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Michael O’Leary apologises for ‘high-fare rapists’ remark
Ryanair chief executive Michael O’Leary has apologised for using the phrase “high-fare rapists”, describing his choice of language as careless and saying it will not happen again.
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Businesses in Canada and US fear losses as import taxes rise
Businesses in Canada and the United States are facing growing uncertainty as reciprocal import taxes increase, with some owners warning that a prolong...
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Shein shares fall during Hong Kong stock market debut
Shein’s shares fell as the online fashion company began trading in Hong Kong, following a years-long effort to list shares in New York and London.
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Fake 10 Downing Street listing prompts criticism of Booking.com
A consumer group has described Booking.com as “unfit” after a fake listing for 10 Downing Street appeared in a limited test. Booking.com said the test...
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More than 600 companies found to have underpaid workers, government says
More than 600 companies underpaid staff below the minimum wage, according to the government, with £4 million returned to affected workers. B&Q and Fiv...
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AI spending and Iran war push up borrowing costs worldwide
Large artificial intelligence investment plans and the ongoing war in Iran are driving borrowing costs higher across the world, creating concerns for...
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Hundreds of North Sea workers affected by new helicopter weight limit
New safety rules require North Sea workers to weigh no more than 19.5 stone while fully clothed so they can be winched to safety during an emergency....
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Report finds almost half of households see no benefit from economic growth
An analysis has identified a stark average gap in household spending power between northern and southern England, while almost half of households are...
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Low gas storage levels could push up household energy bills
Experts have warned that low gas storage levels could drive gas prices higher, adding further pressure to household energy bills.
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Shetland spaceport secures £30m in UK government investment
The SaxaVord spaceport project on the Shetland island of Unst has received £30m in investment from the UK Government, as companies consider the site f...
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Channel 4 to cut 340 jobs by the end of the year
Channel 4 is set to reduce its workforce by 340 jobs by the end of the year following an internal review focused on the rapidly changing media landsca...
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Rent increases forecast to reach 4% to 5% annually by December
Rents are expected to rise at an annual rate of 4% to 5% by December, according to a forecast from property website Zoopla, pointing to further pressu...
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Complaints about water firms rise 84% amid bill increases
Complaints made to a watchdog about water companies have increased by 84%, with affordability a major concern after customers faced steep rises in the...
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UK in talks to join Canada-led global defence bank
The UK is discussing whether to join a proposed global defence bank led by Canada. Supporters say the institution could help governments secure cheape...
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BrewDog workers to receive nothing after takeover deal
Administrators say BrewDog staff are owed about £489,000 in wages and holiday pay but will receive no payment following the company’s takeover. The bu...
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Low-deposit mortgages reach highest UK share since 2008
Mortgages involving smaller deposits now account for the highest share of UK lending since 2008, as borrowers explain how they are managing the risks,...
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Japan raises interest rate to 31-year high amid rising prices
Japan has increased its interest rate to a new 31-year high as policymakers seek to contain rising prices. The move comes amid a wider international r...
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Bank holds rates but says energy prices may make rise more likely
Interest rates have been left unchanged for a sixth consecutive time, while the Bank of England has indicated that persistently high energy prices cou...
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