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Sainsbury's agrees to sell Argos for £120m
Under the terms of the deal, Argos will still operate in Sainsbury's shops, sell Habitat products, and offer Nectar points.
BP puts North Sea business up for sale
The decision follows a review of BP's operations and is set to end 60 years of production in the region by the oil giant.
Thames Water boss says leakage targets 'not realistic'
Chris Weston said Thames wanted "to do better" but some of its targets were not achievable.
'I pay £580 a month to live in a disused care home': Property guardians show us around
Could you live communally in a disused building in exchange for a heavily discounted rent? Property guardians show us around.
South Korean shares soar after chip stock rout
It comes after a three-day rout that wiped hundreds of billions of dollars off the value of the country's stock market.
India wants to join the strawberry superpowers
Indian strawberry farmers rely on varieties imported from the US and Europe, but that could change.
Amazon and Apple just told us more about their AI plans - here are three things we learned
Billions of dollars are being poured into a new wave of AI technology. But will it pay off?
Anthropic's Claude AI escapes tests to hack three organisations
It comes just days after rival OpenAI said rogue AI agents had breached other firms' networks.
Apple warns of future 'supply constraints' for Mac, iPhone, iPad
Shares of Apple plunged on a warning of slower sales in the coming months.
Andy Burnham to give regional mayors share of income tax
The prime minister says the move will give power to "every postcode" but critics say the plans lack detail.
Bank holds interest rates but says it is ready to raise them if Iran war escalates
The Bank also expects the economy to grow more than previously forecast this year, although uncertainties remain because of the Iran war.
British Airways flight called mayday on approach to Heathrow
The call was made on an Airbus A320 flying from Dusseldorf airport in Germany on 6 July following two stall warnings.
Hundreds of jobs to go at Jaguar Land Rover
The car giant says it expects fewer than 300 people will lose their jobs.
Burnham says he told Trump UK will be pragmatic about North Sea oil
Andy Burnham says he told the US president he couldn't ignore North Sea resources when people are struggling.
US economic growth sees surprise slowdown in second quarter
The economy grew at an annual rate of 1.5% in the three months to June, down from 2.1% seen in the previous quarter.
Shell profits double as oil prices rise due to Iran war
Disruption to global supplies of oil and liquid natural gas through the Strait of Hormuz has pushed up prices.
Virtual interviews don't show bosses your personality, says Burnham
Interviews online may not allow young people to "shine" and communicate their "passion", the prime minister says.
Beauty Pie founder on how she dropped out of university and built five beauty businesses
Marcia Kilgore, founder of Beauty Pie, shares her top tips on how to create a successful business.
What happens here has a big impact on your money
BBC business reporter Dearbail Jordan explains how it works from inside the Bank of England.
Meta shares fall as frustration grows over AI spending plans
CEO Mark Zuckerberg said the firm intends to sell its AI tools to other companies for the first time.
Burnham says nuclear sub investment will protect UK and boost jobs
Speaking ahead of a visit to Barrow-in-Furness, the PM seeks to stress the economic benefits of defence spending.
'No magic wand' to tackle high prices, Fed boss says as US interest rates held
The Federal Reserve's decision, which was broadly expected, means rates remain between the 3.5% and 3.75%.
Trump considering AI controls after OpenAI hacking incidents
It marks a change of tone for his administration, which has taken a more hands-off approach to the technology.
Wiped out by a hurricane, this US community is now a global energy giant
A US county flattened by Hurricane Rita is now the world's largest exporter of liquified natural gas.
Some tech shares are plunging - what does that mean for the AI revolution?
Sharp falls in the value of chip makers have stoked investor concerns that the euphoria around AI related companies is fading.
'Don't wait until you want revenge' - why prenups are on the rise
More young couples are now signing prenups to set out who gets what in the event of divorce.
Charities unable to pay staff after fraud alert
Security fears saw CAF Bank, which serves 14,000 UK charities, suspend its online banking portal.
The Chinese robot army transforming the UK's retail industry
Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's robotics firms.
How cow showers and fans help farmers keep cattle cool
Dairy farmers are using cow showers and fans to protect cattle as hotter summers hit milk production.
Is it time to stop using glue and labels on paper?
Labels and adhesives can prevent paper from being recycled but there's new tech aimed at changing that.
The 20-somethings betting big on tech stocks
The BBC hears from people about the risks and rewards of investing in technology shares.
This farmer wanted to quit the cocaine industry - he couldn't
Colombians who grow cocaine's raw material bemoan a lack of support to help them switch crops.
Is tracking your food purchases good for your health?
Food tracking apps are popular, but are they a good way to make us eat a healthier diet?
New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain
It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.
Wealthy AI workers send San Francisco house prices soaring
The median cost of a home in the city is now $1.7m, a record high, according to the latest figures.
Robots available for rent: But what can they do?
Robotics tech is changing fast, so for many it makes sense to rent a robot.
AI is 'not smart' so what's next in artificial intelligence?
Leading AI researcher Yan LeCun has a start-up which is developing a more flexible AI system.
Hospital parking hike adds stress, patients say
From 31 July hourly parking charges will increase by about 50% at several hospitals in the county.
Group's mission to appreciate every piece of food
Food in Community takes unwanted and surplus produce from growers and farmers.
Bank holds interest rates but says it is ready to raise them if Iran war escalates
The Bank also expects the economy to grow more than previously forecast this year, although uncertainties remain because of the Iran war.
What's happening to UK interest rates and what does it mean for mortgages?
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
Your burger costs more this summer, but farmers say they're not cashing in
The prices of beef, bread buns and bagged salad have risen sharply over the past year, figures show.
Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension
Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older
The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
How the High Street became a window on our political instability
High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?
The £5 coffee that tells a story of global economic turmoil
Coffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and savvy coffee farmers playing the market, writes Faisal Islam
The threat to summer holidays looming from jet fuel shortages
What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?
What happens here has a big impact on your money
BBC business reporter Dearbail Jordan explains how it works from inside the Bank of England.
1975: The world's first shop for left-handers
A London shop selling goods designed for left-handed people was doing a brisk trade.
Shabaz Asks: Are Billionaires Bad?
Shabaz Ali turns author to see if the internet's favourite villains deserve the hate.
What might the new team at the top of government mean for your money?
How much money do you give for a wedding gift?
You've been invited by the happy couple, but they've asked for cash - not presents. North Londoners tell us what they would do.
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