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Founder of China's Evergrande pleads guilty to fraud (Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:19:43 GMT)
Evergrande was once China's biggest real estate firm, with a stock market valuation of more than $50bn.
Oil prices ease on hopes of new US-Iran peace talks (Tue, 14 Apr 2026 03:46:04 GMT)
Crude prices jumped above $100 on Monday after talks failed between the two sides at the weekend.
Man charged with attempted murder over attack on home of OpenAI's Sam Altman (Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:05:54 GMT)
The Texas man, who also faces federal felony charges, allegedly had documents advocating for violence against AI executives.
Hollywood stars unite to oppose Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery merger (Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:39:03 GMT)
Stars like Emma Thompson and Ben Stiller signed an open letter against the deal, which Paramount said will ensure creators "have more avenues for their work, not fewer".
US home buyers 'frozen' as sales slump over Iran war fears (Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:25:08 GMT)
The number of homes sold in the US hit a nine-month low, with economists warning of the slowdown could worsen.
Quantum computing: A tech race Europe could win? (Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:35:56 GMT)
With some promising computing companies in the field, could Europe be a leader in quantum tech?
EasyJet passengers describe EU border 'nightmare' (Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:56:34 GMT)
Airlines warn of further disruption due to the introduction of a new EU digital border control system.
What is a naval blockade and how would it work in Strait of Hormuz? (Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:07:13 GMT)
Donald Trump says that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice?
How many ships are crossing the Strait of Hormuz? (Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:37:57 GMT)
The first vessel has crossed the Strait of Hormuz after the US imposed a military blockade of Iran's ports.
UK could adopt EU single market rules under new legislation (Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:18:33 GMT)
The move has raised questions over parliamentary scrutiny of future rules to deliver planned EU deals.
Green light to build nuclear power station that promises 8,000 jobs (Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:57:37 GMT)
Rolls-Royce has said the project will create 8,000 jobs across Britain.
Oil jumps back above $100 after US-Iran peace talks fail (Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:17:57 GMT)
The failure of negotiations at the weekend has raised concerns that the global energy crisis will deepen.
GTA-maker Rockstar Games hacked again but downplays impact (Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:10:38 GMT)
The incident marks the second time the games giant has been hacked by young, English-speaking hackers.
Faisal Islam: Why the government is relaxed about Chinese car imports (Sat, 11 Apr 2026 23:12:58 GMT)
The UK government believes the rise of China's car industry could be good for UK consumers and industry.
British Steel 'needs nationalising by the summer' (Sun, 12 Apr 2026 06:25:11 GMT)
Labour MP Nic Dakin says it is "the best outcome" for British Steel as ownership talks continue.
The Dutch village at risk of being demolished (Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:20:52 GMT)
Moerdijk has been earmarked for removal, to make way for a vast electricity substation.
'Every drop of water counts': Fear for the future of Argentina's glaciers (Sat, 11 Apr 2026 02:02:56 GMT)
A controversial law to ease protections for the glaciers has passed, opening the doors for mining.
TV for dogs booms but are they watching? (Thu, 09 Apr 2026 23:06:25 GMT)
TV channels for dogs are multiplying but research is mixed on whether dogs are watching.
The construction boss who built a new life after three years in prison (Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:04:10 GMT)
Traci Quinn, who was jailed for a drugs offence, has transformed herself and set up a successful firm.
The US refinery now processing Venezuelan oil (Tue, 07 Apr 2026 23:00:31 GMT)
Chevron is now importing 250,000 barrels of crude per day from Venezuela.
Businesses scramble to get noticed by AI search (Mon, 06 Apr 2026 23:20:52 GMT)
Firms are changing the way they present information on their websites, so they get noticed by AI.
Taxis, farmers and the fuel crisis in the south (Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:28:17 GMT)
Drivers in the south of England are feeling the financial strain from the US-Israel war with Iran.
US home buyers 'frozen' as sales slump over Iran war fears (Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:25:08 GMT)
The number of homes sold in the US hit a nine-month low, with economists warning of the slowdown could worsen.
Are you worried about rising fuel costs? (Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:22:24 GMT)
Energy costs jump as oil supplies from the Middle East are disrupted by failed US-Iran ceasefire talks.
Farmers ask Stormont for financial help with fuel costs (Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:20:03 GMT)
Fuel costs have soared globally as a result of the US-Israel war with Iran.
How the Iran war affects your money and bills (Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:59:19 GMT)
The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.
The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high (Sat, 28 Mar 2026 06:30:45 GMT)
Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
Prepare for turbulence - how a prolonged Middle East conflict could reshape how we fly (Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:41:16 GMT)
The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.
Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers (Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:01:51 GMT)
Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?
The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse (Sun, 11 Jan 2026 01:26:18 GMT)
There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?