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UK unemployment hits highest rate for nearly five years
It marks the highest rate since the Covid pandemic, official figures show.
It marks the highest rate since the Covid pandemic, official figures show.
Royal Mail given two weeks to respond to claims it is prioritising parcels
MPs have raised "significant concerns" about reports of "failures in service" at the company.
Calculator: How will freeze on tax thresholds hit your take-home pay?
Wages have been rising faster than prices but you could pay more tax because of frozen thresholds.
Restaurants raising prices 'to keep doors open'
The Pavilion took to social media to reveal cost pressures
Hyatt Hotels chairman steps down over Jeffrey Epstein ties
Billionaire Thomas Pritzker said he had exercised "terrible judgement" in keeping contact with Epstein.
The tech bros might show more humility in Delhi – but will they make AI any safer?
As global tech leaders meet Delhi, India hopes to level the playing field for countries outside the US and China.
Reddit's human content wins amid the AI flood
Reddit says its human contributors are valued amid an internet awash with AI-generated content.
Six of Sarah Ferguson's companies winding down
The move follows further revelations over her friendship with the convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
'Significant' personal tax allowance rise on cards
The treasury minister prepares to deliver a budget with a "significant rise" in personal allowances.
Royal Mail letters sit undelivered 'for weeks' as parcels prioritised, staff say
Staff and customers tell the BBC prioritising parcels can mean missed NHS appointments and late payment fines.
Spud truck handing out free meals to families
The truck is supporting those who can not afford meals outside of school term-time.
Lloyds boss accepts concern over use of staff data in pay talks
The bank was criticised for comparing employees' spending habits to the wider public as part of wage negotiations.
Brewdog staff 'upset and concerned' by sale plans
Unite said workers had been left in the dark over their futures after the craft beer firm announced plans to explore new investment.
ByteDance to curb AI video app after Disney legal threat
Videos featuring Spider-Man and other characters which are Disney's intellectual property have gone viral since Seedance's update.
Trump eyes Venezuela visit – but obstacles to his oil plan remain
The US president wants American energy firms to start extracting the crude but they are reluctant.
Schools project to understand impact of poverty
A six-month listening exercise has taken place, giving support and advice to parents.
Bedding firm backs down on 'Swift Home' trademark after Taylor Swift appeal
Swift’s team had flagged similarities between her trademark and the company’s contested design.
The £10 tricks I used to make my rented room into a home
Talented tenants share decor hacks that won't cost you a fortune - or your deposit.
Andrew's time as trade envoy should be investigated, says Vince Cable
The former prince's alleged actions were "totally unacceptable", the ex-business secretary says.
Gender pay gap won't close for another 30 years, warns trade unions group
The average woman employee "effectively works for 47 days of the year for free," according to the Trades Union Congress.
Could Manchester be a model for the UK to kickstart growth?
With an annual growth rate of 3.1%, Manchester's economy has performed twice as well as that of the UK as a whole.
Craft beer maker Brewdog put up for sale
Consultants Alix Partners have been brought in to oversee the sales process which could lead to the businesses being broken up.
Andrew facing claim he shared Treasury document with banking contact
Reports suggest the former prince shared a Treasury document when he was serving as trade envoy.
Amazon's Ring ends deal with surveillance firm after backlash
A Super Bowl advert had sparked new scrutiny of the smart doorbell company's privacy practices.
Head of Dubai-based ports giant quits after Epstein links revealed
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem’s exit comes after files showed he appears to have exchanged hundreds of emails with Epstein.
Why you should consider switching bank accounts
Martin Lewis explains why now might be a good time to think about changing your bank account.