The search widens for hot rocks that provide power
Geothermal power projects have seen a surge of investment as countries encourage renewable energy. …
Business
McDonald’s looks for ‘gender parity’ by 2030
The fast-food chain has been under fire over racial discrimination and handling of sexual harassment claims. …
Coronavirus: ‘No jab, no job’ policies may be legal for new staff
It may be legal to insist on vaccinations in new staff contracts, the justice secretary says. …
Brexit charges: Why is my online shopping more expensive?
Some UK customers have been hit by extra charges since Brexit but why? …
BTS label Big Hit and Universal seek next boy band
The two record labels have teamed up to find a new K-pop boy group through a joint venture. …
Covid: Phase out furlough gradually, chancellor urged
The government employee support scheme needs to be wound down gently, think tank says. …
Rent debt crisis ‘could lead to homelessness’
Half a million renters could lose their home without financial help, warn debt charities, lenders and landlords. …
Amazon sued by New York over ‘deficient’ Covid-19 response
The state’s top prosecutor says Amazon showed “flagrant disregard” for health and safety at its warehouses. …
Inflation: Food and furniture costs drive inflation higher
Prices rose 0.7% in January as consumers paid more for food and household goods. …
Climate change: Don’t raid home insulation scheme, MPs urge ministers
The government hopes to claw back money from a £1.5bn fund to promote home insulation. …
Medical cannabis: ‘Convince people that you’re serious’
Cannabis farmer turned medical research boss says you need to “convince people you are serious”. …
Citi loses fight to recoup mistaken payments
The bank had hoped to recover some of the nearly $900m it erroneously wired in August. …
Neil Woodford relaunch plans spark call for inquiry
Activist Gina Miller calls for investigation into Woodford funds collapse and response. …
Covid: Rapid tests and vaccines ‘will allow venues to reopen’ – minister
Those measures will “get our economy back on its feet”, vaccines minister Nadhim Zahawi says. …
Amazon vs Reliance: Why are two of the world’s richest men in court?
A tussle over an Indian grocery store pits Amazon and Reliance against each other in court. …
Mobile loan apps in India: ‘They try to mentally break you’
We hear from people in India who say some mobile loan apps harass and intimidate those who use them. …
Fake Amazon reviews ‘being sold in bulk’ online
A Which? investigation found 10 sites offering fake Amazon Marketplace reviews from as little as £5 each. …
Jaguar car brand to be all-electric by 2025
JLR will launch electric models of its entire Jaguar and Land Rover line-up by 2030. …