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FTSE 100 hits 10,000 mark for first time
A rally on the first trading day of the new year has taken London's main share index through the milestone.
Woman felt 'dehumanised' after Musk's Grok AI used to digitally remove her clothes
The BBC has seen several examples of it undressing women and putting them in sexual situations without their consent.
China's BYD overtakes Tesla as world's top EV seller
It marks the first time the Chinese firm has outpaced its American rival for annual sales.
US slashes proposed tariffs on Italian pasta imports
The plan to impose steep tariffs on 13 producers could have seen major price rises for US consumers.
Why everything from your phone to your PC may get pricier in 2026
The price of Ram - once one of the cheapest computer parts - has more than doubled since October 2025.
How the defence sector is battling a skills crisis
Attracting younger workers into the defence industry can be challenging.
Crypto users forced to share account details with tax officials
The move is designed to ensure people pay all relevant tax on buying and selling crypto.
Energy prices rise slightly for millions of households as temperatures fall
Millions of households in England, Wales and Scotland are seeing a slight rise in energy bills in the new year.
Condom tax and cheaper childcare: China's plan to boost birth rates
Chinese people pay a 13% sales tax on contraceptives from 1 January, while childcare services are exempt.
Bottled water from Waitrose recalled over risk it contains glass
The food safety watchdog said people should return affected Deeside water bottles to stores.
Eurostar services return to normal after major Channel Tunnel disruption
The high-speed rail firm urged passengers to check before they travel as last-minute delays and cancellations are still possible.
Gold and silver see rollercoaster end to blockbuster year
The price of gold soared by more than 60% this year to hit a record high of more than $4,549.
US stock market ends 2025 on a high note after volatile year
It's been a roller coaster year for the stock market, but the S&P 500 is set to end 2025 up about 17%, the third straight year of double-digit gains.
Female artists (and Oasis) drove UK music sales in 2025
Taylor Swift was the biggest-seller, with Olivia Dean and Sabrina Carpenter also topping the charts.
Octopus Energy to spin off $8.65bn tech arm Kraken
The energy firm sells a $1bn stake in its technology arm Kraken, paving the way for its demerger.
Oldest Post Office scandal victim made OBE
Betty Brown says she is accepting the honour on behalf of all the victims of the scandal.
Beyoncé declared a billionaire by Forbes
The star joins Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Bruce Springsteen and her husband Jay-Z with 10-figure fortunes.
China to crack down on AI firms to protect kids
The draft regulations are aimed to address concerns around chatbots, which have surged in popularity in recent months.
A decade on from Wales' nuclear turbines falling silent
Locals say job losses, stagnant investment and a recovering economy have defined the past decade.
Many new UK drone users must take theory test before flying outside
The Civil Aviation Authority reckons up to half a million people in the UK may be impacted by its new requirements.
Boss of Everyman cinema chain departs weeks after profit warning
The upmarket cinema chain faces a leadership shake-up weeks after it cut its revenue forecasts.
Pothole claims up 90% in three years, says RAC
Research from the motoring group also finds that only one in four claims results in a payout.
HS2 goal to be running by 2033 'cannot be met'
HS2 CEO Mark Wild advises the government that the 2029/2033 opening schedule is not achievable.
James Bond game 007 First Light delayed to May 2026
Dexter Original Sin actor Patrick Gibson will star as the British spy when the game releases on 27 May.
Why are young people leaving to work abroad?
Three young Britons explain why they are building their futures overseas.
Earliest coin minted in Scotland saved for the nation after 900 years
The medieval David I silver coin, discovered in a wooded area in Midlothian, has been dated to the second half of the 1130s.
Late shopper rush drives Boxing Day sales traffic
Figures suggest the surge in post-Christmas shoppers was the strongest in a decade.
Swedish workers trial 'friendship hour' to combat loneliness
The pilot project is even giving staff free money to help pay to do activities with their friends.
The showers and baths keeping data centre tech cool
Finding greener ways to keep giant new data centres cool is a challenge.
Why Croatia's capital wants to hold Europe's best Christmas market
The festive events help to put cities on the map and attract millions of tourists.
Will tech trump tradition at bakers and biscuit makers?
Introducing robots and automation to the food industry involves extra hurdles.
Should more be done to tackle 'ghost jobs', vacancies that don't exist?
Companies are advertising vacancies that have already been filled or might not have ever existed.
Why this month's inflation figure may be good news for you
The rate of inflation, which charts the rising cost of living, has slowed - driven partly by essentials.
Meet the biggest heat pumps in the world
Across Europe huge heat pumps are being installed that can heat tens of thousands of homes.
Spain's commitment to renewable energy may be in doubt
The current government is politically weakened and the opposition wants more use of fossil fuels.
'It's amazing' – the wonder material very few can make
Just a handful of companies can make cadmium zinc telluride, a material with powerful properties.
Charity provides hot lunches as temperatures drop
Good Shepherd supports people all year round but the work is "even more important" in winter.
Heating tips to keep your home warm when budgets are squeezed
As temperatures fall across much of the UK, how should you heat your home and keep yourself safe?
Energy prices rise slightly for millions of households as temperatures fall
Millions of households in England, Wales and Scotland are seeing a slight rise in energy bills in the new year.
What is happening to gas and electricity prices?
Typical household bills will rise slightly under the new energy cap which takes effect on 1 January.
Decline in adoption rates at Devon animal rescue
Gables Cats and Dogs Home says some dogs in its care are difficult and have certain requirements.
Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour?
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?
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
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?
The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high
Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
How Milei's 'Thatcherite' economics divided his nation - but won over Trump
Ahead of Milei's visit to the White House - amid protests and anger on the streets back at home - Ione Wells unravels the paradox that Argentina's president has created
What does TikTok's deal mean for America's users?
The BBC's Asia business correspondent says it is still unclear what sort of experience TikTok users in the US will get.
The president makes a primetime address to the nation.
Who are the winners and losers of the interest rate cut?
The Bank of England has cut interest rates from 4% to 3.75% - the lowest level since February 2023.
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