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Cost of living payment date brought forward (2026-04-28 05:11:00)
The government said payments - normally made in autumn - will be given out in July.
My tenant owes £15,000 in rent, but I can't get them out of the property (2026-04-27 23:56:45)
Landlords tell BBC News why they fear new laws could make it harder to remove problematic tenants.
'I had £20,000 stolen and had to fight a 13-month fraud reporting rule to get it back' (2026-04-27 23:03:39)
Sarah has now got her money back but there are calls to reform the deadline for reporting scams to banks.
Why Spotify has no button to filter out AI music (2026-04-27 23:03:10)
Music streamer Deezer allows users to filter out AI music, so why does Spotify not offer the same?
'My husband might give up work to care for our kids' - nursery bills in Wales highest in Britain (2026-04-27 21:43:01)
Parents in Wales say the cost of childcare is one of their biggest worries ahead of the election.
European flight prices are falling in short term, Wizz Air boss says (2026-04-27 18:44:10)
While many airlines say they are raising prices due to high fuel costs, József Váradi says European airlines are trying to boost demand
Greggs removes cabinets in shoplifting hotspots (2026-04-27 16:48:46)
Greggs is removing display cabinets in London stores that have been most severely hit by shoplifters.
Superdry co-founder accused of raping woman (2026-04-27 16:25:51)
James Holder, 54, is accused of raping the woman after a night out in 2022, but denies the charges.
Claire's closes all 154 stores in UK and Ireland with loss of 1,300 jobs (2026-04-27 16:01:37)
All of the chain's standalone stores have stopped trading in the UK and Ireland.
Why Elon Musk and Sam Altman are fighting over OpenAI (2026-04-27 14:12:09)
Musk, who co-founded the company that created ChatGPT with Altman, wants more than $130 billion in damages in a lawsuit that could shakeup the artificial intelligence landscape.
China blocks Meta's $2bn acquisition of AI start-up Manus (2026-04-27 12:21:42)
It comes after months of scrutiny by Chinese regulators over deal struck with Facebook owner.
Less bread and WFH Fridays – what Pret boss knows about our habits (2026-04-27 06:44:54)
Customers want great value but that doesn't necessarily mean the cheapest products, says Pano Christou.
Average rent up to nearly £1,000 in Plymouth (2026-04-27 04:59:39)
A housing charity boss says more and more people are struggling to find somewhere to live.
'I don't want the children to see how worried we are': UK family finances hit by Iran war (2026-04-27 04:55:34)
British families tell BBC Panorama how the Iran war is affecting their monthly budgets.
Oil prices rise as US-Iran peace talks stall (2026-04-27 01:16:50)
President Trump said on Saturday that the US had cancelled plans to send a team to Pakistan for negotiations.
How climate change threatens the economic backbone of the Pacific (2026-04-26 23:16:41)
Tuna populations around the Pacific Islands could move away as ocean temperatures increase.
The Chinese sports brand taking on Nike and Adidas (2026-04-26 22:24:41)
Now one of the biggest sportswear firms, Anta's rise follows a playbook adopted by many Chinese giants.
'There's so much I want to give my daughter - poverty means I can't' (2026-04-26 20:56:11)
Around a third of Welsh children live in poverty, the highest among the four UK nations.
Higher prices could last for eight months after Iran war, minister says (2026-04-26 09:54:53)
Officials are monitoring stock levels and planning for any potential disruptions to the supply chain.
England shirt overpriced, says £40k kits collector (2026-04-25 06:01:08)
Collector Les Motherby says classic England shirts are often better value than new ones.
Rescue centre facing eviction makes funding appeal (2026-04-25 05:33:29)
Redhead Rescues Animal Sanctuary in Northamptonshire wants to buy its own land.
China car giant BYD says it can thrive without US (2026-04-24 21:25:16)
With the price of fuel rising China's BYD says it is positioning itself to benefit from the global shift away from fossil fuels.
