Coronavirus: 'Our business can now get cracking' after lockdown

Outdoor markets and car showrooms in England are allowed to reopen from Monday amid the pandemic.

Make Covid-19 recovery green, say business leaders

Well-known firms such as Asda and Lloyds Bank are urging ministers to prioritise the environment.

Coronavirus: How safe is it to get on a plane?

Many airlines are planning to resume flying, but they first need to reduce the risks of Covid-19.

Mining firm Rio Tinto sorry for destroying Aboriginal caves

The caves in Western Australia sheltered prehistoric people in the Ice Age 46,000 years ago.

Amazon UK website defaced with racist abuse

The online giant blames a "bad actor" for the language appearing alongside multiple product listings.

Microsoft 'to replace journalists with robots'

Dozens working on the MSN site look set to be replaced by AI, media reports say.

Coronavirus: Pret a Manger plans rent talks in bid to avoid closures

The sandwich chain is "radically" changing its business model in the wake of the coronavirus epidemic.

Coronavirus: Debenhams makes some restaurant employees redundant

Retailer Debenhams makes staff in some of its cafes redundant after going into administration.

Coronavirus: Renters struggle most with pandemic costs, report says

Private renters are struggling with housing costs more than mortgage-payers, new research suggests.

Kylie Jenner: Forbes drops celebrity from billionaire list

The magazine says the Kardashian family misled the press about the value of Kylie Jenner's makeup business.

Employers to start paying share of furlough scheme

Firms' contributions will rise to 20% before the scheme finishes at the end of October, says Chancellor.

Virus-hit self-employed to receive second payment

Applications for a "second and final" grant of up to £6,570 will open in August, the chancellor says.

Coronavirus: Chancellor set to outline furlough scheme changes

The government is currently paying part of the wages of more than 8 million furloughed workers.

Coronavirus: New mortgage holiday should affect credit rating, says Nationwide boss

The UK's biggest building society says struggling applicants should be flagged to lenders.

Twitter hides Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

For the first time, Twitter has hidden a tweet on the president's profile behind a warning.

Renault cuts 15,000 jobs in major restructuring

The French carmaker announces a €2bn cost-cutting plan after seeing a collapse in sales.

Trump signs executive order targeting Twitter after fact-checking row

The US president's move follows a decision by Twitter to add a "fact-check" notice to his tweets.

Coronavirus: How the advertising industry is changing

A large decline in advertising expenditure is hurting the sector, plus TV channels and newspapers.

Over 100 MPs ask Chancellor to extend self-employed help

Rishi Sunak has only days left to lend an extension the scheme which MPs say is a "lifeline" to many

Coronavirus: UK sees almost no car manufacturing in April

Output fell by 99.7% from the same month last year as virus closes car plants.

Renault prepares for 15,000 job cuts

The French carmaker in February reported its first annual loss in a decade

What if the US removes Hong Kong's special status?

Until now, the US has given Hong Kong favourable trading terms

Biggest UK solar plant approved

Climate change: Go-ahead for controversial solar farm - the UK's biggest

Trump to take 'big action' against social media

The US president is expected to sign an executive order following a row with Twitter.

Will coronavirus change America's jobless stigma?

In a country where state aid is frowned upon, the number of Americans receiving benefits has skyrocketed.

Coronavirus: Hardship risk 'could undermine test and trace system'

The rules and rates of sick pay could leave people feeling compelled to work, unions say.

Uber destroys thousands of bikes and scooters

Videos of the red bikes being crushed were shared online after Uber sold its Jump business to Lime.

Coronavirus: Harrods hits the shopping mall to stop congestion

The department store will open at a nearby Westfield centre to ensure social distancing.

Nissan shuts Barcelona plant with the loss of 2,800 jobs

Almost 3,000 jobs will go as Nissan, which owns a huge factory in Britain, reacts to falling car sales.

Coronavirus: EasyJet plans thousands of job cuts

The airline says up to 30% of its workforce will go as it struggles with the slump in demand for air travel.

Travel firms say quarantine plan must be scrapped

More than 70 industry bosses say a 14-day quarantine will put visitors off coming to the UK.

Trump to 'sign executive order about social media'

The latest dispute comes after Twitter added fact-check links to the president's tweets for the first time.

How Covid-19 scared off Little Tummy's investors

How a fast-growing baby food firm saw investors pull out because of the Covid-19 crisis.

Charity shops fear deluge of donations when they re-open in June

Lockdown has inspired mass clear outs but charities ask customers to be selective with donation.

Coronavirus: Vending machine mum's perfect money lesson

Nurse Sarah Balsdon bought a vending machine, filled it with snacks, then paid her children for chores.

Boeing job cuts start to hit 12,000 US workers

A drop in travel due to the pandemic worsened the situation for the company, which was already in crisis.

Meng Wanzhou: Huawei executive suffers US extradition blow

A Canadian court has ruled that the extradition hearing of Meng Wanzhou can continue.

Coronavirus: Von der Leyen calls €750bn recovery fund 'Europe's moment'

A giant fund worth €750bn (£670bn; $825bn) is proposed, some of it raised on capital markets.

Coronavirus: When will shops open and what will the rules be?

Non-essential shops can reopen in England next month, but will I be able to buy a book or have a haircut?

Coronavirus: Young could be scarred throughout working life

UN agency the International Labour Organisation warns of potential "lockdown generation".

Sky Q kicks off HDR support starting with on-demand nature shows

The broadcaster’s new HDR experience will be available to Sky Q customers with certain set-top boxes.

UK furlough scheme now covers 8.4 million workers

The scheme to pay wages of workers on leave because of coronavirus has now cost £15bn.

Hairdressers say they are ready to open in June

Salons are asking the government to let them open before July to cut hair.

Coronavirus: What are my rights as a non-essential shop worker?

