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Netflix to raise prices as new subscribers soar

Squid Game 2 and live sports, including the Jake Paul v Mike Tyson fight, fuelled new memberships. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62693x4qr2o Squid Game 2 and live sports, including the Jake Paul v Mike Tyson fight, fuelled new memberships. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62693x4qr2o#1 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 08:21:45 GMT

PM vows to curb 'Nimby' legal blocks on infrastructure

The government wants to cut the number of legal challenges to infrastructure projects. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce3l9jdy2q1o The government wants to cut the number of legal challenges to infrastructure projects. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce3l9jdy2q1o#0 Thu, 23 Jan 2025 01:56:32 GMT

Waitrose brings back free coffee for non-shoppers

The supermarket's loyalty scheme members can get a hot drink without making a purchase. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgpq22p4vno The supermarket's loyalty scheme members can get a hot drink without making a purchase. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgpq22p4vno#1 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 22:30:27 GMT

LinkedIn accused of using private messages to train AI

The lawsuit alleges LinkedIn tried to conceal its actions but the firm says the claims are false. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdxevpzy3yko The lawsuit alleges LinkedIn tried to conceal its actions but the firm says the claims are false. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdxevpzy3yko#0 Thu, 23 Jan 2025 03:21:30 GMT

Tesco, Aldi and Lidl hit back at farm inheritance tax

Tesco, Aldi and Lidl call for rethink of inheritance levy announced in Budget URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq8k5ez504wo Tesco, Aldi and Lidl call for rethink of inheritance levy announced in Budget https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq8k5ez504wo#0 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 19:02:13 GMT

Government ousts UK competition watchdog chair

Marcus Bokkerink is leaving as the government signals it is serious about growth, the BBC understands. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2d3e6zklxgo Marcus Bokkerink is leaving as the government signals it is serious about growth, the BBC understands. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2d3e6zklxgo#1 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 22:40:56 GMT

TikTokers offered $5000 to join Facebook and Instagram

Meta's attempt to lure creators to its platforms comes as questions remain over the future of its main rival in the US. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c897pg2nengo Meta's attempt to lure creators to its platforms comes as questions remain over the future of its main rival in the US. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c897pg2nengo#0 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 11:40:13 GMT

UK borrowing hits highest December level for four years

Borrowing - the difference between spending and tax revenue- was £17.8bn last month. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpwxzpqrnjko Borrowing - the difference between spending and tax revenue- was £17.8bn last month. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpwxzpqrnjko#0 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:06:34 GMT

US tech giants announce AI plan worth up to $500bn

OpenAI, Oracle and Softbank join forces to build artificial intelligence infrastructure. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy4m84d2xz2o OpenAI, Oracle and Softbank join forces to build artificial intelligence infrastructure. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy4m84d2xz2o#0 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 04:50:20 GMT

US markets rise as Trump holds off on tariffs

The US president stopped short of widespread import taxes but threatened Canada and Mexico with tariffs. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1ezgdj7wvpo The US president stopped short of widespread import taxes but threatened Canada and Mexico with tariffs. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1ezgdj7wvpo#1 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 21:52:12 GMT

China calls for 'win-win' solution to trade tensions

With the threat of a trade war looming, China's first vice premier says the country wants to boost imports. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce852xjknz9o With the threat of a trade war looming, China's first vice premier says the country wants to boost imports. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce852xjknz9o#1 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 17:20:14 GMT

Treasury steps in to protect car loan firms' payouts

The government is concerned major compensation for the mis-selling scandal could hurt the car industry. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cre8qr91w75o The government is concerned major compensation for the mis-selling scandal could hurt the car industry. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cre8qr91w75o#1 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 18:51:43 GMT

Netflix to raise prices as new subscribers soar

Squid Game and live sports, including the Jake Paul v Mike Tyson fight, fuelled new memberships. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62693x4qr2o Squid Game and live sports, including the Jake Paul v Mike Tyson fight, fuelled new memberships. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62693x4qr2o#0 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:44:13 GMT

Trump considers 10% tariff on China from February

The new president accused China of sending fentanyl to Mexico and Canada which ends up in the US. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clyn3z4580do The new president accused China of sending fentanyl to Mexico and Canada which ends up in the US. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clyn3z4580do#0 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:46:27 GMT

