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Friday, November 25, 2022
Train strikes: Drivers to walk out in pay row
Passengers face further disruption with 11 rail companies being affected by the long-running dispute.
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Energy sector reforms criticised by British Gas owner
Regulator Ofgem announces plans to strengthen the sector but is criticised by the UK's biggest supplier.
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Jaguar Land Rover cuts output at UK factories due to chip shortage
The carmaker is reducing production at its factories in Solihull and Halewood until the spring.
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When are the train strikes and what routes are affected?
More national rail strikes have been announced by the RMT union.
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Thursday, November 24, 2022
The little-known nut that may save at-risk rainforests
Growing sales of an Indonesian nut called kenari is helping to reduce deforestation.
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Kanye West: Adidas investigates after claims of 'toxic' behaviour
Rolling Stone has reported that staff have complained about West's "problematic behaviour".
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Post Office scandal: Horizon contract was 'fatally flawed'
Stephen Byers also told the Horizon public inquiry the treatment of sub-postmasters was "shocking".
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Green Friday: The eco-friendly alternative to Black Friday
As we are bombarded with Black Friday adverts, some people mark the day in a very different way.
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Greene King brewery staff to strike over pay
Unite members at sites in England are walking out in the lead-up to Christmas in a row over pay.
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Brexit: Don't scrap EU rules, firms and unions say
Business groups and unions warn plans to scrap thousands of EU laws will create "confusion and disruption".
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Wednesday, November 23, 2022
Jeremy Hunt: Cut energy use to stop Putin 'blackmail'
People need to cut consumption to reduce the UK's reliance on Russia, the chancellor says.
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Pound hits post-Truss high as dollar weakens
Sterling has reached its highest level against the US dollar since mid-August.
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Russia revives Soviet-era car brand at ex-Renault plant
It is reviving the Soviet-era Moskvich brand, though the car's design has been updated.
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Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Cost of living: New Zealand steps up fight against soaring prices
The country's central bank has raised its key interest rate to the highest level since 2009.
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CEO Secrets: Seatfrog founders share their business advice
The founders of Seatfrog share their business advice for the CEO Secrets series.
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'I wouldn't leave South Africa, I have a kid here'
South African software developers discuss what it means to them to do business in the country.
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Manchester United owners looking to sell all or part of club
Manchester United's American owners say they will "explore strategic alternatives" for the club "including new investment, a sale, or other transactions".
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FTX: Court says Sam Bankman-Fried ran FTX as a 'personal fiefdom'
FTX's collapse was described in court as "one of most abrupt and difficult" in corporate America.
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Train strikes: Rail workers to strike in run-up to Christmas
The RMT says further strike action will take place across four 48-hour periods in December and January.
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Monday, November 21, 2022
We must wean economy off immigration, Labour leader to warn businesses
Sir Keir Starmer will promise a "pragmatic" immigration policy in a speech to business leaders.
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Are flying taxis getting closer to lift-off?
US air regulators said they would add flying taxis to the list of regulated aircraft.
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Passengers warned over Christmas rail disruption
Passengers told to plan journeys in advance due to engineering works over the festive period.
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Brexit: Rishi Sunak rules out deal that relies on EU law alignment
"I believe in Brexit," says Rishi Sunak, after suggestions UK could pursue a Swiss-style deal with the EU.
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Crypto rules needed after FTX collapse, says Bank of England
The UK could face a "crypto shock" without better regulations, says a senior official at the Bank.
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WhatsApp groups help get food to those who need it
Messaging apps have become a popular way to reach people who are struggling with the cost of food.
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Sunday, November 20, 2022
Libraries at risk of cuts despite 'unprecedented' rise in users
Local libraries are seeing more people come through their doors, but fear services will be cut.
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FTX crypto exchange owes biggest creditors $3.1bn
FTX owes about $1.45bn to its top 10 creditors, according to its US bankruptcy court filings.
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Musk lifts Donald Trump's Twitter ban
The former US president's account is reinstated - but he says he sees no reason to return.
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Jeremy Hunt has no plan for growth, says CBI boss
Tony Danker tells the BBC the Autumn Statement will tackle inflation but won't revive growth.
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Theranos scandal: Who is Elizabeth Holmes and why was she on trial?
"She just seemed absolutely confident of her own brilliance," a Stanford professor remembers of the former student.
