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The US president's comments come as Sir Keir Starmer arrives in Shanghai on the third day of his visit to China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AEwejKn

The government has confirmed the discount for six million low-income households will continue for the rest of the decade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3LTydY6

Waymo has laid out plans for a robotaxi service in London with a pilot scheme due to begin in April. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nDE254z

Cisco chief executive Chuck Robbins compares AI to the dotcom bubble of the early 2000s. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3Bmz41w

Benefits calculators can leave some people confused and in a dire financial state, say campaigners. from BBC News https://ift.tt/prEBMZU

The new rules will be introduced in October and are described as the most significant reform of driver licensing for 70 years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Id5nv4G

Trump has accused Seoul of "not living up" to a trade deal that was reached last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ywl01SA

The tech giant is seeking a pause on court-ordered fixes aimed at limiting its monopoly power. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VndyEN9

The deal is the Trump administration's latest attempt to reduce its reliance on China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8dl0VkO

The parent company of X and Grok, xAI, launched a counter-suit saying she had violated its terms of service. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g0HfkEJ

It is an addition to Hearth Earth's surplus curry offer, which it serves in five locations across Oxford. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1R7gEMr

Gold is seen as a so-called safe-haven asset that investors buy in times of uncertainty and low interest rates. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MOzwLWN

While TikTok's future in the US has been secured, questions remain about exactly what changes US users will see. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JEDVtgR

Civil service pension scheme failed to pay some pensions and lump sums after transferring to a new administrator. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iC93fnm

It is a challenge for TikTok's parent company ByteDance as well as global ambitions for other Chinese tech companies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bwG8SmY

The latest generation of entrepreneurs have a head-start with AI but also face familiar challenges. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7o4Am2F

The European country is the biggest autos manufacturer relative to the size of its population. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KqeABsU

OpenAI is also expanding its cheaper subscription tier, ChatGPT Go, to all countries where it operates. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h5bPTZs

Experts blamed persistently long waits for practical tests while the DVSA blamed better detection. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M3fbrsN

Lessons learned from a dotcom entrepreneur on the boom and bust of his company, boo.com. from BBC News https://ift.tt/slmODnW

Lessons learned from a dotcom entrepreneur on the boom and bust of his company, boo.com. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gBT6tFR

A woman who had nearly paid off a £10,000 debt was sent emails suggesting she could apply for new credit cards. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wblr8Sc

Official figures suggest China's economy hit its target but analysts have cast doubt on the data. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NTkmO0d

President Trump's proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10% - an idea with bipartisan support - received swift backlash from bank executives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N0kJIel

The US president threatens to impose tariffs on countries that oppose his plans to take over the territory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XkVnhyK

Lessons learned from a dotcom entrepreneur on the boom and bust of his company, boo.com. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5h14MmF

Introducing robots and automation to the food industry involves extra hurdles. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AXbeh7V

Canola oil and electric cars are at the centre of the deal agreed by Mark Carney and Xi Jinping after years of strained ties. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LQDUTFr

The replacement to the Household Support Fund aims to help people facing sudden difficulties. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PomyOSF

More than 40 hospitality firms have come together to campaign against tax increases. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rQ31Luh

The social media platform has said there was "no breach of its systems" but questions remain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j12VAzR

Beijing reported the largest-ever trade surplus at $1.19tn as China diversified its trade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Arp1BhK

The US president also imposes a 25% tariff on countries that "do business" with Tehran, while Iran's foreign minister says his country is "ready for war". from BBC News https://ift.tt/y3pNJ58

Shops, pharmacies and music venues want any climbdown on business rates for pubs to apply to them too. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y6LrYQj

The US president has called for interest rates on credit cards to be capped at 10% for one year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/09amnev

Lego says its new tech-enabled products are its "most revolutionary innovation" since it launched its mini-figurines in 1978. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1p4fmbD

The government is urging Ofcom to use all its powers – up to and including an effective ban – against X. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hek1UuN

Lego says its new tech-enabled products are its "most revolutionary innovation" since it launched its mini-figurines in 1978. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1p4fmbD

Bugatti is the latest auto firm to construct an opulent apartment building for the super rich. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CIJ97tq

Companies are trying to wean staff off Excel spreadsheets to centralise control of their data. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1CJYSdZ

Rising electricity costs have emerged as a key cost-of-living concern, pushing families further into debt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NTq1Jdo

There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right? from BBC News https://ift.tt/3dVzMTP

The Greggs boss says there is "no doubt" weight loss jabs have led it to having a healthier menu. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1CczE3R

It follows an ongoing backlash against the use of X's AI Grok to digitally remove clothing from images. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MYaQsHw

Trump's import levies are still changing the patterns of international trade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N5PoDJ6

We asked several experts to predict the technology we'll be using by 2050 from BBC News https://ift.tt/WeJ86NQ

Wall Street investors have bought thousands of homes to rent out, a practice that has sparked concerns about affordability. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ujxvWTi

The move is part of the government's new road safety strategy, which plans to reform driving laws in Britain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P9NAdWF

The SMMT warned of a growing gap between consumer demand and the government's ambitions for EVs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mNwM297

Fujitsu's European boss defended the firm as it continues to profit from government contracts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lm1CAfu

Sciences Po Saint-Germain near Paris trains current French secret agents and potential new recruits. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Way5TBz

Career coaches and leaders share practical advice for managing anxiety and overload after the break. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6vEXtVZ

The move is designed to ensure people pay all relevant tax on buying and selling crypto. from BBC News https://ift.tt/80JcxrG

It marks the first time the Chinese firm has outpaced its American rival for annual sales. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aUOiX3s

How did live music evolve into a billion-dollar business for global stars? from BBC News https://ift.tt/gumkxh4

"No-one should miss out on opportunities because they can't afford soap or period products," says charity In Kind Direct. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o4UaMyD

Foodbank use and the fortunes of the hospitality trade will show if things are getting better or worse. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2eNFGIh

Attracting younger workers into the defence industry can be challenging. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YQRPbS6

Millions of households in England, Wales and Scotland are seeing a slight rise in energy bills in the new year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bBJ2IXR

The Trump administration bans five people who have called for tech regulation from entering the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fmpqSuy