Business

Belfast: Meet the businesses revitalising abandoned buildings

Belfast: Meet the businesses revitalising abandoned buildings

Belfast's "Empty to Active" scheme funds businesses to revitalize vacant properties. Examples include a bagel shop and rooftop gym, boosting city activity. Council seeks more strategic action.

Brixton shop reopens as US firm drops legal action

Brixton shop reopens as US firm drops legal action

Brothers' Brixton clothing brand, started as a gift, faced legal dispute with a US company. Resolved amicably, they now support local charities.

Inside the race for Greenland's mineral wealth

Inside the race for Greenland's mineral wealth

Greenland has vast untapped minerals, attracting global interest, despite high mining costs and slow progress. Mining could boost independence.

Debt-stricken calls surge - but here's how to cope

Debt-stricken calls surge - but here's how to cope

UK debt helplines surged in Jan due to rising bills. People share debt journeys on social media. Charities urge action, offering free support & advice.

'We are not lazy' - Working from home criticism sparks anger

'We are not lazy' - Working from home criticism sparks anger

BBC received complaints after ex-bosses criticized remote work. Over 350 responded, mostly supporting it, citing health needs. Hybrid work is common, some prefer office.

UAE, World Economic Forum collaborate to establish the Global Regulatory Innovation Platform

UAE, World Economic Forum collaborate to establish the Global Regulatory Innovation Platform

UAE and WEF launch GRIP to foster regulatory innovation for tech advancements. Aims to create human-centered legislation and global cooperation.