Ofcom urged to help end broadband loyalty penalty

Many long-standing customers pay more for broadband and mobile contracts than new customers do.

Starlink: Why is Elon Musk launching thousands of satellites?

The billionaire's SpaceX company hopes to provide an internet service from space.

Fuel tax cut in UK among lowest in Europe, RAC says

The motoring group says the UK's fuel duty cut looks "paltry" compared to help given in other countries.

Post Office under pressure over victims' pay-outs

The chair of the Post Office scandal inquiry will issue a report to parliament unless progress is made.

Octopus Energy asks government for £1bn to buy Bulb

The firm is seeking the funds, which will be paid back, to take over the collapsed firm.

Ukraine grain tycoon killed in Russian shelling of Mykolaiv

One of Ukraine's richest men and his wife died in a heavy bombardment, the authorities said.

‘I lost £40,000 worth of crops in a field fire’

People are being urged to take extra care to avoid causing fires in the countryside during hot weather.

Train strike set to cause widespread disruption

Birmingham's Commonwealth Games and the kick-off to the football season are among the events affected.

Train strikes: 'I cycled 33 miles to get to a gig'

Many people's travel plans have been disrupted but some aren't willing to let train strikes get in their way.

How Singapore is turning multi-storey car parks into farms

The densely populated South East Asian island nation imports more than 90% of the food it consumes.

Hershey warns of Halloween treats shortage

Nestle chief executive Michele Buck says the firm "will not be able to fully meet consumer demand".

Thousands of BT staff walk out in strike over pay

The union has warned people working from home. and broadband roll-out could be affected.

Details of £400 energy payment to households revealed

The money will be spread over six months but how it is received depends on how you pay your bills.

Network Rail starts consultation over job reforms

The move comes as the company and the RMT union can't agree a way forward on pay and jobs.

Five money saving ideas for parents over summer

The cost of the school summer holiday is worrying many families struggling with rising prices.

Apple and Amazon sales up despite rising prices

The companies are closely watched for signs of how people are spending as the economy slows.

Why Premier League teams are flocking back to Asia

Top football clubs have resumed pre-season Asian summer tours, after three years of Covid travel bans.

US mortgage lender to pay $20m in redlining case

Prosecutors say staff at the company exchanged racist emails and dubbed minority communities "ghetto".

Britishvolt: Electric car battery plant's funding confirmed

Britishvolt is building a huge factory in Northumberland, which it says will create 3,000 jobs.

Facebook owner Meta sees first ever sales decline

The owner of Instagram and WhatsApp faces increased competition from the likes of TikTok.

US makes huge interest rate rise to tame soaring prices

The Federal Reserve is increasing interest rates for a fourth time as it tries to control inflation.

Train strikes: Drivers to walk out over pay on 13 August

Drivers at nine rail companies will walk out again next month, the union Aslef says.

Gas prices soar as Russia cuts German supply

The Nord Stream 1 pipeline is now operating at just a fifth of its usual capacity.

McDonald's puts up price of cheeseburger for first time in 14 years

The fast food firm increases the price for the first time in 14 years due to growing cost pressures.

Pause benefit deductions for debt repayment - MPs

Households struggling through the cost-of-living crisis need some breathing space, MPs say in a report.

Train strikes: Disruption expected with latest rail walkouts

Tens of thousands of rail workers are walking out in a dispute over pay, jobs and terms.

Vow to tackle long waits to make a complaint

The financial regulator says new rules should tackle some of the biggest frustrations for consumers.

Train strikes: When are they and what are the disputes about?

Thousands of train drivers and rail workers will go on strike in July and August.

Heathrow hits back at Ryanair in air travel row

The boss of the UK's largest airport says Ryanair is wrong to blame airports for travel disruption.

Ukraine war: Russia waging gas war with Nord Stream 1 cuts - Zelensky

Ukraine's president accuses Moscow of using gas restrictions to inflict misery on ordinary Europeans.