Some shops will reopen from June, but what needs to be in place to keep staff safe?

Record drop in energy investment, warns IEA think-tank

The pandemic has caused a record fall in energy investment and will likely lead to more pollution.

Coronavirus: 'Short-lived' rebound in house hunter demand

Buyer demand leapt when curbs on the sector were lifted in England, but may not last long-term, analysis says.

Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact-checking warning

This is the first time the social media giant has said President Trump's tweet could be misleading.

Coronavirus: 'Mums do most childcare and chores in lockdown'

A study has found that the only situation in which dads pull their weight is if they're not working.

Sizewell C: Nuclear power station plans for Suffolk submitted

Critics say EDF's plans would take money from projects that could transform the UK energy landscape.

Coronavirus: Climate change 'could have greater impact'

SSE reveals its "greenprint" for rebuilding "a cleaner and more resilient economy for the future".

Denmark embraces live music drive-ins

Mads Langer performs a drive-in concert for music fans in Copenhagen while social distancing.

Find out which masks offer the most protection and why

You may have heard the term N95 but what does it mean and why are some masks rated higher than others?

Coronavirus: France announces €8bn rescue plan for car industry

President Emmanuel Macron wants France to become the top producer of clean vehicles in Europe.

Warner Music Group eyes $13.2bn valuation

The firm, owned by billionaire Len Blavatnik, is planning a flotation on the Nasdaq exchange.

Huawei: What would happen if the UK ditched the Chinese firm?

Officials are taking another look into Huawei, but the Chinese firm warns against a 5G ban.

McLaren to cut 25% of staff as virus hits demand

The supercar maker and Formula One team plans to layoff 1,200 people, the vast majority in the UK.

Car dealership 'to trust customers' on test drives

No staff member will accompany members of the public on test drives as part of social distancing measures.

Stanley Ho: Hong Kong's 'king of gambling' dies aged 98

Ho was credited with steering Macau to overtake Las Vegas as the gambling capital of the world.

Alberta minister says ban on protests means 'great time' to build pipeline

Alberta's energy minister cites a ban on protests when asked about a controversial project in Canada.

Aston Martin chief leaves amid share price collapse

The struggling luxury carmaker says goodbye to Andy Palmer and welcomes Tobias Moers.

Coronavirus: What's the future for the office?

As companies hint at more home-working, how could our work culture be about to shift?

Coronavirus: New York Stock Exchange trading floor to reopen

The resumption of floor trading comes after a two-month closure due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The man who sells 700 million sandwiches a year

Patrick Coveney, is the boss of the UK's largest sandwich maker of pre-packaged sandwiches.

Coronavirus: Lufthansa agrees €9bn rescue deal with Germany

European markets rose on the bailout deal news, which sees Germany take a 20% stake in the firm.

Coronavirus: All non-essential shops to reopen from 15 June - PM

Boris Johnson says all shops can reopen in England next month if they meet certain Covid-19 guidelines.

Coronavirus: Hairdressers offer virtual appointments in lockdown

Salons are giving advice via video chat apps to help people style and colour their hair at home.

Coronavirus: Spain to stop quarantining arrivals from 1 July

The country hopes to save the summer season but UK tourists face quarantine in their own country.

Volkswagen loses landmark German 'dieselgate' case

A ruling in a German court could have implications for other VW motorists seeking compensation.

Grenfell fears prevent timber building boom

Plans to reduce the height of wood-based properties contradicts advice to increase construction.

Could you have to pay your bank to save money?

As countries take extreme measures keep the economy afloat, could we see negative interest rates?

Coronavirus: UK government draws up plan to rescue key firms

The government could aid strategically important firms impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

Fresh UK review into Huawei role in 5G networks

The National Cyber Security Centre involvement follows new US sanctions on the Chinese telecoms giant.

UK must agree 'air bridges', warn business groups

Industries say the UK will be left behind, unless it relaxes quarantine rules with low-risk nations.

Coronavirus: Jaguar Land Rover in talks over government loan

The carmaker is reportedly seeking more than £1bn in taxpayer support as the pandemic hits sales.

Has the virus prompted an early mid-life crisis for some?

'I've gone from a large office in Soho to painting in my bedroom,' says Cece Philips who quit her job to become an artist.

Hertz: Car rental firm files for US bankruptcy protection

The company said the coronavirus pandemic had led to an "abrupt" decline in bookings.

Coronavirus: The shops refusing to pay their rent

As the next quarter's rent falls due, who should pay it while businesses are closed?

Coronavirus: Leading economist warns of 10 years of depression and debt

Economist Nouriel Roubini - "Dr Doom" - has warned of a prolonged downturn and sluggish recovery.

Get ready for the 'holy grail' of computer graphics

Ray tracing produces stunning lighting effects but has been too complex for computers, until now.

Colman's Mustard factory in Norwich closing after 160 years

The Colman's factory in Norwich produced its final jar of the tangy condiment last year.

African solutions to the coronavirus crisis

African firms tell the BBC how they are solving problems caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

Specialist Leisure Group collapses into administration

More than 64,000 bookings have been cancelled due to the collapse of Specialist Leisure Group.

Coronavirus: Chinese retail giant Alibaba sees 'recovery' after virus

The Chinese firm Alibaba reports an increase in revenue as its economy shows signs of recovering.

Coronavirus: Ikea to begin reopening stores

But the furniture giant will limit family groups to one adult and one child per household.

Marston's and Carlsberg UK announce £780m merger

The companies say their £780m deal - which does not include pubs - will bring a wider choice drinks to customers.

Fake online reviews under investigation by competition authority

The competition authority has launched an investigation into faked and paid-for reviews online.

Carluccio's bought by Giraffe owner but 1,000 jobs cut

The deal saves 800 jobs and 30 sites, but 40 restaurants and more than 1,000 jobs will be lost.

