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- Barclays workers ask for more money to return to the office
[14 hours old]: Unite union, which represents 36,000 Barclays staff, calls for a one-off payment to offset increased travel and childcare costs.

. The extreme engineering of aircraft windows
[53 hours old]: Few companies have the technology to make aircraft windows which are getting harder to make.

. Aviation faces hotter, stormier skies – and passengers might have to accept more disruption
[293 hours old]: Are people going to have to increasingly accept more delays and diversions as the effects of climate change intensify?

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- Remains found after wildfire identified as mother-of-three missing since 2019
[13 hours old]: A 56-year-old man is arrested after the remains of Joanne Sheen were found in London almost seven years after she went missing.

- Charles 'sounded giddily elated' after Diana died, Earl Spencer claims
[1 hours old]: Buckingham Palace has strongly pushed back against claims in a new book by the late Princess of Wales's brother.

- War may be coming. Are we psychologically ready?
[5 hours old]: The military and government say the risk of conflict is growing, but we may not be mentally ready for it

- US fans with Ed Sheeran tickets left 'torn' over Macklemore controversy
[3 hours old]: With Sheeran's next gig this weekend, some ticket holders said they were in two minds about going.

- UN experts say grounds to believe US committed war crimes in Iran strikes
[7 hours old]: The US has not acknowledged carrying out February's deadly strikes on a primary school in Minab and a sports complex in Lamerd.

* British woman rescued in Malawi shootout that left four suspected kidnappers dead
[0 hours old]: The mother of two young children was kidnapped last week in the middle of the day in the main city, Blantyre.

- New wild cat species discovered - with only one known living member
[5 hours old]: A spotted wildcat long mistaken for relatives has been identified as a new species in Bolivia.

- Badenoch says she is instructing lawyers to challenge government after Tory-run council's 94% tax hike
[4 hours old]: A row is growing over Wandsworth Council's rise, which the local authority is blaming on government funding cuts.

- Watch: Can humpback whales experience grief?
[6 hours old]: Rare footage captured by researchers off Australia's Gold Coast suggests humpback whale mothers may experience grief when their calves die.

- Archbishop of Canterbury withdraws award from Muslim cleric who praised Osama bin Laden
[8 hours old]: The award was handed out last week, on the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.

- Not just 'Nice Guy Eddie': Lib Dems eager for leader to show radical side at party conference
[4 hours old]: There is a sizeable group of Lib Dem MPs who openly question whether the party's problem is with its leader, while others support his stance.

- Sunshine to return to parts of UK with warmer and drier weather on way
[3 hours old]: High pressure over the UK next week will bring a break from the wet and windy weather so far this month.

- Why we bought our first home with a 100% mortgage - despite the risks
[5 hours old]: The share of UK mortgages with smaller deposits is the highest it's been since 2008. The BBC spoke to borrowers about how they manage the risks.

- Weekly quiz: Why did women's sports stars criticise actress Sydney Sweeney?
[9 hours old]: How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

- Learner drivers turn to YouTube and TikTok to cut costs - but instructors warn of risks
[7 hours old]: One learner says social media clips saved her money, but there was also misinformation online.

- This Olympic river has 500 crocodiles in it - but that's not the main concern
[5 hours old]: Queensland's Fitzroy River has been selected for the 2032 Games, despite concerns over the course - and its inhabitants.

- The Papers: 'Giddy King' and 'war of words' over Earl Spencer book
[5 hours old]: Most papers feature the latest from the royal feud on the second day of Diana's brother Earl Spencer's book being serialised in the Daily Mail.

- The big questions for Tuchel's first England squad since World Cup
[11 hours old]: Before Thomas Tuchel names his first squad since the World Cup on Friday, BBC Sport looks at the big questions facing the England boss.

- Warm words on Canada's EU 'associate membership' but no guarantees
[11 hours old]: There is no certainty that the idea will ever get off the ground, let alone become a blueprint for other countries, writes the BBC's Katya Adler.

- Healey to ask EU finance ministers to let UK into 'Made in Europe' industry scheme
[6 hours old]: The chancellor wants the Made in Europe programme to deepen ties with the UK "rather than erecting new barriers".

- Zara Larsson criticises White House for using her song in deportation video
[3 hours old]: The White House removed Larsson's Midnight Sun from one of its reels after the artist called the clip "dehumanising".

- See tiny organisms on show in microscopic video competition
[2 hours old]: The winning video features tiny hair-like structures, called cilia, in the airways of a child with a rare genetic disease.

