Volkswagen board approves plan to cut 100,000 jobs
The group - which includes Audi, Porsche, Skoda as well as the VW brand - said in March that it would cut 50,000 roles.
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The government is set to give the go-ahead for the gas field off the coast of Aberdeen, the BBC understands.
Hundreds of North Sea workers too heavy for new helicopter rules
Workers should weigh no more than 19.5st fully clothed so that they can be winched to safety in an emergency.
Who is Alejandro Betancourt, colourful oil baron behind US-Venezuela oil deal?
The 46-year-old figure of international intrigue has an apparent knack for being in the right place at the right time.
Almost half of households do not see benefits of economic growth, report says
Analysis has found a "stark" gap in the spending power of households in the north and south of England on average.
Netherlands moves billions in gold to London in 'crisis preparedness' move
The Dutch central bank removes some of its gold reserves from the US and Canada, saying it is because of "increasing geopolitical unrest".
Lords call for AI 'kill switch' powers in UK
Its backers say it would provide a "vital safety net" against runaway AI systems such as those from OpenAI and Anthropic.
Soft launches and late sittings - six ways to get cheaper meals out
The cost of dining out is getting increasingly hard to swallow - but clever planning can net you cheaper deals.
US borrowing costs hit fresh highs over inflation fears
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I climbed the career ladder and got my dream job at 30 - then I hit burnout
Just after Jo Hooper landed her dream role at 30, she struggled with burnout and had to take time off work.
Ikea cuts prices as customers struggle with rising cost of living
The Swedish retailer has seen revenue decline as the rising cost of living reduces people's ability to buy new furniture.
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How Shein lost its shine ahead of long-awaited stock market debut
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