The 100ml liquid rule returns for UK and EU airports

Air travellers who hoped the era of "tiny toiletries" was nearly over are facing fresh disappointment.

Mining boss opposes staff leaving office for coffee

Managing director of Mineral Resources Chris Ellison wants to "hold staff captive all day long".

Fuel duty cut could be scrapped, says RAC

The motoring group claims retailers not drivers have benefitted from lower tax on petrol and diesel.

Are AI-created recipes hard to swallow?

Chefs are increasingly using AI to dream up new food combinations, but the results are mixed.

'Hellway' - the new-build estate with no end of snags

Residents complain of three years of "chaos" including a collapsing staircase.

Shop prices fall for first time in nearly three years

Prices in August were down 0.3% from a year ago, the first fall since October 2021, a retail group says.

'We did it!' Next shop workers win equal pay claim

In-store staff, who are mostly women, should be paid the same as warehouse workers, a tribunal rules.

Uber fined €290m for personal data transfer

The Dutch watchdog said the transfers were a "serious violation" of EU data protection regulation.

Defence firms 'need reassuring' that big orders will be long-term

Western military production has ramped up due to Ukraine, but will it continue after the war ends?

Ex-Boeing staff claims electrical faults 'concealed'

A campaign group has accused Boeing of concealing information about electrical problems on a plane.

Royal Mail fails to meet spring delivery targets

Royal Mail delivered less than 80% of first class post on time between April and the end of June.

EE tells parents: don't give under-11s smartphones

The mobile phone network recommends parents buy under-11s phones that can only text or call.

Typical household energy bill up £149 a year in October

Energy regulator Ofgem announces price changes for 27 million households in England, Wales and Scotland.

Have supermarkets reached peak self-scan?

Supermarket are beginning to question the divisive technology after years of criticism from shoppers.

Youngsters not in work or education rise to 870,000

BBC News has spoken to two young people about the obstacles they are facing.

US accuses software firm of driving rent hikes

The US has sued software firm RealPage, accusing it of allowing landlords to co-ordinate on pricing.

How much are gas and electricity bills going up this winter?

Energy prices will rise by 10% and winter fuel payments will only be paid to pensioners who receive benefits.

Gatwick Airport has one of its busiest summers

Almost 20 million passengers have travelled through its terminals in the first half of 2024.

Canada rail shutdown threatens US supply chains

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said the federal government would soon move to resolve the work stoppage.

The mind-bending mirrors behind advanced technology

Huge, tiny or incredibly flat, advanced mirrors are essential to high-tech machines.

King Charles III £1 coin enters circulation

The coins celebrate the King's love of nature, with the reverse side featuring a pair of bees.

UK holidaymakers face €7 EU visa waiver next summer

Travellers will have to pay €7 for a visa waiver every three years or until their passport expires.

Ted Baker: What went wrong for the fashion label?

The brand known for its quirky advertising and signature floral prints is the latest casualty on the High Street.

Is this the end for the magnetic stripe?

Once common on tickets and cardkeys the magnetic stripe is being phased out.

UK tech tycoon among six missing after yacht sinks

A total 22 people were on board the superyacht when it went down off the coast of Sicily.

KSI and the Sidemen among UK's richest gamers

YouTubers KSI and the Sidemen are listed alongside billionaire developers and industry legends in The Sunday Times UK Gaming Rich List 2024.

Laws on union strike threshold set to be scrapped

It is understood Labour plans to go ahead with a pledge to repeal the Trade Union Act.

Is Wizz Air's 'all you can fly' subscription too good to be true?

The budget airline's subscription has sparked excitement in some - and angered others who have suffered delays and cancellations.

We want same pay deal as drivers, says RMT boss

The Conservatives say Labour has been "played" by the unions and lost control of public sector pay.

Shops boosted by Euros and summer sales in July

Retail sales in Britain ticked up in July as the Euros football championship lifted demand.

Steel town needs help for years - community leader

With Port Talbot's second blast furnace due to shut, townspeople voice their fears for the future.

Football and summer discounts boost retail sales

Retail sales in Britain ticked up in July as the Euros football championship lifted demand.

Wizz Air launches 'all you can fly' annual deal

Wizz Air was named the worst airline for UK flight delays for the third year in a row in June.

