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US Congress inches closer to averting a shutdown

The House backs a $467.5bn spending bill, the first step in averting a partial government shutdown.

Ex-Google engineer charged with stealing AI secrets

Linwei Ding is also accused of secretly working for Chinese competitors.

‘My AI twin may get me more modelling work’

As the fashion industry grapples with the rise of AI, one model has created an AI twin of herself.

Doritos cuts ties with trans influencer over posts

Samantha Hudson had made references to violence and paedophilia that prompted calls for a boycott.

Dharshini David: An election giveaway but taxes will still rise

My main takeaway from Wednesday's Budget is that many are still going to see their tax bills rise.

Households worse off despite tax cuts – think tank

The chancellor's tax cuts won't make up for earlier tax rises and inflation eating into incomes.

Dharshini David: An election giveaway but taxes will still rise

My main takeaway from Wednesday's Budget is that many are still going to see their tax bills rise.

Parents on up to £80,000 eligible for child benefit

The benefit will not be taken away entirely until an individual earns £80,000, under changes in the Budget.

Oil and gas profits windfall tax extended until 2029

The decision puts the chancellor at odds with the Scottish Conservative leader who lobbied against the move.

What is National Insurance and how much do I pay?

Two National Insurance cuts came info effect in 2024, but many people are still paying more in tax.