Warmer weather hits profits at British Gas owner
Savvy bill payers shopping around for fixed-tariff energy deals also dented earnings at British Gas.
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Reeves' borrowing rules 'need a rethink', claims IFS
The think tank suggests the chancellor's fiscal rules need to shift the focus from one key figure.
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Why there's no quick fix in sight for the problem of dazzling headlights
Road users say headlight glare is an issue - but experts warn a solution might not be straightforward.
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'We're still on edge': Toy firms look to US Supreme Court as tariffs hit profits
"You cannot go to sleep on this president," says one toymaker, of the ongoing uncertainty over trade policy.
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Zuckerberg defends Meta in landmark social media addiction trial
The billionaire boss said he "always" regretted not making faster progress to identify users under 13.
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The two farms in Senegal that supply many of the UK's vegetables
During winter in Britain fresh produce is sent by cargo ship from the West African nation every week.
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Etsy sells second-hand fashion app Depop to eBay for $1.2bn
The "pre-loved" fashion firm has been sold by Etsy just five years after it bought the firm.
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Tech firms will have 48 hours to remove abusive images under new law
The government is proposing that intimate image abuse should be treated more severely.
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Bill Gates pulls out of India's AI summit over Epstein files controversy
The Gates Foundation said the decision was made to "ensure the focus remains on the summit's key priorities".
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Pubs to open late for home nations World Cup knockout games
Football fans in the UK will be able to enjoy an extra round at the pub thanks to new rules during the men's World Cup.
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Trump adviser calls for Fed economists to be 'disciplined'
Kevin Hassett criticised a New York Fed study into tariffs and the impact on US firms and consumers.
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Lower fuel prices and airfares help drive inflation down
The rate at which prices are rising is slowing down, which could lead to lower interest rates.
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Plan to increase youth minimum wage could be delayed
Government sources tell BBC News they could slow down plans to make minimum wage equal across age groups.
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Illegal skin lightening cream being sold in UK butchers, watchdog warns
A trade body has warned illegal skin bleaching products are being sold in an increasingly wide range of places.
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'Check your payslip' warns nurse who overpaid nearly £3k in tax
Gemma Belby says she only found she was paying "double tax" after chatting with her colleagues.
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Defence giant BAE hails record sales as workers remain on strike
Defence company BAE has increased payouts to investors after its sales increased but staff in Lancashire have walked out over stalled pay talks
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'I do not trust them' - top streamers left concerned by Discord age checks
The platform's plan to roll out global age checks has caused concern in streaming communities.
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'The search is soul-destroying': Young jobseekers on the struggle to find work
People aged between 16 and 24 are bearing the brunt of a weak employment market, figures show.
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Reform plans to keep UK's budget watchdog
Robert Jenrick promises to reform the OBR, rather than abolish it, in a move to reassure financial markets.
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I invested £12,000 in Brewdog - I think I've lost it all
More than 200,000 people bought Equity for Punks shares in the craft brewer but many now believe they are worthless.
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Shein under EU investigation over childlike sex dolls
Europe is examining whether the fast fashion giant breached the Digital Services Act.
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UK unemployment hits highest rate for nearly five years
It marks the highest rate since the Covid pandemic, official figures show.
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Bayer offers $7.25bn to settle weedkiller cancer claims
The company has faced years of legal battles over Roundup, a weedkiller made by Monsanto.
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Calculator: How will freeze on tax thresholds hit your take-home pay?
Wages have been rising faster than prices but you could pay more tax because of frozen thresholds.
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Royal Mail given two weeks to respond to claims it is prioritising parcels
MPs have raised "significant concerns" about reports of "failures in service" at the company.
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Dual nationals face scramble for UK passports as new rules come into force
Entry requirements to the UK for dual nationals are being overhauled as part of sweeping changes to the immigration system.
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Hyatt Hotels chairman steps down over Jeffrey Epstein ties
Billionaire Thomas Pritzker said he had exercised "terrible judgement" in keeping contact with Epstein.
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Reddit's human content wins amid the AI flood
Reddit says its human contributors are valued amid an internet awash with AI-generated content.
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Trump eyes Venezuela visit – but obstacles to his oil plan remain
The US president wants American energy firms to start extracting the crude but they are reluctant.
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Get a grip: Robotics firms struggle to develop hands
Developing a durable and affordable hand is one of the biggest challenges in robotics.
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Who is billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe and how did he make his money?
The industrialist and Manchester United co-owner has apologised over comments he made about immigration.
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The US economy is growing - so where are all the jobs?
As hiring rates and job openings drop, some worry a tough job market could be here to stay.
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The Dutch love four-day working weeks, but are they sustainable?
The Netherlands has the lowest working hours in Europe, but some say it is harming its economy.
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Why food fraud persists, even with improving tech
Even with sophisticated technology it is still difficult to detect fake foods.
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Netflix and Paramount are battling for Warner Bros. Who is likely to win?
What to know about the two firms' blockbuster battle to control Warner Bros Discovery.
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How £50m 'fish disco' could save farmland
Innovative tech scares fish away from nuclear cooling pipes.
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Plane makers chase Asia's super-rich with luxe new private jets
Parts of the aviation industry are shifting towards wealthy customers and selling a more luxurious type of international travel.
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Warmer weather hits profits at British Gas owner
Savvy bill payers shopping around for fixed-tariff energy deals also dented earnings at British Gas.
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Are UK interest rates expected to fall soon?
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
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Why are UK prices still rising?
UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.
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Lower food and fuel prices drive inflation down to 3%
The rate at which prices are rising is slowing down, which could lead to lower interest rates.
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Rise in tax-free pay allowance 'totally positive'
The Local Economy Forum welcomes a £2,250 rise in the personal allowance on the Isle of Man.
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The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse
There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?
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Why the railways often seem to be in such chaos over Christmas
Parts of Britain’s rail network will close for engineering work over the festive period - but is that the right time to do it?
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Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour?
Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.
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Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful?
Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"
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The curious case of why Poundland is struggling during a cost-of-living crisis
Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?
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Why youth unemployment is rising
Unemployment in the UK rose to its highest rate in nearly five years at the end of 2025
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Why you should consider switching bank accounts
Martin Lewis explains why now might be a good time to think about changing your bank account.
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Thousands queue as beauty store arrives on island of Ireland
Almost 2,000 people joined the queue for the opening of a new store in Belfast this morning.
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The Bottom Line
Why do private landlords attract so much criticism – and how fair is it?
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Kids can be the harshest critics…
The candidates test their story on a group of kids.
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