Nearly half of toys sold under £15 as parents cut back

An "unsettled economy" is blamed for falling sales of toys for the third consecutive year. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9d5j58v67zo An "unsettled economy" is blamed for falling sales of toys for the third consecutive year. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9d5j58v67zo#1 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:59:41 GMT

Thousands on hold to HMRC 'cut off after 70 minutes'

HMRC denies running a "deliberately poor" phone service in an attempt to push customers online. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn4zjnd2llyo HMRC denies running a "deliberately poor" phone service in an attempt to push customers online. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn4zjnd2llyo#0 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:06:32 GMT

Waitrose brings back free coffee for non-shoppers

The supermarket's loyalty scheme members can get a hot drink without making a purchase. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgpq22p4vno The supermarket's loyalty scheme members can get a hot drink without making a purchase. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgpq22p4vno#0 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 22:30:27 GMT

Pay after inflation rises at fastest rate since 2021

Wage growth increased by 3.4% after taking into account inflation, driven by strong increases in the private sector. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g372w32vjo Wage growth increased by 3.4% after taking into account inflation, driven by strong increases in the private sector. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g372w32vjo#1 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 10:10:13 GMT

Heathrow and Gatwick airport could expand under plans

Airports across the UK could expand as part of the government's drive for economic growth. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgl800vy1wo Airports across the UK could expand as part of the government's drive for economic growth. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgl800vy1wo#1 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:04:25 GMT

Treasury steps in to protect car loan firms' payouts

The government is concerned major compensation for the mis-selling scandal could hurt the car industry. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cre8qr91w75o The government is concerned major compensation for the mis-selling scandal could hurt the car industry. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cre8qr91w75o#0 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 18:51:43 GMT

Delay to TikTok ban gets Trump sign-off

The order was among a slew of directives Trump signed on Monday evening. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd0j24rj4ryo The order was among a slew of directives Trump signed on Monday evening. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd0j24rj4ryo#1 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 15:47:45 GMT

Government ousts UK competition watchdog chair

Marcus Bokkerink is leaving as the government signals it is serious about growth, the BBC understands. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2d3e6zklxgo Marcus Bokkerink is leaving as the government signals it is serious about growth, the BBC understands. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2d3e6zklxgo#0 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 18:18:41 GMT

Working from home 'not proper work' - ex-Asda boss

Lord Rose says it harms productivity but expert says hybrid work can be as good as full-time in the office. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0qww8xdvnwo Lord Rose says it harms productivity but expert says hybrid work can be as good as full-time in the office. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0qww8xdvnwo#1 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 05:55:37 GMT

China calls for 'win-win' solution to trade tensions

With the threat of a trade war looming, China's first vice premier says the country wants to boost imports. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce852xjknz9o With the threat of a trade war looming, China's first vice premier says the country wants to boost imports. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce852xjknz9o#0 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 17:20:14 GMT

Nearly half of toys sold under £15 as parents cut costs

An "unsettled economy" is blamed for falling sales of toys for the third consecutive year. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9d5j58v67zo An "unsettled economy" is blamed for falling sales of toys for the third consecutive year. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9d5j58v67zo#0 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:47:31 GMT

What executive orders did Trump sign on day one?

The Republican quickly set about using his new powers to approve executive actions on a host of policy priorities. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ced961egp65o The Republican quickly set about using his new powers to approve executive actions on a host of policy priorities. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ced961egp65o#1 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 07:43:47 GMT

Heathrow and Gatwick airport could expand under plans

Airports across the UK could expand as part of the government's drive for economic growth. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgl800vy1wo Airports across the UK could expand as part of the government's drive for economic growth. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgl800vy1wo#0 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 09:37:40 GMT

Rail nationalisation not a silver bullet, says Labour

The Transport Secretary says taking operators into public ownership doesn't guarantee good service. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c334z1nyv8po The Transport Secretary says taking operators into public ownership doesn't guarantee good service. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c334z1nyv8po#1 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 19:33:04 GMT

Private sector pay rises drive up wage growth

Wage growth increased by 5.6% annually in the UK, driven by strong increases in the private sector. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g372w32vjo Wage growth increased by 5.6% annually in the UK, driven by strong increases in the private sector. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g372w32vjo#0 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 07:11:07 GMT

