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The retailers setting up shop in the metaverse

As brands join the new virtual universe they have to choose exactly where to locate themselves.

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Argentina’s economy minister makes sudden exit

Martin Guzmán’s departure leaves a big question mark over Argentina’s future economic policy.

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The supermarket rows you don’t usually hear about

The spat between Heinz and Tesco has shone a light on the challenges facing suppliers and retailers.

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Fighting for rights for workers undergoing fertility treatment

Proposed legislation would require employers to give staff time off work to attend fertility appointments.

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Flight cancellation plan aims to ease summer chaos

BA and Heathrow say the move will help minimise disruption for passengers during the peak season.

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UK and New Zealand expand working holiday visas

The age limit for a visa to live and work in either country will go up to 35 under a new deal.

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Energy companies’ customer service hits record low

Standards have “plummeted” since last year when many firms went bust, Citizens Advice says.

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Rail strikes: No rush to call for more action, says union

The RMT’s comments follow last week’s industrial action which caused travel disruption across the UK.

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Russia moves to take control of Sakhalin-2 oil and gas project

The Russian government moves to take over Sakhalin-2 in which Shell has a share of more than a quarter.

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US stocks see worst first half drop in more than 50 years

The S&P 500 index dropped by more than 20%, while major indexes around the world also fell sharply.