5 h. ago Department of Justice to begin handing over Epstein files to Capitol Hill – US politics live

DoJ agrees to provide Congress documents from the Epstein sex trafficking investigation, says House lawmaker on MondaySoftBank has agreed to invest $2bn (£1.5bn) in Intel, amid reports that Donald Trump’s administration is also considering a stake in the struggling US chip maker.The Japanese technology investor announced the multibillion-dollar deal on Tuesday, in a move expected to give it a 2% stake in the business. Continue reading...

Politics

9 h. ago SoftBank invests $2bn in Intel; proposed new UK property tax ‘could cut cost of buying expensive homes’

Washington reportedly considering 10% stake in US chipmakerGood morning, and welcome to our rolling coverage of business, the financial markets and the world economy.Japan’s SoftBank has agreed to invest $2bn (£1.5bn) in Intel, the struggling US chip company, while the Trump administration is reportedly considering a 10% stake in the business by converting Chips Act subsidies into equity. That would make Washington Intel’s largest shareholder.Semiconductors are the foundation of every industry. For more than 50 years, Intel has been a trusted leader in innovation. This strategic investment reflects our belief that advanced semiconductor manufacturing and supply will further expand in the United States, with Intel playing a critical role. Continue reading...

Economics

16 h. ago SoftBank to buy $2bn in Intel shares as it grows US investments

Masayoshi Son’s investment group touts ‘commitment to advancing US technology and manufacturing leadership’

Economics

17 h. ago 1 in 4 of parents sacrifice food or heating to afford children’s school uniform

Almost half of parents are worried about the cost of buying uniform for the start of the school year

Society

26 h. ago Third man jailed following burglary of expensive Range Rovers from Wilmslow home

Damian worked with two others to steal three high value cars and jewellery

Events

6 d. ago Overgrown and falling apart Welsh home falling will cost you nearly half a million pounds to buy because of one thing

The three-bedroom house has been empty for years and is in a state of disrepair but it is still on the market for more than double the average price in the city

Economics

6 d. ago Overgrown and falling apart Welsh home will cost you nearly half a million pounds to buy because of one thing

The three-bedroom house has been empty for years and is in a state of disrepair but it is still on the market for more than double the average price in the city

Economics

7 d. ago George Home at ASDA's new autumn collection looks so much more expensive than it is

Sculptural cushions, statement side tables and minimalist candle holders; every single piece in the collection looks far more expensive than its supermarket price tag.

Politics

8 d. ago The cosy Scottish cafe that serves 'rarest coffee in the world' at £300 a cup

A charming Scottish cafe is home to an extremely rare, very expensive cup of coffee.

Economics

9 d. ago Right to Buy discounts have cost taxpayers £200 billion since days of Thatcher

A report from the Common Wealth think tank shows the 1.9 million council homes sold in England since 1980 are now worth £430 billion

Economics

1 week ago AA issues car insurance warning that could affect millions of UK drivers

The AA urged the Treasury to cut the rate of insurance premium tax on motor policies by a quarter.

Events

1 week ago Fears of rise in uninsured drivers as insurance tax receipts soar

The AA urged the Treasury to cut the rate of insurance premium tax on motor policies by a quarter.

Politics

1 week ago 'I spent £3.50 on Costa surprise food bag and couldn't believe what was inside'

The Too Good To Go is helping a lot of people buy food from their favourite companies at a reduced cost, all while cutting back on food waste. One Costa customer recently shared what was inside their £3.50 bag

Economics