Is it possible to build a plastic-free home?
Using plastic in construction is cheap and easy, but some are trying to radically cut back its use. Read More
Starmer announces £53m support to help with heating oil costs
The money will be for “vulnerable” households who have faced a sharp rise in energy bills since the outbreak of the US-Israeli war with Iran. Read More
Bank of America settles over Epstein claims
The lawsuit had accused the bank of facilitating Epstein’s sex trafficking. Read More
Alcohol-free beer and pet grooming used to measure inflation
Houmous and motorhomes are also added to the basket of goods and services used to chart the rising cost of living. Read More
Companies offered £3,000 to hire jobless under-24s
It comes as ministers grapple with spiralling unemployment rates among young people. Read More
Iran hits key UAE oil port and Dubai airport
The port of Fujairah plays a crucial role in helping keep global supplies moving when the Strait of Hormuz is blocked. Read More
Steelworks costing £1.3m a day to run
The government spent £377m to keep British Steel’s Scunthorpe site operating, according to a report. Read More
Starmer speaks to Trump about importance of reopening Strait of Hormuz
The leaders discussed the need to “end the disruption to global shipping”, No 10 says. Read More
PM says UK working with allies on plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz
It comes after President Trump urged the UK and other countries to send warships to protect the vital shipping channel. Read More
Banknotes, beavers and a very British backlash
Politicians are furious Churchill will be replaced on banknotes. The RSPCA wants rats and pigeons to feature. Read More