business
Back to books – Sweden's schools give up digital learning
Swedish classrooms swap laptops for books, pens and paper, raising concerns from the tech sector. Source link
Horse urine perfume: why online bargains may be dangerous
Experts warn of hidden risk of counterfeits, while the government consults on stricter product safety rules. Source link
More big energy users to get help as support plan expanded
A scheme to cut bills for firms that are heavy energy users is being extended to cover an additional 3,000 businesses. Source link
Bank boss tells BBC he won't rush interest rate rises
Bank of England governor says the Iran war energy shock makes the next rate decision “very very difficult”. Source link
How you could get free electricity for doing your washing
You could get free or cheaper electricity from your energy company for running appliances during periods of excess supply, such as sunny weekends. Source link
US war on Iran was a 'mistake', says Reeves
The chancellor’s criticism follows a report that the conflict will hit the UK harder than other big economies. Source link
Snapchat owner cuts 1,000 jobs as says AI will reduce repetitive work
The Snapchat owner is laying off around 16% of staff and withdrawn hundreds of open job roles. Source link
Trump threatens to fire Fed chair Powell if he doesn't leave in May
Donald Trump’s threat marks the latest escalation in his ongoing spat with Jerome Powell. Source link
Commuters welcome second year of Translink fare freeze
Liz Kimmins acknowledged the decision was taken against a difficult funding backdrop for the public transport company. Source link
Thames Water should go into administration, investor says
The UK is “sleepwalking” into bad deal on Thames Water says a frustrated rival bidder. Source link