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Number of headlines in database: 104
Last update: 2025-06-20 22:21:03
Number of headlines in database: 104
Last update: 2025-06-20 22:21:03
BBC Business Headlines
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River Island set to close 33 shops (2025-06-20 15:00:12)
The retailer blames the rise of online shopping for its decision, which risks hundreds of jobs. -
BBC threatens AI firm with legal action over unauthorised content use (2025-06-20 13:57:46)
It is first time that the BBC has taken such action regarding alleged scraping of its content for AI. -
Thames Water nationalisation prep 'stepped up' (2025-06-20 11:36:34)
The Environment Secretary Steve Reed says the government "stand ready for all eventualities". -
Telegram boss says he will leave fortune to over 100 children he has fathered (2025-06-20 09:05:13)
The technology tycoon said his children would not have access to their inheritance for 30 years. -
Telegram boss to leave fortune to over 100 children he has fathered (2025-06-20 08:01:14)
The technology tycoon said his children would not have access to their inheritance for 30 years. -
'Dismal' month for supermarkets pushes down retail sales (2025-06-20 07:56:12)
Sales volumes in May saw their biggest monthly fall since December 2023. -
Telegram boss says he has fathered more than 100 children (2025-06-20 04:13:07)
The tech tycoon says all of his offspring will share his estimated $13.9bn fortune. -
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? -
Adorable or just weird? How Labubu dolls conquered the world (2025-06-19 22:33:00)
The dolls have almost tripled their maker's profits - and, according to some, energised Chinese soft power. -
'Crumbling' hospitals, schools and courts to get funding boost (2025-06-19 18:54:53)
The announcements on Thursday focussed on what the Chief Secretary to the Treasury Darren Jones called a "soaring maintenance backlog". -
Music shop closure brings fear for industry's future (2025-06-19 18:17:44)
Professional Music Technology closed their 11 UK stores after filing for administration in June. -
New emissions guidance for oil and gas projects (2025-06-19 15:12:57)
This guidance will determine whether production can go ahead in the controversial Scottish fields, Rosebank and Jackdaw. -
How much is the winter fuel payment and who will get it? (2025-06-19 14:06:11)
The government has confirmed it will reverse some of the recent changes to the winter fuel payment. -
Bank holds interest rates but hints at future cuts (2025-06-19 14:02:25)
The central bank decides to hold interest rates at 4.25% with inflation remaining above its target level. -
Energy price cap: What next for gas and electricity bills and can I fix? (2025-06-19 13:12:09)
Gas and electricity prices will fall in July, under regulator Ofgem's new price cap. -
Interest rates held at 4.25% as Bank hints at further cuts to come (2025-06-19 11:31:05)
The Bank of England decides to hold interest rates at 4.25% with inflation remaining above its target level. -
Interest rates held at 4.25% by Bank of England (2025-06-19 11:31:05)
The Bank of England decides to hold interest rates at 4.25% with inflation remaining above its target level. -
Texas Instruments pledges 'historic' $60bn US chip investment (2025-06-19 02:19:57)
The announcement comes as Trump pressures big technology firms to increase manufacturing in America. -
Bank of England expected to hold interest rates at 4.25% (2025-06-18 23:03:54)
Analysts predict cuts to come later in the year, but say the Bank rate is likely to remain at 4.25% for now. -
Interest rates expected to be held at 4.25% (2025-06-18 23:03:54)
Analysts predict cuts to come later in the year, but say the Bank rate is likely to remain at 4.25% for now. -
Millions more on benefits to get £150 off energy bills (2025-06-18 21:30:25)
The criteria has changed so 2.7m more people will get the money automatically knocked off their bills. -
Millions more to get £150 off energy bills (2025-06-18 21:30:25)
The criteria has changed so 2.7m more people will get the money automatically knocked off their bills. -
Fed holds interest rates for fourth time despite tariff turmoil (2025-06-18 18:08:57)
The US central bank leaves its key interest rate unchanged at 4.3%. -
Old meter switch-off is pushed back (2025-06-18 18:01:47)
Thousands of households will now not face disruption to hot water and heating, the government says -
Japan's Nippon takes over US Steel after Trump deal (2025-06-18 15:16:10)
Nippon agreed to give a "golden share" to the US government to win approval of the takeover. -
Japan's Nippon seals controversial US Steel deal after Trump pact (2025-06-18 15:16:10)
Nippon agreed to give a "golden share" to the US government to win approval of the takeover. -
Fears for baby bank's future after damp and mould (2025-06-18 14:31:22)