US justice department drops probe into Fed chairman Jerome Powell (2026-04-24 15:21:27)
President Donald Trump had accused Powell of improper cost overruns in renovating the Fed's building.
Island's inflation rate is 2.7%, new figures show (2026-04-24 14:10:34)
Statistics Jersey says there have been "sharp increases" in some energy prices.
How does it affect me if share prices fall? (2026-04-24 09:39:48)
Changes in the FTSE 100 and other indexes are not just for financial experts, they can affect our lives.
Meta to cut one in 10 jobs after spending billions on AI (2026-04-24 07:31:35)
The cuts, which employees had been expecting for weeks, will be Meta's largest layoff since 2023.
White House memo claims mass AI theft by Chinese firms (2026-04-24 00:58:58)
A memo from Michael Kratsios says firms, mainly in China, are wrongfully distilling US AI models.
US soldier charged after winning $400,000 betting on removal of Maduro (2026-04-24 00:21:32)
Gannon Ken Van Dyke allegedly made trades on Polymarket on the basis of classified information, the justice department says.
From scientist to silk farmer: India's silk industry renewal (2026-04-23 23:50:01)
Silk production is an increasingly high-tech business in India.
Stock markets are too high and set to fall, says Bank of England deputy (2026-04-23 23:15:25)
It is unusual for a senior figure at the Bank to be so forthright on market movements.
Meta says it will cut 8,000 jobs as AI spending soars (2026-04-23 22:56:00)
The cuts, which employees had been expecting for weeks, will be Meta's largest layoff since 2023.
Meta says it will cut 8,000 jobs as AI spending grows (2026-04-23 19:12:22)
The cuts, which employees had been expecting for weeks, will be Meta's largest layoff since 2023.
Which airlines are cancelling flights to the UK - and what can you do? (2026-04-23 16:47:41)
Airlines are putting up prices and cancelling flights in response to higher jet fuel prices.
What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed? (2026-04-23 16:19:01)
We look at the different circumstances that affect you if you're due a refund for cancelled or delayed flights.
Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount's $111bn takeover (2026-04-23 16:15:45)
The approval came as Donald Trump is to attend a dinner with billionaire Paramount backers the Ellisons.
What the Warner Bros deal could mean for streaming, cinemas and news (2026-04-23 15:54:27)
If Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros goes ahead it could significantly reshape Hollywood.
Asbestos toy warnings (2026-04-23 14:16:30)
Asbestos toy warnings
UK borrowing lowest for three years but Iran war clouds outlook (2026-04-23 11:37:59)
The improvement in government finances is unlikely to last, analysts say, with the impact of the Iran way yet to hit.
Grocers aim for cost-of-living help 'with dignity' (2026-04-23 10:40:42)
Produce from Woking Community Grocery is offered to customers at a significantly reduced rate.
Asos demands £7m from US as firms rush to claim tariff refunds (2026-04-23 10:05:49)
Hundreds of thousands of firms could potentially win back some money after the tariffs were struck down.
UK borrowing lowest for three years but Iran war clouds outlook (2026-04-23 09:38:24)
The improvement in government finances is unlikely to last, analysts say, with the impact of the Iran way yet to hit.
High street drug dealer sells cannabis to undercover reporter (2026-04-23 09:16:28)
Across the UK, shopfronts are being exploited by criminal gangs pushing illegal drugs, experts say.
Annual UK borrowing falls by £20bn but Iran war clouds outlook (2026-04-23 07:38:45)
The improvement in government finances is unlikely to last, analysts say, with the impact of the Iran way yet to hit.
AI is already leading to fewer jobs for young people, says Sunak (2026-04-23 06:45:39)
The former prime minister said graduates' concerns about getting entry-level jobs are justified.
Watch: BBC goes undercover at mini-mart selling drugs (2026-04-23 05:02:00)
BBC UK editor Ed Thomas confronts a shopkeeper secretly filmed selling cannabis and cocaine to one of our researchers.
