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Number of headlines in database: 79
Last update: 2024-07-27 04:21:06
Number of headlines in database: 79
Last update: 2024-07-27 04:21:06
BBC Business Headlines
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Summer holiday getaway: How to beat the queues (2024-07-26 21:40:31)
Tips to make travelling smooth as possible, whether you’re going by road, plane, train or ferry. -
John Lewis allowed to build homes for first time (2024-07-26 20:18:50)
The department store is pushing to build rental flats as it looks for new ways to bring in money. -
Airbus boss admits long delays in making aircraft (2024-07-26 09:51:42)
The plane maker has sold dozens of new jets at the Farnborough airshow, but is struggling to keep up with demand. -
Drivers 'ripped off' by fuel prices, warns watchdog (2024-07-26 07:49:22)
The Competition and Markets Authority says poor competition cost British motorists £1.6bn last year. -
Video game actors go on strike over AI (2024-07-26 04:44:28)
The union has been in talks with big games studios, like Activision and Walt Disney, for 18 months. -
Actors go on strike over video games AI threat (2024-07-26 04:44:28)
The union has been in talks with big games studios, like Activision and Walt Disney, for 18 months. -
Video game performers go on strike over AI (2024-07-26 04:01:18)
The union has been in talks with big games studios, like Activision and Walt Disney, for 18 months. -
Reeves set to reveal public finance shortfall of billions (2024-07-26 03:12:18)
The chancellor is set to unveil a public spending hole which speculation suggests could hit £20bn. -
What's behind the global self-storage boom? (2024-07-25 23:17:42)
Rising rents, e-commerce and available property are contributing to a boom in self-storage. -
Sainsbury's sorry for 'racist slur' trouser detail (2024-07-25 20:24:52)
Customers pointed out that the listing used a phrase deployed by racists to avoid language filters. -
ChatGPT reveals search feature in Google challenge (2024-07-25 19:56:46)
OpenAI is working on adding new search powers to its artificial intelligence (AI) bot. -
Ex-minister brands Post Office cases 'corrupt' (2024-07-25 17:06:06)
Management culture was "insensitive and dismissive to the point of abject rudeness", Greg Clark says. -
US economy picks up amid heated presidential campaign (2024-07-25 14:25:28)
Despite steady growth, the economy is a top concern for voters in the US presidential election. -
Cable unaware Post Office prosecuted sub-postmasters (2024-07-25 12:10:40)
Sir Vince, who was business secretary between 2010 and 2015, admitted some responsibility for the scandal. -
No new coins ordered by the Treasury this year (2024-07-25 11:51:38)
The Treasury has denied that coppers will be scrapped completely but none will be minted in 2024. -
UK secures seabed land deal to boost windfarms (2024-07-25 11:39:58)
GB Energy to partner with the Crown Estate to push forward offshore windfarm projects -
CrowdStrike backlash over $10 apology voucher (2024-07-25 09:56:59)
Cybersecurity firm is branded a "clown show" for gesture after an update caused widespread disruption. -
Labour to use Crown Estate land to boost wind energy (2024-07-25 09:46:20)
GB Energy to partner with the Crown Estate to push forward offshore windfarm projects -
Labour to use royal land to boost wind energy (2024-07-25 07:26:40)
GB Energy to partner with the Crown Estate to push forward offshore windfarm projects -
Shares drop in US and Asia as AI stocks slide (2024-07-25 05:24:12)
Tech stocks lead declines as investors reconsider rally fuelled by artificial intelligence. -
Treasury denies 1p and 2p coins are to be scrapped (2024-07-25 03:44:51)
The comments came after no new copper coins for general circulation were ordered from the Royal Mint this year. -
No new 1p and 2p coins to be made this year (2024-07-25 03:44:51)
The Treasury has denied reports that this signals that the copper coins may be scrapped. -
Would-be reality TV contestants 'not looking real' (2024-07-24 23:09:58)
A growing use of AI is said to be both harming and helping makers of reality TV. -
Labour teams with Crown Estate to boost wind energy (2024-07-24 23:09:45)
GB Energy to partner with the Crown Estate to push forward offshore windfarm projects -
Car firms demand more help to meet 2030 petrol ban (2024-07-24 23:09:30)
Manufacturers say support packages are required to electric vehicles more affordable. -
CrowdStrike pledges better tests after IT outage (2024-07-24 21:56:35)
