Waitrose and Aldi cut more prices as Britain's food inflation picture improves
Grocery price inflation has fallen to its lowest level for more than a year, causing major supermarkets to slash prices.
Elon Musk's biography reveals why the billionaire decided to buy Twitter
The biography portrays the business magnate as a complex, tortured figure.
Experts predict the Bank of England will raise interest rates a final time from 5.25% to 5.5%
Initial GDP figures for July show a fall of 0.5 per cent, a worse performance than expected by economists, increasing the fears of a "mild recession".
Train services across England grind to a halt as drivers go on strike
Many Aslef union drivers, who work at over a dozen train companies, have walked out and will refuse to work overtime this coming Saturday.
British EV drivers are frustrated with lack of charging spots in the UK
A new study from SMS has shown the willingness of British EV drivers to pay for EV charging bays as a result of the increased difficulty in accessing them.
UK annual inflation drops to 15-month low
Britain's annual inflation rate dropped sharply in July to a 15-month low, official data revealed Wednesday, off the back of lower energy prices and in line with economists' expectations.
Canada media seek probe of Meta's news block
Media on Tuesday asked Canada's competition watchdog to investigate Meta's blocking of news articles on Facebook and Instagram, accusing the tech giant of using its dominance to gobble up online advertising money.
Many heat network customers are in line to receive fairer prices for their energy bills
Plans are being put in motion by the government to provide better consumer protection for heat network customers and reduce their energy bills.
Meta starts blocking news in Canada
Meta on Tuesday started blocking Canadians' access to news on Facebook and Instagram in response to a new law requiring digital giants to pay publishers for such content.
Half of the population will have a mental health disorder at the age of 75
In a study analysing 150,000 people in 29 countries, researchers found that half of the world's population will have a mental health disorder by the age of 75.
UK railways hit by latest staff walkout
Rail workers in Britain held their latest strike over pay and conditions on Saturday, as more than a year of walkouts on the country's train network grinds on.
UN talks seek to fix 'broken' global food system
A three-day United Nations summit opened in Rome on Monday aimed at tackling a "broken" global food system where millions are starving, two billion are overweight or obese and the planet is suffering.
'Strong trade unions' necessary says Starmer to Unite Policy Conference
Speaking at the 2023 Unite Policy Conference, the Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer referred to the importance of the TUC's recent victory at the High Court.
Will innovative finance tackle the sustainable development goals and save the planet?
The world is halfway to the 2030 deadline of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. As challenges abound, a crucial issue needs attention: how to foot the bill.
Government offers pay rises to millions of UK public sector workers
The offer comes amidst a backdrop of widespread strikes across the public sector over the past few months, with the government suggesting pay rises of between six per cent and 6.5 per cent for 2023-24.
UK economy falters as outlook darkens
The UK economy shrank in May on an extra public holiday for the coronation of King Charles III, official data showed Thursday, and as high inflation prolongs a cost-of-living crisis.
UK Government implements pay increases for public sector workers amid strikes
UK government offers pay raises to public sector workers amidst strikes. Junior doctors walk off the job for five days. Concerns were raised about NHS costs and patient care.
UK unemployment climbs as inflation weighs on economy
UK unemployment rose back to four percent in the three months to the end of May, official data showed Tuesday, as the economy struggles with stubbornly-high inflation.
Over 50 train stations across South East England to offer 'Pay As You Go' services by the end of the year
South East England will follow London in having contactless payment systems for its train stations by deploying the Pay As You Go service for its passengers.
Investing in England's worst quality housing could generate over £135 billion
Restructuring England's poor housing could yield £135 billion in societal benefits, according to the Building Research Establishment.
How can the UK become more attractive to international STEM students and graduates?
Ewan Kirk, the Entrepreneur-in-Residence within the Department of Mathematics at the University of Cambridge, has called for new measures to encourage international STEM students and graduates into the UK.
Why are 4.39 million workers in the UK taking the freelancer path?
Digital staffing platform, Coople, has provided insight into what are the risks posed to companies who hire freelance staff and the cons of being a freelancer.
'Drinkflation' a growing concern as high inflation worries UK hospitality sector
Less booze in your drink as soaring costs and reduced consumer spending pose challenges for brewing sectors.
AI part of UK government's plan to secure Britain's place as global tech leader
The government must provide "support and direction" for Britain's technology sector to reach its full economic potential according to techUK.
Initial Heathrow strikes suspended after new pay offer
Planned strike action by security staff at London's Heathrow airport later this month has been called off after unions recommended they accept a pay deal, both sides said on Monday.
Junior doctors to strike again in June after demands after calls for a pay rise are ignored
UK junior doctors plan to strike in June over pay concerns, highlighting the need for government action to address their demands for fair compensation.
The new pandemic? Mental health issues driving the rise in persistent absences from school
Despite the World Health Organisation declaring the pandemic over, its effects are still felt today, with a death toll totalling over 226,000 in Britain alone.
How British supermarkets are coping amid inflation and cost of living crisis
In the face of the challenges facing the retail industry, British supermarkets are determined to stay ahead through the implementation of innovative strategies.
Bank of England lifts interest rate to 15-year high
Global policymakers are battling elevated inflation caused largely by runaway energy bills following last year's invasion of Ukraine by major oil and gas producer Russia.
Security guards at London's Heathrow airport to strike in May
The airport's management insist they have been engaged in talks with Unite for months and had improved a 10 percent pay rise offer with a further £1,150 lump sum this year.