Theo Paphitis: ‘Retail will never, ever be the same again’

Entrepreneur and ex-Dragons' Den star Theo Paphitis talks to the BBC about how coronavirus has hit retail.

Coronavirus: Wetherspoons sets out post-lockdown plan for pubs

The pub chain has said that staff will be given face masks and protective eyewear when pubs reopen.

UK borrowing soars to cope with impact of virus

The government borrowed £62.1bn in April - the highest monthly figure since records began.

Coronavirus: Retail sales crash in April as lockdown hits shops

British clothing sales plummeted by 50.2% last month as many High Street stores were closed.

Mortgage payment holiday extended for further three months

The Treasury cautions that borrowers should continue to pay their mortgages if they are able.

China scraps annual economic growth target for first time

The world's second largest economy takes unprecedented step not to give forecast for the year ahead.

Coronavirus: Flexible working will be a new normal after virus

Facebook and New Zealand's prime minister are the latest to support a radical shift in how we all work.

Coronavirus: Universities fear fall in lucrative overseas students

Education is one of the sectors of the global economy that is being hardest hit by the pandemic.

Coronavirus: Job adverts increase in rural areas despite Covid-19

Roofers and security guards are among professions with increased demand, one study suggests.

How will we pay for the coronavirus damage?

Coronavirus has cost the UK government hundreds of billions of pounds. How will we pay for it?

Amazon trials online food delivery in India

The firm has started working with restaurants to deliver meals in parts of Bengaluru.

Coronavirus: Man Utd say pandemic has cost them £28m so far

Manchester United say the coronavirus pandemic has cost them an initial £28m - and expect the final figure to be far higher.

Coronavirus: US workers seeking jobless aid near 40 million

Almost a quarter of the US workforce has filed for unemployment since mid-March.

WageDay Advance: Tiny payout for borrowers mis-sold payday loans

Those owed compensation by WageDay Advance will receive less than 6% of their entitlement.

Clarks to cut 900 office jobs in shake-up

The 195-year-old firm said it had to make "some difficult decisions" to re-energise the business

Coronavirus: UK property sales hit record low in April

New data from HMRC revealed 38,060 deals involving residential homes last month.

Coronavirus: AstraZeneca ready to supply potential vaccine in September

AstraZeneca agrees deals to deliver at least 400 million doses of a Covid-19 vaccine, providing it works.

Zuckerberg: Facebook in 'arms race' against electoral interference

Facebook's founder Mark Zuckerberg tells the BBC it will 'take down' coronavirus misinformation.

Coronavirus: EasyJet to resume flights in June

The airline says it will restart a "small number" of routes where there is enough customer demand.

Mastercard staff can work from home 'until ready'

The credit card firm is the latest company to relax return-to-work rules for its global workforce.

US Senate passes bill that could delist some Chinese firms

The moves comes as tensions rise between Washington and Beijing over the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus: Benefit claims fraud could be £1.5bn

Officials say criminals and individuals may be taking advantage of relaxed benefits processes.

Coronavirus: Tinder boss says 'dramatic' changes to dating

Elie Seidman discusses the impact of coronavirus and how his dating app will react.

Oil collapse: 'Right now everything I have is shut down'

After years of boom, is the US oil industry now going bust?

Coronavirus: Chancellor 'could extend mortgage holiday'

The Chancellor is believed to be discussing ways of extending the three month mortgage holiday.

VW pulls Instagram ads after racism row

The German car giant has apologised and withdrawn a series of adverts after a racism row.

Carlos Ghosn: US ex-Green Beret and son arrested over escape from Japan

The former soldier and his son are detained for allegedly helping the ex-Nissan boss flee Japan.

EasyJet hack: ‘I’ve been left in complete limbo’

EasyJet passengers whose card details were stolen say they are frustrated by the airline's response.

Coronavirus: Shopping may never be the same, says M&S

The British retailer's food sales have failed to off-set a huge fall in demand for clothing.

Coronavirus: Rolls-Royce to cut 9,000 jobs amid virus crisis

The aircraft engine maker blames the "unprecedented" slowdown in the aviation sector for the cuts.

UK inflation falls sharply in April to 0.8%

The price of vegetables and toys rise during lockdown, but cheaper petrol sees inflation slide to 0.8%.

Coronavirus: World Bank warns 60m at risk of 'extreme poverty'

The financial impact of the coronavirus is hitting poor nations hard and destroying millions of livelihoods.

Facebook Shops: Online stores open on Facebook and Instagram

From brand pages to live streams, Facebook is rolling out new shopping features across its apps.

Are Britain's banks strong enough for coronavirus?

It depends on how you measure their strength, say regulators, investors and academics.

Johnson & Johnson to stop selling baby powder in US

The healthcare giant faces thousands of lawsuits from consumers claiming talc caused their cancer.

Covid: Concerns over 'out of pocket' rail passengers

Some season ticket holders 'in the dark' over refunds, but firms say refund demand is unprecedented.

How Heck plans to weather hard times after lockdown ends

How the sausage-maker Heck plans to weather hard times after the lockdown ends.

Coronavirus lockdown: The Indian migrants dying to get home

Many poor Indians, fleeing hunger in locked down cities, have died of exhaustion or in accidents.

Dark web scammers exploit Covid-19 fear and doubt

From miracle cures to co-ordinated hacking the dark web is a hive of coronavirus scamming.

Mirrors and shears prices set to fall in Brexit tariff plan

The government said it has removed import levies on items worth more than £30bn.

Coronavirus: Extra bank holiday for October being considered

The tourist industry says another public holiday would extend the season and help offset losses caused by lockdown.

Coronavirus: UK tourism boss backs call for 'air bridges'

Air bridges would allow visitors from low-risk countries into the UK without having to quarantine.

EasyJet admits nine million customers hacked

The attack was "sophisticated" the airline said, adding that some credit card details had been accessed.

