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Wirral families supported with cost of school uniforms
For the past 14 years, Wirral Free Uniforms for Schools (FUSS) has provided good quality school uniforms for free, as...
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I quit my £80,000 job to make ice cream - here's how
The co-founder of Little Moons shares her advice for anyone thinking about starting a business of their own.
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81,000 warning letters sent to crypto holders in HMRC tax crackdown
According to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request the number of letters sent has almost tripled since 2024.
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Chinese robotics giant Unitree soars in stock market debut
Shares in the world's biggest humanoid robot maker started trading on Shanghai's Star market on Wednesday.
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'I used food banks while my ex owed thousands in child maintenance'
Parents have told BBC Panorama the agency tasked with helping to secure financial support for children after...
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Protein or pickled garlic? What's new in ice cream
There's a constant battle in ice cream to come up with new flavours and to keep costs down.
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Why Japanese firms are being so slow to use AI
Japanese risk aversion and conservatism blamed for slow AI take-up by the country's business sector.
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Tokenomics: Why making AI pay is tricky
Buyers of AI services are struggling to control costs and sellers are not sure how much to charge.
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VAT to be cut from household electricity bills in October
Homes will save around £45 a year through the cut announced on Andy Burnham's first full day as prime minister.
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Minister pressed on electricity bills savings figures
The government says a typical home will save about £45 a year when VAT is cut from 5% to 0%.
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Dad facing difficult summer as food donations plunge
Food banks and community larders are warning of an uncertain future.
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Families skipping meals during holidays - charity
FareShare Sussex & Surrey says it is facing a "mountain" of need over the school holidays.
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Thousands of websites taken down for illegal World Cup streams
More than 1,000 illegal streaming sites were shut down in the US during the tournament, with a similar amount blocked...
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AliExpress fined record €550m by EU for allowing sale of illegal goods
The Chinese retailer allowed unsafe toys and counterfeit clothes to be sold on its site, says the EU.
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Why has British Steel been nationalised?
The UK's only remaining plant making virgin steel has been taken into public ownership after years of uncertainty...
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Billionaire Warren Buffett stops donations to Bill Gates charity
The investor's decision comes weeks after Gates' appearance before US Congress over his links to Jeffrey Epstein.
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US inflation rate eases to 3.5% as gasoline prices fall
While the US inflation rate fell in June, concerns remain over price rises increasing again due to the renewed...
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Removing tax from food could cost £14m - minister
Treasury says a GST removal from essential grocery items would mostly benefit the richest islanders.
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Parent cooking classes 'built my confidence'
New cooking scheme aims to help parents learn healthy recipes which are convenient to make.
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UAE condemns Iran's 'brazen' attack on tankers as US launches fresh strikes
The third consecutive night of US strikes on Iran came as Trump announced a 20% charge as part of a new blockade on...
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California leads lawsuit to block Paramount Warner Bros mega merger
The state, where the both studios have headquarters, has joined 11 others to halt the deal.
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EasyJet agrees to surprise takeover bid as rival US firm swoops in
The airline says a bid from US firm Apollo has trumped a recent takeover offer from Castlelake.
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Should you be switching bank accounts?
Martin Lewis covers whether you should be switching bank accounts.
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EU threatens Meta with fines over 'addictive' Facebook and Instagram
Regulators say features such as infinite scroll contribute to "compulsive use" and "unhealthy habits".
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Drivers urged to shop around amid 11p fuel gap
The RAC says motorists are missing out on savings because many are not using price comparison tools.
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Why has the price of fish and chips gone up?
One Dorset fish and chip shop says VAT, the war in Ukraine and energy prices are pushing up costs.
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Interest rates may need to rise this year, says Bank of England economist
Chief economist at the Bank of England says slower growth and inflationary pressures mean rate rise needed
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Big fall in oil, gas and cargo ships taking US-backed Hormuz route after new strikes
Data shows a decline in the number of ships - many carrying oil and gas - going through the waterway after attacks...