Panama rejects Trump vow to 'take back' Panama Canal

Donald Trump claims China is operating the key US trade route but Panama says it belongs to them. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2egwzvp080o Donald Trump claims China is operating the key US trade route but Panama says it belongs to them. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2egwzvp080o#1 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 22:44:32 GMT

'I got £955 from a Child Trust Fund I didn't know I had'

Latonya Skye-Paterson discovers she is one of thousands of people with money to claim on turning 18. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjr82gejlxno Latonya Skye-Paterson discovers she is one of thousands of people with money to claim on turning 18. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjr82gejlxno#1 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 08:00:28 GMT

Executive order delaying TikTok ban gets Trump sign-off

The order was among a slew of directives Trump signed on Monday evening. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd0j24rj4ryo The order was among a slew of directives Trump signed on Monday evening. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd0j24rj4ryo#0 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 02:12:14 GMT

Brexit fishing row heads for trade court showdown

The UK has banned European vessels from catching the silvery fish species in its North Sea waters but the EU is challenging the move. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce323q4kej1o The UK has banned European vessels from catching the silvery fish species in its North Sea waters but the EU is challenging the move. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce323q4kej1o#1 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 11:14:26 GMT

Stock markets move higher after Trump inauguration

The new US president has outlined a pro-business agenda for his second term in the White House. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1ezgdj7wvpo The new US president has outlined a pro-business agenda for his second term in the White House. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1ezgdj7wvpo#0 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 00:49:46 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvglw0vl6jzo There are fears that tax and wage rises mean restaurants and bars will be quieter than usual all year. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvglw0vl6jzo#2 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 22:31:54 GMT

Inside Iceland's futuristic farm growing algae for food

Next to a geothermal plant in Iceland a start-up is growing microalgae for food. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gjry6dv4yo Next to a geothermal plant in Iceland a start-up is growing microalgae for food. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gjry6dv4yo#0 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 00:00:04 GMT

Melania Trump launches her own cryptocurrency

$Melania is announced after President-elect Donald Trump launched his own cryptocurrency, $Trump. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c98y47vrv2jo $Melania is announced after President-elect Donald Trump launched his own cryptocurrency, $Trump. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c98y47vrv2jo#1 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 13:52:40 GMT

Panama rejects Trump vow to 'take back' Panama Canal

Donald Trump claims China is operating the key US trade route but Panama says it belongs to them. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2egwzvp080o Donald Trump claims China is operating the key US trade route but Panama says it belongs to them. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2egwzvp080o#0 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 22:44:32 GMT

What executive orders is Trump expected to sign on day one?

The president is expected to issue a series of orders that will affect US immigration, energy policy, culture war issues and other matters. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ced961egp65o The president is expected to issue a series of orders that will affect US immigration, energy policy, culture war issues and other matters. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ced961egp65o#0 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 22:14:53 GMT

Cidermaker wins appeal in 'lookalike' dispute with Aldi

The Somerset cider-maker wins an appeal after claiming Aldi had copied its packaging and taste. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czdl3l17v1qo The Somerset cider-maker wins an appeal after claiming Aldi had copied its packaging and taste. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czdl3l17v1qo#1 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 13:30:28 GMT

Rail nationalisation not a silver bullet, says Labour

The Transport Secretary says taking operators into public ownership doesn't guarantee good service. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c334z1nyv8po The Transport Secretary says taking operators into public ownership doesn't guarantee good service. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c334z1nyv8po#0 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 19:33:04 GMT

TikTok restores service in US after Trump pledge

TikTok is resuming services to its 170 million users in US after President-elect Donald Trump said he would give the app a reprieve. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjde3p0rnjgo TikTok is resuming services to its 170 million users in US after President-elect Donald Trump said he would give the app a reprieve. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjde3p0rnjgo#1 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 20:17:14 GMT

Cidermaker wins appeal in 'lookalike' dispute with Aldi

The Somerset cider-maker wins an appeal after claiming Aldi had copied its packaging and taste. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czdl3l17v1qo The Somerset cider-maker wins an appeal after claiming Aldi had copied its packaging and taste. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czdl3l17v1qo#0 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 13:30:28 GMT

Shein backlash fails to deter shoppers: 'I spend £20 a month'

