15 h. ago Wendy’s announces it’s expanding its Biggie Deals value meals menu

The fast food chain announced the new meal deals with price points at $4, $6 and $8

Economics

24 h. ago High inflation, currency collapse and soaring food prices: The damning numbers behind Iran’s economic implosion

A currency crash led thousands of Iranians onto the streets late last month. Karl Matchett looks at how Tehran was plunged into economic crisis - and why it is unlikely to improve

Economics

45 h. ago With thousands dead, the Iranian regime may survive these protests – but not in its current form | Sanam Vakil

With fear, surveillance and brute force only set to increase, there are disturbing parallels with Saddam Hussein’s IraqSanam Vakil is director of Chatham House’s Middle East and North Africa programmeIran is once again convulsed by protests that are threatening the Islamic Republic’s stability and future. What began as demonstrations over a collapsing currency and rising inflation has rapidly evolved into one of the most destabilising episodes of unrest the regime has faced in years. The protests have exposed both the resilience of Iranian society and the growing brittleness of a political system stubbornly unwilling to reform.It’s the scale, spread and momentum of the demonstrations that have been most alarming to the authorities. Protests have erupted across all provinces in the country, reaching more than 180 towns and cities, cutting across class, ethnic and regional lines. This time, the turn to openly anti-regime slogans has been rapid and widespread. Protesters are no longer ...

Events

50 h. ago High food prices are forcing London restaurant owners to make hard choices

High food prices are forcing London restaurant owners to make hard choices  CBC

Society

58 h. ago I paid £106 for lunch at British music legend's pub — I can sum it up in two words

A visit to the Fox and Pheasant pub in Fulham left us with a £106 bill for one starter, two mains and five pints - but despite the premium prices, the food was delicious

Economics

4 d. ago Shoppers buy less food and booze over festive period in Britain's first 'fat jab Christmas'

Although supermarket sales in December rose 3.8 per cent to a record £13.8billion, fuelled by food price inflation, the volume of physical items bought declined, according research firm Worldpanel.

Economics

5 d. ago The Guardian view on Iran’s protests: old tactics of repression face new pressures | Editorial

A brutal regime has failed to safeguard either the country’s physical security or basic living standards. But Donald Trump’s threats to intervene won’t help civiliansThe internet blackout across Iran is meant to prevent protests from spreading, and observers from witnessing the crackdown on them. But it’s also emblematic of the deep uncertainty surrounding this unrest and the response of a regime under growing pressure.Rocketing inflation and a tanking currency sparked the protests in late December. They have since broadened and spread. Videos showed thousands marching in Tehran on Thursday night and people setting fire to vehicles and state-owned buildings.Do you have an opinion on the issues raised in this article? If you would like to submit a response of up to 300 words by email to be considered for publication in our letters section, please click here. Continue reading...

Events

6 d. ago Tesco shoppers outraged as they spot 'ridiculous' price of Cadbury Mini Eggs

Cadbury Mini Eggs have been around since 1967, but one UK food shopper was left baffled after spotting the latest price of a bag of the chocolate treat on the supermarket shelves

Economics

8 d. ago Sainsbury's 'secret sale' with food from 1p if you shop one way

A dad says he found all kinds of food at bargain prices lower than they were marked at on the shelves

Society

9 d. ago Food prices in supermarkets to fall as UK moves closer to Single Market to undo Brexit harm, says Starmer

The Prime Minister toughened Labour’s stance on closer ties with the European Union as his party faces a hammering in May elections

Economics

9 d. ago Shoppers outraged over rising price of Mini Eggs as 1kg bag is spotted on sale for £16 at Tesco (and Easter is still months away!)

Shoppers were outraged and took to social media to share their frustration, revealing that they could buy two steaks for dinner for the price of a pack of the Easter treats.

Economics

2 w. ago The 15 Greater Manchester restaurants you have to visit in 2026

Spanning a range of cuisines, dishes and price points, Manchester's food scene is having a moment right now

Politics

2 w. ago Protests and strikes erupt after Iran’s central bank governor resigns as currency spirals

Hundreds of traders and shopkeepers rallied in Saadi Street in central Tehran

Events

2 w. ago Iranians clash with regime security forces as protesters take to the streets over economic crisis

Local media reported widespread disruption at the capital's historic Grand Bazaar, with traders shutting or partially shutting their businesses amid soaring prices and a collapsing currency.

Events

2 w. ago Iranians voice fury at the regime as Tehran's shopkeepers close their stores and protest over economic crisis

Local media reported widespread disruption at the capital's historic Grand Bazaar, with traders shutting or partially shutting their businesses amid soaring prices and a collapsing currency.

Economics

3 w. ago Instacart ends controversial program that showed different prices for different users

The program, which began in 2023, was initially intended to help grocers understand customer price sensitivity

Politics

3 w. ago Never pay full price at McDonald's again with 'unlimited' £2.99 voucher

People should hang onto their receipts to make this system work in their favour

Economics

3 w. ago Scottish chip shop named 'best in West' has 'great prices and greater portions'

The award-winning fish and chip shop is highly rated by customers who praise the food, service, and prices

Economics

3 w. ago What to know as Lidl confirms price drop on fresh Christmas turkeys from tomorrow

The supermarket announced it will be offering one of the most affordable Christmas dinners this year.

Economics

4 w. ago Popular brewer confirms price rise next year with cost of five pints to go up

Punters can expect an average price increase of 2.7 percent on select draught beers and ciders next year.

Economics