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Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Charities deal with impact of higher fuel prices

Ferrying items has been made more difficult by fuel price increases of 35%, one charity says.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Help for people who use heating oil is on the way

North Lincolnshire Council is encouraging households to sign up for a support scheme.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

World's biggest maker of condoms set to raise prices due to Iran war

Malaysia-based Karex produces more than five billion condoms a year and supplies global brands like Durex and Trojan.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Oil prices dip as Trump extends Iran war ceasefire

The president also said the US will continue to blockade Iran's ports until peace talks progress.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

I was left with an £8,000 vet bill when my insurer cancelled my pet policy

Thousands of people have got in touch with BBC Your Voice over concerns about rising pet insurance costs and poor cover.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

Meta to track workers' clicks and keystrokes to train AI

The firm will take data from the way employees work for its artificial intelligence models.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

Hotpot, bubble tea and sportswear: China's new exports take on the world

Made in China used to mean cheap, mass-produced goods but a new wave of Chinese brands is emerging.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

United Airlines slashes 2026 forecast as fuel costs surge

The carrier's first-quarter earnings topped Wall Street's expectations.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

OpenAI faces criminal probe over role of ChatGPT in shooting

The firm, co-founded by Sam Altman, said it is "not responsible" for the attack at Florida State University

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

From Epstein to sock puppets: Key takeaways from Kevin Warsh's Fed confirmation hearing

He denied making a deal with Donald Trump on interest rates and backed "policy regime change" at the central bank.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

Amazon launches GLP-1 weight loss program, promising 'fast, convenient' access

Through Amazon Pharmacy, patients will be able to access medications including Novo Nordisk's Wegovy as well as newer oral GLP-1 options.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

UPS and FedEx have begun filing for some tariff refunds

UPS and FedEx have begun filing requests for some tariff refunds through the government's refund process, but those funds could take months to reach customers.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

Michael and Susan Dell to donate $750 million to UT Austin to fund new medical campus

The donation will create a new hospital at the school where Michael Dell was once a premed student.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

Air fares soar by nearly 25% as Iran war forces flights to re-route

Airspace restrictions caused by the conflict sent plane ticket prices higher, research shows.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

Water charges and rates increase could help Stormont 'raise £3bn a year'

Stormont would have £3bn a year extra if they cut jobs, increased rates and introduced water charges.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

Collapsed law firm at centre of £39.5m fraud probe

Sheffield-based PM Law Ltd, which had 25 offices across England, closed suddenly on 2 February.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

UnitedHealth tops quarterly estimates, hikes profit outlook as insurer manages high medical costs

The nation's largest private insurer expects 2026 adjusted earnings of more than $18.25 per share, up from a previous outlook of greater than $17.75 per share.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

Trump says 'maybe' government should help struggling Spirit Airlines

Trump told CNBC's "Squawk Box": "I think I'd love somebody to buy Spirit, as an example."

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

Unemployment rate unexpectedly falls as fewer students look for work

The drop has been largely driven by a rise in the number of people not actively seeking work.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

Uni staff strike for cost of living 'weighting'

Library, museum, finance and IT staff are among members of Unite taking action over pay.


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