Train strikes near end as union and government agree deal
The proposed offer has “no-strings” and sees a backdated pay rise and increases in future for drivers. Read More
Rayner meets businesses and unions on workers’ rights
Proposals include banning zero-hours contracts and ending “fire and rehire” practices. Read More
Inflation rate rises for first time this year to 2.2%
The UK inflation rate has risen to 2.2%, but this was not as high as economists had forecast. Read More
Mars to buy Pringles and Pop-Tart maker for $36bn
Confectionery giant Mars strikes deal to snap up Pringles-maker Kellanova for nearly $36bn. Read More
Slowest US inflation since 2021 raises rate cut hope
The inflation report was being closely watched after stock market turmoil earlier this month. Read More
Steven Bartlett nutrition adverts banned for being misleading
Huel and Zoe were criticised for not disclosing their professional ties to the Dragons’ Den star. Read More
No laughing matter – how AI is helping comedians write jokes
Some comedians are turning to artificial intelligence for their new new material. Read More
Rising grocery prices fail to dampen wine sales
Grocery price inflation has risen for the first time since March last year, analysis by Kantar suggests. Read More
Starbucks replaces boss after sales slump
Shares in the chain soared after the appointment of a new chief executive to try to boost sales. Read More
Post Office IT boss quits amid Horizon delays
Post Office tech chief Chris Brocklesby leaves after a year as Horizon IT replacement faces delays. Read More