Lufthansa bans power banks on flights
Lufthansa becomes the first European airline to ban power banks in cabins. New rules start today, affecting 10 airlines in its group. Essential medical devices are exempt.
Lufthansa becomes the first European airline to ban power banks in cabins. New rules start today, affecting 10 airlines in its group. Essential medical devices are exempt.
Estonia leads a European security push, barring entry to Russians who fought in Ukraine. The move, praised by Kyiv, comes amid major Russian missile attacks and strikes on a key drone plant.
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey signs statement of solidarity with Jerome Powell as US Fed faces criminal inquiry. Read the latest on the threat to central bank independence.
Meta deactivated nearly 550,000 accounts for under-16s in the first week of Australia's social media ban. The move is being watched closely as pressure grows for a similar UK ban.
Kemi Badenoch announces Conservative policy to ban social media for children under 16 and smartphones in schools, mirroring Australian laws. Read the full details.
Starling Bank's new 'Last Digit Widget' encourages daily balance checks, potentially saving users £1,600 annually. Learn how a simple habit boosts savings and spots wasteful payments.
A powerful 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck the Shimane Nuclear Power Station in western Japan. Officials report the plant is operating normally with no irregularities detected. Read the latest updates.
The complete list of 2026 UK bank holidays has been confirmed, including a Boxing Day switch. Discover the dates and expert strategies to maximise your annual leave for extended breaks.
Allica Bank offers a business account paying competitive interest and cashback. Firms holding £250k could earn close to £10,000 in 2026. Discover how to make your cash work harder.
A landmark TV and online ban on advertising unhealthy food and drinks is now in effect. The government says it will prevent 20,000 childhood obesity cases. Read the full details.
A major power outage in Berlin leaves tens of thousands without heat or light in sub-zero temperatures. Officials blame left-wing extremists for the arson attack. Read the latest.
It's been 18 years since the infamous 'Last Orders' party on the London Underground before Boris Johnson's alcohol ban. We revisit the chaos, controversy, and lasting impact of the 2008 prohibition.
A suspected arson attack on power cables in Berlin has left 45,500 homes without electricity, with repairs expected to last until Thursday amid freezing conditions. Read the latest updates.
Thieves executed a spectacular bank heist in Germany, drilling into a vault and stealing £30 million in gold and valuables. Discover the details of the raid and the aftermath for thousands of customers.
A gang drilled into a German savings bank vault over Christmas, stealing valuables worth tens of millions from safety deposit boxes. Get the latest on the major heist in Gelsenkirchen.
Plan your last-minute banking. Most UK high street banks will close early on New Year's Eve and remain shut on the New Year's Day bank holiday. Check your branch times here.
The UK government will outlaw boiling lobsters alive, part of a major Labour animal welfare plan including hen cage bans and ending puppy farms. Discover the new humane requirements.
The government unveils a sweeping ban on puppy farming and trail hunting. Critics accuse Labour of ignoring rural Britain, while animal charities welcome the reforms.
Sweeping animal welfare reforms will outlaw puppy farming, snaring and trail hunting. New laws to phase out colony cages and farrowing crates by 2030. Read the full details.
The long-held consensus on central bank independence is fraying as leaders like Trump and Macron exert influence. Explore the risks for inflation and market stability. Read the full analysis.
The European Commission's proposal to weaken its 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars marks a major climate policy reversal. This editorial argues the move is a road to nowhere for Europe's automotive future.
Australia plans to ban social media for under-16s. Our guide explains when it starts, which apps are included, and how it will work. Stay informed on this major policy shift.
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s from next Wednesday. The law, sparked by tragedy, aims to protect mental health but faces fierce opposition. Could the UK follow?
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s next Wednesday, aiming to protect children from addiction and cyberbullying. The landmark law sparks fierce debate.
Lloyds Banking Group CEO Charlie Nunn argues post-crisis deleveraging has hampered the UK economy. The Bank of England has now eased capital rules, citing robust bank strength.
Ghana's Ibrahim Mahama becomes the first African artist to top the ArtReview Power 100 list, marking a significant shift in the global art landscape. Discover his journey and the list's new top 10.
President Donald Trump signs a sweeping executive order to ban immigration from seven Muslim-majority countries. Read the full details and potential consequences.
Activists from Take Back Power dumped manure under The Ritz's Christmas tree in a protest against inequality. They demand a 'House of the People' to tax extreme wealth. Read the full story.
Paragon Banking Group's CEO Nigel Terrington signals acquisition plans following a key regulatory reform. The lender's results show profit growth but rising provisions for motor finance and development loans.
President Trump's xenophobic cabinet rant and a sweeping halt to immigration from 19 nations, including Somalia, marks a severe escalation in US policy. Follow the latest developments and impacts.