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Andrew's time as trade envoy should be investigated, says Vince Cable
The former prince's alleged actions were "totally unacceptable", the ex-business secretary says.
Could Manchester be a model for the UK to kickstart growth?
With an annual growth rate of 3.1%, Manchester's economy has performed twice as well as that of the UK as a whole.
Gender pay gap won't close for another 30 years, warns trade unions group
The average woman employee "effectively works for 47 days of the year for free," according to the Trades Union Congress.
ByteDance to curb AI video app after Disney legal threat
Videos featuring Spider-Man and other characters which are Disney's intellectual property have gone viral since Seedance's update.
Craft beer maker Brewdog put up for sale
Consultants Alix Partners have been brought in to oversee the sales process which could lead to the businesses being broken up.
Trump has big plans for Venezuela's oil but are they feasible?
The US president wants American energy firms to start extracting the crude but they are reluctant.
Bedding firm backs down on 'Swift Home' trademark after Taylor Swift appeal
Swift’s team had flagged similarities between her trademark and the company’s contested design.
Head of Dubai-based ports giant quits after Epstein links revealed
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem’s exit comes after files showed he appears to have exchanged hundreds of emails with Epstein.
Get a grip: Robotics firms struggle to develop hands
Developing a durable and affordable hand is one of the biggest challenges in robotics.
Amazon's Ring ends deal with surveillance firm after backlash
A Super Bowl advert had sparked new scrutiny of the smart doorbell company's privacy practices.
Andrew facing claim he shared Treasury document with banking contact
Reports suggest the former prince shared a Treasury document when he was serving as trade envoy.
Heathrow not crowded but people walk in 'wrong place', says boss
Chief executive Thomas Woldbye says Europeans and Brits keep "crashing into each other" because they walk on different sides.
Hello Kitty designer steps down after 46 years
Yuko Yamaguchi oversaw the feline character's rise to global icon status.
Rain and politics driving up half-term holiday bookings, travel agents say
The Advantage Travel Partnerships says rain plus the political environment is creating a "powerful psychological need for escape".
Inflation eases in US as prices for used cars fall
Prices rose by 2.4% in the year to January, the latest official figures show, the slowest pace since May.
Taylor Swift asks US government to block 'Swift Home' trademark
Her team argued that a bedding firm's designs showed similarities to her trademarked signature.
US antitrust chief resigns amid tensions with Trump officials
The departure of Gail Slater has raised questions about the White House's approach to policing big mergers and monopolies.
Trump revokes key climate ruling which he says has made cars pricier
The White House calls it the largest deregulation in US history, but environmentalists say it will prove costly for Americans.
Tesco plans to give under-18s Clubcard access this year
Consumer outlet Which? has been campaigning on access to loyalty schemes, calling it a "huge win for shoppers".
AirAsia accused by artist for allegedly using his work without consent
A Penang-based street artist says his work has been "reproduced" as part of a livery on an aircraft
Who is billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe and how did he make his money?
The industrialist and Manchester United co-owner has apologised over comments he made about immigration.
Costs from Trump's tariffs paid mainly by US firms and consumers, NY Fed says
Last year, collective import tariff rates on various goods coming into the US more than tripled.
FTC warns Apple over alleged lack of conservative news
The tech giant is facing pressure over claims that its news app does not feature articles from conservative outlets.
AI coding platform's flaws allow BBC reporter to be hacked
Vibe-coding tools - which let people without coding skills create apps using AI - are exploding in popularity.
Reeves says 'more to do' after sluggish GDP growth
The chancellor's comments came after figures showed the UK economy saw a lacklustre end to 2025.
Salmon exports remain high but Scotch whisky falls
Scottish salmon exports increased in tonnage by 9%, while the volume of Scotch whisky exports dropped by 4.3%.
Probe ordered into Daily Mail owner's £500m takeover of Telegraph
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy orders a review of the deal on public interest and competition grounds.
The US economy is growing - so where are all the jobs?
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?
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
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?
What to know about the two firms' blockbuster battle to control Warner Bros Discovery.
How £50m 'fish disco' could save farmland
Innovative tech scares fish away from nuclear cooling pipes.
Plane makers chase Asia's super-rich with luxe new private jets
Parts of the aviation industry are shifting towards wealthy customers and selling a more luxurious type of international travel.
Never mind cod, it's tilapia and chips please
Two fish and chip shops in Fenland are trying lesser known varieties of fish as cod prices soar.
The £10 tricks I used to make my rented room into a home
Talented tenants share decor hacks that won't cost you a fortune - or your deposit.
Last chance for pensioners to get free air fryers
The council has handed out 15,000 free air fryers help people with the cost of living.
Rising vet costs leave charity with £400k bill
The group, based in Solihull and Wolverhampton, says its vet bills are costing them more.
Are families being priced out of restaurants?
The restaurant industry says it is facing a double whammy - rising costs and customers with less money.
The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse
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
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?
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?
Why you should consider switching bank accounts
Martin Lewis explains why now might be a good time to think about changing your bank account.
Thousands queue as beauty store arrives on island of Ireland
Almost 2,000 people joined the queue for the opening of a new store in Belfast this morning.
Why do private landlords attract so much criticism – and how fair is it?
Kids can be the harshest critics…
The candidates test their story on a group of kids.
Should you overpay your mortgage or save?
Martin Lewis explains.
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