Cost of living: Walmart issues profit warning as price rises hit

The US retail giant expects its annual profits to fall by up to 13% as food and fuel prices surge.

Amazon Prime subscription price raised by £1 a month

The £1-a-month rise comes after years in which the streaming service paid millions for football rights.

Convenience store spy cameras face legal challenge

Big Brother Watch campaigners says the "Orwellian" cameras at Southern Co-op shops breach people's rights.

Cost-of-living payments branded insufficient as energy bills soar

The Business Committee says payments should reflect higher than anticipated energy bills.

Ryanair boss hits out at airports: 'They had one job'

Neil Sorahan says airports had "one job to do" - to recruit enough staff to deal with higher demand.

Eurotunnel and Dover queues: Warning of another busy weekend of Channel traffic

Traffic heading to France is flowing freely on Monday but it is expected to be very busy next weekend.

Evergrande: Crisis-hit property giant faces deadline after bosses quit

The Chinese property firm is expected to deliver a preliminary restructuring plan this week.

Elon Musk denies affair with Google co-founder's wife

The technology multi-billionaire's comments came in response to a report in the Wall Street Journal.

Ukraine war: Russia denies causing global food crisis

Its foreign minister, who is in Egypt, says the West is distorting the truth as the Ukraine war rages.

Football kit sales delayed as supply chain issues hit clubs

Fewer than half of English clubs have both their home and away kits on sale ahead of the new season.

France energy: Air-conditioned shops will be told to shut doors to cut waste

New rules will force shops to keep doors shut when air conditioning is on and limit use of neon signs.

Three questions Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak must answer

The final two candidates for prime minister have some fundamental decisions to make over the economy.

Dover and Eurotunnel queues: Travellers warned of third day of delays

Families report sleeping in cars overnight on the approach to Eurotunnel, with waits of up to 21 hours.

Cost of living: Saving money on our summer holiday

Millions of us are still determined to have a summer getaway but keeping an eye on spending.

Airport workers on travel problems

Pilots, flight attendants and a baggage handler tell us what is happening where they work.

Cyber-attacks on Port of Los Angeles have doubled since pandemic

The threats to the Port of Los Angeles are believed to come mainly from Europe and Russia.

Port of Dover declares critical incident over queues

The weekend is expected to be one of the busiest periods of the year for holidaymakers.

Cost of living: Families cut back on fuel and clothes as prices rise

Retailers say record price rises are making households concerned over what they can afford.

Port Talbot: Tata steelworks could close without subsidy deal

Tata Group head says if a £1.5bn deal for reducing carbon emissions is not struck sites could close.

Snap shares slide as advertising slump hits sales

The California-based company is best known for the photo-sharing app Snapchat.

Russia 'looting' steel bound for Europe and UK, says Metinvest boss

A Ukrainian steel boss accuses Russia of stealing metal that had been meant for Europe.

Ryanair's Michael O'Leary wants 'practical' immigration approach

A "common sense" approach to post-Brexit policy is needed to fill vacancies, says Michael O'Leary.

UK blocks University of Manchester sensor deal with Chinese company

The proposed licensing of vision-sensing technology could be a national-security risk, the government says.

Nord Stream: Key Russian pipeline resumes pumping gas to Europe

There had been fears Moscow would not restart flows in response to sanctions over the Ukraine war.

China ride-hailing giant Didi fined $1.2bn after probe

The country's cyber security watchdog launched a probe into the firm just days after its US listing.

Tesla sells most of its Bitcoin holdings

The deal comes as the value of the cryptocurrency has plunged.

EU told to prepare for Russian gas shut-off

Countries urged to cut use by 15% until March, with the target becoming mandatory if Russia halts supplies.

Samsung did not break rules over woman running at 2am advert

People complained that the "irresponsible" smart watch advert encouraged unsafe behaviour.

