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Does Chinese investment benefit or damage Ireland?

Ireland is home to 40 Chinese firms, which some critics say harms the country's reputation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RINej1B

Can I fix my energy tariff as gas and electricity prices rise?

Typical gas and electricity prices are rising by 10% in England, Scotland and Wales on 1 October. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XqUzFIQ

How pen and paper comes to the rescue in an IT crisis

Firms are advised to practise operating with pens and paper in case of a computer meltdown. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kjyIVNn

Titanic shipbuilder formally enters administration

Harland and Wolff, the Belfast shipbuilder, has formally entered administration for the second time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HSL7wjl

Daily Telegraph tipped to go to US bidder at auction

British-born Dovid Efune who owns the New York Sun is considered by several parties as the frontrunner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GSO4DjI

When to recline and how to share armrests: Rules for avoiding a mid-flight row

Experts share their top tips for staying out of our fellow travellers' bad books. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RwLZ70K

Musk hits back after being shunned from UK summit

There is concern about his social media posts about the UK during last month’s riots, the BBC understands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x3CJ6w8

Starmer says Tesla investment welcome after Musk row

After Elon Musk fight, Sir Keir Starmer says "investment from anywhere" is encouraged. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RHFWXv4

Firm says £1bn plant will transform UK recycling

The former paper mill will be one of the UK's largest cardboard and tissue production facilities. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ru2p1lj

Australia's lithium mining boom hit by sagging prices

Some producers have halted operations, while others are increasing production, hopeful of an upturn. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TQOFXqv

Banks must refund fraud up to £85,000 in five days

Victims tricked into sending money to scammers must be refunded within five days under new rules. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qRNAvZE

Crypto world hoping for Trump election win

Crypto currency firms are waiting to see how November's vote will impact upon them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kVoTMYA

Sickness benefit claimants should look for work - PM

The prime minister has said the public will have to make "trade-offs" if the country is to improve. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7veR8jk

China unveils raft of measures to boost economy

It comes just days after the US central bank cut interest rates for the first time in over four years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5KUWRhc

ISG collapse 'devastating' for construction industry

It could lead to other firms in the supply chain going under, a trade body says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sOVqM2U

US to ban Chinese tech in cars

Officials say they are worried the technology could allow enemies to "remotely manipulate cars". from BBC News https://ift.tt/9xZAPOD

Would you let AI plan your next holiday?

Artificial intelligence is being developed to help organise holidays, but is it any good? from BBC News https://ift.tt/GMEBpn9

Government borrowing in August highest since Covid

Higher spending on public services and benefits led to a rise in government borrowing, figures show. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kQ7gJ6F

Peter Jay: the rise and fall of 'the cleverest young man in England'

Economist and broadcaster who controversially became the UK ambassador to Washington and launched TV-am. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d17AYLC

Bates hits out at slow Post Office scandal payments

The campaigner says it is time for a commitment for certain claims to be paid out over the next six months. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dbm0g7x

Amazon says workers must be in the office. The UK government disagrees. Who is right?

Amazon is ordering its staff back to the office five days a week, but the UK government is promoting flexible working. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QHfzIe9

Nike boss steps down as company veteran returns

The company looks to shake things up as demand for its trainers falters in international markets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QfSm31o

What's the point of buying the latest smartphone?

It is the time of year when new handsets are unveiled, but they may offer only small improvements. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cVKh27C

US goes big with first interest rate cut in four years

The Federal Reserve has cut its key lending rate by 0.5 percentage points - a larger cut than expected. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3FZcD1s

What's the point of buying the latest smartphone?

It is the time of year when new handsets are unveiled, but they may offer only small improvements. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MXlG6t0

New bank hubs to open but many don't have printers

New rules on branch closures take effect but questions remain over the facilities in shared hubs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qAu6Yhm

Inflation holds steady despite jump in air fares

Lower fuel prices helped offset the higher cost of flying in the year to August. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XxUfFrE

Disabled woman told to repay £5,000 of benefits

Yvonne Buckley, from Ipswich, says the DWP initially insisted she was entitled to the money. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P1tFkmW

Women in tech groups 'can’t run on inspiration alone'

Groups supporting women in science, technology, engineering and maths are struggling for funds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/akKuwis

Amazon ends working from home for office staff

Chief executive Andy Jassy said staff must work in the office five days a week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RBg1xVy

HS2 blew billions - here's how and why

How did HS2 manage to go so far over its original budget? from BBC News https://ift.tt/Yx3hk0N

New beanless 'coffee' emerges but does it taste any good?