Seven charts on the coronavirus jobs market

How the coronavirus pandemic is hitting the UK jobs market and how that compares globally.

Coronavirus: Universal credit claims hit monthly record

The number of claims has jumped to six times more than a year earlier as incomes are hit.

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Coronavirus: Bosses' bonuses banned in exchange for virus loans

The Treasury and the Bank of England will restrict company payouts for firms seeking taxpayer funds.

Thai Airways saved from the brink by government

Thailand's national carrier had been waiting for the government to approve its restructuring plan.

Disney's head of streaming to become CEO of TikTok

Kevin Mayer will be in charge of the global development of the short-form video platform.

Nasdaq to tighten rules amid concerns over Chinese firms

The move comes as tensions rise between there US and China and the Luckin Coffee scandal.

Huge rise in people claiming unemployment benefit

The claimant count went up by 856,500 to 2.097 million in April, the first full month of the lockdown.

Ovo Energy to close offices and cut 2,600 jobs

The new owner of SSE's retail division says the lockdown has forced it to accelerate cost-cutting measures.

Coronavirus: Young people 'most likely to lose work' in lockdown

One in three young workers is earning less than before the coronavirus outbreak, a report suggests.

Elon Musk: Tesla raises cost of 'self-driving' cars

Elon Musk hikes the price of Tesla's "self-driving" option by $1,000 and says it will continue to rise.

Coronavirus: 'Losing my job pushed me to set up a business'

The BBC speaks to three different people across the UK who have lost their jobs during lockdown.

Coronavirus: Big sales expected when clothes stores reopen next month

Stores 'will have to discount heavily' to shift excess stock that may now be out of season, one analyst said.

Coronavirus: 'I'm vulnerable and have been made redundant'

Sales administrator Emma Timberlake has multiple sclerosis and has recently found out that she has been made redundant.

The man who bought 60,000 oil and gas wells

Rusty Hutson Jr is the boss of fast-growing US energy firm Diversified Gas & Oil.

Coronavirus: France and Germany propose €500bn recovery fund

The plan would see €500bn of grants distributed to EU member states worst affected by the pandemic.

Coronavirus: Uber announces drastic cuts to secure its future

Uber announces drastic action to scale back its business as its losses balloon amid pandemic lockdowns.

Coronavirus: Pubs call time on two metre rule

Pub and bar owners want social-distancing rules relaxed to just one metre when they reopen for business.

Coronavirus: 6,000 jobs at risk at Cafe Rouge and Bella Italia owner

The chains' owner Casual Dining Group files intent to appoint administrators after the virus lockdown hit trading.

Electric bikes 'could help people return to work'

A rise in electric-bikes would extend the range of cyclists using them to commute, a study finds.

Huawei calls US rules 'arbitrary and pernicious'

The Chinese tech giant said it has been "riddled with bullets" since the US placed it on a blacklist.

Some visitors may be exempted from coronavirus quarantine rule

The transport secretary says people arriving from countries with low virus infection rates may not need to isolate.

Coronavirus: Self-employed grant claims top two million

The government coronavirus help scheme has received grant requests worth £6bn, the chancellor says.

Coronavirus: Watchdog seeks new powers to fight inflated prices

The Competition and Markets Authority says hundreds of firms have pushed up prices during the pandemic.

Sir Frederick Barclay's nephew 'caught with bugging device' at Ritz hotel

CCTV footage from the Ritz hotel is at the centre of a row between the families of the Barclay twins.

Coronavirus: Vauxhall's Luton plant reopens production

Managing director Stephen Norman says 800 out of 1,600 staff have returned to work.

Coronavirus: Shopping centre giant Intu warns of debt default risk

Trafford Centre-owner Intu is asking lenders for breathing space as coronavirus hampers recovery.

Coronavirus: Stilton sales plunge 30% amid pandemic

Makers of the UK's only trademarked cheese hope the British public will start buying more of the product.

Coronavirus: Bridgend Ford return to work marks 40 years

The engine plant's re-opening after a Covid-19 shutdown will only be for a final few months.

Coronavirus: How have independent shopkeepers been faring?

How high street independent shops have battled to stay loyal to customers during the pandemic.

Ryanair says passenger numbers set to halve

But the airline says it will weather the coronavirus crisis and emerge stronger afterwards.

Japan's economy slips into recession amid coronavirus woes

The world's third biggest economy has fallen into recession for the first time in more than four years.

Stations put crowd control measures in place

More trains begin running but rail bosses worry that social distancing will not be possible on board.

Coronavirus: 'One click and we were worse off' after universal credit claim

People claiming universal credit for the first time may lose existing benefits and be worse off.

Coronavirus: 'I'm not happy going back to work. It's too soon'

Nearly 5,000 people have contacted the health and safety regulator with workplace safety concerns over the virus.

Fed chairman Powell warns downturn 'may last until late 2021'

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said a full rebound may not be possible until a vaccine is made.

Coronavirus: The couples for whom love doesn't wait

The coronavirus outbreak may have scuppered many wedding plans, but plenty of couples are still getting engaged.

My Money: 'No expenditure at all today!'

Bex Young from Dundee takes us through her spending in a week in her life in lockdown.

HS2 'badly off course' with bosses 'blindsided', MPs say

A damning parliamentary report raises questions about transparency on the high-speed rail project.

Rich List: Inventor Sir James Dyson is UK's richest person

The entrepreneur replaces the Hinduja brothers after increasing his wealth by £3.6bn.

"I'm living on cards": The businesses still waiting for emergency loans

BBC News has seen a string of complaints about leading banks from customers unable to get any money.

Coronavirus: Should furloughed workers offer their skills for free?

Furloughed workers are offering their skills for free, but some freelancers are taking issue with the trend.

How coronavirus is changing NHS technology

Hospitals across the UK have been making improvements to their technology in response to Covid-19.

