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Food bills on course to rise by £275 as prices jump

Households are trading down or making simpler meals to save money on groceries, research shows. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn5kvv9n10go Households are trading down or making simpler meals to save money on groceries, research shows. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn5kvv9n10go#4 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 11:37:46 GMT

The voices in the cockpit fuelling controversy over Air India crash

Air India 171's crash report offered no closure - just more speculation and one haunting, unexplained detail. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn9yw0rljwvo Air India 171's crash report offered no closure - just more speculation and one haunting, unexplained detail. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn9yw0rljwvo#1 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 01:54:24 GMT

Food bills on course to rise by £275 as prices jump

Households are trading down or making simpler meals to save money on groceries, research shows. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn5kvv9n10go Households are trading down or making simpler meals to save money on groceries, research shows. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn5kvv9n10go#0 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 11:37:46 GMT

Taylor Swift and Drake music giant files to sell shares in US

It comes as two major US share indexes closed at new record highs on Monday. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce9xlmpz129o It comes as two major US share indexes closed at new record highs on Monday. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce9xlmpz129o#1 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:57:50 GMT

The voices in the cockpit fuelling controversy over Air India crash

Air India 171's crash report offered no closure - just more speculation and one haunting, unexplained detail. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn9yw0rljwvo Air India 171's crash report offered no closure - just more speculation and one haunting, unexplained detail. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn9yw0rljwvo#0 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 01:54:24 GMT

Guernsey's inflation rate slows to 3.9% - States

The rate of inflation is 1.4% lower than the same time last year, latest figures show. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8rpzz0yg7no The rate of inflation is 1.4% lower than the same time last year, latest figures show. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8rpzz0yg7no#4 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:11:49 GMT

Water bill rises needed after years of low investment, says report

A major review of the water industry also suggests compulsory smart meters and scrapping the regulator Ofwat. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c75rprzq361o A major review of the water industry also suggests compulsory smart meters and scrapping the regulator Ofwat. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c75rprzq361o#1 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 15:37:22 GMT

Government now main shareholder in £38bn Sizewell C

The cost of the project is now £38bn - the last official figure was for £20bn. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cev03wer0p2o The cost of the project is now £38bn - the last official figure was for £20bn. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cev03wer0p2o#0 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 06:34:25 GMT

Future pensioners to be worse off, government warns

Future pensioners are set to be worse off than today's with four-in-10 not saving enough for retirement, says the DWP. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgj84ejd9wo Future pensioners are set to be worse off than today's with four-in-10 not saving enough for retirement, says the DWP. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgj84ejd9wo#1 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 11:31:04 GMT

Government borrowing higher than expected in June

A big increase in debt interest payments outstripped rising income from taxes and National Insurance. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwygq5plz04o A big increase in debt interest payments outstripped rising income from taxes and National Insurance. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwygq5plz04o#0 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 06:15:44 GMT

Parents 'feel forgotten about' during summer months

It comes as research by Ulster University suggests more parents are cutting back on children's sports due to the rising costs of living. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq536yy855go It comes as research by Ulster University suggests more parents are cutting back on children's sports due to the rising costs of living. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq536yy855go#4 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:27:36 GMT

Ryanair mulls bigger bonus for spotting oversized bags

The airline says it is "determined to eliminate the scourge of oversized bags" on its planes. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c75rp3w77kpo The airline says it is "determined to eliminate the scourge of oversized bags" on its planes. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c75rp3w77kpo#1 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 16:16:07 GMT

Oil refinery to shut after no buyer found

The government says "no credible offers" have been made to buy the Lincolnshire refinery. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cql0n9dp7xwo The government says "no credible offers" have been made to buy the Lincolnshire refinery. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cql0n9dp7xwo#0 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 18:45:08 GMT

OpenAI and UK sign deal to use AI in public services

The US tech firm behind ChatGPT say it will work with the UK government to "deliver prosperity for all". URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czdv68gejm7o The US tech firm behind ChatGPT say it will work with the UK government to "deliver prosperity for all". https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czdv68gejm7o#0 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 03:25:30 GMT

Simon Jack: Will the water industry proposals make any difference?

