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• The bridge changing lives and boosting business (2025-06-30 23:03:29)
  The Öresund bridge, which connects Denmark and Sweden, is celebrating 25 years since its opening.
• Energy price cap: What next for gas and electricity bills and can I fix? (2025-06-30 23:00:12)
  Gas and electricity prices will fall in July, under regulator Ofgem's new price cap.
• Household energy bills fall but may not go much lower (2025-06-30 23:00:04)
  Bills for homes using a typical amount of gas and electricity will drop by £11 a month.
• Government supporting refinery as 420 jobs at risk (2025-06-30 17:50:19)
  The government says workers at the Lindsey plant in Lincolnshire have been "badly let down".
• Food delivery apps to tighten checks to stop illegal workers (2025-06-30 17:36:49)
  Government met with Deliveroo, Uber Eats and Just Eat after report drivers are sub-letting accounts.
• Calls for inquiry as 420 refinery jobs at risk (2025-06-30 14:18:04)
  The government says workers at the Lindsey plant in Lincolnshire have been "badly let down".
• MP asks Lotus to give clarity to 1,300 workers (2025-06-30 13:26:01)
  Ben Goldsborough says he met with Geely on Monday and emphasised the need for "openness".
• Tech firms face demands to stop illegal content going viral (2025-06-30 13:21:49)
  UK regulator Ofcom is consulting on more safety measures for online platforms, such as preventing screen-records of children's livestreams.
• 'Everybody knew the welfare reform bill was a £5bn cut' (2025-06-30 13:00:45)
  Economics Editor Faisal Islam on what was really behind the big rebellion about the government's welfare reform bill, after the government confirmed it will make major concessions.
• What's the story behind Aldi Oasis rebrand? (2025-06-30 10:08:28)
  Aldi rebrands Greater Manchester store 'Aldeh' for Oasis' five homecoming gigs in Heaton Park.
• Canada drops tech tax to restart US trade talks (2025-06-30 08:54:35)
  A new tax on technology firms is being halted after Trump threatened new tariffs on Canadian goods.
• Prada acknowledges footwear design's Indian roots after backlash (2025-06-30 08:24:48)
  Prada described the Kolhapuri sandals as "leather footwear" but did not mention its origins, prompting backlash.
• Welfare concessions to be set out before key vote (2025-06-30 08:07:36)
  Ministers hope to reassure wavering MPs after a rebellion over benefits cuts led to a major climbdown.
• UK-US tariff deal begins but still no news on steel (2025-06-30 08:01:23)
  The deal will give the UK motor industry preferential treatment and cut aerospace tariffs to zero.
• London to Brighton line faces delays in heatwave (2025-06-30 05:13:18)
  Network Rail is introducing speed restrictions and a revised timetable for Monday and Tuesday.
• The global environmental award hit by accusations of greenwashing (2025-06-29 23:02:03)
  US business Dr Bronner's has criticised the B Corp scheme for allowing in too many multinationals.
• Lifetime ISAs leave some with less money than they put in (2025-06-29 23:01:18)
  MPs call for reform to the savings account which aims to help people save towards retirement or a first home.
• Boeing's 787 Dreamliner was deemed the 'safest' of planes. The whistleblowers were always less sure (2025-06-29 22:57:37)
  Long before the Air India tragedy, the cause of which is still to be determined, people who had worked on the 787 had raised concerns about the production standards
• Trump says he has 'a group of very wealthy people' to buy TikTok (2025-06-29 18:52:21)
  Trump says he thinks China's president will probably approve a sale to the unidentified group.
• Lotus has 'no plans' to close any car factory (2025-06-29 14:23:50)
  The firm's Chinese owner tells the government it is committed to the UK but said it is exploring options.
• Uber's dynamic pricing means higher fares and lower earnings for drivers, study finds (2025-06-29 06:27:37)
  A University of Oxford study says Uber's dynamic pricing algorithm has seen drivers income decrease.
• 'How can people afford to have kids?' (2025-06-29 06:21:34)
  In a city where the birth rate has fallen by a third in a decade, many blame financial pressures.
