US interest rates held for fifth time in a row

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:30:40 GMT
The Federal Reserve's decision, which was broadly expected, means rates remain between the 3.5% and 3.75%.

Charities unable to pay staff after fraud alert

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:17:23 GMT
Security fears saw CAF Bank, which serves 14,000 UK charities, suspend its online banking portal.

Some tech shares are plunging - what does that mean for the AI revolution?

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:32:28 GMT
Sharp falls in the value of chip makers have stoked investor concerns that the euphoria around AI related companies is fading.

Ticket prices set to rise by 15p as Heathrow able to recover runway project money

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:16:16 GMT
UK airport gets green light to charge airlines more to use the hub, which is expected to mean higher fares for flyers.

Matcha and protein pivot pays off for Greggs as profits rise

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:37:33 GMT
UK's largest fast-food chain says it is changing its menu "in line with changing tastes and trends".

'Don't wait until you want revenge' - why prenups are on the rise

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:00:07 GMT
More young couples are now signing prenups to set out who gets what in the event of divorce.

Andy Burnham wants to fix social care - what are the options?

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:47:08 GMT
With Andy Burnham saying he wants to bring "substantial change" to social care in England, BBC Verify looks at what could be done.

Data centres could pay hundreds of millions in deposits for power demands

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:35:35 GMT
The regulator said a fee of between £237,500 to £712,500 per megawatt should be charged for upcoming projects.

Brits urged to avoid dangerous plug adaptors this summer - what to watch out for

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:00:15 GMT
Campaign group Electrical Safety First has urged those "heading abroad this summer to think before they buy".

The evidence that shows today's 20-somethings really do have it worse

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:52:23 GMT
People in their 20s are facing a tougher start to adulthood than any generation in almost half a century, according to analysis for the BBC.

OpenAI says its rogue AI tried to hack other companies

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:49:27 GMT
The out-of-control AI found four logins which allowed it to access multiple unnamed online services.

Burnham has no scope to increase borrowing, think tank warns

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:00:12 GMT
The Prime Minister has announced a series of cost-of-living measure since taking office but is facing questions about how he will fund them.

Trump administration bans new Chinese humanoid robots

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 02:30:50 GMT
The US and China are locked in a race to the lead the world in robotics and artificial intelligence.

Unauthorised airport car park grows despite stop notice

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 05:12:15 GMT
Customers says they returned from their holidays to find their cars damaged and dirty.

eBay agrees $56m settlement with bloggers over harassment case

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:49:16 GMT
Former eBay executives carried out "unprecedented" harassment over a critical newsletter.

Some parents on benefits to get up to £4,500 for child starting apprenticeship

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:32:56 GMT
Some parents on benefits lose income if their children take on apprenticeships.

Johnson & Johnson offers up to $5.5bn to settle baby powder lawsuits

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 01:53:58 GMT
The proposed settlement aims to close a years-long legal battle over claims its talcs products cause cancer.

The 10 most overcrowded commuter trains revealed

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:17:57 GMT
Overall, overcrowding in England and Wales fell slightly last year due to increased capacity, the government says.

Is it safe to travel to France and Spain right now?

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:54:20 GMT
For those who have upcoming holidays to the affected regions, here is what you should know about how it might impact your plans.

Horror maestro Mike Flanagan joins Henry Cavill on Warhammer adaptations

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:59:24 GMT
The director is due to work on scripts based on the popular tabletop hobby, Games Workshop says.

Schools to offer technical subjects to pupils from age 14 in England, Burnham says

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:35:05 GMT
The government wants pupils to take courses like AI and manufacturing which are linked to local jobs.

What you wear can help you get a job - here's how

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:07:13 GMT
While you need to answer the questions in an interview, your appearance and mannerisms are also crucial.

Chip stocks slide in US and Asia as AI jitters rattle investors

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:15:47 GMT
Trading on South Korea's Kospi index was paused temporarily on Tuesday morning after slumping by 8%.

Some people's chats with Claude AI found to be publicly available online

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:10:37 GMT
Hundreds of conversations with Anthropic’s chatbot were discovered as being publicly accessible.

How cow showers and fans help farmers keep cattle cool

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:55:58 GMT
Dairy farmers are using cow showers and fans to protect cattle as hotter summers hit milk production.

Is it time to stop using glue and labels on paper?

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 23:00:06 GMT
Labels and adhesives can prevent paper from being recycled but there's new tech aimed at changing that.

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.

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.

'We are rescuing unpicked blackberries'

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:20:09 GMT
Low-income households will benefit from blackberries being collected, a community group says.

What happens here has a big impact on your money

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:00:24 GMT
BBC business reporter Dearbail Jordan explains how it works from inside the Bank of England.

Middle-earners 'struggling' over schools bonus cap

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:56:32 GMT
A mum says not getting the back to school bonus is a "kick in the teeth" for working parents just above the income threshold.

What's happening to UK interest rates and what does it mean for mortgages?

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:09:30 GMT
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

'Why we are rescuing unpicked blackberries'

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 05:08:01 GMT
Low-income households will benefit from blackberries being collected, a community group says.

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?

What happens here has a big impact on your money

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:00:24 GMT
BBC business reporter Dearbail Jordan explains how it works from inside the Bank of England.

1975: The world's first shop for left-handers

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:23:40 GMT
A London shop selling goods designed for left-handed people was doing a brisk trade.

Shabaz Asks: Are Billionaires Bad?

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shabaz Ali turns author to see if the internet's favourite villains deserve the hate.

Money Box

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 15:01:24 GMT
What might the new team at the top of government mean for your money?

How much money do you give for a wedding gift?

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:22:37 GMT
You've been invited by the happy couple, but they've asked for cash - not presents. North Londoners tell us what they would do.