The Cunliffe report has proposed reforms that are deep and wide, but they will take time to take effect. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj4e7nj0q1zo The Cunliffe report has proposed reforms that are deep and wide, but they will take time to take effect. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj4e7nj0q1zo#1 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 07:27:40 GMT

Car maker Stellantis says US tariffs have cost it €300m

The company behind the brands Vauxhall, Jeep and Fiat says Trump's 25% tariff on cars has hit trade. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gd1rdp45go The company behind the brands Vauxhall, Jeep and Fiat says Trump's 25% tariff on cars has hit trade. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gd1rdp45go#1 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 10:12:56 GMT

Taylor Swift and Drake music giant files to list on US stock market

It comes as two major US share indexes - S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite - closed at new record highs on Monday. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce9xlmpz129o It comes as two major US share indexes - S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite - closed at new record highs on Monday. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce9xlmpz129o#0 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:57:50 GMT

Waterloo signal issue fixed but delays to continue

The issue has been fixed, but people are urged to check before they travel. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg3le2mxk8o The issue has been fixed, but people are urged to check before they travel. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg3le2mxk8o#1 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 17:48:07 GMT

Why China is betting on theme parks like Legoland to boost spending

Beijing is turning to Western brands including Peppa Pig and Harry Potter to increase tourism. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0k7d858zvmo Beijing is turning to Western brands including Peppa Pig and Harry Potter to increase tourism. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0k7d858zvmo#2 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 23:10:15 GMT

Trucking's uneasy relationship with new tech

Matching trucks with cargo has become digitised, adding efficiency, but driving down earnings. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5yeyn4gl80o Matching trucks with cargo has become digitised, adding efficiency, but driving down earnings. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5yeyn4gl80o#0 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 23:20:14 GMT

Rents rise £221 a month in three years, analysis suggests

The monthly cost of renting rose just as fast as mortgage increases over the last three years, figures show. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyxp280dxwo The monthly cost of renting rose just as fast as mortgage increases over the last three years, figures show. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyxp280dxwo#0 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 23:19:40 GMT

Rents rise £221 a month in three years, analysis suggests

The monthly cost of renting rose just as fast as mortgage increases over the last three years, figures show. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyxp280dxwo The monthly cost of renting rose just as fast as mortgage increases over the last three years, figures show. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyxp280dxwo#4 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 23:19:40 GMT

Water bills will 'never again' jump as high, claims minister

Steve Reed pledges reforms to the "broken" water industry will prevent bills from rising by 30% again. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c75rprzq361o Steve Reed pledges reforms to the "broken" water industry will prevent bills from rising by 30% again. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c75rprzq361o#0 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 12:52:02 GMT

Car maker Stellantis says US tariffs have cost it €300m

The company behind the brands Vauxhall, Jeep and Fiat says Trump's 25% tariff on cars has hit trade. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gd1rdp45go The company behind the brands Vauxhall, Jeep and Fiat says Trump's 25% tariff on cars has hit trade. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gd1rdp45go#0 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 10:12:56 GMT

Are we willing to drop cash Isas and take more risks with our money?

Experts have questioned Rachel Reeves' plan to encourage investors with a campaign in the style of "Tell Sid". URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyg0ldvw0eo Experts have questioned Rachel Reeves' plan to encourage investors with a campaign in the style of "Tell Sid". https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyg0ldvw0eo#1 Sat, 19 Jul 2025 23:04:42 GMT

New water ombudsman will tackle leaks and overcharging

The new consumer champion is being launched as part of wider plans to overhaul the water industry. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c056r4jzg88o The new consumer champion is being launched as part of wider plans to overhaul the water industry. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c056r4jzg88o#1 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 21:30:09 GMT

Ryanair mulls bigger bonus for spotting oversized bags

The airline says it is "determined to eliminate the scourge of oversized bags" on its planes. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c75rp3w77kpo The airline says it is "determined to eliminate the scourge of oversized bags" on its planes. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c75rp3w77kpo#0 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 10:18:34 GMT

How the rise of green tech is feeding another environmental crisis

The world's race to decarbonise has led to the rise of electric cars - and with it, soaring demand for lithium, which is required for the batteries URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c30741j351go The world's race to decarbonise has led to the rise of electric cars - and with it, soaring demand for lithium, which is required for the batteries https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c30741j351go#1 Sat, 19 Jul 2025 23:05:12 GMT

Trains cancelled due to Waterloo signal failure

Updates are expected regarding the South Western Railway problems later on Monday. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg3le2mxk8o Updates are expected regarding the South Western Railway problems later on Monday. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg3le2mxk8o#0 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 09:19:49 GMT

Trains return to public ownership in south Essex

Operator c2c runs trains between London Fenchurch Street and Shoeburyness in Essex. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gd48kz792o Operator c2c runs trains between London Fenchurch Street and Shoeburyness in Essex. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gd48kz792o#1 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 05:28:44 GMT

Simon Jack: Will the water industry proposals make any difference?