• Make healthy food more appealing, government tells supermarkets (2025-06-29 02:59:52)
  Supermarkets will be challenged to sell healthier food, under a new government obesity plan.
• School sun safety lessons trialled to tackle skin cancer (2025-06-29 01:09:33)
  The new pilot teaches children as young as five how to check UV levels and apply sunscreen.
• Has video gaming become too expensive? (2025-06-28 14:33:06)
  With new games reaching record prices, some gamers fear their hobby is becoming unaffordable.
• 'New video games cost me a whole day's wages' (2025-06-28 13:06:32)
  With new games reaching record prices, some gamers fear their favourite hobby is becoming unaffordable.
• Lotus has 'no plans' to close any factory (2025-06-28 12:59:08)
  The manufacturer has admitted it is "actively exploring" options amid talks of a move to the United States.
• The benefits U-turn raises deeper questions about the credibility of Labour's long-term plan (2025-06-27 23:33:47)
  The Government is boxed in from this week's events - and lacks the Houdini skills to escape, says the BBC's Faisal Islam
• The benefits U-turn raises questions about the credibility of Labour's long-term plan (2025-06-27 23:33:47)
  The Government is boxed in from this week's events - and lacks the Houdini skills to escape, says the BBC's Faisal Islam
• Trump says he is cutting off trade talks with Canada (2025-06-27 20:19:38)
  Canada had been hoping to secure a trade deal with the US next month to avoid steep tariffs.
• 'We have all the cards' - Trump says he is ending Canada trade talks (2025-06-27 20:19:38)
  Canada had been hoping to secure a trade deal with the US next month to avoid steep tariffs.
• Lotus considering shifting UK production to US (2025-06-27 18:42:48)
  The BBC understands the car maker is considering the move amid the introduction of US tariffs.
• Plans to help benefits recipients into work 'a mess', say DWP officials (2025-06-27 17:03:37)
  Plans to help those affected by benefits cuts into work are not "properly considered", officials tell the BBC.
• Nissan Sunderland looking to cut 250 jobs (2025-06-27 12:13:18)
  A spokesperson said the Sunderland plant remained 'at the forefront of our electrification strategy'.
• Welfare cuts: What are the Pip and universal credit changes? (2025-06-27 11:33:52)
  The planned changes to the benefits system will affect future claimants, not current claimants.
• Starmer U-turns on benefits cuts after Labour backlash (2025-06-27 11:17:40)
  Cuts to some disability benefits will only hit future claimants, not those already on it.
• Faisal Islam: How much will U-turn on disability benefits cost? (2025-06-27 09:32:46)
  The changes could cost up to £3bn which will have to come from higher taxes or cuts elsewhere, given the chancellor's self-imposed borrowing rules.
• UK car production plunges to 76-year low for May (2025-06-27 08:45:17)
  Exports to the US halved as President Donald Trump's tariffs caused some UK car makers to halt shipments.
• UK car output hit 76-year low in May as US tariffs hit exports (2025-06-27 07:59:47)
  Exports to the US halved as President Donald Trump's tariffs caused some UK car makers to halt shipments.
• 'We are terrified': Trump's migrant crackdown has workers and firms worried (2025-06-27 07:46:05)
  President Donald Trump's crackdown on immigrants could have serious economic repercussions.
• 'We can't do without these people': Trump's migrant crackdown has businesses worried (2025-06-27 07:46:05)
  President Donald Trump's crackdown on immigrants could have serious economic repercussions.
• Baby bank supports 11,000 families with essentials (2025-06-27 05:12:43)
  The charity has given out nearly half a million items such as nappies and clothes since it was set up.
• 'Fairy godmother' gifts 1,000 prom dresses to girls (2025-06-27 04:39:44)
  Stefanie Lakin's mission is for every girl and boy to go to the ball.
• Nike says Trump tariffs could raise its costs by $1bn (2025-06-27 01:38:03)
  Company executives say the sportwear giant will cut its reliance on producing goods in China to ease the impact of US trade policies.