Start-ups launch drinks that look and taste like coffee but they say are better for the environment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sVpy3mA

UK accounting giant PwC faces six-month China ban

The firm is being penalised for its role in the failure of property giant Evergrande. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a2lEOt5

'Our winter fuel payment goes into the holiday kitty'

Some pensioners say they don't need the extra cash of up to £300 - and want better means testing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TnOgItu

Boiler maker Worcester Bosch considering job cuts

The company blames a drop in sales, the cost of living and a move towards electrification. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tyPKBpw

'I'm trapped in a joint mortgage with my abuser'

An abuse survivor describes her ordeal as a charity calls for action to tackle financial abuse. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IQ6Abj8

Vodafone clashes with watchdog over Three merger

Watchdog has particular concerns about the customers least able to afford mobile services. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x8EletM

John Lewis losses halve as Waitrose sales rise

Sales at its department stores fell in what it calls a "challenging market", but revenues at Waitrose grew. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mWSc65o

'We have no space to play': The guesthouse where everyone is homeless

A no-fault evictions ban will come in next summer, but thousands of families are already stuck in limbo. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6sSFTvB

State pension set to rise by £460 next year

The latest figure comes as the government faces a backlash over cutting winter fuel payments for most pensioners. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QyzcC2K

GB News owner buys Spectator magazine for £100m

The right-leaning political magazine has been sold to the hedge fund tycoon Sir Paul Marshall. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L5djK2M

Could powerful lasers unlock cheap fusion power?

A Denver-based start-up plans to use powerful lasers to spark a fusion reactor. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u1jaTz0

'Grim' September ahead with 6,000 steel and oil jobs to go

The BBC understands the government is bracing itself for a tough month as workers face losing their jobs from BBC News https://ift.tt/xv2RBGs

Climate change leaves future of Pacific Islands tourism 'highly uncertain'

Tourist sector bosses in the region are increasingly concerned about the impact of climate change. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zBTOeb6

EU facing existential risk without investment - report

The long-awaited report paints a bleak picture days ahead of the EU's new top team being confirmed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yqDXnZe

Councils to take control of local buses under government plan

Transport Secretary Louise Haigh promises to deliver a "bus revolution" that will save vital routes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OSpNZz4

Owner of OnlyFans paid $631m as subscriptions rise

Leonid Radvinsky's huge earnings were revealed in the online platform's latest accounts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qkvfmDy

Mixed jobs report adds to US economy concerns

Employers added 142,000 jobs in August, figures show, which was less than expected. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Krz8HjX

Crash dummies and robot arms: How airline seats are tested

Building hi-tech airline seats has become a huge business in Northern Ireland. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7fUQhqM

Crash dummies and robot arms: How airline seats are tested

Building hi-tech airline seats has become a huge business in Northern Ireland. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7fUQhqM

Google abusing ad tech dominance, UK competition watchdog finds

The regulator says anti-competitive practices could be harming online publishers and advertisers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rfTMHYK

Man accused of using bots and AI to earn streaming revenue

Prosecutors in the US say he fraudulently earned millions of dollars through billions of streams. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ze7Qcko

AI's solution to the 'cocktail party problem' used in court

The technology has been used to filter out background voices in audio evidence in a US murder case. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rqID52g

YouTube restricts teenager access to fitness videos

The platform says it is acting on concerns about teens being over-exposed to "idealised" body types. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yV1CTQp

Young workers drive South Africa's video games industry

South Africa has a small but thriving video games industry, helped by plenty of young workers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aoUB82J

Sanctioned oligarchs take stake in largest UK oil firm

Petr Aven and Mikhail Fridman become minority shareholders after Harbour Energy buys German firm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1YX3B6K

Cathay Pacific grounds planes after engine problem

The Airbus A350-1000's Trent XWB-97 engines were made by UK-based engineering giant Rolls-Royce. from BBC News https://ift.tt/n9IBY3q

Pontins says sorry to Travellers over discrimination

The apology is the first step in a company plan to tackle discrimination against Irish Travellers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fQVh91R

Top Brazil court upholds ban of Musk's X

A majority of justices has voted in favour of upholding the suspension which has seen X blocked in Brazil. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GiTVKrs

Málaga tourism: 'People feel the city is collapsing'

Protesting locals say hordes of tourists make the city feel like a "theme park". from BBC News https://ift.tt/DPTazLe

Oasis ticket sales defended after fans' fury

Fans complained they felt ripped off and frustrated after facing long online queues and surge pricing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kmNDbpf

Málaga tourism: 'People feel the city is collapsing'

Protesting locals say hordes of tourists make the city feel like a "theme park". from BBC News https://ift.tt/B1wRDgx

Will things get worse like Keir Starmer says?

The prime minister says the Autumn Budget will be "painful", so what might be in store? from BBC News https://ift.tt/gl3hVv7

Workers' rights to four-day week could be strengthened

Employees could get greater powers to work their contracted hours over fewer days. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QV8grWF