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• 'I don't want to buy a £4 coffee just so I can use the loo' (2025-01-26 00:38:53)
  Should cafés let people who don't buy anything use their toilets?
• The French winemaker whose wines are illegal in his home country (2025-01-25 02:26:12)
  Maxime Chapoutier makes wines that combine French and Australian grapes, a strict no-no in the EU.
• Davos elite nod along as Trump delivers ultimatum (2025-01-24 22:06:50)
  President Trump's 'America First' message takes shape, as the rest of the world begins to digest what it might mean for them and global trade.
• Trump urged not to put massive tariffs on UK (2025-01-24 17:15:11)
  Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds says there is no need for tariffs because the US has no goods trade deficit with the UK.
• Clampdown on fake Google reviews announced (2025-01-24 15:19:21)
  Businesses which boost their star ratings will have warnings attached to them - fake reviewers will be banned.
• Three investigates 999 calls not getting through during outage (2025-01-24 11:47:49)
  The company said the problems with its services on Thursday are now fixed.
• 'Costs just keep rising' - jump in firms in trouble (2025-01-24 11:35:08)
  Businesses in the most distress include those in hospitality, leisure and retail, say insolvency specialists.
• What are my rights if home and travel are hit by storms? (2025-01-24 10:41:39)
  Your rights explained as residents and businesses count the cost of storm damage.
• Three admits 999 calls didn't get through during outage (2025-01-24 09:44:27)
  The company says it has now launched an investigation to determine the cause.
• Campaigners dismiss loan charge review as 'sham' (2025-01-24 09:41:38)
  The charge aimed to close a tax loophole and recover backdated taxes, but has left many facing big bills.
• Record jump in number of firms in financial distress (2025-01-24 08:58:53)
  Businesses in the most distress include those in hospitality, leisure and retail, say insolvency specialists.
• Three say outage fixed but warn of storm disruption (2025-01-24 08:56:22)
  It comes after Three mobile customers tell BBC outage prevented 999 calls
• Trump told not to put massive tariffs on UK (2025-01-24 08:40:00)
  Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds says there is no need for tariffs because the US has no goods trade deficit with the UK.
• Rolls-Royce strikes £9bn nuclear submarine deal (2025-01-24 06:07:36)
  A deal for nuclear submarine reactors is agreed between the Ministry of Defence and Rolls-Royce.
• Bank of Japan raises rates to highest in 17 years (2025-01-24 04:23:58)
  The move comes hours after economic data showed prices rose last month at the fastest pace in 16 months.
• UK has not ruled out EU food trade deal, says minister (2025-01-24 03:37:06)
  Jonathan Reynolds told the BBC doing a deal to ease UK exports of food would not cross the government's red lines
• UnitedHealthcare names new boss after former CEO killed (2025-01-24 00:39:37)
  The company's former chief executive Brian Thompson was shot and killed in December.
• How to make oxygen on the moon (2025-01-24 00:02:10)
  Engineers are working on systems that can turn lunar regolith into useful elements like oxygen.
• Record numbers of businesses in financial distress (2025-01-24 00:01:05)
  There's been a record jump in the number of companies in critical financial distress, according to insolvency specialists.
• Customers say Three mobile outage preventing 999 calls (2025-01-23 20:42:18)
  There have also been several thousand reports of problems from users of Smarty and ID Mobile.
• Trump urges Opec to slash oil prices (2025-01-23 18:38:49)
  President Trump said he wants OPEC and Saudi Arabia to bring down the price of oil which he says is fuelling the Russia-Ukraine war.
• Trump urges Opec countries to slash oil prices (2025-01-23 18:38:49)
  President Trump said he wants OPEC and Saudi Arabia to bring down the price of oil which he says is fuelling the Russia-Ukraine war.
• Three mobile customers tell BBC outage preventing 999 calls (2025-01-23 18:04:47)
  There have also been several thousand reports of problems from users of Smarty and ID Mobile.
• Three outage leaves thousands unable to make calls (2025-01-23 17:05:50)
  There have also been several thousand reports of problems from users of Smarty and ID Mobile.
