Excellent or awful - why Lifetime ISAs divide opinion

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 23:09:05 GMT
A report by MPs says the product needs to be reformed and many savers who have been in touch tend to agree.

Crying at work: A sign of strength, weakness or just being human?

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 09:31:35 GMT
After Chancellor Rachel Reeves cried in parliament this week, how acceptable is it to show emotion at work?

US debt is now $37tn – should we be worried?

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 21:27:41 GMT
President Trump's budget bill will add to the US debt pile but is there a limit to how much the rest of the world will lend Uncle Sam?

One in 10 cars sold in UK made in China

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 18:19:14 GMT
One in 10 cars bought in the UK are Chinese owned, new figures suggest.

Trump says US to start sending out tariff letters

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 14:00:49 GMT
The move comes ahead of a deadline that may see much higher import taxes on goods coming into the US.

What have tariffs really done to the US economy?

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 07:03:30 GMT
As President Trump weighs tariff plans, he will have one eye on the US economy.

British Bulldogs to Basil Fawlty - your banknote redesign ideas

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 07:21:03 GMT
The Bank of England wants views on themes for its next series of banknotes, and BBC readers are full of ideas.

What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed?

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 10:32:01 GMT
We look at the different circumstances that affect you if you're due a refund for cancelled or delayed flights.

AI claims and a hoax spokesman: Viral band confuses the world of music

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 23:07:54 GMT
The Velvet Sundown has racked up hundreds of thousands of streams on Spotify - without anyone even being sure if it's real.

Congress passes Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' cutting taxes and spending

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 21:41:13 GMT
The president wins over sparring factions within his own party to get the bill passed after months of wrangling.

Ryanair increases size limits for free cabin bags

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 16:32:57 GMT
The increase comes as the EU mandates a universal minimum size for free underseat bags.

Home Office 'not checking' when foreign worker visas expire

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 07:06:12 GMT
The cross-party committee says the government has failed to gather "basic information".

Strong jump in US jobs as economy defies expectations

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 15:16:42 GMT
Hiring in the US defied expectations with 147,000 jobs added last month, official figures show.

UK borrowing costs fall as investors' nerves ease

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 18:05:35 GMT
The cost of UK government borrowing falls and the pound rallies as the PM says he works "in lockstep" with Rachel Reeves.

Reeves' five choices to turn government finances around

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 23:00:59 GMT
The chancellor's financial wriggle room has shrunk after welform reforms were watered down.

Citroen owners left stranded over airbag safety risk

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 11:48:35 GMT
An estimated 120,000 drivers have been told not to use their vehicles following a fatal accident in France.

Ryanair cancels flights for 30,000 passengers due to French strike

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 08:44:57 GMT
Airlines and France's transport minister has condemned the strikes as unacceptable, at the start of summer holidays.

'£54k to rent five phones is killing my business'

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 05:12:43 GMT
A BBC investigation uncovers the crippling costs of telecoms services faced by small firms.

Trump calls on US central bank head to quit immediately

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 01:09:56 GMT
The president has repeatedly criticised Jerome Powell for not cutting rates but has sent mixed signals about removing him from the role.

Five things we now know about the fire that shut Heathrow down

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 17:29:39 GMT
A report into a fire that resulted in Heathrow Airport shutting down for nearly a day has been released - what are the key findings?

Trump announces trade deal with Vietnam

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:49:55 GMT
The US plans to charge 20% tariffs on Vietnamese goods - less than half the rate set to go into effect next week.

Microsoft to cut up to 9,000 more jobs as it invests in AI

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 11:28:48 GMT
The US tech giant will axe 4% of its global workforce and plough money into artificial intelligence.

Heathrow considering legal action against National Grid over fire that caused shutdown

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 13:12:12 GMT
An investigation finds National Grid had been aware of a problem at a substation since 2018.

Bank of England to redesign banknotes - and wants your help

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 23:00:05 GMT
The first facelift in more than 50 years signals the possible end of historical figures on notes.

Tesla deliveries fall for second quarter in a row

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 14:30:49 GMT
Elon Musk's controversial role in the Trump administration has been blamed for the collapse in sales.

Trump threatens Japan with tariff up to 35% as deadline looms

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 04:33:45 GMT
It would be well above the 24% tariff imposed on Japan as part of the so-called "Liberation Day" in April.

Borrowing costs jump and pound falls on Chancellor's tears

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 19:04:29 GMT
Markets react after a tearful appearance by Rachel Reeves in parliament after welfare reform u-turn.

Crying at work: A sign of strength, weakness or just being human?

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 09:31:35 GMT
After Chancellor Rachel Reeves cried in parliament this week, how acceptable is it to show emotion at work?

Why the world's superyachts are getting bigger and bigger

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 23:07:01 GMT
Billionaires and multimillionaires around the globe are trading up for more space and luxury.

