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'Wicked' tallies $19 million in previews, as 'Gladiator II' team-up heads for $200 million opening weekend

"Wicked" and "Gladiator II" arrive ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday and are expected to tally more than $200 million in combined ticket sales.

Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos Exchange Posts About Trump on X

The world’s two richest men are longtime business rivals, but now one of them has the ear of the next president of the United States.

What Elon Musk Needs From China

From electric cars to solar panels, Mr. Musk has built businesses in high-tech manufacturing sectors now targeted by Beijing for Chinese dominance.

Caitlin Clark joins NWSL ownership group bidding to bring soccer team to Cincinnati

Caitlin Clark has joined an ownership group looking to bring the 16th National Women's Soccer League team to Cincinnati, Ohio.

Amazon Invests $4 Billion in Anthropic, Deepening Its A.I. Ties

Since last September, the tech giant has pumped $8 billion into the artificial intelligence start-up, a sign of intense competition in developing tools that are reshaping the tech sector.

Thanksgiving Travel Tips: How to Survive Flights and Car Rentals

The busiest travel period of the year can be daunting, but we’ve got tips to help minimize the stress, at the airport and on the road.

Why Trump Allies Say Immigration Hurts American Workers

JD Vance and others on the “new right” say limiting immigration will raise wages and give jobs to sidelined Americans. Many studies suggest otherwise.

How the world's 431 women billionaires make, spend and give away their fortunes

Women are more likely to emphasize a philanthropic focus on nonprofit and social organizations.

From Fox News to The Real World, Trump Recruits From the Small Screen

The president-elect is rounding out his second administration with television stars.

'I have no money': Thousands of Americans see their savings vanish in Synapse fintech crisis

CNBC spoke to a dozen customers caught in the Synapse fintech predicament, people who are owed sums ranging from $7,000 to well over $200,000.

Gap shares surge as it raises guidance, touts 'strong start' to holiday

Gap said Old Navy's sales fell after hurricanes led to store closures and warm weather deterred sales in its kids category.

High-Yield Savings Accounts Are Still a Good Deal

Interest rates have been falling, but deposits are earning more than inflation.

NHL great Wayne Gretzky says Alex Ovechkin has been 'exceptional' for hockey as he nears goals record

Gretzky spoke about the state of the NHL and Ovechkin's pursuit of his all-time goals record.

CFPB expands oversight of digital payments services including Apple Pay, Cash App, PayPal and Zelle

The most popular apps covered by the rule collectively process more than 13 billion consumer payments a year, the CFPB said.

Yelloh, Formerly Schwan’s Home Delivery, Closes

Yelloh has parked its fleet of refrigerated trucks. Its downfall, accelerated by a disastrous rebranding, was decades in the making and probably inevitable, experts say.

What Bondi Might Do as Attorney General

Donald Trump’s new pick to lead the Justice Department fought to overturn the Affordable Care Act, and has lobbied for Amazon, Uber and General Motors.

China urges ‘positive dialogue’ with US as Trump’s threatened tariffs loom large

Deputy commerce minister also warns of tariffs’ adverse effects on the country imposing them, while pointing to China’s economic ‘resilience’ in face of external shocks.

Dozens of retailers jacked up interest rates on store cards ahead of Fed cuts

Dozens of retailers, including Macy's, Gap and TJ Maxx, increased APRs on their store credit cards before the Federal Reserve cut rates, padding their profits.

Spain Looks to Grant Residency to Nearly 1 Million Migrants

The government said new rules could give legal status — and work permits — to about 300,000 people a year over the next three years to address gaps in the labor market.

People told to shop around as energy bills rise

Someone paying by direct debit and using a typical amount of energy will pay £21 more a year from January.

Shop sales in surprise fall as Budget fears hit spending

Sales volumes fell by more than expected in October with clothing stores having a "notably poor" month.

The High Risk, High Reward Trump Market

Faced with unconventional and disruptive proposals, investors are figuring out how to place their bets.

Logging Is the Deadliest Job, but Still an Oregon Way of Life

Logging has long been a way of life for rural communities in the Pacific Northwest and South. It also comes with grave risk.

How to Plan a Family Heritage Trip

Online tools are helping Americans travel abroad to discover their ancestry, seek out relatives and obtain documentation for dual citizenship. Here are tips for your journey.

