Madoff fraud victims get $4.3bn as fund completes payouts

Victims of one of the biggest frauds in US history set to recover more than 90% of proven losses.

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What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed?

If you face disruption because flights are cancelled or delayed you could be entitled to help.

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Kenya's celebrated coffee under threat as farmers hit by climate change

Growers find that the changing climate is having a big impact on the size of their harvests.

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Starmer asks UK regulators for ideas to boost growth

The prime minister writes to regulators including Ofgem and Ofwat for ideas to boost economic growth.

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India's architect of economic reform dies at 92

Manmohan Singh was instrumental in bringing India out of economic and nuclear isolation.

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Car industry consulted over 2030 petrol and diesel ban

The government says it will "restore clarity" for vehicle manufacturers and the charging industry.

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American Airlines resumes flights after technical issue

Flights were suspended for around an hour due to an issue that impacted the systems needed to release its planes.

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'It's still in shambles': Can Boeing come back from crisis

Safety issues with the Boeing 737 Max and mass employee strikes made for a challenging 2024.

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Morrisons Christmas delays extend to second day

The supermarket says its systems are back to normal after pre-Christmas chaos on Monday.

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UK economy had zero growth between July and September

The downward revision will be a blow to Labour which has made boosting the economy its top priority.

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Shoppers shunning High Street, early Boxing Day figures show

Boxing Day shoppers are staying away from the High Street and shopping centres compared with last year, early footfall data suggests.

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American Airlines resumes flights after technical issue

Flights were suspended for around an hour due to an issue that impacted the systems needed to release its planes.

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Cadbury loses royal warrant after 170 years

The British chocolate maker says it is disappointed to be stripped of the endorsement.

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'Worst place I've lived': Vulnerable left in unsafe homes

Vulnerable people have been left living in homes which have been deemed unsafe, the BBC has discovered.

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Honda and Nissan join forces to take on China in cars

The two want to strengthen their offerings in the face of Chinese competition in the electric vehicle sector.

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Cadbury loses royal warrant after 170 years

The British chocolate maker is no longer listed among the 2024 warrants issued by King Charles.

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Morrisons customers complain loyalty card discounts not working

The supermarket has been advertising cheap deals, including 10p vegetables, ahead of Christmas.

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Valencians struggling to recover from devastating floods

The Spanish region was badly hit by flooding in October, and the clean up is far from over.

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Google suggests fixes to its search monopoly

Google proposed new limits after a judge ruled Google illegally crushed competition in search.

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Starbucks baristas launch strike in US, union says

It follows calls from the Workers United union for higher pay and better conditions for Starbucks baristas.

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N Korea hackers stole $1.3bn of crypto this year - report

Some incidents may be linked to North Korean IT workers infiltrating tech firms, according to research firm Chainalysis.

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Hampshire water outage likely to last until weekend

Some 58,000 properties have been affected by an outage after a fault at a water supply works.

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Jaguar Land Rover electric car whistleblower sacked

Mechanical engineer Hazar Denli lost his job after publishing online concerns about an electric car.

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Avanti West Coast staff to strike on New Year's Eve

Train managers at Avanti will now walk out on New Year's Eve and 2 January, as well as every Sunday from 12 January to 25 May.

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Trump meets TikTok CEO as ban deadline looms

The social media giant is currently seeking to delay a law that would see it banned or sold in early 2025.

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Alan Bates hopes 'real baddies' are held to account

Bates hopes sub-postmasters can get closure as the inquiry's evidence hearings come to an end.

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'I've carried out more than 50 citizen's arrests'

Shopkeepers in Devon and Cornwall describe confronting criminals amid a retail crime wave.

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Falling job vacancies may signal recession, recruiter warns

Firms were "spooked" by Budget and are rethinking hiring, says recruitment firm boss.

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UK joins Asia's trade club - but what is CPTPP?

It may look like an official has leant on their keyboard - but it's an acronym we'll hear more often.

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UK 'doesn't have enough builders' for Labour's 1.5m homes

Builders and developers say reforms are needed to recruit more tradespeople to build the homes being promised.

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Royal Mail fined £10.5m for missing delivery targets

It is the second year in a row the company has been fined by the regulator for poor delivery performance.

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Avanti West Coast strike at Christmas called off

Train managers will vote on a revised offer from the company in a dispute over working arrangements.

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Founder of fashion chain Mango dies in accident aged 71

The company's CEO says its founder Isak Andic died in an accident on Saturday.

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'Train phone snatcher stole £21,000 from my bank apps'

Niall fell victim to theft while on a train and police data shows a rise in reports of these crimes.

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Woman awarded £36k over Christmas party harassment

A woman who works for the Human Rights Commission complained about "unwanted physical contact".

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Europe's economy falters as Trump presidency looms

The European economy is going to have a tough few years, if new forecasts are correct.

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Steven Bartlett sharing harmful health misinformation in Diary of CEO podcast

Disproven health claims are accepted with little challenge by host on number one podcast, BBC investigation finds.

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'I'm more confident' despite rise in US inflation

Progress stabilising prices in the US may be stalling, just as public opinion brightens.

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Elon Musk's Tesla lobbied UK to charge petrol drivers more

Musk's firm backed the government's green stance, despite its maverick chief executive's social media attacks.

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Coffee price surges to highest on record

Coffee drinkers are set to feel the pinch from high prices after crops got hit by drought and heavy rainfall.

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Car loan scandal victims told to complain

Aggrieved car buyers who feel they were mis-sold a loan should complain to their lender, MPs hear.

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Rachel Reeves signals wider reset of EU relations

Labour has ruled out rejoining the EU but may be open to alignment on areas such as farm and food exports.

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Renishaw founder and Concorde engineer dies

The company co-founded by Sir David McMurtry now employs more than 5,000 people.

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China launches Nvidia probe as chip war rumbles on

It follows Washington's recent decision to further restrict sales to chip equipment makers in China.

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How Jaguar lost its way - long before that polarising advert

What is really happening behind the scenes at the car brand

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Planning reforms will end development chaos, says Rayner

Officials will be able to rubberstamp development plans without local authority permission under the changes.

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How Jaguar lost its way - long before that controversial advert

What is really happening behind the scenes at the car brand

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Average house price hits record high of £298,083

The UK's largest mortgage lender said the average house price hit £298,083 last month.

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Is AI any good at choosing gifts?

With vast amounts of data do draw on, AI should be able to come up with good gift ideas, but does it?

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New photos released as NYPD hunt insurance boss killer

Police are still working to determine a motive in the slaying of insurance executive Brian Thompson.

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Union threatens turkey shortage this Christmas

The Unite union says its pay dispute could result in 'empty tables this Christmas'.

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Bitcoin surges past $100k for first time

Its record price is making headlines - but that's just one part of the cryptocurrency's tumultuous story.

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Should you pay more for parking if you have a big car?

Some councils are considering charging owners of larger vehicles more for parking permits.

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House prices surprise with fastest rise for two years

The price of a typical UK home rose by 3.7%, says Nationwide, despite "stretched" affordability.

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Reactor installed at UK's newest nuclear power station

The nuclear power plant is the first to be built in the UK for 30 years.

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Stellantis boss abruptly quits in boardroom clash

Carlos Tavares will leave immediately, days after announcing plans to close a Vauxhall plant in Luton

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Oldest Post Office victim offered a third of payout

91-year-old Betty Brown says she's been offered less than a third of what she had claimed in compensation.

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Shared parental leave ‘failing working families’

The government is reviewing the policy but campaigners say the current system is "broken".

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Ultra-long mortgages push buyers past retirement

Two in five new mortgages have terms that will see homeowners still making payments in retirement.

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Spain hotel check-in delay fears as new data rules begin

A new law requiring hotels and car hire firms to send customer data to the government starts on Monday.

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'I got quick cash in my account but it was too good to be true'

Criminals are conning young people into using their bank accounts to launder money, fraud experts say.

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Top-selling mobile games break rules on loot boxes

Ads for games are meant to say if they contain loot boxes - BBC News has found most do not.

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Pension credit applications rise after cut in winter fuel payments

A big jump in pensioners applying for the means-tested benefit came after ministers limited winter fuel payments.

