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Pubs allowed to stay open until 5am for England Mexico match
The government had initially said it would not relax licensing laws further for the World Cup.
Ryanair warns of 'queue chaos' from new EU border system
The airline calls on European governments to postpone the EES system until after the summer holiday period.
World Cup boom falters as US hospitality jobs fall in June
There had been early signs of a jobs boom from the tournament, but hospitality jobs declined in June.
Car finance compensation payments delayed until next year
Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.
'I spent $6,000 on a World Cup trip but was left stranded at the gate'
Hundreds of fans who bought World Cup tickets on resale site StubHub say they have had them cancelled at the last minute.
Diesel sees biggest monthly fall in 26 years. What's happening to fuel prices?
When the US-Israel war with Iran began, fuel costs jumped, but they are now plummeting as hope of lasting peace grows.
Google must pay €4.1bn fine for using Android to 'block' rivals
A Google spokesperson said the judgement "fails to recognise" the firm's "significant investment to ensure Android remains open."
Bibles, Home Alone and perfume: Six takeaways from Trump's 2025 finances
Official documents show the US president made billions of dollars as he returned to the White House.
Why the expected fight over the North American trade deal never kicked off
The US has confirmed it will not extend the agreement for another 16 years, but stopped short of more dramatic action.
Don't expect connected car apps to save your stolen car, experts say
Kia told the BBC UK law prevented its location tracking function being used to live track vehicles.
Singapore seizes $42m mansion over Nvidia chip smuggling
The luxury home was seized as part of a probe into the illegal trade of servers containing AI semiconductors.
Old British fridges 'cannot cope with the heat'
Experts say older fridges are failing in hot weather as rising temperatures put them under pressure.
Halifax brand to be scrapped after 173 years
Lloyds says it remains committed to the town of Halifax and very little will change for customers.
US blocks long-term renewal of North American trade deal
US blocks 16-year North America trade deal renewal, triggering annual rolling reviews
Plea for households to read energy meter as prices rise
Household energy prices have risen by 13% a year as regulator Ofgem's latest price cap kicks in.
Up to 150 ex-WHSmith High Street stores to close as rescue deal approved
The sweeping restructuring, approved by a court, will see steep rent cuts on most remaining stores.
Trump made more than $1bn from crypto in first year back in office
The president's crypto income far outpaces his earnings from real estate and Trump-themed items such as watches.
Brewery boss who banned phones and swearing from pubs dies aged 81
Humphrey Smith had been at the helm of the Tadcaster brewer since the 1980s.
Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension
Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older
Anthropic says US lifts export ban on its advanced AI tools
Fable and Mythos were abruptly suspended in June over concerns that they could be used by hackers.
Australia sues Amazon for making allegedly unfair contracts with subscribers
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) says Amazon has broken consumer protection law
Romesh Ranganathan 'gutted' over bakery closure
Coughlans Bakery says it has gone into voluntary liquidation over hikes in national insurance and business rates.
We had packed lunches every day for 10 years and retired at 40
The Fire (Financially Independent, Retire Early) movement sees followers save as much as possible.
Cruise passengers 'stranded' after air con failure to be flown home
Tui has apologised and told passengers it has arranged flights home for tomorrow and a full refund.
Chinese tycoon sentenced to 30 years in US jail
Guo Wengui branded himself as a China critic, gaining followers who backed his fraudulent schemes.
Homes harder to sell as high mortgage rates frustrate buyers
Three in five homes listed for sale since January remain on the market, says property portal Zoopla.
Hollywood director gets two and a half years in prison for defrauding Netflix
He was accused of using money for a Netflix show on lavish purchases like Rolls Royces and Ferraris.
Why is crucial tech vulnerable to the heat?
Energy grids and train services are among the vital services that are vulnerable to very hot weather.
The legal fight to get equal pay for Germany's disabled workers
A test case is seeking the minimum wage for 300,000 disabled people who currently get paid less.
Do you know your 'sweat score'? The rise of hydration tech
Hydration tracking gadgets are flooding the market but is it too much information?
Is Germany looking again at coal-powered electricity?
It had planned to abandon the fuel, but the higher cost of natural gas may make it think again.
The artificial ice pyramids saving India's mountain villages
Himalayan villages are creating artificial glaciers to guarantee water for their crops in the spring.
'We had to get out of the way': The backlash over delivery robots
As the delivery vehicles increasing take to US streets, bans and protest groups are springing up.
What is Helium-3 and could we get it from the moon?
Helium-3 is expensive and demand is forecast to soar, so some are planning to mine it on the moon.
Why I sold my business to my staff
As more US company owners reach retirement age many are selling up to their employees.
India's 'blue gold' starts a new drinks industry
Agave plants grow wild in India and new distillers are using them to create a spirits industry.
New candy stores are popping up across NYC. Why?
While US consumer confidence is at an historic low the Big Apple's sweet shops are expanding.
Could humanoid robots be heading for the battlefield?
Armed forces are experimenting with humanoid robots, but battlefield deployment is some way off.
Car finance compensation payments delayed until next year
Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.
Why Gen Z are taking mini-retirements
Many young people are choosing to spend money they would otherwise put into a pension, on trips now.
I needed to use a food bank after graduating - now I want to end the stigma
Steven, who now runs his own therapy business, struggled to make ends meet after graduating.
Diesel sees biggest monthly fall in 26 years. What's happening to fuel prices?
When the US-Israel war with Iran began, fuel costs jumped, but they are now plummeting as hope of lasting peace grows.
'We had to use a food bank after university’
Steven Crichton and his partner Kat skipped meals to make sure their children "had full lunch boxes".
Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension
Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older
The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
How the High Street became a window on our political instability
High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?
The £5 coffee that tells a story of global economic turmoil
Coffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and savvy coffee farmers playing the market, writes Faisal Islam
The threat to summer holidays looming from jet fuel shortages
What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?
Finance expert Laura Pomfret shares her top tips for finding cheaper flights, from spotting rare error fares to knowing the best time to book. Plus, why airline bundles aren't always the bargain they seem.
Why Gen Z are taking mini-retirements
Many young people are choosing to spend money they would otherwise put into a pension, on trips now.
Trump's $1.4bn crypto earnings revealed
US President Donald Trump made more than $1.4 bn (£750m) last year from business dealings in cryptocurrency, according to his mandatory financial report for 2025.
Struggling to get a refund? Consumer journalist Rebecca Wilcox shares some tips.
Money Box Live considers what buying a flat means for your finances?
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