High Street mini-marts selling cocaine, cannabis and prescription drugs, BBC secret filming reveals (2026-04-23 04:59:56)
Across the UK, shopfronts are being exploited by criminal gangs pushing illegal drugs, experts say.
How a pivot to hair accessories led to business success (2026-04-22 23:04:39)
Jenny Lennick's colourful hair clips are sold across the US and around the world.
AI is flattening the jobs market for young people, says Sunak (2026-04-22 23:01:09)
The former prime minister said graduates' concerns about getting entry-level jobs are justified.
Eliminate jobs tax for workers to compete with AI, says Sunak (2026-04-22 22:14:20)
The former prime minister said graduates' concerns about getting entry-level jobs are justified.
China weathered Trump's tariffs - but the Iran war is taking a toll (2026-04-22 21:23:25)
The Middle East conflict is putting pressure on factory orders, costs and jobs in China's export-driven economy.
Billionaire backer sues Trump family's crypto firm over alleged extortion (2026-04-22 18:10:42)
Billionaire investor Justin Sun is suing the family's World Liberty crypto venture after spending $45m on its tokens.
Four arrested over suspected home insulation scheme fraud (2026-04-22 17:26:22)
The Serious Fraud Office raided homes and businesses over alleged conspiracy to defraud public money.
Inflation: What do price increases mean for you? (2026-04-22 17:09:20)
Prices went up by 3.3% in March, but what does that mean for you asks the BBC's Colletta Smith.
Trump family's crypto firm sued over alleged 'extortion' (2026-04-22 16:14:20)
Billionaire investor Justin Sun is suing the family's World Liberty crypto venture after spending $45m on its tokens.
Red Rooster festival cancelled due to rising costs (2026-04-22 16:09:22)
Organisers say it has not been possible to secure the funding to "deliver this year's event".
How will car finance compensation payments work? (2026-04-22 14:28:12)
Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.
Northern Ireland energy prices 'could stay high into winter' (2026-04-22 11:43:17)
NI Affairs Committee told even if conflict ends immediately it will take time for supply chains to return to normal.
Flights, food and fuel: What you need to know about the latest inflation figures (2026-04-22 11:39:25)
How high could inflation get? And what could it mean for borrowers and savers around the country?
Three ways the latest inflation figures affect you (2026-04-22 11:39:25)
How high could inflation get? And what could it mean for borrowers and savers around the country?
Oil prices fluctuate as Trump extends Iran war ceasefire (2026-04-22 10:45:39)
The president also said the US will continue to blockade Iran's ports until peace talks progress.
Lufthansa cuts 20,000 summer flights as fuel prices surge (2026-04-22 10:31:29)
The airline is the latest to cut flights as the US-Israel war with Iran sends jet fuel prices soaring.
McDonald's boss on abuse claims: 'I don't want to talk about the past' (2026-04-22 10:18:15)
A BBC investigation in 2023 heard from more than 100 McDonald's workers in the UK claiming they faced sexual assault, harassment, racism, and bullying
Could UK interest rates go up? (2026-04-22 10:17:43)
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
Car finance compensation scheme faces challenge and delay (2026-04-22 09:51:48)
The move could further delay payouts to millions of drivers who were mis-sold motor finance.
Why are UK prices rising more quickly? (2026-04-22 09:32:18)
The war in Iran has pushed UK Inflation further above the Bank of England's 2% target.
UK inflation rises after Iran war pushes up fuel prices (2026-04-22 08:07:02)
The figures provide the first official look at the impact of the Iran war on the cost of living in the UK.
Price rise contingency plans 'ready if needed' (2026-04-22 05:24:32)
The Manx treasury says plans are in place to protect essential services in the wake of the Iran war.
War in Iran 'has put up our fuel bill by £100,000' (2026-04-22 05:19:19)
How are rising oil prices affecting truckers, carers and heating oil users?