China hits jackpot with discovery of ‘massive’ gold reserves in Hunan

The US$80 billion hoard is the latest fruit of China’s drive to find new domestic precious minerals reserves.

Gary Gensler to leave role as SEC chairman

Donald Trump revealed plans to sack Mr Gensler on "day one" of his new administration.

Development finance veteran urges multilateral response to Trump challenges

Former World Bank vice-president Zhu Xian says China needs to engage with all possible international stakeholders.

Temu owner's shares slump as China slowdown hits sales

US-listed shares of the e-commerce giant fell nearly 11% on Thursday following the announcement.

Automakers Want Trump to Keep Federal E.V. Regulations in Place

Donald J. Trump promised to erase Biden tailpipe rules that are designed to get carmakers to produce E.V.s. But Detroit wants to keep them.

China’s Hacking Reached Deep Into U.S. Telecoms

The chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee said hackers listened to phone calls and read texts by exploiting aging equipment and seams in the networks that connect systems.

Inside the Lobbying Career of Susie Wiles, Trump’s New Chief of Staff

Before managing the campaign of President-elect Donald J. Trump, Susie Wiles represented a tobacco company and a mining project, among others.

Self-made Indian billionaire faces biggest test after US fraud charges

The charges could jeopardise the ambitions of one of the world’s richest men, both at home and abroad.

Chinese EV makers face ‘do-or-die moment’ as competitive screws tighten

Only those that can sustain operations without external funding will stay in the race amid overcapacity and tariff woes, analysts say.

The superpowers of coatings make possible the impossible

Hi-tech coatings make all sorts of high performance engineering, like jet engines, possible.

Charged £720 to have a key cut - soaring bills drive leaseholders to breaking point

A BBC News investigation reveals multiple complaints about charges imposed by a major freeholder.

Chinese province makes labour pain relief pledge to ease childbirth jitters

Hainan says labour pain relief will be covered by public health insurance, part of broader plan to boost birth rates.

6 Airports in Northern Haiti Are Reopened to U.S. Flights

The Federal Aviation Administration said on Thursday it was allowing air traffic to resume at half a dozen airports in Haiti, but the country’s main flight hub in the capital would remain off limits.

How Google Spent 15 Years Concealing Its Internal Conversations

Trying to avoid antitrust suits, Google systematically told employees to destroy messages, avoid certain words and copy the lawyers as often as possible.

4 steps China can take to weather Trump’s tariffs

With the US poised to escalate the trade war, China must focus on boosting self-sufficiency and diversifying its options beyond the West.

Reddit Back After Tens of Thousands of Users Report a Second Outage

Reddit users reported having problems with the site two days in a row.

Truth Social Owner May Develop Crypto Platform Called TruthFi

The parent company of Truth Social filed a trademark application for a crypto payment service it called TruthFi.

Leasehold reforms set out amid concerns over delays

Campaigners say the overhaul is welcome but will not come fast enough to help existing leaseholds.

Northvolt, Europe’s Hope for a Battery Champion, Files for Bankruptcy

The company’s woes are symptomatic of a wider malaise among companies that make batteries for electric vehicles.

Reg Murphy, Newspaper Editor Whose Kidnapping Made Headlines, Dies at 90

He made his mark on newspapers in Atlanta, San Francisco and Baltimore, but may be best known for having been abducted in Atlanta in 1974.

SailGP signs Rolex as first title partner of its global sailing competition

SailGP's global championship features a dozen national teams battling in identical high-tech, high-speed 50-foot foiling catamarans.

Crypto investor pays $6 million for a banana — and plans to eat it

Sotheby's auctioned off the infamous piece of work titled "Comedian," created by Italian artist and cultural prankster Maurizio Cattelan.

US Proposes Forcing Google to Sell Chrome to Fix Search Monopoly

In a landmark antitrust case, the government asked a judge to force the company to sell its popular Chrome browser.

Eli Manning, Derek Jeter, Jimmy Fallon join TGL New York Golf Club investor group

TGL is the new primetime, high-tech golf league launched by Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy and Golf Channel executive Mike McCarley.

How a Trump Presidency Might Affect Benefits for Gay Couples

Readers had concerns about whether same-sex married couples and their protections would face new risks during a second Trump term.

