‘I had no electricity for six months’: US families struggle with soaring energy prices
Rising electricity costs have emerged as a key cost-of-living concern, pushing families further into debt. Read More
‘Unprecedented’ numbers seeking debt help post-Christmas, say charities
Debt charities say that calls have risen compared with last year as people are urged to seek help. Read More
Musk says X outcry is ‘excuse for censorship’
The government is urging Ofcom to use all its powers – up to and including an effective ban – against X. Read More
Why luxury carmakers are now building glitzy skyscrapers
Bugatti is the latest auto firm to construct an opulent apartment building for the super rich. Read More
Trump seeks $100bn for Venezuela oil, but Exxon boss says country ‘uninvestable’
Oil executives expressed caution, with one executive saying Venezuela had seized their assets twice. Read More
EU reaches South America trade deal after 25 years of talks
Some farmers in Europe opposed the deal, but the EU Commission said it had listened to their concerns. Read More
Businesses call to be included in any pub rates backtrack
Shops, pharmacies and music venues want any climbdown on business rates for pubs to apply to them too. Read More
US calls Argentina peso bet a ‘homerun deal’
The US Treasury Secretary said the US no longer held pesos in its exchange stabilisation fund. Read More
US job creation in 2025 slows to weakest since Covid
Employment growth for the world’s largest economy eased significantly last year. Read More
Weight loss jabs affecting Greggs, boss says
The Greggs boss says there is “no doubt” weight loss jabs have led it to having a healthier menu. Read More