The cybersecurity company's mistake caused millions of PCs not to work on Friday. -
CrowdStrike to improve testing after 'bug' caused outage (2024-07-24 11:32:31)
The cybersecurity company's mistake caused millions of PCs not to work on Friday. -
Mortgage rate hopes as one lender offers below 4% (2024-07-24 07:54:04)
Lenders have been lowering their rates ahead of a hoped-for interest rate cut in August. -
Cash-only spending in surprise jump as people budget (2024-07-24 07:52:32)
But young shoppers are far more likely to use their phones to pay for things, despite stretched budgets. -
Luxury brands suffer as Chinese shoppers hold back (2024-07-24 05:48:07)
LVMH, the world's biggest luxury group, saw sales in Asia fall 14% in the second quarter of 2024. -
Why tech bros are turning to Trump (2024-07-24 00:08:04)
The Republican presidential candidate is forging new alliances as his campaign gains momentum. -
Rise in cash-only spenders driven by cost of living (2024-07-23 23:09:26)
But young shoppers are far more likely to use their phones to pay for things, despite stretched budgets. -
'I've lost £680 because of Carpetright collapse' (2024-07-23 23:09:07)
Some customers may not get refunds after more than 200 Carpetright shops shut yesterday. -
DWP must focus on work not welfare, says minister (2024-07-23 16:00:51)
Liz Kendall says more attention needs to be given to why people cannot get work, including health and skills. -
Cyber-security firm rejects $23bn Google takeover (2024-07-23 15:37:34)
In an internal memo to staff, the firm's founder and chief executive said he was 'flattered'. -
Delta faces probe as CrowdStrike disruption lingers (2024-07-23 14:56:11)
The US Transportation Secretary said Delta must honour rules granting refunds to travellers. -
Fewer HS2 seats could force passengers not to travel (2024-07-23 12:14:15)
A report by the spending watchdog says new HS2 trains will have less space than existing services. -
Google U-turn over long-running plan to ditch cookies (2024-07-23 10:36:26)
The UK’s privacy watchdog said it was 'disappointed' by the decision not to block internet tracking. -
Japan drugmaker bosses quit as firm probes deaths (2024-07-23 06:27:22)
President and chairman of Kobayashi Pharmaceutical resign as investigation into dozens of deaths continues. -
Lab-raised meat 'not the enemy', say farmers (2024-07-23 05:22:55)
Researchers found British farmers more open to working with synthetic meat producers than others around the world -
Musk says Tesla to use humanoid robots next year (2024-07-23 04:01:04)
The billionaire said the technology will be used at the firm and later made available to other companies. -
What makes an athletics track fast? (2024-07-22 23:01:43)
The makers of athletics tracks are tweaking their surfaces to make them faster. -
CrowdStrike shares hit again as IT disruption continues (2024-07-22 17:37:55)
Shares in the cybersecurity firm drop a further 13% after last week's global IT outage. -
More than 1,500 jobs to go at Carpetright (2024-07-22 16:57:32)
The jobs are being lost despite a deal with rival flooring firm Tapi that will save 54 shops. -
Former chancellor Zahawi mulling bid for the Telegraph (2024-07-22 16:33:44)
The former Conservative chancellor is thought to be seeking financial backing to fund a bid. -
Carpetright rescued by rival but jobs are at risk (2024-07-22 15:54:42)
Rival flooring firm Tapi will save over 50 shops, but more than 200 are likely to close. -
New zero-hours rules 'a step in the right direction' (2024-07-22 13:31:27)
The government has announced "exploitative" zero-hours contracts will be banned within 100 days. -
Better skills training will cut migration, vows PM (2024-07-22 13:23:34)
The prime minister says improving the UK skills base will end an "over-reliance" on foreign workers. -
Carpetright set for rescue but jobs are at risk (2024-07-22 12:03:31)
Rival flooring firm Tapi is set to save over 50 shops, but more than 200 are likely to close. -
Carpetright rescued but over 1,000 jobs are at risk (2024-07-22 10:08:06)
Rival flooring firm Tapi will save more than 50 shops, leaving more than 200 sites heading for closure. -
Shipyard support was ‘too risky for taxpayers’ (2024-07-22 09:57:56)
The loss-making shipbuilder had applied for a loan guarantee of up to £200m. -
Ryanair set to slash summer fares after profits slide (2024-07-22 09:26:07)
The airline said cost-concious customers were being "more frugal and cautious". -
Ryanair set to slash summer fares as profits drop (2024-07-22 09:26:07)
The airline said cost-concious customers were being "more frugal and cautious". -
