Warning 'pain' of tax hikes to hit jobs and pay rises
The chancellor says businesses will "contribute more" as she raises employer National Insurance to 15%. from BBC News https://if...
How are the inheritance tax rules changing?
Inheritance tax is again creating political debate so how does it work and who pays? from BBC News https://ift.tt/kym96Tc via IFTTT
Budget boost to UK economy forecast to fade after two years
The government's official forecaster raises its prediction for UK growth in 2024 and 2025 but reduces it for later years. from BBC New...
Rail fares in England set to rise next year
Regulated rail fares in England are set to rise by 4.6%, while most rail cards will rise by £5. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZvChEjF via ...
How much will the minimum wage rise by?
Ministers have announced bigger-than-expected increases to the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage. from BBC News https://ift.t...
More than 1,000 Ford workers to strike over pay
Workers are also unhappy about changes to their contracts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DkTQIhs via IFTTT
Tariffs hurt his business. He's voting for Trump anyway
Donald Trump's call for sweeping tariffs is resonating, as protectionism gains steam in the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kJgr6FL ...
Caffè Nero buys 200 Degrees coffee brand
The group plans to grow the 200 Degrees chain, which has expanded to 21 stores across the UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OIgTvQX via IF...
McDonald's Quarter Pounder back after E. coli outbreak
The fast food giant said beef patty samples had tested negative for the bacteria. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DkbfcAe via IFTTT
Firms must prevent sexual harassment under new law
What counts as sexual harassment and what should you do if you experience it at work? from BBC News https://ift.tt/xQvHkKb via IFTTT
'I can't run a business like this': Why the WordPress row matters
WordPress's tools are used by 40% of the world's websites, making this a spat with big consequences. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
No new freeports in Budget after 'comms cock-up'
The government mistakenly briefed that five new low-tax sites would be announced this week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q3fJS8c via IFTTT
The water industry is in crisis. Can it be fixed?
Simon Jack asks what reform of the troubled sector could mean for customers and their bills. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x3yT801 via IFT...
Starmer attempts to define 'working people' tax pledge
The prime minister is under pressure to set out who he is excluding from possible tax increases. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x6Hu2Bl via...
Will AI make work burnout worse?
As more AI tools are rolled out, some argue they are contributing to employee burnout. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T4JHyKS via IFTTT
Starbucks boss shakes up menu to win back customers
The coffee shop chain has also promised to look at pricing and staffing to prevent bottlenecks from BBC News https://ift.tt/m6qsFpb via I...
More escape debt for free as bills keep mounting
A charity in Sheffield is praised for its work helping people get out of debt free of charge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DbiwMOS via IF...
McDonald's burgers linked to E. coli outbreak in the US
At least 49 people have been sickened and one person has died, according to the CDC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HQiAePk via IFTTT
Nerves frayed in Canada and Mexico over US trade relations
As Americans prepare to vote in the presidential election, Canadians and Mexicans mull the likely impact. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PB...
Holiday in Greenland? New airports aim to entice tourists
The Arctic territory hopes that three new airports will pave the way for direct flights from the US and Europe. from BBC News https://ift....
Netflix raises prices as password boost fades
The streaming giant will charge subscribers more in some countries to fuel growth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rklHUit via IFTTT
Who has to pay inheritance tax?
Inheritance tax is again creating political debate so how does it work and who pays? from BBC News https://ift.tt/rRLQpDY via IFTTT
Ministers to oversee HS2 build as costs 'spiral'
The transport secretary also commissions a new independent review of the high-speed rail project. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sKOelja vi...
Debt rule to change to fund major projects
Government claims the move contrasts with former PM Liz Truss's controversial mini-Budget. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MmdUiJS via I...
'It's our moonshot': Why scientists are drilling into volcanos
In Iceland scientists plan to drill down to magma to understand it and use it for energy production. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QJkyD8N ...
Faster grid hook-ups planned for some green energy projects
Wind farms ready to be built will be connected to the electricity grid quicker under government plans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eD37l6...
Why this month's inflation figure matters for you
The cost of living is always important but this month's has a particular extra impact for millions of people. from BBC News https://if...
Inheritance tax increases expected in Budget
It is not known how many people are likely to end up paying more under the government's plan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1yvUxBj vi...
Mental health patients could get job coach visits
Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall says trials of the idea have produced "dramatic results". from BBC News https://ift.tt/FWqokeE v...
London Tube drivers to strike over pay
London Underground drivers are set to strike on two days in November in a dispute over pay. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w7Sq4uV via IFTTT
Why there's a rush of African satellite launches
Falling launch costs have given African nations a chance to send their own satellites into orbit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SfkhyiV vi...
Google turns to nuclear to power AI data centres
The tech giant says it will use energy from small reactors to power its use of artificial intelligence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1dTB0...
Would Donald Trump’s taxes on trade hurt US consumers?
What could happen if Donald Trump drastically increases tariffs as he has promised to do? from BBC News https://ift.tt/jsWk6AJ via IFTTT
Lufthansa hit with record penalty after barring Jewish passengers
The German airline has agreed to pay $4m to resolve claims it discriminated against Jewish passengers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XnegNE...
Northern agrees to scrap railcard fare prosecutions
The rail operator says it is working with the government to simplify it price structure. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CktdK2N via IFTTT
Thousands of cars that crash in US are ending up in Russia
The South Caucasus nation of Georgia has a huge used car market, with many vehicles finding their way over the border. from BBC News https...
