Northern rail: Government takes over after chaos

The government takes over services from Sunday which were previously operated by Arriva Rail North.

Coronavirus: Italian economy takes a body blow

Could Italy's health crisis be the factor that tips the country into another recession?

Chinese manufacturing hits record low amid coronavirus outbreak

The latest economic data shows the virus is having a bigger impact than the 2008 financial crisis.

One in five of UK's top FTSE 350 firms warned over gender diversity

A review into gender balance at senior levels of FTSE firms singles out 63 companies for criticism.

Coronavirus: 'Self-isolating will cost me £600'

Alex is back from a trip to Tenerife and is trying to help cut the risk of spreading coronavirus.

UK top shares in worst week since financial crisis

London's FTSE 100 share index suffers its biggest one-week fall since 2008 amid coronavirus fears.

Why should I care if share prices fall?

Changes in the FTSE 100 and other indexes are not just for City types, they can affect our lives.

The inside story of the Barclays trial

Three former Barclays executives were charged with fraud over fundraising activity in 2008.

Former Barclays executives cleared of fraud charges

Roger Jenkins, Tom Kalaris, and Richard Boath are found not guilty on all charges in under six hours.

Leasehold property buyers 'misled by developers'

Many homeowners find themselves in "serious traps" after being mis-sold properties, a watchdog says.

Downfall: BP refinery worker sacked over Hitler parody wins job back

It is unreasonable to suggest he was comparing BP managers to Nazis, an Australian ruling finds.

British Airways owner IAG warns of coronavirus hit

IAG says it is not possible to say exactly how much the effects of the virus will hit 2020 profits.

Parents in Japan and Hong Kong struggle as schools shut

Hong Kong and Japan have shut schools as the coronavirus spread worsens leaving parents stuck at home.

Coronavirus: Shares face worst week since global financial crisis

Asian stock markets continue falling, as the coronavirus spreads across the globe.

Road schemes may face Heathrow-style court action

Environmentalists could try to block new road plans if they fail to take climate targets into account.

Gambling industry 'needs tougher regulation'

The government is being urged to do more to tackle problem gambling by beefing up oversight of the industry.

New 'east-west divide' splitting north start-up economy

New research shows more start-up business are thriving on the west of the Pennines.

The boss who put everyone on 70K

A tech boss introduced a $70,000 minimum salary for all his staff - by cutting his own wages. Five years, on he has no regrets.

'After the coral ban, I lost everything'

Thousands of Indonesian coral farms had to close after an export ban, but a policy U-turn offers hope.

Coronavirus: Sick pay rules apply, says JD Wetherspoon pub chain

Under statutory sick pay rules, an employee is not paid for the first three days of absence.

Global stock markets suffer sixth day of losses

Many indexes have now fallen 10% from their most recent peak as coronavirus jitters continue..

Ely Junction railway upgrade cost rises more than 20 times

The work was originally due to cost £25m, but the BBC understands it has risen to £500m.

Coronavirus: Dettol sales surge as markets fall again

The owner of the disinfectant brand says sales have risen, with demand outstripping supply in China.

Drax power station to cease burning coal in March 2021

The power company says the closure of its coal units will cost 230 jobs at the North Yorkshire site.

Climate campaigners win Heathrow expansion case

Campaigners win Court of Appeal ruling over controversial plans for third runway at Heathrow on environment grounds.

William Hill gambling site Mr Green to pay £3m penalty

Mr Green failed to freeze the account of a customer who won £50,000 and gambled it away.

Nando’s employees call for changes to cleaning pay policy

Staff claim they often miss out on overtime amid allegations of poor cleaning practices at some branches.

Legal victories over 'No DSS' letting agents

Two single mothers win out-of-court settlements against letting agents refusing benefit claimants.

China turns to online car sales as coronavirus spreads

As consumers stay at home over coronavirus fears, carmakers are making it easier to buy online.

Government to unveil post-Brexit trade talks goals

Formal negotiations with EU - which has already published its strategy - are due to start on Monday.

Coronavirus: Microsoft warns of hit to computer sales

Microsoft is the latest tech firm to warn of disruption as suppliers are hit by coronavirus shutdown.

Coronavirus prompts buyers to look closer to home

Manufacturers have seen a spike in inquiries as the coronavirus disrupts supply lines from China.

Tim Cooke says Apple's first Indian store to open 2021

The iPhone maker lags behind competitors in the world's second largest mobile phone market.

'Go big' to tackle regional inequalities, report urges

Levelling up disadvantaged parts of the UK will require long-term thinking and investment, a new report says.

Court may upset Heathrow third runway plans

A ruling will decide whether Heathrow's expansion plan should have taken the climate more into account.

Buy now, pay later 'growing fast' amid debt fears

A report says services such as Klarna are booming among online shoppers despite concerns for young consumers.

How a serious accident led to business success

After a terrible skiing crash, Susanne Najafi embarked on her path as a serial entrepreneur.

Walmart 'in discussions' to sell stake in Asda

It comes after UK regulators blocked Walmart's plan to sell Asda to Sainsbury's last year.

Chevron in London sends 300 staff home amid coronavirus fears

Staff at the London firm's offices have been asked to work from home.

Lloyds and Direct Line to cut hundreds of jobs

Banking giant Lloyds says 780 jobs will go this year, while Direct Line is cutting 800 positions.

Coronavirus: Global shares fall for fifth day in a row

Stock markets have faced days of turmoil as concern about coronavirus mounts.

Frankie & Benny's owner speeds up closures

The Restaurant Group, which also owns Chiquito, says 90 restaurants are set to close by end of 2021.

Childcare costs: Parents of children under two pay 5% more

A report finds part-time nursery care costs more than £130 per week in England, Scotland and Wales.

Weir Group to focus on mining after oil losses

Rising demand for battery metals prompts a shift in the Glasgow-based firm's focus following annual losses.

