FTSE 100 Breaks 10,000 on Geopolitical Tensions
The FTSE 100 closed above 10,000 for the first time, driven by soaring defence stocks and gold prices after US action in Venezuela. Follow live market updates.
The FTSE 100 closed above 10,000 for the first time, driven by soaring defence stocks and gold prices after US action in Venezuela. Follow live market updates.
Novo Nordisk launches the first GLP-1 weight-loss pill in the US, priced significantly lower than injectable versions, intensifying competition with Eli Lilly.
HSBC slashes mortgage rates, igniting a potential price war among UK lenders. Good news for 1.8 million homeowners refinancing in 2026. Read the full analysis.
Douglas Baldwin, a 100-year-old WW2 veteran captured in Normandy and held as a POW, has died in Luton. A 'family man' remembered for his warmth and spirit.
Precious metals surge to new peaks as 2025 rally continues. Oil prices rise on Middle East tensions. Get the latest on global markets and the Trump-Zelenskyy meeting.
The Mariupol Drama Theatre, destroyed in a 2022 airstrike, reopens under Russian control. Critics call it 'dancing on bones' as a Russian fairytale replaces its Ukrainian past. Explore the story of loss, Russification, and confiscated homes.
Gold, silver, and platinum prices surge to unprecedented levels in a pre-Christmas 'Santa Rally', while BP announces a major stake sale in Castrol India. Get the latest market insights.
Peter Arnett, the fearless journalist who won a Pulitzer for his Vietnam coverage and reported live from Baghdad during the Gulf War, has died at 91. Discover his remarkable career.
UK inflation fell more than expected to 3.2% in November, driven by a supermarket price war. The data locks in an anticipated Bank of England interest rate cut. Read the full analysis.
UK inflation fell more than expected to 3.2% in November, driven by a supermarket price war. The data strengthens the case for a Bank of England interest rate cut. Read the latest analysis.
New analysis reveals the East Midlands is set for 94% house price growth, surpassing London. Discover the top investment spots like Nottingham and Derby.
Aldi named cheapest supermarket for festive groceries in Choice survey, with a £26 gap to rivals. New laws threaten £10m fines for price gouging from July.
A 1918 German U-boat attack on survivors of a Canadian hospital ship set a crucial legal precedent. Discover the landmark case still cited in modern war crimes law.
Analysis: Russia's economy is faltering as the war in Ukraine drains resources. With inflation soaring and energy income plummeting, could internal tensions lead to Putin's downfall?
Pauline McLynn's Maggie marks a major milestone in Coronation Street, but dark flashbacks reveal a deadly secret she's keeping from her family. Discover the spoilers.
Katie Price reveals she sends yearly invitations to ex Dwight Yorke to see their son, Harvey, but claims the footballer always declines. The 23-year-old lives with complex health needs.
Tesla launches a cheaper Model 3 in Europe to counter plunging sales, driven by Musk's political controversies and fierce Chinese competition. Will it revive demand?
UK house prices reached a new record high in November, but annual growth slowed to its weakest rate since March 2024. Experts cite budget uncertainty and affordability hurdles.
Halifax reports UK house prices were flat in November, while BDO data shows weak in-store sales growth. Affordability for first-time buyers hits strongest level since 2015. Read the full analysis.
UK drivers face stubbornly high petrol and diesel costs despite a drop in oil prices. We examine the clash between retailers, regulators, and campaigners over alleged profiteering and complex supply chains.
Creative Assembly announces Total War: Medieval 3 and teases a second major project, fuelling speculation about a rumoured Star Wars strategy game. Get the full details on the 25th anniversary reveals.
Katie Price has vehemently denied claims made by journalist Miranda Sawyer that she bullied her during an interview, labelling the broadcaster a 'liar' on her own podcast. Get the full story on this celebrity clash.
A severe PC memory chip shortage, driven by AI industry demand, risks pushing up prices for PlayStation and Xbox consoles and could delay next-gen launches. Read the full analysis.
Ofgem announces a £28bn energy infrastructure investment, adding £108 to average household bills by 2031. Get the full breakdown of costs and government support.
Vladimir Putin's secret daughter, Luiza Rozova, expressed regret for her father's war when confronted by a Ukrainian journalist in Paris. Read the full story of the emotional encounter.
UK shoppers are switching to pork mince as beef prices surge 27%. Waitrose sales jump 16% as home cooks adapt recipes like bolognese. Discover the cost-saving food trends.
Early Black Friday discounts helped slow UK shop price rises to 0.6% in November, below the three-month average. Read the full analysis from the British Retail Consortium.
JD Wetherspoon chairman Tim Martin has promised a breakfast price rise of no more than 20p next year, despite soaring sector costs. Discover the full impact of the Autumn Budget on UK hospitality.
Channel 4 airs the brutal drama 'Say Nothing', starring Maxine Peake as IRA volunteer Dolours Price. Based on Patrick Radden Keefe's award-winning book, it explores the Troubles and the abduction of Jean McConville. Don't miss it at 9pm.
Millions of electric vehicle owners will pay extra £49 monthly from January as Ofgem raises energy price cap. Learn how to reduce charging costs.