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Families being priced out of London, Assembly told

There has been a drop in birth rates and the number of children living in London, experts say. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0l7pzx6602o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss There has been a drop in birth rates and the number of children living in London, experts say. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0l7pzx6602o#4 Sat, 18 Oct 2025 07:02:30 GMT

British Gas owner among firms fined for underpaying staff

A list of nearly 500 employers fined more than £10m for failing to pay the minimum wage is released. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g7zrmpld0o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss A list of nearly 500 employers fined more than £10m for failing to pay the minimum wage is released. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g7zrmpld0o#1 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 23:04:51 GMT

Lamborghini swerves away from all-electric future

Customers still want "the sound and the emotion" of internal combustion engines, the company's boss Stephan Winkelmann said. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clykvq2955qo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Customers still want "the sound and the emotion" of internal combustion engines, the company's boss Stephan Winkelmann said. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clykvq2955qo#0 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 21:45:04 GMT

How nervous are investors about the stock market?

As shares remain high, investors have been jumping at signs of trouble. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq502xl53xqo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss As shares remain high, investors have been jumping at signs of trouble. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq502xl53xqo#0 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 21:35:37 GMT

Squeaky shoes lead to lawsuit for being 'embarassing'

Athletic shoe company On is facing a lawsuit from customers who claim that its sneakers produce annoying squeaks. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c803lzr87yno?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Athletic shoe company On is facing a lawsuit from customers who claim that its sneakers produce annoying squeaks. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c803lzr87yno#0 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 19:58:30 GMT

'You are willing to lose the money, but not the person' says romance scam victim

Varun Yadav lost his entire life savings after he was a victim of romance fraud on a dating app. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c24l5301gg8o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Varun Yadav lost his entire life savings after he was a victim of romance fraud on a dating app. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c24l5301gg8o#1 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:02:28 GMT

How good is the battery in a used electric vehicle?

Companies are offering tech they say can accurately test the health of batteries in used EVs. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2dn5gxxgz1o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Companies are offering tech they say can accurately test the health of batteries in used EVs. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2dn5gxxgz1o#2 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 23:06:33 GMT

Reeves plans 'targeted action' on bills in Budget

The chancellor is planning moves to help households with the cost of living in the Budget. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8eykkgdze5o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss The chancellor is planning moves to help households with the cost of living in the Budget. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8eykkgdze5o#1 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 23:01:43 GMT

Landmark global shipping deal in tatters after US pressure

President Trump intervened in the talks calling the deal a "green scam". URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3vnl0yxg53o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss President Trump intervened in the talks calling the deal a "green scam". https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3vnl0yxg53o#0 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:48:45 GMT

How to make money from your bank in time for Christmas

Martin Lewis explains how you can get up to £400 of free cash - by switching bank accounts. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c751l9x9370o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Martin Lewis explains how you can get up to £400 of free cash - by switching bank accounts. https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c751l9x9370o#6 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 11:42:44 GMT

How to make money from your bank in time for Christmas

Martin Lewis explains how you can get up to £400 of free cash - by switching bank accounts. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c751l9x9370o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Martin Lewis explains how you can get up to £400 of free cash - by switching bank accounts. https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c751l9x9370o#4 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 11:42:44 GMT

China has found Trump's pain point - rare earths

China holds a near-monopoly in the processing of the elements crucial for making everything from smartphones to fighter jets. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg1jr18z4ko?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss China holds a near-monopoly in the processing of the elements crucial for making everything from smartphones to fighter jets. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg1jr18z4ko#1 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 01:31:59 GMT

Global stock markets hit by nerves over US banks

Problems at two US regional banks have made investors nervous and triggered a sell-off in shares. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gjz82wx4wo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Problems at two US regional banks have made investors nervous and triggered a sell-off in shares. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gjz82wx4wo#0 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 11:07:55 GMT

Trump administration sued over $100K fee for skilled worker visas

The president has defended the fee and said the programme - used widely by US tech companies - was being abused URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm270lj46eyo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss The president has defended the fee and said the programme - used widely by US tech companies - was being abused https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm270lj46eyo#1 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 22:15:31 GMT

'You are willing to lose the money, but not the person' says romance scam victim

Varun Yadav lost his entire life savings after he was a victim of romance fraud on a dating app. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c24l5301gg8o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Varun Yadav lost his entire life savings after he was a victim of romance fraud on a dating app. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c24l5301gg8o#0 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 05:17:53 GMT

Spotify working on AI music tools with major record labels

The streaming service says it will respect artists' rights in creating new "responsible" AI products. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn7emv83edjo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss The streaming service says it will respect artists' rights in creating new "responsible" AI products. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn7emv83edjo#1 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 16:48:01 GMT

China's biggest shopping event starts five weeks early to revive spending

Typically a shopping event that begins on 11 November - Singles Day has kicked off earlier this year. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx24d4xjzj3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Typically a shopping event that begins on 11 November - Singles Day has kicked off earlier this year. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx24d4xjzj3o#1 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 03:20:26 GMT

