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Reform vows to overhaul pension schemes for new local government workers

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 22:14:36 GMT
Reform plans to end more generous defined benefit pension schemes for new local government workers if it wins office

No 10 says ‘nothing off the table’ over new US tariffs as UK could be among worst hit

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:34:22 GMT
Downing Street says discussions are ongoing following US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 15% global tariffs.

Company director jailed over £7m airline parts fraud

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:43:44 GMT
The judge said the actions were a "more or less complete undermining" of rules designed to ensure passenger flights are safe.

Netflix boss defends bid for Warner Bros as Paramount deadline looms

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:21:31 GMT
Ted Sarandos says his company's offer is better for industry growth as it is "buying assets we don't currently have".

When is the Spring Statement and what might be in it?

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:02:11 GMT
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will give an update on her plans for the UK economy when she gives a statement alongside an economic forecast on 3 March.

Are you cut out for living and working in Antarctica?

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:01:56 GMT
Jobs are available on the icy continent for chefs, plumbers, carpenters and even hairdressers.

Trump threatens countries that 'play games' with existing trade deals

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:12:43 GMT
The threat comes after the Supreme Court ruled on Friday that Trump had exceeded his authority in enacting a sweeping global programme of tariffs.

Unlicensed betting firms face sponsorship ban

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:59:58 GMT
Gambling firms not licensed in the UK could be banned from sponsoring British sports teams - including Premier League clubs - as part of a government crackdown.

Porn company fined £1.35m by Ofcom over age check failings

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:27:13 GMT
Ofcom's £1.35m fine on 8579 LLC is the largest it has levied under the Online Safety Act so far.

What now for Asia after Trump's tariffs struck down?

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 07:29:11 GMT
After the Supreme Court ruling, Trump said he would impose new levies of 15% on goods entering the US.

How budget fast fashion is taking small-town India by storm

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:40:05 GMT
More Indians in small towns are now shopping for affordable brands instead of unlabelled goods in the bazaars.

The uncertainties facing businesses and consumers after Trump's tariff changes

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 16:55:58 GMT
Businesses say questions remain after US President Donald Trump announced he will impose global tariffs of 15%.

'It is a catastrophe' - the man battling to stem rising youth unemployment

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 03:37:08 GMT
Alan Milburn returns to his hometown of Newcastle as he undertakes a review into the growing numbers of young people out of work.

Trump says he will increase his new global tariffs to 15%

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 08:08:24 GMT
After most of his tariffs were outlawed on Friday, Trump announced new global tariffs of 10% - which he says he has now increased to 15%.

Is £70 becoming harder to justify? The rise of cheaper blockbuster games

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 01:30:31 GMT
As top games such as GTA 6 are speculated to cost $100 (£74), some developers are deliberately pricing lower.

Trump tariffs ripped up global trade order. What now?

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:25:34 GMT
If you think the Supreme Court ruling heralds a return to pre-Trump business as usual - think again.

MPs to discuss inquiry into trade envoy role after Andrew arrest

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 06:00:54 GMT
A cross-party committee will also look into the appointment and accountability of UK trade envoys.

KFC, Nando's, and others ditch chicken welfare pledge

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:17:53 GMT
Wingstop, Burger King, and others have walked away from an industry commitment to avoid using fast-growing chickens

Higher tax helped UK government reach record January surplus

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:13:35 GMT
The government took in more from tax receipts than expected, official data suggests.

Lobbying firm co-founded by Mandelson goes into administration

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:25:43 GMT
Global Counsel's clients cut ties with the firm over Lord Mandelson's links with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

UK agrees drone defence plan with four EU allies

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:35:35 GMT
The scheme will seek to take inspiration from Ukraine's drone manufacturing programme.

Asos co-founder dies after Thailand apartment block fall

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:35:49 GMT
Quentin Griffiths co-founded Asos in 2000 and remained a significant shareholder after leaving the firm five years later.

New Year's sport supplement buying adds to January retail sales surge

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:30:41 GMT
Continuing strong sales from online jewellers after a recent spike in gold prices also helped drive the increase.

US economy slows in final months after turbulent year

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:58:20 GMT
Overall the economy grew 2.2% last year, holding up despite pressures from changes to tariff and immigration policy.

Epstein eyed record label investment to access women, files suggest

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 01:07:40 GMT
His associate said the music industry was "related to P", a way Epstein apparently often referred to women.

Starmer 'appeasing' big tech firms, says online safety campaigner

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 06:03:06 GMT
Baroness Kidron tells the BBC the PM has being "late to the party" in regulating social media.

Live Nation sees strong ticket sales as monopoly lawsuit looms

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 01:09:51 GMT
The entertainment giant's revenue surged last year as 159 million fans attended its concerts.

How do you modernise mango farming?

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:05:20 GMT
India's mango farmers are being urged to innovate as climate change makes cultivation "unpredictable".

The two farms in Senegal that supply many of the UK's vegetables

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:16:54 GMT
During winter in Britain fresh produce is sent by cargo ship from the West African nation every week.

Reddit's human content wins amid the AI flood

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:03:10 GMT
Reddit says its human contributors are valued amid an internet awash with AI-generated content.

Trump eyes Venezuela visit – but obstacles to his oil plan remain

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:50:58 GMT
The US president wants American energy firms to start extracting the crude but they are reluctant.

Get a grip: Robotics firms struggle to develop hands

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:04:16 GMT
Developing a durable and affordable hand is one of the biggest challenges in robotics.

Who is billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe and how did he make his money?

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:11:55 GMT
The industrialist and Manchester United co-owner has apologised over comments he made about immigration.

The US economy is growing - so where are all the jobs?

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:05:12 GMT
As hiring rates and job openings drop, some worry a tough job market could be here to stay.

The Dutch love four-day working weeks, but are they sustainable?

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:05 GMT
The Netherlands has the lowest working hours in Europe, but some say it is harming its economy.

Why food fraud persists, even with improving tech

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:03:12 GMT
Even with sophisticated technology it is still difficult to detect fake foods.

Netflix and Paramount are battling for Warner Bros. Who is likely to win?

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:05:57 GMT
What to know about the two firms' blockbuster battle to control Warner Bros Discovery.

How £50m 'fish disco' could save farmland

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 06:25:21 GMT
Innovative tech scares fish away from nuclear cooling pipes.

Plane makers chase Asia's super-rich with luxe new private jets

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 23:01:52 GMT
Parts of the aviation industry are shifting towards wealthy customers and selling a more luxurious type of international travel.

'It's cheaper to ship gluten-free food from the UK'

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:44:38 GMT
A Guernsey mum is calling for cheaper and a greater choice of gluten-free foods for her family.

Funding approved to reduce cold deaths

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 13:26:17 GMT
Citizens Advice's Warm and Well scheme in North Yorkshire will receive the money over three years.

Key social issues identified in charity report

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 07:09:07 GMT
Each year, Citizens Advice selects social policy areas for analysis based on its clients' issues.

Rare-breed horse centre cuts back amid cost woes

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 09:37:41 GMT
The stud continues but a visitor centre and cafe closes as the rare-breed centre takes stock.

Higher tax helped UK government reach record January surplus

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:13:35 GMT
The government took in more from tax receipts than expected, official data suggests.

The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 01:26:18 GMT
There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?

Why the railways often seem to be in such chaos over Christmas

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:03:12 GMT
Parts of Britain’s rail network will close for engineering work over the festive period - but is that the right time to do it?

Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour?

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:14:47 GMT
Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.

Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful?

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:03 GMT
Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"

The curious case of why Poundland is struggling during a cost-of-living crisis

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 08:03:37 GMT
Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?