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AI will cure cancer in our lifetime, claims boss of UK chip giant

Arm Holding's chief executive Rene Haas says artificial intelligence will find a solution to the disease.

UK's third-biggest taxpayer to leave for Greece

Chris Rokos plans to open an office in Athens, reports say, and was ranked third in the Sunday Times's list of the UK's top taxpayers.

The firms turning recruitment into X Factor-style competitions

Applicants have to pitch their ideas on stage in front of a panel of judges and an audience. But is this exciting or unfair?

Canada braces for prolonged trade war as counter-tariffs on US take effect

The tariffs will apply to $20bn worth of American products, jeopardising the stability of the world's largest bilateral trading relationship.

Scammers demand ransoms from Instagram users over fake copyright claims

Users say they are losing money or risk having their accounts suspended because Meta struggles to identify scammers.

'Tirana teeth': Albania hopes to be the new Turkey for dental work

The Balkan nation is aiming to become a new centre for medical tourism.

'JLR job cuts a cause for uncertainty and worry'

Experts say they worry it could limit the company's ability to innovate in the future.

Trump threatens to stop sale of Canadian Bombardier jets in US

The threat against one of Canada's largest companies comes amid an escalating trade war between the two neighbours.

Shetland spaceport project secures £30m of UK government investment

The funding will be used to build two more launchpads.

Next wins key appeal to overturn £30m equal pay ruling

A judge ruled Next can pay warehouse workers more because it is harder to recruit and retain them.

Faisal Islam: Chancellor's attempts to boost vibes may limit tax rises

The new leadership is trying to maintain both confidence and the promotion of economic animal spirits.

Why the 'Temu Range Rover' is such a threat to Jaguar Land Rover

Job cuts come as JLR faces falling sales and intense Chinese competition while trying to switch to electric vehicles.

Why are European countries moving their gold out of North America?

The Netherlands has relocated 86 tonnes of the shiny stuff - what's going on?

Chancellor calls for 'confidence about Britain' despite 'historic high' borrowing costs

John Healey detailed plans to spread growth more widely across the UK, ahead of his first Budget.

The £70 refund letter that isn't a scam

About one million people - mostly women - are owed pension tax relief and will be contacted by HMRC.

China to pump $54bn into state banks and insurers to boost economy

It comes as Beijing is aiming to reshape its economy in the face of a number of challenges.

Jaguar Land Rover to cut 4,000 jobs over next two years

The cuts come as the carmaker struggles with Chinese competition, US tariffs, and the transition to electric vehicles.

Investigators begin work on why cargo plane overran Miami runway

Five people died and five others were injured as the Amazon plane overshot the runway after landing at Miami International Airport.

Flight price rises due to 'foolish leaders' starting wars, Virgin's Branson says

Middle East tensions have choked the production and transportation of oil, causing a surge in the price of car and jet fuels.

More funding needed to boost construction jobs for young people, housing boss says

Recent analysis showed the construction sector needs an extra 2,200 workers a year to meet demand.

Australians will be able to switch off social media algorithms under planned legislation

Firms like Meta, Google and TikTok should face "substantial" penalties if they don't give the option, minister says.

Stock up on food to prepare for extreme weather, minister says

Dame Angela Eagle warns the weather event could lead to extreme storms this winter.

Aviation faces hotter, stormier skies – and passengers might have to accept more disruption

Are people going to have to increasingly accept more delays and diversions as the effects of climate change intensify?

Trump calls for interest rate cut after jobs figures raise hike bets

The president's remarks came as stronger-than-expected jobs figures added to growing expectations that rates could be increased.

Controversial Jackdaw gas field set to be approved in weeks, sources say

The government is set to give the go-ahead for the gas field off the coast of Aberdeen, the BBC understands.

UK petrol prices hit highest level since Iran war began

The price of unleaded hits 163p a litre, according to motoring group the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated.

From 'dog fruit' to darling: India's avocado boom

Demand for avocados is booming in India and local growers hope to grab more of the market.

Prosecco, cakes and beauty products - how to get birthday freebies and why there's a catch

Cake, coffee, make-up and burgers are just some of the free things you can get on your birthday.

Why wait? Business grads buying firms to install themselves as CEO

Impatient to be the boss of an established company they are borrowing money to fund their purchases.

'My parents won't lend me £10k but helped my brother': When families play financial favourites

So-called financial favouritism can cause jealousy and resentment long into adulthood. Here is how experts say you can avoid it

Overcooked? Why robotic pizza makers are failing

A string of failures has sapped confidence that robots will take over production at pizza restaurants.

How Dolly Parton's business savvy helped her succeed far beyond the charts

While country music and films brought her fame, her entrepreneurial zeal brought her fortune.

Firms scramble for battery power in Spain and Portugal

After last year's massive power failure Spanish and Portuguese firms are buying battery back ups.

'What you see is what you pay' - why some US restaurants are banning tips

Tips are central to US dining culture but some eateries think that they are unfair.

Drought leaves 'barely any apples' to make cider

Some orchards are harvesting just a 10th of their usual crop, and facing an uncertain future.

How landscape gardening is being electrified

The switch to quieter electric equipment is not going as fast as some would like.

Food price cap plans giving farmer 'sleepless nights'

East Lothian farmer Jamie Wyllie says he's worried costs will get passed down the line to the food producers.

Pre-loved uniforms save families £69, says charity

Clothing Coventry has helped provide thousands of children with second-hand school uniform.

The £70 refund letter that isn't a scam

About one million people - mostly women - are owed pension tax relief and will be contacted by HMRC.

Cost of living on many minds ahead of Manx election

Residents, businesses and charities are focused on the economy ahead of the general election.

How long could you manage on £3 of food a day?

It wants people to experience what it is like for people facing food insecurity.

Aviation faces hotter, stormier skies – and passengers might have to accept more disruption

Are people going to have to increasingly accept more delays and diversions as the effects of climate change intensify?

Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters

Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay?

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?

Why a famous Montreal sandwich shop has been forced to swap its soda

Schwartz’s, one of Montreal’s most famous delis, has changed suppliers for its black cherry soda.

How much can Canada fight back in its trade war with the US?

The US may be the bigger trading partner, but Canada shouldn't be counted out quite yet in the escalating trade fight.

Consumer Fight Back

Rejected for PIP? Most tribunal appeals succeed. We ask why.

Money Box

What can we expect from a major review of financial literacy?

1986: Manchester's second-hand fashion mecca

Designer Jeff Banks visited Affleck’s Palace, an indoor emporium selling vintage clothing.

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