US jobless rate falls to lowest level since July
Employers added a better-than-expected 199,000 jobs in November, despite efforts to cool the economy.
Google admits AI viral video was edited to look better
Instead of the AI responding to voice and video, it was fed text prompts and still images.
Average two-year mortgage rate falls below 6%
Mortgage providers have been cutting rates, but many homeowners still face a payment shock.
Edinburgh Reforms: City shake-up branded ‘damp squib’ by MPs
The Treasury Committee says much of what was promised by the chancellor has not materialised.
Mobile phones: Firms face £3bn legal claim for overcharging
Lawsuit alleges Vodafone, EE, Three and O2 overcharged existing customers for their mobiles.
ScotRail consults customers on ending alcohol ban
The online survey comes three years after restrictions were introduced to stop the spread of Covid-19.
Oxfam shop and office workers strike for first time
The walkout is over pay with some staff at the anti-poverty charity reporting having to use foodbanks, a union says.
McDonald’s unveils US CosMc’s trial and global expansion
The fast-food giant pilots CosMc’s and plans to open about 10,000 McDonald’s globally by 2027.
Anger as Nationwide orders workers back to office
Nationwide – which has its HQ in Swindon – tells staff to work in offices at least two days a week.
Lego Fortnite: Gaming giant launches Minecraft rival
The new co-operative survival game mode sees players crafting items with Lego bricks.