Entries by BBC News

Orbital space race heats up in Arctic north

Europe lags far behind the US and China in orbital space launches, but new facilities are opening up.

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Chocolate kept in anti-theft boxes as shops warn it’s being stolen to order

Retailers and police forces tell the BBC that thieves are targeting chocolate and selling it on.

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Reform vows to overhaul pension schemes for new local government workers

Reform plans to end more generous defined benefit pension schemes for new local government workers if it wins office.

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Trump threatens countries that ‘play games’ with existing trade deals

The threat comes after the Supreme Court ruled on Friday that Trump had exceeded his authority in enacting a sweeping global programme of tariffs.

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No 10 says ‘nothing off the table’ over new US tariffs as UK could be among worst hit

Downing Street says discussions are ongoing following US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 15% global tariffs.

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Company director jailed over £7m airline parts fraud

The judge said the actions were a "more or less complete undermining" of rules designed to ensure passenger flights are safe.

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UK says ‘nothing is off the table’ in response to US tariffs

Downing Street says discussions are ongoing following US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 15% global tariff.

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What to expect from the Spring Statement

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will give an update on her plans for the UK economy when she gives a statement alongside an economic forecast on 3 March.

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Spring Statement 2026: Key points at a glance

Chancellor Rachel Reeves updates MPs on her plans for the economy, as the latest forecasts are unveiled.

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Unlicensed betting firms face sponsorship ban

Gambling firms not licensed in the UK could be banned from sponsoring British sports teams - including Premier League clubs - as part of a government crackdown.

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