Coronavirus: 'Lockdown is opportunity of a lifetime for bike lanes'

Gil Penalosa of urban reform group 8 80 Cities says lockdown is the right time to make cities more bike-friendly.

Government backtracks on French quarantine exemption

Under the plans announced last weekend, people arriving from abroad must isolate themselves for two weeks.

Coronavirus: Self-employed grant claims top one million

More than one million people have applied for money from the government coronavirus help scheme.

US targets Huawei with tighter chip export rules

The action is its latest against the Chinese tech giant, which the US says is a national security threat.

Coronavirus: Up to 950 JCB jobs at risk as 'demand halves'

The staff roles are under threat at the firm's 10 plants in Staffordshire, Derbyshire and Wrexham.

Canary Wharf financial centre prepares for return to work

London's Canary Wharf draws up detailed plans for tens of thousands of workers to return post-lockdown.

Coronavirus: Royal Mail boss Rico Back in surprise exit

Rico Back leaves after less than two years in the role amid reports he ran the firm from Switzerland.

German economy in biggest contraction for 11 years

It shrank by 2.2% in the first quarter as the coronavirus pandemic took its toll on activity.

William Hill punters bet on table tennis in sports lull

William Hill says gamblers have switched to "alternative sports" during the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus: How much will it cost the UK?

The pandemic will cost the government hundreds of billions of pounds. Where will it all come from?

Coronavirus 'could cost global economy $8.8tn' says ADB

It comes as authorities around the world have taken aggressive action to support their economies.

Coronavirus: WTO head steps down a year early as downturn looms

Roberto Azevedo's exit comes as global trade is expected to slump to historic lows amid the pandemic.

Coronavirus: Avanti introduces social distancing measures on its trains

Rail firm Avanti urges passengers not to turn up without an advanced ticket and wear face coverings.

Coronavirus: 'My heart ruled my head' - rise in romance scams

Organised gangs will be exploiting lockdown loneliness to steal from romance scam victims, a charity says.

Coronavirus: How can the car industry hope to recover?

As car factories reopen, the automotive sector faces a long road back to normality.

Coronavirus: Amazon to make face shields and sell at cost

The online retailer will sell protective equipment without making a profit in the United States.

Coronavirus: Firms warn of shop-screen plastic shortage

The coronavirus pandemic has caused a big increase in demand for plastics used in shop screens.

Coronavirus: Government faces WW2-sized bill for tackling virus

The increased cost of the furlough scheme pushes borrowing to a level not seen since wartime.

One in four US workers claiming jobless benefits

Another 2.9 million Americans have filed for unemployment, bringing the total to more than 36 million.

Coronavirus: 'I set up a business in lockdown'

Four young people explain how they set up businesses in lockdown.

McLaren offers classic cars to secure virus help

The F1 and luxury car group may raise money secured against its historic race car collection.

Tesco changes bonus rules after Ocado success hits pay

Dave Lewis and other executives see pay boost after high-flying Ocado is removed from bonus calculator.

Coronavirus: Lloyd's of London says claims to be biggest since 9/11

Insurance market Lloyd's of London says it expects coronavirus-related claims to cost it up to $4.3bn.

Music royalties reach a record high - but a storm is coming

More than £800m was distributed to artists and writers last year, but a storm is coming.

Buzzfeed closing UK and Australian news operations

The online media company says it will be focusing on stories for its US audiences.

Coronavirus: Uber and Addison Lee to install protective screens

Addison Lee and Uber are installing partitions and providing taxi drivers with protective gear.

Fed warns of slow recovery without more virus relief

The comments by the head of America's central bank come as the US debates additional relief.

New York City caps fees for food delivery apps

America's biggest city joins others in tightening rules on delivery apps after restaurant complaints.

Coronavirus lockdown: Am I allowed to move house?

The easing of lockdown will affect those who want to buy or sell a home, or rent somewhere new, in England.

Coronavirus: Tesla stand-off eases as officials reach deal

The boss of the electric carmaker had defied shutdown orders to reopen the firm's factory.

Coronavirus: Marks & Spencer cafes to reopen as lockdown eases

The chain is the latest to reopen branches for takeaway with 49 set to operate from Thursday.

China's Luckin Coffee sacks bosses amid accounting scandal

Its chief executive and chief operating officer were sacked after a probe into an accounting scandal.

UK economy shrinks at fastest pace since financial crisis

The economy contracted by 2% in the first three months of the year, official figures show.

Tui warns of 8,000 job losses as it cuts costs

The travel firm says earnings will be significantly lower because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus: Twitter allows staff to work from home 'forever'

The social media company said its work-from-home approach during the lockdown had been a success.

Coronavirus: Self-employed grant scheme to open to applications

Grants will be paid into the accounts of eligible people six days after applying, the government says.

Coronavirus: India announces $264bn economic rescue package

Narendra Modi announces financial support for farmers and small businesses hit by the virus shutdown.

Coronavirus: 'We feel so lost' - Young face job despair

History shows school leavers' job prospects are often hardest hit after this kind of economic slump.

Facebook to pay $52m to content moderators over PTSD

The settlement comes as Facebook has been increasing its use technology to automatically review content.

Abba’s Björn Ulvaeus fears for future of West End theatres

Abba’s Björn Ulvaeus, co-writer of musical Mamma Mia!, says he fears for the future of the West End.

'Peak season is starting, but we are at zero occupancy'

The boss of budget hotel chain Point A says the hotels' fate depends on how business picks up after the lockdown.

The robot assistant that can guess what you want

In a five-year project a group of robotics experts have developed a robot that can assist in maintenance tasks.

Coronavirus: UK housing market is released from lockdown

Relief for hundreds of thousands as government sets out plan to re-start housing market.

