NZ moves to contain Fonterra fallout
New Zealand's government steps up efforts to contain the fallout from a scare over contaminated products made by dairy giant Fonterra.
Australia cuts rates to record low
Australia's central bank cuts its benchmark interest rate to a new record low, in an attempt to spur a fresh wave of economic growth.
Sony rejects Loeb spin-off proposal
Sony rejects a proposal by one of its biggest shareholders, hedge fund Third Point, to spin off part of its entertainment division.
VIDEO: How India and China invest in Africa
How India and China often avoid direct competition in Africa, by focusing on differing aspects of countries' economies.
VIDEO: Fonterra responds to health scare
The world's biggest dairy producer Fonterra has responded quickly to a health scare that's seen some of the New Zealand company's products withdrawn in several markets.
VIDEO: Taking a taxi in London and Kampala
Taxis are transport options in most cities around the world, but how do they vary in price around the globe?
Pension gap widens at top companies
The gap between assets and liabilities in big company pension scheme has widened, despite increased funding and rising share prices, a report says.
Wearable tech business revolution
How wearable technology could transform business
Smith backs changes on Rangers board
Walter Smith is urging Rangers fans to support boardroom changes after he steps down as chairman at Ibrox.
DIY digital camera snaps up sales
A US professor launches Bigshot, a build-it-yourself camera, in an effort to teach children how its underlying technologies work.
Plan to turn empty shops into houses
The UK government is launching a proposal to make it easier to turn empty High Street shops into homes.
VIDEO: UK service sector figures explained
The UK's services sector has expanded at its fastest pace since December 2006, a survey has indicated.