BBC Business News
Government to give cash payouts to people in financial crisis (Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:02:52 GMT)
The replacement to the Household Support Fund aims to help people facing sudden difficulties.
Lucasfilm boss steps down after leading Star Wars' reboot (Fri, 16 Jan 2026 01:52:39 GMT)
She oversaw the expansion of the franchise, including five feature films and new TV shows.
Leon will focus on stations and airports to revive fortunes, boss says (Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:03:42 GMT)
The fast food chain is closing its stores outside London as part of a restructuring plan.
Serial rail fare evader faces jail over 112 unpaid tickets (Thu, 15 Jan 2026 17:39:32 GMT)
Charles Brohiri pleaded guilty to travelling without buying a ticket a total of 112 times.
US to cut tariffs on Taiwanese goods after investment pledge (Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:50:24 GMT)
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the deal would help boost semiconductor production in the US.
'They are essential': How smoke detectors are evolving (Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:04:26 GMT)
AI trained to recognise fire is among the latest developments in fire alarm tech.
How realistic is India's quest for magnets made of rare earths (Fri, 16 Jan 2026 01:08:55 GMT)
India has a $800m plan to make rare earth magnets, aiming to reduce dependence on Chinese imports - but can it work?
UK economy grew by 0.3% in November, beating forecasts (Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:16:47 GMT)
The economy was boosted by a rebound in car production and from the services sector.
X to stop Grok AI from undressing images of real people after backlash (Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:54:17 GMT)
Grok will no longer allow users to remove clothing from images of real people in jurisdictions where it is illegal.
Ofwat launches investigation into South East Water (Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:38:07 GMT)
Anger is high after thousands of customers in Kent and Sussex have experienced days of water chaos.
'My home was uninhabitable' - residents reveal 'botched' work after energy firm folds (Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:09:05 GMT)
A woman whose home flooded during works carried out by a now-folded company says she is trying to rebuild her life.
Boeing knew of flaw in part linked to UPS plane crash, US safety board report says (Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:49:56 GMT)
An aircraft that crashed in November had a structural flaw that had been identified by Boeing 15 years ago, investigators say.
Labubu toy manufacturer exploited workers, labour group claims (Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:36:45 GMT)
Investigators allege that a factory making Pop Mart products neglected staff safety and welfare.
'We don't need a sticking plaster', say pub owners (Thu, 15 Jan 2026 06:14:03 GMT)
More than 40 hospitality firms have come together to campaign against tax increases.
Reeves doesn't rule out wider business rates support across hospitality (Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:38:35 GMT)
Chancellor says support for pubs is on its way and leaves the door open for further tweaks to business rates changes
Why the Northern Powerhouse Rail plan will really go ahead this time (Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:58:10 GMT)
Faisal Islam says the Labour argues the difference in its plans this time is that the planning has come first.
TGI Fridays closes 16 UK stores, with 456 job losses (Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:57:23 GMT)
The UK restaurant chain's remaining 33 restaurants will stay open after a rescue deal was reached.
California investigates Grok over AI deepfakes (Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:19:22 GMT)
The state attorney general urges xAI to take action over the "shocking" material as Musk denies the allegations.
No 10 welcomes reports X is addressing Grok deepfakes (Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:44:53 GMT)
The use of the AI tool to digitally undress women has sparked a backlash as well as intervention from the government and regulator.
Reeves vows rail plan will go ahead, despite cynicism (Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:05:25 GMT)
The scheme will be delivered in phases, starting with upgrades to lines between Leeds, York, Bradford and Sheffield.
China announces record $1tn trade surplus despite Trump tariffs (Wed, 14 Jan 2026 07:30:30 GMT)
Beijing reported the largest-ever trade surplus at $1.19tn as China diversified its trade.
Honey, I shrunk the data centres: Is small the new big? (Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:07:50 GMT)
Huge data centres are being built to handle AI computing but some experts say they aren't necessary.
Why are more bosses sharing the top job? (Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:01:51 GMT)
More bosses are sharing the top job giving them more time for family and breaks.
Why luxury carmakers are now building glitzy skyscrapers (Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:02:08 GMT)
Bugatti is the latest auto firm to construct an opulent apartment building for the super rich.
'I had no electricity for six months': US families struggle with soaring energy prices (Sun, 11 Jan 2026 01:58:29 GMT)
Rising electricity costs have emerged as a key cost-of-living concern, pushing families further into debt.
Excel: The software that's hard to quit (Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:07:59 GMT)
Companies are trying to wean staff off Excel spreadsheets to centralise control of their data.
How tariff disruption will continue reshaping the global economy in 2026 (Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:40 GMT)
Trump's import levies are still changing the patterns of international trade.
How the new road safety measures could affect you (Wed, 07 Jan 2026 15:37:07 GMT)
The government is proposing lowering alcohol limits for drivers and regular eye tests for older motorists.
How the defence sector is battling a skills crisis (Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:53:13 GMT)
Attracting younger workers into the defence industry can be challenging.
Swedish workers trial 'friendship hour' to combat loneliness (Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:04:25 GMT)
The pilot project is even giving staff free money to help pay to do activities with their friends.
