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Trump says US Navy will protect ships in Middle East 'if necessary' (Tue, 03 Mar 2026 22:15:33 GMT)
The US President said he was taking steps to keep energy supplies flowing as oil and gas prices continued to surge.
Use our tax calculator to see how the Spring Statement affects you (Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:01:44 GMT)
Wages are forecast to go up over the next five years but you could pay more tax because of frozen thresholds.
Gas and oil prices soar and shares tumble on fears conflict could escalate (Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:44:31 GMT)
Markets react as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies and concerns grow over how long it will last.
What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed? (Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:21:24 GMT)
We look at the different circumstances that affect you if you're due a refund for cancelled or delayed flights.
Trump threatens to halt trade with Spain over military base access (Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:25:33 GMT)
Trump lashed out after Spain barred the US from using its military bases to carry out strikes on Iran.
No new tax rises in Spring Statement, but don't be fooled - tax bills are still rising (Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:37:23 GMT)
There are measures, announced ahead of the chancellor's Spring Statement, yet to take effect.
What Spring Statement forecasts could mean for your money (Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:34:55 GMT)
Among the data and projections are key figures that shine a light on prospects for your finances.
'I make between £800 and £2,000 a month on zero-hours contracts. There's no consistency' (Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:48:56 GMT)
People in their 20s and 30s tell the BBC how they feel about their finances as the chancellor delivers her Spring Statement.
OpenAI changes deal with US military after backlash (Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:37:28 GMT)
Chief Executive Sam Altman said the group would prohibit the use of its systems to spy on Americans.
Will petrol and diesel prices go up now? (Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:58:23 GMT)
If oil prices remain high for some time, the knock-on effects could affect the costs of fuel and food
Reeves says her plan is working as growth forecast cut for this year (Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:39:35 GMT)
The forecasts were made before the conflict in the Middle East broke out which could have a "very significant" impact, the OBR said.
Amazon says drones damaged three facilities in UAE and Bahrain (Tue, 03 Mar 2026 03:59:26 GMT)
The incidents highlight the vulnerability of key technology infrastructure during military conflicts.
Bars close and hundreds lose jobs as US firm buys Brewdog in £33m deal (Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:47:45 GMT)
Beverage and cannabis company Tilray acquires the brewery, the brand and 11 bars after Brewdog went into administration.
Limited flights leave UAE but disruption continues amid Iran strikes (Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:08:49 GMT)
The majority of flights to key Middle Eastern hubs have been cancelled for Monday as the conflict continues.
UK launches consultation asking for views on under-16s social media ban (Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:35:18 GMT)
Discussions over what measures to implement to protect children's wellbeing will last for three months.
Rent tops £1,000 a month in more areas - find out where (Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:14:04 GMT)
The cost of renting privately has surged in the last five years, but tenants may now see a slowdown.
Spring Statement 2026: Key points at a glance (Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:27:04 GMT)
Chancellor Rachel Reeves updates MPs on her plans for the economy, as the latest forecasts are unveiled.
A firm hiring blind staff went bust - but its mission lives on (Sun, 01 Mar 2026 09:56:50 GMT)
The business had been running for over 150 years before it collapsed, so one former employee took matters into her own hands.
Could a huge data centre revitalise Ayrshire - or ruin it? (Sun, 01 Mar 2026 09:25:25 GMT)
Controversial proposals to turn land near HMP Kilmarnock into a technology hub are being advanced by energy company ILI Group.
Oil and gas prices jump as conflict escalates (Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:23:55 GMT)
Experts have warned that a prolonged conflict could push global energy prices even higher.
The third man who links Andrew with Jeffrey Epstein (Sat, 28 Feb 2026 06:00:27 GMT)
For nearly a decade, David Stern acted as a key conduit between Jeffrey Epstein and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
Trump orders government to stop using Anthropic in battle over AI use (Sat, 28 Feb 2026 03:50:05 GMT)
The move announced on social media comes after a standoff between Anthropic's boss and the US Department of Defense.
What the Warner Bros deal could mean for streaming, cinemas and news (Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:46:14 GMT)
If Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros goes ahead it could significantly reshape Hollywood.
Brewdog expected to announce sale early next week (Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:16:32 GMT)
Staff are told Brewdog's German arm is not included in the sale and will now be liquidated but bars will trade as normal this weekend.
Jack Dorsey's Block cuts thousands of jobs as it embraces AI (Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:06:40 GMT)
The Twitter co-founder says he believes the majority of firms will make similar changes "within the next year."
Government to give go-ahead for £1bn defence helicopter deal (Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:20:07 GMT)
The chancellor has stepped in to protect jobs at the helicopter manufacturer in Somerset, the BBC understands.
Waitrose to suspend mackerel sales due to overfishing concerns (Fri, 27 Feb 2026 13:52:25 GMT)
The supermarket chain says it will stop sourcing fresh, chilled and frozen mackerel by 29 April.
Know when to fold them: the tech inspired by origami (Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:45:46 GMT)
Origami techniques can add strength to structures without adding bulk.
Deepfake attack: 'Many people could have been cheated' (Mon, 02 Mar 2026 06:47:00 GMT)
The boss of the Bombay Stock Exchange was recently targeted in what is a growing global problem.
Why you can't get a signal at festivals and sports matches (Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:03:10 GMT)
Connecting up music and sports events to the internet is a massive undertaking.
