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Oil price jumps despite deal to release record amount of reserves
It comes as Iranian attacks on ships intensify in the crucial Strait of Hormuz waterway.
John Lewis to pay first staff bonus for four years
The department store and Waitrose supermarket owner will give workers a bonus equivalent to an extra week's pay.
Social media firms asked to toughen up age checks for under-13s
Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube and Roblox are among the platforms UK regulators say aren't putting children's safety at the heart of their products.
US launches probe into trading partners including the EU, China and India
The move comes weeks after the US Supreme Court struck down a key part of Trump's tariffs policies.
What role has cyber warfare played in Iran?
Militaries are often cagey about their cyber activities. But the US has hinted at the role it has played.
A small US grocer is calling out the lower prices at big chains
It is 'impossible for us to compete', says the boss of a New York grocery store.
Countries agree to record release of emergency oil reserves as prices surge
The G7 group of nations welcomes the idea of releasing oil in response to the surge in prices since the US-Israel war with Iran began
Big Tech backs Anthropic in fight against Trump administration
A group representing tech giants called government action against Anthropic a "temper tantrum".
Mortgage rates rise and deals pulled over Iran war turmoil
Average mortgage rates hit highest since last August in the biggest upheaval since the mini-Budget.
Fuel tax hike plan to be kept under review over Iran, says PM
Fuel duty on petrol and diesel is due to rise from September, when a 5p cut is phased out.
Wildlife to replace historical figures on banknotes - and you get a say
The public will help choose which animals and birds will appear on the Bank of England's new notes.
The Aldi-style disruptors who could be about to shake up the vets market
As pet owners complain of rising prices, independent practices want to take on the big chains.
'Icky and heartbreaking': The $2 per hour worker behind the OnlyFans boom
The BBC talks to a Philippines-based woman paid to pretend to be an OnlyFans star in online chats.
Iran war cost will be passed to consumers, shipping giant boss tells BBC
Maersk chief executive Vincent Clerc has called on the US, Israel and Iran to reach "some kind of deal".
US inflation stable ahead of Iran shock
With energy prices jumping, analysts say the report might be viewed as a "historical artefact".
Meta buys 'social media network for AI' Moltbook
The forum-style app has sparked interest by showing how AI bots interact without human involvement.
GPS jamming: The invisible battle in the Middle East
GPS jamming has made navigation hazardous in the Gulf, spurring efforts to develop alternatives.
Spain's migrants welcome amnesty: 'It will help us in every way'
Madrid cites humanitarian and economic reasons to give undocumented workers legal status.
Chocolates, bars, gummies and drinks promise to help you sleep, but is the science behind them sound?
We have more privacy controls yet less privacy than ever
Has online privacy become "a luxury not a right" for us all in 2026?
Know when to fold them: the tech inspired by origami
Origami techniques can add strength to structures without adding bulk.
Deepfake attack: 'Many people could have been cheated'
The boss of the Bombay Stock Exchange was recently targeted in what is a growing global problem.
Why you can't get a signal at festivals and sports matches
Connecting up music and sports events to the internet is a massive undertaking.
The family-owned soda firm that still uses returnable glass bottles
Soft drinks company Twig's Beverage has a loyal following for its old-fashioned approach.
'Heating oil suppliers are holding us to ransom'
People across the South East say the cost of heating their home soared after war broke out in Iran.
Heating oil orders cancelled and prices hiked
South of England households report cancelled orders, price hikes and heating oil supply issues.
Food voucher scheme extended until September
A county council says it has earmarked £2.7m to fund the scheme until September.
Starmer vows to crack down on 'profiteering' from fuel crisis
The prime minister is in Northern Ireland and is expected to hold talks with party leaders and visit a community centre.
Home of family with newborn 'a biohazard' after oil theft as prices spiral
"Absolute travesty" for family targeted by thieves, as oil price rises - and reports of price gouging - prompt watchdog to act.
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?
Iran says it has closed the vital shipping channel to global trade.
Wales' richest man says Britain is 'uncomfortable place' for Jews
The billionaire says "anti-semitism is always in the air" with parallels to the persecution his ancestors faced.
Edible Economics by Ha-Joon Chang (Omnibus)
Professor Ha-Joon Chang, “a hungry economist” explores why economics matters.
Why you should consider fixing your energy tariff now
Martin Lewis explains what the upcoming change to the energy price cap means for your bills.
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