How to destroy harmful ‘forever chemicals’
PFAS were once prized for their durability, but now firms are developing ways to destroy them. Read More
Qantas hit with record fine for illegal layoffs during pandemic
Australia’s biggest airline was sued for firing ground staff in 2020 as aviation came to a standstill. Read More
Swatch sorry for ‘slanted eyes’ ad after China uproar
The image of a model pulling the corners of his eyes resembled a racist image, critics say. Read More
Yellow stickers and fridge hacks: How to feed children for less in the holidays
Parents share their tips for cooking up extra meals without overspending at the supermarket. Read More
Greeting customers deters shoplifters, police say
Lancashire Police issues advice for shop owners as shoplifting levels have “spiralled”. Read More
Nerd glasses and friendship necklaces: Claire’s was heaven until Shein came along
As the future of the chain hangs in the balance, what made tweenagers fall in love with its quirky charm? Read More
British racing to hold one-day strike in tax protest
The British Horseracing Authority cancels all races on 10 September in protest against the Government’s proposed tax rise on horserace betting. Read More
‘Bus fares have cut my food budget’: Under-22s on what free travel would mean to them
They welcome a call for under-22s in England to get free bus passes to help them into work and education. Read More
Topshop returns to the High Street, but can it get its cool back?
For many, the stores defined their childhood. Now the retailer says it is reopening them, and held its first catwalk for years on Saturday. Read More
Bioethanol layoffs to start next week after rescue ruled out
Plants in Hull and Redcar had warned they would close without support after deal to allow US ethanol to come in tariff-free. Read More