• Nike pledges to cut reliance on Chinese factories (2025-06-27 01:38:03)
  Company executives say the sportwear giant will cut its reliance on producing goods in China to ease the impact of US trade policies.
• Should we be letting flies eat our food waste? (2025-06-26 23:10:12)
  In Lithuania and Australia, hungry fly larvae are used to process food waste into useful protein.
• Migrant crackdown risks choking off critical supply of US workers (2025-06-26 23:06:20)
  President Donald Trump's crackdown on immigrants could have serious economic repercussions.
• Post Office criminal trials unlikely before 2028, says police chief (2025-06-26 23:03:20)
  The police will not hand files to prosecutors until after the final report from the public inquiry into the scandal is published.
• UK's data agency has 'deep seated' issues, review finds (2025-06-26 17:00:56)
  Problems at the Office for National Statistics, which provides data informing policy decisions affecting millions, need to be addressed so it can rebuild its reputation, a review says.
• Pound hits near 4-year high as Trump rattles dollar (2025-06-26 15:05:15)
  A report that the US President could name the new head of the central bank early raises concerns over its independence.
• Ex-Barclays boss fails to overturn City job ban over Epstein link (2025-06-26 13:24:38)
  Jes Staley has been banned from holding top UK financial jobs over his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
• Families urged to sign up to 'holiday hunger' clubs (2025-06-26 09:06:43)
  More than 100 organisations will offer free meals and a range of activities across Bradford district.
• Food giant threatens to close UK biofuel plant after US tariff deal (2025-06-26 07:23:22)
  AB Foods warns it will shut the UK's biggest bioethanol producer unless the government steps in.
• Why your old mobile phone may be polluting Thailand (2025-06-26 06:43:54)
  The Asian nation is importing thousands of tonnes of electronic waste per year, despite a ban.
• Over £9.3m announced to support Surrey households (2025-06-26 05:00:00)
  A total of £9,324,930.29 will be available to support residents facing financial hardship.
• Sliced Bread (2025-06-26 05:00:00)
  Why did the DIY chain Homebase have to close all of its stores?
• No phone signal on your train? There may be a fix - by 2028 (2025-06-25 23:02:13)
  Network Rail signs deal which will it claims will see an improvement to phone connectivity on trains and stations.
• UK firms to be protected from cheap imports (2025-06-25 21:34:48)
  The government's plan comes as UK businesses worry about the impact of US President Donald Trump's trade tariffs.
• Pledge to protect UK firms from cheap imports (2025-06-25 21:34:48)
  The government's plan comes as UK businesses worry about the impact of US President Donald Trump's trade tariffs.
• Bumble to axe almost a third of staff as dating app struggles (2025-06-25 17:03:09)
  The firm's founder became the world's youngest self-made female billionaire when it launched on the US stock market.
• River Island reveals locations of 33 shop closures (2025-06-25 14:36:24)
  The retailer blames the rise of online shopping for its decision, which risks hundreds of jobs.
• People owe billions in council tax ahead of rises (2025-06-25 11:58:53)
  Figures show households are more than £8bn in arrears, as campaigners call for a change of approach.
• Brits spending more time on mobile phones than TV (2025-06-25 10:31:54)
  The amount of time Individuals spend looking at their phones surpasses the telly for the first time.
• Struggling homes owe billions in council tax ahead of rise (2025-06-25 10:09:59)
  Figures show households are more than £8bn in arrears, as campaigners call for a change of approach.
• Judge backs AI firm over use of copyrighted books (2025-06-25 09:55:59)
  A US court has ruled Anthropic was not breaching copyright rules when it trained its AI model on books.
• I lost £15,000 after going to an IVF middleman (2025-06-25 09:49:56)
  Companies that act as "middlemen" between patients and doctors are not regulated by the fertility watchdog.
• What are the Pip and universal credit changes and who is affected? (2025-06-25 08:54:10)
  More than 130 MPs are trying to block the government's planned changes to the benefits system.
