Thousands of Starbucks workers strike on Red Cup Day

Employees staged the walkout on one of the store's busiest days of the year, when it gives away reusable holiday cups.

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Ros Atkins on… How the HS2 plan changed over the years

The BBC’s analysis editor looks at the delays, spiralling costs and cuts affecting the proposed high speed rail line.

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Rupert Murdoch's media empire through the years

He built one of the world's most powerful media empires - here are some of his biggest acquisitions.

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Interest rates: What you can do about rising mortgage payments

Watch the BBC's Lora Jones tell you five things you can do about your mortgage, in a minute.

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Why did NatWest's CEO Dame Alison Rose have to step aside?

The BBC's analysis editor Ros Atkins answers key questions about Dame Alison Rose's resignation.

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Sir Richard Branson on 'painful' virgin coverage during pandemic

The billionaire was criticised for asking the government for a loan to save his Virgin Group.

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Four changes to energy bills support from April

Colletta Smith tells you - in one minute - about changes to the discounts and payments available.

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Pints, power and parents: Three ways the Budget could affect you

The BBC's Vishala Sri-Pathma breaks down how the government's spending plans might impact your pocket.

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The Silicon Valley Bank saga in 80 seconds

Has the collapse of two US banks sparked another financial crisis?

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Jeremy Hunt on HSBC buying UK arm of collapsed Silicon Valley Bank

The company, which specialised in lending money to tech companies, was shut down by US regulators on Friday.

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Double Dutch: The twins shaking up the drinks industry

Joyce and Raissa De Haas, who founded Double Dutch drinks, explain the power of twins in business.

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We have avoided recession - Jeremy Hunt

The UK has narrowly avoided falling into recession, after the economy saw zero growth between October and December.

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Bank chief Andrew Bailey: 'We think inflation will fall rapidly'

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey says lower energy prices should help lower inflation.

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Chess gets a risqué makeover

Ilya Merenzon, CEO of World Chess, shares his business advice for our CEO Secrets series.

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How drones could be the future of Indian farming

Companies in India are encouraging farmers to switch to drones - but is that working?

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Business Secretary Grant Shapps defends anti-strikes bill

The government will introduce a bill requiring a minimum level of service during public sector strikes.

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Battery lights vs mains LED bulbs: What's cheaper?

As some shoppers swap mains bulbs for battery lights, we investigate if money is really being saved.

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House bills: Grant Shapps shares energy saving tips from inside his house

During a tour of his home, Grant Shapps faces questions about the government's intervention on energy bills.

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Cost of living: 'I want to be prepared for any eventuality'

Battery-powered lanterns and cleaning the fireplace, the BBC explores how habits are changing this winter.

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'I'm not here to be your pretty woman DJ of the night'

Studies show less than 5% of the music industry is female. This business is trying to change that.

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