Some young shoppers will continue to buy from the fast fashion giant despite concerns over how workers are treated. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy5k3v6x6vxo Some young shoppers will continue to buy from the fast fashion giant despite concerns over how workers are treated. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy5k3v6x6vxo#1 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 01:07:32 GMT

'I live with my mum because I can't afford to move out'

Living with your parents in your 20s and 30s has its challenges, but many can't afford to move out. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce8je25v6mmo Living with your parents in your 20s and 30s has its challenges, but many can't afford to move out. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce8je25v6mmo#1 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 01:03:08 GMT

Brexit fishing row heads for trade court showdown

The UK has banned European vessels from catching the silvery fish species in its North Sea waters but the EU is challenging the move. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce323q4kej1o The UK has banned European vessels from catching the silvery fish species in its North Sea waters but the EU is challenging the move. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce323q4kej1o#0 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:46:05 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9q7zqy1xlpo AI can take a second look at medical scans and flag up potential problems that doctors might not see. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9q7zqy1xlpo#2 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:07:03 GMT

Has Trump promised too much on US economy?

He won the election partly to fix inflation but Trump may find his pledges on prices and tariffs conflict, say experts. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c17d41y70deo He won the election partly to fix inflation but Trump may find his pledges on prices and tariffs conflict, say experts. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c17d41y70deo#1 Sat, 18 Jan 2025 02:13:25 GMT

TikTok restores service in US after Trump pledge

TikTok is resuming services to its 170 million users in US after President-elect Donald Trump said he would give the app a reprieve. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjde3p0rnjgo TikTok is resuming services to its 170 million users in US after President-elect Donald Trump said he would give the app a reprieve. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjde3p0rnjgo#0 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 20:17:14 GMT

Trump will want a good deal with UK, says minister

Darren Jones, the chancellor's second-in-command, is confident UK-US trading relationships could be deepened. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5ye0951w6po Darren Jones, the chancellor's second-in-command, is confident UK-US trading relationships could be deepened. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5ye0951w6po#1 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 12:20:42 GMT

Working from home 'not proper work' - ex-Asda boss

Lord Rose says it harms productivity but expert says hybrid work can be as good as full-time in the office. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0qww8xdvnwo Lord Rose says it harms productivity but expert says hybrid work can be as good as full-time in the office. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0qww8xdvnwo#0 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 05:55:37 GMT

Could TikTok ever be banned in the UK too?

Analysts have suggested it is "just matter of time" until the US ban on TikTok spreads. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqx98115rqvo Analysts have suggested it is "just matter of time" until the US ban on TikTok spreads. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqx98115rqvo#1 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 12:50:06 GMT

TikTok stops working as US ban comes into force

A message appearing for US users says they "can't use TikTok for now". URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz6p1g54q85o A message appearing for US users says they "can't use TikTok for now". https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz6p1g54q85o#1 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 12:02:19 GMT

Melania Trump launches her own cryptocurrency

$Melania is announced a day after President-elect Donald Trump launched his own cryptocurrency, $Trump. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c98y47vrv2jo $Melania is announced a day after President-elect Donald Trump launched his own cryptocurrency, $Trump. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c98y47vrv2jo#0 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 03:54:13 GMT

Child Trust Funds worth billions unclaimed: 'I got £955'

Latonya Skye-Paterson discovers she is one of thousands of people with money to claim on turning 18. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjr82gejlxno Latonya Skye-Paterson discovers she is one of thousands of people with money to claim on turning 18. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjr82gejlxno#0 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:11:11 GMT

Trump says he will 'most likely' give TikTok 90-day reprieve from ban

Trump says an announcement will probably come once he takes office on Monday about the app's future in the US. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwypng0rw0lo Trump says an announcement will probably come once he takes office on Monday about the app's future in the US. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwypng0rw0lo#1 Sat, 18 Jan 2025 21:42:06 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvglw0vl6jzo There are fears that tax and wage rises mean restaurants and bars will be quieter than usual all year. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvglw0vl6jzo#1 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 22:31:54 GMT

Trump will want a good deal with UK, says minister

Darren Jones, the chancellor's second-in-command, is confident UK-US trading relationships could be deepened. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5ye0951w6po Darren Jones, the chancellor's second-in-command, is confident UK-US trading relationships could be deepened. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5ye0951w6po#0 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 12:20:42 GMT

IMF warns on Trump's plans but upgrades UK outlook

Trump's policies could benefit the US, but not the rest of the world, the IMF says URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cglyynp44g4o Trump's policies could benefit the US, but not the rest of the world, the IMF says https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cglyynp44g4o#1 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 15:57:40 GMT

Could TikTok ever be banned in the UK too?

