Image copyright Google Google-owner Alphabet is giving up the development of bipedal robots after five years. The company had been developing large industrial robots since it bought two start-ups – Schaft and Boston Dynamics – in 2013. Its creations won awards and videos of them in action often went viral. But Alphabet changed its focus …
Image copyright John Lewis Image caption Sir Elton John stars in the John Lewis Christmas ad this year It’s that time of year again – it might still be November but retail giants including John Lewis, Sainsburys, M&S and Iceland have already unveiled their Christmas adverts. So what’s the secret to the perfect festive marketing …
Image copyright Getty Images The Duke of Cambridge has accused social media firms of being “on the back foot” when dealing with fake news, privacy issues and cyber-bullying. In a speech given at the BBC, Prince William said social networks had allowed “misinformation and conspiracy to pollute the public sphere”. “Their self-image is so grounded …
Image copyright PA Image caption The AJ production line in Bridgend Ford closed for five days from 29 October A decision on whether a new off-road car will be made by Ineos Automotive in Bridgend is expected within days following a board meeting this week. BBC Wales understands Ford in south Wales is in competition …
The BBC’s Adam Fleming takes a brief look at what’s in the 585-page Brexit agreement document. Source by [author_name]
Image copyright Reuters/Getty Images Facebook faces a new controversy over alleged tactics it used to discredit its critics, embarrass rival firms and downplay problems at the company. The New York Times has published a wide-ranging account of the methods Facebook and a public relations firm used to “deny and deflect” criticism. The report has led …
Image copyright James Duncan Members of the Scottish fishing industry have called for “clarity” on the implications of the draft agreement on leaving the EU. On Wednesday, Scottish Secretary David Mundell backed the draft Brexit deal despite concerns about its impact on the fishing industry. The 585-page document said a new agreement would be reached …
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption French World Cup winner Paul Pogba is one of the stars of the side Revenue at Manchester United fell in the first quarter as the Premier League club played fewer home games. Sales for the three months to 30 September came in at £135m, compared with £143.7m a year …
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionBrexit agreement: What does the 585-page document say? Theresa May has agreed a draft Brexit withdrawal agreement with Brussels. Her cabinet backed it on Wednesday – but there have since been resignations. Two cabinet ministers, and two junior ministers, have resigned over the deal – while some …
Image copyright Reuters Asda sales jumped 2% in the three months to September as the recovery of the Walmart-owned supermarket continued. The result marked the sixth consecutive quarter of rising like-for-like sales, which strip out the effect of new stores. The retailer attributed the rise to the strength of its own-label brands. Asda has a …