The Cunliffe report has proposed reforms that are deep and wide, but they will take time to take effect. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj4e7nj0q1zo The Cunliffe report has proposed reforms that are deep and wide, but they will take time to take effect. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj4e7nj0q1zo#0 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 07:27:40 GMT

Free school uniform event at shopping centre

The event will be held at Peterborough's Queensgate Shopping Centre on1 August. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g2lx9ldleo The event will be held at Peterborough's Queensgate Shopping Centre on1 August. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g2lx9ldleo#4 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 06:27:55 GMT

US tech CEO resigns after Coldplay concert embrace goes viral

The company said its leader had not met the expected standard of conduct and accountability. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx20z3ykd9ro The company said its leader had not met the expected standard of conduct and accountability. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx20z3ykd9ro#1 Sat, 19 Jul 2025 20:06:05 GMT

Buy now, pay later affordability checks to come into force

Long-promised regulation of the sector will come into force next July, but lenders will have some flexibility. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwygjvd67plo Long-promised regulation of the sector will come into force next July, but lenders will have some flexibility. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwygjvd67plo#1 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:32:13 GMT

Sylvanian Families in legal battle over TikTok sex, drugs and murder videos

The toys' owner is suing a TikTok creator who makes videos of them in adult storylines. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq8z9g7n7lpo The toys' owner is suing a TikTok creator who makes videos of them in adult storylines. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq8z9g7n7lpo#1 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 21:36:35 GMT

Parked in lay-bys - the drivers determined to avoid airport drop-off fees

With more than half of the UK's busiest airports having raised 'kiss-and-fly' fees in the last year, some people have their own ideas. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd78lee2enpo With more than half of the UK's busiest airports having raised 'kiss-and-fly' fees in the last year, some people have their own ideas. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd78lee2enpo#1 Sat, 19 Jul 2025 23:05:35 GMT

New water ombudsman will tackle leaks and overcharging

The new consumer champion is being launched as part of wider plans to overhaul the water industry. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c056r4jzg88o The new consumer champion is being launched as part of wider plans to overhaul the water industry. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c056r4jzg88o#0 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 21:30:09 GMT

Future pensioners to be worse off, government warns

Future pensioners are set to be worse off than today's with four-in-10 not saving enough for retirement, says the DWP. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgj84ejd9wo Future pensioners are set to be worse off than today's with four-in-10 not saving enough for retirement, says the DWP. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgj84ejd9wo#0 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:13:38 GMT

Charity staff face burnout amid 'triple crisis'

Charity leaders say demand and costs had gone up at a time when fundraising was getting tougher. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c78ny812pdlo Charity leaders say demand and costs had gone up at a time when fundraising was getting tougher. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c78ny812pdlo#4 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 05:12:46 GMT

'Missing meals to feed my children is the norm'

Users of The Grub Hub in Coventry describe the social supermarket as a "lifeline". URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy5wdld4kdko Users of The Grub Hub in Coventry describe the social supermarket as a "lifeline". https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy5wdld4kdko#4 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 05:04:19 GMT

Future pensioners to be worse off, government warns

Future pensioners are set to be worse off than today's with four-in-10 not saving enough for retirement, says the DWP. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgj84ejd9wo Future pensioners are set to be worse off than today's with four-in-10 not saving enough for retirement, says the DWP. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgj84ejd9wo#4 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:13:38 GMT

China bets on Western theme parks to help boost spending

Eager to revive the economy, Beijing is turning to attractions like Lego and Harry Potter to increase tourism. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0k7d858zvmo Eager to revive the economy, Beijing is turning to attractions like Lego and Harry Potter to increase tourism. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0k7d858zvmo#0 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 23:10:15 GMT

Spud-tacular: How India became a french fry superpower

India's position as a leading exporter of french fries has spurred innovation on potato farms. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ced2zpvv179o India's position as a leading exporter of french fries has spurred innovation on potato farms. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ced2zpvv179o#2 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 23:08:22 GMT

Business Daily

How mortgages are handled in the US and Europe - where home financing is common URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3ct6scc How mortgages are handled in the US and Europe - where home financing is common https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3ct6scc#6 Tue, 15 Jul 2025 23:01:00 GMT

Sub-postmistress conviction referred to appeal court

A Kent woman's case is the first conviction linked to the Post Office Capture system to be referred. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2leqrqvj1yo A Kent woman's case is the first conviction linked to the Post Office Capture system to be referred. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2leqrqvj1yo#1 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 13:29:04 GMT

Are we willing to drop cash Isas and take more risks with our money?

