Entries by BBC News

Why Beijing is not backing down on tariffs

Amid a trade war with the US, our China correspondent explains why Beijing doesn't need to change tactics.

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Bus users bemoan company’s fare increases

Increases to operating costs are behind the changes to fares, the company says.

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UK economy grew more than expected in February

Analysts warn the unexpected growth could prove short-lived due to the threat of US tariffs and business tax rises.

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Woman creates community pantry at front of house

Sarah Dolan says she has had an amazing response after setting up the cabinet outside her home.

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Oldest Post Office scandal victim rejects higher payout as ‘still not good enough’

Betty Brown's offer was increased from 30% to 60%, but still below what she claimed when her life was "destroyed" by scandal.

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Luxury watch firm to close showrooms and cut jobs

There are almost 80 roles at risk of redundancy at the company, which is based in Leicestershire.

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UK economy grew more than expected in February

The economy grew by 0.5% in February, thanks to a strong month for the services sector.

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Tensions rise at one of the UK’s biggest van-dwelling sites

Leaders are trying to find a solution for one of the UK's biggest van-dwelling communities.

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GP’s fears for patients over benefits changes

People are "terrified" about the impact of changes to the system, Sheffield GP Maria Read warns.

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Do we need cocoa-free chocolate and is it nice?

Cocoa prices are soaring so new chocolate firms are looking at an alternative ingredient.

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