BBC Business News
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.