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Uber probed by US regulator over subscription plan

The ride-hailing giant says it received inquiries from the FTC about Uber One cancellation procedures.

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'It's so easy to lie': A fifth of children use fake age on social media

The regulator finds a fifth of children are pretending to be adults, potentially exposing them to harm.

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AI spurs 'revolution' for some visually impaired people

AI services that can describe pictures and scenes are helping the visually impaired.

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Youth to get 'guaranteed' training in jobs overhaul

The government wants more young people in work as it aims to boost the overall employment rate.

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MPs brand UK financial regulator 'incompetent'

A report by a group of MPs and peers called for the Financial Conduct Authority to be overhauled.

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Macy's employee hid more than $130m in delivery expenses

An employee "intentionally" concealed expenses related to package deliveries, the retailer says.

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Barclays fined £40m over 'reckless' Qatar fundraising

The UK's financial watchdog says investors did not have all the information they should have had.

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What are my rights if my home is flooded?

Your rights explained as residents and businesses count the cost of flood damage.

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Wales tourism tax plans to be published

Visitors might pay a charge when staying overnight in Wales under plans to be outlined later.

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'Trust and reserve judgement' on rebrand, says Jaguar

The iconic carmaker's rebrand has certainly caught people's attention, but will it pay off?

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Spain fines budget airlines including Ryanair €179m

The government says charging for hand luggage and printing boarding passes at the airport are "abusive practices".

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'I was scammed out of £75k by Martin Lewis deepfake advert'

Des Healey lost £76,000 in a scam using a deepfake of Martin Lewis and Elon Musk.

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'We are being robbed': Homeowners feel trapped by rising fees

Residents say as costs surge basic maintenance and administrative duties are not being fulfilled.

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The superpowers of coatings make possible the impossible

Hi-tech coatings make all sorts of high performance engineering, like jet engines, possible.

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How family firms could be affected by Budget tax rises

Farmers have dominated the debate over changes to inheritance tax – but the issue is much wider than that.

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Temu owner's shares slump as China slowdown hits sales

US-listed shares of the e-commerce giant fell nearly 11% on Thursday following the announcement.

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Self-made Indian billionaire faces biggest test after US fraud charges

The charges could jeopardise the ambitions of one of the world’s richest men, both at home and abroad.

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Liverpool Street remains busiest station in UK

The increased use of the Elizabeth line has led to a rise in people using the station, data shows.

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More tenants could be excluded from Right to Buy

The government wants to address the loss of social housing, but critics say more action is needed.

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Archegos boss sentenced to prison over massive fraud

Hwang was found guilty of fraud in a case that cost Wall Street banks billions of dollars in losses.

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Shipping giant to move operations from major port

Maersk says it will stop using Felixstowe when its larger ships dock in the UK.

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Chocolate makers stoke boom for Indian cocoa beans

India produces only a tiny fraction of the world's cocoa beans, but that could be changing.

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UK's largest retailers warn Budget will lead to job cuts

Retail firms have written to the chancellor to say they cannot manage rising costs and tax bills.

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UK-India trade talks to re-launch in the new year

Sir Keir Starmer met Indian prime minister Narendra Modi at the G20 summit of global economic leaders.

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Seven-year-old gets job offer from Russian IT firm

The software company's boss said Sergey, who teaches coding in online videos, was "a kind of Mozart".

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'Record breaking' 60m homes watched Tyson vs Paul fight, Netflix says

But the streaming giant's first foray into live boxing was beset with technical glitches.

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'London-style' bus services promised for England with £1bn boost

The Department for Transport says funding will be allocated based on levels of deprivation and population.

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Billions at stake in court battle over North Sea oil

Lawyers and campaigners have made their arguments before Lord Ericht in Edinburgh this week.

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X users jump to Bluesky - but what is it and who owns it?

Bluesky is picking up one million new users every day at its current rate.

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UK economy barely grows with Budget fears blamed

The chancellor says she is "not satisfied" by the latest growth figures, which were weaker than expected.

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Typhoo Tea teeters on the brink of administration

The loss-making firm is attempting a turnaround amid a break-in and fire at its former factory.

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What is Rachel Reeves' plan for pension funds?

The chancellor says she wants to “fire up the UK’s economy” with a "Canadian-style" pensions model.

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The Onion buys Alex Jones's Infowars at auction

Infowars was auctioned as part of a defamation ruling after Jones falsely called the Sandy Hook School shooting a hoax.

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Car buyer payouts over loan scandal could be delayed

Regulators want to give more time to car dealers potentially facing a deluge of mis-selling claims.

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JD Sports boss warns prices will rise due to Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has said firms will have to absorb higher taxes through their profits.

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VW launches $5.8bn tie-up with Tesla rival Rivian

The firms will share EV technology as they face slowing demand and competition from Chinese rivals.

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Unemployment rises as pay growth slows again

The rate of unemployment stood at 4.3% in the three months to September, up from 4% the previous quarter.

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Energy smart meter issues creating north-south divide

Technology differences mean meters in northern England and Scotland may not work properly, energy firm body admits.

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Factory to make blades as part of £1bn deal

The deal secured by the Hull facility is for the East Anglia TWO project off the Suffolk coast.

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Are luxury beauty advent calendars a rip-off?

They can cost hundreds of pounds, but are these products actually worth the money?

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Mattel 'deeply regrets' porn site misprint on Wicked dolls

Recently-released dolls tied to the new Wicked movie inadvertently carry the address of an adult website.

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Trump tariffs could cost UK £22bn of exports

The UK could face a £22bn hit to its exports if Donald Trump carries out his tariff threats, researchers say.

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Up close with the 300 tonne driverless trucks

Big mining firms are switching to driverless trucks and other autonomous equipment.

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The Entertainer blames Budget tax rise for axing new shops

The toy retailer says higher costs have hit expansion and led to a hiring freeze at its head office.

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China is trying to fix its economy - Trump could derail those plans

Trump won the election on a platform of steep import taxes, including tariffs as high as 60% on China.

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Are luxury beauty advent calendars a rip-off?

They can cost hundreds of pounds, but are these products actually worth the money?

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Sainsbury's and M&S warn Budget may push up prices

A number of major firms have warned over the impact of higher National Insurance costs.

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US cuts interest rates as Trump election raises uncertainty

Donald Trump's plans for tax cuts and tariffs raise questions about much further the Fed might cut.

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Australia plans social media ban for under-16s

The government says it wants to mitigate the "harm" social media is inflicting on children.

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Asda to cut 475 jobs and reduce hybrid working

The retailer says it is restructuring the business amid a challenging market.

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Why colouring clothes has a big environmental impact

Start-up firms are looking for ways to dye clothes using less water and heat.

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Primark considers investing outside UK due to Budget

The chief executive is concerned that the High Street will "bear the weight" of tax rises.

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£15 jeans 'more durable' than £150 pair in tests

University of Leeds test clothes to advise fast fashion industry and results 'surprising'.

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Hunt for Bitcoin's elusive creator Satoshi Nakamoto hits another dead-end

Why are still no closer to unmasking the mysterious Satoshi Nakamoto?

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The environmental campaigners fighting against data centres

A growing global movement is seeing people object to data centres in their locality.

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The house paints that promise much more than colour

Paints now promise to make your house cooler, warmer, or simply peel off.

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Reeves 'not immune' to criticism over NI hike

The chancellor defends the rise in employer contributions telling BBC public finances had to be strengthened.

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US jobs growth slows sharply as election looms

Employers added 12,000 jobs in October, much lower than the 223,000 created in September, figures show.

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Value for Money tsar linked to string of overspends

David Goldstone has previously worked as an executive on the Olympics, Parliament's restoration and HS2.

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Six ways the Budget will affect you if you're under 25

Among the policies announced by the chancellor, some will have a direct impact on younger people.

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Boeing raises pay offer in bid to end seven-week strike

The union representing more than 30,000 striking workers endorsed the offer and will hold a ballot on Monday.

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US jobs growth slows as presidential election looms

Employers added 12,000 jobs in October, much lower than the 223,000 created in September, figures show.

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Workers warned Budget tax rises will hit their wages

Economists say tax rises in the Budget will mean employers have less to give as pay rises.

