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Tyrrells plans to give vegetable crisps the chop

Parent company KP confirms the proposals may lead to the loss of a factory in Uttoxeter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NvL96x7

Not even potholes will hold up self-driving cars, UK firm predicts

Wayve says it's confident all cars will one day be autonomous, as it announced more than a £1bn in additional investment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FzYvkZe

'Is this all good debt or bad debt?'

Karen has not only left the family in emotional turmoil but also serious debt from BBC News https://ift.tt/CkniMcD

Faisal Islam: Is Reeves right in saying we're turning a corner?

The Chancellor is trying to use this moment as a launching pad for a wider attempt to gee up consumer and business confidence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mUO1Roi

Not even potholes will hold up self-driving cars, UK firm predicts

Wayve says it's confident all cars will one day be autonomous, as it announced more than a £1bn in additional investment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZDklChT

Reddit fined £14m for 'concerning' child age check failings

The UK's data watchdog said the failings meant children could be exposed to harmful material online. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nmgQSF8

Trump Organization unveils plan for 'Australia's tallest building'

The tower will be built on Queensland's Gold Coast and be 335 metres high, taller than the Shard in London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pCqXbni

Everything you need to know about the new school uniform law

New guidelines have been issued by the Department of Education in the wake of law changes on uniforms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u4njeYy

Are you cut out for living and working in Antarctica?

Jobs are available on the icy continent for chefs, plumbers, carpenters and even hairdressers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OJpmequ

Unlicensed betting firms face sponsorship ban

Gambling firms not licensed in the UK could be banned from sponsoring British sports teams - including Premier League clubs - as part of a government crackdown. from BBC News https://ift.tt/chvsCIF

MPs to discuss inquiry into trade envoy role after Andrew arrest

A cross-party committee will also look into the appointment and accountability of UK trade envoys. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MIahrLt

KFC, Nando's, and others ditch chicken welfare pledge

Wingstop, Burger King, and others have walked away from an industry commitment to avoid using fast-growing chickens from BBC News https://ift.tt/QBVN4LK

Funding approved to reduce cold deaths

Citizens Advice's Warm and Well scheme in North Yorkshire will receive the money over three years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uKdE0zZ

Bill Gates pulls out of India's AI summit over Epstein files controversy

The Gates Foundation said the decision was made to "ensure the focus remains on the summit's key priorities". from BBC News https://ift.tt/GIHf45J

Key social issues identified in charity report

Each year, Citizens Advice selects social policy areas for analysis based on its clients' issues. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G1Sv32p

Bill Gates pulls out of India's AI summit over Epstein files controversy

The Gates Foundation said the decision was made to "ensure the focus remains on the summit's key priorities". from BBC News https://ift.tt/9cme2R8

New Year's sport supplement buying adds to January retail sales surge

Continuing strong sales from online jewellers after a recent spike in gold prices also helped drive the increase. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oU7GAxD

New Silent Hill game inspired by tiny fishing village in Fife

Silent Hill: Townfall is set in the fictional St Amelia, based on the real village of St Monans in the East Neuk of Fife. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rW86tR9

Illegal skin lightening cream being sold in UK butchers, watchdog warns

A trade body has warned illegal skin bleaching products are being sold in an increasingly wide range of places. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y3seGtY

'Check your payslip' warns nurse who overpaid nearly £3k in tax

Gemma Belby says she only found she was paying "double tax" after chatting with her colleagues. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZvpPF3r

Defence giant BAE hails record sales as workers remain on strike

Defence company BAE has increased payouts to investors after its sales increased but staff in Lancashire have walked out over stalled pay talks from BBC News https://ift.tt/0Kmf6jH

Why youth unemployment is rising

Unemployment in the UK rose to its highest rate in nearly five years at the end of 2025 from BBC News https://ift.tt/ROqWCcb

Hyatt Hotels chairman steps down over Jeffrey Epstein ties

Billionaire Thomas Pritzker said he had exercised "terrible judgement" in keeping contact with Epstein. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Oawjiqg

Instagram boss says 16 hours of daily use is 'problematic' not addiction

Instagram's Adam Mosseri faced questioning about the impact of his platform on minors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pzZ50M3

Could Manchester be a model for the UK to kickstart growth?

