Restaurant chain Hooters files for bankruptcy Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 31, 2025 Like many other casual dining chains, Hooters has struggled in recent years with rising costs and wages. Read more
The Swedish city fined for missing an environmental target Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 30, 2025 Gothenburg has to pay a financial penalty if it misses certain annual sustainability goals. Read more
New tariffs this week will hit all countries, Trump says Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 30, 2025 The comments come as the US president is set to unveil a massive slate of import taxes on Wednesday. Read more
'Greedy landlords are cashing in and forcing us out of town' Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 30, 2025 Some locals say rent hikes prompted by an influx of construction workers are pricing them out. Read more
Three ways to cushion the blow of bill rises Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 30, 2025 'Awful April" will see a range of household bills rise, but there are ways to ease the pain. Read more
The seven bills going up this week Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 30, 2025 A number of bill rises will come into force at the start of what some commentators have described as "awful April". Read more
The US firms backing Trump's fight over trade Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 30, 2025 Businesses think Trump is right about unfair trade. But are the US President's reciprocal tariffs the answer? Read more
Musk's xAI buys his social media platform X Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 29, 2025 The move could be aimed at protecting investors, who helped him buy purchase X, from losing money. Read more
'My house used to be a disgusting public toilet block' Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 28, 2025 Public conveniences have become houses, a theatre, shops and bars across the country. Read more
'It's going to get worse': American car buyers brace for sweeping auto tariffs Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 28, 2025 "The prices in the wholesale market have skyrocketed already and it's going to get worse," one car seller told the BBC. Read more
WH Smith name to disappear from High Street after sale Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 28, 2025 The 233-year old chain will be become TGJones but the brand will continue at airports and rail stations. Read more
UK carmakers to meet government over Trump tariffs Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 28, 2025 Manufacturers are expected to ask for state support ahead of next week's 25% tariff on exports. Read more
Assassin's Creed-maker gets $1.25bn Chinese investment Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 27, 2025 The unit will run Ubisoft's biggest franchises, including Assassin's Creed, Far Cry and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six. Read more
What's next for social media? Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 27, 2025 Start-up social media firms are looking to capitalise on dissatisfaction with the social media giants. Read more
Germany says it 'will not give in' as Trump announces 25% car tariffs Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 27, 2025 Major economies vow to retaliate, with China accusing Washington of violating international trade rules. Read more
Up to 2,700 jobs at risk at British Steel Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 27, 2025 The company announces a consultation that could see the closure of two blast furnaces at Scunthorpe. Read more
China tariffs may be cut to seal TikTok sale, Trump says Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 26, 2025 Trump also said he is willing to extend a 5 April deadline for a non-Chinese buyer of the platform to be found. Read more
Why are tech stocks so volatile? Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 26, 2025 Shares in technology firms have both fallen and risen sharply over the past year. Read more
Three ways the Spring Statement could affect you and your money Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 26, 2025 While the Spring Statement focusses on the wider UK economy, it could have implications for your money. Read more
Growth forecast halved for 2025 but later years upgraded Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 26, 2025 The economy is now predicted to grow by only 1% in 2025 but the OBR thinks growth will pick up in the following years. Read more
Maternity discrimination case settled for £215k Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 26, 2025 Maeve Bradley took action against Citibank after it promoted the person who covered her maternity leave. Read more
Inflation falls to 2.8% ahead of Spring Statement Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 26, 2025 UK inflation fell in the year to February, driven by cheaper women's clothing. Read more
The slow but steady advance of driverless vehicles Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 24, 2025 Robo-taxi services and driverless trucks are gaining ground but progress is painstaking. Read more
National Grid confirms Heathrow never lost access to power Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 23, 2025 Heathrow's boss previously said the shutdown was not for lack of power but to reboot complex systems. Read more
Disney's Snow White film tops box office despite bad reviews Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 23, 2025 The film has taken an estimated $87.3m globally during its opening weekend, according to Box Office Mojo. Read more
