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The mysterious crypto firm backed by Farage's biggest donor

Tether is a giant in crytocurrency, an industry that Nigel Farage believes the UK should be embracing.

South East Water must pay £30.5m for supply failures

Regulator Ofwat confirms this penalty follows three investigations into the water company.

How US commerce secretary's Epstein links were uncovered by British whistleblower

Simon Andriesz made the discovery about Howard Lutnick in publicly released Epstein files.

How to navigate the awkward year-end teacher 'thank you' collection

Collecting money for a joint present might overcome the competitive gift-giving, but it can still cause friction.

California leads lawsuit to block Paramount Warner Bros mega merger

The state, where both studios have headquarters, has joined 11 others to halt the deal.

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?

US burrito giant Chipotle opening first outlet in Mexico

Other US fast-food brands have struggled to succeed in the countries their dishes originated in.

Volkswagen planning to cut up to 100,000 jobs globally

The group, which includes Porsche and Audi, has faced a steep fall in profits and tough competition from China.

UAE condemns Iran's 'brazen' attack on tankers as US launches fresh strikes

The third consecutive night of US strikes on Iran came as Trump announced a 20% charge as part of a new blockade on the Strait of Hormuz.

How to change bank, energy or broadband provider and save money

Changing your broadband or energy supplier, or even your bank, for a better deal is simpler than it used to be.

The SpaceX IPO made history. One month on has it lost momentum?

A month on from the firm's stock market debut, the reality of how SpaceX currently makes money has seemed to come into clearer focus.

UK-Switzerland deal to scrap roaming charges and allow Britons to use e-gates

The UK signs a new services deal with Switzerland it says will increase exports by £5.2bn annually "in the long run".

How Aldi is taking on US supermarkets with its $4 almond butter

The German supermarket's $9bn US push targets urban hubs like Manhattan. Can its discount model match Walmart?

10 years of Pokémon Go and the millions still trying to catch 'em all

Michael Steranka, vice president at the mobile game's owner Scopely, says it has always been about bringing people together.

Reeves tells BBC: Burnham needs worked-through plan to govern from the start

The Chancellor tells Laura Kuenssberg she will be handing over a stable economy to the incoming PM.

Will Trump Accounts deliver for American children?

The White House has hailed the project as giving new generations a stake in the American dream, but the scheme has its critics.

Major car firms found not to have installed emissions-cheating devices

A High Court judge said some major car manufacturers did not install a device to cheat emissions testing.

EasyJet agrees to surprise takeover bid as rival US firm swoops in

The airline says a bid from US firm Apollo has trumped a recent takeover offer from Castlelake.

'Cool in 90 seconds' - the fake portable air conditioners sweeping the internet

The ASA says adverts claiming small devices can rapidly cool rooms were too good to be true.

Man nearly sucked out of window mid-air on Ryanair plane, passengers say

The man's wife held onto his legs for around five minutes to stop him from being sucked out, officials say.

Vapes to have less enticing names and flavours to protect children

People are being consulted about plans to stop vape companies using enticing flavour descriptions that "attract" children into experimenting.

Pressure builds on Europe's biggest port to be greener

A lawsuit demands that the Port of Rotterdam moves faster to cut its dependence on fossil fuel firms.

Chip giant SK Hynix raises $26.5bn as shares surge in bumper US listing

The shares surged as much as 17% in their Nasdaq trading debut on Friday following the record-breaking foreign listing.

EU threatens Meta with fines over 'addictive' Facebook and Instagram

Regulators say features such as infinite scroll contribute to "compulsive use" and "unhealthy habits".

Big fall in oil, gas and cargo ships taking US-backed Hormuz route after new strikes

Data shows a decline in the number of ships - many carrying oil and gas - going through the waterway after attacks this week.

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

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.

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.

Removing tax from food could cost £14m - minister

Treasury says a GST removal from essential grocery items would mostly benefit the richest islanders.

Pop-up free school uniform and prom dress stall

People are being encouraged to donate, swap or take items they need for free.

Parent cooking classes 'built my confidence'

New cooking scheme aims to help parents learn healthy recipes which are convenient to make.

Call for right to grow food on unused public land

Some London council already allow unused land to be turned into gardens, allotments and flowerbeds.

How to navigate the awkward year-end teacher 'thank you' collection

Collecting money for a joint present might overcome the competitive gift-giving, but it can still cause friction.

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?

Woman's Hour

We hear about a new study exploring the impact hormones have on women with ADHD.

Should you be switching bank accounts?

Martin Lewis covers whether you should be switching bank accounts.

How to find lost bank accounts

How to find lost bank accounts

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