DFS buys assets from failed Multiyork
DFS Furniture buys store leases, trademark and designs from Multiyork.
Tech 2017: BBC News Online’s biggest technology stories
Apple, ransomware and Bitcoin all feature prominently in BBC Tech’s most read stories of the year.
Rogue landlords targeted by government
Landlords in England who want to rent a property to five or more people need a licence under plans.
American Airlines sorry over basketball players theft claim
American Airlines wrongly accused two professional basketball players of stealing first class blankets.
UK enjoyed ‘greenest year for electricity ever’ in 2017
Renewables provided more electricity than coal for 90% of year, National Grid figures show.
Shoplifters taking under £200 worth of goods ‘not pursued’
Retailers warn a rise in shoplifting is partly fuelled by police not investigating smaller thefts.
Hammond challenged to release Brexit studies
MPs claim they will be “hamstrung” if they do not get to see the Treasury’s Brexit analysis.
Bitcoin slump sees trades suspended on certain exchanges
The virtual currency’s rollercoaster ride continues, sliding from almost $20,000 to $12,000 in a week.
In the dog house
One expert advises movers how to care for pets, and others give property price predictions for 2018.
Marrying yourself
More and more people are choosing to “marry” themselves in symbolic ceremonies, but what’s behind the trend?
