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Faisal Islam: Trump’s Greenland threats to allies are without parallel

The US president's latest threats will baffle the leaders of allied nations, writes the BBC's economics editor.

British Gas took 15 months to refund me £1,500. It’s absurd

Beth Kojder said it was frustrating it took so long to get her money back, given the ombudsman had ruled in her favour nearly a year ago.

British Gas took 15 months to refund me £1,500. It’s absurd

Beth Kojder said it was frustrating it took so long to get her money back, given the ombudsman had ruled in her favour nearly a year ago.

The one measure that can tell us a lot about the state of the UK economy

Consumer confidence levels are rebounding for some in the UK, but older generations look to be immune, writes Faisal Islam.

The one measure that can tell us a lot about the state of the UK economy

Consumer confidence levels are rebounding for some in the UK, but older generations look to be immune, writes Faisal Islam.

Cafe offers free breakfasts for vulnerable people

Hummingbird Cafe wants to support people who may not be able to afford a hot meal.

Trump’s proposed credit card cap spotlights Americans’ debt. Would it help?

President Trump's proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10% - an idea with bipartisan support - received swift backlash from bank executives.

Trump’s proposed credit card cap spotlights Americans’ debt. Would it help?

President Trump's proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10% - an idea with bipartisan support - received swift backlash from bank executives.

Trump to unveil home buying plan involving retirement funds

The housing proposal will let Americans use their 401(k)s for down payments, a Trump economic adviser said.

ChatGPT to carry adverts for some users

OpenAI is also expanding its cheaper subscription tier, ChatGPT Go, to all countries where it operates.