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PwC says young recruits are 'hungry' for careers and plans to hire more graduates (Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:06:06 GMT)
Last year the consultancy cut its graduate intake, but UK boss Marco Amitrano says it is still worth getting a degree.
'I missed my chemo and have a £12,000 hotel bill': British holidaymakers stranded by Iran war (Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:13:49 GMT)
Flights are restricted due to the conflict leaving people stuck running up bills for rooms and food.
What on earth is going on with the oil price? (Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:30:30 GMT)
Oil price moves have made headlines since the Iran conflict started - but why have there been such sharp swings?
Jo Malone sued for using her own name in collaboration with Zara (Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:08:08 GMT)
The perfumier sold the rights to her name in 1999 but has previously said she regretted the move.
Pottery firm Denby to appoint administrators (Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:07:54 GMT)
The famous company said rising costs had "squeezed the business financially".
Can plastic-eating funghi help clean up nappy waste? (Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:03:14 GMT)
Cost and convenience have made disposable nappies dominant - can start-ups compete?
Oil price back above $100 despite deal to release record amount of reserves (Thu, 12 Mar 2026 20:49:04 GMT)
It comes as Iranian attacks on ships intensify in the crucial Strait of Hormuz waterway.
How Iran war laid bare the world's reliance on Gulf oil and gas (Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:57:56 GMT)
Countries around the world are feeling the impact of the conflict and the resulting energy price shock.
Lloyds, Bank of Scotland and Halifax apps showed customers other users' transactions (Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:41:42 GMT)
The Lloyds Banking Group customers reported being able to view payments and charges from other sources.
Customer sues Costco for tariff refunds (Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:08:37 GMT)
The lawsuit is an indication of the complexities looming over a potential $166bn in tariff refunds.
John Lewis to pay first staff bonus for four years (Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:30:57 GMT)
The department store and Waitrose supermarket owner will give workers a bonus equivalent to an extra week's pay.
What role has cyber warfare played in Iran? (Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:20:08 GMT)
Militaries are often cagey about their cyber activities. But the US has hinted at the role it has played.
How the Iran war may affect your money and bills (Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:32:35 GMT)
The conflict in the Middle East could raise the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.
Student loans inquiry to look at whether system is 'unfair to graduates' (Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:03:21 GMT)
The Treasury Committee will look at whether "the goalposts [have] been moved in a way which is unfair".
Water company to pay £45m after 'unacceptable' sewage breaches (Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:37:08 GMT)
The water supplier is set to pay a proposed £44.7m after "serious and unacceptable" sewage breaches.
US launches probe into trading partners including the EU, China and India (Thu, 12 Mar 2026 01:14:31 GMT)
The move comes weeks after the US Supreme Court struck down a key part of Trump's tariffs policies.
Social media firms asked to toughen up age checks for under-13s (Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:26:09 GMT)
Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube and Roblox are among the platforms UK regulators say aren't putting children's safety at the heart of their products.
Countries agree to record release of emergency oil reserves as prices surge (Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:51:11 GMT)
The G7 group of nations welcomes the idea of releasing oil in response to the surge in prices since the US-Israel war with Iran began
Big Tech backs Anthropic in fight against Trump administration (Wed, 11 Mar 2026 22:46:44 GMT)
A group representing tech giants called government action against Anthropic a "temper tantrum".
Mortgage rates rise and deals pulled over Iran war turmoil (Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:40:30 GMT)
Average mortgage rates hit highest since last August in the biggest upheaval since the mini-Budget.
Fuel tax hike plan to be kept under review over Iran, says PM (Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:40:51 GMT)
Fuel duty on petrol and diesel is due to rise from September, when a 5p cut is phased out.
Wildlife to replace historical figures on banknotes - and you get a say (Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:36:33 GMT)
The public will help choose which animals and birds will appear on the Bank of England's new notes.
'Icky and heartbreaking': The $2 per hour worker behind the OnlyFans boom (Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:50 GMT)
The BBC talks to a Philippines-based woman paid to pretend to be an OnlyFans star in online chats.
Iran war cost will be passed to consumers, shipping giant boss tells BBC (Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:38:27 GMT)
Maersk chief executive Vincent Clerc has called on the US, Israel and Iran to reach "some kind of deal".
A small US grocer is calling out the lower prices at big chains (Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:02:54 GMT)
It is 'impossible for us to compete', says the boss of a New York grocery store.
The Aldi-style disruptors who could be about to shake up the vets market (Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:49:39 GMT)
As pet owners complain of rising prices, independent practices want to take on the big chains.
GPS jamming: The invisible battle in the Middle East (Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:01:38 GMT)
GPS jamming has made navigation hazardous in the Gulf, spurring efforts to develop alternatives.
Spain's migrants welcome amnesty: 'It will help us in every way' (Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:17:54 GMT)
Madrid cites humanitarian and economic reasons to give undocumented workers legal status.
Can snacks help you sleep? (Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:05:51 GMT)
Chocolates, bars, gummies and drinks promise to help you sleep, but is the science behind them sound?
We have more privacy controls yet less privacy than ever (Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:04:26 GMT)
Has online privacy become "a luxury not a right" for us all in 2026?
