Mining boss opposes staff leaving office for coffee
Managing director of Mineral Resources Chris Ellison wants to "hold staff captive all day long". from BBC News https://ift.tt/TK...
Fuel duty cut could be scrapped, says RAC
The motoring group claims retailers not drivers have benefitted from lower tax on petrol and diesel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uVXo0r3 ...
Are AI-created recipes hard to swallow?
Chefs are increasingly using AI to dream up new food combinations, but the results are mixed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8GVxaWs via IF...
'I stole to order' says prolific ex-shoplifter
Police have been urged to crack down on the practice, which retailers say is an increasing trend. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s9eZ5VY vi...
'Hellway' - the new-build estate with no end of snags
Residents complain of three years of "chaos" including a collapsing staircase. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H79IdLZ via IFTTT
Shop prices fall for first time in nearly three years
Prices in August were down 0.3% from a year ago, the first fall since October 2021, a retail group says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W3LI...
'We did it!' Next shop workers win equal pay claim
In-store staff, who are mostly women, should be paid the same as warehouse workers, a tribunal rules. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vI4JFe1...
Uber fined €290m for personal data transfer
The Dutch watchdog said the transfers were a "serious violation" of EU data protection regulation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Have Swiss scientists made a chocolate breakthrough?
The whole of the cocoa fruit is used in production, rather than just the beans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xa73Inc via IFTTT
Defence firms 'need reassuring' that big orders will be long-term
Western military production has ramped up due to Ukraine, but will it continue after the war ends? from BBC News https://ift.tt/WdhIJRG v...
Australians get 'right to disconnect' after hours
A new law has come into effect that allows employees to ignore communications from employers after hours. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nYX...
Ex-Boeing staff claims electrical faults 'concealed'
A campaign group has accused Boeing of concealing information about electrical problems on a plane. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OP6TkJA ...
Fish and chips price rise tops UK takeaways
The deep fried delicacy has seen the biggest price increase of some of the UK’s most popular takeaways, according to new figures. from BBC...
Royal Mail fails to meet spring delivery targets
Royal Mail delivered less than 80% of first class post on time between April and the end of June. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R0G1jrI vi...
EE tells parents: don't give under-11s smartphones
The mobile phone network recommends parents buy under-11s phones that can only text or call. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wXeQT5V via IFT...
Typical household energy bill up £149 a year in October
Energy regulator Ofgem announces price changes for 27 million households in England, Wales and Scotland. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DeMK...
Have supermarkets reached peak self-scan?
Supermarket are beginning to question the divisive technology after years of criticism from shoppers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/csDW7Qf...
US accuses software firm of driving rent hikes
The US has sued software firm RealPage, accusing it of allowing landlords to co-ordinate on pricing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eDkE67t ...
How much are gas and electricity bills going up this winter?
Energy prices will rise by 10% and winter fuel payments will only be paid to pensioners who receive benefits. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Gatwick Airport has one of its busiest summers
Almost 20 million passengers have travelled through its terminals in the first half of 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lOji3qP via IFT...
Canada rail shutdown threatens US supply chains
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said the federal government would soon move to resolve the work stoppage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TSonR...
The mind-bending mirrors behind advanced technology
Huge, tiny or incredibly flat, advanced mirrors are essential to high-tech machines. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jgdicNI via IFTTT
King Charles III £1 coin enters circulation
The coins celebrate the King's love of nature, with the reverse side featuring a pair of bees. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wzTkiDm v...
UK holidaymakers face €7 EU visa waiver next summer
Travellers will have to pay €7 for a visa waiver every three years or until their passport expires. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kKElzJI ...
Ted Baker: What went wrong for the fashion label?
The brand known for its quirky advertising and signature floral prints is the latest casualty on the High Street. from BBC News https://if...
Is this the end for the magnetic stripe?
Once common on tickets and cardkeys the magnetic stripe is being phased out. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VBz2GIR via IFTTT
Laws on union strike threshold set to be scrapped
The pledge is part of a wider shake-up of workers' rights, with legislation expected by mid-October. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aHTq...
UK tech tycoon among six missing after yacht sinks
A total 22 people were on board the superyacht when it went down off the coast of Sicily. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IUDh4vL via IFTTT
KSI and the Sidemen among UK's richest gamers
YouTubers KSI and the Sidemen are listed alongside billionaire developers and industry legends in The Sunday Times UK Gaming Rich List 2024....
Is Wizz Air's 'all you can fly' subscription too good to be true?
The budget airline's subscription has sparked excitement in some - and angered others who have suffered delays and cancellations. from...
We want same pay deal as drivers, says RMT boss
The Conservatives say Labour has been "played" by the unions and lost control of public sector pay. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Shops boosted by Euros and summer sales in July
Retail sales in Britain ticked up in July as the Euros football championship lifted demand. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AxspGh3 via IFTTT
Steel town needs help for years - community leader
With Port Talbot's second blast furnace due to shut, townspeople voice their fears for the future. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hoME0V...
Football and summer discounts boost retail sales
Retail sales in Britain ticked up in July as the Euros football championship lifted demand. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZugG4Ry via IFTTT
Wizz Air launches 'all you can fly' annual deal
Wizz Air was named the worst airline for UK flight delays for the third year in a row in June. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bqMvWFN via I...