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Porn site company fined £630,000 over failed age checks
Ofcom has fined a slew of sites it says are failing to prevent children accessing their adult content.
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Welfare cuts: What's been happening with Pip and universal credit?
The government commissioned a review into Pip last year after it was forced to water down planned cuts to benefits.
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Jackdaw boss warns of winter fuel shortage risk if gas field not approved
Adura says the UK government must approve North Sea production urgently to avoid domestic supply shortages.
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How can I get air conditioning in my home and how much does it cost?
As summers in the UK get hotter, is it time for air conditioning to become a permanent feature in most homes?
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Life of Sizewell B extended by another 20 years
The power plant was due to reach the end of its life in 2035 but will now continue until 2055.
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Wealthy AI workers send San Francisco house prices soaring
The median cost of a home in the city is now $1.7m, a record high, according to the latest figures.
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I run the UK's biggest bank, here are five ways to manage your money
The CEO of Lloyds Bank talks about how to save, budget, avoid scams and manage money in a relationship.
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Why electric cars cost more to insure - and what's being done about it
The insurance cost of electric vehicles is still putting off many would-be buyers. So what can be done about it?
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Security staff to go on strike at Aberdeen Airport
The strikes, involving baggage screening staff, are set to begin on Monday with the Unite union warning of...
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'Not a lot of Gen Z trust the state pension system'
Young people tells the BBC what they think about the state pension.
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SSE Airtricity bills to increase by more than £70 a year
SSE Airtricity said electricity bills will increase by 6.2% seeing the customer's bill rise by about 20p a day-...
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Couples share their biggest money disagreements
Candles, haircuts, a Tesla... this week we're asking couples in London: "What's the biggest money disagreement in...
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How landscape gardening is being electrified
The switch to quieter electric equipment is not going as fast as some would like.
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The teen entrepreneur transforming farm management
The app was designed to give farmers more time with their families by making the business more manageable.
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Walmart sales under strain as US shoppers pull back
High gas prices and weaker pharmacy sales pushed Walmart's growth to its slowest pace in six years
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Bernard Matthews confirms closure of Derby factory
Bernard Matthews Foods says its Shaftesbury Street factory will close by the end of 2026.
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Little Moons co-founder: Don't wait for your product to be perfect
The mochi ice cream company co-founder shares her top tips, job highs and lows, and what a perfect Sunday looks like.
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India's Gen Z are driving up a mega boom in its beauty market
E-commerce, rising income levels and the world's largest youth population are fuelling India's beauty boom.
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Trump pauses new tariffs on Canada for three days, saying deal close
The US president says the two sides are finalising documents to avert import taxes targeting a range of Canadian goods.
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Overhaul for Belfast cranes ahead of major contract
It is part of an investment of almost £100m as Harland & Wolff's Spanish owners prepare it for a major defence contract.
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OpenAI slows down training after its AI carried out hack
The ChatGPT-maker said training will be slowed for two weeks while it puts the upgrades in place.
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The critical tech staying safe by going underground
The war in Ukraine has spurred people to consider putting vital infrastructure underground.
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Global borrowing costs hit fresh highs over oil, AI and inflation concerns
Interest rates on long-term US, UK, German and Japanese government debt have soared.
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Why is Selena Gomez being sued?
BBC journalist Ana Guerra-Moore looks at why investors who backed Wondermind Global are claiming the pop star failed...
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'I started in my 20s and made £8,000': Why women are often better investors than men
Women can make higher returns but only about a quarter of UK women have investments, compared with about 40% of men.
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'You could smell someone' who worked at Raleigh
The company was more than just a employer. For years, it was part of the fabric of Nottingham.
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Why airlines are warning over lithium-ion batteries
The airline industry wants passengers to be careful when travelling with lithium ion batteries.
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Argos is getting a makeover - but can it attract new shoppers?
The retailer has been around for 50 years but struggled to compete with newer rivals such as Amazon. Can its new...
