Energy price cap: What next for gas and electricity bills and can I fix?

Gas and electricity prices will fall in July, under regulator Ofgem's new price cap.

Household energy bills fall but may not go much lower

Bills for homes using a typical amount of gas and electricity will drop by £11 a month.

Trump says he has 'a group of very wealthy people' to buy TikTok

Trump says he thinks China's president will probably approve a sale to the unidentified group.

The global environmental award hit by accusations of greenwashing

US business Dr Bronner's has criticised the B Corp scheme for allowing in too many multinationals.

'How can people afford to have kids?'

In a city where the birth rate has fallen by a third in a decade, many blame financial pressures.

School sun safety lessons trialled to tackle skin cancer

The new pilot teaches children as young as five how to check UV levels and apply sunscreen.

The benefits U-turn raises deeper questions about the credibility of Labour's long-term plan

The Government is boxed in from this week's events - and lacks the Houdini skills to escape, says the BBC's Faisal Islam

Nissan Sunderland looking to cut 250 jobs

A spokesperson said the Sunderland plant remained 'at the forefront of our electrification strategy'.

Nike says Trump tariffs could raise its costs by $1bn

Company executives say the sportwear giant will cut its reliance on producing goods in China to ease the impact of US trade policies.

Should we be letting flies eat our food waste?

In Lithuania and Australia, hungry fly larvae are used to process food waste into useful protein.

Migrant crackdown risks choking off critical supply of US workers

President Donald Trump's crackdown on immigrants could have serious economic repercussions.

Why your old mobile phone may be polluting Thailand

The Asian nation is importing thousands of tonnes of electronic waste per year, despite a ban.

Over £9.3m announced to support Surrey households

A total of £9,324,930.29 will be available to support residents facing financial hardship.

No phone signal on your train? There may be a fix - by 2028

Network Rail signs deal which will it claims will see an improvement to phone connectivity on trains and stations.

UK firms to be protected from cheap imports

The government's plan comes as UK businesses worry about the impact of US President Donald Trump's trade tariffs.

Turmoil and trade wars dominate China's 'summer Davos'

The conflict between Iran and Israel adds further uncertainty to an already strained global outlook.

I paid £15,000 for arranging IVF – then the service went bust

Companies that act as "middlemen" between patients and doctors are not regulated by the fertility watchdog.

Post Office payout progress insufficient, MPs say

Many sub-postmasters are yet to receive "fair and timely" compensation over Horizon IT scandal, a report says.

Oil prices tumble after Israel agrees to Iran ceasefire

Crude has dropped by more than 5% with prices now below the level when Israel first launched its attack.

Israel-Iran conflict disrupts Middle East flights

Airlines scramble to cancel and reroute flights after Doha and Dubai airports shut briefly.

Google may be forced to make changes to UK online search, says watchdog

The Competition and Markets Authority says it wants to open the UK search market.

Supercell boss: 'We need to take bigger risks'

The boss of mobile gaming giant Supercell says the industry needs to take bigger risks to compete.

How China made electric vehicles mainstream

The world's second largest economy is both the biggest producer and buyer of EVs.

Russia's economy is down but not out

The country's economy has been surprisingly resilient but there are underlying problems.

Lower energy costs part of government's 10-year plan for industry

Plans to slash energy bills by up to 25% for over 7,000 UK businesses will be announced alongside other plans to boost growth.

Working at pantry 'helps me communicate better'

The social supermarket in North Shields is a lifeline for struggling families, the council says.

Young people face 'soul-destroying' struggle to buy first homes

One would-be buyer says a mortgage broker advised her to ask for a pay rise or find a partner.

Blackmail victims told 'don't suffer in silence'

Students are being targeted by romance scams on dating apps, but talking to a friend can help avoid the danger.

Group stepping in where 'everyone is struggling'

The BBC visits a community centre in one of Wolverhampton's most deprived areas.

Tech giants unleash AI on weather forecasts: are they any good?

The biggest tech firms are using AI to forecast the weather but is that better than existing models?

Music shop closure brings fear for industry's future

Professional Music Technology closed their 11 UK stores after filing for administration in June.