Experts have questioned Rachel Reeves' plan to encourage investors with a campaign in the style of "Tell Sid". URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyg0ldvw0eo Experts have questioned Rachel Reeves' plan to encourage investors with a campaign in the style of "Tell Sid". https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyg0ldvw0eo#0 Sat, 19 Jul 2025 23:04:42 GMT

US passes first major national crypto legislation

It marks a milestone for the once fringe industry, as it expands its power in Washington. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd78lvd94zyo It marks a milestone for the once fringe industry, as it expands its power in Washington. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd78lvd94zyo#1 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 23:17:14 GMT

'Disappointment' after real living wage bid paused

Vale of White Horse District Council says it was a "time-consuming and resource intensive process". URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cly8xr0g7vvo Vale of White Horse District Council says it was a "time-consuming and resource intensive process". https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cly8xr0g7vvo#4 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 06:46:22 GMT

Netflix uses AI effects for first time to cut costs

The streaming firm says AI allowed The Eternaut to complete a sequence faster and cheaper. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9vr4rymlw9o The streaming firm says AI allowed The Eternaut to complete a sequence faster and cheaper. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9vr4rymlw9o#1 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 08:54:29 GMT

Serious water pollution incidents up 60% in England, Environment Agency says

Last year had the highest number of pollution events by water companies ever recorded. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg5zl75dmm0o Last year had the highest number of pollution events by water companies ever recorded. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg5zl75dmm0o#1 Sat, 19 Jul 2025 02:56:03 GMT

How the rise of green tech is feeding another environmental crisis

The world's race to decarbonise has led to the rise of electric cars - and with it, soaring demand for lithium, which is required for the batteries URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c30741j351go The world's race to decarbonise has led to the rise of electric cars - and with it, soaring demand for lithium, which is required for the batteries https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c30741j351go#0 Sat, 19 Jul 2025 23:05:12 GMT

Parked in lay-bys - the drivers determined to avoid airport drop-off fees

Drivers at Edinburgh Airport say they resent paying high fees for dropping off passengers. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd78lee2enpo Drivers at Edinburgh Airport say they resent paying high fees for dropping off passengers. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd78lee2enpo#0 Sat, 19 Jul 2025 23:05:35 GMT

Trains return to public ownership in south Essex

Operator c2c runs trains between London Fenchurch Street and Shoeburyness in Essex. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gd48kz792o Operator c2c runs trains between London Fenchurch Street and Shoeburyness in Essex. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gd48kz792o#0 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 05:28:44 GMT

Are we willing to drop cash Isas and take more risks with our money?

Experts have questioned Rachel Reeves' plan to encourage investors with a campaign in the style of "Tell Sid". URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyg0ldvw0eo Experts have questioned Rachel Reeves' plan to encourage investors with a campaign in the style of "Tell Sid". https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyg0ldvw0eo#4 Sat, 19 Jul 2025 23:04:42 GMT

Sylvanian Families' legal battle over TikTok drama

The toys' owner is suing a TikTok creator who makes videos of them in adult storylines. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq8z9g7n7lpo The toys' owner is suing a TikTok creator who makes videos of them in adult storylines. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq8z9g7n7lpo#0 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 21:36:35 GMT

Defence firms 'confident' hundreds more jobs will come

The UK government is increasing spending on defence, but companies who supply military kit have yet to see any new contracts. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c86gnq3j2qno The UK government is increasing spending on defence, but companies who supply military kit have yet to see any new contracts. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c86gnq3j2qno#1 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 05:21:51 GMT

'We bought our first home with another couple'

Two couples struggling to afford London prices bought a flat together. Add two babies and how is it going? URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c80pnjmlp53o Two couples struggling to afford London prices bought a flat together. Add two babies and how is it going? https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c80pnjmlp53o#6 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 15:08:15 GMT

