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Petrol thefts surge as Iran war pushes up fuel costs (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:04:23 GMT)
One petrol retailer says he is experiencing about five drive-offs a week at each forecourt, costing him thousands.

Government to propose electricity price changes in clean power push (Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:51:30 GMT)
The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.

Apple names new chief executive to replace Tim Cook (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:55:39 GMT)
John Ternus will take over running the technology giant as Cook steps up to become executive chairman.

The 20-somethings juggling three jobs to make ends meet (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:08:10 GMT)
While UK unemployment is at a five-year-high, increasing numbers of those in work have more than one job.

The insider trading suspicions looming over Trump's presidency (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:53:22 GMT)
The BBC has found a pattern of spikes in trades ahead of public announcements by the US president.

The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:09:41 GMT)
A stellarator is difficult to build, but could it be the best way to make fusion energy work?

Trump tariff refunds begin but consumers likely to miss out (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:25:17 GMT)
Businesses can apply online through a portal for refunds expected to total $160bn.

Blue Origin rocket grounded after satellite 'mishap' (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:56:11 GMT)
The firm founded by Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos is investigating the failed launch.

Another flight leaves passengers behind due to border delays (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:04:47 GMT)
New European border rules have caused delays at airports across the continent, affecting flights.

Oil prices rise after Trump says Iranian ship seized (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:33:01 GMT)
Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February.

How the Iran war affects your money and bills (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:45:42 GMT)
The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

What's happening to UK petrol and diesel prices? (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:00:51 GMT)
UK petrol and diesel prices have started to fall after 46 consecutive days of rises at the pump.

'Croatia, but cheaper': The quirky holiday spots on trend for 2026 (Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:08:45 GMT)
Montenegro and Albania are among the places rising in popularity for Britons seeking a holiday away from tourist traps.

Aer Lingus cancels some flights from summer schedule (Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:08:56 GMT)
The airline said the "vast majority of customers" are being accommodated on same-day services.

Faisal Islam: What people in power think the impact of the Iran war will be (Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:15 GMT)
Faisal Islam talks to some of the world's most powerful people about the conflict and the economy.

Mortgage rates show signs of falling after Iran war peak (Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:33:10 GMT)
Major lenders make rate reductions as markets take some heart from a possible truce in the Iran war.

Finance ministers and bankers raise serious concerns about Mythos AI model (Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:22:46 GMT)
Experts say Mythos potentially has an unprecedented ability to identify and exploit cyber-security weaknesses.

Tinder and Zoom offer 'proof of humanity' eye-scans to combat AI (Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:05:43 GMT)
The tech aims to identify people's irises and stop the rise of fake accounts and malicious scams.

Rising value of Pokémon cards sparks smash and grab crime spree (Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:01:59 GMT)
Small shops across the UK are being targeted by thieves stealing collectibles worth thousands of pounds.

UK petrol and diesel prices fall after weeks of rises (Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:42:41 GMT)
Drivers have seen weeks of increases as the US-Israeli war with Iran pushed up wholesale oil prices.

AI minister Kendall says she doesn't use AI at work (Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:08:16 GMT)
The Science, Innovation and Technology Secretary this week unveiled a £500m fund to boost British AI firms.

What is Claude Mythos and what risks does it pose? (Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:41:01 GMT)
The company's claim the AI tool can outperform humans at some hacking and cyber-security tasks has sparked fears in the financial world.

Chinese carmaker patents voice-controlled 'in-vehicle toilet' (Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:35:57 GMT)
Seres' plans show how stiff competition in the EV space is putting pressure on carmakers to innovate.

Nearly 160,000 uninsured cars seized on UK roads (Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:01:16 GMT)
Seizure numbers hit a 17-year high as an estimated 300,000 uninsured vehicles are driven each day.

Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings to step down as chairman (Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:59:56 GMT)
Hastings set up the company in 1997, when it rented DVDs to customers and delivered by post.

No issues with UK fuel supply, says Reeves (Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:05:32 GMT)
The chancellor was speaking at the end of the International Monetary Fund meeting in Washington.

Europe has 'maybe six weeks of jet fuel left', energy boss warns (Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:19:07 GMT)
Flights could soon be cancelled if supplies from the Gulf remain blocked, says the International Energy Agency.

Why your recycled clothes could end up in this South American desert (Sun, 19 Apr 2026 23:02:11 GMT)
Old garments from around the world are being discarded in the South American country.

Could a digital twin make you into a 'superworker'? (Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:04:15 GMT)
Firms say digital twins make staff more productive, but are they a potential legal minefield?

Back to books - Sweden's schools cutting back on digital learning (Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:06:43 GMT)
Swedish classrooms swap laptops for books, pens and paper, raising concerns from the tech sector.