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Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters
Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay?
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Craft and keyboard: The trainees mastering tech and age-old skills
Firms have to balance hi-tech and age-old skills when training up young workers.
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Burnham has big ideas - but what will they cost?
Every tricky decision and trade off is being watched by the country and the markets at the same time
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Who is new chancellor John Healey? Labour veteran who quit as defence secretary
The former defence secretary is seen as a safe pair of hands - and is now in charge of the government's finances.
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Healey seen as 'safe pair of hands' as he is appointed chancellor
The BBC's Economics Editor Faisal Islam outlines the challenges facing the new chancellor.
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West Africa signs off $25bn mega gas-pipeline plan
A 6,000km pipeline running along the Atlantic coast of 14 countries is to be built starting in 2028.
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Jobs, borrowing and taxes: Andy Burnham's economic challenges
The person in charge of the country will change but the financial challenges remain the same.
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Former academy pupil offers students free haircuts
Razwan Amin set up his barbers after leaving Erdington Academy and wants to help people with the cost of living.
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Guidance needed for families reclaiming childcare
Some families have had problems claiming back cash as part of the pilot scheme.
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Rural residents back heating oil protection plan
Households reliant on heating oil as a fuel source say better regulation of pricing is needed.
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'I'd rather not leave the house so I don't get into more debt'
Great Yarmouth has some of the highest levels of problem debt in the country, but help is at hand.
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Why women should speak openly about money
Emma joins Nuala McGovern to discuss her book Start With Yourself: A New Vision for Work and Life.
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China's Moonshot AI claims Kimi K3 can rival OpenAI and Anthropic
The company has unveiled a massive new artificial intelligence model it says can take on top American firms.
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What are your rights if you buy something that breaks?
Martin Lewis explains why you should go back to the item's retailer, not the manufacturer.
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'Volunteering with food charity saved me from loneliness'
FoodCycle takes surplus food and turns it into three-course meals served to the community.
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Calls for government taskforce to tackle poverty
Charities, schools and businesses warn too many families are struggling with the cost of living.
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Investigation into parking tickets for drivers queuing at petrol stations
It's part of a wider crackdown from the consumer regulator into potentially unfair practices by private parking...
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Aer Lingus proposes cutting 500 jobs under savings plan
The company proposes cutting 290 roles in its head office, along with 140 cabin roles and 70 pilots.
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Buffett calls Bill Gates relationship with Epstein 'distasteful'
The billionaire investor's firm has stopped giving donations to the Microsoft co-founder's charity.
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British Steel nationalisation takes step closer
The new legislation would see Scunthorpe-based British Steel brought into public ownership.
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EasyJet passengers stuck on tarmac for hours when plane couldn't refuel
One passenger said she only got home at 06:00 after being stuck on the runway in the middle of the night.
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Brewdog co-founder James Watt launches bid to buy back beer firm
Watt says he has made an offer to buy back the craft beer business months after it was sold to a US company.
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Don't panic - five ways to stop your kids' endless scrolling
Parenting experts share their tips on how to keep children's screen time under control.
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What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed?
We look at the different circumstances that affect you if you're due a refund for cancelled or delayed flights.
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Port of Dover works to avoid summer travel chaos
It is hoped the long queues and delays seen over the May bank holiday will not be repeated.
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Pop-up free school uniform and prom dress stall
People are being encouraged to donate, swap or take items they need for free.
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Call for right to grow food on unused public land
Some London council already allow unused land to be turned into gardens, allotments and flowerbeds.
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Demand for baby bank growing faster than donations
The charity says it gave out 36,400 items of child clothing and 536 tubs of formula milk in 2025.
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Londoners face hidden poverty premium, study says
Low-income households in London are facing an additional burden of over £600 a year simply to access standard goods...
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Will Trump Accounts deliver for American children?
The White House has hailed the project as giving new generations a stake in the American dream, but the scheme has...
