Entries by BBC News

Hiring woes and ‘super high’ prices: Voters say Trump’s progress on the US economy is mixed

We asked six Americans what they make of the US economy one year after President Trump returned to the White House.

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Water companies to face regular MOT-style checks in industry shake-up

The government says the industry will have "nowhere to hide", but campaigners say the reforms do not go far enough.

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UK consulting on bringing in social media ban for under 16s

The government said it expected schools to be "phone-free by default" as a result of the announcement.

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Environment Secretary: South East Water boss ‘should not get bonus’

Emma Reynolds said South East Water was the poorest performer of all water companies

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Gold and silver prices hit high after tariff threat

Donald Trump's plan to impose import taxes over Greenland pushed investors toward precious metals.

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How could Europe respond to Trump’s Greenland tariffs?

Europe is weighing up how to counter the US president's move against some of America's closest allies.

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How could Europe respond to Trump’s Greenland tariffs?

Europe is weighing up how to counter the US president's move against some of America's closest allies.

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Are we getting more savvy about our credit scores?

With lenders using credit scores to decide everything from phone contracts to car finance, experts say understanding how it works could make a meaningful difference.

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Are we getting more savvy about our credit scores?

With lenders using credit scores to decide everything from phone contracts to car finance, experts say understanding how it works could make a meaningful difference.

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Gold and silver prices hit high after tariff threat

Donald Trump's plan to impose import taxes over Greenland pushed investors toward precious metals.

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