Why Andy Burnham will find it so tricky to unite Britain

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:49:02 GMT
Is there any common ground left?

'I made £100,000 of TikTok sales in one day': The business of live shopping

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:06:04 GMT
Buying on social media livestreams is fast becoming regular consumer behaviour for many.

John Healey becomes chancellor weeks after shock resignation from defence job

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:44:55 GMT
The former defence secretary is seen as a safe pair of hands - and is now in charge of the government's finances.

Burnham has big ideas - but what will they cost?

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:47:14 GMT
Every tricky decision and trade off is being watched by the country and the markets at the same time

The 20-somethings betting big on tech stocks

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:00:41 GMT
The BBC hears from people about the risks and rewards of investing in technology shares.

Craft and keyboard: The trainees mastering tech and age-old skills

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:07:40 GMT
Firms have to balance hi-tech and age-old skills when training up young workers.

Trump slaps 50% tariffs on Canada and Carney vows to 'intensify' trade talks

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:34:47 GMT
The duties mark a major escalation in trade tensions between the North American neighbours.

Burnham promises help with your money. How could it affect you?

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:22:46 GMT
The new PM says he will look at how much people can earn before paying tax but admitted changing it would be difficult.

Ryanair profits drop as Iran war puts off passengers and lifts fuel costs

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:12:36 GMT
The Irish airline said oil prices had increased costs meanwhile Brent crude surpassed $90.

AliExpress fined record €550m by EU for allowing sale of illegal goods

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:22:54 GMT
The Chinese retailer allowed unsafe toys and counterfeit clothes to be sold on its site, says the EU.

West Africa signs off $25bn mega gas-pipeline plan

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:52:55 GMT
A 6,000km pipeline running along the Atlantic coast of 14 countries is to be built starting in 2028.

Are you a parent missing out on £27 a week? Here's how to check

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:16:47 GMT
Thousands of new parents fail to claim child benefit until it is too late to receive some of the money, HMRC says.

Jobs, borrowing and taxes: Andy Burnham's economic challenges

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:03:48 GMT
The person in charge of the country will change but the financial challenges remain the same.

South East Water hosepipe ban to affect 2.4 million people

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:24:32 GMT
South East Water says customers in Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire will face a ban.

My fitness tracker knew I was pregnant before I did

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:09:18 GMT
Ravika is one of hundreds of women who are noticing early pregnancy signs through the data on their fitness trackers.

Thames Water lenders preparing legal challenge in event of Burnham nationalisation

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:35:16 GMT
The BBC understands creditors would would pursue payment in full of the outstanding debts, in the multi-billions of pounds.

New EU border system tripling time at passport control, airport boss says

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 01:47:59 GMT
Ryanair has also warned passengers travelling to Europe this summer to prepare for extended waits.

Chinese firm seeks compensation over British Steel nationalisation

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:59:07 GMT
Jingye said it will take action "through legal means to the very end" after the UK government nationalised British Steel.

'My buyers dropped their offer by £15,000 the day before exchange': Gazundering and how to avoid it

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 01:14:53 GMT
It's a small but growing problem in the property market - here's how to protect yourself.

Is Burnham promising a new dawn for North Sea oil and gas?

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:27:15 GMT
The incoming PM is expected to announce fresh support for the North Sea from day one of his premiership.

The hidden cost of the night shift and how to sleep it off

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:01:55 GMT
More than three million people in the UK work night shifts, which can greatly impact their health. What can be done to help them?

Brewdog founder faces data complaints over efforts to buy back firm

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:44:15 GMT
The UK data watchdog has received complaints after James Watt reportedly contacted former shareholders.

The financial winners and losers from the World Cup

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:36:11 GMT
Big bucks are being made from the 2026 tournament off the field, but who is raking in the most, and who is losing out?

Anger as water supply misery continues for second day

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:06:45 GMT
Residents in Kent describe South East Water as "incompetently useless" as supply issues continue.

Burnham's 'Manchesterism' got him to No 10 - but will it work for the UK?

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:08 GMT
Economics editor Faisal Islam examines whether the north-west city can be a template for the entire country.