Trains cancelled and delayed after heatwave damage

Network Rail said no direct trains are running between London and Scotland as repair work continues.

Petrol costs drives prices up at fastest rate for 40 years

UK inflation, the rate at which prices rise, edged up to 9.4% in the year to June up from 9.1% in May.

Luxury brand Manolo Blahnik wins right to use own name in China

The UK-based luxury shoemaker has not operated in the world's second largest economy for over 20 years.

Rogers outage: Why a network upgrade pushed millions in Canada offline

A Canadian telecoms giant is under pressure to ensure a network crash felt nationwide doesn't happen again.

Why do companies get involved in social issues?

Firms are getting more vocal on social issues but why now and what do customers and employees want?

Netflix subscriber losses grow

The streaming giant saw subscribers fall by almost 1 million - not as much as feared.

Twitter-Musk takeover dispute heading for October trial

Twitter hopes that the trial will end with a court order for Musk to complete a $44bn takeover bid.

Amazon targets 10,000 fake review Facebook groups

The groups were offering refunds for products purchased on Amazon once reviews had been posted.

Russia hits Google with fine for 'illegal content'

Russian regulator says the content included "fake" reports that discredited Russia's military.

H&M to sell off stock before leaving Russia

The world's second-biggest retailer says it is impossible to do business due to the war in Ukraine.

Young people cut back on video streaming services

The rise in the cost of living has led to more people cutting their subscription services.

Speed limits on railways over track buckling fears

Record temperatures could affect the safety of steel tracks which expand in the heat, Network Rail says.

Starbucks explores UK business sale, reports say

The world's biggest coffee chain has been hit hard by lockdown measures and changing customer habits.

Sri Lanka crisis is a warning to other Asian nations

Rising interest rates are making debt repayment costlier, putting Asian emerging markets at risk of default.

UK set to have world's biggest automated drone superhighway

Reading, Cambridge and Rugby are among the places set to be connected by drones.

Cutting UK taxes now would be a mistake, says IMF

Tax cuts could be misguided and might boost inflation by strengthening spending, a top IMF official says.

Amazon price matches Tesco as supermarkets fight for customers

The move by the online giant comes as supermarkets battle for customers amid the soaring cost of living

Union calls for heat limit law in workplaces

The GMB says workers need protection as a red warning for extreme heat in parts of England is due to begin.

M&S scraps 'best before' dates on fruit and veg to cut food waste

The High Street giant becomes the latest food retailer to take action to stop food being binned at home.

Farnborough Airshow: Aerospace deals set to fly

Airbus and Boeing go head to head for deals as sustainability takes centre stage, while defence firms focus on the Ukraine effect.

UK tech talent shortage threatens to stifle growth in the industry

Despite well-paid jobs, there is not enough talent to fill vacancies, an industry body says.

Coronavirus: China economy contracts amid zero-Covid policy

Shanghai and other Chinese cities were put into full or partial lockdowns during the last three months.

Cost of living: 'I owe my mum £6,000 but I can't stop spending'

One in four are financially stretched but reluctant to curb spending, according to research seen exclusively by the BBC.

Sri Lanka: Central banker warns country faces shutdown without stable government

Nandalal Weerasinghe says everyone will suffer if no stable government is formed soon.

Amazon to create 4,000 new UK jobs

The online retailer is taking on thousands more staff as it continues to expand in the UK.

Rail workers to strike for another two days in August

Workers at Network Rail and 14 train operators will now strike on 18 and 20 August, as well as 27 July.

Netflix and Microsoft team up for cheaper plan with adverts

In April, the firm said subscriber numbers had fallen for the first time in more than a decade.

Uber sued by 550 women over sexual assault claims

The ride-hailing giant said last month that it received 998 reports of sexual assault incidents in 2020.

First cost-of-living payments start to arrive in accounts

The first £326 payment will be paid by the end of July, the government has said.

Heatwave: When is it too hot to work?

