A series of decisions to cut costs contributed to the BP oil spill disaster in the Gulf of Mexico, a US presidential panel has found.

A growing number of people are paying rent or mortgages with money borrowed on a credit card, the charity Shelter says.

Most global car executives do not see a reasonably priced electric vehicles being available in the next five years, a survey suggests.

Private sector pay could rise by more this year than in 2010, but is still likely to trail inflation, research suggests.

A committee of MPs raises "serious doubts" about the UK's ability to combat oil spills and warns taxpayers could pay for a spill.

Sudan needs to have greater transparency over its oil revenues to help preserve peace between north and south, according to a new report.

Starbucks unveils a new logo which it says indicates its intention to move beyond its core product.

UK retailers Mothercare and Clinton Cards issue profit warnings after the winter weather hit their businesses.