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Seven bills going up and one going down in April

Many households will see their budgets stretched further - but there is some good news. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2aj0yUL

Data from 73 million AT&T accounts leaked online

Current and former customers of the US telecoms firm are impacted by the breach, the company says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N15yQMo

Temu U-turns on terms of cash 'giveaway' offer

The retailer changes what it can do with customer data after privacy concerns were raised. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b2tv9dT

FTX's Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years

The crypto exchange co-founder was convicted last year of stealing $8bn from investors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b9Z2PcS

Post-Brexit tax to hit UK car exports to Canada

A post-Brexit deal has expired with no new agreement, which leaving UK exports to Canada subject to new tariffs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4LeiyzG

Reddit shares jump in New York stock market debut

The social media firm's share prices rose almost 50% on its first day on the New York Stock Exchange. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VN5SG7u

UK firm's 4K video cameras head to space station

London company SEN's ultra high-definition cameras intend to stream spectacular views of Earth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yZ4g5jT

Post-Brexit tax to hit UK car exports to Canada

A post-Brexit deal has expired with no new agreement, which leaving UK exports to Canada subject to new tariffs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9k21ofn

What passes through Baltimore's port?

From cars to coal, the Baltimore bridge collapse will affect a variety of goods and the global economy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CKHuNne

Tackling deepfakes 'has turned into an arms race'

The battle against fake images, video and audio is becoming ever harder as the tech improves. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LWrHXOi

Japan nappy maker shifts from babies to adults

Since 2011, sales of adult nappies have outpaced those for infants in Japan as its population ages. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aCIhgmv

European flying car technology sold to China

The Slovakian AirCar, built with a BMW engine and run on normal fuel, will now be made in China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FO3YfPN

Elon Musk's X anti-hate group case thrown out

A US judge says Mr Musk's social media firm had sued to punish its critics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PuIe1No

Canada's maple syrup reserve hits 16-year low

Warm weather and rising demand have sapped up the syrup supply, but producers say not to panic. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bdNTvJY

CrossCountry upgrade will see 25% more rail seats

The long-distance train operator is introducing 12 new trains and refurbishing its current fleet. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KtSO7R8

Legoland owner to charge more at peak times

'Dynamic pricing' will see families pay more to enter a Merlin Entertainments venue at peak times. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FdvSH2w

Airbus confirms interest in Spirit Aerosystems

Spirit is one of Northern Ireland's largest manufacturing businesses, with more than 3,000 employees. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o1uwLxK

Dragon Ball theme park to be built in Saudi Arabia

The announcement was met with mixed reactions from fans of the famed anime. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9gE84y3

Security law brings Hong Kong's future as business hub into question

A tough new security law comes at a time when businesses were already wary of the city. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JzIvjdM

Avanti to pay train drivers £600 a shift for overtime

West Coast Main Line drivers to receive £600 a shift, up from £125, after company strikes deal with union. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4ASYK0W

Triple lock for pensions to be in Tory manifesto

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says he will pay for the "expensive" pledge through economic growth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u6gkSvI

Chancellor to be quizzed after inflation hits lowest level in over two years

Jeremy Hunt is back in the red seat after sharing the last Budget before the general election from BBC News https://ift.tt/UORg3l4

Sick people leaving workforce at record highs

The number of people opting out of the workforce due to long term illness is at its highest since the 90s. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hE8yxob

Faisal Islam: What's behind Rishi Sunak's surprising optimism?

Could a change in the economic weather keep the prime minister in Downing Street? from BBC News https://ift.tt/rDuzQoa

Chancellor says £100,000 not a huge salary in Surrey

Mr Hunt says an upper limit on earnings to access free childcare is an issue he "would really like to sort out". from BBC News https://ift.tt/U7rdzGq

‘I want to help people fly – and keep them safe’

Many experienced aircraft engineers are retiring and the aerospace sector is struggling to replace them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3kXxbR9

Apple becomes the latest tech giant under siege

With a loyal fanbase, Apple is in a unique position which is now under fire, writes Zoe Kleinman. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2Dxkyis

GMB staff to strike over sex harassment claims

Employees claim reforms recommended by an independent lawyer-led review are yet to take place. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RxpGAPO

