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VAT to be cut from household electricity bills in October

Homes will save around £45 a year through the cut announced on Andy Burnham's first full day as prime minister.

Ozempic-maker accuses rival of false advertising

Novo Nordisk has launched legal action accusing Eli Lilly of creating "misleading" ads, a claim its rival denies.

Thames Water lenders offer 'golden share' to head off nationalisation

The water supplier's lenders are trying to prevent the company from being taken over by the Burnham government

Lindt's Easter chocolate sales fall after price hike

The Swiss chocolate maker adjusts its strategy in response to weaker demand after its price rises.

Ryanair broken window may have been caused by 'foreign object'

Passenger Ljubisa Karović was partially sucked out of a cabin window on the Boeing aircraft.

The 20-somethings betting big on tech stocks

The BBC hears from people about the risks and rewards of investing in technology shares.

UK borrows less than expected in June but public finances remain a challenge

Public finances for last month were better than expected but the UK is carrying major debt.

Three reasons why UK electricity prices are so high

The government has announced it will cut VAT on domestic electricity to zero but Britons still pay more for power than many other European nations.

UK's first sugar factory at risk of closure

Over 100 jobs are at risk after British Sugar announced plans to shut one of its four factories.

Union plans rail strikes over train safety concerns

RMT says it has been in dispute with the rail operator since April, following the rollout of the 810 fleet.

Carney looking at 'all options' as Trump announces 50% tariffs on Canada

The duties mark a major escalation in trade tensions between the North American neighbours.

B&M fined £2m over serious food hygiene failings at Birmingham shops

Mouse droppings and gnawed food are found after inspections at three stores in Birmingham.

What does an Andy Burnham-led government mean for your money?

The new PM says he will look at how much people can earn before paying tax but admitted changing it would be difficult.

'I made £100,000 of TikTok sales in one day': The business of live shopping

Buying on social media livestreams is fast becoming regular consumer behaviour for many.

Who is new chancellor John Healey? Labour veteran who quit as defence secretary

The former defence secretary is seen as a safe pair of hands - and is now in charge of the government's finances.

Paramount and Warner Bros mega merger paused by judge

US court temporarily stops Paramount and Warner Bros merging after 12 states launched legal action.

Thousands of websites taken down for illegal World Cup streams

More than 1,000 illegal streaming sites were shut down in the US during the tournament, with a similar amount blocked in Colombia.

Craft and keyboard: The trainees mastering tech and age-old skills

Firms have to balance hi-tech and age-old skills when training up young workers.

Why Andy Burnham will find it so tricky to unite Britain

Is there any common ground left?

Burnham has big ideas - but what will they cost?

Every tricky decision and trade off is being watched by the country and the markets at the same time

Ryanair profits drop as Iran war puts off passengers and lifts fuel costs

The Irish airline said oil prices had increased costs meanwhile Brent crude surpassed $90.

AliExpress fined record €550m by EU for allowing sale of illegal goods

The Chinese retailer allowed unsafe toys and counterfeit clothes to be sold on its site, says the EU.

West Africa signs off $25bn mega gas-pipeline plan

A 6,000km pipeline running along the Atlantic coast of 14 countries is to be built starting in 2028.

Are you a parent missing out on £27 a week? Here's how to check

Thousands of new parents fail to claim child benefit until it is too late to receive some of the money, HMRC says.

Jobs, borrowing and taxes: Andy Burnham's economic challenges

The person in charge of the country will change but the financial challenges remain the same.

South East Water hosepipe ban to affect 2.4 million people

South East Water says customers in Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire will face a ban.

My fitness tracker knew I was pregnant before I did

Ravika is one of hundreds of women who are noticing early pregnancy signs through the data on their fitness trackers.

This farmer wanted to quit the cocaine industry - he couldn't

Colombians who grow cocaine's raw material bemoan a lack of support to help them switch crops.

Is tracking your food purchases good for your health?

Food tracking apps are popular, but are they a good way to make us eat a healthier diet?

New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain

It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.

Wealthy AI workers send San Francisco house prices soaring

The median cost of a home in the city is now $1.7m, a record high, according to the latest figures.

Robots available for rent: But what can they do?

Robotics tech is changing fast, so for many it makes sense to rent a robot.

AI is 'not smart' so what's next in artificial intelligence?

Leading AI researcher Yan LeCun has a start-up which is developing a more flexible AI system.

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.

VAT to be cut from household electricity bills in October

Homes will save around £45 a year through the cut announced on Andy Burnham's first full day as prime minister.

What does an Andy Burnham-led government mean for your money?

The new PM says he will look at how much people can earn before paying tax but admitted changing it would be difficult.

Minister pressed on electricity bills savings figures

The government says a typical home will save about £45 a year when VAT is cut from 5% to 0%.

Dad facing difficult summer as food donations plunge

Food banks and community larders are warning of an uncertain future.

Families skipping meals during holidays - charity

FareShare Sussex & Surrey says it is facing a "mountain" of need over the school holidays.

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?

Trump: 50% tariffs response to Canada's treatment of US farmers

This new round of duties on Canadian goods is fuelling speculation about a potential announcement of new US tariffs on countries across the world.

Is the internet broken?

75% of the world is online, and in many ways it makes all our lives better. But faced with AI slop, misinformation and toxicity, many people are asking: Is there a better way?

Healey seen as 'safe pair of hands' as he is appointed chancellor

The BBC's Economics Editor Faisal Islam outlines the challenges facing the new chancellor.

Money Box

Call for help for people on low incomes who must now wait longer for their state pension.

Why women should speak openly about money

Emma joins Nuala McGovern to discuss her book Start With Yourself: A New Vision for Work and Life.

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