Entries by BBC News - Business

Cost of living payments: What are they and who gets them?

Millions of low-income households will receive a final cost of living payment soon.

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Demand rises for passports as workers begin strike

The Home Office confirms a spike in passport applications as 1,000 workers begin a five-week strike.

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Cineworld drops sale of UK and US businesses after failing to find buyer

The struggling cinema chain has not yet been able to sell parts of the firm but has secured funding.

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The other Chinese apps taking the US and UK by storm

Four out of the top 10 most downloaded free mobile apps in the US and UK are Chinese-owned.

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Would you open up to a chatbot therapist?

AI-powered chatbots are now sophisticated enough that they are starting to be used for therapy.

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Tesco boss won’t predict when food price inflation will ease

John Allan says the firm is "doing its bit" to help customers cope with high inflation.

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Twitter’s blue ticks disappear as Musk attacks NY Times

The New York Times Twitter account has lost its blue tick after it said it would not pay to stay verified.

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Swiss probe into UBS takeover of Credit Suisse

The rushed takeover deal is to be investigated by Switzerland's federal prosecutor.

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China’s loans to Africa worry World Bank President David Malpass

The bank's president David Malpass says more transparency is needed when providing economic help.

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Food prices: How the humble shopping list is saving us money

Soaring food prices mean some families are missing meals and desperate for deals, but preparation can help.

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