Volkswagen planning to cut up to 100,000 jobs globally
The chief executive of the German car giant Volkswagen Group has confirmed it is looking to cut up to 100,000 jobs â twice as many as previously stated.
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Volkswagen planning to cut up to 100,000 jobs globally
The chief executive of the German car giant Volkswagen Group has confirmed it is looking to cut up to 100,000 jobs â twice as many as previously stated.
UK-Switzerland deal to scrap roaming charges and allow Britons to use e-gates
The UK has signed a new trade deal with Switzerland that will allow British travellers faster passage through airports by using e-gates for the first time.
The SpaceX IPO made history. One month on has it lost momentum?
SpaceX investors have swung from celebration to apparent concern in its first month as a publicly traded company.
The SpaceX IPO made history. One month on has it lost momentum?
SpaceX investors have swung from celebration to apparent concern in its first month as a publicly traded company.
US and Iran trade fire as tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz
The US launched a new attack on Iran on Sunday evening, continuing days of strikes between the two countries. Iranian state media reported that the strikes killed one person in southwestern Iran, while four were injured.
10 years of Pokémon Go and the millions still trying to catch 'em all
Pokémon fans have spent the past three decades trying to catch 'em all - and since the beginning this hunt has often taken place outside the home.
10 years of Pokémon Go and the millions still trying to catch 'em all
Pokémon fans have spent the past three decades trying to catch 'em all - and since the beginning this hunt has often taken place outside the home.
New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain
Every weekday morning, Shilpi Chotrani rides her bicycle from her home in the Spanish town of La LÃnea de la Concepción to Gibraltar. It's a short journey but it means crossing an international border.
Why switching to save money is easier than you might think
Seeking out a better deal from your broadband, pay TV and energy suppliers? While you know it could save hundreds of pounds, you might be wondering if it's worth the hassle.
How Aldi is taking on US supermarkets with its $4 almond butter
When Mary Porter walked into Manhattan's newest Aldi store hunting for bargains, the long-time resident found what she considered a retail miracle in plain sight: a $4 jar of almond butter that costs $22 in her own neig…
How Aldi is taking on US supermarkets with its $4 almond butter
When Mary Porter walked into Manhattan's newest Aldi store hunting for bargains, the long-time resident found what she considered a retail miracle in plain sight: a $4 jar of almond butter that costs $22 in her own neig…
Reeves tells BBC: Burnham needs worked-through plan to govern from the start
Rachel Reeves has warned the incoming prime minister, Andy Burnham, that he needs to be properly prepared to govern when he arrives in Downing Street in a little more than a week.
Reeves tells BBC: Burnham needs worked-through plan to govern from the start
Rachel Reeves has warned the incoming prime minister, Andy Burnham, that he needs to be properly prepared to govern when he arrives in Downing Street in a little more than a week.
Will Trump Accounts deliver for American children?
The launch of Trump Accounts, the new savings scheme aimed at encouraging investing among American children, was marked with an historic ringing of the Wall Street opening bell in the Oval Office this week.
Will Trump Accounts deliver for American children?
The launch of Trump Accounts, the new savings scheme aimed at encouraging investing among American children, was marked with an historic ringing of the Wall Street opening bell in the Oval Office this week.
Major car firms found not to have installed emissions-cheating devices
Vehicles from a host of major car manufacturers did not contain devices alleged to have allowed them to cheat on emissions tests, a judge at the High Court has ruled.
Major car firms found not to have installed emissions-cheating devices
Vehicles from a host of major car manufacturers did not contain devices alleged to have allowed them to cheat on emissions tests, a judge at the High Court has ruled.
EasyJet agrees to surprise takeover bid as rival US firm swoops in
No-frills airline EasyJet says it has agreed in principle to a £5.7bn takeover proposal from US firm Apollo Global Management - just days after accepting an offer from a rival suitor.
Chip giant SK Hynix raises $26.5bn in mega US share sale
South Korean computer chip maker SK Hynix has raised $26.5bn (£19.8bn) in its New York share offering, marking the largest ever listing by a foreign firm in the US.
Man nearly sucked out of window mid-air on Ryanair plane, passengers say
A passenger was reportedly nearly sucked out of a cabin window in mid-air on a Ryanair plane.
EU threatens Meta with fines over 'addictive' Facebook and Instagram
Meta must change Facebook's and Instagram's "addictive" design or face a heavy fine, the EU has warned.
Vapes to have less enticing names and flavours to protect children
Vapes with colourful packaging, or with names or flavours inspired by sweets and cocktails, could be banned as part of plans to stop them being marketed to children.
How we've saved thousands on our holidays by swapping homes with strangers
Would you swap homes with a stranger in exchange for a cheaper holiday? Or would the idea of someone sleeping in your bed and using your kitchen while you were away put you off?