Coronavirus: Drinks giant warns of profit hit as bars close

Diageo says disruption in Asian markets will hit its profits this year.

Virgin Galactic sees double the demand for space travel

Sir Richard Branson's space travel venture sees strong demand despite recording growing losses.

Budget 2020: Chancellor must raise taxes in first Budget, says IFS

A think tank says Rishi Sunak risks breaking Treasury rules on borrowing if he is to boost public spending.

Coronavirus: Chinese workers offered free transport

Planes, trains and buses are being put on to help Chinese workers quickly return to factories.

'We cancelled our holiday because of coronavirus'

Peter and Jill Baker have been left out of pocket over their decision to cancel a holiday in Italy.

How did companies sell 'unmentionable' sanitary towels?

How do you build a market for a product society considers unmentionable?

Would you eat a 'steak' printed by robots?

3D printing is meeting some of the ambitions touted when the technology emerged 20 years ago.

Disney boss Bob Iger steps down as chief executive

The businessman is considered the most powerful man in Hollywood.

Fume events: The toxic gases that may be harming aircrew and passengers

Toxic fumes overcame a pilot landing at Heathrow in January. There's evidence that such events are not rare.

Tesco bakeries overhaul puts 1,800 jobs at risk

The supermarket chain says it will need fewer members of staff as it makes changes to its larger stores.

UK would be 'insane' to let in chlorinated chicken, farmers say

Farmers say allowing food imports that would be illegal to produce in the UK would be "morally bankrupt".

Coronavirus: Will I get paid if I self-isolate?

Health Secretary Matt Hancock says Britons returning from locked-down Italian towns must self-isolate.

City watchdog admits revealing customers' details

Details of people who made complaints against the Financial Conduct Authority were inadvertently published.

Manchester United's revenue falls by nearly 12%

Champions League absence largely responsible for club bringing in less money.

Itsu boss: 'We see processed and fried food as the enemy'

Asian-inspired food chain Itsu is planning to expand ahead of a possible flotation on the stock market.

Coronavirus: Gulf states suspend more flights

Gulf states are imposing flight restrictions to try to slow the spread of the virus.

Japan shares slump as Asia reacts to global sell-off

Tokyo shares drop sharply while Asian stock markets trade cautiously following big falls in US and UK.

Great Australian Bight: Equinor abandons controversial oil drilling plans

Environmentalists say it is a "huge win" for safeguarding the seas of the Great Australian Bight.

Young drivers 'let down over insurance app faults'

Carrot uses phone data to measure braking and acceleration - but some say it often fails to work.

'I'm the boss and part time, don't call me slacker'

About a million people in senior-level jobs work part time, according to official figures.

The boss putting an end to empty homes

Katharine Hibbert is the founder of UK property guardianship company Dot Dot Dot.

Housing: The Yimbys who want to shake up suburbia

BBC News meets a pressure group called London Yimby which thinks it has a solution to the housing crisis.

New watchdog will have power to ban rogue builders

The body will award compensation to people stuck in 'shoddy' new-builds, the government has promised.

Coronavirus: Your rights as a traveller

The coronavirus has already become a nightmare for travellers and the tourism industry alike.

Tesco to sell plasters in racially diverse skin tones

The supermarket chain says it wants to give a better reflection of ethnic diversity.

Estate agent giants Countrywide and LSL in merger talks

Countrywide and LSL confirm reports that they are in talks about a possible tie-up.

Gold price at seven-year high on coronavirus fears

Investors are flocking to the precious metal and jettisoning shares as the virus continues to spread.

James Packer's Crown Resorts casino firm faces probe

Crown Resorts is facing an inquiry into alleged links to organised crime and money laundering.

Virus credit crunch hits millions of Chinese firms

Prolonged shutdowns for businesses in China are bringing many firms to the brink of survival.

'Women cocoa farmers paid as little as 23p a day'

Campaigning group, Fairtrade, is calling on the government to back a new global equality initiative.

Public redundancy bill hits seven-year high

Taxpayers are facing a £346m bill after a spate of high-profile business failures on the High Street.

Can computer translators ever beat speaking a foreign tongue?

Developers say you can now converse effortlessly using translation tech, but others are not so sure.

Sun's owner reports £68m loss as paper sales fall

News Group Newspapers still paying out millions over phone-hacking scandal.

Housing shortage: Scale of UK's housing gap revealed

Renters speak of struggling to get on the property ladder, amid a shortage of over one million homes.

How lake gases are powering homes in Rwanda

Methane is being extracted from Lake Kivu in Rwanda to generate electricity.

Brexit: Emmanuel Macron 'not sure' of UK-EU trade deal by end of year

The French president's doubts come as the UK government is set to publish its demands.

Michael O'Leary: Ryanair boss criticised for Muslim profiling comments

The Ryanair boss says Muslim men should be profiled at airports because "that is where the threat is".

Email address charges branded 'daylight robbery'

Ofcom is asking why broadband firms charge people to keep old email addresses after switching providers.

Waitrose named best supermarket by Which?

Waitrose has been rated the best UK in-store supermarket again in Which?'s annual supermarket satisfaction survey.

EU budget: Talks end amid stand-off between 'frugal' and other nations

French President Emmanuel Macron said the deadlock showed "we don't need Britain to show disunity".

Wells Fargo reaches $3bn fake accounts settlement

Pressure to hit sales goals led Wells Fargo staff to create fake accounts and collect extra fees.

Harry and Meghan to end use of 'SussexRoyal' brand

An application to trademark the Sussex Royal brand has also been removed, a spokesperson for the couple says.

US business levels fall sharply amid coronavirus

Activity fell last month for the first time since 2013, according to a closely watched survey.

Sir Philip Green 'has no intention' to watch Greed film

Steve Coogan plays "a larger-than-life" businessman in the movie.

Why are investors betting against shopping centres?

Landlords are sharing the pain felt on the High Street, and it has shown up in their share prices.