Millions more on benefits to get £150 off energy bills

The criteria has changed so 2.7m more people will get the money automatically knocked off their bills.

Fed holds interest rates for fourth time despite tariff turmoil

The US central bank leaves its key interest rate unchanged at 4.3%, as its view of the economy darkens.

Trump to extend US TikTok ban deadline, White House says

The app was supposed to be banned in the US after its Chinese owner refused to sell it by a January deadline.

'Food shop is my biggest expense after the mortgage'

Food accounts for 23% of basic spending, which includes housing, clothes, health, transport and education, NI Consumer Council finds.

Amazon boss says AI will replace jobs at tech giant

Andy Jassy tells staff to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) as he warns the workforce will get smaller.

Why Ukraine is one of the world's most digital countries

Despite the war, Ukraine has developed of the most advanced systems for digital government services.

Trump signs order confirming parts of UK-US tariff deal

The pact between the US and UK means tariffs will be reduced on certain goods such as cars entering the US.

Trump Organization enters mobile phone business

It is the latest plan by US President Donald Trump's family that looks to cash on his name.

Funeral director offering free limo rides to prom

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

Cosmetics icon Leonard Lauder dies aged 92

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

Can trainers be made in the US without cheap labour?

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

The women at the centre of Somalia's construction boom

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

Sainsburys and Morrisons told to stop tobacco ads

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

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

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

Why are electricity prices going up in Guernsey?

It comes as electricity prices in the UK are dropping.

I was Mrs Poundland, but I stopped going when their prices went up

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

Minister to soften impact of planned disability benefit cuts

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

Chancellor Reacts to Shrinking Economy

Rachel Reeves refuses to rule out future tax rises after economy contracted in April

Indian scientists search for the perfect apple

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

Global oil prices soar after Israel attacks Iran

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.

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

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

Disney and Universal sue AI firm Midjourney over images

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

The Korean bakery chain that says croissants don't have to be French

Asian bakeries are seeing success at home and abroad by bringing global flavours to traditional French pastries.

Twix ad banned for encouraging unsafe driving

The video advert shows a car chase that ends with two caramel-coloured cars on top of each other.

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

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

Coffee shop could shut over high rates, owner says

A coffee shop owner says he faces closing his doors after business rates relief was reduced.

From festivals to weddings: Why drone shows are booming

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

Spending review now settled, says Downing Street

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper was the last to agree a deal with Reeves on Monday afternoon.

Post Office Horizon IT scandal payouts hit £1bn

A total of £1.039bn has been awarded to just over 7,300 sub-postmasters, the latest figures show.

US and China set to meet for trade talks in London

Fresh talks aimed at resolving the trade war between the world's two largest economies are due to take place.

WSL revenues soar 34% despite drop in attendances

Women's Super League clubs' revenues increased by 34% in the 2023-24 season, despite a drop in attendances.

On board the driverless lorries hoping to transform China's transport industry

Driverless lorries are now operating across China - but public concern about these vehicles remains.

The Briefing Room

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

Panorama

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

Should you be eating food products with fewer ingredients?

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

Trump confirms China trip after 'very good' call with Xi

The leaders of the US and China agree to further talks aimed at reaching a deal amid an ongoing trade war.

Boeing agrees $1.1bn deal over fatal 737 Max crashes

The firm made the agreement with the US Justice Department over two accidents that killed 346 people in 2018 and 2019.

How airline fees have turned baggage into billions

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

Northumbrian Water to pay £15.7m over failings

The firm says the cost will be met by shareholders rather than increasing customers' bills.

Oreo maker sues Aldi in US over 'copycat' packaging

The discount supermarket is being sued in a US court, accused of imitating the American biscuit brand.

Disney cuts hundreds more jobs as it cuts costs

The media giant has been under pressure as viewers move away from cable TV to streaming platforms.

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

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

Panorama

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

The AI copyright standoff continues - with no solution in sight

The bitter row over how to protect artists in the artificial intelligence age returns to the Lords.

Panorama

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

China says US has 'severely violated' tariffs truce

The comments come after Trump said on Friday that China had "totally violated its agreement with us".