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But the rate of closure is slowing because of cuts to business rates, new research suggests.

It put its airline up for sale in February, but suitors have also expressed interest in the whole company.

A list of all-too-predictable choices for breached accounts includes 123456 and "Liverpool".

You might never see them, but restaurant kitchens would grind to a halt without pot washers.

Fraudsters send fake messages during the tax rebate period, the government warns.

The firm wants an investigation into how rail franchise bid documents were sent to a rival.

The tabloid has been embroiled in recent high-profile scandals involving Donald Trump and Jeff Bezos.

Electric truck maker Rivian attracts attention on social media, from investors and even celebrities. But at the New York Auto Show the boss says the firm's about more than hype.

The rising cost and sophistication of veterinary treatments is pushing up the size of claims.

Shares surge in the online scrapbook company as it floats on the New York Stock Exchange.

He says it is "time to move on" following the takeover of the struggling retailer by its lenders.

The oil and gas giant sells its North Sea assets to private equity-based Chrysaor for £2bn.

Sales grew well ahead of expectations last month, hitting the fastest annual pace since October 2016.

The social network was grabbing email contacts of some new users for almost three years, it says.

The partial retreat from China comes as the US tech giant battles tough competition from local rivals.

The prominent Indian airline has run out of cash and suspended all its flights.

The online scrapbook firm will sell its shares at $19 when it lists on the New York Stock Exchange.

Two women share their stories of juggling senior jobs and being home carers.

Automation could wipe out many jobs in developing countries, says globalisation expert Ian Goldin.

Figures show HS2 has bought over 900 properties that could be affected by the high-speed rail route.