First class stamps to rise 6p to 76p

The Royal Mail is increasing the cost of postage again, with first-class stamps rising 6p to 76p

Storm Dennis: 'My business was flooded twice in two days'

Business owners describe how they have been left counting the cost of the floods caused by Storm Dennis.

Coronavirus: Car sales in China fall 92% in February

Car dealerships remain closed and buyers stay away as the coronavirus outbreak takes its toll on sales.

Coronavirus outbreak to cost airlines almost $30bn

Airline industry body IATA predicts global air travel demand will fall for the first time since 2009.

JP Morgan economists warn of 'catastrophic' climate change

Researchers say delaying climate change action risks "potentially catastrophic outcomes".

Turning billions of £20 notes into compost

Around two billion paper £20 notes will be replaced with polymer notes in the next few months.

Inside Disney's rush to deliver Baby Yoda toys

The new Star Wars character could help lift the toy industry - if the products ever arrive.

Data breach hits agency overseeing White House communications

The personal data of about 200,000 people is exposed in a cyber-attack.

Cadbury egg hunt: Health campaigners celebrate end of National Trust deal

Health campaigners welcome the move as the trust says chocolate will be "less of a focus" from 2021.

ISS World hack leaves thousands of employees offline

ISS World, a major facilities provider, has been hit by an apparent ransomware attack.

How technology is aiding Malawi's music industry

Technology is making it easier for music artists in Malawi to create and release work to audiences.

Barclays scraps 'Big Brother' staff tracking system

The bank's software to monitor the amount of time staff spent at their desks was condemned as "creepy".

Victoria's Secret stake sale values firm at $1.1bn

The lingerie firm has previously been criticised for not being inclusive of all body types.

Euro 2020 tickets: Uefa apologises to fans over cancellations

Uefa apologises for an error over Euro 2020 tickets that has left fans hundreds of pounds out of pocket through flight and hotel expenses.

Retail sales bounce back in January after weak end to 2019

Post-Christmas sales helped retailers see their best growth since March, official figures show.

'My job went abroad because of globalisation'

New trade deals have re-opened the debate on how to rescue people's careers if their jobs go abroad.

Facebook boss faces 'blow-dried armpit' jibes

Mark Zuckerberg faced jibes on social media over a claim that he has staff blow-dry his armpits.

MGM hack exposes personal data of 10.6 million guests

Celebrities including Justin Bieber were among those whose data was stolen, one report said.

Lloyds pays £2.5bn to deal with final PPI claims

The bill weighed on the bank's profits, but is close to drawing a line under the mis-selling saga.

US retailer Forever 21 bought back from bankruptcy

Three new buyers want to help the fashion chain retain its US stores and expand overseas.

Qantas warns coronavirus impact of as much as $99m

The warning comes as concerns grow over the impact of the outbreak on airlines and the global economy.

Brexit complicates EU Budget plans

Leaders are meeting this week to discuss Budget plans in challenging discussions.

My Money: 'My husband and I have 90 minutes together each week'

As part of a new BBC blog series, Maura Hannon from Switzerland shares what she spent her money on this week.

Sinn Fein surge puts Irish economy in the spotlight

As the Irish parliament convenes to try to choose its new leader, concerns about inequality linger.

Should your email say if you're he, she or they?

Firms are encouraging staff to make sharing which personal pronouns they use an everyday practice.

No-fault evictions: 'Our lives are falling apart'

Becky Palmer and her family were given two months to leave a home they had rented for 12 years.

New polymer £20 featuring painter Turner enters circulation

A new polymer £20 banknote featuring artist JMW Turner starts to appear in ATMs on Thursday.

Boeing could lose state tax break amid tariff fight

Lawmakers in Washington state say they want to avoid a trans-Atlantic tariff war.

The Wet'suwet'en conflict disrupting Canada's rail system

PM Justin Trudeau is under growing pressure to solve a conflict over a pipeline as trains sit idle.

Ransomware-hit US gas pipeline shut for two days

The entire pipeline was closed after the cyber-security incident.

Airbus Defence and Space to cut more than 2,300 jobs

The space and defence business of Airbus said it will get rid of 357 roles in the UK out of nearly 4,000 staff.

Axminster Carpets collapses into administration

The 265-year-old business had been trying to secure a rescue deal for weeks.

Laura Ashley agrees loan deal in fight for survival

The clothing and furnishing retailer secures money to meet its immediate funding needs.

Guernsey Victorian shop manager quits over adding barcodes

When asked to modernise and have barcodes on stock of sweets Elizabeth Lihou said "I couldn't do it".

WH Smith in spat with Telegraph over pricing

The UK retailer has removed the Daily Telegraph newspaper from 120 shops in railway stations.

Are economically inactive people the answer to staff shortages?

Priti Patel says staff shortages can be dealt with by training the 8.5 million people who are economically inactive.

HS2: Stephenson given new rail link role

The PM has promised to "restore discipline" to the multi-billion-pound rail project.

UK house prices rising fastest in Yorkshire and Humber

House prices climbed 3.9% in Yorkshire and Humber last year, but just 1.2% in the South East.

UK inflation at six-month high as petrol prices rise

The Consumer Prices Index rose to 1.8%, but remains below the Bank of England's 2% target.

'Vegans need their own shelf in the office fridge'

The Vegan Society has issued guidelines to "help employers accommodate the needs of vegans".

Facebook expresses 'deep concern' after Singapore orders page block

Facebook said it was "legally compelled" to block access to a page under new "fake news" laws.

Kellogg's changes palm oil policy after sisters' petition

Asha and Jia Kirkpatrick, aged 12 and 10, hope the move will help orangutans to survive.

Uber closes an LA office and outsources to Manila

The ride-hailing firm will close its downtown LA customer support office to focus on larger centres.

Hollywood studio plans to build film complex in Reading

US company Blackhall Studios wants to build a movie-making complex at Thames Valley Science Park.