Government to explain Harland and Wolff decision (2024-07-22 08:11:55)
The government refused the loss-making shipbuilder's request for a loan guarantee of up to £200m. -
BT fined millions for failing to connect 999 calls (2024-07-22 07:10:50)
The telecoms firm was found to be ill-prepared after an IT error affected "life and death" services. -
'Significant number' of devices back up - CrowdStrike (2024-07-22 03:35:25)
Cybersecurity firm behind global outage says it continues to focus on restoring all impacted computers. -
'Significant number' of devices fixed - CrowdStrike (2024-07-22 03:35:25)
Cybersecurity firm behind global outage says it continues to focus on restoring all impacted computers. -
IT working but delays possible after outage, says NHS (2024-07-21 23:46:10)
NHS England says services are back online after the global IT outage, but there could still be disruption. -
Why Nigerians are praying for the success of a new oil refinery (2024-07-21 23:04:38)
A vast new oil refinery in Nigeria is aiming to reduce the price of petrol in the country. -
'I earn £50,000 and can't afford to buy a house' (2024-07-21 23:03:12)
Renters are four times less likely than current owners to be able to afford a home, research suggests. -
Prime sued in trademark case by US Olympic committee (2024-07-21 14:31:21)
The drink is accused of using US Olympic trademarks without an agreement. -
HMV boss says more people buying DVDs and Blu-ray (2024-07-21 14:23:43)
Phil Halliday says HMV sales are up but figures suggest a DVD revival is not on the cards. -
Reeves hints at above-inflation public sector pay rise (2024-07-21 10:55:00)
The chancellor says not settling the matter quickly would incur other costs to the wider economy. -
Car washes and beauty sector to be targeted over immigration (2024-07-21 08:11:04)
Yvette Cooper said 1,000 civil service staff will be redeployed away from the Rwanda scheme. -
Rachel Reeves hints at above-inflation public sector pay rise (2024-07-21 07:30:39)
The chancellor says not settling the matter quickly would incur other costs to the wider economy. -
Post Office drama star meets real-life victims of scandal (2024-07-21 00:12:43)
Will Mellor on the role which changed his life and meeting the victims trying to move on with theirs. -
The decline of the 'free' coffee (2024-07-20 23:00:59)
Pret A Manger has become the latest coffee chain to row back on its generous subscription scheme. -
Pret A Manger: The decline of the 'free' coffee (2024-07-20 23:00:59)
Pret A Manger has become the latest coffee chain to row back on its generous subscription scheme. -
CrowdStrike IT outage affected 8.5 million Windows devices, Microsoft says (2024-07-20 17:46:43)
It’s the first time that a number has been put on the glitch that is still causing problems around the world. -
How China swerved worst of global tech meltdown (2024-07-20 15:14:06)
Very few organisations will buy software from the US firm, partly thanks to its criticism of Beijing. -
Airports set to be busy after IT outages (2024-07-20 08:33:35)
Airports say their systems are working but that journeys could be hit by delays and cancellations. -
Disneyland workers say they live in cars and motels due to low pay (2024-07-20 06:01:53)
Workers at Disneyland are considering a strike because pay at the 'Happiest place on Earth' has left many unable to meet rent. -
More UK flight delays expected after IT outages (2024-07-20 05:14:59)
Airports have said their systems are working but that journeys could be hit by delays and cancellations. -
Global services slowly recovering after bug causes IT chaos (2024-07-19 22:15:08)
The incident has sparked concern over the vulnerability of the world's interconnected technologies. -
No loan guarantee as Harland & Wolff chief resigns (2024-07-19 16:43:30)
The company had applied for a £200m government loan guarantee, seen as vital for its stability. -
Can we make work meetings more bearable? (2024-07-18 07:01:36)
The providers of video meetings software are now offering AI tools that help the participants. -
How AI is fuelling uncertainty for game developers (2024-07-15 23:05:46)
In a struggling games industry AI has been hailed as a possible saviour. But not everyone's convinced. -
Is Brazil's Brics-building worth it? (2024-07-14 23:09:43)
The Brazilian president sees the Brics as a way to remake the world - but it is dominated by China. -
Why both businesses and scammers love India's payment system (2024-07-11 21:14:58)
Fast and free, India's UPI payments system has been a big success, but has attracted scammers.