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Premier Inn owner to cut 3,800 jobs in savings plan

Whitbread says it will also remodel its 197 hotel restaurants as part of a five-year savings plan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PVFC9j0

Meta in row after workers who say they saw smart glasses users having sex lose jobs

Meta and its subcontractor disagree over why over 1000 Kenya-based workers were made redundant. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Nx6rXfP

Interest rates expected to be held as uncertainty over Iran war continues

Future base rate changes are hard to predict as analysts judge the economic impact of the Iran war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cf6u9jT

A fresh financial crisis may be coming - it won't play out like the last one

Several warning lights are flashing that have some wondering whether we are in the foothills of another financial crisis. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kdLfesn

Four key takeaways from Jerome Powell's last rate decision as Fed chair

Powell's news conference after holding rates covered the US-Israel war with Iran, inflation, legal attacks, and the Fed's independence from BBC News https://ift.tt/eQKWqbr

Why Sam Altman and his former hero Elon Musk are taking their toxic feud to court

The battle between the AI big hitters has largely played out on social media. Now it is coming to the courtroom. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Tgzelvm

My tenant owes £15,000 in rent, but I can't get them out of the property

Landlords tell BBC News why they fear new laws could make it harder to remove problematic tenants. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZnYifmC

China blocks Meta's $2bn acquisition of AI start-up Manus

It comes after months of scrutiny by Chinese regulators over deal struck with Facebook owner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JaAbIDt

European flight prices are falling in short term, Wizz Air boss says

While many airlines say they are raising prices due to high fuel costs, József Váradi says European airlines are trying to boost demand from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ebq8jGr

From scientist to silk farmer: India's silk industry renewal

Silk production is an increasingly high-tech business in India. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IwJ2X8c

'There's so much I want to give my daughter - poverty means I can't'

Around a third of Welsh children live in poverty, the highest among the four UK nations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5MKfzbL

Which airlines are cancelling flights to the UK - and what can you do?

Airlines are putting up prices and cancelling flights in response to higher jet fuel prices. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wB1NlFg

England shirt overpriced, says £40k kits collector

Collector Les Motherby says classic England shirts are often better value than new ones. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HhbVdoM

Rescue centre facing eviction makes funding appeal

Redhead Rescues Animal Sanctuary in Northamptonshire wants to buy its own land. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cGtkxjT

US soldier charged after winning $400,000 betting on removal of Maduro

Gannon Ken Van Dyke allegedly made trades on Polymarket on the basis of classified information, the justice department says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F16xXyB

Stock markets are too high and set to fall, says Bank of England deputy

It is unusual for a senior figure at the Bank to be so forthright on market movements. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UuDeQo1

AI is already leading to fewer jobs for young people, says Sunak

The former prime minister said graduates' concerns about getting entry-level jobs are justified. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jW5xkPB

Lufthansa cuts 20,000 summer flights as fuel prices surge

The airline is the latest to cut flights as the US-Israel war with Iran sends jet fuel prices soaring. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7g9vMlQ

New era as Apple names new boss to replace Tim Cook after 15 years

Ternus will take over running the technology giant in September as Cook steps up to become executive chairman. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RjQVCLY

Petrol thefts surge as Iran war pushes up fuel costs

One petrol retailer says he is experiencing about five drive-offs a week at each forecourt, costing him thousands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0IiZu4A

How the Iran war affects your money and bills

The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6gr7f4h

What's happening to UK petrol and diesel prices?

UK petrol and diesel prices have started to fall after 46 consecutive days of rises at the pump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XYmA5O4

Could a digital twin make you into a 'superworker'?

Firms say digital twins make staff more productive, but are they a potential legal minefield? from BBC News https://ift.tt/lgU7mGs

'With four jobs in London I couldn't afford rent so I'm going to Manchester'

Lauren Elcock is among the young Londoners who say rising rents are forcing them to quit the capital. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uTDNe1t

Scammers are becoming ever more sophisticated - this is what the fightback looks like

Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers? from BBC News https://ift.tt/TBetjx9

'I'm the lucky one' - more than one in three young men now live with their parents

Last year, the highest proportion of men aged 20-34 were still living at home since at least 2007 as the rising cost of living takes hold. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2Ah1qmJ

How could the Iran war affect fizzy drinks in the UK?