Greggs shops reopen after payment problem fixed

All of the bakery chain's stores hit by an earlier technical glitch are now trading as normal, Greggs says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9e6ULSA

Production at Alstom set to stop with jobs at risk

Alstom says 3,000 jobs in Derby are at risk, adding there would be an impact on the wider supply chain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VLs2CU0

Electricity upgrade plan includes miles of pylons

New undersea cables and on shore power lines including pylons could add up to £30 a year to energy bills, a new plan suggests. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5r9zIkp

Magnum-owner to cut jobs and split off ice cream

Unilever is to shed 7,500 jobs worldwide and spin off its unit which makes Ben & Jerry's and Viennetta. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8caw1zx

British AI pioneer joins Microsoft

Mustafa Suleyman, the co-founder of DeepMind - which was bought by Google - is to lead Microsoft AI. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OcLzVR8

How Temu is shaking up the world of online shopping

Despite controversy China's Temu is becoming a global online shopping force. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2ynoAMZ

Fraud trial of British tech tycoon begins in US

Autonomy founder Mike Lynch is accused of fraudulently inflating the value of his software firm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jSrhvtM

Uber agrees $178m payout to Australia taxi drivers

The class action was brought on behalf of more than 8,000 taxi and hire car owners and drivers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W3YCNqm

Government told heat pump sales need massive jump

The spending watchdog says the costs remain too high and public awareness of the technology remains low. from BBC News https://ift.tt/m8fikUj

M25 reopens eight hours ahead of schedule

The unprecedented daytime closure had closed one of the country's busiest stretches of motorway. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oLrW3F1

'Good progress' on M25 as Monday rush hour looms

The unprecedented daytime closure affects one of the country's busiest stretches of motorway. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sAUJj9O

'My vet wanted £120 for a cream. Total rip off'

Pet owners and vets reveal their thoughts after a watchdog warns customers could be overpaying. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gbGDwKu

How much trouble is Boeing in?

The US plane giant is under pressure from regulators and airlines, and its reputation is badly damaged. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1v9HrFp

What we know about Meghan's regal lifestyle brand

American Riviera Orchard has already amassed hundreds of thousands of online followers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9cNSUbz

EU backs law against forced labour in supply chains

Critics say the draft law - also targeting environmental abuse - is too weak to be really effective. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1QuES0m

Flight chaos made worse by engineer delay

August bank holiday disruption was made worse by engineers' inability to fix the issue from home, a report says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w7ogYOK

Water crisis shakes India’s Silicon Valley

With long queues at public taps and fewer showers, Bengaluru's residents reel under a water shortage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CRDVJo3

Heat pump grant rules to be relaxed

Insulation rule changes make it easier for households to qualify for £7,500 grant, government says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ln1V2QD

China attacks 'bandit logic' of TikTok vote in US

After Congress takes a step towards banning the app over security concerns, TikTok says US jobs are at risk. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hL3zbT6

Major internet outages reported across Africa

Outages have been reported in South Africa, Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Ghana and Burkina Faso. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PsS8Xhp

Why firms are bringing their manufacturing back home

Businesses in the West are increasing reshoring their production due to three main factors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JKWl5y4

AI weapons scanner backtracks on UK testing claims

Evolv Technology has been asked to change claims its technology has been tested by the government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d4XM5Vi

Boeing whistleblower remembered as 'brave man'

Lawyers for John Barnett tell the BBC they "didn't see any indication he would take his own life". from BBC News https://ift.tt/G1ROIYq

Bus passengers feel 'let down' in parts of England

Bus services vary widely on punctuality and value for money, a major passenger survey suggests. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zqBpyuG

Why firms are bringing their manufacturing back home

Businesses in the West are increasing reshoring their production due to three main factors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eLStBku

'Confused' TikTokers deluge US lawmakers' phones

The company "weaponised" its US users in a lobbying effort against a bill before Congress, sources say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5aIcFTJ

Trump says a ban on TikTok would only help Facebook

After trying to ban TikTok when he was president, Mr Trump now opposes a bill that targets the app. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y1b4smR

Boeing whistleblower found dead in US

Prior to his death, whistleblower John Barnett was testifying against Boeing over concerns about standards. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nG2fBl0

