French police blame Dover port for border delays
French border police say the Port of Dover did not prepare properly for last weekend's holiday rush.
US job creation slows but unemployment stays low
The world's biggest economy added 236,000 roles in March, led by bars and restaurants.
Russian rouble falls to lowest value for a year
The currency tumbles against the dollar as Western sanctions continue.
Samsung to cut chip production after profits plunge 96%
The world's largest memory chip maker posts its worst profit since the 2009 financial crisis.
Sri Lanka airline boss says ‘don’t be a CEO during Covid’
The state-owned carrier was hit by the pandemic, soaring fuel prices and the country's economic crisis.
Sun publisher sets aside £127m for phone hacking
News Group Newspapers has devoted £127m to cover the costs of phone hacking cases.
High Streets see revival of weekend shopping
With more workers back in offices many people are returning to pre-pandemic habits, a retail group says.
Anti-plastic group has beef with Sainsbury’s vac pack mince over recycling
A Plastic Planet says new vac packs do not go in most household recycling but Sainsbury's says they can be taken to stores.
King Charles banknotes printed – but not ready yet
The BBC is given an exclusive first glimpse but the new notes won't be in circulation until mid-2024.
World economy faces weakest growth since 1990 – IMF
The weak outlook reflects a sharp rise in borrowing costs weighing on businesses and households.