The BBC's Emma Simpson explains why fizzy drinks, salad and meat could be affected by the Gulf conflict. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3KaOBeD

Is Trump meeting the moment for US conservatives?

The BBC asked the president's supporters about Iran, the economy and immigration at the largest conservative gathering in the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2D4dJfx

'Bit of pain' worth long-term security from Iran, Bessent tells BBC

US Treasury Secretary said a "small bit of economic pain" was worth it to eliminate the threat of Iranian strikes on Western capitals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bRjofkO

How you could get free electricity for doing your washing

You could get free or cheaper electricity from your energy company for running appliances during periods of excess supply, such as sunny weekends. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zs6HBQG

Founder of China's Evergrande pleads guilty to fraud

Evergrande was once China's biggest real estate firm, with a stock market valuation of more than $50bn. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4tGoIZk

Morrisons plans to cut 200 jobs at head office

The supermarket says the redundancies form part of a restructure at its Bradford headquarters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XxGzIeJ

Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers

Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters? from BBC News https://ift.tt/hdkH8jz

The Dutch village at risk of being demolished

Moerdijk has been earmarked for removal, to make way for a vast electricity substation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OS1hy42

US drivers head to Native American lands for cheaper gas

Some of the cheapest fuel in the country can be found on tribal land due to tax exemptions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N0VadPF

Great at gaming? US air traffic control wants you to apply

A new government ad campaign is trying to persuade gamers to apply for air safety roles. from BBC News https://ift.tt/U4PNe8a

'Every drop of water counts': Fear for the future of Argentina's glaciers

A controversial law to ease protections for the glaciers has passed, opening the doors for mining. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VYic6Fx

Dolce & Gabbana co-founder steps down as chair

The bold and sensual fashion house has been struggling with debt amidst a slowdown in global luxury spending. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G56pUmk

Will UK petrol and diesel prices start going down?

UK petrol prices have risen because of the US-Israel war with Iran but the ceasefire could see prices drop. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DyWUMBR

The construction boss who built a new life after three years in prison

Traci Quinn, who was jailed for a drugs offence, has transformed herself and set up a successful firm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WcvTlH8

Lidl begins building its first ever pub

The development is an unusual consequence of Northern Ireland's strict licensing laws. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vPwBxmU

Faisal Islam: Iran war pause is welcome but the economic scars will last

Allowing all ships through the Strait of Hormuz will calm markets but the war has created new problems. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qypl1B0

UK house prices fall as Iran war uncertainty dampens demand

Mortgage rates have been rising and hundreds of the cheapest deals have disappeared over the last month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qMp9xo2

'I ended up paying £500': Your subscription trap stories

Many readers have experienced the ordeal of cancelling a subscription. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7ozYkiZ

'Even if Iran war ends now, farmers' costs will have to be passed on'

Despite a ceasefire, the Iran war will continue to affect farmers' costs and therefore food prices. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rKIjbX8

How the Iran war affects your money and bills

The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q27GwW3

Businesses scramble to get noticed by AI search

Firms are changing the way they present information on their websites, so they get noticed by AI. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C69e8ml

Spain's huge pork industry seeks salvation from swine fever threat

Countries around the world, including the US, have already stopped imports over the outbreak. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5QBtJjG

Benefits and pensions rise as two-child cap ends

Families on some benefits with three or more children will get an average rise of £4,100 a year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yLWMlwK

New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions and get refunds

Consumers will be able to cancel unwanted subscriptions 'at the click of a button', the government said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G1LPeUW

'Elderly couple had to find £1k for home heating oil'

One elderly couple had to find £1,000 for an oil delivery and suppliers are not giving quotes, a councillor says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y74eB58

State pension age starts rising to 67 - here's how much you get and when

The age at which people can start receiving the state pension is going up in stages over the next two years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3GfT6Qr

Elon Musk's SpaceX set to be worth $1 trillion with planned public listing

The company’s public stock debut is set to be one of the most valuable in history, and could make Musk the world's first trillionaire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DErV0za

Estate agents accuse Rightmove of charging excessive fees

The online listing portal is now being pursued in a class action, launched on behalf of potentially hundreds of estate agents. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ke3uaMH

Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers

Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters? from BBC News https://ift.tt/f4Ls7uS