Canada probes Nike, Dynasty Gold over alleged use of Uyghur forced labour
Its ethics watchdog is also investigating a gold company over use of forced labour in China operations.
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The mega-strike that could take down Hollywood
Actors prepare to join writers on the picket lines, shutting down TV and film productions.
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Public sector pay: Government weigh up 6.5% increase
The announcement is expected on Thursday, following formal sign off from the prime minister and chancellor.
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Royal Mail workers end long-running row over pay
The deal to end the dispute comes after 115,000 postal workers held 18 days of strikes last year.
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Nutmeg co-founder Nick Hungerford dies aged 43, months after setting up charity
Nick Hungerford was inspired by his young daughter to set up a charity to support bereaved children.
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Microsoft’s deal to buy Call of Duty maker boosted by US judge
The Federal Trade Commission in the US had sought to block the proposed merger on competition grounds.
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Bank of America accused of opening credit cards without customer consent
Bank of America is ordered to pay $150m (£116m) in penalties after an investigation by US regulators.
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Record pay rises fuel fresh inflation fears
Wages continue to rise strongly, raising the prospect of more interest rate rises by the Bank of England.
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China top threat to UK economic security – Dowden
The government intervened in eight takeovers of UK firms by Chinese buyers last year, figures show
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Foxconn: Apple supplier drops out of $20bn India factory plan
Some analysts say Foxconn's decision marks a setback to the country's technology industry ambitions.
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