Entries by BBC News - Business

Stop suggesting children as friends, social media firms told

Suggesting children as friends by default on social media platforms can enable grooming, warns Ofcom.

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Airbnb boss ‘listening’ to cities’ housing concerns

Brian Chesky denies the platform creates housing shortages but said Airbnb was listening to concerns.

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Disney boss declares new “era” after job cuts

The entertainment giant has been under pressure as its traditional movie and film businesses decline.

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RMT and train firms take step towards ending dispute

Workers will vote on a pay deal that could halt 18 months of disruptive strike action.

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Lloyd’s of London ‘deeply sorry’ over slavery links

Lloyd's of London says it will invest £40m in helping communities impacted by the slave trade.

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Fans lament as Nestlé axes Caramac bar after 64 years

Nestle says it will no longer be making Caramac chocolate bars because sales have been falling.

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M&S revamp pays off with profit boost from food sales

The retailer reported much better-than expected results on Wednesday but warned of challenges ahead.

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Legend of Zelda: Nintendo & Sony making live-action movie

Nintendo and Sony are teaming up to make the film, with Shigeru Miyamoto and Avi Arad at the helm.

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Optus outage: Millions affected by Australian network failure

Hospitals, transport and emergency services were hit by the Optus disruption.

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Energy bills: What can I do if I can’t afford to pay?

If you're struggling to afford your gas and electricity bills, what options are available?

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