How to Use Bluesky If You’re Leaving X

The apps look and feel similar. Here is how to use Bluesky and what you might miss from X.

Bribery Charges Against Gautam Adani Strike at Heart of Modi’s India

The U.S. indictment names Gautam Adani, one of India’s richest businessmen, but it points to an even bigger target: how business is done there.

Delta CEO says Trump administration's approach to regulation could be 'breath of fresh air'

Delta CEO Ed Bastian said the Trump administration could address governmental "overreach" in regulation.

Home sales surged in October, just before mortgage rates jumped

Sales were 2.9% higher than October of last year, marking the first annual increase in over three years.

Archegos Founder Bill Hwang Is Sentenced to 18 Years

Mr. Hwang was convicted in July for his role in the collapse of his investment firm that caused roughly $10 billion in losses for several Wall Street banks.

China races to stockpile US chips before Trump ramps up sanctions

As more US tech curbs look likely in second Trump term, China’s imports of made-in-America integrated circuits have surged by 60 per cent.

New York City FC, Etihad Airways agree to 20-year naming rights deal for new MLS stadium

New York City FC and Etihad Airways have agreed to a 20-year exclusive naming rights deal for its new stadium.

Temu owner PDD sees 10% plunge in pre-market trading despite 44% revenue growth

PDD’s results, including a 66 per cent jump in net revenue, outperformed rivals, but it did not allay investor concerns amid e-commerce competition.

Thousands of PayPal customers report brief outage

The online payment company says a brief technical issue has now been resolved.

An advanced degree in China? Think again, students say, as exam numbers plunge

China’s graduate entrance examination is not seen as the golden ticket to employment that it once was.

Thames, Yorkshire and Welsh Water blocked from using customer money for bonuses

The regulator Ofwat's new powers prevent bonuses being funded from customer bills.

Dissecting the DOGE Playbook

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have unveiled their first plans to trim government spending, a blueprint that mirrors how the tech mogul cut costs at Twitter.

Public sector pay deals help drive up UK borrowing

Borrowing was £17.4bn last month, the second highest October figure since monthly records began in 1993.

US charges Indian billionaire Gautam Adani with fraud

The Adani Group has denied the allegations of bribery and fraud, calling them "baseless".

Bluesky chief doesn't know age limit for platform

Jay Graber wrongly said you needed to be 18 to use Bluesky, when the actual age limit is 13.

Liverpool Street remains busiest station in UK

The increased use of the Elizabeth line has led to a rise in people using the station, data shows.

China unveils plan to guide exporters through tempestuous trade waters

With more external barriers to trade likely to come, China’s commerce ministry announces nine-point plan to aid exporters in tough climate.

Amid talk of stake sale, Starbucks seeks ‘strategic partnership’ in China to regain perk

Starbucks is ‘working to find the best path to growth, which includes exploring strategic partnerships’, according to a statement.

Sell Chrome to end search monopoly, Google told

The tech giant is resisting fiercely, calling the proposal "wildly overbroad" and claiming it will hurt consumers.

Car finance mis-selling complaints face year's delay

Regulators want to give more time to car dealers potentially facing a deluge of mis-selling claims.

Denied Boarding While Pregnant: What Are Your Rights?

The policy of La Compagnie, which was not posted online, required a doctor’s note for anyone more than 28 weeks pregnant. A last-minute midwife’s letter would not do.

China warns overheated solar industry to cool the competition, curb backlash

Revised ministry guidance serves to pour cold water on a photovoltaic sector that is rife with overcapacity concerns.

Hennessy Workers Strike Over Plans to Bottle Cognac in China

The walkout in France is the latest development in a simmering trade war between Europe and China.

China’s consumption stimulus debate reignites with no clear answer

Better social welfare could increase financial security and encourage spending, while cash handouts could quickly lift consumption, economists say.

How High School Graduates Can Improve Their Earnings Potential

New research shows that 73 “launchpad jobs” can help those without a four-year college degree advance and achieve higher pay.

How family firms could be affected by Budget tax rises

Farmers have dominated the debate over changes to inheritance tax – but the issue is much wider than that.

