Jul 18, 2025
Netflix uses AI effects for first time to cut costs
Visual effects made using the technology has appeared in a Netflix original show for the first time.
Jul 18, 2025
BP offloads US onshore wind business as it pivots back to oil
Sale to LS Power is part of plan to generate $20bn from divestments
Jul 18, 2025
Sub-postmistress conviction referred to appeal court
A Kent woman's case is the first conviction linked to the Post Office Capture system to be referred.
Jul 17, 2025
Samsung boss cleared of fraud by South Korea's top court
The ruling comes after Lee Jae-yong was acquitted of all charges in two earlier trials.
Jul 17, 2025
Jaguar Land Rover to cut up to 500 UK jobs
The company says this is 'normal business practice' but an expert blames Trump tariffs
Jul 17, 2025
New science centre aims to help fight pandemics
The government wants to invest billions to make the National Biosecurity Centre the largest in Europe.
Jul 17, 2025
Meta investors settle $8bn lawsuit with Zuckerberg over Facebook privacy
Shareholders accused Meta leaders of damaging the company by allowing repeat violations of Facebook users' privacy.
Jul 17, 2025
Former Goldman banker Dingemans on shortlist to chair Channel 4
Four names submitted to culture and media secretary Lisa Nandy
Jul 17, 2025
Former HSBC trader has fraud conviction overturned
Mark Johnson, 59, has fought to establish his innocence ever since he was convicted of fraud in 2017.
Jul 16, 2025
Barclays fined £42mn for failed money laundering checks
UK watchdog says ‘simple check’ could have prevented breach by lender
Jul 16, 2025
Barclays fined millions over financial crime risk lapses
The UK's financial watchdog says the bank had failed to properly check two of its clients.
Jul 16, 2025
'It's just better!' Trump says Coca-Cola to change key US ingredient
Coca-Cola said they "appreciate President Trump's enthusiasm", without confirming they plan to make the tweak.
Jul 15, 2025
Thames Water expresses doubt it can avoid temporary nationalisation
Embattled utility reports full-year pre-tax loss of £1.65bn
Jul 15, 2025
Thames Water 'extremely stressed', warns boss amid huge losses
The company's future remains uncertain as it posted losses of £1.65bn for the previous financial year.
Jul 15, 2025
Banking climate alliance battles to retain big European lenders
Barclays and UBS refuse to commit to Net-Zero Banking Alliance following HSBC’s exit despite softening of group’s rules
Jul 15, 2025
BBC boss Davie admits ‘mistakes’ after string of scandals
National broadcaster’s deficit almost halved to £132mn last year
Jul 14, 2025
Post Office could be owned by its postmasters, government says
The service could be turned into an employee-owned business, under options set out by the government.
Jul 14, 2025
Starbucks staff must work in the office four days a week
The coffees shop firm is offering one-time payments to staff who decide to leave rather than comply.
Jul 13, 2025
Wealthy turn to life insurance to soften blow of new UK inheritance tax rules
Demand for policies surges as estate owners face unexpected bills following Budget reforms, say brokers
Jul 11, 2025
National Grid under renewed scrutiny over network maintenance spending
FTSE 100 company undergoing quarterly reviews by energy regulator in relation to investment in its high-voltage cables
Jul 11, 2025
WPP turns to Microsoft executive as AI threatens ‘Kodak moment’
British advertising group hopes Cindy Rose will revive its fortunes as AI shakes up ad land
Jul 11, 2025
BP says lower oil prices will weigh on earnings
Energy major warns of second-quarter hit but flags higher production
Jul 11, 2025
Airlines angry at planned rise in Heathrow charges
Heathrow Airport unveils a £10bn investment plan, aiming to handle 10m extra passengers per year by 2031.
Jul 11, 2025
UK F-35 jet fleet dogged by delays and staff shortages, watchdog says
Aircraft programme ‘shortcomings’ undermine effectiveness of Britain’s armed forces, National Audit Office says
Jul 11, 2025
Parents braced for more school meal price rises
Meals went up to £2.90 in April - but Oxfordshire County Council warns there are more increases to come.
Jul 11, 2025
National Trust blames tax rises as it cuts 550 jobs
The heritage and conservation charity says it is under "sustained cost pressures" and is looking to save £26m.
Jul 10, 2025
Thames Water dismisses last-minute rescue bid backed by ex-Lib Dem peer
Water Retail Company CEO Rupert Redesdale preparing proposal for utility with Muinín Holdings
Jul 10, 2025
Royal Mail to scrap second-class post on Saturdays
Regulator Ofcom says fewer second class deliveries will help Royal Mail cut costs.
Jul 10, 2025
WPP hires Microsoft executive Cindy Rose as new chief
British-American will lead efforts to revive fortunes of London-listed advertising agency
Jul 10, 2025
L&G agrees up to $20bn private credit partnership with Blackstone
Deal is latest example of European insurance and pension groups tapping fast-growing asset class