Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Northern agrees to scrap railcard fare prosecutions

The rail operator says it is working with the government to simplify it price structure.

Monday, October 14, 2024

Thousands of cars that crash in US are ending up in Russia

The South Caucasus nation of Georgia has a huge used car market, with many vehicles finding their way over the border.

Budget rule change could mean more money to build hospitals

Here is how the chancellor could choose to tweak the government's borrowing rules to free up more cash.

Sunday, October 13, 2024

Panna diamond dream: Generations dig for fortune in India's gem town

In Panna, families hunt for diamonds hoping to strike rich and escape the cycle of poverty.

Fines and convictions for minor mistakes - how rail tickets confuse passengers

Complex rules leave many customers feeling caught out and annoyed they aren't made clearer by rail companies.

Port plan to go ahead after row over minister's comments

A £1bn investment will take place, despite a row with the owner of P&O Ferries, says the business secretary.

Mortgage costs 'unlikely' to return to low levels

The boss of the UK's biggest lender says mortgage costs are unlikely to fall to levels seen in the past decade.

Meet the team paid to break into top-secret bases

Hear from the team who test security by breaking into secure facilities.

How a Budget rule change could mean fewer tax rises

Here is how the chancellor could choose to tweak the government's borrowing rules to free up more cash.

Friday, October 11, 2024

How China’s crackdown turned finance high-flyers into ‘rats’

Chinese authorities have been cracking down on businesses from real estate to technology to finance.