Labubu film is official with Paddington director at the helm
The film will combine live action and computer-generated animation and is in “early development”. Read More
US holds interest rates as Iran war triggers inflation fears
The US central bank is moving cautiously, despite pressure from the president to cut interest rates. Read More
Pay growth at lowest rate in more than five years
Annual earnings grew at an annual rate of 3.8% in the November to January period, the Office for National Statistics says. Read More
Computer says no. Are AI interviews making it harder to get a job?
Bhuvana Chilukuri has sent more than 100 job applications and is convinced very few have been seen by a human. Read More
The Iran war is causing a global energy crisis – can China withstand it?
With oil supply disrupted, Beijing’s oil reserves and renewable energy push are being put to the test. Read More
Average age of first time buyer climbs to 34
A new report looks at how conditions have changed for first time buyers since the 1990s. Read More
How Finnish supermarkets are central to the country’s defence
The chains all have detailed plans to follow in the event of the nation going to war. Read More
Mayors to gain more spending power under Reeves tax plans
The chancellor sets out the government’s plan for economic growth, which also includes closer ties to the EU. Read More
Typical new mortgage costs soar £788 a year in two weeks
Lenders have hiked rates on new deals and withdrawn products as war creates uncertainty in the markets. Read More
Bentley workers ‘shocked and angry’ at job cuts
A union says the announcement came as a blow to employees with up to 275 positions at risk. Read More