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Why food firms are scrambling to cut down on ingredients

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 14:05:19 GMT

Food firms are marketing ranges with fewer ingredients, but are they healthier?


A Belgrade landmark bombed by Nato could get Trump makeover

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 23:12:36 GMT

The Serbian project, led by Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, has run into opposition and scandal.


Human-sized Labubu doll sells for more than $150,000

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 02:28:45 GMT

The 131cm-high figurine was sold at the Yongle International Auction in Beijing.


Are house prices too high to get on the property ladder?

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 12:34:53 GMT

New data shows record house price rises are currently "centred" in south Wales.


What does the Air India crash mean for Boeing?

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 22:59:27 GMT

Until Thursday's tragic Air India crash in Ahmedabad, Boeing's 787 Dreamliner had an exemplary safety record.


China's electric cars are becoming slicker and cheaper - but is there a deeper cost?

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 23:04:10 GMT

The future for EVs will inevitably involve China. But where does that leave the UK and Europe markets – and what of the questions around national security?


Tours on hold amid sudden closure of city landmark

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 14:04:11 GMT

Increasing costs are presenting financial challenges and its trips are on hold, the charity says.


Why are electricity prices going up in Guernsey?

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 06:20:16 GMT

It comes as electricity prices in the UK are dropping.


The secretive US factory that lays bare the contradiction in Trump's America First plan

Sun, 18 May 2025 21:55:21 GMT

An exclusive look inside the closely guarded factory the president wants to become a foundation stone for a US golden age.


Chile's salmon farms hope for calmer waters

Wed, 28 May 2025 23:06:39 GMT

Chilean salmon producers are being criticised for operating in some of the country's national parks.


From festivals to weddings: Why drone shows are booming

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 23:01:54 GMT

Light shows involving hundreds and even thousands of drones are becoming big attractions.


The British jet engine that failed in the 'Valley of Death'

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 23:04:45 GMT

Workers at Reaction Engines felt they were close to completing a revolutionary jet engine.


Driving instructors say rising prices are fair - but learners can't keep up

Sat, 24 May 2025 23:18:06 GMT

Paige Williams, a single mum from Barnsley, says she's having to drastically cut back on spending to afford her £35-an-hour driving lessons.


Seven ways the Spending Review will affect you

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:48:00 GMT

Spending limits for government departments are being outlined by the chancellor. This is how it affects you.


The curious case of why a billionaire wants to buy Royal Mail

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 23:27:04 GMT

From the end of April, the 500-year-old Royal Mail will be controlled by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky who co-owns a football club - but why does he want it?


Winemakers finding Trump's tariffs hard to swallow

Sun, 25 May 2025 23:11:04 GMT

Wine producers in both France and the US are unhappy at the US president's trade actions.


Paternity leave: How much time off work do new dads get across Europe?

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:24:44 GMT

Most dads in the UK get two weeks of leave when their baby is born - but new fathers in many other countries get more.


Council tax expected to rise by 5% a year

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 10:12:13 GMT

Council tax is expected to rise by 5% a year to pay for local services, documents in the Spending Review suggest.


The women at the centre of Somalia's construction boom

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:53:06 GMT

Mogadishu's rapid expansion after decades of war is giving unexpected opportunities in a male-dominated society.


Son of Estée Lauder, who took the brand global, dies aged 92

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 01:51:15 GMT

Leonard Lauder joined his parents' company in 1958 and served as chief executive for 17 years.


How a joke about rice cost a Japan cabinet minister his job

Wed, 21 May 2025 21:40:22 GMT

Soaring rice prices are a powerful trigger in Japan, where shortages have caused political upsets before.


'I used to spend £50 there': What's gone wrong at Poundland?

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 23:10:18 GMT

After the budget retailer was sold for £1, we hear from shoppers and experts on why its popularity has waned.


Key points at a glance from the Spending Review

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 17:23:51 GMT

Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils how the government plans to spend money in the coming years.


Shared ownership: 'It's a con and we felt trapped'

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 04:41:46 GMT

Londoners, including couple Chris and Diana, share their experiences of shared ownership.


UK's largest road tunnel project awarded £590m

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 10:30:15 GMT

Work on the Lower Thames Crossing is expected to begin in 2026 and finish by 2032.


Frugal tech: The start-ups working on cheap innovation

Mon, 26 May 2025 23:03:01 GMT

Indian start-ups are using local materials and innovative ideas to make useful and affordable products.