With much of the UK facing a heatwave, when is it too hot to work?

What are airports doing to avoid summer holiday chaos?

The mammoth effort underway to prepare the aviation sector for 'super peak' getaway period.

IMF warns of 'darkening' global economic outlook

The International Monetary Fund hints it will downgrade its expectations for global economic growth.

UK economy grows more than expected in May

The economy grew by 0.5% in May, higher than many analysts had predicted.

Rogers outage: Millions to get credits over internet and mobile blackout

The disruption - which lasted for over 15 hours - affected transport, banking and emergency services.

Australia probes retail giants Bunnings and Kmart over customer 'faceprints'

The use of facial recognition technology by two retail giants is unethical, an advocacy group says.

Cost of living: Why we've given up our family car for bicycles

One family ditched their car in favour in cycling more than a year ago, and haven't looked back.

Businesses urge PM candidates to focus on growth and tax

CBI business lobby group calls for "credible and bold plans for growth" in a letter to candidates.

Twitter sues Elon Musk over $44bn purchase deal

The social media firm is trying to force Elon Musk to buy it after he walked away from the deal.

Network Rail puts fresh pay offer to unions

The rail track firm says the offer is worth more than 5%, but unions say it is a real terms pay cut.

Kingfisher tycoon Vijay Mallya sentenced to jail in India

India has made efforts to extradite the former billionaire, who is believed to still be in London.

The soaring costs stretching holidaymakers budgets

Brits heading abroad could face paying more for everything from car hire to meals out

No plans for windfall tax on electricity producers

Unlike a one-off tax on oil and gas firms, electricity generators will not be subject to the policy.

Bernie Ecclestone to be charged over alleged fraud

Ex-Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone is to be charged with fraud following an investigation into assets believed to be worth more than £400m.

Uber Files: Tech firm lobbied top ministers at undeclared meetings

A documents leak reveals how the ride-hailing app courted senior Tories to help block new regulations.

Ukraine war: Germany fears Russia gas cut as supplies halted

Russian pipeline operators say maintenance work is needed, but Germany suspects political motives.

Henan: Violent clashes after hundreds show up for China bank protest

Clashes break out after depositors angry at banks freezing nearly $6bn in funds hold a rare protest.

Heathrow Airport warns more flight cancellations possible

The airport apologises for recent disruption but says it could still ask airlines to cut more flights.

Macau lockdown: Gambling hub shuts casinos amid Covid outbreak

Macau city has recorded around 1,500 Covid cases since mid-June, official figures show.

Tax cut competition could turn ugly

An ageing society and a shrinking workforce could overshadow intended tax policies.

Birmingham airport flights delayed longest in 2021

But punctuality improved across all UK airports due to fewer flights caused by Covid restrictions.

Uber Files: Massive leak reveals how top politicians secretly helped Uber

Emmanuel Macron is among leaders who helped the ride-hailing company disrupt new markets.

Flights will be more expensive, says IATA's Willie Walsh

Soaring fuel costs will be reflected in airline ticket prices, Willie Walsh warns.

Tory leadership race: Rivals battle over tax cutting pledges

Tax has emerged as a key battleground in the race to replace Boris Johnson as prime minister.

Sajid Javid and Jeremy Hunt join Conservative Party leadership race

Contenders to replace Boris Johnson begin to set out their stalls - with many pledging lower taxes.

Elon Musk ends $44bn bid to buy Twitter

The Tesla chief says he is backing out of the deal, alleging multiple breaches of agreement.

The teenagers helping to save - not spend - their parents' money

As families are hit by rapidly rising prices, one group of teenagers is taking budgeting lessons home.

Who is Rishi Sunak?

The former chancellor has launched a bid to be the next prime minister.

We're not blocking post-Brexit freedoms, says Bank

The Bank of England's insurance market regulator says it wants to free up money and protect savers.

Petrol pricing is cause for concern, warns watchdog

The UK's competition body will investigate why fuel prices are rising as well as local differences.

