36 m. ago Zopa enters current account market offering cashback and 7.10% savings interest

The new account, called Biscuit, offers 2% interest on balances and 2% cashback on bills, plus 7.10% interest on regular savings.

Economics

36 m. ago Scheme to give heating engineers free heat pumps ‘boosts confidence’ in the tech

The programme is to be rolled out to thousands of professionals after a small-scale pilot found it boosted technical knowledge and understanding.

Science

36 m. ago Campaigners call for action on reusable packaging and cutting food waste

Experts found that adopting reusable packaging for 30% of goods in UK grocery retail could deliver millions in annual savings for producers.

Politics

3 h. ago Lanarkshire youngsters can feel safer over school summer holidays thanks to new Fearless campaign

Initiative focused on encouraging pro-social choices, preventing violence and raising awareness about the risks of illegal off-road biking.

Politics

4 h. ago Penthouse overlooking Hyde Park hits the market for £42 million

The 5,580 square foot penthouse features a huge wraparound terrace, turnkey interiors and the option to hire chefs from The Park Restaurant downstairs

Economics

4 h. ago 'Mario Kart World is great but these karting classic leaks have me even more excited'

Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled hit a huge sales milestone last week, and fans are desperate for rumours of a PC port and current-gen patch to be true — here's all we know

Politics

5 h. ago Rituals Perfume Genie 3.0 review: Is this smart scent diffuser worth the splurge?

Discover how the Rituals Perfume Genie aims to transform home fragrance with its app-controlled aromatherapy diffuser

Politics

7 h. ago ‘Gold standard’: training centre could be gamechanger for football in US

On a 200-acre site in Fayette County, Georgia, US Soccer hopes to build the best facility of its like in the worldThirty minutes away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Atlanta, the land becomes greener, the trees are taller and builders are working in the intense Georgia sun to ensure US Soccer’s new National Training Center is ready for action in time for the men’s World Cup next year.It is an enormous site, spanning more than 200 acres in Trilith, Fayette County, and the hope is it will be the best training facility in the world when it opens. Funding has partly come from Arthur M Blank, who owns three sports teams in Atlanta, and executives are confident everything is on schedule for the doors to open in April. Continue reading...

Sport

7 h. ago Uber and Lyft fighting against laws to make rideshare services safer in multiple states, according to reports

Threats to exit markets, in-app messages to riders and applying direct pressure to lawmakers are among the rideshare companies’ lobbying tactics

Economics

8 h. ago Diablo 4 Season 8 end date confirmed as fans hope Season 9 gets game back on track

Diablo 4 Season 8 has been a mixed bag for fans, but the end date is quickly approaching, leaving players to wonder what they can expect from Season 9 in the future

Sport

8 h. ago Flight evacuating British nationals from Israel has departed, says Foreign Office – UK politics live

Foreign secretary David Lammy says further flights will follow in the coming daysBy the way, if you actually wanted to read the Modern Industrial Strategy document published by the government today, you can find it here.The government has just pushed out a joint statement from business leaders welcoming it, which says:The Industrial Strategy launched today marks a significant step forward and a valuable opportunity for the business community to rally behind a new vision for the UK – boosting confidence, sentiment, and enthusiasm for investment.From start-ups and small businesses to large corporates, businesses need a more attractive, stable environment that enables faster, easier, and more certain investment decisions.For too long high electricity costs have held back British businesses, as a result of our reliance on gas sold on volatile international markets.As part of our modern industrial strategy we’re unlocking the potential of British industry by slashing industrial electrici...

Politics

8 h. ago These are the 8 best Nintendo Switch 2 games you’ll want to play first

From Mario Kart World to Cyberpunk 2077, these are the best Nintendo Switch 2 games to play now

Politics

8 h. ago Tech expert shares important iPhone settings change that stops scammers

The feature that could be the difference between keeping your family safe and falling victim to increasingly sophisticated scam calls

Science

8 h. ago Inside Israel's Unit 8200: The team of teen tech whizzes who tracked down Iran's uranium enrichment sites

Israel Defense Forces Unit 8200 were the ones responsible in uncovering Iran's uranium enrichment site... but the staff isn't filled with seasoned soldiers but underpaid teenage tech whizzes.

Politics

8 h. ago Business news live: Oil prices drop despite strikes on Iran, Industrial Strategy reaction and FTSE 100 falls

Stock markets latest updates and business news on Monday

Economics

8 h. ago Manchester United could get 'green light' to solve two major transfer problems

Man United are in the market for a new forward this summer and a perfect opportunity could present itself.

Sport

8 h. ago Inside Bryan Johnson’s Secret Gathering During London Tech Week

Inside Bryan Johnson’s Secret Gathering During London Tech Week  WWD

Politics

9 h. ago Goldman Sachs warns Brent crude could hit $100 per barrel if strait of Hormuz is disrupted; Trump demands cheaper oil – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsThe strait of Hormuz: what is it, and why does it matter to global trade?Price of oil could spike after Iran’s parliament votes to close key shipping routeThe eurozone economy has continued to flirt with stagnation this month, with little growth in its key sectors.The latest survey of purchasing managers across the euro area, just released by S&P Global, shows that the eurozone services sector is stalling this month, while factory growth slowed.“The eurozone economy is struggling to gain momentum. For six months now, growth has been minimal, with activity in the service sector stagnating and manufacturing output rising only moderately.In Germany, there are signs of a cautious improvement in the situation, but France continues to drag its feet. The momentum evident in the official growth figure of 0.6 percent for the first quarter is unlikely to have carried over into the second quarter, especially since special factors su...

Events

9 h. ago Esther Rantzen speaks of ‘enormous relief’ after MPs backed assisted dying Bill

Dame Esther said it is important that patients with terminal illnesses can make their own choices.

Events

9 h. ago Reuse, repair, refurbish – why Back Market’s greener tech is the smart choice

It’s the resourceful way to press refresh

Politics