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At a glance: The government's plan to reduce immigration

Labour's immigration plans at a glance42 minutes agoPaul SeddonPolitical reporterNurPhoto via Getty ImagesSir Keir Starmer has unveiled Labour's long-awaited plans to cut levels of immigration into...

Bank of mum and dad 'helps half of first-time buyers'

Bank of mum and dad 'helps half of first-time buyers'2 hours agoKevin PeacheyCost of living correspondentGetty ImagesMore than half of first-time buyers received financial help from their family to...

Russian economy meltdown as Putin dealt huge 21% interest rate blow and bankruptcies surge

Russia's Central Bank has kept its key interest rate on hold at 21%, in a major snub to Vladimir Putin. Bank officials are facing a huge struggle to bring down inflation, which in March stood at...

Home Bargains item that left my air fryer sparkling in minutes - and it only costs 99p

For those of us who've become inseparable from our air fryers, imagining a life without this kitchen wonder might be a challenge. As my most-utilised gadget for whipping up swift and wholesome...

Germany economy panic as Donald Trump's tariffs crash forecast growth

Germany has cut its economic growth forecast for this year to zero, blaming Donald Trump’s “unpredictable” tariffs policy. It’s another blow for Europe’s biggest economy after its growth...

Francis was a vocal critic of the powerful, his influence felt far beyond faith

Francis was a vocal critic of the powerful, his influence felt far beyond faith16 minutes agoAleem MaqboolReligion editorBBCOver 12 profoundly consequential years for the Catholic Church, Pope...

Bishopston karate champ captures suspected thief in dramatic late-night chase

Two suspected thieves got a taste of instant karma when they were confronted by a world karate champion outside his home. Dave Treadwell, 45, was roused from sleep when his wife Kelly, 47, noticed an...

The unusual cleaning hack that will make dirt from grout vanish in 10 minutes

Households across the UK are being advised to follow an unusual cleaning hack that will lift away all the dirt from the grout. Cleaning grout can totally transform a room — those lines between...

Donald Trump to hammer UK economy with huge blow in new tariffs plan

Donald Trump has threatened to strike another blow to the UK economy by imposing tariffs on pharmaceuticals, one of Britain’s largest export industries. The US president said charges could come...

Chocolate stains will lift out of clothes with one 64p kitchen item

Washing machines may take the stress out of doing laundry but sometimes you have to scrub your clothes the old fashioned way in the sink to remove stubborn stains - particularly chocolate. Chocolate...

Chris Mason: What can Starmer do in a world buffeted by Trump?

Chris Mason: What can Starmer do in a world buffeted by Trump?34 minutes agoChris MasonPolitical editor•@ChrisMasonBBCReutersAs if the economic picture in the UK wasn't shaky already, it has now...

Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy

Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy14 hours agoFaisal IslamEconomics editor•@faisalislamPool/BBCPresident Donald Trump has built another...

Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy

Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy36 minutes agoFaisal IslamEconomics editor•@faisalislamPool/BBCPresident Donald Trump has built another...

Russia economy meltdown as bank profits plunge and mortgage rates near 30%

Russian banks saw their net profits fall by 25% in February, as the country's economic crisis gathers pace. Spiralling inflation and high interest rates have caused economic pain to both consumers...

How to clean premium garments – including maximum washing machine temperature

A fashion lover has shared how she washes her clothes to make sure she doesn’t ruin them.It’s a common laundry annoyance to put a piece of clothing in the washing machine only for it to come out...

Russian economy meltdown as GDP set to crash and credit growth tanks

Russia's GDP is set to fall by at least 50% in 2025, as the economic crisis in the country continues to gather pace. Businesses and consumers have been hit hard in recent months by the double whammy...

Chris Mason: Potentially unpalatable trade-offs loom for Labour in Spring Statement

Chris Mason: Potentially unpalatable trade-offs loom for Labour34 minutes agoChris MasonPolitical editor•@ChrisMasonBBCBBC"The world has changed" is the mantra we are hearing from the government.It...

Washing machines 'sparkle' and smell 'beautiful' if you add two items to your routine

A savvy homeowner has wowed thousands with her simple washing machine cleaning hack that requires just two items. Lifestyle blogger Kerry, known as Renovation_44 on TikTok, shared her "quick and...