Once India's most valuable start-up, Byju is now fighting to survive

The tech giant is teetering on the precipice after investors voted to out its CEO last month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1kRyIBu

Once India's most valuable start-up, Byju is now fighting to survive

The tech giant is teetering on the precipice after investors voted to out its CEO last month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1kRyIBu

'HMRC gave me £49,000 relief, but wants it back'

Some UK start-ups who received tax breaks for innovation are being pursued to repay the money. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vi9vfdA

More ethnic minority bosses at top UK companies

A review of the largest companies shows there are now 12 ethnic minority CEOs at FTSE 100 firms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/16eiqkQ

Labour won't turn things around immediately, Reeves says

The shadow chancellor says she would "methodically" identify new sources of funding for her polices. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5owAfJW

Saudi oil giant sees sharp fall in profits

Saudi Aramco is boosting its pay-out to shareholders despite a 25% fall in profits last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cYCMAyG

What a $1 deal says about America's office market

The US is facing an office property "apocalypse", which is creating worries around the world. from BBC News https://ift.tt/khjOnoa

Apple 'like Godfather' with new App Store rules

As Apple begins to allow other app stores on iPhones one entrepreneur criticises its behaviour. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qbw4Z7M

Faisal Islam: The Budget was more radical than it looked

It lacked pre-election fireworks, but there was a radical thread that could have long-term consequences. from BBC News https://ift.tt/abo2Z07

TV star shaken after Jaguar brakes fail during drive

Craig Phillips describes "terrifying feeling" when brakes failed on his Jaguar I-Pace from BBC News https://ift.tt/h6DQ57R

'My AI twin may get me more modelling work'

As the fashion industry grapples with the rise of AI, one model has created an AI twin of herself. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ABHxyLC

Bill that could ban TikTok approved by US House panel

The proposed law would prohibit apps controlled by "foreign adversaries". TikTok has urged users to protest. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BiLm80h

Bill that could ban TikTok approved by US House panel

The proposed law would prohibit apps controlled by "foreign adversaries". TikTok has urged users to protest. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BiLm80h

'My AI twin may get me more modelling work'

As the fashion industry grapples with the rise of AI, one model has created an AI twin of herself. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q13tIL5

Ex-Google engineer charged with stealing AI secrets

Linwei Ding is also accused of secretly working for Chinese competitors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hVXjs26

Dharshini David: An election giveaway but taxes will still rise

My main takeaway from Wednesday's Budget is that many are still going to see their tax bills rise. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7wstrZy

Post Office victim settles but feels 'guilt'

Jo Hamilton managed to pay off her mortgage and debts but other victims are still waiting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eJQ2ByI

Did the last Budget deliver growth and cheap beer?

The previous Budget was meant to help growth, investment, pubs and parents. Has it worked so far? from BBC News https://ift.tt/rhxTQd4

Could product passports revolutionise the way we shop?

The EU is introducing digital passports for products that detail their composition and production history. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HaUiBjt

Warning cost of living fund closure 'catastrophic'

Hundreds of thousands of families have had help through the government's Household Support Fund. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sYcP7nh

Catalonia's farmers demand more help over drought

As Spain continues to be blighted by a lack of rain, farmers want more government assistance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ENPrVkX

Ex-mining towns falling further behind - charity

A BBC poll finds 73% of people in coalfield communities have seen little progress on levelling up. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bLYOhn9

Warning cost of living fund closure 'catastrophic'

Hundreds of thousands of families have had help through the government's Household Support Fund. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sYcP7nh

I will only cut taxes in responsible way - Hunt

The chancellor tells the BBC he hopes to show a path towards lower taxes in Wednesday's Budget. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H9sYjrZ

Five ways to save money on train tickets as fares rise

As rail fares rise on Sunday, we find the ways passengers can keep journeys as cheap as possible. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q6jtevg

Rents soar in towns as tenants priced out of cities

Towns outside of big cities have seen some of the biggest rent rises as tenants choose comfort. from BBC News https://ift.tt/luN6zxd

Nigeria orders cryptocurrency firm to pay $10bn

The government blames Binance for the recent collapse of the naira, and has arrested two executives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P1bXaei