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Network Rail boss forgoes bonus

Network Rail bosses, including chief executive Sir David Higgins, say they will not accept bonuses this year amid growing political pressure.

Borrowers 'shunning credit cards'

Demand for credit cards is "feeling the strain" as UK borrowers turn to other forms of finance, a report suggests.

Gas price rises as freeze bites

The price of gas in the UK hits its highest level for five years as below-freezing temperatures lead to a surge in demand across Europe.

Delay in Greece bailout meeting

Government talks in Greece to try to agree new austerity measures needed to secure bailout funds and avoid defaulting on its debts, are delayed.

Tesco Bank delays account launch

Tesco Bank is not expected to launch its current account until next year in order to take advantage of new rules.

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Ofcom wants Openreach price cut

Telecoms regulator Ofcom tells BT Group to cut the wholesale prices it charges for use of its lines

New headphones find the right ear

Researchers develop headphones which can detect which speaker is in which ear, to provide the correct audio stream.

Transplant jaw made by 3D printer

An 83-year-old woman is fitted with a jaw made by a 3D printer in what doctors say is the first operation of its kind.

Acta protests spread over Europe

Dozens of protests are planned across Europe in opposition to the controversial Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement.

Web firms remove India material

Facebook and Google tell a court in India they have complied with an order to remove "objectionable" material, amid ongoing legal moves on censorship.