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Why electric cars cost more to insure - and what's being done about it
The insurance cost of electric vehicles is still putting off many would-be buyers. So what can be done about it?
Interest rates may need to rise this year, says Bank of England economist
Chief economist at the Bank of England says slower growth and inflationary pressures mean rate rise needed
I run the UK's biggest bank, here are five ways to manage your money
The CEO of Lloyds Bank talks about how to save, budget, avoid scams and manage money in a relationship.
How can I get air conditioning in my home and how much does it cost?
As summers in the UK get hotter, is it time for air conditioning to become a permanent feature in most homes?
Porn site company fined £630,000 over failed age checks
Ofcom has fined a slew of sites it says are failing to prevent children accessing their adult content.
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.
Jackdaw boss warns of winter fuel shortage risk if gas field not approved
Adura says the UK government must approve North Sea production urgently to avoid domestic supply shortages.
Life of Sizewell B extended by another 20 years
The power plant was due to reach the end of its life in 2035 but will now continue until 2055.
Virgin Media fined after hanging up on customers trying to cancel contracts
Millions of phone calls from customers were "likely mishandled" over nearly a three-year period, the regulator says.
From mouthwash to hair dye: How weight-loss jabs are changing shopping habits
The BBC looks at how spending habits have shifted as users report feeling less hungry.
Online marketplaces still selling dozens of unsafe baby products, Which? finds
Pillows, sleeping bags and feeders subject to safety notices were found on sites including Amazon and TikTok.
Hundreds of jobs at risk as John Lewis plans to cut some services
No final decision has been made but the job cuts will happen in the autumn if the redundancy plans are approved.
Outcry as Meta lets users make AI images from public Instagram profile pics
The tech giant said people can opt out - but privacy campaigners called it a "recipe for disaster".
Trains and emergency calls affected after major outage at Australia's largest telecoms company
Servers at data centres in Sydney and Melbourne were to blame but the exact cause remains unknown.
Victims of 23andMe data breach to get $47m payout, judge rules
23andMe compiles genetic profiles of people through DNA testing kits, but it was heavily criticised after a 2023 hack.
Australia dock workers call for 28-hour week in AI talks
A union says workers are "in the crosshairs" of automation as AI is being tested across ports.
Jackdaw owner says gas field will 'not materially influence' climate change
The new assessment was required by the industry regulator, after it found several areas had not been adequately addressed in a previous submission.
Airbnb data identifies illegal social home sublets
Nearly 6,000 social homes are thought to be illegally listed on short-term rental platforms.
The places where it's cheaper to holiday this summer
Family deals to many non-European destinations are cheaper this summer than last, as travel nerves have slowed bookings.
Severn Trent avoids fine for wastewater failures
The water firm took "genuine accountability" after breaching wastewater obligations, Ofwat says.
Online gamblers betting more than £1,000 to face new checks
Punters who bet more than £1,000 online in a 24-hour window will have to undergo an assessment, the regulator says.
One million more UK homeowners set to face higher mortgages
Homeowners face paying £45 a month more on average when they move onto a new deal over the next two years.
Banks accused of pushing customers away from basic accounts
Some of the UK's biggest banks have been failing their most vulnerable customers, according to the financial regulator.
Amazon bars breastfeeding boss from business course
Rachael Bews says she told on the way her child would not be allowed on site. Amazon has apologised for not communicating its policy clearly.
'I wear it on my middle finger': The rise of the defiant divorce ring
Around the world women are marking their split with new - or repurposed engagement - rings.
Samsung profits jump 1,800% as AI chip sales soar
The firm's shares fell sharply on Tuesday as some investors had expected an even stronger performance.
Phone contract comparisons 'amounted to mis-selling' student loans, MPs say
A new report says students were not well-enough informed that their loan terms could change retrospectively.
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.
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.
Welfare cuts: What's been happening with Pip and universal credit?
The government commissioned a review into Pip last year after it was forced to water down planned cuts to benefits.
I run the UK's biggest bank, here are five ways to manage your money
The CEO of Lloyds Bank talks about how to save, budget, avoid scams and manage money in a relationship.
The places where it's cheaper to holiday this summer
Family deals to many non-European destinations are cheaper this summer than last, as travel nerves have slowed bookings.
'You have to say no': Families struggling with holiday food costs
Susan Lilley, a single mother of two, said the weekly shop has become one of her biggest financial worries.
One million more UK homeowners set to face higher mortgages
Homeowners face paying £45 a month more on average when they move onto a new deal over the next two years.
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?
How to find lost bank accounts
How to find lost bank accounts
The people turning life experience into business ideas with funding and other support
Shoppers hit by hidden fees
Linzi checks in on 89-year-old Margaret's battle to get her landline reconnected.
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