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'We've saved 34 tonnes of food and a carpet'
Two community groups say they have welcomed "record attendances" and given away many 'random items".
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Severn Trent avoids fine for wastewater failures
The water firm took "genuine accountability" after breaching wastewater obligations, Ofwat says.
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Outcry as Meta lets users make AI images from public Instagram profile pics
The tech giant said people can opt out - but privacy campaigners called it a "recipe for disaster".
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Virgin Media fined after hanging up on customers trying to cancel contracts
Millions of phone calls from customers were "likely mishandled" over nearly a three-year period, the regulator says.
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'You have to say no': Families struggling with holiday food costs
Susan Lilley, a single mother of two, said the weekly shop has become one of her biggest financial worries.
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Airbnb data identifies illegal social home sublets
Nearly 6,000 social homes are thought to be illegally listed on short-term rental platforms.
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Victims of 23andMe data breach to get $47m payout, judge rules
23andMe compiles genetic profiles of people through DNA testing kits, but it was heavily criticised after a 2023 hack.
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Online gamblers betting more than £1,000 to face new checks
Punters who bet more than £1,000 online in a 24-hour window will have to undergo an assessment, the regulator says.
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Budget Energy announces 9.5% price increase
Budget Energy NI says the rise is due to the "continued volatility" in wholesale energy markets.
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Volunteers racing to save surplus Silverstone food
A Towcester community larder is collecting produce from the circuit following the Grand Prix.
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Samsung profits jump 1,800% as AI chip sales soar
The firm's shares fell sharply on Tuesday as some investors had expected an even stronger performance.
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Robots available for rent: But what can they do?
Robotics tech is changing fast, so for many it makes sense to rent a robot.
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Amazon bars breastfeeding boss from business course
Rachael Bews says she told on the way her child would not be allowed on site. Amazon has apologised for not...
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'I wear it on my middle finger': The rise of the defiant divorce ring
Around the world women are marking their split with new - or repurposed engagement - rings.
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Banks accused of pushing customers away from basic accounts
Some of the UK's biggest banks have been failing their most vulnerable customers, according to the financial regulator.
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Phone contract comparisons 'amounted to mis-selling' student loans, MPs say
A new report says students were not well-enough informed that their loan terms could change retrospectively.
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Can China repeat its EV success with robotaxis?
China's self-driving car firms have been given a headstart by the country's EV supply chain as they expand globally.
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ITV hits such as I'm a Celebrity to stay free to watch after Sky takeover
Sky boss Dana Strong's comments came as the channel announces it is buying ITV's media and entertainment divisions in...
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Fuel providers hopeful of more price reductions
Rubis and ATF Fuels both say they expect to see prices fall further in time.
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Backlash after China bubble tea firm ordered to pay Louis Vuitton $1.5m
A court in China ruled that Molly Tea had infringed on the luxury brand's four-petal flower design.
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Three things you can do to stop EU border checks at the airport costing you
Queues are expected at airports this summer owing to EU's new digital border control system.
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Clay, kilns and the cost of survival for tile makers
While some firms lean into their heritage, others are modernising in the face of economic pressures.
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How to avoid fees when spending abroad
Martin is revealing everything you need to know right now to cut the cost of getting away.
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Excitement and concerns over credit card plans
Some islanders say changes will help but others are worried about their data being shared.
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Tackle workplace sickness to unlock hidden growth, former John Lewis boss says
More than 250 of the UK's biggest employers have signed up to his 'Get Britain Working' taskforce.
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Livery bookings rise as horse owners struggle with costs
The livery provides an affordable service for owners to be able to have their horses cared for.
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AI is 'not smart' so what's next in artificial intelligence?
Leading AI researcher Yan LeCun has a start-up which is developing a more flexible AI system.
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Can our fridges cope with heatwaves?
An expert says many can not handle the high temperatures we have been experiencing.
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How to bag a bargain flight
Finance expert Laura Pomfret shares her top tips for finding cheaper flights, from spotting rare error fares to...
