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Asda and Tesco face legal action over E. coli cases

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Lawyers acting for two people who fell ill in the outbreak have started legal proceedings.

Affordable home families hit by 450% gas price rise

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About 1,000 residents in Edinburgh see a huge jump in their heating bills.

Major UK high street banks say payment issues fixed

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Several people have told the BBC they are still facing issues, with some saying they have little cash left.

Affordable home families hit by 450% gas price rise

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About 1,000 residents in Edinburgh see a huge jump in their heating bills.

The big problem facing whoever wins the election

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The BBC's economics editor speaks to Swindon residents as part of the Your Voice, Your Vote project.

Fujitsu expert: I didn't think Horizon was a monster

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Former Fujitsu Horizon expert tells an inquiry he did not think the software was "a monster".

'How will we afford children with rent increases?'

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The average private rent for tenancies in England has risen by 22% since the last general election.

What is 'AI washing' and why is it a problem?

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Tech firms commonly highlight their use of AI, but in some cases it may be exaggerated.

Mechanic claims sacked for raising Boeing concerns

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The contractor also alleged he was labelled a "snitch" for speaking up over safety issues.

Steelwork closures' ripple effect on town's wages

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Port Talbot could lose more than £200m in wages because of Tata Steel job cuts, analysis shows.

Universal UK resort could open 365 days a year

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An economic impact report reveals the planned resort could create 20,000 jobs during construction.

Fashion giant Shein moves closer to £50bn London listing

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The Chinese firm has filed official confidential paperwork with UK regulators, the BBC understands.

World's biggest music labels sue over AI copyright

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Sony, Universal and Warner claim AI software steals music to "spit out" similar work.

Are renters a new electoral coalition?

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Margaret Thatcher had Essex Man and New Labour boasted Mondeo Man. Now it's the turn of Renter Ruth.

The screen tech that can do almost anything

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New technology promises TV and phone screens that use much less electricity than current models.

Huge Saudi construction projects 'might get scaled down'

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Funding concerns are expected to see Saudi Arabia reduce its giant building schemes.

UK's richest family convicted of exploiting servants

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Four Hinduja family members were given prison sentences ranging from four to four-and-a-half years.

How mobile phone networks are embracing AI

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Providers are increasing using artificial intelligence to maintain a reliable service.

Tata Steel workers call first strike in 40 years

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It is the first time in 40 years that UK steel workers have taken strike action.

British Gas apology after man pursued over bill error

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The firm told a man it was sending his details to a debt collector over an incorrect £2,500 bill.

Octopus to repay £3bn to taxpayers for Bulb rescue

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The government will recover almost all the cost of temporarily nationalising Bulb in 2021.

Upset PLT customers banned over too many returns

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Many have hit out at the brand online, suggesting they would return fewer items if sizing was consistent.

Government borrowing in May is highest since Covid

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Borrowing reaches £15bn, less than forecast but lays bare challenges facing the next government.

When will mortgage rates come down?

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Bank of England interest rates affect mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people.

Post Office sorry after sub-postmaster data leak

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Former sub-postmasters react angrily as the company launches an urgent investigation into breach.

UK Amazon workers balloted on union recognition

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Workers are set to vote on whether GMB should be recognised at the online retailer's Coventry site.

Low investment blocking UK growth, says think tank

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Both Conservative and Labour plan to reduce government investment over the next parliamentary term

Soup sales up and sun cream down in wet June

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One of the rainiest springs on record boosted soup sales while denting those for sun cream, figures suggest.

Too much of a good thing? Spain's green energy can exceed demand

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Spain is looking at storing electricity or increasing demand to solve electricity oversupply.

Tesco says shoppers are buying more as confidence returns

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The UK's largest retailer reports higher sales, but controversy persists over its boss's pay package.

The battle for Gen Z social shoppers

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If TikTok is banned in the US, where might its social shoppers go?

'We are creating new crops five-times faster'

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How artificial intelligence is increasingly helping the arable farming sector.

'Insane' amounts of data spurs new storage tech

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Storing information with holograms and in glass is being proposed to deal with a deluge of data.

Apple brings ChatGPT to iPhones in AI overhaul

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The company has been slower to roll out generative AI features than rivals including Google and Microsoft.

Barclays branches across UK targeted by protesters

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Windows were smashed and rocks thrown in the co-ordinated protests by the group Palestine Action.

The rise and rise of fashion giant Shein

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The retailer could be heading for London's stock market, but its rise has not come without controversy.

The rise and rise of fashion giant Shein

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The retailer could be heading for London's stock market, but its rise has not come without controversy.

Why is Nvidia boss the 'Taylor Swift of tech'?

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Jensen Huang is at the forefront of an AI boom, which coincides with Nvidia's rise as a leading chip firm.

Tories pledge to 'back drivers' with new law

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The plans would include "unilaterally reversing" the expansion of the Ulez clean air scheme in London.

US jobs surge casts doubt over interest rate cuts

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US employers added 272,000 jobs in May which was far higher than economists expected.

What big business wants for South Africa’s future

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With a unity government in the offing, the economy is a crucial subject for negotiations.

Body Shop sets deadline to save UK stores and jobs

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Bidders have until next week to make an offer and save the remaining 1,500 UK jobs at the retailer.

Plans to use Facebook and Instagram posts to train AI criticised

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Public posts, images and image captions will also be used to develop parent company Meta's AI tools.

Could AI put an end to animal testing?

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Artificial intelligence systems are increasingly being used to help test new drugs and chemicals.

Australia wants to become a renewable energy superpower. Can it?

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The country has come up with an ambitious plan to become the engine room of the new green economy.

Can 'energy hog' hot tubs be greener?

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Hot tubs are becoming a standard feature at holiday parks, but can they be made more energy efficient?

Can 'energy hog' hot tubs be greener?

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Hot tubs are becoming a standard feature at holiday parks, but can they be made more energy efficient?

Shops rush for Christmas stock as shipping costs surge

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Firms are placing their Christmas orders early to avoid empty shelves as shipping route disruption continues.

Could a housing revolution transform Canadian cities?

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The Canadian government is pushing hard for cities to build more "fourplex" apartment blocks.

UK house prices in surprise rise in May

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Nationwide building society says prices rose by 0.4% despite buyers facing "affordability pressures".