China hits out at British Steel nationalisation

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:44:22 GMT
The UK government said taking the firm into public hands would safeguard "a vital national capability".

Five headaches Andy Burnham will have to deal with as PM

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:59:36 GMT
From defence spending to housing - the next UK leader has a series of challenges to deal with.

This farmer wanted to quit the cocaine industry - he couldn't

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:18:03 GMT
Colombians who grow cocaine's raw material bemoan a lack of support to help them switch crops.

Is tracking your food purchases good for your health?

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:04:58 GMT
Food tracking apps are popular, but are they a good way to make us eat a healthier diet?

New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:29:06 GMT
It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.

Wealthy AI workers send San Francisco house prices soaring

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:11:35 GMT
The median cost of a home in the city is now $1.7m, a record high, according to the latest figures.

Robots available for rent: But what can they do?

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:48:55 GMT
Robotics tech is changing fast, so for many it makes sense to rent a robot.

AI is 'not smart' so what's next in artificial intelligence?

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:02:09 GMT
Leading AI researcher Yan LeCun has a start-up which is developing a more flexible AI system.

Why is crucial tech vulnerable to the heat?

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:23:12 GMT
Energy grids and train services are among the vital services that are vulnerable to very hot weather.

The legal fight to get equal pay for Germany's disabled workers

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:10:28 GMT
A test case is seeking the minimum wage for 300,000 disabled people who currently get paid less.

Do you know your 'sweat score'? The rise of hydration tech

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:01:11 GMT
Hydration tracking gadgets are flooding the market but is it too much information?

Is Germany looking again at coal-powered electricity?

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 23:27:11 GMT
It had planned to abandon the fuel, but the higher cost of natural gas may make it think again.

The artificial ice pyramids saving India's mountain villages

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 23:11:07 GMT
Himalayan villages are creating artificial glaciers to guarantee water for their crops in the spring.

'We had to get out of the way': The backlash over delivery robots

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:02:05 GMT
As the delivery vehicles increasing take to US streets, bans and protest groups are springing up.

What is Helium-3 and could we get it from the moon?

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:11:13 GMT
Helium-3 is expensive and demand is forecast to soar, so some are planning to mine it on the moon.

Dad facing difficult summer as food donations plunge

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:12:55 GMT
Food banks and community larders are warning of an uncertain future.

Families skipping meals during holidays - charity

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:10:52 GMT
FareShare Sussex & Surrey says it is facing a "mountain" of need over the school holidays.

'I made £100,000 of TikTok sales in one day': The business of live shopping

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:06:04 GMT
Buying on social media livestreams is fast becoming regular consumer behaviour for many.

Burnham has big ideas - but what will they cost?

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:47:14 GMT
Every tricky decision and trade off is being watched by the country and the markets at the same time

Burnham promises help with your money. How could it affect you?

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:22:46 GMT
The new PM says he will look at how much people can earn before paying tax but admitted changing it would be difficult.

Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:05:19 GMT
Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older

The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:10:11 GMT
The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.

How the High Street became a window on our political instability

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 23:00:04 GMT
High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?

The £5 coffee that tells a story of global economic turmoil

Thu, 28 May 2026 06:44:47 GMT
Coffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and savvy coffee farmers playing the market, writes Faisal Islam

The threat to summer holidays looming from jet fuel shortages

Sun, 03 May 2026 23:03:41 GMT
What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?

Healey seen as 'safe pair of hands' as he is appointed chancellor

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:34:58 GMT
The BBC's Economics Editor Faisal Islam outlines the challenges facing the new chancellor.

Money Box

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Call for help for people on low incomes who must now wait longer for their state pension.

Why women should speak openly about money

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:15:23 GMT
Emma joins Nuala McGovern to discuss her book Start With Yourself: A New Vision for Work and Life.

What are your rights if you buy something that breaks?

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:28:12 GMT
Martin Lewis explains why you should go back to the item's retailer, not the manufacturer.

How do you split the bill with friends?

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:26:39 GMT
Hands down the worst part of going out for dinner.