Starbucks to get its first unionised US store since 1980s
Staff at one branch vote to unionise, the first in the coffee chain’s own stores since the 1980s.
New York’s Met museum to remove Sackler name from exhibits
The Sackler family founded Purdue Pharma, which manufactured opioids linked to the deaths of thousands.
UK warns US of retaliation over steel tariffs
After “very frank” talks in Washington, the UK’s international trade secretary says action may be taken soon.
HS2 agrees £2bn deal to build UK’s fastest trains
Hitachi and Alstom will build more than fifty 225mph trains for the high speed network.
‘I borrowed £50 and we ended up homeless’
People could fall into serious debt if they use loan sharks this Christmas, charities warn.
Evergrande: Why should I care if China property giant collapses?
There are reports the leaders of the heavily indebted Chinese property giant have been detained.
Covid: Manchester Airport Group calls for review of travel rules
The owner of Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands airports is calling for urgent action.
Covid travel test changes a ‘hammer blow’ to industry
The return of pre-departure tests for travellers to the UK will come into force on 04:00 GMT Tuesday.
Coronavirus: UK tightens travel rules amid Omicron spread
Travellers to the UK will have to have a negative Covid test before departure, the government says.
Fraud: ‘I had £18,000 stolen after my drink was spiked’
Fraudsters appear to be adopting the “sinister” tactic of spiking drinks to steal money, campaigners warn.