With an annual growth rate of 3.1%, Manchester's economy has performed twice as well as that of the UK as a whole. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OYfG4c2

Prince Harry thanks bereaved families taking on social media firms

The Duke of Sussex addressed parents claiming Instagram and YouTube damage young people's mental health. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0dwxvQa

Andrew facing claim he shared Treasury document with banking contact

Reports suggest the former prince shared a Treasury document when he was serving as trade envoy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RQjWAz1

Last chance for pensioners to get free air fryers

The council has handed out 15,000 free air fryers help people with the cost of living. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BUIa2jc

The Bottom Line

Why do private landlords attract so much criticism – and how fair is it? from BBC News https://ift.tt/lFyOj2m

The US economy is growing - so where are all the jobs?

As hiring rates and job openings drop, some worry a tough job market could be here to stay. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cVQY62j

Taylor Swift asks US government to block 'Swift Home' trademark

Her team argued that a bedding firm's designs showed similarities to her trademarked signature. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G4J0vkO

Alton Towers U-turns on plan to restrict disability pass

"We are sorry," says operator after plan to restrict queuing access for people with autism, ADHD and anxiety sparked criticism. from BBC News https://ift.tt/klj4OqS

Why food fraud persists, even with improving tech

Even with sophisticated technology it is still difficult to detect fake foods. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9CSXmH2

More than 180 survivors engaged in Harrods abuse redress scheme

The late Mohamed Al Fayed has been accused of sexual harassment during his time as owner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sq6rYfQ

US to exempt some Bangladeshi clothes from tariffs

The White House agreed to carve out exemptions for US-produced cotton from Bangladesh. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NYrJ3Vu

The shadowy world of abandoned oil tankers

A growing number of tankers and other commercial vessels are being ditched by their owners. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XjmYS4a

Voluntary student loan repayments rise in England

Campaigners have criticised the terms of loans that were issued in England and still exist in Wales. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q54I37v

Can robots ever be graceful?

Firms are working to make the motors that drive robots more efficient and cheaper. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7NX6him

Epstein emails: So-called 'shady financier' was Andrew's 'trusted money man'

Andrew seemed keen for Epstein to do business with David Rowland, but Epstein was wary, emails suggest. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mPRWzja

Average house price tops £300,000 for first time, says Halifax

Halifax describes the figure as a "milestone", but potentially daunting for first-time buyers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/onS5ipO

City volunteers seek drivers for meal deliveries

Friends of Di's Kitchen provides hundreds of meals each week in Wolverhampton. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tLjRDnA

Pandora to switch from silver to platinum over price surge

The jeweller says it wants to reduce its exposure after the cost of the precious metal has risen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2iY01KB

Why Target is under fire over Minnesota ICE raids

Workers are writing letters, staging strikes and in some cases resigning over how bosses are handling the immigration crackdown. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r9t6K5R

Funeral firm executives face fraud charges in court

Safe Hands collapsed in 2022, leaving 46,000 customers without the funeral plans they had paid for. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6s3unNi

Walmart becomes first retailer to hit $1tn market value

The milestone reflects the US retail giant's booming e-commerce business and investors' embrace of its AI investments. from BBC News https://ift.tt/U90DoNt

The Chinese planemaker taking on Boeing and Airbus

Comac's passenger jet is attracting customers in South East Asia where demand for affordable aircraft is growing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rF48jTH

EU has 'open mind' on UK customs union debate, says commissioner

Valdis Dombrovskis says the EU is willing to engage with Britain amid mounting global uncertainty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hlxUoPq

X offices raided in France as UK opens fresh investigation into Grok

Elon Musk's X and Grok platforms are facing increased scrutiny from authorities on both sides of the channel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lh4ndUZ

Starbucks bets on robots to brew a turnaround in customers

Chief executive Brian Niccol explains why he thinks AI will help the coffee giant regain its buzz. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sWgO9r3

Asda has lost its mojo and has a big fight to get it back

The industry data suggests that despite Asda embarking on a turnaround, it has been losing ground to rivals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MgSaphy

School pantries mean 'food on table' for families

Food pantries are run by schools in North Yorkshire in a bid to help parents, and tackle food waste. from BBC News https://ift.tt/azrPhwj

US Commerce Secretary Lutnick planned Epstein island visit, emails show

The emails show Lutnick and his family planned a trip to Little Saint James, a private island Epstein purchased in 1998. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vNrMEm9

Harry Styles and Anthony Joshua among UK's top taxpayers

The former One Direction member-turned-solo artist appears on the Sunday Times list for the first time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NhL3DUJ

Rare earths and data centres: India pushes local industry as global tensions rise

India's budget focuses on infrastructure and defence spending and tax breaks for data-centre investments. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rmEPSOf

'We hope it's not the end': Firm behind Prince George's baby shoes warns it may close

The Leicester-based family firm of 73 years said it has been hit by "prices going up, but demand going down". from BBC News https://ift.tt/vToOhte