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Saturday, November 19, 2022
Will you be allowed to watch the World Cup at work?
Bosses have to decide whether to get behind the controversial World Cup.
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Friday, November 18, 2022
Banksy accuses clothing brand Guess of 'helping themselves' to his artworks
The graffiti artist called on shoplifters to visit a London branch of Guess in retaliation.
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Is this really the end of Twitter?
The BBC's technology editor looks at claims that Twitter may be heading for calamity.
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Petrol prices: What is fuel duty and is it going up?
Why are UK pump prices at record highs, and when might they fall?
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Autumn Statement: Jeremy Hunt defends tax rises for middle earners
Jeremy Hunt says his plan is "balanced", after think tank says it piles more pressure on "squeezed middle".
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Thursday, November 17, 2022
Elon Musk: Twitter closes offices until next week
It comes amid reports that large numbers of staff have resigned from the social media platform.
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Taxing electric cars 'short-sighted' say manufacturers
Extending the tax to include electric models is "short-sighted" says Ford.
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Postal workers to strike on six more days in run-up to Christmas
Industrial action is scheduled for six days in December, including Christmas Eve.
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What the Autumn Statement means for you and the cost of living
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's statement is full of policies that will affect your finances in the coming years.
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Hunt says UK in recession and set to shrink further next year
The economy is forecast to contract next year due to the cost-of-living crisis.
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Energy bills to rise to £3,000 a year from April
Help with energy costs has been extended, but at a less generous level, meaning bills will still rise.
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Electric car drivers to pay road tax from April 2025
Motoring groups, including the AA, warned the move would reduce the incentive to switch to electric vehicles.
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Royal Mail asks to stop Saturday letter deliveries
It comes as the business seeks to revive its fortunes after slumping to a hall-year loss.
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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
Taylor Swift Ticketmaster crash draws ire on Capitol Hill
A glitch caused by high demand for her concerts has triggered monopoly busters in Washington DC.
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Chinese buyout of Newport microchip plant a 'security risk'
The UK government says Nexperia's takeover of Newport Wafer Fab creates national security risks.
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What is behind the big tech companies' job cuts?
Thousands of redundancies have been announced by some of the largest firms in the industry.
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Retailer Joules collapses risking 1,600 jobs
The clothing group appoints administrators as the retail sector struggles.
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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
Made.com customers given 25 November delivery deadline
Customers who do not receive furniture orders by this date should submit a claim for a refund.
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Estee Lauder to buy designer brand Tom Ford
The cosmetics giant will purchase the designer fashion brand for £2.4bn.
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Water customers may be owed £163m for sewage spills
Water companies have been discharging waste in to rivers, claim researchers of corporate wrongdoing.
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Over a million are owed money by failed crypto exchange
Experts and watchdogs warn UK investors that when crypto firms fail, getting money back is unlikely.
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Twirls substituted in some Heroes chocolate boxes
The chocolate is another casualty of supply chain disruptions blighting manufacturers.
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Made.com collapse: Nottingham auction house to sell off stock
It comes after the online furniture retailer collapsed, leading to hundreds of job losses.
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Monday, November 14, 2022
Amazon 'prepares mass job cuts' as sales slow - reports
The reductions could affect about 10,000 people at the e-commerce giant, reports suggested.
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Cost of living: 'We've got to sell our family home due to mortgage rise'
A mother-of-three says she can't see any option than selling her house due to mortgage rates rising.
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Elon Musk Tesla pay package heads to court
A shareholder wants Elon Musk's $56bn pay package to be revoked.
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What do we know will be in the Autumn Statement?
Jeremy Hunt is expected to dismantle his predecessor Kwasi Kwarteng plans announced two months ago.
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London loses position as top European stock market
The UK's stock-marketed listed companies have lost so much value that France is now number one.
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Rishi Sunak: We’ll deliver public finances markets expect
The PM says this week's autumn budget would "put our public finances on a sustainable trajectory".
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Sunday, November 13, 2022
Country star Dolly Parton gets $100m award from Amazon founder Jeff Bezos
The Amazon founder commended the country music star for her commitment to improving literacy.
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Why smart thermostats don't always save you money
The makers of smart thermostats says the devices can cut energy bills but the evidence is not conclusive.
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The repair Budget to defuse a financial timebomb
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's key message this week will be about restoring stability and controlling price rises.