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Planned reform to child benefit scrapped

A planned move to a system where claims are based on household income, rather than an individual's, will not go ahead.

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Will mortgage rates fall? Your Budget questions answered

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced a raft of changes to taxes and spending in the Budget.

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Russia fines Google more money than there is in entire world

The mind-boggling figure has been levied due to the company restricting Russian state media on YouTube.

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'This catastrophic Budget will mean higher pub prices'

Hiking the amount employers pay in National Insurance, coupled with other cost rises, has sparked fury from businesses.

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What is NI and how much do workers and employers pay?

The government has announced an increase in the amount of National Insurance (NI) paid by employers.

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Starbucks drops olive oil coffees as it shakes up menu

The announcement comes less than a week after the company reported falling global sales.

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Budget: 'I can't afford to leave home on £1,500 a month'

People tell the BBC how much they earn and what they want from the Budget.

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Adidas ends 'fight' with Kanye West over antisemitism

The two collaborated on the Yeezy collection but cut ties due to the rapper's controversial comments.

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Bus fares to rise to £3 in England under new cap

The new limit replaces the existing £2 cap but some have criticised the decision.

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What is a 'working person', according to Labour

The government has promised not to raise taxes on "working people" in this Wednesday's Budget.

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McDonald's Quarter Pounder back after E. coli outbreak

The fast food giant said beef patty samples had tested negative for the bacteria.

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What is a 'working person', according to Labour

The government has promised not to raise taxes on "working people" in this Wednesday's Budget.

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No new freeports in Budget after 'comms cock-up'

The government mistakenly briefed that five new low-tax sites would be announced this week.

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Bus fares to rise to £3 in England under new cap

The new limit replaces the existing £2 cap but some have criticised the decision.

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'I can't run a business like this': Why the WordPress row matters

WordPress's tools are used by 40% of the world's websites, making this a spat with big consequences.

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No new freeports in Budget after 'comms cock-up'

The government mistakenly briefed that five new low-tax sites would be announced this week.

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No tax rises in payslips for 'working people', vows minister

Bridget Phillipson refused to say if a small business owner was a "working person" in an interview with the BBC, ahead of Wednesday's Budget.

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Microsoft boss gets 63% pay rise despite asking for reduction

Satya Nadella asked for a reduction because of cyber attacks the firm suffered - but still saw his earnings increase massively.

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The water industry is in crisis. Can it be fixed?

Simon Jack asks what reform of the troubled sector could mean for customers and their bills.

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Pub closure warning: Many landlords only make 12p a pint

The boss of Britain's biggest pubs group urges the chancellor to extend business rates relief.

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What we know about the McDonald's E. coli outbreak

Health officials are hunting for the source of 49 cases of e-coli poisoning, which includes one death.

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'Sorry' water boss has plan to end sewage spillages

Water UK chief apologises for the industry's performance as the sector faces a "root and branch" review.

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Budget deals struck with all departments, says Reeves

Despite reports of internal rifts all government departments have agreed spending settlements, Reeves says.

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Boeing-made satellite breaks up in space

The "total loss" of the communications satellite has affected Intelsat customers around the world.

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UK borrowing rises ahead of Budget

Official data shows borrowing - the difference between spending and tax take - reached £16.6bn last month.

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Blade Runner 2049 maker sues Musk over robotaxi images

Alcon Entertainment says it denied a request to use material from the film at the Tesla cybercab event.

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Harrods in the process of settling over 250 claims against Al Fayed

The store says the women alleging sexual misconduct against Mohamed Al Fayed came forward after a BBC documentary aired.

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Ministers explore handing Post Office to sub-postmasters

The proposal is in its early stages and is one of many under consideration, sources told the BBC.

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Who has to pay inheritance tax?

Inheritance tax is again creating political debate so how does it work and who pays?

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Debt rule to change to fund major projects

Government claims the move contrasts with former PM Liz Truss's controversial mini-Budget.

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Alleged Bitcoin hacker searched 'signs the FBI is after you'

A man from Georgia is alleged to be part of a group which hacked the US regulator's X account.

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China's economic slowdown deepens

Gross domestic product rose by 4.6% on a yearly basis, below Beijing's "around 5%" annual target.

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Meta fires staff for buying toothpaste, not lunch

Meta workers reportedly used vouchers that should have been spent on meals to buy household goods.

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Mental health patients could get job coach visits

Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall says trials of the idea have produced "dramatic results".

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Inside the £70k ‘mafia-style’ champagne shoplifting gang

A crime gang has stolen more than £70,000 of goods from UK supermarkets in 18 months, the BBC hears.

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London Tube drivers to strike over pay

London Underground drivers are set to strike on two days in November in a dispute over pay.

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Boeing seeks up to $35bn as costly strike drags on

The firm aims to secure the new funding as a walkout by more than 30,000 workers enters its second month.

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National Insurance fears spark business backlash

The government is facing criticism by businesses over a potential tax rise that would fall on employers.

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What is NI and how much do workers and employers pay?

Two National Insurance cuts came info effect in 2024, but many people are still paying more in tax.

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Warning National Insurance rise could hit jobs

The government is facing criticism by businesses over a tax rise that would fall on employers.

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American equal pay icon Lilly Ledbetter dies aged 86

Alabama woman's case led to law, signed by Barack Obama, that gave Americans more rights to sue for pay discrimination.

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Budget rule change could mean more money to build hospitals

Here is how the chancellor could choose to tweak the government's borrowing rules to free up more cash.

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Post Office scandal: Five things we learned from the boss

The quizzing of Post Office chief executive Nick Read this week produced some key revelations.

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Fines and convictions for minor mistakes - how rail tickets confuse passengers

Complex rules leave many customers feeling caught out and annoyed they aren't made clearer by rail companies.

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Port plan to go ahead after row over minister's comments

A £1bn investment will take place, despite a row with the owner of P&O Ferries, says the business secretary.

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Meet the team paid to break into top-secret bases

Hear from the team who test security by breaking into secure facilities.

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How a Budget rule change could mean fewer tax rises

Here is how the chancellor could choose to tweak the government's borrowing rules to free up more cash.

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P&O owner to attend summit despite row over minister's comments

It had been feared they might pull out after Transport Secretary Louise Haigh criticised the ferry firm and urged consumers to boycott the company.

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How China’s crackdown turned finance high-flyers into ‘rats’

Chinese authorities have been cracking down on businesses from real estate to technology to finance.

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Talks over £1bn UK port expansion ongoing after row

Reports have suggested the plan is at risk after comments made by Transport Secretary Louise Haigh.

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China detains iPhone maker workers in 'strange' case

The Taiwanese government suggested the detentions may be a case of "abuse of power" by Chinese police.

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Starbucks, Tetley, Jaguar Land Rover: Remembering Ratan Tata's global ambitions

The former Tata boss's audacious risk-taking saw his firm swallow up a host of iconic foreign brands.

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Indian tycoon Ratan Tata dies aged 86

His death was announced by the Tata Group, the multi-billion-dollar conglomerate he led for more than two decades.

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eBay to ban private e-bike sales over fire fears

The platform will clamp down on the sale of e-bikes and e-bike batteries in the UK from 31 October.

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Brazil lifts ban on Musk's X after it pays $5m fine

The country's Supreme Court made the order after the platform also blocked certain accounts.

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China stock rally fizzles as stimulus news disappoints

Shares fell back after a news conference by economic planners gave little in the way of details.

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How worried should I be about rising oil prices?

As the conflict across the Middle East widens, rising oil prices are being closely watched.

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Customers of failed crypto firm FTX set for refunds

The agreement will put an end to a saga that started when the firm went bankrupt in November 2022.

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Will NI get new electricity link from Scotland?

A decision on a new electricity link between Scotland and NI is expected later this month.

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TGI Fridays rescue deal saves over 2,000 UK jobs

Despite the deal, more 1,000 staff will be made redundant, with more than 30 restaurants closing.

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Firms urge mayor to rethink congestion charge plan

Ocado and the AA are among those to sign a letter, calling for the exemption to be kept for electric vans.

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Food rating lies exposed by BBC secret recording

A BBC investigation has exposed widespread deception in food hygiene ratings across east London.