• 'Serious and systemic' problems found in insulated homes (2025-01-23 16:54:55)
  All homes with external wall insulation fitted under two government schemes will be contacted by the energy regulator.
• What are my rights if my home is flooded or damaged? (2025-01-23 15:59:55)
  Your rights explained as residents and businesses count the cost of storm damage.
• Sainsbury's to cut 3,000 jobs and shut cafés (2025-01-23 13:15:30)
  The changes are part of a cost-cutting plan, but recent tax rises for businesses have also been a factor.
• Rachel Reeves to soften non-dom tax changes (2025-01-23 13:05:20)
  It comes after critics warned the plans could prompt wealthy people to leave the UK.
• Banks raise concerns over benefit debt recovery powers (2025-01-23 12:39:52)
  The biggest group representing UK banks says the measures could conflict with customer protections.
• Reddit groups ban X links in protest at Musk arm gesture (2025-01-23 11:45:11)
  Moderators of groups with millions of users say the block is a result of the billionaire's on-stage gesture.
• EU 'could consider' UK joining pan-Europe customs scheme (2025-01-23 07:14:37)
  The UK joining the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean Convention is up for discussion in reset talks, says Maros Sefcovic.
• LinkedIn accused of using private messages to train AI (2025-01-23 04:16:46)
  The lawsuit alleges LinkedIn tried to conceal its actions but the firm says the claims are false.
• PM vows to curb 'Nimby' legal blocks on infrastructure (2025-01-23 01:56:32)
  The government wants to cut the number of legal challenges to infrastructure projects.
• 'I got a credit card as I lost winter fuel payment' (2025-01-23 00:02:56)
  Pensioners who lost winter fuel money after government changes tell the BBC the last few months have been a struggle.
• 'I got a credit card and overdraft after I lost winter fuel payment' (2025-01-23 00:02:56)
  Pensioners who lost winter fuel money after government changes tell the BBC the last few months have been a struggle.
• EU 'could consider' UK joining pan-Europe customs area (2025-01-23 00:01:15)
  The UK re-joining the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean Convention is up for discussion in reset talks, says Maros Sefcovic.
• Tesco, Aldi and Lidl hit back at farm inheritance tax (2025-01-22 19:02:13)
  Tesco, Aldi and Lidl call for rethink of inheritance levy announced in Budget
• Tech giants are putting $500bn into 'Stargate' to build up AI in US (2025-01-22 18:16:00)
  Trump has extolled the project as an important investment, but Elon Musk is throwing shade on it.
• Reeves optimistic despite surprise rise in UK borrowing (2025-01-22 16:31:04)
  Borrowing - the difference between spending and tax revenue - hit its highest December level for four years.
• What Trump has done since taking power (2025-01-22 12:25:07)
  The Republican has started his second term at a fast pace. Here's a handy guide to waht he's done so far.
• TikTokers offered $5,000 to join Facebook and Instagram (2025-01-22 11:40:13)
  Meta's attempt to lure creators to its platforms comes as questions remain over the future of its main rival in the US.
• Blow to Reeves as UK borrowing unexpectedly jumps (2025-01-22 11:20:00)
  Borrowing - the difference between spending and tax revenue - was £17.8bn last month, putting more pressure on the chancellor.
• Tech giants announce $500bn 'Stargate' AI plan in US (2025-01-22 10:49:15)
  OpenAI, Oracle, Softbank and MGX join forces to build artificial intelligence infrastructure.
• Surprise as UK December borrowing hits four-year high (2025-01-22 08:18:06)
  Borrowing - the difference between spending and tax revenue- was £17.8bn last month.
• HMRC denies 'deliberately poor' phone service (2025-01-22 07:18:21)
  Thousands on hold to HMRC's helpline say they were cut off after waiting for 70 minutes.
• UK borrowing hits highest December level for four years (2025-01-22 07:12:50)
  Borrowing - the difference between spending and tax revenue- was £17.8bn last month.
