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McDonald’s to buy back Israeli stores after boycott

The deal follows protests against the firm after franchisee Alonyal gave free food to Israeli soldiers.

UK house prices fall for first time in six months

Prices fell in March with higher mortgage rates affecting affordability, the Halifax says

UK house prices fall for first time in six months

Prices fell in March with higher mortgage rates affecting affordability, the Halifax says

Boeing pays Alaska Air over $160m after blowout

The sum to the airline for losses since January reflects the ongoing fallout to Boeing from the crisis.

Samsung sees profits jump by more than 900%

It comes as chip prices recover from a post-pandemic slump, while demand for AI-related products booms.

Samsung profits jump by more than 900% on chips

Chip prices recover from a post-pandemic slump while demand for AI-related products booms.

The rise of magnets – from surgery to outer space

Magnets are central to much modern technology and firms are racing to make them more efficient.

The rise of magnets – from surgery to outer space

Magnets are central to much modern technology and firms are racing to make them more efficient.

The rise of magnets – from surgery to outer space

Magnets are central to much modern technology and firms are racing to make them more efficient.

What is National Insurance and how much do I pay?

Two National Insurance cuts came info effect in 2024, but many people are still paying more in tax.