Tariffs move from campaign slogan to economic force Tariffs have once again become a defining feature of global economic debate. Since returning to office, Donald Trump...
Serious allegations raise concerns over staff safety A coalition of trade unions has accused McDonald’s of repeatedly failing to protect workers from sexual harassment across its...
A machine that defies expectations Suspended quietly inside a highly secured facility in Santa Barbara, the world’s most powerful computer does not resemble rows of blinking...
A partial reversal after mounting pressure The government is preparing to soften a planned rise in business rates for pubs across England, signalling a partial climbdown...
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has sharply criticised Nigel Farage for opposing the removal of the two child benefit cap, accusing him of promoting policies that would keep...
The UK’s competition regulator has opened a full investigation into plans by the owner of Kingsmill to take over rival bread brand Hovis, raising the prospect...
Teachers at two primary schools in Greater Manchester have begun a nine day strike, saying they have been pushed to industrial action by what they describe...
British consumer sentiment remains mixed, with a clear divide between households that still have money to spend and those under continued financial strain, according to the...
England batter Harry Brook has issued a public apology after being involved in an altercation with a nightclub bouncer, acknowledging that his behaviour fell short of...
The UK’s largest bakery chain Greggs has reported softer trading as subdued consumer confidence continues to weigh on discretionary spending, underlining the pressures facing high street...
