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Europe to suspend approval of US tariffs deal
The move follows renewed tensions between the US and EU, as Donald Trump pushes to acquire Greenland.
Netflix updates Warner Bros bid to all-cash offer
It is the latest skirmish in the bidding war over Warner Bros Discovery, which is also being pursued by Paramount Skydance.
Wage growth slows as number of people employed falls
Official figures show that the pace of private sector wage growth slowed to the lowest rate in five years.
Toy sellers keep close watch on social media ban
Toys for teenagers and adults have revived the industry, but it could be hit by any ban on social media for under-16s.
Greenland 'will stay Greenland', former Trump adviser declares
Donald Trump's former chief economic adviser said the US president's actions are a negotiating tactic.
Are 'tech dense' farms the future of farming?
A host of technology is on offer to farmers, promising to raise farming yields and lower food prices.
UK consulting on bringing in social media ban for under 16s
The government said it expected schools to be "phone-free by default" as a result of the announcement.
Water companies to face regular MOT-style checks in industry shake-up
The government says the industry will have "nowhere to hide", but campaigners say the reforms do not go far enough.
Environment Secretary: South East Water boss 'should not get bonus'
Emma Reynolds said South East Water was the poorest performer of all water companies
Hiring woes and 'super high' prices: Voters say Trump's progress on the US economy is mixed
We asked six Americans what they make of the US economy one year after President Trump returned to the White House.
How could Europe respond to Trump's Greenland tariffs?
Europe is weighing up how to counter the US president's move against some of America's closest allies.
Faisal Islam: Global disruption looms large over biggest-ever Davos
Expect the World Economic Forum this week to be both the centre of the world and totally bizarre.
Gold and silver prices hit high after tariff threat
Donald Trump's plan to impose import taxes over Greenland pushed investors toward precious metals.
IMF warns of trade tension risk to global growth
Trade tensions and a reversal in the AI boom are among the main risks to global economic growth, the IMF says.
'Credit-score company encouraged me to borrow again when I was nearly debt-free'
A woman who had nearly paid off a £10,000 debt was sent emails suggesting she could apply for new credit cards.
China hits growth goal after exports defy US tariffs
Official figures suggest China's economy hit its target but analysts have cast doubt on the data.
'Europe won't be blackmailed,' Danish PM says in wake of Trump Greenland threats
Trump says he will impose new taxes on eight US allies in February if they oppose his proposed takeover of the autonomous Danish territory.
British Gas took 15 months to refund me £1,500. It's absurd
Beth Kojder said it was frustrating it took so long to get her money back, given the ombudsman had ruled in her favour nearly a year ago.
What tariffs has Trump announced and why?
Trump's volatile trade policy has thrown the world economy into chaos, and put some US prices up.
Faisal Islam: Trump's Greenland threats to allies are without parallel
The US president's latest threats will baffle the leaders of allied nations, writes the BBC's economics editor.
Trump tariff threat over Greenland 'unacceptable', European leaders say
The US president says several European allies opposed to his plans to buy Greenland will face 10% tariffs from February.
The one measure that can tell us a lot about the state of the UK economy
Consumer confidence levels are rebounding for some in the UK, but older generations look to be immune, writes Faisal Islam.
Big chains accused of masquerading as independent restaurants on delivery apps
Justina John says independent restaurants are "small fish trying to swim with the sharks".
Trump's proposed credit card cap spotlights Americans' debt. Would it help?
President Trump's proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10% - an idea with bipartisan support - received swift backlash from bank executives.
What tariffs has Trump announced and why?
Trump's volatile trade policy has thrown the world economy into chaos, and put some US prices up.
Government to give cash payouts to people in financial crisis
The replacement for the Household Support Fund aims to help people facing sudden difficulties.
ChatGPT to carry adverts for some users
OpenAI is also expanding its cheaper subscription tier, ChatGPT Go, to all countries where it operates.
'The finest in the world': Why the US is buying icebreakers from Finland
The Nordic nation leads the way when it comes to both the design and construction of the vessels.
How realistic is India's quest for magnets made of rare earths
India has a $800m plan to make rare earth magnets, aiming to reduce dependence on Chinese imports - but can it work?
'They are essential': How smoke detectors are evolving
AI trained to recognise fire is among the latest developments in fire alarm tech.
Honey, I shrunk the data centres: Is small the new big?
Huge data centres are being built to handle AI computing but some experts say they aren't necessary.
Why are more bosses sharing the top job?
More bosses are sharing the top job giving them more time for family and breaks.
Why luxury carmakers are now building glitzy skyscrapers
Bugatti is the latest auto firm to construct an opulent apartment building for the super rich.
'I had no electricity for six months': US families struggle with soaring energy prices
Rising electricity costs have emerged as a key cost-of-living concern, pushing families further into debt.
Excel: The software that's hard to quit
Companies are trying to wean staff off Excel spreadsheets to centralise control of their data.
How tariff disruption will continue reshaping the global economy in 2026
Trump's import levies are still changing the patterns of international trade.
How the new road safety measures could affect you
The government is proposing lowering alcohol limits for drivers and regular eye tests for older motorists.
How the defence sector is battling a skills crisis
Attracting younger workers into the defence industry can be challenging.
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.
Toy sellers keep close watch on social media ban
Toys for teenagers and adults have revived the industry, but it could be hit by any ban on social media for under-16s.
Why are UK prices still rising?
UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.
'Emotional and financial' pressure of funeral fees
The number of families in need of financial help due to bereavement is rising, a charity says.
Food charity delivers nearly 100,000 meals
The Bread and Butter Thing provides healthy, fresh food for those in need.
Inside the 'real life Repair Shop'
The NEPHRA Repair Cafe is giving a new lease of life to broken appliances and saving people 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?
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
Are we getting more savvy about our credit scores?
With lenders using credit scores to decide everything from phone contracts to car finance, experts say understanding how it works could make a meaningful difference.
Martin Lewis on why you should check your tax code now
Millions of people could be on the wrong tax code.
Lessons learned from a dotcom entrepreneur on the boom and bust of his company, boo.com.
The Netherlands is experiencing a housing crisis. Could ten new cities be the answer?
Martin Lewis on 'the most dangerous form of mainstream debt in the UK'
Martin Lewis explains how building up overdraft debt compares to credit card debt.
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