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 are incentivised to discourage their kids from taking on apprenticeships.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cracker Barrel chief executive steps down a year after rebrand chaos

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:49:54 GMT
Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino will exit following customer backlash over modern logo redesign.

Oil price dives as US and Iran pause attacks

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:08:37 GMT
The US says attacks on Iran have been halted to give "talks some space", raising hopes of a resolution to the conflict.

Chinese chipmaker shares surge nearly 470% in blockbuster stock market debut

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:19:36 GMT
The company's shares soared by nearly 470% in its market debut, as the AI boom drives chip demand.

Would you choose £50,000 over the chance of £1m?

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 23:11:36 GMT
The vast majority of people - particularly women - answer a survey saying they'd take the certainty over chance.

Shein swings to $99m loss as Trump tariffs hit sales

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 02:08:36 GMT
The announcement comes as the fast fashion giant prepares for its stock market debut in Hong Kong.

Businessman and philanthropist Sir Ian Wood dies aged 84

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:17:56 GMT
The Aberdeen-based businessman turned his family's boat repair firm into an oil and gas engineering giant.

Rental searches for pet friendly properties drop after law change

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 00:00:49 GMT
Agents say some renters wrongly believe permission to have a pet is guaranteed.

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.

Energy prices rise by 19% in a year -report

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:52:31 GMT
The Retail Prices Indices and Household Costs Indices inflation statistics have been published.

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.

Michelin-starred chef calls for VAT cut for restaurants

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:48:09 GMT
Sat Bains offers deli versions of some of his dishes to promote local businesses facing high costs.

Average income down in real terms, survey says

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:47:30 GMT
The results of the 2023/24 Household Expenditure Survey have been published.

'I fear for wee families' - home heating oil jumps £100 in three weeks

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:38:51 GMT
The Consumer Council for Northern Ireland says the price rise is in direct response to the US-Iran conflict.

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?

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.

Business Daily

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 20:30:00 GMT
What tech earnings reveal about AI investment and Donald Trump's tariff talks

What about cuts for cafes and hotels?

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:45:19 GMT
The new PM has announced at 20% business rate cut for pubs, clubs and live music venues in England,

What we know about 20% cut to some business rates

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:29:46 GMT
Pubs, clubs and live music venues in England will get a 20% cut in business rates from April.