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Mon, 26 Oct 2026

Healey's Budget needs to sustain the stronger economy through gathering clouds

The economic is positive now but come January things could become trickier for the Labour government

Sun, 25 Oct 2026

Data centre debate heats up ahead of US midterms - here's what you need to know

Data centres are the lifeblood of our digital world, but there are growing concerns about their environmental impact. The BBC explores their rise in charts.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026

Marc Lore’s Wonder bets on Texas, automation and user-built restaurants as it mulls IPO

Wonder is leaning into automation and user-built restaurants as founder Marc Lore prepares the startup for a potential IPO.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026

Heating oil costs 'more than double' ahead of winter

Middleton in Teesdale has no mains gas supply so many residents use expensive heating oil.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026

How families are cutting the cost of Halloween as spending grows

Families are turning to homemade costumes, swaps and second-hand outfits to keep it affordable.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026

Firms 'holding back' on new jobs ahead of Budget

Some businesses say they want to see employment costs come down in the October Budget.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026

Will a new code end 'rip-off parking charges'?

The prime minister says a new code will end "rip-off parking charges" - but will it work?

Sun, 25 Oct 2026

Budget 2026: No more fat to trim for 'squeezed middle'

As the chancellor finalises his first Budget, how are the "squeezed middle" feeling about costs?

Sun, 25 Oct 2026

Four ways Labour could raise money in the Budget without hiking income tax

Chancellor John Healey may need to raise money to boost his fiscal headroom - BBC Verify examines what options could be on the table.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026

Budget to include £1bn for social and affordable housing

The move will take funding for the 10-year programme to more than £40bn.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026

Rosebank: Life on the oil field at the centre of a political storm

Scotland editor James Cook finds out what life is like on board a ship in an untapped oil field awaiting its fate.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026

Why popular airplanes are getting scrapped years early

Airplanes are getting dismantled for parts years ahead of schedule because engines and other components are in short supply.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026

Rising demand from families needing Christmas help

Charlotte Riley says more families are reaching out for help for a variety of reasons.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026

Charity expects demand for Christmas present campaign

The campaign, run by Little Stars, is running from today until 4 December.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026

White House lifts tariffs on some Canadian goods as midterm elections loom

From 30 October, tariffs will be eased on some products, including certain machinery, and placed on others, such as carpets.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026

How does the UK state pension compare with other countries?

Do British pensioners have it better or worse than those in other countries?

Sat, 24 Oct 2026

UK to invest £100m in 'world first' AI Biosecurity Lab

The chancellor will unveil AI spending aimed at shoring up the UK's defences in Wednesday's Budget.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026

Before you crank up the thermostat, try these tips to keep your house warmer for longer

Make draught excluders from socks, leave your oven door open after cooking and opt for lots of thin layers of clothing to stay warm.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026

Are California voters about to impose 'world's first' tax on billionaires?

Voters are about to decide if the mega-rich among them should hand over billions of dollars to pay for improvements to healthcare.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026

Fewer people are flying as airfare soars. Here's why airlines aren't worried

Airlines are reporting fewer people flew in the third quarter as airfare surged on fuel costs, but executives say travelers are mostly swallowing higher fares.

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