Entries by BBC News

Oil price rises above $120 after reports of ‘extended’ Iran blockade

The price of crude oil has swung sharply as uncertainty over the war in the Middle East continues.

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Why has the UAE left Opec – and why does this matter?

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.

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Why has the UAE left Opec – and why does this matter?

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.

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Why has the UAE left Opec – and why does this matter?

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.

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Musk accuses Altman of stealing a charity as courtroom battle begins

The case over OpenAI's history and public commitments could have major implications for the future of AI.

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What do shoppers think about the future of their high street?

Freshney Place is being renovated to include a new food hall and five-screen cinema.

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United Arab Emirates to quit oil cartel Opec

The UAE's decision, after nearly 60 years of membership, is seen as a potential death knell for the oil cartel.

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Advert for £49 serum banned over ‘five years younger’ claim

Eucerin asked 160 people to use the serum for four weeks then say how much younger they thought they looked.

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Struggling families offered heating oil vouchers

People can apply for a £150 grant if they are running out of heating oil, a council says.

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A fresh financial crisis may be coming – it won’t play out like the last one

Several warning lights are flashing that have some wondering whether we are in the foothills of another financial crisis.

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