Archegos boss sentenced to prison over massive fraud

Hwang was found guilty of fraud in a case that cost Wall Street banks billions of dollars in losses.

Tom’s of Maine Toothpaste Found to Have Bacteria During Inspection, F.D.A. Warns

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning letter, but not a recall, after microorganisms were found in water samples and finished toothpaste products.

Hyundai reveals all-electric Ioniq 9 three-row SUV

Hyundai Motor's newest all-electric vehicle is the 2026 Ioniq 9 SUV a three-row, up to seven-passenger SUV for the U.S. market.

Is nuclear power gaining new energy?

Countries around the world are building new nuclear power stations.

China’s reforms should target ‘competitive’ state-ruled sectors: senior economic official

Han Wenxiu also stressed the need for breaking down market access barriers and the development of the private sector to advance Chinese-style modernisation.

McDonald's preparing a 2025 'McValue' offering

In its most recent quarter, McDonald's reported earnings and revenue that topped expectations, but saw its same-store sales fall globally by 1.5%.

Comcast's cable network spinoff may be a signal to the media industry for necessary change

Comcast may be proceeding with a transaction as a signal to the rest of the media industry that consolidation is necessary.

Target shares plunge 21% after discounter cuts forecast, posts biggest earnings miss in two years

Target missed on earnings and revenue even as it cut prices on thousands of items, including milk, diapers and toys, to try to attract discerning shoppers.

American Airlines to shame boarding line cutters with new technology

American Airlines plans to roll out the new technology to 100 airports across the country.

Target Stock Plunges After Weak Earnings Report Ahead of Holiday Season

The retailer’s downbeat earnings report, which included lower profit and larger inventory, fell far short of Wall Street’s expectations.

Utah Hockey Club is beefing up Salt Lake City's roster as a sports hub

The NHL's Utah Hockey Club is solidifying Salt Lake City as the next sports hub, with the help of a fast-growing economy and tech billionaire Ryan Smith.

Comcast to spin off cable networks as subscribers flee the bundle

Comcast on Wednesday announced the spinoff of its cable networks, including CNBC, MSNBC and E!.

Gary Wang, a Top FTX Executive, Is Given No Prison Time

Mr. Wang is the last close colleague of the FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried to be sentenced for the fraud that caused the crypto exchange to collapse in 2022.

Comcast to Spin Off MSNBC, CNBC and Other Cable Networks

The new publicly traded company is set to debut next year, with a bundle of channels that also includes Oxygen, E! and Syfy.

What Trump’s Return Could Mean for Animals

A second Trump administration could alter the lives of all sorts of animals, whether they live in laboratories, zoos, fields or forests.

How Howard Lutnick Could Shake Up Global Trade

President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to run the Commerce Department would have a big say on American industrial policy and tariffs.

Delta expects higher profits thanks to high-end travel and 'resilient economy'

Delta, the most profitable U.S. airline, expects to expand capacity by no more than 4% year-over-year in 2025.

Ford to Cut 4,000 Jobs in Europe as Electric Vehicle Sales Slow

The American automaker said the cost-cutting measure would help it compete with Chinese rivals in the face of slowing demand for electric vehicles.

What to Know About Nvidia’s High-Stakes Earnings Report

Investors have high hopes for the chipmaker, the world’s most valuable company, which has enormous influence over the stock market.

More tenants could be excluded from Right to Buy

The government wants to address the loss of social housing, but critics say more action is needed.

TJ Maxx parent says holiday shopping is off to a 'strong start,' but its guidance tells another story

TJX Cos. is continuing to grow sales as competitors like Target and Macy's struggle to win over shoppers.

Cleveland launches formal bid for a WNBA team

The Cavs said Thursday they and Rock Entertainment Group had formally submitted a proposal for a WNBA expansion team.

The NHL has strict rules for how much teams can spend. Here's how it works

The NHL is one of two of the big four North American sports leagues with a hard salary cap.

How Donald Trump’s Presidency Could Impact Retirement Rules

Readers had questions about individual retirement accounts, distributions and access to brokerage accounts if they moved away from the U.S. Here are some answers.

A Travel Writer Remembers Arthur Frommer

The creator of the popular guidebook series, who recently died, not only democratized travel, but supported sustainable travel, before it got that name.