Analysts have suggested it is "just matter of time" until the US ban on TikTok spreads. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqx98115rqvo Analysts have suggested it is "just matter of time" until the US ban on TikTok spreads. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqx98115rqvo#0 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 08:34:27 GMT

Mortgage rules could be eased to boost loans

The £100 limit on contactless cards could also be scrapped, as regulators respond to the prime minister's plea. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdryy33v13ko The £100 limit on contactless cards could also be scrapped, as regulators respond to the prime minister's plea. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdryy33v13ko#1 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 13:08:30 GMT

Shein backlash fails to deter shoppers: 'I spend £20 a month'

Some young shoppers will continue to buy from the fast fashion giant despite concerns over how workers are treated. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy5k3v6x6vxo Some young shoppers will continue to buy from the fast fashion giant despite concerns over how workers are treated. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy5k3v6x6vxo#0 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 01:07:32 GMT

Shock drop in shop sales adds to worries over UK economy

Sales unexpectedly fell last month, due to a poor December for food sales in supermarkets. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2ppjy81z9o Sales unexpectedly fell last month, due to a poor December for food sales in supermarkets. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2ppjy81z9o#1 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 16:07:56 GMT

Next boss warns first jobs could become harder to find

Job prospects for younger workers are likely to be hit by Budget measures, Lord Wolfson tells the BBC. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgem592310o Job prospects for younger workers are likely to be hit by Budget measures, Lord Wolfson tells the BBC. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgem592310o#1 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 07:20:05 GMT

TikTok goes offline in the US hours before ban due to come in

A message appearing for US users said a law banning TikTok had been enacted, meaning "you can't use TikTok for now". URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz6p1g54q85o A message appearing for US users said a law banning TikTok had been enacted, meaning "you can't use TikTok for now". https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz6p1g54q85o#0 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 04:46:29 GMT

'I live with my mum because I can't afford to move out'

Living with your parents in your 20s and 30s has its challenges, but many can't afford to move out. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce8je25v6mmo Living with your parents in your 20s and 30s has its challenges, but many can't afford to move out. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce8je25v6mmo#0 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 01:03:08 GMT

Trump says he will 'most likely' give TikTok 90-day reprieve from ban

Trump says an announcement will probably come once he takes office on Monday about the app's future in the US. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwypng0rw0lo Trump says an announcement will probably come once he takes office on Monday about the app's future in the US. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwypng0rw0lo#0 Sat, 18 Jan 2025 21:42:06 GMT

Surprise mobile mid-contract price rises banned

It comes after customers complained of not being able to plan for price rises. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8j89zmykyvo It comes after customers complained of not being able to plan for price rises. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8j89zmykyvo#1 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:04:27 GMT

US Supreme Court upholds TikTok ban law

A law passed last year requires TikTok's Chinese parent company to sell the video platform or face a ban. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3e18qylq5do A law passed last year requires TikTok's Chinese parent company to sell the video platform or face a ban. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3e18qylq5do#0 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 19:57:32 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvglw0vl6jzo There are fears that tax and wage rises mean restaurants and bars will be quieter than usual all year. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvglw0vl6jzo#0 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 22:31:54 GMT

Mark Carney, the 'unreliable boyfriend' who ran UK's central bank

Carney is now running for the Liberal Party leadership in Canada. What does his time in London tell us? URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3911lv1pzko Carney is now running for the Liberal Party leadership in Canada. What does his time in London tell us? https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3911lv1pzko#1 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 01:09:18 GMT

IMF warns Trump economic policy threatens global disruption

Trump's policies could benefit the US, but not the rest of the world, the IMF says URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cglyynp44g4o Trump's policies could benefit the US, but not the rest of the world, the IMF says https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cglyynp44g4o#0 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 14:09:57 GMT

