- BBC
US borrowing costs hit highest level since 2007
The effective interest rate on US government bonds over 10 years, known as the 10-year Treasury yield, has risen as high as 5.04% but has eased back since.
- BBC
State pension likely to top £13,000 a year as UK wage growth slows to 3.9%
The rise has reignited the debate about the state pension's long-term affordability and generational fairness.
- BBC
Trump says AI safety fears a 'hoax' as he rejects calls for greater safeguards
The US president's comments come after Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark told the BBC an AI "kill switch" may need to be mandatory.
- BBC
I got paid $5,000 to move to a place I'd never heard of
Relocation schemes offer support for people who want to swap big cities for a cheaper, quieter life.
- BBC
AI 'kill switch' may need to be mandatory, Anthropic co-founder tells BBC
US President Donald Trump dismisses calls to slow the development of AI, saying that claims of it "taking over the World" are a "HOAX".
- Guardian
John Healey in talks with Canada about UK joining new global defence bank
Exclusive: Britain is understood to have been formally invited to become founding member of multilateral lender John Healey is in talks with the Canadian government about joining a new global defence bank intended to hel
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UK retirees with no other income will not pay tax on new £13,000 state pension, No 10 says
Average wages rose by 3.9% in three months to July, signalling pensioners will receive uplift of same percentage in 2027 under triple lock The government has promised retirees they will be excluded from paying tax on the
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Carney says Canada will pursue ‘unique security and economic alliance’ with EU amid US trade spat
Prime minister speaks of strengthening Canada’s economic and political ties to Europe at Canada Investment Summit Mark Carney said Canada will pursue a “unique security and economic alliance” with Europe as he positions
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Could AI really wipe out humanity – six experts spell out the risks
We examine claims and counterclaims about the risks and calls to slow down the pace of AI development There have been some shocking claims in recent days about AI safety: we face a 10% chance of doom; AIs are worse than
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Bristol becomes first British city to ban advertisements for fast fashion
Green-run council also curbing ads for airlines, cruises, fossil fuels and SUVs on its billboards and bus shelters Bristol has become the first British city to impose a ban on the advertising of fast fashion, in new rest
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The state pension is set for a bumper 3.9% boost. It should be great news... but these are the tax rises and budget squeezes on the horizon - and why I fear pensioners will feel poorer: RACHEL RICKARD STRAUS
You would think now would be a moment for retirees to rejoice. The state pension is set for a bumper increase from April - up by an inflation-busting 3.9 per cent, new figures confirmed yesterday.
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The ultimate guide to getting your deposit back: How to make your landlord return every penny you're owed and the exact wording to use in your emails
Property and legal experts tell us exactly what tenants need to know before, during and after their tenancy.
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Asda hails 'important milestone' as sales rise for the first time in more than two years
Britain's third biggest supermarket saw sales increase 0.1 per cent to £4.17 billion in the 12 weeks to 6 September - the first time they have grown since March 2024.
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Best cash Isa rates: Our pick of the five top deals
We pick our five favourite cash Isas for savers. This is essential reading to help you choose a top savings account for your money that can also protect you from tax.
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New AI roadside camera that catches drivers performing dangerous U-turns unveiled
The camera's installation in Cornwall is the latest example of AI being rolled out to catch motorists breaking the law.
- Sky
State pension likely to rise by 3.9% after key data released - but most will be taxed
Your state pension will likely rise by 3.9% next year, according to provisional data published on Tuesday morning by the Office for National Statistics.
- Sky
Shoppers hunting value as grocery price inflation ticks up
Grocery price inflation has ticked up from 2024 lows amid fears rising energy prices and poor harvests will place further upwards pressure on the cost of living this winter.
- Sky
Pubs and shops can now accept digital ID to buy alcohol
Pubs and shops can now accept digital ID as proof of age when selling alcohol.
- Sky
Chemify targets 'hyperscaler' status with £20m state funding package
A University of Glasgow spinout which uses robots and AI to discover new medicines is targeting "hyperscaler" status after landing a state funding package worth tens of millions of pounds.
- Sky
UK banks kick off fundraising in bid to create new payments giant
Britain’s biggest banks will this week embark on a process to raise tens of millions of pounds to fund the development of a new payments infrastructure vehicle that could ultimately evolve into a domestic alternative to