- UK Youth Parliament looks set to be axed
[10 hours old]: Some say scrapping the parliament for 11 to 18-year-olds would be a blow for democracy, while others say it is overdue.

- Why US plan to sell F-35 warplanes to Saudi Arabia is controversial
[3 hours old]: Saudi Arabia has lobbied the US for years to buy F35s, the world's most advanced fighter jet.

- Family of 'Putney pusher' suspect say he was innocent and blame police for his death
[11 hours old]: The family of Nicholas Brandram said there was no forensic evidence linking him to the incident.

- Hyrox athlete apologises for continuing race after soiling herself
[13 hours old]: Joanna Wietrzyk has also forfeited her win in the fitness competition after competing last week.

- 'Just the beginning' - Samba, 17, steals Man City show
[6 hours old]: Floyd Samba's scintillating debut stole the show at Etihad Stadium but also took the headlines away from another high-profile teenager in Manchester.

- From -17 points to dream European start for Bournemouth
[5 hours old]: Bournemouth started a League Two season on -17 points in 2008, now they have made a dream start in European competition.

- England crush Sri Lanka to seal T20 series win
[7 hours old]: England comfortably chase a below-par target of 146 to thrash Sri Lanka by six wickets and seal the three-match T20 series with a game to spare.

- 'Built differently' - Hodgkinson reveals hamstring abnormality
[10 hours old]: Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson says she is "built differently" after an MRI scan uncovered an "abnormality" in her hamstring.

- Champion Van Gerwen loses in first round to Gurney
[6 hours old]: Defending champion Michael van Gerwen falls to a 6-5 defeat by Daryl Gurney in the opening round of the World Series of Darts Finals in Amsterdam.

- Healey to ask EU finance ministers to let UK into industry scheme
[6 hours old]: The chancellor wants the Made in Europe programme to deepen ties with the UK "rather than erecting new barriers".

- Japan raises interest rate to new 31-year high to curb rising prices
[1 hours old]: Central banks around the world have hiked rates as high energy prices are pushing up inflation.

- Early Bowie music available to stream for first time
[5 hours old]: Previously unheard material from the start of the artist's career has been released for the first time.

- Interest rates held but Bank signals rise if energy prices stay high
[14 hours old]: Rates are held for the sixth time in a row but the Bank of England says high energy prices make a future rise more likely.

- The virtual worlds where robots are trained
[5 hours old]: Training systems that allow robots to negotiate the real world are getting more sophisticated.

- Councils to share £5m in 'emergency food aid' as living costs rise
[6 hours old]: The money from the Welsh government will amount to around £200,000 to every council.

- Mixed feelings from consumers as electricity discount to be given to NI households
[11 hours old]: The one-off £63 reduction in electricity bills will be applied from next month.

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. Anne Hathaway and Jessica Chastain star in a psychological thriller
[820 hours old]: It's the only thing you can trust. A friendship forged in motherhood is broken by a loss

. I sent 200 LinkedIn messages and got a job: How to nail networking
[17 hours old]: From coffee chats to LinkedIn messages, here's how to network your way to your next job.

. Uncontrolled AI could lead to 'silicon species' rivalling humans, warns Microsoft
[20 hours old]: Mustafa Suleyman says he believes rival AI firm Anthropic is in effect teaching Claude it "may be conscious".


. OpenAI reveals six more safety issues and unveils plan to disclose incidents
[25 hours old]: The firm also announced a new system to track, investigate and disclose cases of models misbehaving, or "misalignment".

. US interest rates raised for first time in three years
[27 hours old]: Rates were hiked in a unanimous decision despite fierce opposition from President Donald Trump, who had called for a cut.

. Snapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC
[28 hours old]: Evan Spiegel says it would be "an important step forward for the industry" in an interview with the BBC.

. EU chief backs plan for Canada to become 'associate member'
[28 hours old]: Trump, who has frequently clashed with Canada's PM, threatens to cut trade with the European Union in response to the proposal.

. Petrol and diesel price rises push UK inflation higher
[38 hours old]: Summer holidays and disruption to global oil supplies by the Middle East conflict stoked price growth.

. OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but should trust AI firms
[42 hours old]: Sam Altman and other tech CEOs say there are incentives to limit advancements in AI, as fears grow over the threats it poses to humanity.

. Henry Zeffman: Andy Burnham and his chancellor have a battle on their hands as the Budget approaches
[37 hours old]: The Budget is only six weeks away and the economy is undoubtedly the biggest challenge facing the prime minister.

