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eBay rejects $55.5bn offer from GameStop
The online auction giant said it doubted how the video game retailer would finance its offer. Source link
US inflation jumps to 3.8% as energy costs surge from Iran war
The key measure of US inflation rose in April to its highest level since May 2023 as consumers feel the impact of the Iran war. Source link
Water firm fined after customers' details hacked
The hack went undetected by the Staffordshire firm for 20 months, regulator says. Source link
Snack giant switches to black and white packaging as Iran war hits ink supplies
The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has severely disrupted global supplies of energy and petrochemicals. Source link
China should stop hoarding food and fertiliser, says former World Bank chief
David Malpass’ comments come as US President Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping are due to meet in Beijing. Source link
How driving test booking is changing for learner drivers
From 12 May, only learner drivers can book their own tests, not instructors. Source link
Elon Musk and Tim Cook among CEOs expected to accompany Trump on China trip
A total of 17 US executives are set to join the president on his visit, where he will meet his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping. Source link
Ovo energy customers urged not to panic as takeover planned
All existing tariffs will be honoured in full under a planned deal that could create Britain’s largest energy supplier. Source link
Heathrow sees passenger dip amid Iran conflict
The west London airport said 6.7 million passengers travelled through Heathrow in April. Source link
British Steel set to be nationalised, Starmer says
The steelworks has been under government control for almost a year, but leglistation to nationalise it will be put forward this week. Source link