Over 2,000 new Post Office scandal compensation claims - minister

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 23:06:35 GMT
Former sub-postmasters still waiting for payments have told the government to "get it done".

Spain plans 100% tax for homes bought by non-EU residents

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 22:42:43 GMT
The measure is meant to help tackle the country's housing crisis, the prime minister said.

New-build owners claim roof leaks are causing misery

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 01:02:29 GMT
Housebuilder Bellway says it has worked hard to resolve issues reported by residents.

US tightens control on AI chips export drawing pushback

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 21:55:16 GMT
The new rules are intended to make sure the "the world's AI runs on American rails", and stays out of the hands of "malicious actors", say officials.

Chancellor will remain for all of Parliament, Downing Street says

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 17:19:44 GMT
Market jitters have raised questions over Rachel Reeves' management of the economy.

GPs turn to AI to help with patient workload

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:09:07 GMT
Should more AI be used to help GPs with consultations and administrative work?

PM plans to 'unleash AI' across UK to boost growth

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 18:36:26 GMT
Leading tech firms are said to have committed £14bn towards the project, which could create more than 13,000 jobs.

The truth behind your $12 dress: Inside the Chinese factories fuelling Shein's success

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 23:00:06 GMT
Workers making clothes for the fast fashion giant tell the BBC they labour for up to 75 hours a week.

Apple pushes back on call to end diversity programme

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 03:25:40 GMT
The tech giant has asked investors to reject a proposal from a conservative group to end its DEI policies.

Heathrow sees record-breaking passenger numbers

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 09:04:06 GMT
Nearly 84 million passengers travelled through the west London airport's terminals last year.

'Five-minute fine' prompts private car parks review

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 01:08:29 GMT
The review aims to ensure motorists are not penalised if they are unable to pay promptly.

Online safety laws unsatisfactory, minister says

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 15:36:04 GMT
Peter Kyle responds as internet safety campaigner Ian Russell says laws to protect children need fixing.

Reeves defends China visit and hails £600m boost to UK

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 13:34:22 GMT
The chancellor has been criticised for making the trip while the government is under pressure from rising borrowing costs.

Faisal Islam: Mortgage rates are not rising yet but Reeves has to act

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 17:14:28 GMT
Why Rachel Reeves needs a more detailed growth strategy - and soon.

How AI uncovers new ways to tackle difficult diseases

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 00:17:34 GMT
Pharmaceutical firms are turning to AI to find new molecules that might be able to tackle disease.

'Trump 2.0' looms large over the global economy

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 01:29:15 GMT
Donald Trump's planned tariffs are expected to greatly impact international trade in 2025.

Cryptocurrencies and personal AI: Tech to watch out for in 2025

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:04:32 GMT
Will 2025 be a hinge year for cryptocurrency and will personalised AI appear on your phone?

Why self-confessed 'superfans' were engrossed by Post Office inquiry

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 22:02:26 GMT
People with no connection to the Post Office avidly followed the inquiry, both online and in person.

AI is trained to spot warning signs in blood tests

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:05:06 GMT
AI can spot patterns in the data from blood tests that can give an early warning of disease.