• Post Office scandal victims claims not chased due to harassment fears (2025-06-25 08:38:00)
  The government has been criticised for not chasing up sub-postmasters to apply for compensation
• Government feared 'harassing' Post Office victims over claims (2025-06-25 07:32:22)
  The government has been criticised for not chasing up sub-postmasters to apply for compensation
• I paid £15,000 for arranging IVF then concierge clinic went bust (2025-06-25 04:33:25)
  Companies that act as "middlemen" between patients and doctors are not regulated by the fertility watchdog.
• Turmoil and trade wars dominate China's 'summer Davos' (2025-06-25 00:13:52)
  The conflict between Iran and Israel adds further uncertainty to an already strained global outlook.
• Post Office payout progress insufficient, MPs say (2025-06-24 23:05:03)
  Many sub-postmasters are yet to receive "fair and timely" compensation over Horizon IT scandal, a report says.
• 'A slap in the face' - Asos bans shoppers for making too many returns (2025-06-24 14:21:01)
  The retailer has been cracking down on customers with high return rates - but some say it is unfair.
• UK vows to spend 5% of GDP on national security by 2035 (2025-06-24 10:41:32)
  The announcement comes ahead of a two-day Nato summit in the Netherlands.
• US safety regulators contact Tesla over erratic robotaxis (2025-06-24 10:39:09)
  Videos posted online appear to show the newly launched self-driving cars speeding and driving in the wrong lane.
• Google may be forced to link to rival search platforms in the UK (2025-06-24 09:02:12)
  The Competition and Markets Authority says it wants to open up the UK search market.
• Oil prices tumble after Israel agrees to Iran ceasefire (2025-06-24 08:00:23)
  Crude has dropped by more than 5% with prices now below the level when Israel first launched its attack.
• Google may be forced to make changes to UK search (2025-06-24 06:32:31)
  The Competition and Markets Authority says it wants to open up the UK search market.
• Google may be forced to make changes to UK online search, says watchdog (2025-06-24 05:57:33)
  The Competition and Markets Authority says it wants to open the UK search market.
• Israel-Iran conflict disrupts Middle East flights (2025-06-24 03:35:39)
  Airlines scramble to cancel and reroute flights after Doha and Dubai airports shut briefly.
• Supercell boss: 'We need to take bigger risks' (2025-06-23 23:08:19)
  The boss of mobile gaming giant Supercell says the industry needs to take bigger risks to compete.
• How the attacks on Iran could affect energy bills and petrol prices (2025-06-23 12:28:35)
  Conflict in the Middle East often leads to higher energy prices, which can feed through to inflation.
• Let non-doms pay £250,000 and avoid some UK tax - Farage (2025-06-23 11:26:35)
  The Reform UK leader says money raised from the policy would go to the lowest-paid 10% of full-time workers.
• Cheaper energy part of 10-year plan for industry (2025-06-23 11:12:38)
  Plans to slash energy bills by up to 25% for over 7,000 UK businesses will be announced alongside other plans to boost growth.
• Tesla robotaxi 'low-key' launch in Texas (2025-06-23 10:52:41)
  Tesla hopes to rival firms already offering driverless ride-hailing in the US and around the world, such as Waymo, Zoox and Baidu.
• Strait of Hormuz: What happens if Iran shuts global oil corridor? (2025-06-23 10:05:17)
  Iran's threat to block the world's most vital oil transit point has raised fears of major global economic consequences.
• US asks China to stop Iran from closing Strait of Hormuz (2025-06-23 07:12:26)
  Iran's Press TV had earlier reported that parliament had approved a plan to close the Strait.
• Russia's economy is down but not out (2025-06-23 06:07:33)
  The country's economy has been surprisingly resilient but there are underlying problems.
• How China made electric vehicles mainstream (2025-06-22 23:17:26)
  The world's second largest economy is both the biggest producer and buyer of EVs.
• Lower energy costs part of government's 10-year plan for industry (2025-06-22 21:33:29)
  Plans to slash energy bills by up to 25% for over 7,000 UK businesses will be announced alongside other plans to boost growth.
• Tech giants unleash AI on weather forecasts: are they any good? (2025-06-19 23:02:58)
  The biggest tech firms are using AI to forecast the weather but is that better than existing models?