737 Max: Debris found in planes' fuel tanks

The discovery raises fresh concerns about potential safety issues for the US plane-making giant.

Immigration: No visas for low-skilled workers, government says

The post-Brexit immigration plan says employers must stop relying on "cheap labour".

UK's cash system 'will collapse without new laws'

British bank notes and coins could disappear much earlier than expected, campaigners warn.

Climate change: Fertiliser could be used to power ocean-going ships

Ammonia, the key ingredient of fertiliser, can be burned in ships’ engines in place of polluting diesel.

Why your new work colleague could be a robot

Better sight, better hands and more intelligence are allowing robots to take on more and more jobs.

EU puts Cayman Islands on tax haven blacklist

It is the first UK overseas territory to be named and shamed by the EU for not cracking down on tax abuse.

Final Beales department stores set to close

The closure of the last 11 Beales stores will put hundreds of jobs at risk.

Venezuela crisis: US blacklists Russian oil firm for helping Maduro

The move freezes any US-held assets of Rosneft Trading SA, accused of supporting Venezuela's leader.

Coronavirus forces JLR to ship parts in suitcases

The UK's largest carmaker has said it could run out of some parts in two weeks over supply chain issues.

Government backs 'greener' Cheshire and Aberdeenshire hydrogen plants

Pilkington glassmakers and Unilever will trial using hydrogen as they try to cut carbon emissions.

Dutch court backs $50bn Yukos claim against Russia

An appeals court annuls a previous Dutch ruling favouring Russia, in a fight with shareholders.

'Cautious' spending hurt Asda in Christmas period

The supermarket said festive shoppers cut back on gifts for adults and extended family.

Wages back above pre-economic crisis levels

Average wages - when adjusted for inflation - exceed pre-crisis levels for the first time since 2008.

UK Budget date kept at 11 March

Chancellor Rishi Sunak promises to "crack on" with delivering the government's election promises.

Wrightbus parent company gave church £1.35m despite crisis

The donation was made while the County Antrim bus builder was in deep financial trouble.

'I reinvented the hair tie from my uni halls'

Sophie Trelles-Tvede is the boss of Invisibobble, which is now sold in more than 70 countries.

HSBC sees annual profit slump by 33%

The earnings have been posted on the same day as interim chief Noel Quinn unveils a new shake-up.

Coronavirus triggers boom in private jet inquiries

Private jet firms have seen a huge rise in people hoping to hire planes but they can't meet demand.

Hundreds of staff injured at Amazon UK warehouses, GMB claims

There were 622 serious injuries or near misses in three years, figures compiled by the GMB union claim.

No putting meat on expenses, says property firm

Developers Igloo Regeneration has gone vegetarian to cut its environmental impact.

Regular savers tempted with cash prizes

Nationwide is offering a prize draw to lure savers, but would it be better to choose higher rates?

Apple warns coronavirus will hurt iPhones supplies

The tech giant says it is "experiencing a slower return to normal conditions" in China than expected.

Jeff Bezos: World's richest man pledges $10bn to fight climate change

The Amazon boss and world's richest man gives 8% of his fortune to fight the planet's "biggest threat".

HQ Trivia: Quiz app ends with drunken broadcast after 'running out of money'

A buyout collapsed, leading to the app closing and a presenter paying for final game's $5 prize.

Moneybarn fined £3m for treating borrowers badly

Provident Financial's car finance firm is fined for not being fair with customers in debt.

Brexit: France warns UK of bitter trade negotiations

The UK and EU will "rip each other apart" as they vie for advantage, France's foreign minister says.

German firms Bayer and BASF fight $265m US fine over weedkiller

Bayer and BASF are told to pay huge damages to a Missouri peach-grower.

Shoe Zone: Retailer warns 100 shops could close

Its chief executive told the BBC that it would close shops if business rates do not change.

Don't blame foreign workers, says Piketty

Best-selling economist Thomas Piketty is back with a new book.

Laura Ashley appeals for funding as sales fall 10%

The British retailer warns it will "consider all appropriate options" if it cannot raise the extra money,

Amazon: Suspect child car seats found for sale on its store again

Trading standards officers are probing the products, which Amazon has now removed from sale.

GM scraps historic Holden car brand in Australia

The move comes as the US car giant retreats from more markets as it focuses on more profitable countries

Japan's economy shrinks at fastest rate since 2014

The world's third largest economy was hit by a sales tax rise, a destructive typhoon and weak global demand.

Coronavirus: Bicester Village 'having a tough time'

Spending by visitors from China in the UK stood at £714m in September 2019.

Can we fix our way out of the growing e-waste problem?

Levels of electrical and electronic waste are expected to more than double by 2050, according to the UN.

Crossing Divides: The 'youngsters' gaining respect at work

A demand for social media skills is bringing younger people into the workplace, but this can create friction.

Pregnant actresses: 'We're not treated like people'

The way some actresses are treated is straight out of "the dark ages", says the Equality Commission.

Heathrow Airport apologises for IT failure disruption

The airport says "manual contingency processes" are in place to help travellers on their way.

Tesla: German court halts work on new 'Gigafactory'

Environmentalists win a temporary injunction against forest clearance for a new "Gigafactory".

North York Moors National Park potash mine 'at risk'

Plans to build the world's biggest potash mine are at risk because of a significant funding gap.

Grant Shapps: Government 'not involved' in China-HS2 talks

The transport secretary's remarks follow reports that China offered to build the line in five years.

Budget may be delayed, says Transport Secretary Grant Shapps

Grant Shapps says the new chancellor, Rishi Sunak, needs "a few days to decide on the date".

Flood defences in England get 1% of infrastructure spending

Nearly £5bn is due to be spent on flood defences in England up until 2026, government figures show.

Mark Zuckerberg: Facebook boss urges tighter regulation

Mark Zuckerberg says social media firms should not decide what counts as legitimate free speech.

What will bank branches look like in the future?