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Surprise surge in new US jobs in September

The jump in hiring will ease fears of a downturn but raises questions over the path for interest rates.

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A 'painful' Autumn statement and a 'bright' Irish budget

With Ireland announcing a "hopeful" budget, the contrast with the looming UK budget is stark.

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'Botched insulation means mushrooms grow on my walls'

MPs and Citizens Advice urge the government to address regulation of the sector.

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US dockworkers suspend ports strike until January

The walkout threatened to plunge the holiday shopping season into turmoil and become an issue in next month's presidential election.

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Faisal Islam: Oil price rise comes at a critical point

Any extended rise raises the possibility of higher petrol prices and gas and electricity bills.

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Faisal Islam: Oil price rise comes at a critical point

Any extended rise in energy prices raises the possibility of higher petrol prices and energy bills.

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Toyota delays US electric car plans as sales slow

The Japanese car maker has become the latest industry giant to scale back its EV plans.

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OpenAI value surges to $157bn in funding deal

The deal makes the ChatGPT-maker one of the most valuable start-ups in the world.

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Workers must keep all customer tips under new law

Bosses must pass on all tips and service charges to staff under new employment rules.

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Sperm donor cash rises by £10 as UK faces shortage

The £10 rise comes into effect in England, Wales and Northern Ireland from 1 October.

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How does the energy price cap work?

Typical gas and electricity prices are rising by 10% in England, Scotland and Wales on 1 October.

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Post Office minister 'horrified' at more IT faults

A report says it is likely that Capture, which preceded the Horizon system, also caused shortfalls.

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Rates low for too long, says ex-Bank of England boss

Lord Mervyn King says inflation has now been tamed and interest rates are "in the right ballpark".

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Treasury reconsidering Labour plan for non-dom tax status

The change follows concerns over how much money will be raised, should wealthy foreigners leave the UK.

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Microsoft re-launches ‘privacy nightmare’ AI screenshot tool

It says it has listened to concerns about the tool, which continuously screenshots online activity.

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Daily Telegraph tipped to go to US bidder at auction

British-born Dovid Efune who owns the New York Sun is considered by several parties as the frontrunner.

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When to recline and how to share armrests: Rules for avoiding a mid-flight row

Experts share their top tips for staying out of our fellow travellers' bad books.

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Firm says £1bn plant will transform UK recycling

The former paper mill will be one of the UK's largest cardboard and tissue production facilities.

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Dame Judi Dench and John Cena to voice Meta AI chatbot

The firm also unveiled the first working prototype of Meta's augmented-reality glasses, called Orion.

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Banks must refund fraud up to £85,000 in five days

Victims tricked into sending money to scammers must be refunded within five days under new rules.

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IMF approves $7bn loan to cash-strapped Pakistan

Pakistan has taken more than 20 loans from the IMF since 1958 and is currently its fifth-largest debtor.

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Companies raided over tax relief fraud allegations

Officers from HM Revenue and Customs execute warrants at a number of companies as part of an investigation.

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US accuses Visa of debit card monopoly

The Department of Justice said Visa's actions had slowed competition and raised prices across the economy.

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Huel hit with third ad ban in two months

The meal supplement company made misleading claims comparing its product to vegetables.

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CrowdStrike: Company to face questions over global IT outage

Cancer delays, holidays ruined, businesses out of pocket - the CrowdStrike outage examined.

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'No money and no answers' two years after collapse of funeral firm

Margaret and David Fee paid thousands for funeral plans, then discovered the company they used had collapsed.

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Peter Jay: The extraordinary life of 'the cleverest young man in England'

Economist and broadcaster who controversially became the UK ambassador to Washington and launched TV-am.

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Woolworths and Coles sued over fake discount claims

The cost of living crisis has put the grocery chains under increasing scrutiny in the past year.

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Government borrowing in August highest since Covid

Higher spending on public services and benefits led to a rise in government borrowing, figures show.

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Peter Jay: the rise and fall of 'the cleverest young man in England'

Economist and broadcaster who controversially became the UK ambassador to Washington and launched TV-am.

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Bates hits out at slow Post Office scandal payments

The campaigner says it is time for a commitment for certain claims to be paid out over the next six months.

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Nike boss steps down as company veteran returns

The company looks to shake things up as demand for its trainers falters in international markets.

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Interest rates held at 5% but 'on the path down'

Economists are betting on rates being held in September with a cut to come in November instead.

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Microsoft chooses infamous nuclear site for AI power

The 1979 accident at Three Mile Island had cast a shadow on nuclear power in the US for decades.

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US sues ship firms for $100m over Baltimore bridge crash

The Justice Department said repair costs should be carried by the companies responsible, not US citizens.

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Train drivers accept pay deal to end strike action

Aslef said 96.6% of its members who voted backed the deal, marking the end of long-running strikes.

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Marlboro owner sells UK inhaler firm over backlash

Philip Morris International bought Vectura Group just three years ago in a deal worth more than £1bn.

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Guardian in talks to sell world's oldest Sunday paper

The Guardian owner is in exclusive talks to sell the Observer newspaper to Tortoise Media.

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Titanic yard boss: 'Strong case' for a single owner

The firm has been heavily loss making since it was bought out of administration five years ago.

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Rupert Murdoch's 'Succession' court battle begins

The court battle will determine the future of the billionaire's media empire.

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'I'm trapped in a joint mortgage with my abuser'

An abuse survivor describes her ordeal as a charity calls for action to tackle financial abuse.

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'Our winter fuel payment goes into the holiday kitty'

Some pensioners say they don't need the extra cash of up to £300 - and want better means testing.

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New beanless 'coffee' emerges but does it taste any good?

Start-ups launch drinks that look and taste like coffee but they say are better for the environment.

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Titanic shipyard may run out of cash within weeks

Trade unions are calling for help to save hundreds of jobs at the historic shipbuilder Harland and & Wolff.

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Boiler maker Worcester Bosch considering job cuts

The company blames a drop in sales, the cost of living and a move towards electrification.

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'I'm trapped in a joint mortgage with my abuser'

An abuse survivor describes her ordeal as a charity calls for action to tackle financial abuse.

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Scotland's only oil refinery confirmed to close next year

Petroineos said the closure of Grangemouth was due to it being unable to compete with more modern foreign sites.

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Data centres as vital as NHS and power grid, government says

Critical national infrastructure status means they will get extra government support during emergencies.

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Adnams chairman stands down for health reasons

Jonathon Adnams, who was due to leave next year, says he is proud of the company's achievements.

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Apple told to pay Ireland €13bn in tax by EU

The European Court of Justice upheld a 2016 decision that said Apple received unlawful aid from Ireland.

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EU court rules Google must pay €2.4bn fine

Google loses its appeal against the fine, handed down for its shopping comparison service.

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GB News owner buys Spectator magazine for £100m

The right-leaning political magazine has been sold to the the hedge fund tycoon Sir Paul Marshall.

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Apple banks on AI to boost sales of new iPhone 16

The firm says its new handset has been built for artificial intelligence as it looks to regain its edge.

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How do the Post Office compensation schemes work?

More than 4,000 people caught up in the Horizon scandal are trying to obtain remuneration for their suffering.

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Google's lucrative ad tech business goes on trial

Regulators have successfully argued Google is too powerful in search - now they are coming for its ad tech.

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Asos shoppers hit out at new £3.95 returns charge

The company said it was introduced a charge for customers with a "frequently high return rate".

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Corruption review finds 'red flags' in more than 130 Covid contracts

An anti-corruption charity finds significant concerns in £15.3bn worth of contracts awarded during the pandemic.

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First-class stamp price to rise to £1.65

The company says the price rise is needed as it faces "very real and urgent" financial challenges.

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'Without emergency government fund, I wouldn't be here'

The BBC hears from those who have used the Household Support Fund, which has been extended until April 2025.

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Selena Gomez joins billionaire celebrity rich list

The celebrity joins the billionaire ranks thanks to her Rare Beauty make-up business.

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PM defends 'tough decision' over winter fuel cut

The PM says the only way to deliver change is to do "difficult things now", in his first major No 10 interview.

