Energy price rises prompt call for more help with bills

Companies call for an "enduring" support scheme as energy prices rise by 2% for millions of households.

Gaming giant Electronic Arts bought in unprecedented $55bn deal

EA is known for making best-selling games such as EA FC, The Sims and Mass Effect.

The picturesque Dutch village set to charge tourists an entry fee

Zaanse Schans, popular for its windmills, has a population of just 100 people - but more than two million tourists will have visited this year.

Rethink

Why understanding zero-sum thinking can help explain modern politics and attitudes.

'Jaguar Land Rover supply chain workers are really struggling'

Rich Mulligan says the Coventry firm he works for has set up a foodbank for staff laid off by the JLR hack.

Reeves to guarantee paid work for young people unemployed for 18 months

The chancellor will commit to "the abolition of long-term youth unemployment" in her speech at Labour conference.

Reeves pushes for EU youth migration scheme ahead of Budget

The chancellor calls for an 'ambitious' deal as she looks to boost growth ahead of the 26 November Budget.

'At our library you can borrow drills, telescopes and life jackets'

The Library of Things is part of a growing trend for borrowing items rather than buying them.

JLR suppliers with 'days of cash' left

Some businesses in the JLR supply chain have 'just seven to 10 days of cash left', an MP says.

The bacteria turning waste plastic into painkillers

How did E. coli become such an essential tool for scientists and will anything replace it?

Teaching union demands action over 'failing' pension scheme

The union says payment delays from the Teachers' Pension Scheme have left many in financial disarray.

Trump claims a TikTok deal is done. Who would own it, and how would it work?

Trump says a deal is done but the details have not been confirmed by China or the app's owner ByteDance.

PM 'remains committed' to Northern Powerhouse Rail

Sir Keir said he wanted to "get it right" following the unravelling of HS2 plans.

Farage urges Bank of England boss to stop bond sales

Reform UK argues the sell-off, started in 2022, is pushing up the government's borrowing costs.

YouTube content creators contributed £2.2bn to UK economy in 2024

The data has been released to coincide with the launch of a new group of MPs representing creators and influencers.

How will the EU's new border system work?

The EU's much-delayed Entry/Exit System will change the way UK passengers travel to 29 countries.

Plan for energy bills with low standing charges

The regulator's plans could be in place by the end of January, but it warns total bills won't fall.

Get behind a wealth tax, millionaire urges Lib Dems

A campaign group hopes to persuade politicians this autumn to hike taxes on the very wealthy.

UK forecast to have highest inflation among richest nations

The influential policy group lifts its forecast for UK inflation, saying it will be 3.5% in 2025.

TikTok algorithm to be retrained on US user data under Trump deal

White House officials claim the deal will be a win for the app's US users and American citizens.

Global conflicts drive demand for war risk insurance

Wars in Ukraine and the Middle East are fuelling take-up of cover against impact and damage.

Electric aviation awaits a battery breakthrough

With batteries still too heavy, start-up plane makers are exploring hybrid options for new aircraft.

'Labour must step up to help JLR supply chain'

Unite the Union has called on the government to implement a furlough scheme for supply chain workers.

Ministers yet to seek climate advice on Heathrow expansion

The government faces calls to give the Climate Change Committee a bigger role in advising on airport expansion.

Brendan Carr's emboldened FCC takes on Trump's media foes

But it is unclear to what extent media companies might push back - at the potential expense of their bottom line.

What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed?

We look at the different circumstances that affect you if you're due a refund for cancelled or delayed flights.

Event to help islanders cut down on energy bills

Organisers say a number of businesses will be at the session to offer tips and advice to islanders.

Firmus gas prices to drop by 8.5% in Belfast area

The reduction, which takes effect from 1 November, will see bills reduce, on average, by £107 a year.

Why students like me are happier living at home

Research suggests the number of students planning to stay at home has doubled in the last 20 years.

Planning approvals for new homes at record low, figures show

Planning approvals for new homes were at their lowest on record during Labour’s first year in office, figures show

Nvidia boss 'disappointed' by report of China chip ban

Jensen Huang said the US needs "to make sure that that people can access this technology from all over the world".

Ben & Jerry's co-founder quits over social activism row

His resignation marks the latest development in a dispute with parent company Unilever.

How long can the UK afford the pension triple lock?

The policy has been a success, but economists have raised questions around its fairness and its sustainability.