UK's most powerful supercomputer comes online

The Isambard-AI supercomputer is made fully operational as the government unveils fresh AI plans. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8rpnlrj7ppo The Isambard-AI supercomputer is made fully operational as the government unveils fresh AI plans. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8rpnlrj7ppo#1 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 17:00:48 GMT

Sub-postmistress conviction referred to appeal court

A Kent woman's case is the first conviction linked to the Post Office Capture system to be referred. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2leqrqvj1yo A Kent woman's case is the first conviction linked to the Post Office Capture system to be referred. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2leqrqvj1yo#0 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 13:29:04 GMT

Witness History

On 6 July 2015, the Greek people decisively rejected the terms of a financial bailout URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3ct74q4 On 6 July 2015, the Greek people decisively rejected the terms of a financial bailout https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3ct74q4#6 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 08:56:00 GMT

'People in debt shouldn't have to suffer alone'

Campaigners warn of a looming crisis if more isn't done to help those with growing unsecured debt. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce8zl528d57o Campaigners warn of a looming crisis if more isn't done to help those with growing unsecured debt. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce8zl528d57o#4 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 08:50:27 GMT

Serious water pollution incidents up 60% in England

Last year had the highest number of pollution events by water companies ever recorded. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg5zl75dmm0o Last year had the highest number of pollution events by water companies ever recorded. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg5zl75dmm0o#0 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 07:38:46 GMT

Former HSBC trader has fraud conviction overturned

Mark Johnson, 59, has fought to establish his innocence ever since he was convicted of fraud in 2017. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20pd1y1e0eo Mark Johnson, 59, has fought to establish his innocence ever since he was convicted of fraud in 2017. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20pd1y1e0eo#1 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 20:33:28 GMT

Meta investors settle $8bn lawsuit with Zuckerberg over Facebook privacy

Shareholders accused Meta leaders of damaging the company by allowing repeat violations of Facebook users' privacy. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2jmledvr3o Shareholders accused Meta leaders of damaging the company by allowing repeat violations of Facebook users' privacy. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2jmledvr3o#1 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 20:05:28 GMT

Defence firms 'confident' hundreds more jobs will come

The UK government is increasing spending on defence, but companies who supply military kit have yet to see any new contracts. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c86gnq3j2qno The UK government is increasing spending on defence, but companies who supply military kit have yet to see any new contracts. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c86gnq3j2qno#0 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 05:21:51 GMT

Police officers take second jobs to pay the bills

Latest figures show that in May 126 Sussex Police officers were registered as having a second job. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj613213wjko Latest figures show that in May 126 Sussex Police officers were registered as having a second job. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj613213wjko#4 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 05:02:18 GMT

UK jobs market weakens as unemployment rate rises

The official data shows wage growth has slowed while the number of vacancies continues to fall. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg754negn75o The official data shows wage growth has slowed while the number of vacancies continues to fall. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg754negn75o#1 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 10:22:17 GMT

Netflix boss says AI effects used in show for first time

Visual effects made using the technology has appeared in a Netflix original show for the first time. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9vr4rymlw9o Visual effects made using the technology has appeared in a Netflix original show for the first time. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9vr4rymlw9o#0 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 01:55:08 GMT

US passes first major national crypto legislation

It marks a milestone for the once fringe industry, as it expands its power in Washington. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd78lvd94zyo It marks a milestone for the once fringe industry, as it expands its power in Washington. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd78lvd94zyo#0 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 23:17:14 GMT

Jaguar Land Rover to cut up to 500 UK jobs

The carmaker says the cuts are part of "normal business practice", but one expert blames US tariffs. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c86g2d7e4pwo The carmaker says the cuts are part of "normal business practice", but one expert blames US tariffs. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c86g2d7e4pwo#1 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:42:06 GMT

Buy now, pay later checks will block some shoppers

Long-promised regulation of the sector will come into force next July, but lenders will have some flexibility. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwygjvd67plo Long-promised regulation of the sector will come into force next July, but lenders will have some flexibility. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwygjvd67plo#4 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 23:05:24 GMT

Summer holiday club costs: 'It's the amount you'd spend going away'

Some areas have seen prices rise by as much as 13%, research by children's charity Corum finds. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx231jx70evo Some areas have seen prices rise by as much as 13%, research by children's charity Corum finds. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx231jx70evo#1 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:01:23 GMT

