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Factory blaze adds to computer chip supply crisis
One of the car industry’s biggest computer chip suppliers has warned that a major fire at…
The coffee start-ups brewing up a storm in lockdown
Before the pandemic struck we Brits would spend around £5bn a year in High Street coffee…
Saudi Aramco’s profits slide nearly 45% after lower oil demand
The oil giant Saudi Aramco has announced that its profits fell sharply last year as lockdowns…
US economy to grow faster than forecast, says Federal Reserve
The US central bank expects much stronger growth this year than previously forecast, as vaccination rates…
Lamborghini’s profits soar during Covid
Lamborghini had its most profitable year ever in 2020, despite a two-month shutdown of its Italian…
EU plans rollout of travel certificate before summer
A digital certificate to kick-start foreign travel should be given to citizens across the EU “without…
Disney parks to re-open – but no screaming please
Disney has announced plans to re-open its two theme parks in California next month – but…
Philippines’ fried chicken king eyes global empire
The Philippines’ largest restaurant chain, Jollibee, is eyeing global expansion with 450 new eateries due to…
Uber to pay drivers a minimum wage, holiday pay and pensions
Uber says it will give its 70,000 UK drivers a guaranteed minimum wage, holiday pay and…
Cost of living: Hand gel in, white chocolate out
High demand amid the pandemic for items such as hand sanitiser and loungewear mean they are…
Tinder to introduce in-app background checks
One of the world’s most popular dating apps is adding a background check feature to its…