Charities deal with impact of higher fuel prices (2026-04-22 05:07:39)
Ferrying items has been made more difficult by fuel price increases of 35%, one charity says.
Help for people who use heating oil is on the way (2026-04-22 05:02:51)
North Lincolnshire Council is encouraging households to sign up for a support scheme.
World's biggest condom maker set to raise prices due to Iran war (2026-04-22 03:28:52)
Malaysia-based Karex produces more than five billion condoms a year and supplies global brands like Durex and Trojan.
World's biggest maker of condoms set to raise prices due to Iran war (2026-04-22 03:28:52)
Malaysia-based Karex produces more than five billion condoms a year and supplies global brands like Durex and Trojan.
Oil prices fluctuate as status of US-Iran peace talks remains unclear (2026-04-22 01:18:36)
US President Donald Trump said he will extend a ceasefire with Iran until peace talks have progressed.
Oil prices dip as status of US-Iran peace talks remains unclear (2026-04-22 01:18:36)
US President Donald Trump said he will extend a ceasefire with Iran until peace talks have progressed.
Oil prices dip as Trump extends Iran war ceasefire (2026-04-22 01:18:36)
The president also said the US will continue to blockade Iran's ports until peace talks progress.
I was left with an £8,000 vet bill when my insurer cancelled my pet policy (2026-04-21 23:38:38)
Thousands of people have got in touch with BBC Your Voice over concerns about rising pet insurance costs and poor cover.
Meta to track workers' clicks and keystrokes to train AI (2026-04-21 22:47:56)
The firm will take data from the way employees work for its artificial intelligence models.
Hotpot, bubble tea and sportswear: China's new exports take on the world (2026-04-21 22:10:22)
Made in China used to mean cheap, mass-produced goods but a new wave of Chinese brands is emerging.
OpenAI faces criminal probe over role of ChatGPT in shooting (2026-04-21 19:15:34)
The firm, co-founded by Sam Altman, said it is "not responsible" for the attack at Florida State University
From Epstein to sock puppets: Key takeaways from Kevin Warsh's Fed confirmation hearing (2026-04-21 18:59:39)
He denied making a deal with Donald Trump on interest rates and backed "policy regime change" at the central bank.
Air fares soar by nearly 25% as Iran war forces flights to re-route (2026-04-21 16:57:34)
Airspace restrictions caused by the conflict sent plane ticket prices higher, research shows.
Water charges and rates increase could help Stormont 'raise £3bn a year' (2026-04-21 15:39:47)
Stormont would have £3bn a year extra if they cut jobs, increased rates and introduced water charges.
Middle East war has pushed up air fares 24%, research shows (2026-04-21 15:20:51)
The consultancy Teneo says airspace restrictions caused by the conflict have forced airlines to reroute many flights.
Uni staff strike for cost of living 'weighting' (2026-04-21 11:46:13)
Library, museum, finance and IT staff are among members of Unite taking action over pay.
Royal Mail to ask part-time posties to work more to meet letter targets (2026-04-21 11:31:45)
Royal Mail has faced a chorus of criticism for failing to meet its targets on letter delivery.
What is happening to gas and electricity prices? (2026-04-21 09:36:38)
Typical household bills fell by 7% when the new energy cap took effect on 1 April 2026.
Unemployment rate unexpectedly falls as fewer students look for work (2026-04-21 09:34:49)
The drop has been largely driven by a rise in the number of people not actively seeking work.
Electricity bills targeted in planned shakeup to energy pricing (2026-04-21 09:27:10)
The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.
Collapsed law firm at centre of £39.5m fraud probe (2026-04-21 09:00:38)
Sheffield-based PM Law Ltd, which had 25 offices across England, closed suddenly on 2 February.
High electricity bills targeted in planned shakeup to energy pricing (2026-04-21 08:19:50)
The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.