Apple suspends error-strewn AI generated news alerts

The tech giant was facing pressure to pull the feature after it made repeated mistakes summarising headlines. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5ggew08eyo The tech giant was facing pressure to pull the feature after it made repeated mistakes summarising headlines. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5ggew08eyo#1 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 10:04:16 GMT

Mortgage rules under review to get economy moving

The £100 limit on contactless cards could also be scrapped, as regulators respond to the prime minister's plea. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdryy33v13ko The £100 limit on contactless cards could also be scrapped, as regulators respond to the prime minister's plea. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdryy33v13ko#0 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 10:42:37 GMT

Three reasons Trump tariffs aren't China's only problem

China's economy has hit the government's 5% growth target for 2024 in the face of multiple challenges. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ceq9lxlg811o China's economy has hit the government's 5% growth target for 2024 in the face of multiple challenges. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ceq9lxlg811o#1 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 03:10:24 GMT

Shock drop in supermarket food sales hits pound

Retail sales unexpectedly fell by 0.3% last month, due to a poor December for supermarkets. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2ppjy81z9o Retail sales unexpectedly fell by 0.3% last month, due to a poor December for supermarkets. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2ppjy81z9o#0 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:59:35 GMT

Toyota unit to settle emissions scandal for $1.6bn

The truck company will also be banned from importing its diesel engines into the US for five years. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62666374l4o The truck company will also be banned from importing its diesel engines into the US for five years. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62666374l4o#1 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 04:04:09 GMT

Global growth forecast to flatline as tariffs add to strains

The World Bank predicts global economic growth of 2.7% this year amid concerns living standards will struggle to improve. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce9n0l2p7meo The World Bank predicts global economic growth of 2.7% this year amid concerns living standards will struggle to improve. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce9n0l2p7meo#1 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 18:00:24 GMT

Apple halts AI news alerts after errors

The tech giant was facing pressure to pull the feature after it made repeated mistakes summarising headlines. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5ggew08eyo The tech giant was facing pressure to pull the feature after it made repeated mistakes summarising headlines. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5ggew08eyo#0 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:50:28 GMT

Mark Carney, the 'unreliable boyfriend' who ran UK's central bank

Carney is now running for the Liberal Party leadership in Canada. What does his time in London tell us? URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3911lv1pzko Carney is now running for the Liberal Party leadership in Canada. What does his time in London tell us? https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3911lv1pzko#0 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 01:09:18 GMT

Mark Carney runs for leader of Canada's Liberal Party

The former central banker for the UK and Canada pitched himself as a someone who can help a country navigate economic challenges. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3vppxe99ndo The former central banker for the UK and Canada pitched himself as a someone who can help a country navigate economic challenges. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3vppxe99ndo#1 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 22:43:36 GMT

Reeves says she won't let critics get her down

The chancellor tells the BBC she has got "what it takes" following a bumpy week for the UK economy. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgmm3ye713o The chancellor tells the BBC she has got "what it takes" following a bumpy week for the UK economy. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgmm3ye713o#0 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 06:05:44 GMT

Avanti train strikes in January cancelled to allow talks

The strike dates suspended are Sunday 19 January and Sunday 26th January. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy4m7jwvnvzo The strike dates suspended are Sunday 19 January and Sunday 26th January. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy4m7jwvnvzo#1 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:54:39 GMT

Toyota unit to settle emissions scandal for $1.6bn

The truck company will also be banned from importing its diesel engines into the US for five years. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62666374l4o The truck company will also be banned from importing its diesel engines into the US for five years. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62666374l4o#0 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 04:04:09 GMT

BP to cut 4,700 jobs to reduce costs

The job losses at the oil giant will affect more than 5% of its global workforce. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgy3ve1q69o The job losses at the oil giant will affect more than 5% of its global workforce. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgy3ve1q69o#1 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 12:21:05 GMT

Three reasons Trump tariffs aren't China's only problem

The world's second largest economy is set to release annual economic growth figures. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ceq9lxlg811o The world's second largest economy is set to release annual economic growth figures. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ceq9lxlg811o#0 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 23:19:57 GMT

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. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9q7zqy1xlpo AI can take a second look at medical scans and flag up potential problems that doctors might not see. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9q7zqy1xlpo#0 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:07:03 GMT