UK government debt on unsustainable path unless taxes hiked, says OBR

Energy prices and an ageing population risk more pressure on the economy, a report warns.

Boeing boss warns over risk to 737 Max 10 future

The Max 10 is the latest and largest plane in Boeing's 737 family of jets, which has come under scrutiny.

Jet2 says airports ‘woefully ill-prepared’

The airline said holiday disruption across the airline industry was "inexcusable" .

Hopes that Heathrow BA strike will not go ahead

Unions representing about 700 staff at Heathrow Airport may be close to a new pay deal.

Manchester Airports Group posts £320m annual loss

Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands passenger numbers are still down on pre-Covid levels.

House prices defy expectations to hit record

The average house price reached £294,845 in June but Halifax expects growth to slow.

Sri Lanka president asks Russia's Vladimir Putin for help to buy fuel

The country says it is close to running out of petrol amid its worst economic crisis since 1948.

Most only have £500 of savings says Lloyds boss

Charlie Nunn says many households have little buffer in their accounts for harder times ahead.

Bank of England vows to bring down inflation

The bank's chief economist says its focus is getting prices down and making life affordable again.

Twitter challenges India order to take down tweets

Twitter has petitioned a court challenging "several" orders to take down content on its platform.

Most only have £500 of savings says Lloyds boss

Charlie Nunn says many households have little buffer in their accounts for harder times ahead.

Two million workers free from National Insurance

Employees can now earn £12,570 a year before paying National Insurance tax, up from £9,880 a year.

Sainsbury's customers switching to own-brand products

Customer behaviour is changing with pressure on household budgets set to increase, supermarket says.

DHL investment plan to create 3,500 jobs

The plans are part of a £190m investment to create and expand depots.

Chinese property developers accept farm produce for homes

China's once-booming property market has been hit hard by the country's zero-Covid policies.

Sri Lanka: 'I can’t afford milk for my babies'

As fuel, food and medicines run out, Sri Lanka is on the brink of a humanitarian crisis, the UN warns.

Cost of living: Firms warned consumers want more than low prices

Companies must be transparent and flexible with customers facing budget pressures, an expert warns.

Hospices hit by rising costs and falling donations

Hospices across the UK are being squeezed by rising inflation, charities warn.

EasyJet chief operating officer resigns

Peter Bellew stands down after a period where the airline has come under pressure to reduce flight disruption.

Kellogg's loses court case over sugary cereal supermarket offers

It means products like Crunchy Nut Cornflakes will not be allowed in end of aisle promotions.

Prices in Turkey rise at fastest pace for 24 years

The country's inflation rate hits 78%, as prices continue to spiral further upwards due to the Ukraine war.

School dinners: Beef off the menu as costs rise

Menus have fewer options and some schools are switching to cheaper meat from abroad, caterers say.

Sri Lanka energy minister warns petrol stocks about to run dry

The crisis-hit country's next shipment of petrol is not due to arrive until later this month.

Number of pubs falls by 7,000 in a decade

The number of pubs in England and Wales continues to decline, new research suggests.

Worse to come for food price rises, warns industry

Shop prices may not hit their peak until next year, says the The Food and Drink Federation.

Argentina's finance minister makes sudden exit

Martin Guzmán's departure leaves a big question mark over Argentina's future economic policy.

Fighting for rights for workers undergoing fertility treatment

Proposed legislation would require employers to give staff time off work to attend fertility appointments.

The supermarket rows you don't usually hear about

The spat between Heinz and Tesco has shone a light on the challenges facing suppliers and retailers.

Flight cancellations aim to ease summer chaos

BA and Heathrow say the move will help minimise disruption for passengers during the peak season.

Missing Cryptoqueen: FBI adds Ruja Ignatova to top ten most wanted

Ruja Ignatova is accused of defrauding victims out of $4bn (£3.2bn) through a cryptocurrency scam.