39 m. ago UK stock markets tumble as investors ‘spooked’ by US banking issues

Shares in big global banks like Barclays and Standard Chartered were down by more than 5% on Friday morning.

Economics

85 m. ago Rape charity calls for suspension of GP over "harassment" of woman attacked by his son

The chief executive of Rape Crisis Scotland has written to the regulatory body for UK doctors with "grave concerns".

Events

97 m. ago River Island and New Look shut down full list: Hundreds of fashion retailers close down across UK

A growing trend sees River Island and New Look among numerous fashion brands shutting UK stores in 2025

Politics

98 m. ago Remove yellowing from white clothes with expert dry cleaner's effective hack

Yellowing on white clothes is the result of our body oils and sweat drying onto fabric - but there is one simple thing you can do to prevent and fix the damage going forward.

Events

1 hour ago British Gas owner and Holland & Barrett fined for paying less than minimum wage

Around 42,000 people have been repaid by their employers after being left out of pocket, the Department for Business and Trade said

Politics

1 hour ago Sister of teacher murdered in 1995 asks people to ‘speak up’ in unsolved case

The body of devout Christian Joy Hewer was found in her bedroom.

Events

1 hour ago Mobility expert says you should swap stretching for this exercise to ease tight hips

This quick protocol can help you build a case for your body to banish tight hips long-term

Politics

1 hour ago Acclaimed UK musician Dave announces The Boy Who Played The Harp tour for early 2026

The rapper brings his razor-sharp lyricism to stages across the country throughout March 2026.

Politics

2 h. ago Sales milestone achieved at £1.3 billion Edinburgh waterfront homes project

“West Shore demonstrates what’s possible when design quality, sustainability and affordability come together” – Calum Murray, CCG Homes

Economics

2 h. ago UK Government confirms Scottish banknotes may not be accepted in England

Retailers and businesses in England have the right to refuse cash or cad payments, including Scottish banknotes.

Politics

2 h. ago FTSE 100 heading for worst day since April as US regional bank worries rock markets – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as FTSE 100 share index sheds 150 points in early tradingUS regional bank stocks fall amid Wall Street concern over credit marketsStorm clouds are gathering over the financial markets, warns Richard Hunter, head of markets at interactive investor:There are increasing signs of storm clouds gathering over markets, with little relief from the building wall of worry.Already grappling with stretched stock valuations in the AI space, an unresolved government shutdown and a deteriorating relationship between Beijing and Washington, investors were exposed to a new source of concern in the form of lending practices and bad loans for US regional banks. Continue reading...

Economics

2 h. ago Son of Mango fashion giant's owner is investigated for homicide after his billionaire father fell 500ft to his death while they were hiking in Spain

Isac Andic's son, Jonathan, was the only person with the 71-year-old businessman when he died last December after falling nearly 500ft during a mountain walk near Barcelona.

Events

3 h. ago Cruz Beckham, 20, is supported by devoted girlfriend Jackie Apostel, 29, as he performs second secret gig in Brighton

The youngest son of Victoria and David Beckham , 20, had just days earlier reduced the fellow musician, 29, to tears following his first show in front of 100 at an East London pub.

Politics

3 h. ago 'You can't ban Israelis from Britain': Fury grows at police for banning Israeli supporters from Aston Villa match amid clamour for Prince William to speak out

Birmingham's Safety Advisory Group - the body responsible for issuing safety certificates for every match at Villa Park - informed the club that no away fans will be permitted to attend.

Politics

3 h. ago Rising enrolment into virtual schools and AI exam tools boost Pearson

The business said it has growing evidence that students achieve higher grades when using AI to study.

Politics

3 h. ago FTSE 100 Live 17 October: Banks drive big index fall, gold continues record run

The FTSE 100 index has fallen by more than 1% as London traders track Wall Street weakness and selling in Asia.

Politics

3 h. ago Bret McKenzie reveals how Ian McKellen made him break character on The Hobbit

Exclusive: New Zealand musician and actor recalls working with the mischievous British legend, and also speaks about the prospect of a Flight of the Conchords reunion

Politics

3 h. ago Ferrari cuts number of cars it sends to UK after tax changes

Non-dom regime was abolished in April and carmaker says ‘some people are getting out of that country’Ferrari has cut the number of cars it sells in the UK as wealthy individuals relocate overseas after tax changes and the abolition of non-dom status.The Italian luxury carmaker reportedly began limiting the number of vehicles it exported to the UK about six months ago, in an attempt to stop a decline in their residual value. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Experts says stop eating these nine foods after the age of 50

The body changes in metabolism, nutritional needs, and the ability to process certain foods after a certain age

Politics

3 h. ago Stock markets hit by US regional bank worries and trade tensions – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsFears are swirling today that we could be facing a repeat of the US regional banking crisis of 2023.That episode led to the demise of US bank SVB and then Europe’s Credit Suisse.An initially positive risk mood turned during the US session yesterday after news that Zions Bancorp (-13.14%) made a $50m charge-off while Western Alliance (-10.81%) alleged it also suffered from fraud on loans to the same borrowers linked to distressed commercial mortgages.While this was an ostensibly isolated story at two banks each less than $10bn market cap, the event drew inevitable comparisons to the regional bank stress that followed the collapse of SVB in March 2023 and raised broader questions over potential credit quality issues after a lengthy period of elevated rates and expansion in private credit, following also the bankruptcy of subprime auto lender Tricolor last month. Continue reading...

Economics