Budget rule change could mean more money to build hospitals
Here is how the chancellor could choose to tweak the government's borrowing rules to free up more cash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d...
Panna diamond dream: Generations dig for fortune in India's gem town
In Panna, families hunt for diamonds hoping to strike rich and escape the cycle of poverty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qs4tSIc via IFTTT
Fines and convictions for minor mistakes - how rail tickets confuse passengers
Complex rules leave many customers feeling caught out and annoyed they aren't made clearer by rail companies. from BBC News https://if...
Port plan to go ahead after row over minister's comments
A £1bn investment will take place, despite a row with the owner of P&O Ferries, says the business secretary. from BBC News https://ift...
Meet the team paid to break into top-secret bases
Hear from the team who test security by breaking into secure facilities. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ISv5gEL via IFTTT
How a Budget rule change could mean fewer tax rises
Here is how the chancellor could choose to tweak the government's borrowing rules to free up more cash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S...
How China’s crackdown turned finance high-flyers into ‘rats’
Chinese authorities have been cracking down on businesses from real estate to technology to finance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CDvHyaB ...
UK firm GSK to pay $2.2bn over Zantac cancer claims
The firm has reached agreements with law firms representing about 80,000, or 93%, of claimants. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YplPQ7D via ...
Spain looks to immigrants to drive economy
Spain has seen a big rise in illegal immigration, but some say that the extra workers are needed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hFOH4jY vi...
EU delays introduction of border check system again
The EU pushes back introducing new biometric border checks that were due on 10 November. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bR3Kfx6 via IFTTT
Boeing withdraws 30% pay rise offer to striking staff
The aviation giant accused the union of not giving its proposals serious consideration. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eO3wjq8 via IFTTT
Indian tycoon Ratan Tata dies aged 86
His death was announced by the Tata Group, the multi-billion-dollar conglomerate he led for more than two decades. from BBC News https://i...
Water firms told to cut customer bills over poor performance
Water companies must reduce customers' bills over poor performance but it will have a small impact. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p6Iu0...
eBay to ban private e-bike sales over fire fears
The platform will clamp down on the sale of e-bikes and e-bike batteries in the UK from 31 October. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OVJUqFd ...
TGI Fridays: 1,000 UK jobs to go despite rescue deal
The deal to save the chain will see more than 30 of its restaurants close. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1bE2ZUH via IFTTT
Can selling off homes for $1 solve urban blight?
Baltimore is allowing people to buy homes for next to nothing to try to improve neighbourhoods. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D4tlBHn via ...
Will NI get new electricity link from Scotland?
A decision on a new electricity link between Scotland and NI is expected later this month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ELfKpMC via IFTTT
Should you tip even if the service wasn't worth it?
There are no set rules when it comes to tipping but here's what hospitality staff, customers and experts have to say. from BBC News ht...
Airlines look to cut time spent on the tarmac
Airlines are hoping to cut waiting times by using AI to allocate gates at airports. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xUcrbof via IFTTT
Surprise surge in new US jobs in September
The jump in hiring will ease fears of a downturn but raises questions over the path for interest rates. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OvWZ1...
A 'painful' Autumn statement and a 'bright' Irish budget
With Ireland announcing a "hopeful" budget, the contrast with the looming UK budget is stark. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fB0Am...
EU hits China with big taxes in electric car sales battle
The vote risks sparking a trade war as the EU looks to protect its own car makers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Txl051q via IFTTT
Rachel Reeves signals plan to spend more on big projects
The UK will prioritise and increase investment in major projects in the Budget, Rachel Reeves says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FqQn2DN ...
The fierce battle over the 'Holy Grail' of shipwrecks
Colombia and a US firm are fighting over a shipwreck in the Caribbean Sea that could be worth $18bn. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vx2BbFX ...
People told to read meter as energy bills rise
A 10% energy price rise has taken effect, meaning annual bills will be £1,717 on average. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PutCzvg via IFTTT
OpenAI value surges to $157bn in funding deal
The deal makes the ChatGPT-maker one of the most valuable start-ups in the world. from BBC News https://ift.tt/14QJrdl via IFTTT
Workers must keep all customer tips under new law
Bosses must pass on all tips and service charges to staff under new employment rules. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wvA8Uya via IFTTT
Looking for a pay rise? Try datacentre construction
Despite offering high pay companies that build datacentres are struggling to find skilled staff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FavYwJ6 via...
'I'm not playing games' on port strikes, union boss says
Harold Daggett says his dockworkers will are "going to win" in their battle to secure higher wages. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
US ports strike causes first shutdown in almost 50 years
The strike is set to significantly disrupt trade, creating uncertainty ahead of the US election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q581xhR via...
Does Chinese investment benefit or damage Ireland?
Ireland is home to 40 Chinese firms, which some critics say harms the country's reputation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AL3gU9I via ...
UK to finish with coal power after 142 years
The UK's last coal power station, Ratcliffe-on-Soar, is due to end operations on Monday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rVDWx2J via IFT...
When to recline and how to share armrests: Rules for avoiding a mid-flight row
Experts share their top tips for staying out of our fellow travellers' bad books. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ghMEfFK via IFTTT
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