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Jeremy Hunt: Everyone will have to pay more tax
The chancellor also tells the BBC he wants to make sure any recession is as short and shallow as possible.
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The fall of the FTX ‘King of Crypto’ Sam Bankman-Fried
How a crypto empire built on video game battles and beanbags came crashing down.
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Autumn Statement: When is it and how will it affect me?
With the UK facing a cost-of-living crisis the government is set to unveil tax and spending plans.
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Friday, November 11, 2022
Why an old train could point to a clean energy future
Progress is being made on systems to make hydrogen more economical to store and transport.
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'There really is more to life than posting on Instagram'
A small but growing number of people are giving up the likes of Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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Heathrow Airport says no passenger limits over Christmas
The airport has been working with airlines and ground handlers to prepare for the busy period.
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Thursday, November 10, 2022
Inside the capture of a Russian oligarch's superyacht
A $325m luxury boat is floating in a US cargo port after the FBI tracked it down in the Pacific.
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Cost of living: Shares jump in US and Asia as inflation cools
Investors are betting the US central bank will slow the pace of rate rises as it tackles inflation.
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Amazon: Robots spread but 'we still need humans'
Amazon's latest robot has the ability to pick up items before they are packed.c
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Labour vows to lift ban on onshore wind
A Labour government would ease planning rules for new onshore wind farms, Sir Kier Starmer says.
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I told Liz Truss she was going too fast, says Kwasi Kwarteng
The former chancellor said he told the then PM to "slow down" after September's ill-fated mini-budget.
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100,000 civil servants vote for strike action
The Public and Commercial Services Union is calling for a 10% pay rise and no cuts to redundancy terms.
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Musk tells Twitter staff remote working will end
The boss of the social media firm also warns workers to prepare for "difficult times", reports say.
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Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Elon Musk foreign ties worth being looked at, Joe Biden says
The US president was asked whether Saudi Arabia helping the Tesla boss to buy Twitter should be probed.
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Christmas adverts toned down during cost of living crisis
John Lewis says the cost of living crisis was "front of mind" as it joins other big brands launching festive campaigns.
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Binance walks away from FTX crypto exchange bailout
Binance will not pursue the deal for its smaller rival citing reports of 'mishandled customer funds'.
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Why are so many workers going on strike?
Hundreds of thousands of workers have walked out, or threatened to, causing widespread disruption.
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Facebook-owner Meta to cut 13% of its workforce
Chief executive Mark Zuckerberg said it was one of the most difficult changes in Meta's history.
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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
FTX: Cryptocurrency market rocked by near-collapse of exchange
The world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange said it reached a deal with FTX to cover a "liquidity crunch".
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Elon Musk sells almost $4bn of Tesla shares
It comes less than two weeks after the world's richest man completed his $44bn takeover of Twitter.
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'One of the hottest start-up spaces in the US'
North Carolina is aiming to become a hub for start-ups to grow and do business.
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Disney says streaming business at 'turning point'
The company has more than 235 million subscriptions across its three streaming platforms, including Disney+.
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Egg farmers squeezed as costs rise
Some farmers have accused supermarkets of not paying them a fair price for their eggs.
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Tesla recalls 40,000 cars over power-steering fault
The recall affects the 2017-21 Model S and Model X vehicles.
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Monday, November 7, 2022
Hushpuppi: Notorious Nigerian fraudster jailed for 11 years in US
The FBI says ex-social media star Hushpuppi is one of the word's most high-profile money launderers.
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When are the £400 energy rebate and other cost-of-living payments due?
All UK households are getting £400 off their winter energy bill and many on low incomes get extra help.
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Rail disruption: Many services to start late on Tuesday
First trains will run later on many lines - as Avanti West Coast says services are limited all day.
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Facebook owner Meta expected to announce major job losses
The company faces difficult economic conditions and is investing heavily in its metaverse push.
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Ex-Made boss says offer to save company ‘rebuffed’
Former boss of furniture brand says his offer to rescue firm from administration was rejected.
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Do not end green energy grants, manufacturers urge MPs
Manufacturing firms urge MPs to match an EU scheme subsidising the cost of renewable energy systems.
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Ten days of Twitter chaos
Elon Musk's first week-and-a-half at Twitter has been a rollercoaster of big changes.
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Sunday, November 6, 2022
Apple: iPhone shipments delayed over China Covid lockdown
Firm warns customers to expect longer wait times for its new iPhone due China's Covid lockdown.