Watchdog warns allergy sufferers about Dubai chocolate

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 13:37:24 GMT

The Food Standards Agency says the labelling on imported chocolate may not list all ingredients.


Can shoes be made in the US without cheap labour?

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:07:49 GMT

American production is possible, but it often needs to be automated to be cost effective.


People on £10,000 to £71,000 react to the UK's spending plans

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 19:17:16 GMT

After the government outlined its spending plans, people with a range of incomes give us their reaction.


Sainsburys and Morrisons told to stop tobacco ads

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 23:50:58 GMT

The government has written to the supermarkets to say the adverts are banned by a law passed in 2002.


How to stay safe during a storm and what to do in a power cut

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:36:02 GMT

The rain and high winds experienced during stormy weather can damage homes and cause power outages.


The Briefing Room

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT

From McKinley to Trump, the rise, fall and rise again of US tariffs.


Reeves vows to shield UK from Israel-Iran price shock

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 11:55:59 GMT

The chancellor said nothing was "off the table" in protecting people from the impact of higher oil prices.


Funeral director offering free limo rides to prom

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 05:20:31 GMT

A social media post offering lifts has spread "like wildfire" in the community, says Luke Reynolds.


How airline fees have turned baggage into billions

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 23:01:27 GMT

The amount carriers now charge for luggage is raising the ire of politicians and consumer groups.


Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 23:59:04 GMT

What made the US step back from the system that it profited handsomely from for decades?


Global oil prices soar after Israel attacks Iran

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 23:20:35 GMT

The cost of crude oil affects everything from the price of food at the supermarket to how much it costs to fill up your car.


WhatsApp to start showing more adverts in messaging app

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:00:08 GMT

People who link their WhatsApp account to Facebook or Instagram will see personalised ads.


Panorama

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Ros Atkins sets out to discover the truth about how our money is spent


US tariff turmoil makes Spain's flagship foods seek other markets

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 23:07:17 GMT

Spanish ham and olive oil producers are looking at other nations to replace sales in the US.


Disney and Universal sue AI firm Midjourney over images

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:11:26 GMT

The Hollywood studios allege Midjourney's image generator is a "bottomless pit of plagiarism".


Reeves refuses to rule out tax rises after economy shrinks

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 11:38:26 GMT

The chancellor highlights "uncertainty" in the world as economists warn of tax rises if the economy fails to grow.


Indian scientists search for the perfect apple

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 23:05:53 GMT

India can't grow enough apples to meet demand but farmers are struggling to raise production.


Minister to soften impact of planned disability benefit cuts

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 13:31:12 GMT

Liz Kendall tries to ease the impact of planned benefits cuts as Labour MPs consider rebelling.


Did Trump really strike Gulf deals worth $2tn?

Tue, 20 May 2025 23:01:50 GMT

Some analysts question whether the amount of investment will ultimately be that high.


'We make more money from weddings now than farming'

Tue, 27 May 2025 23:29:27 GMT

From falconry and helicopter rides to spas and solar farms, three quarters of farmers now have a side hustle.


'We sit in the dark to save money on electricity'

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 13:19:53 GMT

More than 100 protestors demonstrate on Saturday against above-inflation electricity price rises.


Poundland sold for £1 with shops set to close

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 10:19:24 GMT

The BBC understands up to 100 of the brand's 825 UK stores could close as the new owners shake up the business.


US deal 'may force UK biofuel plant to close'

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 14:04:33 GMT

Ensus says the recent UK-US tariff deal "fundamentally undermined its business position".


Badenoch calls for end to oil and gas windfall tax

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 12:21:29 GMT

The Conservative leader said the windfall tax on the oil and gas sector should end and new drilling licenses are needed.


The reality behind Trump's incredible investment claims

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:44:27 GMT

The president's impact on investment in the US is far more incremental than he has claimed.


How the Israel-Iran conflict could affect energy prices

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 06:59:52 GMT

Conflict in the Middle East often leads to higher energy prices, which can feed through to inflation.


Race to mine metals for EV batteries threatens marine paradise

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:29:33 GMT

Photographs appear to show how nickel mining damaged one the world's most diverse marine environments


Xi's real test is not Trump's trade war

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 05:40:17 GMT

The real battleground of the current trade war might be China's domestic economy


Faisal Islam: This is not a quick fix, but that's the point

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 17:25:37 GMT

The measures announced in the Spending Review will not instantly transform the economy.


HS2 reports subcontractor over alleged fraud

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 15:48:53 GMT

The firm managing the giant rail project has shared whistleblower allegations with HMRC.