The group, on West Marsh in Grimsby, has had to throw nappies, baby formula and clothing away. -
What are the Pip and universal credit changes and who is affected? (2025-06-18 14:24:13)
Some Labour MPs have criticised the government's plans to cut welfare spending and get more people into work. -
Scotland to recover winter fuel payment from better-off pensioners (2025-06-18 14:12:19)
Only pensioners with an income of less than £35,000 will qualify for the payment from this winter. -
Poundland founder would have bought business back (2025-06-18 13:11:50)
Steve Smith says he made an attempt to buy his old firm, but was too late. -
'A lot of the staple items have gotten more expensive' (2025-06-18 11:06:30)
Food accounts for 23% of basic spending, which includes housing, clothes, health, transport and education, NI Consumer Council finds. -
Chocolate prices soar as UK inflation stays at highest in over a year (2025-06-18 10:42:00)
Food prices grew for a third month in May, as the overall rate of inflation remained at 3.4%. -
OpenAI boss: Meta offering $100m plus to poach my staff (2025-06-18 10:33:04)
Sam Altman said so far none of his "best people" had jumped ship to his big tech rival. -
When will interest rates go down again? (2025-06-18 09:01:12)
Interest rates, set by the Bank of England, affect mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions. -
Chocolate prices soar as UK inflation stays at highest for more than a year (2025-06-18 08:53:56)
Food prices grew for a third month in May, as the overall rate of inflation remained at 3.4%. -
UK inflation rate: How quickly are prices rising? (2025-06-18 08:10:19)
UK Inflation has fallen from record highs but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target. -
Chocolate price rises hit record as food costs grow (2025-06-18 07:56:03)
Food prices grew for a third month in May, as the overall rate of inflation remained at 3.4%. -
How to save on your weekly food shop (2025-06-18 07:12:51)
Food shopping accounts for the biggest proportion of households "basic spending" in NI, according to new research. -
UK inflation remains highest for more than a year (2025-06-18 06:20:40)
The pace of price rises stayed at 3.4% in May as cheaper air fares off-set costlier food. -
Co-op offers members £10 discount on shopping after cyber attack (2025-06-18 05:44:49)
The retailer says the offer is to thank members but a retail analyst says the bar is high to redeem it. -
HS2 line to be delayed again with no new date given (2025-06-18 02:41:06)
The Transport Secretary is expected to say there's "no reasonable way to deliver" the line on time. -
Trump to extend US TikTok ban deadline, White House says (2025-06-18 00:15:27)
The app was supposed to be banned in the US after its Chinese owner refused to sell it by a January deadline. -
Opening of HS2 line set to be delayed beyond 2033 (2025-06-17 23:33:59)
The BBC understands the government will confirm the delay on Wednesday when a review of the project is published. -
Co-op offers members discount on shopping after cyber attack (2025-06-17 23:11:01)
The retailer says the offer is to thank members but a retail analyst says the bar is high to redeem it. -
'Food shop is my biggest expense after the mortgage' (2025-06-17 23:03:49)
Food accounts for 23% of basic spending, which includes housing, clothes, health, transport and education, NI Consumer Council finds. -
Amazon boss says AI will replace jobs at tech giant (2025-06-17 21:31:36)
Andy Jassy tells staff to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) as he warns the workforce will get smaller. -
Nissan unveils new electric car to be built in UK (2025-06-17 15:16:05)
The new Leaf will be powered by batteries also manufactured in Sunderland. -
UK watchdog fines 23andMe for 'profoundly damaging' data breach (2025-06-17 13:44:52)
The fine comes as the DNA testing firm, which filed for bankruptcy in March, is set to be sold to a new owner. -
More than 1,000 jobs at risk as Poundland plans 68 store closures (2025-06-17 11:43:19)
The discount chain sets out turnaround plans a week after it was bought by a US investment firm. -
Experts question whether $499 gold Trump phone can be US-made (2025-06-17 10:34:12)
It is the latest plan by US President Donald Trump's family that looks to cash in on his name. -
New Poundland owners plan 68 store closures (2025-06-17 10:05:58)
The discount chain sets out turnaround plans a week after it was bought by a US investment firm. -
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. -
British Steel secures £500m contract to supply UK train tracks (2025-06-16 23:10:13)
The company will forge more than 337,000 tonnes of track in a deal safeguarding its future for the next five years. -
Trump signs order confirming parts of UK-US tariff deal (2025-06-16 21:52:37)
The pact between the US and UK means tariffs will be reduced on certain goods such as cars entering the US. -
