Would-be reality TV contestants ‘not looking real’
A growing use of AI is said to be both harming and helping makers of reality TV. Read More
Luxury brands suffer as Chinese shoppers hold back
LVMH, the world’s biggest luxury group, saw sales in Asia fall 14% in the second quarter of 2024. Read More
Cash-only spending in surprise jump as people budget
But young shoppers are far more likely to use their phones to pay for things, despite stretched budgets. Read More
Delta faces probe as CrowdStrike disruption lingers
The US Transportation Secretary said Delta must honour rules granting refunds to travellers. Read More
Fewer HS2 seats could force passengers not to travel
A report by the spending watchdog says new HS2 trains will have less space than existing services. Read More
DWP must focus on work not welfare, says minister
Liz Kendall says more attention needs to be given to why people cannot get work, including health and skills. Read More
Japan drugmaker bosses quit as firm probes deaths
President and chairman of Kobayashi Pharmaceutical resign as investigation into dozens of deaths continues. Read More
More than 1,500 jobs to go at Carpetright
The jobs are being lost despite a deal with rival flooring firm Tapi that will save 54 shops. Read More
Former chancellor Zahawi mulling bid for the Telegraph
The former Conservative chancellor is thought to be seeking financial backing to fund a bid. Read More
BT fined millions for failing to connect 999 calls
The telecoms firm was found to be ill-prepared after an IT error affected “life and death” services. Read More