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Instagram and YouTube owners built 'addiction machines', trial hears

The tech giants are under scrutiny over social media addiction in a landmark jury trial in Los Angeles

US to exempt some Bangladeshi clothes from tariffs

The White House agreed to carve out exemptions for US-produced cotton from Bangladesh.

Japan has given Takaichi a landslide win - but can she bring back the economy?

Japan has been battling sluggish growth, mounting public debt and a rapidly ageing workforce.

Target slashes 500 jobs as retailer seeks to invest in its stores

Executives said the reductions were part of a restructuring meant to help fix stagnant sales.

Businesses face extinction unless they protect nature, major report warns

Experts call for urgent action by businesses to restore the natural systems that keep them running.

Why food fraud persists, even with improving tech

Even with sophisticated technology it is still difficult to detect fake foods.

Make-up brand Barry M bought by rival Warpaint

The cosmetics and nail varnish line was one of the last family-owned make-up firms in the UK.

The tech firms embracing a 72-hour working week

In the race for AI, tech firms are asking for their staff to work long hours. But there are risks, experts say.

Plane makers chase Asia's super-rich with luxe new private jets

Parts of the aviation industry are shifting towards wealthy customers and selling a more luxurious type of international travel.

Voluntary student loan repayments rise in England

Campaigners have criticised the terms of loans that were issued in England and still exist in Wales.

Japanese stocks surge as Takaichi secures historic election victory

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party secured 316 out of 465 seats in Sunday's election.

Most smart motorways not value for money, say reports

National Highways found only three out of 16 schemes are on track to deliver the financial benefits expected.

Apprenticeship clearing system to be introduced

The prime minister said "outdated assumptions about how to make it into a successful career" have held young people back.

Google staff call for firm to cut ties with ICE

More than 900 Google employees signed a letter opposing company links to federal immigration actions.

Uber ordered to pay $8.5m over claim driver raped passenger

The verdict is expected to influence the outcome of thousands of other cases against the ride hailing firm.

YouTube's $60bn revenue revealed amid paid subscriber push

YouTube's total revenue last year surpassed that of rival streamer Netflix as it seeks to dominate TVs.

How £50m 'fish disco' could save farmland

Innovative tech scares fish away from nuclear cooling pipes.

The shadowy world of abandoned oil tankers

A growing number of tankers and other commercial vessels are being ditched by their owners.

How Britain became a fried chicken nation

An internet craze for American-style chicken has come to the UK, but what does it mean for traditional chippies?

Can robots ever be graceful?

Firms are working to make the motors that drive robots more efficient and cheaper.

Bank hints at rate cuts, but don't expect Covid-era mortgage deals

The Bank of England may have suggested more rate cuts are on the way, but they are unlikely to go much lower.

Silence and inaction - how audio helped prove captain guilty of North Sea tanker crash

The top detective investigating the tanker collision says there were early signs of gross negligence from Vladimir Motin

The Chinese planemaker taking on Boeing and Airbus

Comac's passenger jet is attracting customers in South East Asia where demand for affordable aircraft is growing.

The yachting industry searches for alternatives to teak

Prized for its beauty, teak is in short supply, forcing the yacht industry to look for alternatives.

Asda has lost its mojo and has a big fight to get it back

The industry data suggests that despite Asda embarking on a turnaround, it has been losing ground to rivals.

Donation appeal as vulnerable face food bank delay

A mental health support team set up a pantry in Wolverhampton to help those living in food poverty.

City volunteers seek drivers for meal deliveries

Friends of Di's Kitchen provides hundreds of meals each week in Wolverhampton.

UK interest rates held at 3.75% but Bank says future cuts likely

The Bank of England has kept borrowing costs unchanged but opened the door to cuts later this year.

Are UK interest rates expected to fall soon?

The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse

There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?

Why the railways often seem to be in such chaos over Christmas

Parts of Britain’s rail network will close for engineering work over the festive period - but is that the right time to do it?

Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour?

Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.

Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful?

Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"

The curious case of why Poundland is struggling during a cost-of-living crisis

Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?

Kids can be the harshest critics…

The candidates test their story on a group of kids.

Bank of England chief 'shocked' at Mandelson emails

The Bank governor criticised emails between Peter Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein during the financial crisis.

Watch: 20-tonne reservoir wall installed in three-day project

The steel structure was lowered into place at the new reservoir in a 72-hour continuous operation.

Gary Neville returns to the Den

Gary Neville re-joins the dragons as they put another set of business hopefuls to the test.

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