• Why Ukraine is one of the world's most digital countries (2025-06-16 23:16:55)
  Despite the war, Ukraine has developed of the most advanced systems for digital government services.
• Can shoes be made in the US without cheap labour? (2025-06-16 00:07:49)
  American production is possible, but it often needs to be automated to be cost effective.
• The women at the centre of Somalia's construction boom (2025-06-15 00:53:06)
  Mogadishu's rapid expansion after decades of war is giving unexpected opportunities in a male-dominated society.
• Race to mine metals for EV batteries threatens marine paradise (2025-06-15 00:29:33)
  Photographs appear to show how nickel mining damaged one the world's most diverse marine environments
• Indian scientists search for the perfect apple (2025-06-12 23:05:53)
  India can't grow enough apples to meet demand but farmers are struggling to raise production.
• A Belgrade landmark bombed by Nato could get Trump makeover (2025-06-11 23:12:36)
  The Serbian project, led by Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, has run into opposition and scandal.
• US tariff turmoil makes Spain's flagship foods seek other markets (2025-06-10 23:07:17)
  Spanish ham and olive oil producers are looking at other nations to replace sales in the US.
• China's electric cars are becoming slicker and cheaper - but is there a deeper cost? (2025-06-09 23:04:10)
  The future for EVs will inevitably involve China. But where does that leave the UK and Europe markets – and what of the questions around national security?
• From festivals to weddings: Why drone shows are booming (2025-06-09 23:01:54)
  Light shows involving hundreds and even thousands of drones are becoming big attractions.
• Why food firms are scrambling to cut down on ingredients (2025-06-06 14:05:19)
  Food firms are marketing ranges with fewer ingredients, but are they healthier?
• The Briefing Room (2025-06-05 15:00:00)
  From McKinley to Trump, the rise, fall and rise again of US tariffs.
• How airline fees have turned baggage into billions (2025-06-04 23:01:27)
  The amount carriers now charge for luggage is raising the ire of politicians and consumer groups.
• Are house prices too high to get on the property ladder? (2025-06-03 12:34:53)
  New data shows record house price rises are currently "centred" in south Wales.
• The British jet engine that failed in the 'Valley of Death' (2025-06-02 23:04:45)
  Workers at Reaction Engines felt they were close to completing a revolutionary jet engine.
• Chile's salmon farms hope for calmer waters (2025-05-28 23:06:39)
  Chilean salmon producers are being criticised for operating in some of the country's national parks.
• 'We make more money from weddings now than farming' (2025-05-27 23:29:27)
  From falconry and helicopter rides to spas and solar farms, three quarters of farmers now have a side hustle.
• Frugal tech: The start-ups working on cheap innovation (2025-05-26 23:03:01)
  Indian start-ups are using local materials and innovative ideas to make useful and affordable products.
• Winemakers finding Trump's tariffs hard to swallow (2025-05-25 23:11:04)
  Wine producers in both France and the US are unhappy at the US president's trade actions.
• Driving instructors say rising prices are fair - but learners can't keep up (2025-05-24 23:18:06)
  Paige Williams, a single mum from Barnsley, says she's having to drastically cut back on spending to afford her £35-an-hour driving lessons.
• How a joke about rice cost a Japan cabinet minister his job (2025-05-21 21:40:22)
  Soaring rice prices are a powerful trigger in Japan, where shortages have caused political upsets before.
• The secretive US factory that lays bare the contradiction in Trump's America First plan (2025-05-18 21:55:21)
  An exclusive look inside the closely guarded factory the president wants to become a foundation stone for a US golden age.
• Xi's real test is not Trump's trade war (2025-04-30 05:40:17)
  The real battleground of the current trade war might be China's domestic economy
• The curious case of why a billionaire wants to buy Royal Mail (2025-04-13 23:27:04)
  From the end of April, the 500-year-old Royal Mail will be controlled by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky who co-owns a football club - but why does he want it?
• Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy (2025-04-05 23:59:04)
  What made the US step back from the system that it profited handsomely from for decades?

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