Trump's sweeping new tariffs take effect against dozens of countries
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 06:04:42 GMT
The president also hits India with a 50% tariff and threatened a 100% levy on foreign-made semiconductors.
'I live in a peaceful corner of Bristol. But the house next door is empty and full of rats'
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 23:03:11 GMT
The number of vacant properties in England is rising, causing problems for residents and councils.
'Good prospect' of summit with Putin and Zelensky, Trump says
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 22:21:54 GMT
Expectations for a ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv are muted, despite the US president's threat of sweeping sanctions.
Bank of England expected to cut interest rates
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 06:44:10 GMT
Borrowing costs are forecast to fall to 4%, the lowest since early 2023, despite higher inflation.
Clinics will need licences for Botox and fillers in cosmetics crackdown
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 00:02:50 GMT
The government plans to crack down on dodgy cosmetic practitioners in England who exploit people and cause harm.
More teens to get their choice of uni even if they miss their grades, says Ucas
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 23:13:25 GMT
A record number of 18-year-olds will get into their first choice, even if they miss their grades.
Rayner asks China to explain redacted embassy plans
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 01:25:29 GMT
The deputy prime minister has requested a response over the blacked-out plans by 20 August.
The secret system Hamas uses to pay government salaries
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 16:48:57 GMT
Observers are baffled at how Hamas can pay officials as Gaza is isolated and largely reduced to rubble.
New checks on recycling tyres after BBC reveals millions sent to furnaces in India
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 05:04:49 GMT
Campaigners warn the move will not close all the recycling loopholes being exploited by criminals.
Gordon Brown calls for gambling tax to cut child poverty
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 21:40:27 GMT
Anti-poverty campaigners say axing the two-child benefit cap is the "single most effective" step.