Banned: Surprise mobile mid-contract price rises

It comes after customers complained of not being able to plan for price rises. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8j89zmykyvo It comes after customers complained of not being able to plan for price rises. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8j89zmykyvo#0 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:04:27 GMT

Next boss warns first jobs to become harder to find

Job prospects for younger workers are likely to be hit by Budget measures, Lord Wolfson tells the BBC. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgem592310o Job prospects for younger workers are likely to be hit by Budget measures, Lord Wolfson tells the BBC. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgem592310o#0 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:03:54 GMT

BT scraps EV charging point scheme having only installed one

It hoped to turn 60,000 roadside green cabinets into chargers - but now says it will focus on wifi instead. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c75zwyeq3v9o It hoped to turn 60,000 roadside green cabinets into chargers - but now says it will focus on wifi instead. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c75zwyeq3v9o#1 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 12:35:41 GMT

Mark Carney runs for leader of Canada's Liberal Party

The former central banker for the UK and Canada pitched himself as a someone who can help a country navigate economic challenges. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3vppxe99ndo The former central banker for the UK and Canada pitched himself as a someone who can help a country navigate economic challenges. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3vppxe99ndo#0 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 22:43:36 GMT

Borrowing costs fall after inflation surprise

Investors are now betting on an interest rate cut next month from the Bank of England. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce9n0xer288o Investors are now betting on an interest rate cut next month from the Bank of England. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce9n0xer288o#1 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 07:08:25 GMT

Worst global growth for 6 years forecast due to tariffs

The World Bank predicts global economic growth of 2.7% this year amid concerns living standards will struggle to improve. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce9n0l2p7meo The World Bank predicts global economic growth of 2.7% this year amid concerns living standards will struggle to improve. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce9n0l2p7meo#0 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 18:00:24 GMT

Town counts cost as ferries resume after storm

A full daily service to and from Dublin has reopened but one of the two ferry berths remain closed. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx24nj78lpjo A full daily service to and from Dublin has reopened but one of the two ferry berths remain closed. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx24nj78lpjo#1 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:35:40 GMT

Avanti cancels January train strikes to allow talks

The strike dates suspended are Sunday 19 January and Sunday 26th January. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy4m7jwvnvzo The strike dates suspended are Sunday 19 January and Sunday 26th January. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy4m7jwvnvzo#0 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:54:39 GMT

'Bereavement leave should apply to miscarriages'

Paid leave should be extended to parents who lose a pregnancy before 24 weeks, a report by MPs says. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdxnvdzgne7o Paid leave should be extended to parents who lose a pregnancy before 24 weeks, a report by MPs says. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdxnvdzgne7o#1 Wed, 15 Jan 2025 06:39:06 GMT

US firm that accused Adani Group of fraud shuts down

Nate Anderson, the founder of Hindenburg Research, has announced his decision to disband the company. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2jyrzg99yo Nate Anderson, the founder of Hindenburg Research, has announced his decision to disband the company. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2jyrzg99yo#0 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 06:14:04 GMT

High Court approves Carlsberg's J20 maker takeover

Carlsberg's £3.3bn deal to buy Britvic has been approved by a High Court judge. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g93rkel0mo Carlsberg's £3.3bn deal to buy Britvic has been approved by a High Court judge. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g93rkel0mo#1 Wed, 15 Jan 2025 14:04:16 GMT

US bans red dye 3 from some frosting, sweets and medicine

The FDA says food manufacturers have until January 2025 to remove the cherry-red dye from their products. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2qpngxgp4o The FDA says food manufacturers have until January 2025 to remove the cherry-red dye from their products. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2qpngxgp4o#0 Wed, 15 Jan 2025 21:56:44 GMT

Meta cuts 5% of jobs to lose 'lowest performers'

The company will shed roughly 3,600 roles but plans to backfill the roles later in the year. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3e18lnl20po The company will shed roughly 3,600 roles but plans to backfill the roles later in the year. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3e18lnl20po#1 Tue, 14 Jan 2025 22:07:41 GMT

What's the secret to Denmark's happy work-life balance?

The Nordic nation doesn't require staff to work long hours and has a generous welfare system. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20g7705re3o The Nordic nation doesn't require staff to work long hours and has a generous welfare system. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20g7705re3o#0 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:08:50 GMT