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Sat, 21 Mar 2026

Home working, long leases and rise of parking apps - what went wrong for NCP

How could a company that charged as much as £65 for a day's parking fail to turn a profit?

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

The spring housing market is on, but mortgage rates just shot higher. Here's what to know.

This spring's housing market is on, but economic headwinds are pushing back most of the advantage that buyers have gained over the past year in affordability.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

David Zaslav’s WBD-Paramount deal payout highlights new 'golden parachutes' for CEOs

WBD CEO David Zaslav could see a payout of more than $800 million after the Paramount Skydance deal.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

Hargreaves Lansdown says IT issues which affected thousands are over

The finance firm has apologised for the disruption to its website and app, which has angered many customers.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

'Marriage penalty' in Washington state's new millionaire tax stirs debate

Washington state's first-ever income tax would impose a 9.9% tax on income of more than $1 million a year.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

Trump-backed television merger moves forward

Critics fear the consolidation will add to strains facing local news and degrade coverage.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

Work from home and drive more slowly to save energy, global body urges

People should change how they travel, work and cook to tackle the energy price crisis, the International Energy Agency says.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

UK borrowing costs hit highest level since 2008 financial crisis

The interest rate on government debt is climbing over fears about inflation, interest rates, and public spending, experts have said.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

Nexstar, Tegna merger closes after winning regulatory approval

Nexstar has closed its $6.2 billion acquisition of Tegna after winning approval from the Federal Communications Commission and Department of Justice.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

Typical energy bill forecast to rise by £332 a year in July

Cornwall Insight says the recent surge in energy prices due to the Iran war is set to push up household bills.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

Did you know you could transfer your ISA?

Martin Lewis explains how you can make the most of your ISA.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

NI households set for £30 electricity reduction in July

The scheme, which will cost £81m, follows on from an announcement made at the UK budget in November 2025.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

School uniform reuse scheme launches in London

The School Uniform Reuse Network aims to help schools and families reduce waste and save money.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

Trio charged over alleged plot to smuggle Nvidia chips from US to China

They allegedly used fake papers and dummy gear as part of a plan to sell billions in tech to China.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

Colombia's budding tech scene needs a cash boost

Colombia has become a tech hub for Latin America, but attracting investors is a challenge.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

The global winners and losers of the war in Iran

As the conflict triggers economic disruption some risk being hit hard, while others stand to benefit.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers

Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?

Thu, 19 Mar 2026

FedEx beats on top and bottom lines, raises guidance on strong performance

FedEx posted strong fiscal third quarter results on Thursday and raised its guidance following a strong performance.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026

Watch: How oil and gas prices are pushing up the cost of living

From fuel to mortgages, the BBC looks at how oil and gas prices could push up the cost of living.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026

US considers lifting sanctions on some Iranian oil

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent broached waiving sanctions on oil already at sea, which would be a stunning reversal of longstanding American policy.

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