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China's horrifying rush to buy key resources as Beijing spends £7.7bn in string of deals

China is accelerating a high-stakes global land grab for critical minerals, with a string of overseas mining acquisitions worth £7.7bn ($9.8bn) last year alone — the most aggressive push in more...

UK banking giant closing 52 branches in 2025 rules out bidding for TSB

One of the UK’s biggest high street lenders, NatWest, has confirmed it will not be placing a bid for rival bank TSB, narrowing the field of potential suitors for the Spanish-owned retail lender....

Iran-Israel war outcome talked up by commentators that's actually highly unlikely

We now have an argument about whether Iran is really in pursuit of a bomb, with an apparent spat between President Trump and his Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard. In March, she...

Next summer dress has a similar look to a designer – but is nearly £820 cheaper

If you’re on the hunt for the perfect summer dress for your European getaway or are simply looking for something chic to wear during the sun-filled days, Next has a gorgeous mini shift dress that...

Nationwide says 'relaxing' rule 'could help 10,000 more people'

Nationwide is advocating for an easing of mortgage affordability regulations to give approximately 10,000 more aspiring first-time buyers a chance, as the building society marked its strongest month...

Goodison Park escapes demolition to be home of Everton's women

Getty ImagesDaniel AustinBBC Sport senior journalist13 May 2025, 16:00 BST258 CommentsUpdated 24 minutes agoGoodison Park is to become the home of Everton's women after the club scrapped plans to...

'We're returning to the UK after 10 years in a French château - here's why'

undefined (Image: undefined)A British couple are bidding adieu to their French château and heading back to the UK, with dreams of a Sunday roast in a cosy pub. Natalie and Andrew Solomon swapped...

Nationwide issues update as £50 missing from customers’ accounts

Nationwide has issued a crucial update on its £50 ‘Thank you’ payments after several customers claimed that they haven’t received their share and the money promised still hasn't been paid into...

WeightWatchers files for bankruptcy as it desperately tries to survive Ozempic

WeightWatchers is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States to eliminate £860.6million ($1.15billion) in debt and focus on its transition plans. Parent company, WW...

Watch out Tesco and Amazon – new supermarket could rival all the rest

The last few years has seen an influx in Chinese retailers enter the market in a bid to entice British shoppers with discounted goods.Temu, Shein, Ali Express and TikTok Shop have all enjoyed huge...

Prince Harry set to appear for the first time since BBC outburst

Prince Harry will be making a key appearance in Las Vegas tomorrow (May 6), days after his bombshell interview with the BBC. The Duke of Sussex will launch a new youth initiative with the Diana Award...

Prince Harry's 3-word remark that could leave King Charles and Prince William worried

Prince Harry's recent bombshell BBC interview featured a number of cryptic comments, including a serious accusation that people want to see him along with his family in "harm's way" and hoped that...

Malta's golden passport scheme breaks EU law, top court rules

Malta's golden passport scheme breaks EU law, top court rules17 hours agoMegan FisherBBC NewsGetty ImagesMalta's so-called golden passport scheme that lets people become citizens through financial...

Malta's golden passport scheme breaks EU law, top court rules

Malta's golden passport scheme breaks EU law, top court rules58 minutes agoMegan FisherBBC NewsGetty ImagesMalta's so-called golden passport scheme that lets people become citizens through financial...

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...