Wednesday, April 9, 2025

The plans to put data centres in orbit and on the Moon

Proponents say space-based data centres will be more secure, but sceptics say big hurdles remain.

How exposed is the UK to Trump's tariff chaos?

The exact impact remains uncertain - but some of the emerging fallout may have an upside - here's why.

US stocks surge after White House pauses some tariffs for negotiations

But Trump also raises tariffs on goods from China to at least 125% "effective immediately".

Talks to save British Steel reach crunch point

The government has two days to reach a deal with the plant's Chinese owners to keep blast furnaces running.

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

The Canadians and Danes boycotting American products

As anger grows over Trump's tariffs, apps and social media groups are helping people avoid US goods.

What is all this tariff stuff about? Your questions answered

The BBC's Cost of Living Correspondent answers your questions about how the tariffs might impact your money

Monday, April 7, 2025

A revolution is underway in India's trainer industry

India wants to boost the domestic trainer industry but will small domestic makers suffer?

What can Starmer do in a world buffeted by Trump?

The government is leaning into this moment of turbulence but can it make a difference.

Sunday, April 6, 2025

Boost for carers and pensioners as new tax year starts

The state pension has risen by 4.1% and carers can work more hours will keeping a key benefit.

How PM might tackle impact of Trump tariffs

The BBC understands the PM is considering several options to mitigate the impact of US tariffs on the UK.

Defiant Trump officials vow to stay course as countries scramble over tariffs

The US commerce secretary says a 10% "baseline" tariff on imports will definitely stay in place for weeks.

The Global Story

Global markets have been sent into turmoil by Trump’s tariffs…

Heathrow warned by airlines about power supply days before shutdown

MPs hear the airport was warned about power supply resilience days before the disruptive closure.

Families learn healthy recipes using a slow cooker

Sutton Council has been providing free lessons in an effort to tackle food poverty in the area.

Saturday, April 5, 2025

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

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

Tariffs have shaken the markets - how worried should we be?

Workers are right to fear for their pensions, but the greater worry is the here and now - the economy they live in.

Friday, April 4, 2025

How might tariffs change the price of Nike's iconic trainers?

What impact will the introduction of hefty tariffs on countries in Asia have on Nike's iconic US shoe?

Spain tackles housing 'social emergency' as rents double in a decade

The Spanish government is moving to make renting more affordable and boost the supply of homes.

Trump extends deadline to keep TikTok running in US

The president has granted the app a second 75-day extension to comply with a law that requires it to either sell its US assets or face a ban.

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Watch: Key moments in Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs announcement

The US president said universal 10% tariffs would go into effect for all countries starting 5 April.

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Free Thinking

Muriel Zagha, Prof Sam Friedman, Lord Willetts, Lisa Holdsworth and Prof Melinda Mills.

UK firms react to Trump tariffs: 'It's a huge blow to Scotland's whisky industry'

Business in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland tell us what US tariffs could mean for them.

Trump tariffs 'could cost NI firms £100m'

Tariffs of 20% on NI goods entering the US could cost local businesses at least £100m in lost sales.

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

'National Insurance rise may force us to close'

Charities and childcare centres say they are being hit by the tax increase but cannot raise prices.

Trump-endorsed news channel sees shares surge 2,200%

Conservative US cable channel Newsmax started trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Monday.

Trump is pressing the nuclear option on tariffs

The option of a 20% universal tariff is the only way to get to some of the massive revenues of trillions of dollars claimed by some of his advisers.

UK has best chance to overturn tariffs, says Reynolds

Tne trade secretary says the UK will be hit by tariffs on Wednesday but can negotiate an exemption.