UK banks are increasingly looking to overhaul their networks in the face of evolving customer behaviour.

Washington increases tariffs on aircraft after EU subsidy row

Most other tariffs on EU exports to the US, including salmon and blended Scotch whisky, are being retained.

HS2: UK in talks with China over construction of high-speed line

China's state railway company says it could build the line in just five years, according to reports.

Global fashion industry facing a 'nightmare'

The coronavirus outbreak will have a severe impact on the fashion industry in the first half of 2020.

'I want to build a house but I can't get a plot'

Campaigners say some councils in England are thwarting a law designed to make it easier to build your own home.

A vet in your pocket: New ways to help ill pets

New video services allow pet owners to get expert advice 24/7, but they still have limitations.

BBC Money: Romance on a budget

BBC Money asks about romance on a budget

Tesco told not to block rival supermarkets

The UK competition authority tells Tesco to stop preventing other supermarkets from leasing nearby sites.

German economy barely grows at end of 2019

According to new official figures, the German economy stagnated in the final three months of last year.

Pound boost for late winter holidaymakers

Sterling is close to its highest level against the euro since the immediate aftermath of the EU referendum.

RBS boss Alison Rose: 'We're a very different bank today'

RBS chief executive Alison Rose discusses how the bank has changed since the 2008 financial crisis.

Consumer contract changes 'could save customers money'

Internet, pay-TV and phone customers will now be offered the best deals when their contracts end.

RBS changes its name as profits jump

New chief executive Alison Rose calls the results the "start of a new era" for the bank.

Facebook boss 'happy to pay more tax in Europe'

Mark Zuckerberg says he understands the "frustration about how tech companies are taxed in Europe".

Taylor Swift's record label plans shares sale

French media giant Vivendi has announced plans to float Universal Music Group on the stock market.

Poundland sells 40,000 engagement rings ahead of Valentine's Day

The retailer says its £1 engagement rings are a hit, as it taps growing demand for Valentine's Day goods.

Trade shows hit hard by coronavirus outbreak

The world's largest mobile phone trade show joins a growing list of cancellations around the globe.

Savage x Fenty: Why sex still sells in women's fashion

As brands come under fire for overly sexualised advertising, how lucrative is it to sell sex appeal in fashion?

Dating website 'scammed me out of hundreds of pounds'

Sacha Cowlam says a dating website charged her £270 without her knowledge or permission.

Google ordered to reveal author of Australian dentist's bad review

The Australian court ruling forces the US firm to hand over details about the anonymous poster.

Coronavirus: Will someone develop a vaccine?

Global pharmaceutical companies may not see enough profitability from developing a Covid-19 vaccine.

Amazon wins injunction in US government contract fight

A US judge hits pause on the "Jedi" contract after a challenge from Amazon.

WHO says fake coronavirus claims causing 'infodemic'

A representative from the World Health Organization wants tech firms to fight fake news on coronavirus.

Huawei: US issues new charges of racketeering and theft

US prosecutors have added racketeering and theft to a list of charges against the embattled telecoms company.

JCB cuts production because of coronavirus

The heavy machinery manufacturer says the virus will cause a shortage of parts from China.

Who is the new chancellor Rishi Sunak?

Following the shock resignation of Sajid Javid, who is new chancellor Rishi Sunak?

Ford boss urges re-think on electric hybrid car ban

Ford Europe boss Stuart Rowley says a possible ban from 2032 should be reconsidered.

China's phone industry urged to 'get back to work'

Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun urges action as analysts predict a 10% fall in global shipments in the wake of Covid-19.

Cabinet reshuffle: Sajid Javid resigns as chancellor

Rishi Sunak takes over as chancellor four weeks before the Budget as PM carries out a reshuffle.

'New year bounce' for UK housing market

The number of people looking to buy a home increased, as did the amount of homes put up for sale, RICS says.

Facebook Dating delayed after row with regulator

Facebook planned to launch its European dating app ahead of Valentine's Day - before a row erupted.

British Gas owner Centrica hit by energy price cap

Centrica shares sink 15% after the firm blames the cap on energy bills and falling gas prices for a £1bn loss.

Barclays: Regulators probe chief executive over Epstein links

The financial watchdog is investigating Jes Staley's links with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

CBD oil products ‘could be off the shelves in a year’

Unapproved goods containing the cannabis extract will be pulled, says the Food Standards Agency.

Nestle axes low sugar chocolate due to weak sales

Milky Wowsomes were the processed food giant's first products using a new 'hollow' sugar technology.

'Help us or you'll kill the High Street'

The stark warning comes from jewellers F Hinds, one of 50 retailers urging the government to act.

'My court record only emerged when I got a job'

The number of people in their 20s with county court judgements against them has risen sharply in the last year.

Android co-creator's phone company Essential to close

Andy Rubin's Essential says it will cease operations after finding "no clear path forward".

MWC 2020: Smartphone showcase cancelled over coronavirus fears

The world's largest mobile industry showcase will not go ahead, organisers confirm.

Food giant to stop advertising ice cream to children

Unilever, which owns brands such as Twister and Cornetto, says it is responding to rising obesity rates.

BA plugs flight gap abandoned by Flybe

The airline says it can make its new Newquay-to-Heathrow service work without a subsidy.

BP boss plans to 'reinvent' oil giant for green era

The oil giant's new chief executive Bernard Looney said BP must be "cleaner".

Petrol and diesel car sales ban could start in 12 years, says Shapps

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps tells the BBC a sales ban could be brought forward again.

HS2: Why do big government projects cost so much?

HS2 is far from alone when it comes to government projects that have gone over budget.

Coronavirus: Singapore bank evacuated after worker falls ill

Some 300 people working on the same floor as the infected patient have been sent home.

The clever glass box that reshaped the world

Wardian cases safely took plants across the world, revolutionising agriculture, politics and trade.