UK unemployment rate drops unexpectedly (2026-04-21 07:45:06)
Most analysts had predicted the rate would remain unchanged at 5.2%.
New era for Apple as names new boss to replace Tim Cook after 15 years (2026-04-21 05:57:56)
John Ternus will take over running the technology giant as Cook steps up to become executive chairman.
New era as Apple names new boss to replace Tim Cook after 15 years (2026-04-21 05:57:56)
Ternus will take over running the technology giant in September as Cook steps up to become executive chairman.
Pop-up shop helps families cope with rising costs (2026-04-21 05:35:19)
Customers receive tokens to claim up to 10 free items, from clothing to everyday home essentials.
Charity offers 'stigma-free' food poverty service (2026-04-21 05:09:06)
The Devon charity shop lets food bank users select items rather than be given pre-prepared parcels.
'Supercharger' call for threatened ceramics firm (2026-04-21 05:07:29)
A petition is calling for struggling Denby Pottery to be added to a government support scheme.
'Price of red diesel is putting us in the red' (2026-04-21 05:05:19)
Lincolnshire grower says rising costs have forced her to reconsider her son's nursery fees.
Government to propose electricity price changes in clean power push (2026-04-21 00:51:30)
The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.
The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough (2026-04-20 23:09:41)
A stellarator is difficult to build, but could it be the best way to make fusion energy work?
The 20-somethings juggling three jobs to make ends meet (2026-04-20 23:08:10)
While UK unemployment is at a five-year-high, increasing numbers of those in work have more than one job.
Petrol thefts surge as Iran war pushes up fuel costs (2026-04-20 23:04:23)
One petrol retailer says he is experiencing about five drive-offs a week at each forecourt, costing him thousands.
Apple names new chief executive to replace Tim Cook (2026-04-20 22:03:26)
John Ternus will take over running the technology giant as Cook steps up to become executive chairman.
Are insider traders making millions from the Iran war? (2026-04-20 22:02:06)
The BBC has found suspicious trading patterns that correlate with some of the president's most market-moving statements.
Why your recycled clothes could end up in this South American desert (2026-04-19 23:02:11)
Old garments from around the world are being discarded in the South American country.
Scammers are becoming ever more sophisticated - this is what the fightback looks like (2026-04-18 23:02:48)
Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers?
Could a digital twin make you into a 'superworker'? (2026-04-16 23:04:15)
Firms say digital twins make staff more productive, but are they a potential legal minefield?
Back to books - Sweden's schools cutting back on digital learning (2026-04-15 23:06:43)
Swedish classrooms swap laptops for books, pens and paper, raising concerns from the tech sector.
Quantum computing: A tech race Europe could win? (2026-04-13 23:35:56)
With some promising computing companies in the field, could Europe be a leader in quantum tech?
The Dutch village at risk of being demolished (2026-04-12 23:20:52)
Moerdijk has been earmarked for removal, to make way for a vast electricity substation.
'Every drop of water counts': Fear for the future of Argentina's glaciers (2026-04-11 02:02:56)
A controversial law to ease protections for the glaciers has passed, opening the doors for mining.
TV for dogs booms but are they watching? (2026-04-09 23:06:25)
TV channels for dogs are multiplying but research is mixed on whether dogs are watching.
The construction boss who built a new life after three years in prison (2026-04-08 23:04:10)
Traci Quinn, who was jailed for a drugs offence, has transformed herself and set up a successful firm.
The US refinery now processing Venezuelan oil (2026-04-07 23:00:31)
Chevron is now importing 250,000 barrels of crude per day from Venezuela.
The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high (2026-03-28 06:30:45)
Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
Prepare for turbulence - how a prolonged Middle East conflict could reshape how we fly (2026-03-26 00:41:16)
The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.
Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers (2026-03-20 00:01:51)
Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?
The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse (2026-01-11 01:26:18)
There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?

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