Warren Buffett’s latest attempt to put his cash to work is thwarted
Berkshire Hathaway’s cash hoard tops $128 billion. Now we have an idea of what Warren Buffett’s been thinking of doing with some of that money.
HSBC and Santander customers set for refund
The competition watchdog says the banks failed to send text alerts to customers about to go into the red.
How smart ideas are helping to accommodate China’s renewable energy drive
China is aiming to lay down a marker on the renewable energy sector.
2020 US presidential election is Trump’s to lose, says BET founder Bob Johnson
Johnson, who described himself as a longtime Democrat, has made headlines multiple times for praising Trump.
India has a serene side — and it’s best seen by boat
Exploring India’s rivers and backwaters provides a glimpse into a quieter, more remote side of the subcontinent — be it houseboating in Kerala, slow cruising along the Brahmaputra River or rafting in the Himalayas.
India’s GDP growth falls to slowest pace since 2013
The South Asian country is currently facing a number of challenges.
Hong Kong is ‘the only option’ for China to connect with overseas markets for now, says expert
Hong Kong’s edge over China lies in its openness to foreign investors and “strong rule of law,” says Mark Austen of the Asia Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association.
Japanese store ‘rethinks’ badges for staff on periods
The badges – which featured a cartoon character known as Miss Period – led to complaints.
Deadline for UK drone registration approaches
Drone owners in the UK must register them by the end of Friday or face a £1,000 fine.
Scotland’s general election is different and could change the United Kingdom forever
The question of independence adds a layer of unpredictability while the Scottish National party could offer a route to power for Labour.