Buy now, pay later checks will block some shoppers

Long-promised regulation of the sector will come into force next July, but lenders will have some flexibility. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwygjvd67plo Long-promised regulation of the sector will come into force next July, but lenders will have some flexibility. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwygjvd67plo#0 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 23:05:24 GMT

Spud-tacular: How India became a french fry superpower

India's position as a leading exporter of french fries has spurred innovation on potato farms. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ced2zpvv179o India's position as a leading exporter of french fries has spurred innovation on potato farms. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ced2zpvv179o#0 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 23:08:22 GMT

Busiest UK airports raise kiss-and-fly fees, says RAC

Britain's airports are charging up to £7 to briefly drop off passengers close to terminals. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyg0ly2ld8o Britain's airports are charging up to £7 to briefly drop off passengers close to terminals. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyg0ly2ld8o#1 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 16:19:30 GMT

Former HSBC trader has fraud conviction overturned

Mark Johnson, 59, has fought to establish his innocence ever since he was convicted of fraud in 2017. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20pd1y1e0eo Mark Johnson, 59, has fought to establish his innocence ever since he was convicted of fraud in 2017. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20pd1y1e0eo#0 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 20:33:28 GMT

'It's just better!' Trump says Coca-Cola to change key US ingredient

Coca-Cola said they "appreciate President Trump's enthusiasm", without confirming they plan to make the tweak. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czxe59zl8qzo Coca-Cola said they "appreciate President Trump's enthusiasm", without confirming they plan to make the tweak. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czxe59zl8qzo#1 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:05:05 GMT

Meta investors settle $8bn lawsuit with Zuckerberg over Facebook privacy

Shareholders accused Meta leaders of damaging the company by allowing repeat violations of Facebook users' privacy. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2jmledvr3o Shareholders accused Meta leaders of damaging the company by allowing repeat violations of Facebook users' privacy. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2jmledvr3o#0 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 15:35:58 GMT

Trump discussed firing Fed boss but 'highly unlikely' he will

The US president admitted he broached sacking Jerome Powell, in what would be an unprecedented move. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4geyrdprwjo The US president admitted he broached sacking Jerome Powell, in what would be an unprecedented move. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4geyrdprwjo#1 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 20:53:24 GMT

UK's most powerful supercomputer comes online

The Isambard-AI supercomputer is made fully operational as the government unveils fresh AI plans. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8rpnlrj7ppo The Isambard-AI supercomputer is made fully operational as the government unveils fresh AI plans. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8rpnlrj7ppo#0 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 17:00:48 GMT

Heat pump makers are ready for a rush: Will customers come?

Heat pump makers are ready to raise output, but demand is still sluggish. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crmvl3remg2o Heat pump makers are ready to raise output, but demand is still sluggish. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crmvl3remg2o#2 Mon, 14 Jul 2025 23:00:05 GMT

Samsung boss cleared of fraud by South Korea's top court

The ruling comes after Lee Jae-yong was acquitted of all charges in two earlier trials. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgj04nw19zo The ruling comes after Lee Jae-yong was acquitted of all charges in two earlier trials. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgj04nw19zo#1 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 06:13:59 GMT

Jaguar Land Rover to cut up to 500 jobs

The company says this is 'normal business practice' but an expert blames Trump tariffs URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c86g2d7e4pwo The company says this is 'normal business practice' but an expert blames Trump tariffs https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c86g2d7e4pwo#0 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 08:46:38 GMT

UK inflation at highest for almost a year and a half

Food and clothing prices rose more quickly while fuel fell only slightly, boosting the overall rate of inflation. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3en2enpy7po Food and clothing prices rose more quickly while fuel fell only slightly, boosting the overall rate of inflation. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3en2enpy7po#1 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 09:54:31 GMT

UK jobs market continues to weaken

The official data shows wage growth has slowed while the number of vacancies continues to fall. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg754negn75o The official data shows wage growth has slowed while the number of vacancies continues to fall. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg754negn75o#0 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 06:26:45 GMT

Price of housing and groceries cause most concern

The report also says one issue is not just high prices, but people's ability to meet them. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czjk8vzpyy3o The report also says one issue is not just high prices, but people's ability to meet them. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czjk8vzpyy3o#4 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 05:51:16 GMT