Is this the end for the magnetic stripe?

Once common on tickets and cardkeys the magnetic stripe is being phased out.

No laughing matter - how AI is helping comedians write jokes

Some comedians are turning to artificial intelligence for their new new material.

Wizz Air launches 'all you can fly' annual deal

Wizz Air was named the worst airline for UK flight delays for the third year in a row in June.

China firm claims world's fastest-charging EV battery

Zeekr says its new batteries can be charged from 10% to 80% in 10 and a half minutes using its chargers.

The 'superfood' taking over fields in northern India

New farming techniques have seen a rapid expansion of makhana or fox nuts in northern India.

Why is Elon Musk's X struggling with technical problems?

The billionaire's interview with Donald Trump was delayed while the platform struggled with tech issues.

Electric 'superhighway' approved between Scotland and England

The multi-billion pound link will allow Scottish renewable energy to be sent to consumers south of the border.

Concerns over 'dangerous gases' at closed copper mine

A legal dispute over the facility in Panama has caused new environmental fears.

Why Trump and Harris both say 'no tax on tips'

Under the current law, employees are required to disclose all tips over $20 per month to their employer.

No films, no music, no sleep: Is 'raw-dogging' long flights heroic or foolish?

Some fliers are giving up in-flight entertainment and even drinking water but experts warn it could be dangerous.

YouTube's former chief Susan Wojcicki dies aged 56

One of Google's earliest employees, Ms Wojcicki had been ill with lung cancer for two years.

John Lewis-based flooring firm enters administration

The Floor Room, which trades out of 34 John Lewis stores, appointed administrators leading to 196 job losses.

Concern over state pension errors for widows

New fears are raised after others were found to have been underpaid their state pension.

Asda to put more staff on checkouts in stores

The firm denied the move was about shoppers' preference for a human to help them rather than a machine.

Final offer of £5.4bn for Hargreaves Lansdown takeover

Plans for the financial firm's future have been announced by the company's new owners.

Russia airspace ban forces BA to drop key China flights

British Airways to drop flights to Beijing from October, as Russian airspace ban bites.

Former Qantas boss exit pay slashed by millions

Alan Joyce will lose $9.2m following a series of scandals and legal cases during his tenure.

Vinted U-turns on delivery changes after backlash

The popular app was trialling a new way of choosing postage but users said it made selling more difficult.

Could reading instruction manuals become a thing of the past?

AI can now read instruction manuals on behalf of the human user and give its advice.

Russia airspace ban forces BA to drop China flights

British Airways to drop flights to Beijing from October, as Russian airspace ban bites.

Alaska Air crew detail 'chaos' after mid-air blowout

Boeing tells officials it will introduce design changes to 737 Max 9 planes after mid-air incident.

Elon Musk sues Unilever and Mars over X 'boycott'

The social media site claims the firms unfairly deprived it of billions of dollars of advertising revenue.

Is carbon capture an efficient way to tackle CO2?

In Iceland a new plant is capturing and storing CO2 directly from the atmosphere.

US stocks tumble on fears over slower growth

US stock markets follow Asia and Europe down, amid fears of a downturn in the American economy.

Can 24-hour drinking zones transform a city?

Montreal is planning to allow bars and clubs to stay open all night, but opinions are mixed.

Google's monopoly of online searches is illegal, US judge rules

The decision could reshape how technology giants do business in the future.

'I'm 25 and living with my parents. Rate cut may help'

The first fall in interest rates for four years is a boost for some but is not enough for others.

TikTok sued for 'massive' invasion of child privacy

The US says TikTok obstructed parents trying to cancel their children's accounts.

Fake caller app shut after thieves duped thousands

The National Crime Agency says the Russian Coms platform was used by hundreds of criminals.

Intel axes 15,000 jobs after sales tumble

Shares in the company fall as much as 20%, contributing to a sharp fall in global stock markets.

'Important moment' as interest rates cut to 5%

The Bank of England cuts borrowing costs from 5.25% to 5% in the first drop for more than four years.

When will mortgage rates come down?

Bank of England interest rates affect the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people.

What taxes might Rachel Reeves raise?

The chancellor says taxes will have to rise to fix the public finances - but which ones could go up?