BBC Entertainment & Arts News

US singer D4vd pleads not guilty to murder in death of missing teen girl (Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:05:41 GMT)
Prosecutors say the singer, real name David Anthony Burke, could face life in prison due to the nature of the case, if convicted.

Days of Our Lives and Starship Troopers actor Patrick Muldoon dies aged 57 (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:51:43 GMT)
The actor and producer also appeared in Melrose Place and Saved By the Bell.

Amy Winehouse's dad loses court case over auction (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:27:19 GMT)
Mitch Winehouse accused two friends of profiting from items sold at auctions in the United States.

Peter Kay to play four shows for hometown fans only (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:36:24 GMT)
Kay is restricting the charity shows to people with a Bolton postmark

Zoologist and author Desmond Morris dies aged 98 (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:12:27 GMT)
Morris, who was also a surrealist painter and broadcaster, was best known for his 1967 book The Naked Ape.

Rebel Wilson's claims against actress are 'malicious concoctions', Australian court hears (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:19:50 GMT)
Wilson has been accused of defaming the star of her film The Deb over an incident involving a bath in Bondi.

Singer appeals after car with medical equipment is stolen (Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:22:35 GMT)
Jesy Nelson offers a £10,000 reward for the recovery of her car, which had medical equipment inside.

Madonna joins Sabrina Carpenter to surprise Coachella (Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:32:54 GMT)
The Queen of Pop makes a guest appearance during the Espresso singer's headline set.

'It terrified me': Richard Gadd on his follow-up to Baby Reindeer (Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:31:07 GMT)
Gadd's new six-part drama explores the breakdown of the "unshakable" bond between two Glaswegian men.

Alec Baldwin to face civil trial over Rust film set shooting (Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:08:23 GMT)
The criminal case against the actor was dismissed in 2024.

Museum of the year finalists revealed by Art Fund (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:15:10 GMT)
The museums in the running for the annual title and its £120,000 prize are announced.

Former Radio 1 DJ and Live Aid presenter Andy Kershaw dies aged 66 (Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:08:18 GMT)
The broadcaster was known for his eclectic taste and for helping champion world music on BBC Radio 1.

Clair Obscur takes top Bafta Games Award but misses out on clean sweep (Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:37:04 GMT)
The French role-playing game is crowned at another ceremony - but takes just a handful of awards home.

'The weapons were loud, but there was always music': Sudanese band play on through the war (Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:09:49 GMT)
One of Sudan's most popular bands, Aswat Almadina, recall being in the studio when the war broke out three years ago.

U2 among mourners at funeral of 'first lady of Celtic music' Moya Brennan (Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:52:32 GMT)
The singer came to prominence when she began performing with her family in the group Clannad, which formed in 1970.

Twenty goals and a burning yellow card - the best bits from Sidemen charity match (Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:57:56 GMT)
A sold-out Wembley Stadium watched the Sidemen FC charity match, which raised £6.2 million.

Coachella campers are turning tents fancy - and not all Brits are happy (Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:05:09 GMT)
Campers are being judged for over-the-top tent set ups at this year's festival in California.

Avengers reassemble and Top Gun flies back - Hollywood studios preview their new movies (Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:30:34 GMT)
Some of the most hotly anticipated new films of the next couple of years are previewed at CinemaCon.

Christine Baranski says West End debut is a 'dream come true' (Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:55:31 GMT)
The US actress will star opposite Richard E Grant in a new production of Noel Coward's comedy Hay Fever.

The Pitt star on 'graphic' reality of hit show and rumours Clooney helped him get role (Sun, 19 Apr 2026 06:28:19 GMT)
Gerran Howell is yet to get to the bottom of claims that George Clooney helped him secure his part.

Is the UK finally waking up to the power of video games? (Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:56:11 GMT)
The UK's biggest video games awards cap off a week of big announcements, but will they change anything?

Stormzy's stab vest goes on display in landmark exhibition of black British music (Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:08:12 GMT)
The Banksy-designed vest features alongside artefacts from Shirley Bassey, Sade and Craig David.

Jessie Ware on the 'hyper-surreal' high of her first arena tour (Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:30:17 GMT)
The singer will play three UK arenas later this year, 14 years after her first album came out.

Euphoria is back with more shock and scandal, but mixed reviews (Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:03:12 GMT)
Many critics say the third season of the hit HBO drama doesn't live up to its previous heights.

Rachel Zegler's heroes, Brian Cranston's nap schedule and more moments from the Olivier Awards (Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:13:28 GMT)
The 50th Oliviers at the Royal Albert Hall provided some memorable conversations away from the ceremony.

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