What makes a rum Jamaican? Question at heart of Caribbean legal dispute Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 23, 2025 The dispute centres on whether it is acceptable to age and bottle the spirit overseas. Read more
UK mulls big tech tax changes to avoid US tariffs Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 23, 2025 Rachel Reeves says talks are "ongoing" about the Digital Services Tax, paid by giants like Amazon. Read more
Investigation ordered into power outage that closed Heathrow Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 22, 2025 Ed Miliband says there are lessons to be learned after outage led to major flight disruption on Friday. Read more
Tesla vandals face up to 20 years in prison, says attorney general Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 20, 2025 The US attorney general said a wave of vandalism and arson attacks at Tesla dealerships is "domestic terrorism". Read more
Why Elon Musk's Grok is kicking up a storm in India Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 20, 2025 The chatbot has become an "unfiltered and unhinged" digital sensation in India. Read more
Will Trump's tariff war spark big-bang reforms in India? Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 19, 2025 Could this be a chance for the world’s fifth-largest economy to shed protectionism and open up further? Read more
Santander to close 95 branches with 750 jobs at risk Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 19, 2025 The bank will start closing branches from June, putting 750 jobs at risk. Read more
Google agrees to pay $28m in racial bias lawsuit Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 18, 2025 The settlement with thousands of people who have worked at the tech giant has received preliminary approval. Read more
First individual Horizon victim to sue Post Office Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 18, 2025 Lee Castleton has started a legal claim against his former employer over the Horizon scandal. Read more
Splurge or save? Americans struggle as tariffs hit economy Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 18, 2025 Families in the US are trying to dodge higher prices from tariffs, as worries rise about the economy. Read more
Germany set to vote on historic increase in defence spending Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 18, 2025 German MPs could pave the way for huge investments to defend Europe against a threatening Russia. Read more
Why is China spending billions to get people to open their wallets? Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 17, 2025 Beijing hopes better wages and discounts can enocurage spending and stave off greater economic trouble. Read more
Disasters spur investment in flood and fire risk tech Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 17, 2025 Services that assess climate change risks are springing up for home buyers, insurers and lenders. Read more
Forever 21 files for bankruptcy in the US Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 17, 2025 US stores will remain open as Forever 21's operating company "begins its process of "winding down". Read more
Reeves summons regulators to No 10 in drive for cuts to red tape Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 16, 2025 The Chancellor will unveil plans to cut bureaucracy as the government continues its bid to slash red tape. Read more
Trump moves to close down Voice of America Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 16, 2025 More than 1,300 staff placed on administrative leave as White House accuses VOA of being anti-Trump, "radical" and "leftist". Read more
Are US tariffs bringing manufacturing back to Canada? Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 16, 2025 Canadian firms are having a growing conversation about the need for more homegrown production. Read more
Thames Water set for crucial court ruling Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 16, 2025 If it does collapse, who will pay and how much? Read more
'I feel sick at the prospect of welfare cuts' Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 15, 2025 People on long-term sickness and disability benefits have told the BBC they fear how cuts will affect them. Read more
UK economy shrank unexpectedly in January Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 14, 2025 A slowdown in manufacturing was one of the main reasons for the dip, the Office for National Statistics says. Read more
'Huawei lobbyists' held in Belgium raids over EU corruption Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 13, 2025 The prosecutor's office said it raided 21 addresses in Belgium, according to local media. Read more
Car sharing switches to electric to boost appeal Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 13, 2025 Car sharing has not taken off, but will electric cars boost its appeal? Read more
Keep kids off Roblox if you're worried, its CEO tells parents Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 12, 2025 The gaming platform is wildly popular, but has been rocked by allegations it exposes children to harmful content. Read more
Man Utd co-owner's firm recalls SUVs over risk of doors flying open Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 12, 2025 Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos Automotive will replace the door latch mechanisms in more than 7,000 SUVs. Read more
US tariffs could deepen Germany's recession, says bank Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps March 12, 2025 Germany's central bank president says US tariffs and retaliation to them could tip Europe's largest economy into recession again. Read more