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Crash dummies and robot arms: How airline seats are tested

Building hi-tech airline seats has become a huge business in Northern Ireland.

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Crash dummies and robot arms: How airline seats are tested

Building hi-tech airline seats has become a huge business in Northern Ireland.

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Body Shop's remaining stores rescued from administration

The deal for the cosmetics firm appears to secure the immediate future for remaining staff.

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Telegram CEO Durov says his arrest 'misguided'

Pavel Durov has hit back at French authorities following his arrest in Paris last week.

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John Lewis brings back 'never knowingly undersold'

The U-turn comes as the High Street retailer tries to revive its fortunes and win back customers.

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US plans to block Nippon Steel takeover of US Steel - US media

The controversial move comes during a heated election year in the US.

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Alert over potentially deadly counterfeit vodka

The Food Standards Agency warns counterfeit bottles have been found to contain a dangerous substance.

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Young workers drive South Africa's video games industry

South Africa has a small but thriving video games industry, helped by plenty of young workers.

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Nine offshore wind farm projects awarded in UK auction

The green energy deals follow last year's auction when no companies bid to build offshore wind farms.

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Will Labour’s plan make train tickets cheaper?

What impact will Labour's pledge to nationalise the railways have?

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Has ticket row taken the shine off Oasis reunion?

The Gallagher brothers received backlash after ticket prices shot up as fans waited in an online queue.

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Support fund extended after winter fuel payment cut

The government makes £421m available as it continues the Household Support Fund to March next year.

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UK and EU airports are sticking with 100ml liquid rule - but why?

Air travellers who hoped the era of "tiny toiletries" was nearly over are facing fresh disappointment.

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Off-road sites could be used for Dover port queues

A Home Office minister says sites off the main road network could be a “contingency measure”.

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Will things get worse like Keir Starmer says?

The prime minister says the Autumn Budget will be "painful", so what might be in store?

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Support fund extended after winter fuel payment cut

The government makes £421m available as it continues the Household Support Fund to March next year.

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Oasis ticket sales defended after fans' fury

Fans complained they felt ripped off and frustrated after facing long online queues and surge pricing.

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Who gets 15 hours of free childcare and how do I apply?

Parents in England can now access 15 hours of free weekly childcare for children from nine months.

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Musk's X banned in Brazil after disinformation row

The social media giant says it refused to comply with a judge's order to appoint a legal representative.

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Workers' rights to four-day week could be strengthened

Employees could get greater powers to work their contracted hours over fewer days.

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The 100ml liquid rule returns for UK and EU airports

Air travellers who hoped the era of "tiny toiletries" was nearly over are facing fresh disappointment.

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Mining boss opposes staff leaving office for coffee

Managing director of Mineral Resources Chris Ellison wants to "hold staff captive all day long".

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Fuel duty cut could be scrapped, says RAC

The motoring group claims retailers not drivers have benefitted from lower tax on petrol and diesel.

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Telegram boss banned from leaving France in criminal probe

He has been placed under formal investigation as part of a probe into organised crime on the messaging app, French prosecutors say.

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Boss arrested over deadly fire at S Korea battery plant

The arrest of Aricell's chief executive follows an investigation that found multiple safety failings.

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What taxes might be raised in the Budget?

The government says taxes will have to rise to fix the public finances - but which ones could go up?

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Tanni Grey-Thompson forced to 'crawl off' train

The former Paralympian was not met at the other end of her journey by a staff member.

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Ikea trials resale website to rival eBay and Gumtree

Ikea Preowned launches in Oslo and Madrid, with a global rollout expected by the end of the year.

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Charities fear double energy price hit for pensioners

Rising energy prices and the withdrawal of financial support will hit some hard, charities say.

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Royal Mail fails to meet spring delivery targets

Royal Mail delivered less than 80% of first class post on time between April and the end of June.

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Typical household energy bill up £149 a year in October

Energy regulator Ofgem announces price changes for 27 million households in England, Wales and Scotland.

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Have supermarkets reached peak self-scan?

Supermarket are beginning to question the divisive technology after years of criticism from shoppers.

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Shein reveals child labour cases at suppliers

The Chinese fast fashion giant has been tightening scrutiny of firms that make the clothes it sells.

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Royal Mail fails to meet spring delivery targets

Royal Mail delivered less than 80% of first class post on time between April and the end of June.

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Child benefit claims rise after income rule change

The number of new claims rose in April, after a rule change on how much parents can earn and still be eligible.

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McDonald's to open 200 new restaurants in growth drive

'Drive to' sites - with a small seating area and no drive-through - will be tested as part of the offer.

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Bangladesh to raise rates, says new bank chief

Soaring prices have been a major concern for the country as its currency comes under pressure.

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Cost of public services drives up government borrowing

Borrowing hit £3.1bn last month, the highest level for July since 2021, official figures show.

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Why retail giant 7-Eleven is on a rival's shopping list

The firm is deciding whether to remain in Japanese ownership or return to its Northern American roots.

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ChatGPT firm OpenAI strikes deal with Vogue owner

The multi-year deal is the latest such agreement to be struck between OpenAI and a major media company.

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Energy prices forecast to rise by 9% in October

A forecaster says bills will rise in the run-up to winter while experts say few cheap fixed deals exist.

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The six minute train journey that became a long legal nightmare

Sarah Cook was threatened with a £500 penalty and prison for an unpaid ticket but she became a test case.

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X suspends business in Brazil over censorship row

The social media platform says its legal representative was threatened by a supreme court judge.

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Ted Baker closing last stores with 500 jobs at risk

All of the fashion brand's stores are expected to have shut by the end of Tuesday.

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Is Wizz Air's 'all you can fly' subscription too good to be true?

The budget airline's subscription has sparked excitement in some - and angered others who have suffered delays and cancellations.

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New homes and end to price-gouging: Harris sets economic goals

Vice-president Kamala Harris targets housing costs and price gouging in newly-released economic plans.

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Shops boosted by Euros and summer sales in July

Retail sales in Britain ticked up in July as the Euros football championship lifted demand.

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Tech firm apologises for 'creepy' hostess lampshade outfits

The company-branded lampshades, which obscured the women's faces, have been called "creepy" and "sexist."

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UK economy continues recovery with 0.6% growth

Strong growth in the services sector helped the UK to continue to emerge from last year's recession.

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Rayner meets businesses and unions on workers' rights

Proposals include banning zero-hours contracts and ending "fire and rehire" practices.

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Inflation rate rises for first time this year to 2.2%

The UK inflation rate has risen to 2.2%, but this was not as high as economists had forecast.

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Starbucks replaces boss after sales slump

Shares in the chain soared after the appointment of a new chief executive to try to boost sales.

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Post Office IT boss quits amid Horizon delays

Post Office tech chief Chris Brocklesby leaves after a year as Horizon IT replacement faces delays.

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Higher compensation proposed for poor water service

Water companies that miss standards should pay customers more compensation, the government proposes.

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Why Trump and Harris both say 'no tax on tips'

Under the current law, employees are required to disclose all tips over $20 per month to their employer.

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Concerns over 'dangerous gases' at closed copper mine

A legal dispute over the facility in Panama has caused new environmental fears.

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No films, no music, no sleep: Is 'raw-dogging' long flights heroic or foolish?

Some fliers are giving up in-flight entertainment and even drinking water but experts warn it could be dangerous.

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Final offer of £5.4bn for Hargreaves Lansdown takeover

Plans for the financial firm's future have been announced by the company's new owners.

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Russia airspace ban forces BA to drop key China flights

British Airways to drop flights to Beijing from October, as Russian airspace ban bites.

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Egg donors warned not to do it for the £986 cash

The compensation egg donors receive is rising, but they are being warned not to do it just for the money.

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House hunting picks up as some make offers after 20 minutes

Surveyors expect property sales to pick up in the autumn, as a survey suggests buyers make swift decisions.

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After the floods: 'A catastrophic year' on farms

Two thirds of farmers say they are losing money as extreme weather hits the harvest on UK farms.

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Musk shares faked far-right 'detainment camp' for rioters post

The image was faked to look like it had come from the Daily Telegraph website.

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Take action now over riot posts, social media firms told

The government and the media regulator have faced criticism for not intervening sooner.