• US tech giants announce AI plan worth up to $500bn (2025-01-22 04:50:20)
  OpenAI, Oracle and Softbank join forces to build artificial intelligence infrastructure.
• Trump considers 10% tariff on China from February (2025-01-22 00:46:27)
  The new president accused China of sending fentanyl to Mexico and Canada which ends up in the US.
• Netflix to raise prices as new subscribers soar (2025-01-22 00:44:13)
  Squid Game and live sports, including the Jake Paul v Mike Tyson fight, fuelled new memberships.
• Thousands on hold to HMRC 'cut off after 70 minutes' (2025-01-22 00:06:32)
  HMRC denies running a "deliberately poor" phone service in an attempt to push customers online.
• Waitrose brings back free coffee for non-shoppers (2025-01-21 22:30:27)
  The supermarket's loyalty scheme members can get a hot drink without making a purchase.
• US markets rise as Trump holds off on tariffs (2025-01-21 21:52:12)
  The US president stopped short of widespread import taxes but threatened Canada and Mexico with tariffs.
• Treasury steps in to protect car loan firms' payouts (2025-01-21 18:51:43)
  The government is concerned major compensation for the mis-selling scandal could hurt the car industry.
• Government ousts UK competition watchdog chair (2025-01-21 18:18:41)
  Marcus Bokkerink is leaving as the government signals it is serious about growth, the BBC understands.
• China calls for 'win-win' solution to trade tensions (2025-01-21 17:20:14)
  With the threat of a trade war looming, China's first vice premier says the country wants to boost imports.
• What executive orders has Trump signed after taking office? (2025-01-21 15:25:50)
  The Republican quickly set about using his new powers to approve executive actions on a host of policy priorities.
• Nearly half of toys sold under £15 as parents cut back (2025-01-21 14:59:41)
  An "unsettled economy" is blamed for falling sales of toys for the third consecutive year.
• Investors cautious as Trump signals new tariffs (2025-01-21 14:55:44)
  The US president said he is considering imposing new tariffs on Canada and Mexico from 1 February.
• Heathrow and Gatwick airport could expand under plans (2025-01-21 10:03:26)
  Airports across the UK could expand as part of the government's drive for economic growth.
• Pay after inflation rises at fastest rate since 2021 (2025-01-21 08:57:49)
  Wage growth increased by 3.4% after taking into account inflation, driven by strong increases in the private sector.
• Private sector pay rises drive up wage growth (2025-01-21 07:11:07)
  Wage growth increased by 5.6% annually in the UK, driven by strong increases in the private sector.
• Delay to TikTok ban gets Trump sign-off (2025-01-21 05:04:09)
  The order was among a slew of directives Trump signed on Monday evening.
• What executive orders did Trump sign on day one? (2025-01-21 04:15:35)
  The Republican quickly set about using his new powers to approve executive actions on a host of policy priorities.
• Stock markets cautious as Trump signals new tariffs (2025-01-21 03:15:37)
  The US president said he is considering imposing new tariffs on Canada and Mexico from 1 February.
• Executive order delaying TikTok ban gets Trump sign-off (2025-01-21 03:09:24)
  The order was among a slew of directives Trump signed on Monday evening.
• Day One: Trump signs executive orders on climate, immigration and energy (2025-01-21 02:43:22)
  The Republican quickly set about using his new powers to approve executive actions on a host of policy priorities.
• Stock markets move higher after Trump inauguration (2025-01-21 01:04:59)
  The new US president has outlined a pro-business agenda for his second term in the White House.
• Inside Iceland's futuristic farm growing algae for food (2025-01-21 00:00:04)
  Next to a geothermal plant in Iceland a start-up is growing microalgae for food.
• Panama rejects Trump vow to 'take back' Panama Canal (2025-01-20 22:44:32)
  Donald Trump claims China is operating the key US trade route but Panama says it belongs to them.
• What executive orders is Trump expected to sign on day one? (2025-01-20 22:14:53)
  The president is expected to issue a series of orders that will affect US immigration, energy policy, culture war issues and other matters.