Nissan seeks $90m damages from former boss Carlos Ghosn

The move comes after Mr Ghosn fled Japan where he faces charges of financial misconduct.

US telecoms giants get $26bn takeover green light

A judge ruled that the merger of T-Mobile US and Sprint would not mean higher prices for customers.

Google starts appeal against £2bn shopping fine

The case of Google versus the European Commission will be heard in Luxembourg over three days.

Automatic compensation for energy switch errors

Victims of switching mistakes will be paid £30 automatically under the new scheme which starts in May.

'You are groomed to work to a retirement date'

An insurer calls for a more flexible approach to the state pension after running "mid-life MOTs" for staff.

Ofcom set to be given power to police social media in UK

Tech firms will need to ensure that illegal content is quickly removed from their platforms.

Blockchain: The revolution that hasn't quite happened

Blockchain was hyped as a secure and cheap way to store or retrieve data, but it is yet to take off.

Ocado boss Tim Steiner bags £54m bonus

The payout comes from a scheme tied to the online shopping firm's share price.

Tech giants face probe into deals going back a decade

Regulators will look at whether Amazon, Apple, Alphabet, Facebook and Microsoft stifled competition.

Samsung Galaxy S20 and Z Flip launch under shadow of coronavirus

Flagship 5G handset has 100x zoom camera and records 8K video while 4G foldable has clamshell design.

UK trade will thrive despite border checks, says chancellor

Chancellor Sajid Javid says the UK will have a "better future" despite the end of frictionless trade.

Coronavirus: Another cruise ship rejected from ports

The Westerdam, carrying more than 1,450 passengers, has been stopped from docking in Thailand.

Challenger bank N26 to shut all UK accounts

Customers are being told to transfer money out of the app-based bank by 15 April.

Coronavirus: Intel and Vivo pull out of MWC tech show

There are also reports that the organisers of Mobile World Congress are considering whether to cancel the event.

HS2: Boris Johnson confirms high-speed rail link will go ahead

Boris Johnson adds that he is going to appoint a full-time minister to oversee the project.

'HS2 has completely wrecked our lives'

A Yorkshire couple are being forced to leave their home on the HS2 route which is due to be demolished.

'She was beautiful, funny - and she scammed me'

One man tells of how he was tricked in a romance scam as banks warn £8m was lost by victims in six months.

UK economy saw no growth at the end of 2019

Growth in the services and construction sectors was offset by a "poor showing" from manufacturing.

JD Sports slams Footasylum deal ruling

The UK competition watchdog says a takeover could hit shoppers, but JD Sports says the view is "flawed".

Nissan to shut Japan factory due to shortage of Chinese parts

The Japanese car maker shuts a factory for two days due to a shortage of parts from virus-hit China.

'I remember the roaches walking across the floor'

When Rob Bernshteyn and his family escaped the Soviet Union, they initially found the US was worse.

Coronavirus: 'I walk around my block of flats to stay sane'

Working from home during the coronavirus outbreak has its ups and downs for millions stuck indoors.

'Post Office false theft claim left me bankrupt'

Lee Castleton was left broke after the Post Office spent £320,000 pursuing him over false losses.

'Frictionless trade with the EU will end in 2020'

Cabinet Minister Michael Gove tells businesses to get ready for border checks from 1 January.

Government to pledge £5bn for bus services and cycling routes

Boris Johnson says the money will improve bus services - but Labour calls the plan "unambitious".

HS2: Government to give high-speed rail line the go-ahead

Boris Johnson will announce the entire line will be built but the northern phase will be reviewed.

Harry's razors: Multi-billion dollar takeover falls through

Edgewell Personal Care, which owns Wilkinson Sword, says it will not longer pursue the deal.

Equifax: US charges four Chinese military officers over huge hack

Nearly 150m Americans had personal data compromised in the hack of credit rating giant Equifax.

Work 'under way' into Scotland-Northern Ireland bridge feasibility

Number 10 says "a range of government officials" are looking at the idea of a linking bridge.

Ride-sharing war looms as Ola enters London market

The Indian firm is seeking to dethrone rival Uber - but is the market profitable in the long term?

Storm Ciara: What are my rights if my job or home is affected?

Your rights explained as residents and businesses count the cost of wind and flood damage.

Pitch@Palace removes Prince Andrew's name from site

The Dragons' Den-style scheme for entrepreneurs has further distanced itself from its Royal founder.

Bill Gates 'not buying our hydrogen yacht'

The firm behind a concept hydrogen-powered luxury yacht says reports of Mr Gates' order are incorrect.

What could Brexit mean for fishing?

Fishing looks like being the first big argument of the UK's trade negotiations with the EU.

Scottish salmon producers warn of 'huge' Brexit burden

The industry says the UK government has told it to prepare for trade barriers with the European Union.

Coronavirus: Much of 'the world's factory' still shut

Major Apple supplier Foxconn and global car makers among the big manufacturers that have not reopened.

NDAs 'should not silence sexual harassment claims'

Arbitration service Acas says agreements should not be routinely used as part of new guidance.

HS2: Six reasons why the rail route is so expensive

The controversial high-speed rail project could potentially cost as much as £106bn.

A new rural bank branch opening! What's going on?

Is Hawes, in the Yorkshire Dales, a template for the future of bank branches and community services?

Coronavirus: Amazon pulls out of major tech show

The company is the latest firm to withdraw from Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.

West Midlands Trains: Under-fire rail firm must invest £20m extra on services

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps says people must be able to rely on West Midlands Trains.

Huawei: UK 5G concerns 'a witch-hunt' says Chinese ambassador

China's ambassador criticises Tory politicians opposed to Huawei's role in the UK's mobile network.

Brexit divorce: Five key things the UK must navigate

Break-ups are rarely easy and Britain has challenges ahead in forging new trade relationships.

'Deposit-free renting left me more than £500 out of pocket'

Some renters are choosing the option without understanding the costs involved, housing groups warn.