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Korea tech tycoon charged in K-pop share rigging case

Internet giant Kakao's founder allegedly tried to inflate the share price of an agency he was buying.

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Inside Out 2 boosts Disney as theme parks struggle

Disney swings to a pre-tax profit, largely thanks to the highest-grossing animated film ever.

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US stock markets rise after days of turmoil

Shares in the US opened higher but markets in the UK and Europe stayed down after a cautious open.

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Government concerned by immigration lawyer 'hitlist'

The list is being shared on social media - lawyers say the threat to them is "very credible."

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What could Google monopoly ruling mean for you?

The US government says it wants 'structural relief' after a judge found the search giant broke the law.

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Why are there so many fast-food offers on?

Companies are targeting thrifty customers with low-price deals, but health experts are concerned.

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Reeves refuses to rule out capital gains tax rise

It's important to "strike the right balance" when deciding on tax policies, the chancellor says.

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UK violence will 'leave a scar' on High Streets

The chair of the Federation of Small Businesses said that damage caused would take "months" to put right.

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'Desperation' behind sharp rise in energy theft

Reports of gas and electricity theft has gone up by nearly 50%, a fuel poverty charity says.

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Football fans warned over Premier League ticket scams

Thousands of young people were tricked by football ticket scams last season, Lloyds Bank estimates.

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Rolls-Royce to give each worker £700 in shares

The reward to staff comes after the business, which makes jet engines, posted strong profits.

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Interest rates cut... but don't expect more straight away

Rates have been cut, but the message from the Bank of England is not to expect more reductions immediately.

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Fake caller app shut after thieves duped thousands

The National Crime Agency says the Russian Coms platform was used by hundreds of criminals.

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Intel axes 15,000 jobs after sales tumble

Shares in the company fall as much as 20%, contributing to a sharp fall in global stock markets.

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'Living wage means I have a life outside of work'

Northern Ireland lags behind other parts of the UK when it comes to employers paying the Real Living Wage.

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Ex-CNN star Lemon sues Musk over cancelled X show

The lawsuit alleges the multi-billionaire unfairly terminated a partnership with the celebrity presenter.

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Rolls-Royce dividend returns after profit surge

The engine-maker is reporting better than expected financial results after a major overhaul.

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Uber strikes EV deal with Chinese Tesla rival BYD

The two companies say they will offer drivers financial incentives to switch to electric cars.

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Troubled Boeing names new boss for 'next chapter'

The announcement comes as the firm is working to repair its reputation and financial woes.

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Amazon responsible for product recalls, says US

US regulators have ruled that Amazon is responsible for handling recalls of products sold on its site.

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Microsoft says cyber-attack triggered latest outage

The issues appeared to be mostly resolved by the evening, according to updates from the company.

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Wrongly convicted postmasters get new compensation scheme

Hundreds will get payouts of at least £450,000 but could qualify for more.

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Bella Hadid shocked and upset over Adidas campaign

An advertising campaign was criticised for "unintentional" connections to the 1972 Munich Olympics.

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Winter fuel payments scrapped for millions of pensioners

Rachel Reeves says there is a "black hole" in the public finances due to "unfunded" overspends by the previous government.

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Delays in food hygiene inspections a 'serious public health issue'

One in five restaurants and takeaways not inspected for more than two years, investigation finds.

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Cineworld to shut six branches as part of restructure

The cinema giant has announced six sites in the UK that it plans to close as part of a restructure.

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Labour accuse Tories of 'cover up' over public services

Environment Secretary Steve Reed says the public finances inherited by Labour are "catastrophic".

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Drivers 'ripped off' by fuel prices, warns watchdog

The Competition and Markets Authority says poor competition cost British motorists £1.6bn last year.

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John Lewis allowed to build homes for first time

The department store is pushing to build rental flats as it looks for new ways to bring in money.

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What's behind the global self-storage boom?

Rising rents, e-commerce and available property are contributing to a boom in self-storage.

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Sainsbury's sorry for 'racist slur' trouser detail

Customers pointed out that the listing used a phrase deployed by racists to avoid language filters.

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UK secures seabed land deal to boost windfarms

GB Energy to partner with the Crown Estate to push forward offshore windfarm projects

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ChatGPT reveals search feature in Google challenge

OpenAI is working on adding new search powers to its artificial intelligence (AI) bot.

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US economy picks up amid heated presidential campaign

Despite steady growth, the economy is a top concern for voters in the US presidential election.

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Shares drop in US and Asia as AI stocks slide

Tech stocks lead declines as investors reconsider rally fuelled by artificial intelligence.

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'I've lost £680 because of Carpetright collapse'

Some customers unable to get refunds as more than 200 shops shut.

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What makes an athletics track fast?

The makers of athletics tracks are tweaking their surfaces to make them faster.

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CrowdStrike to improve testing after 'bug' caused outage

The cybersecurity company's mistake caused millions of PCs not to work on Friday.

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Cyber-security firm rejects $23bn Google takeover

In an internal memo to staff, the firm's founder and chief executive said he was 'flattered'.

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CrowdStrike shares hit again as IT disruption continues

Shares in the cybersecurity firm drop a further 13% after last week's global IT outage.

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Former chancellor Zahawi mulling bid for the Telegraph

The former Conservative chancellor is thought to be seeking financial backing to fund a bid.

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Reeves hints at above-inflation public sector pay rise

The chancellor says not settling the matter quickly would incur other costs to the wider economy.

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Why Nigerians are praying for the success of a new oil refinery

A vast new oil refinery in Nigeria is aiming to reduce the price of petrol in the country.

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What will future aerial dogfights look like?

AI with dogfighting ability is being developed by the UK and US air forces.

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How a single IT update caused global havoc

Friday's IT outage is a poignant reminder of how reliant the world has become on devices managed remotely by huge firms.

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Bridgerton and Baby Reindeer drive Netflix sign-ups

Netflix added more than 8 million subscriptions in the quarter, nearly double analyst expectations.

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'I'm owed £10,870 for liposuction': What went wrong at SK:N?

Customers tell the BBC they have no idea if they will be refunded for treatments they paid for in advance.

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Pound hits highest level against dollar for a year

Pound highest against dollar in a year as investors bet on UK rates staying higher for longer.

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China tycoon Guo convicted in US over $1bn scam

Prosecutors said cash raised from businessman's online followers was used to fund his lavish lifestyle.

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Interest rates could stay higher for longer, warns IMF

Inflation is proving persistent in some countries, the fund says, making it trickier for rates to be cut.

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She's made her opening gambit. What's the chancellor's long game?

Once a junior chess champion, now Rachel Reeves runs the UK economy. Faisal Islam looks at her strategy.

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Is Brazil's Brics-building worth it?

The Brazilian president sees the Brics as a way to remake the world - but it is dominated by China.

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Unilever to slash a third of European workforce

The biggest job cuts at the company for decades are part of an effort to revive growth.

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‘We won’t run out of beer’: Pubs prep for Euro final

A surge in beer, burger, and pizza sales is expected ahead of England's match with Spain on Sunday.

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EU says X’s blue tick accounts deceive users

The EU says the way the social media site designs and operates blue tick accounts "deceives" users.

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Why both businesses and scammers love India's payment system

Fast and free, India's UPI payments system has been a big success, but has attracted scammers.

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Dover port warns of up to two-hour waits at peak times

New EU border checks and travel for the Olympics will increase congestion at the UK's busiest port.

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Row over rise in water bills as firms say it's not enough

Water firms have hit out at bill rises of £94 over the next five years after wanting bigger hikes.

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Water bills: How much will I have to pay?

The regulator sets price limits for England and Wales, but water bills vary across the country.

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Thousands could make claims after BA flight delay ruling

The ruling against British Airways has the potential to affect thousands of airline claims every year.

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Archegos founder Bill Hwang convicted of fraud

The collapse of Archegos Capital Management caused billions of dollars in losses for several big banks.

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How are the non-dom rules changing?

The non-domicile rules let some UK residents limit the tax paid on earnings outside the country.

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Energy boss backs lower bills for those near wind farms

Greg Jackson from Octopus says people living near wind farms should pay less for electricity.

