Thomas Cook used its auditors to justify £5m bonus

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 23:07:42 GMT
The bonus, paid to former boss Manny Fontenla-Novoa, followed a heavily-criticised merger.

Green number plates planned for electric cars

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 23:08:52 GMT
The plan means it will be easier to offer incentives such as cheaper parking for zero-emission cars.

'I wish the bank had asked about my spending'

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 23:10:12 GMT
Banks are being urged to step in to protect those with mental health issues, but there are privacy concerns.

Exxon accused of misleading investors on climate change

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 23:06:27 GMT
New York State and the oil giant will now face each other in court in New York over the claim.

Drugs firms reach $260m US opioid settlement

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 18:34:21 GMT
Four drugs companies avoid a trial over their role in the US opioid crisis by striking a deal.

Asda's contract changes are 'just not fair'

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 15:17:40 GMT
The supermarket chain says it will fire staff who do not sign up to new terms and conditions.

Brexit deal acceptable, says top Barclays banker

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 09:03:13 GMT
Sir Ian Cheshire, chairman of Barclays' UK operations, says business leaders want to see certainty.

Top fund manager forced to resign after BBC investigation

Sun, 20 Oct 2019 23:02:53 GMT
Mark Denning, who managed billions of dollars of investors' money, broke investment rules, the BBC finds.

Waitrose and John Lewis to stop putting plastic toys in Christmas crackers

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 11:53:17 GMT
The company also plans to ban plastic glitter from its own-brand Christmas range by December 2020.

Facebook reveals preparations for UK election

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 21:02:07 GMT
The tech giant has set out extra measures for fighting the spread of disinformation.

American Airlines London flight diverted after 'chemical spillage'

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 17:10:07 GMT
Medics examined crew and passengers after a cleaning solution spill, American Airlines said.

'I lost £4,000 in a call centre scam'

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 04:02:12 GMT
Indian police shut two call centres and arrest seven people suspected of involvement in the scam.

'Brexit uncertainty is harming my business'

Sun, 20 Oct 2019 13:55:30 GMT
Rob Tanner is one of a number of small business owners who say the political stalemate is damaging.

Brexit date downplayed in government advertising shift

Sun, 20 Oct 2019 18:24:01 GMT
The government changes the wording on its Get Ready for Brexit website after Saturday's vote.

Are US billionaires really going to pay more tax?

Sat, 19 Oct 2019 23:55:32 GMT
For years, the assumption has been that most Americans are anti-tax, but are attitudes changing?

The spectacular fall of money manager Neil Woodford

Sat, 19 Oct 2019 06:49:04 GMT
Sacked from his flagship fund, and shutting the business - the story of Neil Woodford and his sudden fall.

Libor rigging inquiry shut down by Serious Fraud Office

Sat, 19 Oct 2019 11:04:23 GMT
The Serious Fraud Office unexpectedly closes an investigation into interest rate fraud.

Are young Brits falling out of love with the cuppa?

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 21:02:52 GMT
Demand for builder's tea is falling, while coffee and herbal teas are becoming popular.

The map store boss who took the long route

Sun, 20 Oct 2019 23:07:26 GMT
Vivien Godfrey waited until she was 56 before taking the helm at her family's firm Stanfords.

What's it like working with someone you're married to?

Sat, 19 Oct 2019 23:52:34 GMT
Some couples who work together say it makes both partnerships stronger, but it's not always easy to navigate.

Ghost nets: Tackling a silent killer of the seas

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 23:10:48 GMT
Ghost nets kill huge numbers of marine animals every year, but new tech might help prevent that.

IMF: What is it and why does it matter?

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 23:08:22 GMT
The annual meeting of the IMF gets under way in Washington this week.

Can a new apple take over the world?

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 23:08:39 GMT
Apple growers in Washington state reckon their new variety, the Cosmic Crisp, will be a global hit.

My Money: 'BOOM, suddenly £14.99 less rich!'

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 23:12:12 GMT
As part of a new BBC blog series, Olivia Davies shares what she's spent her money on this week.

Exchange rates: Why has the value of the pound jumped?

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 11:14:30 GMT
A simple guide to how currency is valued and what it means for your finances.

And 'Lo!' - How the internet was born

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 23:00:59 GMT
Interface Message Processors built the Arpanet, which led to the internet of today.

What is the UK's inflation rate?

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 11:03:52 GMT
A guide to what inflation is and why it matters for household finances.

The hungry 26-year-old who set up a £100m food firm

Sun, 13 Oct 2019 23:02:18 GMT
When Timo Boldt realised he wanted to get meal kits delivered, he decided to set up his own firm.

'I lost £4,000 in a call centre scam'

Sun, 20 Oct 2019 23:00:11 GMT
Doug Varey was offered security software which turned out to be a frightening and costly scam.

Syrians in Brazil: 'I am not a millionaire, but I will be'

Sat, 19 Oct 2019 23:00:04 GMT
Two Syrian refugee chefs hope their food businesses will make them millionaires in Brazil.

BA passengers: Cabin fumes affected our health

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 14:38:16 GMT
Passengers on a British Airways flight that filled with smoke mid-air say they're still having breathing difficulties two months on.

My way to stop boardroom infighting

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 23:00:34 GMT
CEO Gordon Wilson says his way to stop execs infighting is for people to open up about themselves.

Staff back at work in former Thomas Cook shops

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 23:28:00 GMT
Former Thomas Cook staff go back to work in their travel shops.

Turning Paris's underground car parks into mushrooms farms

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 21:39:24 GMT
Paris is renovating many of its underground car parks and some are now growing mushrooms.

How the speed camera became a million dollar idea

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 23:13:17 GMT
The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how the speed camera became a million dollar idea.