Coronavirus: McDonald's expands restaurant sites to be reopened

Fast food chain McDonald's hopes to open all of its drive-through restaurants by early June.

Betting firms told to check customers after one hour

The Gambling Commission has advised operators to step in to help vulnerable customers.

UK furlough scheme extended by four months

UK scheme to pay wages of workers on leave because of coronavirus extended to October, Chancellor Rishi Sunak says

Foreign holiday season likely to be cancelled, says minister

Health Secretary Matt Hancock says "big, lavish international holidays" are unlikely this summer.

Coronavirus: Cruise firm Carnival UK 'to cut 450 jobs'

Carnival UK is planning to make hundreds of staff redundant at its headquarters in Southampton

Only 10% of office space in use, says Land Securities

Land Securities says the vast majority of its customers' employees are now working from home.

Coronavirus: New safety measures for transport network

The government urges people to avoid using public transport to get to work wherever possible.

Coronavirus: Ryanair plans to restore 40% of flights in July

The airline aims to operate nearly 1,000 flights a day, which is 90% of its regular timetable.

Coronavirus: Chancellor to set out future of job retention scheme

The government scheme, due to end in June, is currently subsidising the wages of six million people.

Bitcoin 'halving': What does the much-hyped event mean?

Investors are debating what impact the adjustment will have on the cryptocurrency market.

Coronavirus: Musk defies orders to reopen Tesla's California plant

The boss of the electric carmaker said he would be on the assembly line with other Tesla workers.

Coronavirus: 'I could be forced to lose a job I love'

Short notice from the government about returning to work has caused problems for some.

Coronavirus: How to run a factory during a pandemic

Control Techniques is still running at full production, despite the coronavirus. Here's how.

The high-flying circus firm for pop and rock stars

How friends Billy Alwen and Julian Bracey built circus performance firm Cirque Bijou.

Coronavirus: What should my employer do to keep me safe?

The government has published new guidance on how workplaces should be made safe amid the pandemic.

Coronavirus: P&O Ferries plans to axe 1,100 staff

The ferry operator says 'right-sizing' the business is necessary because of the impact of Covid-19.

The tech industry's winners and losers in lockdown

Unprecedented times are bad news for many - but not all. Some major technology companies are thriving.

Walsh defends BA job cuts in face of state help on pay

Willie Walsh said the job retention scheme cash would only buoy BA for a matter of days.

Coronavirus: Branson to sell Galactic stake to prop up Virgin

The billionaire hopes to raise $500m to support his businesses including Virgin Atlantic.

Morrisons cuts petrol price to below £1 a litre

It is the first time a national chain has sold petrol in the UK at this price since February 2016.

Brexit: UK-EU trade talks resume ahead of June summit

Both sides are due to decide next month whether a 31 December deadline should be extended.

Coronavirus: Do I have to go back to work after lockdown?

With lockdown restrictions eased, people may start going back to work. But what are your rights?

Coronavirus: Simpler funerals now the norm, says Dignity

Families are opting for simpler, cheaper services amid the pandemic, the funeral services group says.

Saudi Arabia triples VAT to support coronavirus-hit economy

The oil-rich kingdom's finances have been rocked after the pandemic forced down global energy prices.

Colombian airline Avianca files for bankruptcy in US court

The firm said its income has dropped 80% since grounding its fleet due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus: High Streets see 'fastest ever' footfall drop

Springboard says the fall in the number of shoppers visiting UK High Streets was "unprecedented".

Coronavirus: French passengers exempt from UK quarantine plans

The UK government said the new measures would not apply to those travelling from France.

My Money: 'I've gone from being a photographer to a farmer'

As coronavirus hit, photographer Anna Jackson returned to help her family on their Lincolnshire farm.

Coronavirus: Migrants struggle to send money home

The Covid-19 pandemic is limiting the ability of people to send and receive money around the world.

Coronavirus: Businesses want 'clear guidance' on return to work

Trade bodies call on government to set out detailed plans for any easing of lockdown restrictions.

Coronavirus: Airlines warned over passenger refund rights

The aviation watchdog says it could take action if plane companies don't give customers their money back.

Coronavirus: What shape will the recession be?

As the world braces for recession, a look at the four letters that could indicate the way the economy recovers.

Coronavirus: Shops should reopen based on safety - retail chief

The British Retail Consortium says practical safety measures will protect staff and shoppers.

Coronavirus: The sex toy manufacturer making NHS gear

The BBC speaks to unexpected sources who are supplying PPE amid coronavirus shortages.

"Can I get a mortgage if I'm only on 80% pay?"

As millions of people have their salaries cut, will mortgage providers lend based on reduced salary?

Prince of Wales hails Britain's postal workers during pandemic

Prince Charles praises their "dedication, resilience and hard work" in a letter left outside his home.

Coronavirus: Elon Musk vows to move Tesla factory in lockdown row

Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the firm will leave California after he is ordered to keep a factory shut.

Coronavirus: What could a socially-distanced bar look like?

How bars and restaurants could look when coronavirus restrictions are eased.

UK 'to bring in 14-day quarantine for air passengers'

Airlines group says it has been told coronavirus quarantining will start from the end of May.

Coronavirus: Six money-saving ideas for lockdown and beyond

Millions of people are facing pay cuts or less work, so how can you make your money go further?

Booze and bedsheets: Five things people are buying in lockdown

A report by the John Lewis group gives a snapshot of what consumers are buying during the pandemic.

Coronavirus: Seed sales soar as more of us become budding gardeners

The lockdown has led to huge growth in the number of people buying garden seeds.

Coronavirus: Pandemic sends US jobless rate to 14.7%

US unemployment rises to highest level since the 1930s as the pandemic devastates the economy.

Carlos Ghosn: Turkey charges seven over escape from Japan

The former Nissan chief's sensational flight from Japan involved flying via Istanbul to Lebanon.

