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'I'm not a scrounger – I work, but would struggle without benefits'

People on long-term sickness and disability benefits have told the BBC they fear how cuts will affect them.

Yoga mats and VR headsets added to inflation basket

Items added and removed from the basket of goods used to calculate inflation give an insight into current fashions.

What are PIP disability payments and why could they change?

The Personal Independence Payment is a benefit that helps cover the extra costs of long-term health conditions.

The Matrix film producer files for bankruptcy

Village Roadshow blames its troubles on a fall-out with Warner Bros and a failed move into independent film production.

Disasters spur investment in flood and fire risk tech

Services that assess climate change risks are springing up for home buyers, insurers and lenders.

Why is China spending billions to get people to open their wallets?

Beijing hopes better wages and discounts can encourage spending and stave off greater economic trouble.

Pharmacies prepare to cut opening hours in funding protest

Pharmacies are being advised to "work to rule" unless a funding agreement can be reached with government.

Germany set to vote on historic increase in defence spending

German MPs could pave the way for huge investments to defend Europe against a threatening Russia.

Tesco to raise wages by 5% but scrap Sunday bonus

The supermarket chain follows other major retailers in raising pay

Thames Water's £3bn rescue deal cleared by court

The funding allows the company to continue operating and attempt to restructure its massive debt pile.

Labour's plan for benefits throws up a bigger dilemma

The debate has sparked a wider dilemma about the broader purpose of welfare

'Too much bureaucracy,' Reeves tells regulators

The chancellor wants to cut red tape to boost growth, but critics say there is no plan.

Hedge fund millionaire banned by City watchdog

Crispin Odey has also been fined £1.8m by the Financial Conduct Authority for a "lack of integrity".

Trade turmoil forecast to slash growth in Canada and Mexico

Trump's tariffs will hit its biggest steel trading partners' economies the most, the OECD predicts.

Small electric cars were said to be the future – but SUVs now rule the road

Despite dire predictions of climate breakdown, more Sports Utility Vehicles are being spotted on, and off, the roads.

Former betting boss says online slot machines need to be slowed down

Stewart Kenny thinks plans to limit stakes for online slots don’t go far enough and games must be slowed down.

Grangemouth: A new dawn for the home of UK's oldest oil refinery?

Its history was built on fossil fuels - but now the site's future depends on its reinvention as a green energy industrial hub.

Forever 21 operator files for bankruptcy in the US

US stores will remain open as Forever 21's operating company "begins its process of "winding down".

£100k home insurance quote leaves couple baffled

The Cunninghams paid £580 to insure their bungalow last year, so they were shocked by their new premium.

'I'm not a scrounger – I work, but would struggle without benefits'

People on long-term sickness and disability benefits have told the BBC they fear how cuts will affect them.

Trump moves to close down Voice of America

More than 1,300 staff placed on administrative leave as White House accuses VOA of being anti-Trump, "radical" and "leftist".

Clothes brand gets 100 complaints a day that models are 'too fat', says boss

Snag clothing is cited in an online debate over whether adverts showing models who appear "unhealthily fat" should be banned.

Exclusive: Every McDonald's in Britain warned of legal action over failing to tackle staff sex abuse

The warning from the UK's equality watchdog comes after the "extremely serious" allegations uncovered by the BBC.

Gold price hits $3,000 as trade tensions mount

Demand for the precious metal has surged amid economic uncertainty over the impact of the global trade war.

Musk's Tesla raises concern over Trump tariffs

The electric carmaker’s warning about tariffs comes despite its boss's key position in the Trump administration.

No quick fix to stronger sales, says Asda boss

Asda plans to spend more on reducing prices and improving product ranges for customers, but says its profits will suffer.

'I'm a little angry': Canadian firms boycott US products

Canadian firms say there is a need for more homegrown production after tariffs imposed by the US sparked a trade war.

Car sharing switches to electric to boost appeal

Car sharing has not taken off, but will electric cars boost its appeal?

US tech firms feel pinch from China tariffs

The price of China-made smartphones, TVs and laptops could rise in the US and elsewhere, experts warn.

Why people are cutting back their online profile

A new wave of AI has spurred some to think more carefully about their online presence.

'We don't need a Gail's' - the coffee shop boom dividing locals

The controversial cafe chain is expanding outside London but locals often have mixed feelings.

Luxury lounges: Credit card perks 'we are all paying for'

Why credit card providers are opening lavish customer lounges in airports and cities.

How Britain's former top banker became Canada's prime minister

The former banker may not have been elected to office before, but his experience managing global economic crises will help.

Sweden is 'no longer a country that cannot be trusted'

Sweden and Finland's defence sectors are benefiting from their countries joining Nato.

Why detecting methane is difficult but crucial work

From handheld to space-based, new methane detectors are making it easier to track the greenhouse gas.

Diversity backlash: Is 'masculine energy' coming to the UK?

Donald Trump has scrapped federal diversity initiatives and many US firms have too - will UK companies follow suit?

Switzerland targets rich tourists but at what cost?

Switzerland's already upmarket tourism sector is trying to attract more high rollers.

Can AI help modernise Ireland's healthcare system?

Ireland is investing billions of euros to revamp its healthcare service - will AI help?

Countries compete to keep skilled young workers

EU nations hope that tax benefits might encourage young, skilled workers to stay, but will they work?

What minerals does Ukraine have and what are they used for?

A minister says nearly all key details have been finalised for a deal giving the US access to the country's minerals.

Can Canadians get the world drinking tree sap?

The largest producer of maple syrup now wants you to drink the sap, which it calls maple water.

Will quantum computers disrupt critical infrastructure?

Quantum computers will be able to crack existing encryption and threaten critical infrastructure.

Georgia's richest man said to be moving funds to avoid US sanctions

The pro-Russian businessman is reported to be moving overseas assets back to the Caucasus country.

Hair: 'It’s just thrown away but it's gold'

India is the world's biggest exporter of human hair but it wants more of the lucrative wig market.

Scientists work on 'superhuman' vision systems for robots

Researchers have given a robot a powerful radio-based vision system which can see through smoke.

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