Japan raises interest rate to new 31-year high to curb rising prices
Central banks around the world have hiked rates as high energy prices are pushing up inflation.
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Councils to share £5m in ’emergency food aid’ as living costs rise
The money from the Welsh government will amount to around £200,000 to every council.
Continue ReadingSnapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC
Evan Spiegel says it would be “an important step forward for the industry” in an interview with the BBC.
Continue ReadingWarm words on Canada’s EU ‘associate membership’ but no guarantees
There is no certainty that the idea will ever get off the ground, let alone become a blueprint for other countries, writes Katya Adler.
Continue ReadingThe virtual worlds where robots are trained
Training systems that allow robots to negotiate the real world are getting more sophisticated.
Continue ReadingEarly Bowie music available to stream for first time
Previously unheard material from the start of the artist’s career has been released for the first time.
Continue ReadingWhy we bought our first home with a 100% mortgage – despite the risks
The share of UK mortgages with smaller deposits is the highest it’s been since 2008. The BBC spoke to borrowers about how they manage the risks.
Continue ReadingHealey to ask EU finance ministers to let UK into industry scheme
The chancellor wants the Made in Europe programme to deepen ties with the UK “rather than erecting new barriers”.
Continue ReadingHenry Zeffman: Andy Burnham and his chancellor have a battle on their hands as the Budget approaches
The Budget is only six weeks away and the economy is undoubtedly the biggest challenge facing the prime minister.
Continue ReadingBarclays staff push back at plans to reduce work-from-home days
Unite union, which represents 36,000 Barclays staff, calls for a one-off payment to offset increased travel and childcare costs.
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