JLR could face disruption until November after cyber hack, claim sources

The firm will restart production on 24 September but industry sources warn the impact could last longer.

'Killer' child car seats still on sale 10 years on

Which? advised families to buy approved seats with a clear orange label indicating they are safe.

Why Trump's state visit is mired with potential pitfalls despite careful planning

Months of planning have gone into the state visit - but the Lord Mandelson question is not the only concern troubling insiders.

South Korean workers detained in US raid arrive home

Media and some protesters gather at the airport as more than 300 workers detained in the US last week return.

Will the latest iPhone kill off the Sim card?

The iPhone Air will only have an eSim - will other phone makers also shift away from the familiar - but fiddly - plastic cards?

We will build 1.5m homes, new housing secretary insists

Steve Reed tells the BBC the government is "absolutely committed" to the pledge, which was in Labour's election manifesto.

Unlimited contactless cards may lead to spending sprees

Spontaneous spending is likely to rise if the £100 limit on contactless cards is scrapped, academics say.

Jaguar Land Rover shutdown extended to next week

Staff in Solihull, Halewood and Wolverhampton have been told not to come into work until Wednesday.

'We are playing with fire': Fears persist over battery storage

More battery energy storage facilities are needed around the world, but fire risks remain.

Ministers must do more on Lifetime Isa reform, say MPs

The Treasury Committee says the complex product, used by first-time buyers, needs an overhaul.

Major pharma firm scraps £1bn UK expansion

MSD, also known as Merck, says it will move its research to the US and cut more than 100 UK jobs.

Primark-owner shares sink after consumer spending warning

Shoppers are concerned about rising inflation, said George Weston, chief executive of ABF, the owner of Primark.

Klarna hits $19bn value in Wall Street debut

The buy-now, pay-later firm raises nearly $1.4bn as its shares start trading publicly.

Contactless card payments could become unlimited

Card providers would be allowed to set their own contactless card payment limit, under the regulator's plans.

Car finance compensation should be paid next year

Millions of motorists are in line for payouts after being mis-sold loans to buy new and used cars.

Murdochs reach deal in succession battle over media empire

Lachlan Murdoch will retain control of the conservative Fox and News Corp empire under the deal.

Spurs 'not for sale' as owner rejects buyout interest

Board says club's owner has "unequivocally rejected" two expressions of interest in buying it.

Free school uniform shop moves to cope with demand

Second Chance says it has a bigger store after being "inundated" with parents asking for support.

Hundreds of South Koreans detained in massive ICE raid at Hyundai plant

Most of the 475 arrested were from South Korea, leading the country to express concern about the rights of those in custody.

The green steel firms looking to revive US steelmaking

Start-up firms have pilot plants for making steel with low carbon emissions, but can they scale up?

US job market weakens further in August, raising fears over economy

Employers added just 22,000 jobs last month, fewer than expected, while the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3%.

Funding extension for school holiday club scheme

The government is funding another three years of the Time2Move programme for children.

Trump's tariffs are pushing food and drink exporters closer to China

Agricultural brokers tell the BBC there has been a surge of interest from exporters in trade with China.

UK borrowing costs ease as bond market calms

Government bond yields fall after hitting highest level since 1998 earlier in the week.

World's largest sports piracy site shut down by police

The take-down of the site has been championed as a major victory for live sports broadcasters.

Will drones deliver your next hot food order?

A Swedish firm hopes that drones will open up a new market for hot food delivery.

Topshop will return to High Street in 2026

The comeback in February 2026 will come five years after the chain closed its stores.

Gold price hits record high as investors seek safety

Experts say uncertainty resulting from US policy is making investors seek safer investments such as gold.

Trump and sons' stake in crypto firm worth $5bn

World Liberty Financial, launched by the Trumps during the presidential campaign, begins trading.

Nestle fires boss after romantic relationship with employee

The food giant says Laurent Freixe had an "undisclosed" relationship with "a direct subordinate".

How sheer luck made this tiny Caribbean island millions from its web address

Anguilla has the internet domain .ai and is earning a fortune selling the address to tech firms.

Parents' dread as cost of attending school mounts

One parent says she starts planning months in advance for the costs of the new school term.

Tories pledge to get all oil and gas out of North Sea

The government warns Kemi Badenoch's plans would "only accelerate the worsening climate crisis".