NHL looks beyond U.S., Canada for league growth

International expansion means more robust recruiting, a bigger audience and more revenue and sponsorship opportunities.

Ford cuts 800 jobs claiming weak demand for electric cars

The move is part of a wider restructuring programme, which will see 4,000 posts closed across Europe.

Faisal Islam: The cost-of-living crisis isn't over

Inflation is easing, but many people are still struggling to afford the basics.

CNBC's Official NHL Team Valuations 2024: Here's how the 32 franchises stack up

The average NHL team is worth $1.92 billion, and recent transactions are commanding revenue multiples that rival deals done in the MLB.

Four things the latest inflation figures tell us

The inflation rate has risen, putting pressure on people's finances and casting doubt on interest rate cuts.

Trump’s Treasury Challenge: A Pick Who Loves Tariffs Yet Calms Markets

The president-elect is considering a conflicting mix of qualities as he decides who will steer his economic agenda.

Wary of ‘vicious’ events, China makes migrant worker arrears a priority

Social harmony takes centre stage after high-profile killings, and China’s cabinet says the unpaid salaries of migrant labourers require political action.

E.On to pay £14.5m to customers after bill error

The energy supplier agrees to pay after it failed to issue credit to customers cancelling contracts.

Rising energy bills push inflation to highest for six months

Higher inflation pushes up the cost of living for households, and could mean that interest rates remain higher for longer.

Parents of Israeli Soldiers Struggle With Ethics of Freezing Sperm

In Israel, the military is now offering to preserve the sperm of soldiers killed in war. Parents and widows are struggling with the decision.

Chinese economist calls for balance between development, security in US rivalry

Zhang Ming of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences calls excessive focus on security over development a ‘trap’ worth avoiding.

Disney debuts its latest cruise ship, Treasure, as part of a plan to double its fleet by 2031

The Disney Treasure will make its maiden voyage in December, officially becoming the sixth ship in the company's cruise line.

Men buy more from Lidl middle aisle, says boss

Ryan McDonnell said the middle of Lidl had a “big male following”.

Northern Rail passengers hit out at 'rubbish' service

The struggling rail firm has come up with a plan to help it improve services.

SpaceX Starship Launch Ends With a Dramatic Water Landing

President-elect Donald J. Trump joined Elon Musk, as his company’s prototype moon and Mars rocket carried out a sixth test flight that showed a mix of progress and setbacks.

What makes China’s ultra-long ‘special bonds’ so special?

China has only issued its ultra-long-term government bonds in special circumstances – here’s why this year qualifies.

The Onion’s Bid to Buy Infowars, Alex Jones’s Site, Is Being Contested

A hearing is scheduled for Monday to review the auction process, which is being contested by a losing bidder associated with Alex Jones, the Infowars founder.

China’s retail rally in lower-tier locales tops big-city light spenders

People face less daunting financial pressures and lesser debt burdens in smaller Chinese cities, with relatively stable expectations about the future.

SpaceX completes sixth Starship flight, splashes down both booster and spacecraft

SpaceX launched its sixth Starship test flight to date on Tuesday.

At 17, She Just Passed the State Bar of California

Sophia Park is believed to be the youngest person to pass the California State Bar Exam, besting the previous record-holder: her older brother, Peter.

Five Ways R.F.K. Jr. Could Undermine Lifesaving Childhood Vaccines

If he is confirmed as H.H.S. secretary, the longtime vaccine critic would be in a position to change the government’s immunization recommendations and delay the development of new vaccines.

CVS, UnitedHealth, Cigna sue to block FTC case over insulin prices

The complaint is the latest move in a bitter legal fight between the U.S.'s three largest so-called pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, and the FTC.

How Trump’s Tax Cuts and Tariffs Could Turn Into Law

Republicans are juggling complex political and tactical questions as they plan their congressional agenda next year.

Trump Picks Howard Lutnick for Commerce Secretary

The billionaire executive and leader of President-elect Donald J. Trump’s transition team will be charged with promoting U.S. industry and overseeing technology controls on China.

Walmart Stock Rises on Strong Earnings Ahead of Holiday Shopping Season

The bellwether retailer reported higher-than-expected sales in its latest quarter and upgraded its forecast for the rest of the year.