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World Cup boom falters as US hospitality jobs fall in June
There had been early signs of a jobs boom from the tournament, but hospitality jobs declined in June.
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Why the expected fight over the North American trade deal never kicked off
The US has confirmed it will not extend the agreement for another 16 years, but stopped short of more dramatic action.
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Why Gen Z are taking mini-retirements
Many young people are choosing to spend money they would otherwise put into a pension, on trips now.
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Singapore seizes $42m mansion over Nvidia chip smuggling
The luxury home was seized as part of a probe into the illegal trade of servers containing AI semiconductors.
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Old British fridges 'cannot cope with the heat'
Experts say older fridges are failing in hot weather as rising temperatures put them under pressure.
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I needed to use a food bank after graduating - now I want to end the stigma
Steven, who now runs his own therapy business, struggled to make ends meet after graduating.
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'We had to use a food bank after university’
Steven Crichton and his partner Kat skipped meals to make sure their children "had full lunch boxes".
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Bibles, Home Alone and perfume: Six takeaways from Trump's 2025 finances
Official documents show the US president made billions of dollars as he returned to the White House.
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Trump's $1.4bn crypto earnings revealed
US President Donald Trump made more than $1.4 bn (£750m) last year from business dealings in cryptocurrency,...
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O'Leary extends Ryanair contract in deal that could net him over £130m
The Ryanair boss extends his contract to 2032, in a deal featuring a bonus scheme that could earn him more than €150m...
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Do you want to know the secret to haggling with call centres?
Martin Lewis explains how your TV, phone, breakdown cover, insurance and more could be cheaper!
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Who had the best World Cup advert?
BBC Sport looks at the numbers behind both Nike and Adidas' World Cup adverts.
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Five ways the Iran peace deal could affect you and your money
With fuel and gas prices having fallen in recent days, we look at how the end of hostilities might affect you - in...
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Farnham sets out 'ambitious' vision for island
Only chief minister candidate wants to tackle costs, boost investment and increase housing supply.
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The artificial ice pyramids saving India's mountain villages
Himalayan villages are creating artificial glaciers to guarantee water for their crops in the spring.
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Brexit cost 6% of UK economy, Bank of England company data suggests
Analysis showed how much the UK could have grown if it had not exited the EU.
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Finance-help scheme 'unlocks £1.4m' for residents
The council's Boost project has now teamed up with Citizens Advice to help more people access income.
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CrossCountry ranked Britain's worst train operator
Transport Focus asks it to reduce delays and provide better information during disruption.
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What's happening to UK interest rates and what does it mean?
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
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Number of job vacancies hits five year-low
Latest figures suggest companies are becoming more cautious about taking on new staff.
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Deputy launches proposal to reduce fuel duty
A local deputy wants to reduce fuel duty on the island by 10p a litre.
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'I won't be able to afford to eat before long'
About a third of households using food banks in the South Cotswolds are doing so for the first time.
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Why has Texas set its sights on London?
Texas, which once had an embassy in London, strengthens its ties with the capital by opening a new trade office.
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Thames Water moves step closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal
The environment secretary says the deal does not do enough for consumers or the environment.
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How the Iran war affects your money and bills
The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.
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Fox to buy Roku streaming firm in $22bn deal
The move is seen as a bet that combining streaming with its news and sport offering will boost Fox as TV audiences...
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What's happening to UK petrol and diesel prices now the US and Iran have a deal?
When the conflict began on 28 February, fuel costs jumped as the war disrupted the production and transportation of...
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Demand at baby bank 'has never been higher'
The founder says rising childcare costs mean many of those they help are in work but struggling.
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Man who built Guernsey finance charity retires
Peter Neville stands down as head of the charity supporting people ineligible for mainstream banking.
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UK vows to phase out Russian diesel and jet fuel imports by new year
The ban forms part of the government's package of sanctions on Moscow due to the ongoing war with Ukraine.