Facebook and Google extend work from home to year end

The tech giants plan to re-open offices soon but will allow employees to work remotely throughout 2020.

Can robotaxis ease public transport fears in China?

More self-driving cabs are being launched in China at a time when people are worried about public transport.

Coronavirus: How African firms are being impacted by the lockdown

With imports slowing, many African nations are learning the importance of local manufacturing.

Coronavirus: Rail services to be increased as travel restrictions ease

Train operators and the government are planning to increase rail services from mid-May onwards.

UK 'must prioritise green economic recovery'

Boris Johnson needs to prioritise the environment as the UK recovers from coronavirus, firms say.

Coronavirus: Young people are keen to fly again, says airline boss

Wizz Air boss József Váradi says budget airlines will be in high demand once the pandemic ends.

More people are driving despite the lockdown restrictions, says RAC

The motoring group's figures show that the number of vehicles on the road has climbed 11% since lockdown started.

Coronavirus bailouts: Which country has the most generous deal?

A look at the different ways nations are trying to cushion the blow from the virus shutdowns.

Uber says 'no sacred cows' as it faces crisis

The firm has already announced job cuts affecting 14% of its staff.

Coronavirus: US unemployment claims hit 33.3 million amid virus

Data shows more than 15% of the US workforce is now claiming unemployment benefit.

Heathrow can appeal against third runway block

The airport has been granted permission to appeal a block on its expansion plans

Next to open beauty halls in former Debenhams stores

The retail chain will expand its online beauty concept to shopping centres when the lockdown ends.

Coronavirus: British Airways owner hopes to revive flights in July

Airline group IAG plans for a "meaningful return" of services if lockdown measures are eased.

Bank of England warns of deepest recession on record

The economy is on course to shrink 14% this year with a huge hit to jobs and incomes.

Virgin Media and O2 join forces to take on BT

A tie-up is agreed that will create one of the UK's largest mobile, broadband and media firms.

Coronavirus: Private renters need more help to 'ride out crisis'

Almost half a million people are at "high risk" of homelessness, local councils warn government.

Is Disney's theme park reopening a roadmap for businesses?

New measures being introduced at Shanghai Disneyland could be a blueprint for firms restarting operations.

Coronavirus: Will offices be safe for a return to work?

Here's a look at some of the technology that might help monitor the health of employees.

Hard-up parents plea for refunds from school travel firm

Specialist school travel company PGL is refusing refunds for cancelled holidays.

Coronavirus: Boomtime for bikes as virus changes lifestyles

Bicycle shops across the UK say demand for new bikes - and repairs for old ones - is high, and transport policymakers are trying to adjust.

The firm switching from floor tiles to surgical masks

Switching products to suit the times: the floor tile manufacturer now making masks for the NHS.

Coronavirus: Debenhams to close five stores after lockdown ends

Debenhams will permanently close more stores, after failing to agree new terms with some landlords.

Uber axes 3,700 staff as trips drop in lockdowns

The pandemic has added to financial challenges facing the taxi-hailing app firm.

Coronavirus: Heathrow trialling temperature tests, says boss

The aviation industry has been hit hard as business and leisure travellers stay grounded amid lockdown.

Coronavirus: EU facing 'deep and uneven recession'

The European Commission predicts a decline in economic activity this year of 7.5%.

Coronavirus: 'More normal' shopping habits are back, says Ocado

The online retailer has seen a huge increase in demand as shoppers stay at home during lockdown.

Qatar Airways warns of 'substantial' job losses

State-owned Qatar Airway plans significant staff cutbacks as it deals with the coronavirus downturn.

Watchdog blocks JD Sports' takeover of Footasylum

The competition watchdog says the deal would hit shoppers, but JD Sports "fundamentally disagrees".

Lockdown and loaded: virus triggers video game boost

The makers of 'Call of Duty: Warzone' and 'Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order' games see demand soar.

Lord Alan Sugar teeth whitening tweet banned by advertising watchdog

The Apprentice host's tweet, which promoted a teeth whitening kit, broke advertising guidelines.

Air fares face turbulence as flights slowly restart

Prices should initially fall but then spike by more than 50% if airlines have to keep middle seats free.

Coronavirus: Firms ready to restart within three weeks

Most firms are ready to restart operations with three weeks’ notice, with many embracing new practices.

Coronavirus: Spirits firm turns to hand sanitisers after sales evaporate

Falling alcohol sales at a specialist Cotswold spirits firm have been replaced by "exceptional" sales of its new line in hand sanitisers.

Coronavirus: Sailors tell of months stuck on ships

Since March, many ports are refusing to allow crew changes or shore leave.

Coronavirus: Can live-streaming save China's economy?

In China, the live-streaming industry has become an important platform for economic recovery.

Coronavirus: What shape will a recession and recovery take?

Monica Miller explains the alphabet soup of possible recession shapes for the coronavirus-hit global economy.

Disney suffers $1.4bn hit due to coronavirus

Lockdowns have forced the company to close its theme parks and has hurt advertising.

Airbnb cuts 25% of staff amid travel downturn

Airbnb chief says the changes facing the business "are not temporary or short-lived".

Uber and Lyft sued by California, accused of denying driver benefits

The state of California said the transportation companies are flouting the law by claiming drivers are independent.

The groundbreaking way to search lungs for signs of Covid-19

Artificial intelligence technology is being rapidly deployed worldwide to help tackle Covid-19.

Virgin Atlantic to cut 3,000 jobs and quit Gatwick

The airline will axe a third of its workforce in response to the "severe impact" of coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Barclays customers struggle to get 'vital' loans

Small businesses are reporting problems accessing money under the Bounce Back Loan scheme.

Marks and Spencer launches 30-minute home delivery service

The retailer's move comes four months before it is due to go into partnership with Ocado.

The warehouses where goods are piling up

Shops and restaurants are selling less, but goods are still arriving at warehouses around the UK.