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Ebay urges shoppers to pick old over new this Black Friday
This Black Friday the online marketplace is promoting used items to avoid unwanted spending and waste.
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Made.com expected to go into administration this week
Around 500 staff are expected to lose their jobs after the online furniture store failed to find a buyer.
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Rail passengers urged to check Monday travel
Most train companies will operate limited services on Monday despite strikes being called off.
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Saturday, November 5, 2022
National Insurance: Will tax cut save me money?
The government's reversal of the 1.25p increase in National Insurance has come into effect.
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Twitter confirms fee for blue-tick verification after Musk takeover
Controversially Twitter says blue-tick status will be open to those who pay a monthly $7.99.
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Liberal Democrats: Give struggling homeowners £300 a month
People whose mortgage payments had risen more than 10% would get a grant, under the party's plan.
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Cost of living: Pub halves beer and cider choice to survive
A landlord is pinning energy bills to walls to show regulars why the cost of their pint has gone up.
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Jack Dorsey: Twitter co-founder breaks silence on Elon Musk takeover
The former CEO appeared to agree with the dismissals, saying he had grown the company "too quickly".
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Twitter UK staff get deadline over cuts consultation
Hundreds affected by Twitter's worldwide job cuts have three days to elect a representative.
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Friday, November 4, 2022
Twitter: Musk defends deep cuts to company's workforce
The site's new owner says he had "no choice" but to slash jobs - cuts which appear to affect 50% of staff.
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Will falling gas prices mean lower bills?
Higher demand in winter could push up the wholesale gas price before households feel much benefit.
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Twitter: Elon Musk blames 'activist groups' for earnings drop
Elon Musk, the new owner of Twitter, makes the accusation as the tech firm makes sweeping job cuts.
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Train strikes from Saturday suspended, union says
The RMT union had been planning a series of strikes on 5, 7 and 9 November in a dispute over pay.
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US jobs growth solid but slowing amid inflation fight
The news comes as the economy remains a top concern for voters ahead of the midterm elections.
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Workers at Heathrow to strike in World Cup run-up
A union says 700 workers at the UK's biggest airport will walk out for three days from 18 November.
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Thursday, November 3, 2022
Twitter to make job cuts after Elon Musk takeover
The social media giant says staff will be told on Friday whether they are to be laid off.
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Mortgages: What happens if I miss a payment?
Homeowners are worried about rising mortgage costs - but lenders must help those struggling.
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Netflix starts cheaper streaming service with adverts
The streaming platform has launched a less expensive streaming option with commercials.
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Twitter to lose magic with blue tick fee, former exec says
Twitter's former global communications head tells BBC News he is worried about Elon Musk's plans.
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Glencore ordered to pay millions over Africa oil bribes
A court heard a subsidiary of mining firm Glencore bribed officials with cash flown in on private jets.
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Bounty bars removed from Celebrations tubs in trial
Mars Wrigley will remove the bars from its chocolate tubs after finding 40% of people hate the treat.
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Wednesday, November 2, 2022
China Covid: Panic and fear drove iPhone factory breakout
Workers at the plant in Zhengzhou, China, thought they were going to be part of a huge Covid experiment.
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US interest rates rise to fresh 14-year high
The Federal Reserve is steering borrowing costs higher at the fastest rate in decades.
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Rental options squeezed by landlords' mortgage pressures
Difficulties for some landlords to secure mortgages could mean less choice for tenants, MPs are told.
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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
China Covid: iPhone maker Foxconn boosts bonuses after lockdown breakout
Foxconn locked down the world's largest iPhone factory in line with China's zero-Covid policy.
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Questions raised about AI weapons-scanning company
BBC News has seen evidence Evolv, which claims to have the "signatures" of all weapons, has limitations.
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Prison job advert banned for racial stereotyping
The photo of a black inmate and white officer was likely to cause serious offence, a watchdog found.
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Elon Musk says £7 monthly fee for Twitter blue tick
Critics say the change could make it harder for people to find reliable sources on the social media site.
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Bank makes history as it reverses ‘quantitative easing’
It is the first central bank to start unwinding the emergency support brought in after the 2008 financial crisis.
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Morrisons to close 132 McColl's stores putting jobs at risk
Owner Morrisons says that closing the loss-making stores will put 1,300 jobs at risk.
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