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Halifax says pronoun badge critics can close accounts

The bank tells customers who object to pronouns on name badges they are welcome to close their accounts.

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Ben & Jerry’s criticises resumption of sales in Israeli settlements

The ice cream maker is unhappy with Unilever’s deal to continue sales in the occupied West Bank.

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Ghost broking: Young and vulnerable people targeted by insurance scam

There’s a warning to “safeguard personal finances against fraud” amidst the cost of living crisis.

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Hello Kitty firm strikes China deal after viral hit

Shares of Japanese company Sanrio rose by almost 14% in Tokyo after the agreement was announced.

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Pride: Amazon restricts LGBT goods in United Arab Emirates

The online retail giant says it has to comply with the laws of the countries in which it operates.

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Sandwich shops bite back after challenging years

Sandwich sellers are seeing customer numbers return, but hybrid working means some remain quiet.

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Petrol station staff abused over high fuel prices

There is a “huge increase” of abuse by drivers angry at the price at the pump, forecourt operators say.

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Heinz products off Tesco shelves after pricing dispute

The beans, sauce and soup-maker is pausing supply to the UK’s largest supermarket in a price rise row.

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Why business is still optimistic about Hong Kong

Twenty five years on from the handover from the UK, many business owners and leaders remain optimistic.

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Poundland boosts £1 items in battle for shoppers

The discount chain says it is seeing a rise in customer numbers as people seek savings.