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Norway billionaire Kjell Inge Roekke to give away 'lion's share'

He will start with a WWF-partnered research ship that will remove plastic waste from the ocean.{MBD} {IMAGE}

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UK manufacturing growth at three-year high, survey suggests

The sector saw stronger-than-expected activity last month, a survey suggests, as new orders surged.{MBD} {IMAGE}

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Volvic water recalled in Japan amid plastic fear

The distributor for the French brand says 3.7 million bottles are at risk from plastic contamination{MBD} {IMAGE}

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US screenwriters' strike averted

A deal has been struck between US writers and studios after talks aimed at securing better terms.{MBD} {IMAGE}

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BP profits helped by higher oil prices

The energy giant returns to profit for first three months of the year, after a loss in 2016.{MBD} {IMAGE}

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Fyre Festival faces $100m 'Lord of the Flies' lawsuit

The organisers are accused of creating a "dangerous and panicked situation" for thousands of people.{MBD} {IMAGE}

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