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What's the right punishment for 'too big to fail' Boeing?

Boeing is one of the largest and most important companies in the US but is it too big to be held to account?

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Boeing to plead guilty to fraud charge over 737 Max crashes

Families of the people who died on the flights five years ago have criticised it as a "sweetheart deal".

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UK Amazon staff in protests over union recognition

The action coincides with a ballot to "force Amazon to recognise a union for the first time", GMB says.

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'I had to downgrade my life' - US workers in debt to buy groceries

Americans are taking loans to afford basic necessities - as groceries prices have surged by 25%.

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Could the 'flying piano' help transform air cargo?

A Texas start-up is developing cargo gliders that would be towed behind a jet.

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US jobs growth in June beats expectations

US markets remain optimistic the Fed could start cutting rates later this year.

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Amazon at 30: What next for 'The Everything Company'?

Can Amazon sustain its rapid growth since 1994 - or will rivals or regulators cut it down to size?

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EU hits Chinese electric cars with new tariffs

The move poses a challenge to Beijing, which hopes EVs will help revive the country's flagging economy.

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Etsy sex toy ban sparks seller outrage

The platform says it's because of "evolving" industry standards but sellers say they feel "betrayed."

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Bird flu hits McDonald's Australia breakfast hours

The fast food giant is serving its full breakfast menu in the country until 10:30am, instead of midday.

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Over 20,000 Tesco staff to split £30m from share schemes

The supermarket says most staff in line to receive a share of the windfall work on the shop floor.

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'Floodgates open' for legal action against water firms

Owners of adjacent waterways or even members of the public could now bring action over illegal sewage spills.

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Fox set to launch free Netflix rival in UK

Tubi will offer more than 20,000 films and TV series, including Hollywood titles and British content.

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Almost 1.8m people owe £50,000 or more in student debt

More than 61,000 people have balances of £100,000 or more and 50 owe upwards of £200,000, BBC finds.

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The fastest data in the world

Researchers are seeing how fast data can be delivered amid rising demand for bandwidth.

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High mortgage rates pricing out buyers, says Nationwide

The building society's comments come as it says house prices rose by 0.2% in June.

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Will Biden's green jobs policy help him win votes?

The US president has invested heavily in helping to create renewable energy jobs across the country.

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Tata offers to meet unions if strike is called off

The firm is believed to have offered unions the chance to discuss future investment in Port Talbot.

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Major UK high street banks say payment issues fixed

Several people have told the BBC they are still facing issues, with some saying they have little cash left.

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Affordable home families hit by 450% gas price rise

About 1,000 residents in Edinburgh see a huge jump in their heating bills.

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The big problem facing whoever wins the election

The BBC's economics editor speaks to Swindon residents as part of the Your Voice, Your Vote project.

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Incomes have risen 'at a crawl' says think tank

Typical household incomes went up by just £140 a year on average in the last 14 years, according to the Resolution Foundation.

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Debt relief orders can write off up to £50,000

The maximum amount that can be written off by a debt relief order has gone up from £30,000 to £50,000.

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K-pop agents charged with insider trading over BTS

The employees are accused of selling shares before BTS members announced they were taking a break.

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Fujitsu engineer told to tone down evidence

Gareth Jenkins told the public inquiry he was asked to make his witness statement less emotive.

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Korean web comic giant set for $2.7bn market debut

Webtoon Entertainment says it has 170m monthly active users in over 150 countries around the world.

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India reviews iPhone factory for 'not hiring married women'

The firm has come under the scanner for allegedly not employing married women at its factory in Tamil Nadu state.

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Disruption as airline pilots begin industrial action

An indefinite work-to-rule is under way by Aer Lingus pilots with an eight-hour strike on Saturday.

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HSBC joins UK banks in cutting mortgage rates

Some lenders are trimming rates after the Bank of England hinted about a drop in borrowing costs.

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Bankruptcy trustee plans to shut down Alex Jones' Infowars

The conspiracy theorist used his website to peddle false claims about the Sandy Hook shooting.

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The screen tech that can do almost anything

New technology promises TV and phone screens that use much less electricity than current models.

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China and EU to hold talks on electric car tariffs

The EU and China still disagree about the import taxes, but have agreed to discuss them further.

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British Gas sorry for pursuing man over wrong £2,500 bill

The firm told a man it was sending his details to a debt collector over an incorrect £2,500 bill.

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Parties ignoring 'painful' tax and spending choices, says think tank

The economic research group as the main parties have “ducked” addressing public finance challenges.

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Post Office system not a scandal, insists ex-union boss

George Thomson tells an inquiry that Horizon is "robust", provoking anger from sub-postmasters.

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Tata Steel workers call first strike in 40 years

It is the first time in 40 years that UK steel workers have taken strike action.

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British Gas sorry for pursuing man over wrong £2,500 bill

The firm told a man it was sending his details to a debt collector over an incorrect £2,500 bill.

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Octopus to repay £3bn to taxpayers for Bulb rescue

The government will recover almost all the cost of temporarily nationalising Bulb in 2021.

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Upset PLT customers banned over too many returns

Many have hit out at the brand online, suggesting they would return fewer items if sizing was consistent.

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Government borrowing in May is highest since Covid

Borrowing reaches £15bn, less than forecast but lays bare challenges facing the next government.

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Bank opens door for August interest rate cut

The Bank of England keeps borrowing costs unchanged, but hints it could cut rates later in the summer.

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Row over first-time buyer help as parties trade blows

Labour and the Tories accuse each other of failing to match promises on housing, a key election issue.

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China car firms seek 25% tax on EU - state media

The measure would target large-engined petrol vehicles imported from the European Union.

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Post Office accidentally leaks sub-postmaster data

Former sub-postmasters react angrily as the company launches an urgent investigation into breach.

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Labour would need an effective opposition, says Hunt

The chancellor is the latest senior Tory to acknowledge his party could be on course for defeat.

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TikTok faces fresh US pressure over child privacy

The allegation from US regulators adds to the growing pressure faced by the social media firm.

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Post Office sabotaged Horizon probe, says investigator

Independent investigator says Post Office tried to obstruct probe into IT flaws.

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Could brain-like computers be a 'competition killer'?

Computers built like brains could be much more energy efficient than current designs.

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Faisal Islam: Voters are being taken for fools on the economy

Do promises to leave various tax rates alone have any credibility, asks the BBC's economics editor.

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London becomes Europe's largest stock market again

A French election is driving down the value of French listed companies, analysts say

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Software giant Adobe accused of 'trapping customers'

Regulators allege Adobe failed to properly disclose subscription terms and made it too onerous to cancel.

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Barclays suspends festival funding after protests

There had been protests over the bank's links to Download, Latitude and the Isle of Wight festivals.

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Boeing plane investigated after 'Dutch roll'

Air regulators are investigating new issues with Boeing planes.

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Tesco says shoppers are buying more as confidence returns

The UK's largest retailer reports higher sales, but controversy persists over its boss's pay package.

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The battle for Gen Z social shoppers

If TikTok is banned in the US, where might its social shoppers go?

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Wizz Air ranked worst airline for delays for third year

The low-cost carrier says it has made "significant improvements" but admits there is "work to be done".

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US Fed pencils in one interest rate cut this year

America's central bank scaled back forecasts for cuts in 2024 despite annual inflation easing.

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UK economy fails to grow during wet April

The main political parties disagree about what the data suggests about longer-term economic health.

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Wizz Air ranked worst airline for delays again

The low-cost carrier says it has made "significant improvements" but admits there is "work to be done".

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EU threatens China EVs with tariffs of up to 38%

The decision comes as an investigation continues into what the EU calls China’s "unfair subsidisation".

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Tesla pay fight tests power of Elon Musk's mystique

Elon Musk wants the biggest pay package in history, but will investors back the $50bn deal?

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What is National Insurance and how much do I pay?

Two National Insurance cuts came info effect in 2024, but many people are still paying more in tax.

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BMW China parts probe expanded by US Senate panel

The Senate Finance Committee wants answers from BMW over its use of banned Chinese components by 21 June.

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Labour drops plan to reintroduce pension saving cap

The decision to not bring back the lifetime allowance comes after lobbying from senior NHS doctors.

