The tech helping crack decades-old cold cases

Investigative genetic genealogy can help hunt down criminals but raises worries over privacy.

Civil servant admits he 'made mistakes' juggling five government jobs

Kashim Chowdhury was contracted for 183 hours a week, more than the number of hours in seven days.

Burnham vows end to 'rip-off parking charges' under new rules

The changes come after concerns that penalties issued by private providers are too harsh and leave motorists unfairly punished.

Don't fall for this - how to protect yourself from AI scams

Trading standards officers say AI is "super-charging" existing scams through clones and fake websites.

Don't fall for this - how to protect yourself from AI scams

Trading standards officers say AI is "super-charging" existing scams through clones and fake websites.

Home sellers cut asking prices on 3,000 properties a day

More property asking prices are being cut than at any time in 15 years, data shared with the BBC shows.

'I paid thousands to a company for jobs that never came'

Apurv Patel is one of several people who say they were promised job opportunities that did not appear.

Heating oil customers face tough winter

The government plans to regulate heating oil prices after increases.

How day of protests unfolded as disorder breaks out across France

Demonstrations across the country turned violent, with cars and buildings set alight and shops ransacked.

Low-cost clinic helps pet owners with vet bills

RSPCA Medway West launches its clinic for the pets of people with low incomes.

Charity reflects on changing needs over 25 years

Help a Guernsey Child says it has provided in excess of £1.2m worth of essential support.

Nightclubs are disappearing - and it's affecting young people

One young person said with no nightlife in their town they cannot "let loose and mess around".

As Christmas rush looms, how do China-made toys find their way to the US?

With the festive season on the horizon, we trace toys from factories in China to US shelves.

'I'd spend $1,000 on a wedding present'

New Yorkers share how much they spend on a wedding gift - and how they decide.

US inflation rises more than expected - here's what is happening with prices

The pace of price rises increased to 3.7% in the year to September, driving by higher motor fuel costs.

How much is the minimum wage?

What are the National Minimum Wage and the National Living Wage, and how much are they worth?

UK growth forecast upgraded but higher energy prices to hit economy next year

The prediction from the IMF comes as final preparations are being made for the first Budget under Prime Minister Andy Burnham.

Saudi man charged with planting 'sophisticated' recording device in OpenAI office

Prosecutors say the device, wrapped in toilet paper, was found inserted in a USB port on the back of a TV in an executive conference room.

The Sabrina Carpenter clip which helped a 22-year-old make £120,000 a year

Social media "clippers" make short, vertical videos that appear on the likes of Instagram and TikTok.

Heating oil customers face tough winter despite shake-up promise

Heating oil customers facing soaring bills are promised better regulation of the sector by the government.

Debt advice that may leave you owing even more money

People are increasingly falling behind on credit card repayments, so here's the best way to get debt advice.

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What age will you get your state pension?

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What age will you get your state pension?

I've been with my boyfriend for two years and don't know his salary

Talking about salary, spending habits and debt can be some of dating's trickier conversations.

Anthropic bans users from being 'cruel' to its AI systems

The firm said users can no longer engage in "sustained and needless" abusive behaviour towards the tech.

Charities and businesses wrestle with diesel cost

Cancer charity Daft as a Brush and Teesside Minibus Hire say they are struggling with pump prices.

Why are more roofs not made of solar tiles?

Solar tiles were touted as an attractive alternative to solar panels - why have they not taken off?

Trump announces deal for Russian diesel as Zelensky criticises 'gift to Putin'

Ukraine's president said allowing Russia to sell petroleum products would prolong a war that must be ended.

Protesters blame 'vulture funds' for Spain's housing crisis

Hundreds have pitched their tents in central Madrid, while the Spanish prime minister has called a snap election.

How soon into dating do you talk about your salary?

You've met someone and it's going well so far. But bringing up how much you both earn can be a tricky conversation.

Rainmakers: The drones used to seed clouds

Cloud seeding is gaining attention as countries look to boost rainfall - will drones help?

Hedgehog among four chosen animals to feature on your new banknotes

The decision comes after nearly half a million people cast their votes from a shortlist of 18 creatures.

Froyo's made a comeback. But at £12 a tub will it last?

Frozen yoghurt, which was a huge craze in the 2000s and 2010s, has made its return with multiple chains popping up across the wider UK.

Lego fraudster among last year's most high-profile insurance scammers

The person was sentenced to 28 months in prison after an investigation found the claims were made up, the insurance trade body, the ABI said.

OpenAI admits response to Australian government hacks 'not good enough'

Top executive Jason Kwon tells hearing company has added "more precautions" to its training environments.

The job interview question you don't have to answer

Experts explain what you should do if you are asked for your current salary during a job interview.

We're saving £100 a month into pensions for our toddler and baby - here's why

A growing number of parents are opening retirement funds for their children.

UK diesel prices top £2 a litre for first time, RAC says

The rise in global oil prices has been pushing up the pump prices of petrol and diesel in the UK.

We're saving £100 a month into pensions for our toddler and baby - here's why

A growing number of parents are opening retirement funds for their children.

What's gone wrong at Nike? How the world's sportswear giant lost its mojo

Several self-inflicted mistakes have cost the biggest sportswear brand on the planet in recent years.

The job interview question you don't have to answer

Experts explain what you should do if you are asked for your current salary during a job interview.

The job interview question you don't have to answer

Experts explain what you should do if you are asked for your current salary during a job interview.

No more cereal at the end of the aisle? New rules in Scotland's supermarkets

Restrictions are being put on products with high sugar, fat and salt content, but the meal deal lives on.

Rising energy costs add to cost of living for Northern Ireland's consumers

Households across Northern Ireland face increasing pressure on the cost of living as energy price hikes have come into effect.

Suppliers pile pressure on government over energy bills

Immediate action is needed to help households struggling with bills this winter, says trade body Energy UK.

Employers should teach primary-age children about work, says Milburn

The author of a major report into youth activity in the UK says children as young as four should be learning about careers.