Entries by BBC News

Russia’s economy is down but not out

The country's economy has been surprisingly resilient but there are underlying problems.

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US asks China to stop Iran from closing Strait of Hormuz

Iran's Press TV had earlier reported that parliament had approved a plan to close the Strait.

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How China made electric vehicles mainstream

The world's second largest economy is both the biggest producer and buyer of EVs.

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How China made electric vehicles mainstream

The world's second largest economy is both the biggest producer and buyer of EVs.

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Cheaper energy part of 10-year plan for industry

Plans to cut energy bills by up to 25% for more than 7,000 UK businesses is announced alongside other plans to boost growth.

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FedEx founder and former boss Fred Smith dies aged 80

The Vietnam War veteran started the firm in 1973 with 14 planes before it became a global brand.

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FedEx founder and former boss Fred Smith dies aged 80

The Vietnam War veteran started the firm in 1973 with 14 planes before it became a global brand.

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London funeral costs highest in UK, report finds

The average price in 2024 was £5,449, which is a 5.4% increase on the year before, the report says.

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Working at pantry ‘helps me communicate better’

The social supermarket in North Shields is a lifeline for struggling families, the council says.

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Young people face ‘soul-destroying’ struggle to buy first homes

One would-be buyer says a mortgage broker advised her to ask for a pay rise or find a partner.

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