UK-US trade talks will not be an easy ride

Both sides are desperate for a speedy agreement, but there are clear sticking points.

Elon Musk acts on promise to sell possessions with house sales

The maverick Tesla boss and new father puts homes on the market after saying "possessions weigh you down".

Coronavirus: Victims lose thousands to fake puppy and kitten sales

Some animal lovers hoping to buy pets during the coronavirus lockdown are being exploited by fraudsters.

Coronavirus: UK service sector activity plummets at record pace

A widely watched economic survey shows the dominant services sector all but stalled last month.

Vue Cinemas hoping for mid-July reopening

The boss of one of Britain's biggest chains says cinemas can control social distancing.

German top court criticises European Central Bank crisis bond-buying

The constitutional court's ruling does not directly affect the European Central Bank's coronavirus aid.

Gold's Gym files for bankruptcy protection

The global gym chain was made famous by the 1977 docudrama Pumping Iron with Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Coronavirus: 'Travel bubble' plan to help kick-start flights

Australia and New Zealand plan an unrestricted travel corridor which could be extended to other countries.

Coronavirus: New UK car registrations fall by 97%

Motor industry records only a few thousand registrations as Covid-19 outbreak keeps buyers at home.

CEOs cutting salaries is mostly a 'publicity stunt'

High-profile chief executives are taking pay cuts during the downturn but could still be better off.

‘After eight years on drugs, I run a million-dollar firm again'

The US designer who rebuilt his life after destroying it through cocaine and crystal meth addiction.

Coronavirus: ‘The nursery I run may not survive’

Thousands of nurseries and childminders may have to shut permanently due to the pandemic, new research suggests.

Coronavirus: US to borrow record $3tn as spending soars

The sum is more than five times the previous quarterly record, in the 2008 financial crisis.

Coronavirus: Aer Lingus review after packed flight complaint

Passengers on a Belfast-Heathrow flight were sat side by side despite social-distancing guidelines.

GE to cut up to quarter of its aviation staff

The air travel industry is preparing for a prolonged slowdown.

Trade talks between UK and US set to get under way

Ministers say they will drive a "hard bargain" but Labour say they must be "wary" of President Trump.

Coronavirus: Deloitte scraps summer internship scheme

The consulting giant offers candidates £500 instead, a sixth of what some would have earned on the scheme.

Coronavirus: Draft post-lockdown workplace rules contain 'huge gaps' - TUC

The leader of the TUC says she cannot recommend the government's draft advice "in its current form".

Coronavirus: Amazon vice president quits at virus firings

A senior engineer claims 'a vein of toxicity' is running through the firm which fired protestors.

J Crew files for bankruptcy protection

Creditors are set to take control of the firm, the first big US retail victim of the pandemic.

O2 and Virgin Media in talks to merge

A tie-up between two of the UK's largest mobile, broadband and media firms could create a major rival to BT.

Coronavirus: Air passengers told to wear face masks

Some airlines are now making it compulsory for travellers to put on masks when they resume travel.

Coronavirus: Unions warn over move to increase rail services

Rail union leaders have written to Prime Minister Boris Johnson with "severe concerns".

My Money: 'With love on my side, I can get through today'

As part of a BBC blog series, Leena Yousefi in Canada talks us through one week during the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus: Treasury rolls out small business 'bounce back' loans

The new scheme will offer smaller amounts than the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme

Coronavirus: UK airlines warn quarantine will 'kill air travel'

Companies say delaying passengers' entrance risks cutting off the UK from the rest of the world.

Coronavirus: McDonald's seeks rent cut from UK landlords

The fast food chain is in talks with property firms as it prepares to reopen some sites.

Coronavirus lockdown: Business group calls for phased easing

Ministers must set out plan immediately and sustain public spending if needed, business group urges.

Coronavirus: 'The only thing on my mind is coming back'

From restaurants to hairdressers, how are firms getting ready for a new normal when lockdown ends?

Coronavirus: Rolls-Royce 'to cut up to 8,000 jobs'

The firm says it "needs to take action" after aircraft manufacturers cut production amid the pandemic.

Warren Buffett's company Berkshire Hathaway sells US airline shares

The billionaire investor says he doesn't see any remaining upside in the airline industry.

Coronavirus coffee farmer: 'We're definitely scared'

Many small coffee producers fear they will go under, as Covid-19 has shut down their usual buyers.

Coronavirus: Eurostar passengers told to cover their faces

Those travelling by train to the Continent may be denied boarding if they do not comply with the rule.

Coronavirus: From Alpine ski slopes to vegetable picking

Farmers urgently need fruit and veg pickers and some people are answering the call - but it's not for everyone.

A breakthrough approaches for solar power

Scientists are working on better solar cells that will turn more of the sun's rays into electricity.

Elon Musk tweet wipes $14bn off Tesla's value

The tweet was one of several bizarre postings, including a promise to sell his possessions.

Coronavirus: Shopping centre giant threatens brands over rent

Property-owner Intu says it will take legal action against big chains that refuse to pay.

Coronavirus: McDonald's to start delivery-only reopening

The fast food chain will reopen 15 outlets, serving a limited menu that won't include breakfast.

Social-distancing at airports is 'impossible', says Heathrow boss

Heathrow Airport boss warns that social-distancing at airports is "physically impossible".

Greggs shop U-turn over sausage roll rush fears

Concern about too many customers means the bakery chain will now re-open behind closed doors.

Coronavirus: How do you hire during a pandemic?

Like many other business practices, Covid-19 has changed how businesses hire new staff.

Regulator to take insurers to court over coronavirus claims

The watchdog says some firms may be covered for losses under policies that have not been paid by insurers.

Ryanair may cut up to 3,000 jobs to survive virus

The airline says it may shed staff as it restructures to cope with the pandemic.