Thirteen Labour MPs vote for talks on joining EU customs union
One hundred MPs voted for and 100 against the Liberal Democrats’ bill, which would require the UK to begin talks with the EU for a new customs union. Read More
Starbucks workers and unions in UK to join protests in support of striking US baristas
Starbucks workers and union allies in 10 countries are set to demonstrate on Wednesday in support of striking US employees. Read More
Trump ban on wind energy permits ‘unlawful’, court rules
An executive order freezing all wind energy projects – both on land and sea – has been struck down by a US judge. Read More
Bottles of Disaronno recalled over possible glass presence
It is believed the contamination may have happened due to an “anomaly on the bottle line”, according to the recall notice. Read More
Branding and logo for Great British Railways unveiled
The new red, white and blue branding mirrors the colours of the Union Flag, and will start to appear from next year. Read More
Ben & Jerry’s brand could be destroyed under Magnum, says co-founder
Ben Cohen was speaking about his concerns for the independence of Ben & Jerry’s board. Read More
AI tools transform Christmas gifting as shoppers turn to chatbots
Shopper are increasingly using chatbots for their hard-to-buy-for family and friends, with implications for bargain hunters and businesses. Read More
Why has Paramount launched a hostile bid for Warner Bros Discovery?
What to know about Netflix and Paramount Skydance’s blockbuster battle over Warner Bros Discovery. Read More
Mike Ashley’s Frasers group buys shopping centre
The shopping centre in the old GWR railway works attracts more than three million visitors a year. Read More
Paramount launches rival bid for Warner Bros Discovery
The Hollywood battle to buy Warner Bros Discovery is shaping up to be a blockbuster. Read More