business
Starbucks Korea sacks CEO over controversial 'Tank Day' promotion
Starbucks withdrew the campaign for its drink tumblers after many said it referenced a bloody crackdown. Source link
Faisal Islam: Burnham seeks to calm markets by committing to fiscal rules
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is looking to manage the markets as well as the Makerfield byelection Source link
PlayStation Plus to raise monthly subscription by £1 in UK
The videogame firm says the increase is due to “ongoing market conditions” Source link
'I sold it for over £1k': Swatch launch sparks 'chaotic' scenes
Some shoppers have been trying to resell a new line of watches priced at £335 each for up to £16,000. Source link
Why are people so excited about Swatch's Royal Pop watch?
A watch range by Swatch and Audemars Piguet is causing a frenzy as people queue for days to get their hands on one. Source link
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt booed by graduates at mention of AI
The reaction underscores a growing anxiety among students over AI’s impact on jobs and their future careers. Source link
Tube strikes called off by RMT union
The Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union calls off a series of 24-hour strikes starting on Tuesday. Source link
Ford boss hints at return of Fiesta as an electric model
The company has announced plans to build seven new models in Europe including a small electric hatchback. Source link
UK growth forecast upgraded by IMF but risks remain
Growth has been upgraded from 0.8% to 1% for 2026 in the influential body’s latest forecast. Source link
Rise in solar panel sales as people 'want to save money'
One director, who has just bought 2,000 panels, hopes to safeguard the company’s future bills. Source link