• Rail nationalisation not a silver bullet, says Labour (2025-01-20 19:33:04)
  The Transport Secretary says taking operators into public ownership doesn't guarantee good service.
• Cidermaker wins appeal in 'lookalike' dispute with Aldi (2025-01-20 13:30:28)
  The Somerset cider-maker wins an appeal after claiming Aldi had copied its packaging and taste.
• Brexit fishing row heads for trade court showdown (2025-01-20 11:14:26)
  The UK has banned European vessels from catching the silvery fish species in its North Sea waters but the EU is challenging the move.
• 'I got £955 from a Child Trust Fund I didn't know I had' (2025-01-20 08:00:28)
  Latonya Skye-Paterson discovers she is one of thousands of people with money to claim on turning 18.
• Working from home 'not proper work' - ex-Asda boss (2025-01-20 05:55:37)
  Lord Rose says it harms productivity but expert says hybrid work can be as good as full-time in the office.
• Melania Trump launches her own cryptocurrency (2025-01-20 03:54:13)
  $Melania is announced a day after President-elect Donald Trump launched his own cryptocurrency, $Trump.
• Child Trust Funds worth billions unclaimed: 'I got £955' (2025-01-20 00:11:11)
  Latonya Skye-Paterson discovers she is one of thousands of people with money to claim on turning 18.
• TikTok restores service in US after Trump pledge (2025-01-19 20:17:14)
  TikTok is resuming services to its 170 million users in US after President-elect Donald Trump said he would give the app a reprieve.
• Trump will want a good deal with UK, says minister (2025-01-19 12:20:42)
  Darren Jones, the chancellor's second-in-command, is confident UK-US trading relationships could be deepened.
• TikTok stops working as US ban comes into force (2025-01-19 12:02:19)
  A message appearing for US users says they "can't use TikTok for now".
• Could TikTok ever be banned in the UK too? (2025-01-19 08:34:27)
  Analysts have suggested it is "just matter of time" until the US ban on TikTok spreads.
• TikTok goes offline in the US hours before ban due to come in (2025-01-19 04:46:29)
  A message appearing for US users said a law banning TikTok had been enacted, meaning "you can't use TikTok for now".
• Shein backlash fails to deter shoppers: 'I spend £20 a month' (2025-01-19 01:07:32)
  Some young shoppers will continue to buy from the fast fashion giant despite concerns over how workers are treated.
• 'I live with my mum because I can't afford to move out' (2025-01-19 01:03:08)
  Living with your parents in your 20s and 30s has its challenges, but many can't afford to move out.
• Trump says he will 'most likely' give TikTok 90-day reprieve from ban (2025-01-18 21:42:06)
  Trump says an announcement will probably come once he takes office on Monday about the app's future in the US.
• Has Trump promised too much on US economy? (2025-01-18 02:13:25)
  He won the election partly to fix inflation but Trump may find his pledges on prices and tariffs conflict, say experts.
• Fears empty restaurant TikTok trend could last (2025-01-17 22:31:54)
  There are fears that tax and wage rises mean restaurants and bars will be quieter than usual all year.
• The US farm workers coming from Guatemala - on a legal visa (2025-01-17 00:08:13)
  Trump will target undocumented migrants but it is unclear if legal visas like the H-2A will survive.
• How AI can spot diseases that doctors aren't looking for (2025-01-17 00:07:03)
  AI can take a second look at medical scans and flag up potential problems that doctors might not see.
• What's the secret to Denmark's happy work-life balance? (2025-01-16 00:08:50)
  The Nordic nation doesn't require staff to work long hours and has a generous welfare system.
• GPs turn to AI to help with patient workload (2025-01-14 00:09:07)
  Should more AI be used to help GPs with consultations and administrative work?
• How AI uncovers new ways to tackle difficult diseases (2025-01-10 00:17:34)
  Pharmaceutical firms are turning to AI to find new molecules that might be able to tackle disease.
• 'Trump 2.0' looms large over the global economy (2025-01-09 01:29:15)
  Donald Trump's planned tariffs are expected to greatly impact international trade in 2025.

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