No laughing matter - how AI is helping comedians write jokes
Some comedians are turning to artificial intelligence for their new new material. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cz1a5MB via IFTTT
China firm claims world's fastest-charging EV battery
Zeekr says its new batteries can be charged from 10% to 80% in 10 and a half minutes using its chargers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tF5w...
The 'superfood' taking over fields in northern India
New farming techniques have seen a rapid expansion of makhana or fox nuts in northern India. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9LYUyTk via IFT...
Officials 'hopeful' of deal to end train strikes
The BBC understands talks regarding train driver pay are expected to take place on Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rtqPdCM via IF...
Why is Elon Musk's X struggling with technical problems?
The billionaire's interview with Donald Trump was delayed while the platform struggled with tech issues. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Electric 'superhighway' approved between Scotland and England
The multi-billion pound link will allow Scottish renewable energy to be sent to consumers south of the border. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Concerns over 'dangerous gases' at closed copper mine
A legal dispute over the facility in Panama has caused new environmental fears. from BBC News https://ift.tt/V2RTADC via IFTTT
No films, no music, no sleep: Is 'raw-dogging' long flights heroic or foolish?
Some fliers are giving up in-flight entertainment and even drinking water but experts warn it could be dangerous. from BBC News https://if...
YouTube's former chief Susan Wojcicki dies aged 56
One of Google's earliest employees, Ms Wojcicki had been ill with lung cancer for two years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8j7WBp1 via...
Concern over state pension errors for widows
New fears are raised after others were found to have been underpaid their state pension. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gcx1pN2 via IFTTT
Final offer of £5.4bn for Hargreaves Lansdown takeover
Plans for the financial firm's future have been announced by the company's new owners. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2Jdnibf via I...
Russia airspace ban forces BA to drop key China flights
British Airways to drop flights to Beijing from October, as Russian airspace ban bites. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PqDy4aC via IFTTT
Could reading instruction manuals become a thing of the past?
AI can now read instruction manuals on behalf of the human user and give its advice. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fjA3qQp via IFTTT
Russia airspace ban forces BA to drop China flights
British Airways to drop flights to Beijing from October, as Russian airspace ban bites. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OLTQGBZ via IFTTT
Elon Musk sues Unilever and Mars over X 'boycott'
The social media site claims the firms unfairly deprived it of billions of dollars of advertising revenue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IF...
Is carbon capture an efficient way to tackle CO2?
In Iceland a new plant is capturing and storing CO2 directly from the atmosphere. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7Q4Ttg1 via IFTTT
Elon Musk sues Unilever and Mars over X 'boycott'
The social media site claims the firms unfairly deprived it of billions of dollars of advertising revenue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nc...
Is the US really heading for recession?
Weak jobs figures have spooked stock markets but does this mean a downturn is on the way? from BBC News https://ift.tt/VO1n4xB via IFTTT
US stocks tumble on fears over slower growth
US stock markets follow Asia and Europe down, amid fears of a downturn in the American economy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LVWRrFw via ...
Can 24-hour drinking zones transform a city?
Montreal is planning to allow bars and clubs to stay open all night, but opinions are mixed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xRBNeX9 via IFT...
Google's monopoly of online searches is illegal, US judge rules
The decision could reshape how technology giants do business in the future. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tgk7WaL via IFTTT
Asia markets slump after global rout last week
Japan's Nikkei 225 and Topix stock indexes drop as much as 7%, continuing a global sell-off. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LVWRrFw via...
'I'm 25 and living with my parents. Rate cut may help'
The first fall in interest rates for four years is a boost for some but is not enough for others. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IzEiRsf vi...
TikTok sued for 'massive' invasion of child privacy
The US says TikTok obstructed parents trying to cancel their children's accounts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4IqFhTK via IFTTT
Fake caller app shut after thieves duped thousands
The National Crime Agency says the Russian Coms platform was used by hundreds of criminals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gesSN3x via IFTTT
Intel axes 15,000 jobs after sales tumble
Shares in the company fall as much as 20%, contributing to a sharp fall in global stock markets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fXubagk via...
TikTok sued for 'massive' invasion of child privacy
The US says TikTok obstructed parents trying to cancel their children's accounts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/blewxDA via IFTTT
'Important moment' as interest rates cut to 5%
The Bank of England cuts borrowing costs from 5.25% to 5% in the first drop for more than four years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4sg5OXc...
When will mortgage rates come down?
Bank of England interest rates affect the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Fewb8gV v...
British tech tycoon: I only got justice because I'm rich
Mike Lynch was acquitted in the US after an expensive legal process he fears others could not afford. from BBC News https://ift.tt/umcs0Qw...
What taxes might Rachel Reeves raise?
The chancellor says taxes will have to rise to fix the public finances - but which ones could go up? from BBC News https://ift.tt/9fEKS2p ...
Wrongly convicted postmasters set for immediate £200k under new deal
New scheme offers immediate redress to those impaced by the Post Office scandal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YniqB5N via IFTTT
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