Trump Organization enters mobile phone business (2025-06-16 20:10:33)
It is the latest plan by US President Donald Trump's family that looks to cash on his name. -
US deal 'may force UK biofuel plant to close' (2025-06-16 14:04:33)
Ensus says the recent UK-US tariff deal "fundamentally undermined its business position". -
WhatsApp to start showing more adverts in messaging app (2025-06-16 13:00:08)
People who link their WhatsApp account to Facebook or Instagram will see personalised ads. -
Funeral director offering free limo rides to prom (2025-06-16 05:20:31)
A social media post offering lifts has spread "like wildlife" in the community, says Luke Reynolds. -
UK's largest road tunnel project awarded £590m (2025-06-16 04:30:40)
Work on the Lower Thames Crossing is expected to begin in 2026 and finish by 2032. -
Cosmetics icon Leonard Lauder dies aged 92 (2025-06-16 01:51:15)
Lauder took over his parents' company in 1958 and served as chief executive for 17 years. -
Son of Estee Lauder, who took the brand global, dies aged 92 (2025-06-16 01:51:15)
Leonard Lauder joined his parents' company in 1958 and served as chief executive for 17 years. -
The reality behind Trump's incredible investment claims (2025-06-16 00:44:27)
The president's impact on investment in the US is far more incremental than he has claimed. -
Shared ownership: 'It's a con and we felt trapped' (2025-06-16 00:38:10)
Londoners, including couple Chris and Diana, share their experiences of shared ownership. -
Can trainers 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. -
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. -
HS2 reports subcontractor over alleged fraud (2025-06-15 15:48:53)
The firm managing the giant rail project has shared whistleblower allegations with HMRC. -
Reeves vows to shield UK from Israel-Iran price shock (2025-06-15 11:55:59)
The chancellor said nothing was "off the table" in protecting people from the impact of higher oil prices. -
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 -
Paternity leave: How much time off work do new dads get across Europe? (2025-06-15 00:24:44)
Most dads in the UK get two weeks off work after their baby is born, but dads in many European countries get more. -
Sainsburys and Morrisons told to stop tobacco ads (2025-06-14 23:50:58)
The government has written to the supermarkets to say the adverts are banned by a law passed in 2002. -
'We sit in the dark to save money on electricity' (2025-06-14 13:19:53)
More than 100 protestors demonstrate on Saturday against above-inflation electricity price rises. -
Why are electricity prices going up in Guernsey? (2025-06-14 06:20:16)
It comes as electricity prices in the UK are dropping. -
I was Mrs Poundland, but I stopped going when their prices went up (2025-06-13 23:10:18)
After the budget retailer was sold for £1, we hear from shoppers and experts on why its popularity has waned. -
'I was Mrs Poundland, but I stopped going when their prices went up' (2025-06-13 23:10:18)
After the budget retailer was sold for £1, we hear from shoppers and experts on why its popularity has waned. -
'I used to spend £50 there': What's gone wrong at Poundland? (2025-06-13 23:10:18)
After the budget retailer was sold for £1, we hear from shoppers and experts on why its popularity has waned. -
How the Israel-Iran conflict could affect energy prices (2025-06-13 14:07:19)
Conflict in the Middle East often leads to higher wholesale energy prices, which can feed through to inflation. -
Badenoch calls for end to oil and gas windfall tax (2025-06-13 12:21:29)
The Conservative leader said the windfall tax on the oil and gas sector should end and new drilling licenses are needed. -
Minister to soften impact of planned disability benefit cuts (2025-06-13 10:32:33)
Liz Kendall tries to ease the impact of planned benefits cuts as Labour MPs consider rebelling. -
Global oil prices soar after Israel attacks Iran (2025-06-13 03:36:43)
The cost of crude oil affects everything from the price of food at the supermarket to how much it costs to fill up your car. -
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. -
Chancellor Reacts to Shrinking Economy (2025-06-12 12:30:18)
Rachel Reeves refuses to rule out future tax rises after economy contracted in April -
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. -
Panorama (2025-06-02 05:00:00)
Ros Atkins sets out to discover the truth about how our money is spent -
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. -
Did Trump really strike Gulf deals worth $2tn? (2025-05-20 23:01:50)
Some analysts question whether the amount of investment will ultimately be that high. -
Why we need 'revolutionary' cooling tech (2025-05-19 23:13:44)
Cooling systems that avoid the use of polluting refrigerants are being launched. -
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?