Storm Ciara: Flights cancelled as UK braces for gales

Air, rail and ferry passengers face disruption as weather warnings come into place across the UK.

Immigration: Salary threshold set to be lowered

The government plans to lower the minimum salary for migrants from £30,000 to £25,600, the BBC understands.

Huawei: Senior Tories want Huawei 'ruled out' of 5G plans

They say there are alternatives to the Chinese firm and want Tory MPs to raise their concerns.

Facebook's Twitter and Instagram accounts hacked

The social media giant restores its account after a Dubai-based hacking group temporarily took over.

Stopping Venice choking on its own pollution

We know Venice is drowning as global sea levels rise, but it is also choking on its own pollution.

Has Airbnb grown a conscience?

Airbnb is the latest US company to pledge it will serve society. Has the corporate world grown a conscience?

Brexit: What trade deals has the UK done so far?

Securing a UK-EU trade deal will be top a priority over the months ahead.

Women hold third of board roles at FTSE 100 firms

Boards of big companies have achieved the target almost a year early, say ministers.

Mother and daughters told 'too big' for business class

Three woman are fighting for refunds after Thai Airways forced them to sit in economy seats.

Coronavirus: Pressure grows to re-open factories

Global firms are waiting for China to re-start production to avoid further disruptions.

Apple fined for slowing down old iPhones

Apple agrees to pay a £21m fine in France for not making it clear that it slowed down old iPhones.

What happens to all the old wind turbines?

Wind turbines don't last for ever, and they are difficult to recycle. The industry is trying to figure out what to do with them.

Beales to close more than half of its stores

Efforts to sell all 23 stores together have failed, administrators KPMG said.

Coronavirus: Your travel rights explained

As the virus spreads to more countries popular with tourists, what are your rights if you cancel?

US job creation larger than expected

The economy added 225,000 jobs last month, with hiring at construction firms helping to drive the gains.

Ex-Thomas Cook staff adapting to railway life with GWR

About 30 staff from the holiday company that collapsed last year are now employed by rail firm GWR.

Credit Suisse chief Tidjane Thiam quits after spying scandal

The resignation comes after two former bank employees were placed under surveillance.

Energy bills set to fall for millions of households

The energy regulator cuts the price cap by £17, a move that will affect about 15 million households.

Coronavirus: iPhone manufacturer Foxconn to make masks

The world's biggest electronics maker aims to produce two million surgical masks a month.

Ed Sheeran's label boss set for stock market windfall

Billionaire Len Blavatnik's Warner Music Group has announced plans to sell shares in the US.

Millions unclaimed in rail compensation watchdog claims

A rail watchdog claims millions of pounds are being left unclaimed by people hit by train delays.

Food Chain: Pumping up gluten balloons

Baker Lizzie Parle demonstrates the properties of gluten, by pumping it up like a balloon.

Overdrafts: A guide to your changing bank fees

It's the biggest change in overdrafts in a generation and could mean you paying double.

Meet the cannabis chef leading a culinary revolution

Andrea Drummer used to be an anti-drugs campaigner but now she's now one of America's leading cannabis chefs.

How the rubber duck became a million dollar idea

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how the rubber duck became a million dollar idea.

Poorer households may get help on energy bills

The burden of paying for clean energy technology could be shifted to the tax payer.

Divisive weight loss wager firm targets UK dieters

American-style weight loss 'betting' websites are using social media to reach British dieters.

Pretty Little Thing advert 'doesn't objectify women'

An advert banned for over-sexualising women is just 'tapping into fashion trends'.

The 63-year-old apprentice learning a new trade

Former fisherman Gerry Thompson tells the Today programme about his apprenticeship.

The women who make argan oil want better pay

Argan is the latest culinary and cosmetic must-have, but the women workers want more of the money.

Uber sees path to profit despite $1.1bn loss

Spending to expand its Uber Eats food delivery business impacted the firm's bottom line.

Boeing: US regulator says 'no timescale' for 737 return

The Boeing plane has been grounded since March 2019 after two separate crashes killed 346 people.

Fiat warns of coronavirus risk to Europe car plant

The car maker says supply chain problems in China could close a European factory within four weeks.

Coronavirus: Shanghai's deserted streets and metro

Amid China's coronavirus, the BBC's Robin Brant shows how Shanghai's streets are now largely empty.

'A turtle inspired us to tackle plastic pollution'

A couple who met while travelling say seeing the "scary" impact of rubbish spurred them into action.

Would you follow this man on Instagram?

BP's Bernard Looney is the latest chief executive to join the platform but do bosses know what it's for?

Climate change: Clean tech 'won't solve warming in time'

Breakthrough technologies cannot be relied on to help the UK meet its climate targets, a report says.

Airbnb blocks under-25s booking 'party houses' in Canada

The firm will not allow young Canadians to book whole houses following a fatal shooting last week.

China halves tariffs on more than 1,700 US goods

Markets react positively as China takes its first step to ease tensions over the trade war with the US.

Tesla warns that coronavirus will hit China deliveries

The firm's share price slumped 17% after an executive said deliveries of the Model 3 would be delayed.

Water and sewerage bills set to fall by about £17 a year

Regulator Ofwat had told water firms to invest more in improving services between 2020 and 2025.

Buses: Government unveils £50m plan to create first all-electric bus town

Local authorities can bid for the money to pay for a new fleet of up to 200 electric buses.

Coronavirus: The economic cost is rising in China and beyond

How is the coronavirus outbreak affecting China's economy and trade?

My Money: A wedding, a pay rise and some healthy eating

As part of a new BBC blog series, Somi from Nigeria shares what she spent her money on this week.

Axminster Carpets: Carpet maker seeks rescue deal

The Devon-based firm has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators.

Uber self-driving cars allowed back on California roads

It is a revival of the firm's self-driving programme, which was scaled back after a fatal crash.

