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Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:06:39 GMT
In an interview with the BBC, Dame Emma Walmsley says she will not "shy away" from GSK's US expansion.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:01:38 GMT
Targeted support will allow banks and financial firms to make suggestions on how to handle savings.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 01:10:45 GMT
The special visas will be awarded to those who can show they can make a "substantial benefit" to the US.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 03:52:00 GMT
The cloud computing giant's revenue miss renews questions about its financial health.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 19:34:29 GMT
The "healthier" fast food chain confirmed there would be job losses, as it appointed administrators.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:22:58 GMT
Shops, restaurants and even the local council in Lugano now accept the cryptocurrency.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 21:11:44 GMT
The US central bank lowered interest rates for the third time this year, but the outlook for further cuts remains murky.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:20:34 GMT
Survivors of a deadly typhoon in the Philippines have filed a claim against the UK's largest oil company.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 18:18:44 GMT
Nestle has used more vegetable oil in it recipes, meaning the treats no longer qualify as chocolate under UK law
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:24:23 GMT
The chancellor tells MPs many of the stories leaked to the media were inaccurate and "very damaging".
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:50:47 GMT
Bank of England deputy governor Clare Lombardelli said inflation would be brought down by measures cutting energy prices and freezing rail fares.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:17:56 GMT
The president says he is focused on "making America affordable again", as cost of living becomes a campaign issue.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:04:38 GMT
The survey found people in the UK spent on average four hours and 30 minutes online every day in 2025
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:29:21 GMT
The price of the precious metal has topped $60 an ounce for the first time ever.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:48:32 GMT
The response to the pandemic led to "enormous outlays of public money which exposed it to the risk of fraud and error", a report says.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:43:52 GMT
A legal challenge over plans for a second runway at Gatwick Airport will be heard over four days.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:18:18 GMT
One hundred MPs voted for and 100 against the Liberal Democrats' bill, which would require the UK to begin talks with the EU for a new customs union.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:15:30 GMT
Starbucks workers and union allies in 10 countries are set to demonstrate on Wednesday in support of striking US employees.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 22:53:24 GMT
It is believed the contamination may have happened due to an "anomaly on the bottle line", according to the recall notice.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:26:27 GMT
An executive order freezing all wind energy projects - both on land and sea - has been struck down by a US judge.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:34:53 GMT
It is a significant turnaround for the tech giant after its first attempt - Google Glass - was pulled in 2015.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 08:19:36 GMT
The new red, white and blue branding mirrors the colours of the Union Flag, and will start to appear from next year.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 08:31:08 GMT
Ben Cohen was speaking about his concerns for the independence of Ben & Jerry's board.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:29:38 GMT
Shopper are increasingly using chatbots for their hard-to-buy-for family and friends, with implications for bargain hunters and businesses.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:28:41 GMT
What to know about the two firms' blockbuster battle to control Warner Bros Discovery.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 02:13:58 GMT
Nvidia had been at the centre of a geopolitical tug-of-war between the US and China in recent months.
Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:49:01 GMT
Elderly people aged 65 and over now make up nearly 30% of Japan's population.
Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:04:53 GMT
The country lags behind when it comes to women in leadership positions.
Sun, 07 Dec 2025 00:14:59 GMT
Here's what you need to know about tax rules if you're selling items online.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:08:55 GMT
Big confectionery makers are rolling out freeze-dried sweets after they become an online sensation.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:12:26 GMT
The Murdochs had a much-reported inheritance battle, but smoother transitions are possible.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 08:37:07 GMT
In the UK and across Europe, cars are becoming longer, wider and heavier.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:18:35 GMT
Firms are ready to make the equipment needed for green hydrogen, but demand has not picked up yet.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:29:54 GMT
Chancellor's next mission to find a respected and credible economist to run the OBR will require careful balance
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:10:14 GMT
Livestock is being culled across the country due to an infectious disease outbreak.
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:02:47 GMT
Argentina hopes that an oil and gas boom can benefit the whole country.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:02:30 GMT
TripZapp founder Rory Okoli wants to make it simple for tourists to book and pay for African travel.
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:06:53 GMT
Protests have taken place over the coaches that take visitors up to the world heritage site in Peru.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:01:09 GMT
Sensitive to the weather and soil cardamom is difficult to cultivate - can tech help?
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 22:24:18 GMT
With drones centre stage in Ukraine, military firms around the globe are ramping up their production.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:48:29 GMT
Advertisers are using AI to personalise adverts but not everyone agrees that's a good idea.
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:03:14 GMT
From fleets of e-bikes to individual riders, eWaka aims to sell across Africa's delivery market.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:13:36 GMT
New treatments promise to make buildings fire-resistant without using older, toxic chemicals.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:10:59 GMT
The highly complex technology is increasingly being tipped to transform computing.
Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:13:20 GMT
Stemaide's goal is to bring tech skills to young Africans and prepare them for future jobs.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:01:38 GMT
Targeted support will allow banks and financial firms to make suggestions on how to handle savings.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:08:33 GMT
The Newport pub opens as a warm space after customers say it's cheaper to be there than heat a home.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:11:47 GMT
Off-grid households say they would love a mains connection, but the price is just too high.
Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:46:31 GMT
Guernsey Dairy's production manager credits the fall to people buying cheaper alternatives
Sun, 07 Dec 2025 07:22:41 GMT
Every day up until Christmas, the Redcar foodbank is asking the community to donate a specific item.

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