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Have you been mis-sold car finance?
Martin Lewis has advice for those who have or who are planning to put in a car finance mis-selling claim.
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UK signals it may block payout to British Steel owner
Chinese firm Jingye is seeking compensation after the government decided to nationalise the company.
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UK economy contracts as Iran war impact felt
The economy shrank slightly in April as the Iran war began to have an impact on businesses, official data shows.
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'I was employee number one at SpaceX'
The BBC's Michelle Fleury spoke to Tom Mueller, who was one of the company's founders alongside Elon Musk in 2002.
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'I was employee number one': SpaceX co-founder reacts to firm's market debut
The BBC's Michelle Fleury spoke to Tom Mueller, who was one of the company's founders alongside Elon Musk in 2002.
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India's 'blue gold' starts a new drinks industry
Agave plants grow wild in India and new distillers are using them to create a spirits industry.
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My friends always want to split the bill equally, how do I say no?
It is never easy to speak up when a fellow diner says "let's just divide it!"
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Villagers take fight against Lidl store plans to Welsh government
Residents in the area do not want a store on land separating Llantwit Major and Llanmaes.
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Ryanair investigated over charging parents to sit with children
The UK's competition regulator is investigating the airline over charges it imposes on parents to sit next to their...
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Why does your World Cup pint cost so much this time round?
Pub landlords explain why they have no choice but to charge more.
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Dozens of crisis payments handed out by council
Many of the completed payments have gone to low income families with surging heating oil costs.
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Trump says 'I love the inflation' as US prices rise at fastest rate in three years
The US president later said he had meant that he actually loved that inflation was not higher.
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Korea fines e-commerce giant $400m over data breach affecting millions
The record fine comes after around 37.5 million users had their private data exposed.
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Social media on trial: Four important cases to watch
Social media firms face thousands of lawsuits, the BBC looks at four which could be significant.
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The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the...
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Mike Ashley's Frasers offers £1.73bn to buy all of Hugo Boss
The retail group already owns just over a quarter of the German fashion brand but wants to buy the rest of it.
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New candy stores are popping up across NYC. Why?
While US consumer confidence is at an historic low the Big Apple's sweet shops are expanding.
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I'd have vetoed foreign sale of UK tech giant, says Business Secretary
Peter Kyle's comments come as the government sets out how it would back British technology companies.
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World Cup expected to be the biggest betting event in history
The expansion of the number of games being played is set to drive a surge in the amount of bets placed on this year's...
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UK pint prices up 36% since last World Cup – here's why
UK pint prices are up 36% since the last World Cup. We look at why beer now costs so much more.
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Kalshi to make some users reveal job details to tackle insider trading
After issues with insider trading, the prediction betting platform is adding new rules.
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AI giants' race to raise funds heats up as ChatGPT-owner plans stock market debut
The company behind ChatGPT files its plans one week after Anthropic did the same.
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US adds BYD to list of firms with alleged Chinese military ties
The Pentagon list warns US firms of risks linked to working with flagged Chinese companies.
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Jersey's youngest ever politician elected at 18
Gabriel Raimondo, who turned 18 shortly before the election, says he is "absolutely ecstatic".
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Could humanoid robots be heading for the battlefield?
Armed forces are experimenting with humanoid robots, but battlefield deployment is some way off.
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How driving test booking is changing for learner drivers
From 12 May, only learner drivers can book their own tests, not instructors.
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Driving test booking rules tightened after thousands of no shows
Learner drivers can only swap their test to the three centres nearest to their original booking.
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Stock market jitters remain amid tech fears and renewed Middle East attacks
Markets in Asia are hit by a tech sell-off, and oil is volatile as Iran and Israel launch attacks on each other.
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Jailed crypto founder Sam Bankman-Fried seeks Trump pardon
The former leader of crypto platform FTX, currently serving a 25-year sentence, on Monday officially applied to be...
