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Surging fuel prices push UK inflation rate to 3.5% ahead of Budget
Inflation accelerated to 3.5% from 3.1% in the year to September, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
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Vinted blocks French looters listing stolen goods for sale
The platform said since the weekend it had "taken immediate action to idenitify and remove listings linked to looting".
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Heating oil customers face tough winter
The government plans to regulate heating oil prices after increases.
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A US Army general says he had a change of heart about high-flying balloons after seeing them in action
The US Army is exploring new uses for high-altitude balloons that can carry surveillance and communications equipment far above the…
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UK economy grew 0.1% in August ahead of Healey's first Budget
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said GDP grew in August.
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Bumble bought for $1.3bn in 'bet on the future of humanity'
The dating app which recently ditched its "women-first" chat rule has been bought by an investment firm.
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Why some have no choice but to pay costly oil prices
The rural communities vulnerable to heating oil prices rises as the weather gets colder.
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Trump announces deal for Russian diesel as Zelensky calls it a gift to Putin
Ukraine's president sharply criticised the move, calling it an "investment in war that must be ended, not prolonged".
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Trump wants to reduce the cost of fuel as the midterms loom - will it work?
The price of fuel has soared as the cost of living emerges as a key issue for millions of Americans.
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Boots sold in £7bn deal to Canadian billionaire family
The sale of the High Street chain was announced on Wednesday.
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Five reasons India's stock market is sinking even when its economy is growing
The world's fastest growing major economy has one of the worst performing major equity markets in 2026.
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I left my dream life in London to move back in with my dads at 41. I have no regrets.
When I turned 40, I realized that time with family is perilously finite. Soon after, I moved back home to the US.
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Suppliers pile pressure on government over energy bills
Immediate action is needed to help households struggling with bills this winter, says trade body Energy UK.
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I've been to every region in Italy. These 3 tourist attractions are worth the hype — but there are 2 I'd skip.
As a frequent visitor to Italy, I'm often asked which tourist spots are worth the visit. I recommend the Colosseum, but there are others…
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Three takeaways from Trump's 'Super Intelligence' summit
The president also signed an executive order requiring his government to refer to AI as Super Intelligence.
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Best thing we can offer young people is a job, not benefits, says chancellor
John Healey's speech comes ahead of next month's Budget, as he faces pressure to bring down government borrowing costs.
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The ecstasy of buying our first home was short-lived after we found 150 faults
Getting the keys to a new home felt like a dream come true, until this couple found 150 faults.
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Africa's richest man helps fund $660m fuel pipeline between Ethiopia and Djibouti
The pipeline would strengthen energy security in landlocked Ethiopia, while creating jobs at Djibouti's port.
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They were labelled 'pervert glasses'. Will a camera-free version transform their image?
Meta has unveiled audio-only smart glasses, with some questioning whether it is a response to the backlash over privacy.
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Sir Jim Ratcliffe suspends production at key UK plants blaming high gas prices
Ineos said natural gas in the UK is twelve times more expensive than in the US.
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Nvidia boss rejects AI extinction fears as 'doomsday narratives'
Jensen Huang's comments come after warnings from AI researchers that the technology could lead to human extinction.
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'We simply don't know' - JP Morgan struggling to forecast oil prices due to Trump's war with Iran
The bank said it "assumed" there would be economic red lines, like oil at $100 a barrel, that the US would be unwilling the cross.
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Adtech company The Trade Desk lays of 15% of its staff as part of restructure into 'smaller pods'
The restructure is expected to affect more than 500 roles at the adtech company, which has faced intensifying competition from Amazon.
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The US Navy is testing robotic refueling to push drone boats deeper into high-threat waters without putting sailors at risk
At-sea refueling could keep Navy drone boats on mission longer, extending their reach and reducing disruptive returns to port.