Entries by BBC News

What’s driving UK ‘shoplifting crisis’?

The number of shoplifting offences recorded in England and Wales in 2025-26 is still above pre-pandemic levels.

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OpenAI boss says world ‘right to be afraid’ but should trust AI firms

Sam Altman and other tech CEOs say there are incentives to limit advancements in AI, as fears grow over the threats it poses to humanity.

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Petrol and diesel price rises push UK inflation higher

Summer holidays and disruption to global oil supplies by the Middle East conflict stoked price growth.

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Complaints to watchdog about water firms soar

Many complaints were about affordability, after customers saw steep hikes to bills.

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Petrol and diesel price rises push UK inflation higher

Summer holidays and disruption to global oil supplies by the Middle East conflict stoked price growth.

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Shoplifters carrying shopping lists, says M&S manager

The Marks and Spencer area manager for Shropshire says shoplifting is a "really large issue".

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Traffic, tourism and economy among election concerns

Residents and business owners in Onchan discuss key concerns ahead of the House of Keys election.

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How rising bond yields impact American consumers

The BBC’s Samira Hussain explains why some could see increased interest rates for mortgages and business loans.

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How rising bond yields impact American consumers

The BBC’s Samira Hussain explains why some could see increased interest rates for mortgages and business loans.

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How rising bond yields impact American consumers

The BBC’s Samira Hussain explains why some could see increased interest rates for mortgages and business loans.

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