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The billionaire Weston family are close to selling the famous luxury stores chain to Central Group.

Turkey's national currency has plummeted 45% against the dollar this year

The new rule lets debt collectors text and direct message millions of Americans who default on loans.

The move comes after the company came under intense scrutiny from regulators in the US and China.

The government acted too slowly to stop fraudsters exploiting its Bounce Back Loan scheme, a report says.

Fuel retailers are charging unnecessarily high prices for petrol according to the RAC motoring organisation.

The oil giant said the economic case for investment in the controversial project was "not strong enough".

The firm apologises after some customers are left with no access to TV services for more than 10 hours.

It is the first major fashion publication to make the pledge, citing its support for animal rights.

Members of the World Trade Organization agree to cut red tape to boost trade in services.

Shares start trading in ride-hailing firm Grab which has used a shell company for its flotation.

Reports suggesting a US decision to maintain tariffs on UK steel is linked to Brexit are rejected.

Barclays, RBS and HSBC are among firms penalised by the European Commission after an investigation.

Best Western is one hotel group that has seen many customers scrapping Christmas bookings.

Anglo American, which employs 95,000 worldwide, is consulting on compulsory Covid jabs for all workers.

Susan Arnold, who has been a board member for 14 years, will succeed Bob Iger at the end of the year.

Companies are deciding against holding a big bash in favour of allowing small, optional gatherings.

A charity estimates that domestic gas bills in April will be double those of 18 months earlier.

A growing number of people are deciding to give up a substantial chunk of their wages.

Washington is joining other governments in scrutinising the rapidly expanding sector more closely.