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Tories promise £730m to end 'sick note culture'

The Conservatives say they will fund counselling services for an extra 500,000 people to help them into work.

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Warning as carry-on rules revised at 6 airports

All of the airports which are affected have upgraded to new high-tech CT scanners.

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How 'Swiftonomics' is impacting the music industry

The Eras tour, which has arrived in Edinburgh, is reckoned to be pushing her wealth well north of $1bn.

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What big business wants for South Africa’s future

With a unity government in the offing, the economy is a crucial subject for negotiations.

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Tories pledge to 'back drivers' with new law

The plans would include "unilaterally reversing" the expansion of the Ulez clean air scheme in London.

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US jobs surge casts doubt over interest rate cuts

US employers added 272,000 jobs in May which was far higher than economists expected.

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Body Shop sets deadline to save UK stores and jobs

Bidders have until next week to make an offer and save the remaining 1,500 UK jobs at the retailer.

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Rents rise at 6.6% a year but pace is slowing

The rate of increase is the slowest for 30 months, but competition among potential tenants is still fierce.

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How Japan's biggest brewer aims to attract sober Gen Z

Atsushi Katsuki tells the BBC the firm sees the sober generation as both a risk and an opportunity.

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Ex-Post Office chair was told of IT risks in 2011

Alice Perkins was told Horizon was 'a real risk' by auditors as the Post Office continued to prosecute sub-postmasters.

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India stocks see biggest fall for over four years

Indian stocks fall as it looks less likely that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party will be able to form a majority government.

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British bank accused of helping to fund terrorists

Standard Chartered carried out billions of dollars of transactions for terrorist funders, US court papers claim.

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Toyota raided as safety testing scandal grows

Toyota has apologised for providing incorrect or manipulated data for safety certification tests.

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GameStop shares jump after investor claims stake

Shares in the video game retailer surge after an account tied to "Roaring Kitty" claimed a large stake.

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Evan Davis: Successful entrepreneurs don’t worry about being different

Evan Davis on common features shared by business leaders with a flourishing enterprise to their names.

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Half a million left without Child Benefit payment

HMRC says it is sorry and is working urgently to resolve the technical issue.

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Santander staff and '30 million' customers hacked

Their data is being sold online by the same gang who this week claimed to have hacked Ticketmaster.

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UK house prices in surprise rise in May

Nationwide building society says prices rose by 0.4% despite buyers facing "affordability pressures".

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Why France's start-up champion has struggled abroad

Its appointment booking software is everywhere in France, but Doctolib has struggled to make a dent elsewhere.

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GB energy firm would secure future jobs, says Labour

The party has been accused of putting jobs at risk by vowing not to issue any new oil and gas licences if it wins power.

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Sunak and Starmer present competing visions for jobs and growth

Keir Starmer says wealth creation is Labour's main goal and Rishi Sunak pledges to give 30 towns across the UK £20m each.

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Nationwide-Virgin merger faces competition probe

The regulator will examine the tie-up which is the biggest banking deal since the financial crisis.

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Wordle in legal row with geography spinoff, Worldle

The New York Times, Wordle's owner, accuses similarly-named geography game of "creating confusion."

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WeWork set to emerge from bankruptcy

The company will emerge from bankruptcy smaller and with less debt.

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Insulation scandal: ‘I have to scrape mould off the walls every two weeks'

The BBC can reveal insulation fitted under government schemes could have failed in hundreds of thousands of homes.

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Top lieutenant to 'Crypto King' jailed for seven years

Ryan Salame is one of four former top bosses from Sam Bankman-Fried's firms to plead guilty to charges.

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Tories would swap 'rip-off' degrees for apprenticeships

The Conservatives say they would replace some degrees with 100,000 new apprenticeships per year.

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WhatsApp boss in online spat with Elon Musk

The messaging app's boss has taken to social media to deny Mr Musk's claim it "exports user data."

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'I put off starting a family because of a £300 rent rise'

Women share their stories of how they feel renting has held them back in life.

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Labour says it won't announce any more tax rises

In her first major campaign speech, the shadow chancellor said all policies will be "fully costed".

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How much is the state pension worth now?

Payments to pensioners have risen by 8.5% following the government's "triple lock" pledge.

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Joy and disbelief as Post Office convictions quashed

A law quashing convictions from the Horizon IT scandal received Royal Assent late on Friday.

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More than 120 business chiefs sign letter backing Labour

More than 120 bosses endorse Labour's economic plans ahead of the election saying it is “time for a change”.

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Ex-Post Office boss accused of being in 'la-la land'

Paula Vennells is quizzed on how much she knew about remote access to sub-postmasters' computers

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Energy bills to fall again from July under new cap

A household using a typical amount of gas and electricity will pay £1,568 a year.

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April a washout for shops as sales slump

Retail sales fell by much more than expected last month as heavy rain kept shoppers at home.

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Musk opposes US tariffs on Chinese electric cars

He previously warned Chinese car makers would "demolish" rivals if there were no trade barriers.

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Ex-Post Office boss accused of being in 'la-la land'

Paula Vennells is quizzed on how much she knew about remote access to sub-postmasters' computers

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Google to make Pixel phones and drones in India

The tech giant is set to manufacture advanced versions of the smartphone in Tamil Nadu state.

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Inflation rate falls to lowest in almost three years

Prices rose at 2.3% in the year to April, down from 3.2% the month before, official figures said.

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Ex-Post Office boss cries as she admits incorrect evidence

Paula Vennells broke down several times during her evidence to the Horizon IT scandal inquiry.

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Water firms ask for bill rises of between 24% and 91%

Southern Water wants to increase its bills by £436 a year, but is not expected to get approval.

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UK watchdog looking into Microsoft AI taking screenshots

The ICO wants to know the safeguards around Recall, which can take screengrabs of your screen every few seconds.

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Ex-Post Office boss Paula Vennells sorry for suffering of sub-postmasters

The former CEO issues an apology at the start of three days of questioning and says her answers "will be difficult to listen to".

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BMW and Jaguar used banned China parts - US probe

The car makers used parts made by a supplier banned over alleged links to Chinese forced labour.

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Summer interest rate cut possible, says Bank deputy

Ben Broadbent's comments come ahead of data which is expected to show a fall in inflation.

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Virgin Trains targets West Coast in return to rail

Virgin Group has applied for a licence to run trains on the route it lost to Avanti in 2019.

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Unpaid carers being forced to repay £250m to DWP

One claimant unknowingly overpaid Carer's Allowance said the debts she incurred have brought 'considerable financial strain'.

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Energy bills predicted to fall by 7% in July

If the forecast proves correct, it would mean a typical annual bill could be £500 lower than last summer.

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Fewer crackers in Ritz boxes but price remains same

The 200g packs of Original and Cheese crackers have been replaced by packs weighing 150g and 140g.

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Fujitsu sacked boss at height of Horizon scandal

Global president Rod Vawdrey then returned to Australia and made millions in a "train wreck" float.

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M&S website and app down

Customers are unable to shop online and instead are being greeted with an error message.

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Severn Trent boss defends multi-million pay packet

The water firm made 60,000 sewage spills last year but insists river quality is improving.

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'Corrupt ship inspectors demand our food and cargo'

Seafarers tell the BBC port officials routinely demand bribes before allowing ships through.

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Ex-Post Office IT boss blocked Vennells' number

Lesley Sewell tells the Horizon inquiry she was "not comfortable" being contacted by the former chief.

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Royal Mail owner poised to accept £3.5bn takeover bid

Royal Mail's owner IDS said it had received a revised proposal of 370p a share from a Czech billionaire.

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Renters in race for homes as listing time slashed

Two-bedroom flats were listed for 35 days before the pandemic, but the average has dropped to 25 days.

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Indian spices face heat over global safety concerns

India is a global powerhouse of spices. But recent quality concerns have cast a cloud on its position.

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Upgraded ChatGPT teaches maths and flirts - but still glitches

OpenAI has unveiled a new, faster version of its generative AI tool, ChatGPT.

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US bans China crypto-miner from nuclear base area

Chinese firm MineOne Partners has been ordered to sell land it owns near a US nuclear missile site.

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