Spotify working on AI music tools with major record labels

The streaming service says it will respect artists' rights in creating new "responsible" AI products. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn7emv83edjo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss The streaming service says it will respect artists' rights in creating new "responsible" AI products. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn7emv83edjo#0 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 16:48:01 GMT

Major UK rare earths refinery scrapped in favour of US

The project would have given the UK a strategic foothold in the rare earths industry. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czxnv7y03nno?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss The project would have given the UK a strategic foothold in the rare earths industry. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czxnv7y03nno#1 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 15:32:05 GMT

Netherlands' renewables drive putting pressure on its power grid

Homes asked to use less electricity as network is overloaded by the rush to wind and solar power. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn40y9yxkgvo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Homes asked to use less electricity as network is overloaded by the rush to wind and solar power. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn40y9yxkgvo#2 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 23:04:37 GMT

Betting firm Paddy Power to close 57 shops in UK and Ireland

Its parent company said affected staff would be "offered redeployment opportunities where possible". URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgm444xlllo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Its parent company said affected staff would be "offered redeployment opportunities where possible". https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgm444xlllo#1 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:19:39 GMT

UK economy grew slightly in August ahead of key Budget

The 0.1% growth follows a slight contraction in the economy during July, official figures show. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq65j9pm508o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss The 0.1% growth follows a slight contraction in the economy during July, official figures show. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq65j9pm508o#1 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 09:42:45 GMT

British Gas owner among firms fined for underpaying staff

A list of nearly 500 employers fined more than £10m for failing to pay the minimum wage is released. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g7zrmpld0o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss A list of nearly 500 employers fined more than £10m for failing to pay the minimum wage is released. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g7zrmpld0o#0 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 23:04:51 GMT

How good is the battery in a used electric vehicle?

Companies are offering tech they say can accurately test the health of batteries in used EVs. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2dn5gxxgz1o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Companies are offering tech they say can accurately test the health of batteries in used EVs. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2dn5gxxgz1o#0 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 23:06:33 GMT

Cafes and food delivery apps are our new rivals, Greene King CEO says

Young adults are drinking less, so the likes of Nick Mackenzie are having to expand the appeal of pubs. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd9kd14pgzgo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Young adults are drinking less, so the likes of Nick Mackenzie are having to expand the appeal of pubs. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd9kd14pgzgo#0 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 23:05:11 GMT

Nestle to axe 16,000 jobs as new boss pushes to cut costs

The cereal-maker's new boss says he wants to instil a "performance mindset" and prioritise earnings. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2nl5l0d5eo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss The cereal-maker's new boss says he wants to instil a "performance mindset" and prioritise earnings. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2nl5l0d5eo#1 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 07:19:13 GMT

China has found Trump's pain point - rare earths

China holds a near-monopoly in the processing of the elements crucial for making everything from smartphones to fighter jets. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg1jr18z4ko?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss China holds a near-monopoly in the processing of the elements crucial for making everything from smartphones to fighter jets. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg1jr18z4ko#0 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 22:03:42 GMT

Thousands in UK sue Johnson & Johnson over talcum powder cancer risks

The claim involves 3,000 people and focuses on internal memos and scientific reports, seen by the BBC. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c797wv928g8o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss The claim involves 3,000 people and focuses on internal memos and scientific reports, seen by the BBC. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c797wv928g8o#1 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:30:29 GMT

Trump administration sued over $100K fee for skilled worker visas

The president has defended the fee and said the programme - used widely by US tech companies - was being abused URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm270lj46eyo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss The president has defended the fee and said the programme - used widely by US tech companies - was being abused https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm270lj46eyo#0 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 22:15:31 GMT

Canada threatens Jeep-maker over possible US move

The Canadian government was reacting after the company said it would move start producing its Jeep Compass model in Illinois. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn97xx7d3r1o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss The Canadian government was reacting after the company said it would move start producing its Jeep Compass model in Illinois. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn97xx7d3r1o#1 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:44:02 GMT

Major UK rare earths refinery scrapped in favour of US

The project would have given the UK a strategic foothold in the rare earths industry. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czxnv7y03nno?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss The project would have given the UK a strategic foothold in the rare earths industry. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czxnv7y03nno#0 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 15:32:05 GMT

Reeves urged to make Budget 'bold' or risk future tax rises

The Institute for Fiscal Studies says the chancellor needs to find £22bn to make up a shortfall. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg7n8v34jvlo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss The Institute for Fiscal Studies says the chancellor needs to find £22bn to make up a shortfall. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg7n8v34jvlo#1 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 08:36:46 GMT

Reeves plans 'targeted action' on bills in Budget

The chancellor is planning moves to help households with the cost of living in the Budget. URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8eykkgdze5o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss The chancellor is planning moves to help households with the cost of living in the Budget. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8eykkgdze5o#0 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 14:32:17 GMT