Gambling body: Scantily-clad models not our issue

An annual industry event continues to use promotional models wearing revealing outfits.

Vaping: Companies feel burn from US lawmakers

One US congressman told executives that they were not "men of integrity" for selling the products.

UK tech giant founder arrested over US extradition

Lawyers for Autonomy's founder Mike Lynch say he "vigorously rejects all the allegations" of fraud.

Ad-targeting should be made transparent, data ethics body says

Online political ads should be more tightly regulated, a data ethics body says.

Coronavirus: LG pulls out of Mobile World Congress

The tech firm has cancelled its appearance at Mobile World Congress due to the virus.

Coronavirus: Cathay Pacific asks staff to take unpaid leave

The Hong Kong-based airline wants staff to take three weeks leave to help cope with Coronavirus.

India tells Chinese guests to stay away from car show

Chinese firms will showcase their fleets of electric cars but staff will not attend the Delhi auto show.

Gambling in football: Bookmakers considering ban on shirt and pitchside advertising

Bookmakers "consider" a voluntary ban on football shirt sponsorship and pitchside advertising, a parliamentary committee hears.

Rockstar Games founder Dan Houser leaves studio

Dan Houser founded the studio behind Grand Theft Auto with his brother in 1998.

Ryanair rapped over low emissions claims

The UK's advertising watchdog says Europe's biggest airline misled consumers about its carbon footprint.

Pretty Little Thing: 'Overly sexualised' advert banned

The "irresponsible" advert invited viewers to view women as sex objects, the regulator rules.

'My African name stopped me getting job opportunities'

About a third of FTSE 100 have no ethnic minority representation on their boards, a report shows.

Mobile operators clash on 'notspots' costs

A key meeting will be held on Wednesday to hammer out the details of sharing rural networks.

Dozens arrested in 'courier fraud' crackdown

One couple lost almost £1m after being persuaded to hand over all their savings and pensions.

How the McDonald's model revolutionised business

By successfully selling franchises, Ray Kroc turned a tiny hamburger restaurant into a global giant.

Keeping rats out of kitchens and bedbugs out of hotels

Mouse traps and poison are being replaced by internet connected traps and thermal imaging.

CEO Secrets: Can you be the boss if you're in chronic pain?

Shazia Ginai, who suffers from chronic pain, found that it was no barrier to being the CEO of a market research firm.

Demand for Disney+ exceeds expectations

The service is Disney's answer to competition from Netflix.

Tesla: Is the car firm really worth $170bn?

The carmaker's market value has grown by about a third in less than a month.

How will the petrol and diesel car ban work?

A ban on sales of new petrol and diesel cars will be brought forward by eight years to 2032, MPs say.

Ikea announces first big UK store closure

The Swedish furniture giant's Coventry branch will close this summer, putting 352 jobs at risk.

High-paid banker 'suspended over alleged food theft'

Paras Shah, said to be earning £1m a year, is reportedly accused of taking sandwiches from Citigroup's canteen.

Petrol and diesel vehicle ban brought forward to 2035

Government plans to bring changes forward by five years to help the UK reach climate targets.

Coronavirus and oil: Why crude has been hit hard

The world's biggest oil producers are under pressure to cut output as crude prices slump.

AirAsia tycoon Tony Fernandes steps aside as CEO

The move by the boss of Asia's biggest budget airline comes as the company faces a bribery probe.

Coronavirus: 'We may have no clothes left to sell'

We talk to UK firms affected by the disruption caused by the deadly virus.

UK aviation industry vows net zero carbon by 2050

Cleaner engines, new fuels and planting trees will all help, according to an industry group.

The medieval knight who went into space

Multimillionaire computer games veteran Richard Garriott is also a pioneer of space tourism.

Bubble tea: A sweet treat that went global

The BBC's Sarah Toms looks at why bubble tea is proving so popular in Singapore and around the world

YouTube shines but Google ads continue to slow

Google-owner Alphabet shares details of YouTube's ad business for the first time.

Travelex: Bank currency services still offline after hack

Lloyd and RBS are among many banks unable to offer online currency services.

Pound falls on fears of 'bare bones' EU trade deal

Sterling drops as Boris Johnson and Europe set out tough negotiating stances on post-Brexit trade.

What is a 'Canada-style' trade deal?

Could the Canada-EU trade deal be a model for the UK's relationship with the EU after Brexit?

Debt: 'It consumes every thought, every moment'

As one man tells of his struggles with debt, the regulator issues a warning to credit card firms.

Brexit: Boris Johnson sets out vision of UK-EU trade deal

The PM says there is "no need" for Britain to follow Brussels-made rules to secure the new pact.

Nearly one million miss tax return deadline

Anyone with a genuine excuse for missing Friday night's cut-off can talk to HMRC to avoid fines.

Budget carrier Air Asia denies allegations of bribery

Malaysia's AirAsia denies allegations it received bribes to buy Airbus planes.

Coronavirus: Chinese stocks plunge as markets reopen

The sharp fall comes despite the central bank pumping billions of dollars into the financial system.

'Nine million' workers claimed sickies in 2019

Bad office culture and heavy workloads are to blame for fake sick days, a survey suggests

'My overdraft cost will nearly double - why am I being punished?'

Big banks have recently announced much higher interest rates for overdrafts, leaving savers confused.

Making beautiful colours without toxic chemicals

Dyeing clothes uses a lot of water and chemicals, but new tech is drawing on nature for colours.

Coronavirus: China to pump $170bn into economy amid growth fears

The money will be deployed on Monday as financial markets reopen after an extended break.

Brexit: We won't take your rules, PM to tell Brussels

Boris Johnson is to say he would accept border checks if the EU does not agree to a free-trade deal.

Pompeo offers Belarus oil in rare visit

He is the first US secretary of state to visit the country for a quarter of a century.

'I wasn't allowed to buy my burrito with cash'

The US pioneered credit cards and online payments, but convincing people to go cashless is proving harder.