Food voucher scheme 'paused' due to high demand

Council says it has paused new applications for three weeks as it works through a waiting list. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8d627vnne1o Council says it has paused new applications for three weeks as it works through a waiting list. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8d627vnne1o#4 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 05:38:30 GMT

Samsung boss cleared by Supreme Court over fraud case

The ruling comes after Lee Jae-yong was acquitted of all charges in two earlier trials. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgj04nw19zo The ruling comes after Lee Jae-yong was acquitted of all charges in two earlier trials. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgj04nw19zo#0 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 02:34:04 GMT

Faisal Islam: Surprise inflation jump complicates interest rate decision

Higher inflation could give the Bank of England pause for thought over cutting interest rates. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c70xy9nv7p7o Higher inflation could give the Bank of England pause for thought over cutting interest rates. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c70xy9nv7p7o#1 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 17:40:33 GMT

Boss of Guinness-owner Diageo suddenly steps down

Diageo boss Debra Crew steps down after board decision for her to go. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8xv21n2ky9o Diageo boss Debra Crew steps down after board decision for her to go. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8xv21n2ky9o#1 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 15:05:08 GMT

Busiest UK airports raise kiss-and-fly fees, says RAC

Britain's airports are charging up to £7 to briefly drop-off passengers close to terminals. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyg0ly2ld8o Britain's airports are charging up to £7 to briefly drop-off passengers close to terminals. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyg0ly2ld8o#0 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:01:34 GMT

Co-op boss confirms all 6.5m members had data stolen

In her first interview since the attack, Co-op's chief executive said she was "incredibly sorry" to customers. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cql0ple066po In her first interview since the attack, Co-op's chief executive said she was "incredibly sorry" to customers. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cql0ple066po#1 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 13:10:12 GMT

Cost of summer holiday clubs rises to £1,076 a child

Some areas have seen prices rise by as much as 13%, research by children's charity Corum finds. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx231jx70evo Some areas have seen prices rise by as much as 13%, research by children's charity Corum finds. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx231jx70evo#4 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:04:21 GMT

Cost of summer holiday clubs rises to £1,076 a child

Some areas have seen prices rise by as much as 13%, research by children's charity Corum finds. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx231jx70evo Some areas have seen prices rise by as much as 13%, research by children's charity Corum finds. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx231jx70evo#0 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:04:21 GMT

'It's just better!' Trump says Coca-Cola to change key US ingredient

Coca-Cola said they "appreciate President Trump's enthusiasm", without confirming they plan to make the tweak. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czxe59zl8qzo Coca-Cola said they "appreciate President Trump's enthusiasm", without confirming they plan to make the tweak. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czxe59zl8qzo#0 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 21:55:04 GMT

Trip drink ad banned over claim it makes you calm

The ad for the cucumber and mint drink made unauthorised health claims, the advertising watchdog found. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c14e2d2ednpo The ad for the cucumber and mint drink made unauthorised health claims, the advertising watchdog found. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c14e2d2ednpo#1 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 13:37:20 GMT

German defence tech firm to make drones in UK

STARK, which makes weapon systems for NATO, says its new facility in Swindon will support 100 jobs. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvg9qkxnyn2o STARK, which makes weapon systems for NATO, says its new facility in Swindon will support 100 jobs. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvg9qkxnyn2o#1 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 21:29:35 GMT

Barclays fined millions over financial crime risk lapses

The UK's financial watchdog says the bank had failed to properly check two of its clients. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpwqeyj1d15o The UK's financial watchdog says the bank had failed to properly check two of its clients. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpwqeyj1d15o#1 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 13:14:00 GMT

Trump says it is highly unlikely he will fire US Fed chair

The US president admitted he had broached sacking Jerome Powell but rowed back on removing him hours later. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4geyrdprwjo The US president admitted he had broached sacking Jerome Powell but rowed back on removing him hours later. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4geyrdprwjo#0 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 16:35:13 GMT

Stop being negative about savers buying shares, Reeves says

Chancellor tells the financial industry to change the narrative around consumer investment to encourage growth. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn4ld9v73dzo Chancellor tells the financial industry to change the narrative around consumer investment to encourage growth. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn4ld9v73dzo#1 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 09:16:38 GMT

Boss of Guinness-owner Diageo suddenly steps down

Diageo boss Debra Crew steps down after board decision for her to go. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8xv21n2ky9o Diageo boss Debra Crew steps down after board decision for her to go. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8xv21n2ky9o#0 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 15:05:08 GMT

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