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Abramovich tax dodge must be probed, HMRC urged
A group of MPs is urging an investigation into £1bn that could be owed by Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich.
Barclays tells staff to come into the office more
The bank is the latest company to make changes to its working-from-home policy.
US economic growth slows despite consumers spending more
The world's largest economy missed forecasts after expanding at 2.3% between October and December.
Heathrow's third runway can be built in 10 years, Reeves says
The chancellor says she wants to see planes start using the new runway in the next decade.
How much will I have to pay for my water?
Average annual water bills in England and Wales will rise by £123 in April but some will pay more.
Leaving X can be a tricky decision for brands
Many companies have left X but it's not always a simple decision.
Water bills to rise by £10 a month in April
Figures reveal a jump for billpayers in England and Wales despite questions over firms' performance.
Second-class post on Saturdays set to be scrapped
The regulator says reforming postal services could save the loss-making Royal Mail up to £425m.
Shoplifters 'out of control' and becoming more brazen, say retailers
Shoplifters are carrying out brazen acts of theft because they 'do not fear any consequences'.
Lord Sugar tells workers to get their bums back to the office
The Apprentice star says many young people "just want to sit at home" but should be in the office.
New oil and gas field consent was unlawful - judge
The judgement came after a case brought by environmental campaigners at the Court of Session in Edinburgh.
Meta to pay $25m to settle Trump lawsuit over ban
The president sued the firm in 2021 over the suspension of his accounts after the 6 January Capitol riots.
Trump attacks Fed after no change in interest rates
The US central bank keeps its key interest rate unchanged as it faces significant economic uncertainty.
Coca-Cola recalls drinks in UK due to chemical levels
The firm is recalling Coca-Cola products from shops, but says the risk of illness is "very low"
Satellites could end UK phone 'not spots', Vodafone says
It follows the firm carrying out what it says is the UK's first satellite-enabled smart phone video call.
Reeves backs third Heathrow runway in growth push
The chancellor tells the BBC she wants a planning application "signed off" before the next election.
Faisal Islam: Reeves's plans will boost UK but it could take a long time
The key question is whether the fruits of long term growth will come through everywhere else quickly enough
How will the UK's growth plans affect me?
Rachel Reeves wants to push ahead with building and reform planning, but what does that mean for you?
At a glance: What was in Rachel Reeves's speech?
The chancellor announces measures she says will kickstart growth: what are they?
Lloyds to close 136 branches as people shift to apps
The closures across its brands will be completed by March next year, as more customers go digital.
Tesco to cut 400 jobs in stores and head office
The supermarket giant blames the increasingly competitive nature of the UK grocery industry.
WH Smith High Street sales fall amid talks to sell stores
High street sales dropped 6% in the 21 weeks to January 25, the retailer said.
OpenAI says Chinese rivals using its work for their AI apps
ChatGPT maker says it will need extra protection from US government, following emergence of Chinese rival, DeepSeek.
UK will not be able to resist China's tech dominance
China's AI success has come from policy and Chancellor Rachel Reeves's recent visit to China highlights the importance of a close relationship.
Healthy food costs more than double less healthy options
Low-income families are being priced out of being able to afford to eat healthily, a charity warns.
Solar park will 'completely swamp' nine villages
Plans for 2,000 acres of solar panels are dividing Cotswold villagers.
US tech stocks steady after DeepSeek AI app shock
DeepSeek's claim that its model was made at a fraction of the cost of its rivals has rocked the AI industry.
Will a third runway at Heathrow help UK growth?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce expansion plans but some question the short-term benefits.
What's the plan for a third runway at Heathrow Airport?
The chancellor says expanding Heathrow would boost growth, but there is a lot of vocal opposition.
Will young developers take on key open source software?
The founders of important open source software are getting older, who will take over?
Inside the race for Greenland's mineral wealth
The territory's untapped mineral wealth has caught the eye of both mining firms and Donald Trump.
The French winemaker whose wines are illegal in his home country
Maxime Chapoutier makes wines that combine French and Australian grapes, a strict no-no in the EU.
Fears empty restaurant TikTok trend could last
There are fears that tax and wage rises mean restaurants and bars will be quieter than usual all year.
How AI can spot diseases that doctors aren't looking for
AI can take a second look at medical scans and flag up potential problems that doctors might not see.
The US farm workers coming from Guatemala - on a legal visa
Trump will target undocumented migrants but it is unclear if legal visas like the H-2A will survive.
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