The bridge changing lives and boosting business

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 23:03:29 GMT
The Öresund bridge, which connects Denmark and Sweden, is celebrating 25 years since its opening.

Boeing's 787 Dreamliner was deemed the 'safest' of planes. The whistleblowers were always less sure

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 22:57:37 GMT
Long before the Air India tragedy, the cause of which is still to be determined, people who had worked on the 787 had raised concerns about the production standards

The global environmental award hit by accusations of greenwashing

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 23:02:03 GMT
US business Dr Bronner's has criticised the B Corp scheme for allowing in too many multinationals.

Why your old mobile phone may be polluting Thailand

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 06:43:54 GMT
The Asian nation is importing thousands of tonnes of electronic waste per year, despite a ban.

Supercell boss: 'We need to take bigger risks'

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 23:08:19 GMT
The boss of mobile gaming giant Supercell says the industry needs to take bigger risks to compete.

Russia's economy is down but not out

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 06:07:33 GMT
The country's economy has been surprisingly resilient but there are underlying problems.

Tech giants unleash AI on weather forecasts: are they any good?

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 23:02:58 GMT
The biggest tech firms are using AI to forecast the weather but is that better than existing models?

Why Ukraine is one of the world's most digital countries

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 23:16:55 GMT
Despite the war, Ukraine has developed of the most advanced systems for digital government services.

Can shoes be made in the US without cheap labour?

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:07:49 GMT
American production is possible, but it often needs to be automated to be cost effective.

Race to mine metals for EV batteries threatens marine paradise

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:29:33 GMT
Photographs appear to show how nickel mining damaged one the world's most diverse marine environments

The women at the centre of Somalia's construction boom

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:53:06 GMT
Mogadishu's rapid expansion after decades of war is giving unexpected opportunities in a male-dominated society.

Indian scientists search for the perfect apple

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 23:05:53 GMT
India can't grow enough apples to meet demand but farmers are struggling to raise production.

A Belgrade landmark bombed by Nato could get Trump makeover

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 23:12:36 GMT
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

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 23:07:17 GMT
Spanish ham and olive oil producers are looking at other nations to replace sales in the US.

From festivals to weddings: Why drone shows are booming

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 23:01:54 GMT
Light shows involving hundreds and even thousands of drones are becoming big attractions.

Why food firms are scrambling to cut down on ingredients

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 14:05:19 GMT
Food firms are marketing ranges with fewer ingredients, but are they healthier?

How airline fees have turned baggage into billions

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 23:01:27 GMT
The amount carriers now charge for luggage is raising the ire of politicians and consumer groups.

Excellent or awful - why Lifetime ISAs divide opinion

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 23:09:05 GMT
A report by MPs says the product needs to be reformed and many savers who have been in touch tend to agree.

Council tax plan could 'reduce' help for poorest

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 14:38:01 GMT
To save money, Durham County Council is proposing changes to the Council Tax Reduction Scheme.

Charity warns of unprecedented food demand

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 10:48:34 GMT
A charity which gives free or cheap food to those who need it says it is struggling to meet demand.

Families to get £100 voucher towards uniform costs

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 07:18:09 GMT
Barnsley council plans to spend £2.7m on the scheme in time for the next academic year.

What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed?

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 10:32:01 GMT
We look at the different circumstances that affect you if you're due a refund for cancelled or delayed flights.

Labour might be down, but it's not necessarily out - voters reflect on a year in power

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 16:11:02 GMT
What’s gone wrong for Labour? 2024 voters delve into it, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

China's electric cars are becoming slicker and cheaper - but is there a deeper cost?

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 23:04:10 GMT
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?

The secretive US factory that lays bare the contradiction in Trump's America First plan

Sun, 18 May 2025 21:55:21 GMT
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

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 05:40:17 GMT
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

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 23:27:04 GMT
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?

Aged 18-39? Martin Lewis on the £1 investment to make now

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 09:24:25 GMT
Martin Lewis explains why it's a good idea to put £1 into a Lifetime ISA.

What will Trump's tax and spending bill do to the US national debt?

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 20:01:36 GMT
US President Donald Trump's tax and spending bill has sparked intense debate. BBC Verify's policy and analysis correspondent Ben Chu has been looking at what the bill could do to the US national debt.

Witness History

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT
The story behind the catchy political slogan much loved by US President Donald Trump

'Everybody knew the welfare reform bill was a £5bn cut'

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:00:45 GMT
Economics Editor Faisal Islam on what was really behind the big rebellion about the government's welfare reform bill, after the government confirmed it will make major concessions.

The Interview

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 07:30:00 GMT
Jonathan Josephs speaks to Philippe Kehren, CEO of multinational company Solvay