. We managed to get jobs after uni - here's how we're keeping them
[43 hours old]: Four recent job starters share their tips on what helped them have a smooth transition and survive their first few days.

. UK in talks about joining global defence bank led by Canada
[52 hours old]: Supporters of the scheme say the bank would enable governments to get cheaper loans to spend on defence projects.

. Complaints to watchdog about water firms soar
[45 hours old]: Many complaints were about affordability, after customers saw steep hikes to bills.

. Burnham rejects 'tax and spend socialist' comments
[38 hours old]: The prime minister insists he is prepared to take "difficult decisions" at next month's Budget.

. A backlash over data centres is another threat to the AI juggernaut
[52 hours old]: The global AI race is being hit by very localised political and environmental concerns

. How rising bond yields impact American consumers
[48 hours old]: The BBC’s Samira Hussain explains why some could see increased interest rates for mortgages and business loans.

. Do you feel guilty when calling in sick at work? This might be why...
[52 hours old]: As many as half of people report working when sick. The reasons for this are complex, experts say.

. Third Heathrow runway should only go ahead if airlines pay for cleaner flying, say advisers
[52 hours old]: The government's climate advisers say Heathrow's third runway cannot be approved under current climate policies.

. AI app ads promoting 'objectification of women' banned by watchdog
[53 hours old]: The ad regulator said it had "zero-tolerance" for ads promoting AI tools that could sexualise or objectify women.

. US borrowing costs hit highest level since 2007
[56 hours old]: The effective interest rate on US government bonds over 10 years, known as the 10-year Treasury yield, has risen as high as 5.04% but has eased back since.

. Would you buy branded clothing from your favourite tech firm?
[29 hours old]: Nvidia, OpenAI and Anthropic are all now selling their own limited edition fashion lines.

. Can Europe recharge its battery industry?
[173 hours old]: Europe has some promising battery tech, but can it make up ground lost to Chinese battery giants?

. I asked my husband to pay into my pension when we had a child - here's why
[173 hours old]: Molly and Taylor Haylett explain the changes to how they managed their finances when they started a family.

. Why some experts increasingly fear AI will take over
[197 hours old]: AI agents went on an uncontrolled hacking spree, leaving some in the industry worried

. Should promotion depend on how workers use AI?
[221 hours old]: More companies are tying career progression to AI use: is that fair?

. 'Tirana teeth': Albania hopes to be the new Turkey for dental work
[235 hours old]: The Balkan nation is aiming to become a new centre for medical tourism.

. From 'dog fruit' to darling: India's avocado boom
[335 hours old]: Demand for avocados is booming in India and local growers hope to grab more of the market.

. Prosecco, cakes and beauty products - how to get birthday freebies and why there's a catch
[333 hours old]: Cake, coffee, make-up and burgers are just some of the free things you can get on your birthday.

. Why wait? Business grads buying firms to install themselves as CEO
[365 hours old]: Impatient to be the boss of an established company they are borrowing money to fund their purchases.

. 'My parents won't lend me £10k but helped my brother': When families play financial favourites
[437 hours old]: So-called financial favouritism can cause jealousy and resentment long into adulthood. Here is how experts say you can avoid it

. What's happening to UK interest rates and what does it mean for mortgages?
[16 hours old]: The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

. Shop closures among concerns in ancient capital
[18 hours old]: Declining trade, parking and the cost of living are among concerns in Arbory, Castletown and Malew.

. Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters
[1372 hours old]: Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay?

. Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension
[1901 hours old]: Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older

. The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
[2381 hours old]: The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.

. How the High Street became a window on our political instability
[2453 hours old]: High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?

. Why Trump's hand-picked Fed chair defied him by raising interest rates
[27 hours old]: The 0.25% increase comes despite fierce opposition from the US president, who has called for rates to be cut.

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. Watch: How will higher interest rates impact US consumers?
[30 hours old]: The BBC's Samira Hussain looks at the factors considered in the increase by the Federal Reserve and what it could mean for the US economy.

. Inside Singapore's 'Fort Knox' for city's bn dirty money auction
[30 hours old]: The BBC goes inside a fortified storage facility to view luxury goods seized by police that are now up for auction.

. What's driving UK 'shoplifting crisis'?
[39 hours old]: The number of shoplifting offences recorded in England and Wales in 2025-26 is still above pre-pandemic levels.