57 h. ago US trade deficit surges; Amazon accused of ‘hostile and political’ act for displaying tariff costs – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsUK grocery inflation has edged up this month, as consumers are hit by rising food prices.Data provider Kantar has reported that supermarket prices rose by 3.8% per year in the four weeks to April 20, up from 3.5% a month earlier.“Chocolate confectionery prices rose by 17.4% this period, the fastest of any category, but that didn’t stop the British public treating themselves this Easter. The volume of chocolate eggs sold through supermarket tills still grew by 0.4% on last year, while at the dinner table lamb was the most popular fresh meat joint, followed by beef and pork.Some households chose to indulge in less seasonal fare as the sun came out and they dusted off the barbecue, with burger sales shooting up by 31% over the last month.”The way in which regulations are being applied to bioethanol is undermining the commercial viability of our business. We are having constructive discussions with the UK Government to explore re...

Economics

58 h. ago US trade deficit surges ahead of tariffs; China vows not to ‘kneel down’ – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsUK grocery inflation has edged up this month, as consumers are hit by rising food prices.Data provider Kantar has reported that supermarket prices rose by 3.8% per year in the four weeks to April 20, up from 3.5% a month earlier.“Chocolate confectionery prices rose by 17.4% this period, the fastest of any category, but that didn’t stop the British public treating themselves this Easter. The volume of chocolate eggs sold through supermarket tills still grew by 0.4% on last year, while at the dinner table lamb was the most popular fresh meat joint, followed by beef and pork.Some households chose to indulge in less seasonal fare as the sun came out and they dusted off the barbecue, with burger sales shooting up by 31% over the last month.”The way in which regulations are being applied to bioethanol is undermining the commercial viability of our business. We are having constructive discussions with the UK Government to explore re...

Economics

3 d. ago The brutal reality of Rangers summer cull laid bare as Jury take Brendan Rodgers hint at face value

Record Sport's top team tackle the big issues from the weekend including Neil Critchley's sacking and Falkirk stumbling to the title

Politics

7 d. ago AP PHOTOS: Contestants haul heavy sacks of coal in unusual Yorkshire tradition

Contestants in Yorkshire competed on Monday in the “World Coal Carrying Championships,” racing with heavy sacks of coal on their back. Women carried 20 kilograms (44 pounds) while men carried 50kg (110 pounds) along a 1.1-kilometer (0.68-mile) course in Ossett, Yorkshire, in a uniquely British Easter tradition.

Culture

9 d. ago Brits urged to recycle Easter Egg packaging properly to tackle waste crisis

A survey reveals many adults struggle to recycle the excessive packaging, prompting calls for greater awareness about recycling properly.

Events

9 d. ago Ecuador region where Brit 'lynched and burned alive' locked in spiralling gang war

The Sucumbios region, where a reportedly Brit man was lynched on Easter Sunday, has been engulfed in flashes of violence that have previously swallowed Brit tourists

Events

9 d. ago Susan Boyle pays touching tribute to Pope Francis in emotional video address

Pope Francis, 88, sadly passed away on Easter Monday and the Britain's Got Talent star has shared an emotional video address following the news.

Culture

1 week ago British families warned over 5 essential documents needed to take children abroad

With millions of Brits flocking to EU hotspots like Spain, Italy and Greece this Easter - a legal expert has warned that certain parents will need to bring five essential documents

Events

1 week ago 'Easter Glumday' warning as massive downpour set to soak Britain on Bank Holiday

Brits planning to have BBQs on the last day of the four-day bank holiday are set to have their hopes dashed as it's expected to rain heavily throughout Monday (April 21)

Events

1 week ago UK tourists visiting Canary Islands issued wind warning as gusts reach 70kmh

Brits visiting the Canary Islands over Easter weekend have been warned of strong winds on the coast

Events

1 week ago Whittaker vs Cameron 2: Fight time, undercard, latest odds, prediction, ring walks tonight

All-British rematch headlines Easter Sunday card in Birmingham, six months after first fight ended in bizarre fashion

Sport

1 week ago Sunshine set to light up most of UK for Easter Sunday today as Brits enjoy 17C highs

There could be temperatures of 17C in some areas on Easter Sunday, with the UK set for 'warm spells' in some areas - however some Brits could experience a 'scattering' of showers in southern England

Politics

1 week ago Brits escape 'damp' Easter weekend for £32 per night holidays to Turkey

Easter weekend is set to be a damp one, but people are avoiding dusting off their umbrellas by booking last minute holidays to escape the rain and spend the weekend in the sun

Economics

1 week ago Brits face Easter flood chaos with four areas hit and drivers issued 'floating car' alert

Some residents across the country have been warned that the flooding of homes and businesses could occur over the weekend as up to a 75mm of rain could end up falling

Events

1 week ago These driving errors could cost Brits £1k this Easter weekend with fags and eggs alert

A driving expert highlights five blunders that motorists make on the road, with three of them landing you a potential £100 fine and one so bad that the fine could be 'unlimited'

Economics

1 week ago Whittaker vs Cameron 2: Date, fight time, undercard, prediction, ring walks and odds

All-British rematch headlines Easter Sunday card in Birmingham, six months after first fight ended in bizarre fashion

Sport

1 week ago Britain's 'most hated woman' faces backlash over wild £5k Easter bash with £500 prizes

Mum-of-four Carla Bellucci, from Hertfordshire, is facing backlash for her latest party stunt for Easter weekend. The mum plans to host a mega 40-person bash in her neighbourhood

Economics

1 week ago Easter travel LIVE: Millions face Friday getaway delays as Dover queues hit 90 minutes and flood warnings issued

More than 300 engineering projects will be carried out by Network Rail across Britain between Good Friday and Easter Monday

Events

1 week ago Watch your Easter eggs as many Brits suspect their partner will pinch their chocolate

A suspicious 40% of Brits reckon their partners are behind any choccy subterfuge after a survey by Mars revealed that 75% of folk would hide their sweet treats if they kept vanishing

Politics

1 week ago Brits warned of Easter travel carnage with flight chaos, axed trains and traffic jams

Droves of passengers have already flocked to Manchester Airport this morning as they prepare make their Good Friday getaway.

Events