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Lib Dems propose energy price discounts for all households
The party estimates savings of £100-a-year on average for every household under the scheme.
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Starmer tells Apple and Google to ban nude images on children's phones
Firms will be expected to activate built-in features to stop children accessing sexually explicit images.
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From UK athlete to parliament: Serena Guthrie wins senator seat
Serena Guthrie won Commonwealth gold as part of the England netball team in 2018.
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You may be saving for retirement without realising it. Here's how to check
One simple check could ensure you are not missing out on free money which could help in later life.
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Widow 'distressed' by firm's nine-month delay to husband's pension
BBC Scotland has heard testimony from people affected by delays in pensions managed by outsourcing firm Capita.
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M&S launches new traineeship for 1,000 young people
The scheme aims to tackle the "growing challenge" of young people not in employment, education, or training.
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City Airport faces opposition to large jet plans
A committee of the London Assembly wants London City Airport's plans halted due to noise concerns.
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How the High Street became a window on our political instability
High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?
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Tata Steel says new £1.25bn furnace may be delayed due to electrical issue
Plans for £1.25bn steel-making furnace may be delayed by electrical connectivity problem, Tata says.
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Cake sheds are making bakers £1,000 a week - but the dream might be over
They may have captured the public's imagination, but are councils coming for the cute cake cupboards?
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I was applying for hundreds of jobs - this tip helped me get one
Four people who weren't hearing back from job applications shared what they did differently to secure their first role.
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Is there an AI stock market bubble, and is it ready to burst?
Despite the Iran war, inflation and debt fears, US markets keep hitting record highs, fueled largely by AI. BBC's...
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We need to stop AI developing without humans, says Anthropic co-founder
Jack Clark tells BBC's Newsnight AI could get to the point where it develops without human input.
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The ancient trick making food waste useful and tasty
Instead of throwing away byproducts of food processing, fermentation is making them valuable.
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Hinge boss on her green and red flags in life
Jackie Jantos, CEO of Hinge, shares her daily habits and tips for success in dating and in life.
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'By the grace of God': Miners dig on as lab-grown diamonds change market
The rising popularity of lab-grown diamonds heaps pressure on those hunting for the natural gems.
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How 'confused' AI rollout hurts firms and baffles staff
Some firms are putting pressure on staff to use AI, but have not thought through their AI rollout.
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Caribbean hot sauce producers warn of shortages and higher prices
Manufacturers in Jamaica say the key chilli peppers they need are in limited supply.
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Humanoid robots 'the future' of car making, says BMW
BMW is introducing humanoid robots to a car plant in Europe, building on similar projects in the US.
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The £5 coffee that tells a story of global economic turmoil
Coffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and...
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Is 'out of control' US tipping culture spreading overseas?
With US waiting staff getting cross at receiving less than 20%, tips are also on the rise elsewhere.
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The rise of the fruit that tastes like custard
Custard apple plants are prized for their hardiness but exporting their delicate fruit is difficult.
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Morocco wants tourists to visit Western Sahara. Some say it's tightening its control
The Moroccan government wants more Western holidaymakers to visit the territory it claims to own.
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'Six eggs used to be £1' - why everyday essentials cost so much more now
Six supermarket brand eggs cost £1 in 2022. How much are they now, why have they gone up, and is anyone profiteering?
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Love factually: Dating start-ups promise to cut the cheats
Frustration with fake dating profiles has spurred new dating services with different approaches.
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The fight against foreign developers buying Caribbean beaches
Campaigners in Barbuda, Grenada and Jamaica say they can no longer access their coastlines.
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Robo-top: The machines that could make your next t-shirt
Most clothes are made in Asia, but new machines could bring some of that work back to the West.
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Why does Amazon have no Western rivals?
The internet giant dwarfs other online retailers on both sides of the Atlantic.
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The threat to summer holidays looming from jet fuel shortages
What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?
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Scammers are becoming ever more sophisticated - this is what the fightback looks like
Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the...
Business
The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high
Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular...