US central bank boss says Trump can’t fire him
The US central bank cuts interest rates, as its chairman vows to stay on the job....
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Harrods boss tells BBC he is ‘dreadfully sorry’ for Al Fayed abuse
It is the first time the managing director of the luxury store has personally apologised on camera....
Watchdog to review police handling of Al Fayed abuse claims
The Independent Office for Police Conduct will review two cases the Met Police investigated....
Nissan to lay off thousands of workers as sales drop
The Japanese car making giant has not yet said where in its global operations the job cuts will be made....
Sainsbury’s and M&S warn Budget may push up prices
A number of major firms have warned over the impact of higher National Insurance costs....
Interest rates cut but Bank hints fewer falls to come
Interest rates were cut to 4.75% but the Bank expects inflation to creep higher after last week’s Budget....
House prices at record high, says Halifax
Despite the increase, the lender warns mortgage costs could remain “higher for longer” following the Budget....
Will UK interest rate cut make mortgages and loans cheaper?
Bank of England interest rates affect the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people....
Will Trump’s victory spark a global trade war?
Trump has promised tariffs on all foreign goods. If he follows through, many smaller economies may be forced to respond in kind....
Up close with the 300 tonne driverless trucks
Big mining firms are switching to driverless trucks and other autonomous equipment....