Severing of Baltic Sea Cables Was ‘Sabotage,’ Germany Says

Germany’s defense minister said damage to two fiber-optic cables on the sea floor appeared deliberate, but a culprit was not known.

Brazilian envoy says Chinese new energy investments welcome

Brazilian diplomat says country’s ‘huge’ potential in new energy makes it an appealing venue for Chinese investment.

Is the Biden Administration Coming for Chrome?

The Justice Department is reportedly targeting Google’s web browser as its antitrust enforcers seek to cement a major win before Donald Trump takes office.

Baby boon: far-flung Chinese county splashes cash to boost births

Researcher questions where the money will come from, as well as the sustainability of subsidies amid China’s falling birth rate.

At COP29, Tourism Gets Its Day. How Has It Fared With Climate Goals?

The tourism industry will be officially recognized at COP29 on Wednesday. Industry leaders signed a climate accord in 2021 to make travel more sustainable, but the results so far are meager.

Amid property crisis, China must shift from ‘availability’ to ‘quality’, premier urges

Latest comments show how China’s leadership aims to ‘leverage technology’ and embrace modern advancements to fuel urbanisation drive and boost economy.

Robots Struggle to Match Warehouse Workers on ‘Really Hard’ Jobs

The machines can load and unload trucks, move goods and do other repetitive tasks but are stymied by some, like picking items from a pile.

China’s stimulus lifts tax revenue for first time this year after policy shift

China’s fiscal revenue rose by 5.5 per cent year on year in October, consolidating a turnaround in September.

Trump’s new China tariffs could give potent, brief boost to Southeast Asia

Though China tariffs would make factories in Vietnam or Thailand more appealing, analysts said other restrictions could wipe out those gains.

Chocolate makers stoke boom for Indian cocoa beans

India produces only a tiny fraction of the world's cocoa beans, but that could be changing.

SpaceX Starship’s Sonic Boom Creates Risk of Structural Damage, Test Finds

An independent researcher found that noise recorded miles away from the site of a recent test flight was equal to standing 200 feet from a Boeing 747 during takeoff.

What the Spirit Airlines Bankruptcy Could Mean for Travelers

Flights will still take off and travelers can keep booking tickets, the low-cost carrier said, as the company enters Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

‘Morning Joe’ Hosts Reveal Meeting With Trump at Mar-a-Lago

The MSNBC hosts Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough met with Donald Trump last week in Florida in an effort “to restart communications.”

Gold Watch, a Gift From Titanic Survivors, Sells for Nearly $2 Million

The gold watch was given to the captain of the Carpathia, the ship that responded to the Titanic’s distress call and rescued hundreds of people.

China’s vice-premier pushes trade resilience amid US tariff threat

He Lifeng also pushed for smart transition and integrated development of regional ports in Guangdong province on Sunday.

BYD to overtake Volkswagen ventures as China’s top producer amid surge in EV deliveries

BYD’s total deliveries have exceeded perennial leader Volkswagen’s volume this year through October.

China-Russia gas pipeline completed, set to power Shanghai by end of 2024

Final section of the east-route natural gas pipeline between China and Russia completed seven months ahead of schedule.

China’s youth-jobless rate hovers above 17% for fourth consecutive month

Unemployment rate for the 16 -24 age group, excluding students, stood at 17.1 per cent in October.

China to address world’s overcapacity concerns by cutting export-tax rebate

Move seen discouraging vicious low-price competition and outsized industry expansions, and Chinese manufacturer profits could take a hit.

China’s consumption key to future growth as Trump tariff threat looms, economist says

The country has moved on from a construction and property-driven model, according to Zhang Yansheng.

Low-altitude economy’s ambitions collide with lack of drone pilots

Training programmes becoming increasingly popular as more job opportunities open up for UAV operators.

China’s new drug approvals take market scale beyond US$13 billion as innovation picks up

China has already approved nearly thrice the number of innovative drugs than in the 13th five-year plan, Shanghai forum hears.

China’s lonely-heart crisis fuels a growing ‘companionship economy’

As Chinese society becomes more atomised, consumers devoid of human interaction are increasingly opening their wallets to stave off loneliness.

Second-generation boss charts new course for Chinese agribusiness

Liu Chang says her parents’ generation enjoyed more entrepreneurial advantages but companies can still find opportunities.

