Entries by BBC News

Serious water pollution incidents up 60% in England, Environment Agency says

Last year had the highest number of pollution events by water companies ever recorded.

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Defence firms ‘confident’ hundreds more jobs will come

The UK government is increasing spending on defence, but companies who supply military kit have yet to see any new contracts.

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Defence firms ‘confident’ hundreds more jobs will come

The UK government is increasing spending on defence, but companies who supply military kit have yet to see any new contracts.

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Police officers take second jobs to pay the bills

Latest figures show that in May 126 Sussex Police officers were registered as having a second job.

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Netflix uses AI effects for first time to cut costs

The streaming firm says AI allowed The Eternauts to complete a sequence faster and cheaper.

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Buy now, pay later affordability checks to come into force

Long-promised regulation of the sector will come into force next July, but lenders will have some flexibility.

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Buy now, pay later affordability checks to come into force

Long-promised regulation of the sector will come into force next July, but lenders will have some flexibility.

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US passes first major national crypto legislation

It marks a milestone for the once fringe industry, as it expands its power in Washington.

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US passes first major national crypto legislation

It marks a milestone for the once fringe industry, as it expands its power in Washington.

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Spud-tacular: How India became a french fry superpower

India's position as a leading exporter of french fries has spurred innovation on potato farms.

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