Social media skits encourage Americans to sip Chinese tea

American fan of Chinese crosstalk comedy finds that cultural connection helps attract customers to online teahouse.

China’s stimulus boosts retail sales, GDP hopes amid debt relief concerns: 5 China economy stories

October data shows retail sales improvement and easing unemployment, but concerns remain over Beijing’s stimulus efforts. Here are five economy stories.

China’s C919 order backlog raises urgency for foreign-part acquisitions, new suppliers

Officials hope to eventually source hi-tech plane components domestically to drive industrial self-sufficiency, but for now overseas producers are essential.

China’s first-wave tycoons are retiring. Are their kids ready to step up?

As China’s first-generation entrepreneurs reach old age, their companies grapple with succession dilemmas and a new business landscape.

China’s tax man is coming for live-streamers who evade taxes as local economies struggle

Huge fines are being imposed on high-profile internet celebrities and streaming hosts, as state authority says they must set a positive example for fans.

Former US trade official says China relations must ‘get back on track’

A former US Trade Representative lamented the state of US-China relations and called for restraint at a forum in Hong Kong.

Jobs at China’s foreign firms drop to 14-year low amid fears of further cuts

The number of people employed by foreign companies in China fell 15 per cent last year, dipping below 10 million for first time since 2009.

‘Little room for complacency’: 6 takeaways from China’s October economic data

China’s retail sales continued to improve in October following a raft of stimulus policies, but property investment remained a drag.

Could rare earth recycling relieve China of a trade trump card?

Harvesting and recycling rare earth minerals can be ramped up faster than new mines, new report says.

China’s new home prices slow 17-month decline after support measures kick in

Prices across 70 cities fell for the 17th month in October, but at a slower pace, suggesting support measures may be stabilising the market.

China’s stimulus lifts retail sales, GDP target hopes, but ‘decisive support’ urged

China’s retail sales continued to improve in October following the raft of stimulus policies, but property investment remained a drag.

Europe's flying taxi dreams falter as cash runs short

Makers of a new generation of European electric aircraft are struggling to raise money.

With China’s C919 flying high, factory visits aim to replicate Boeing’s branding success

Taking a page out of rivals’ playbooks, China’s Comac wants to turn its Shanghai plane factory into a tourism hotspot.

China-Russia trade set to hit new highs, but Trump factor, payments cloud outlook

US president-elect Donald Trump’s return and prolonged financial sanctions could complicate trade between Russia and China.

Chinese start-ups take the plunge to clean up in America’s backyards

Manufacturers of robotic pool cleaners seek to emulate China’s electric vehicle success story while keeping an eye on tariff threats.

China’s 10 millionth EV rolls out, as makers set sights on exports to digest overcapacity

Chinese EV makers have delivered 9.75 million units to mainland buyers between January and October, a year-on-year jump of 34 per cent.

China’s job market braces for record number of fresh graduates next year

Ministry estimates that number of university graduates next year will hit a record 12.22 million.

China’s luxury market loses shine as Bain study shows spending decline

China’s high-end consumers have had a tighter grip on their wallets this year, with study from Bain & Company showing less luxury spending.

Why Canada could become the next nuclear energy 'superpower'

With its rich resources, uranium mining companies want Canada to play a key role in fuelling nuclear reactors worldwide.

An energy efficient home - why is it so difficult?

It can be hard to find good advice on how to make homes more energy efficient.

'I was moderating hundreds of horrific and traumatising videos'

The BBC speaks to social media moderators, whose job it is to find and remove distressing and illegal content.

Are luxury beauty advent calendars a rip-off?

They can cost hundreds of pounds, but are these products actually worth the money?

Up close with the 300 tonne driverless trucks

Big mining firms are switching to driverless trucks and other autonomous equipment.

Moldova cleans up its act to attract foreign businesses

Deputy PM admits former Soviet state was until recently a 'highly corrupt country' - but insists things are changing fast.

Why colouring clothes has a big environmental impact

Start-up firms are looking for ways to dye clothes using less water and heat.

The environmental campaigners fighting against data centres

A growing global movement is seeing people object to data centres in their locality.

The house paints that promise much more than colour

Paints now promise to make your house cooler, warmer, or simply peel off.

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