UK borrowing costs fall as investors' nerves ease
The cost of UK government borrowing falls and the pound rallies as the PM says he works "in lockstep" with Rachel Reeves.
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'£54k to rent five phones is killing my business'
A BBC investigation uncovers the crippling costs of telecoms services faced by small firms.
Ford recalls more than 200,000 vehicles with software glitch due to crash risk
18 models affected by malfunction that could increase crash risk.
Trump calls on US central bank head to quit immediately
The president has repeatedly criticised Jerome Powell for not cutting rates but has sent mixed signals about removing him from the role.
Microsoft to cut up to 9,000 jobs as it invests in AI
The US tech giant will axe 4% of its global workforce and plough money into artificial intelligence.
Oscar Mayer turkey bacon products recalled over possible listeria contamination
A listeria outbreak linked to Boar’s Head deli meats led to 10 deaths and more than 60 illnesses last year.
How secret ‘side deal’ helped seal Paramount’s $16M settlement with Trump — and here’s who deserves the credit
The move should now clear the way for Paramount's long-awaited sale to independent studio Skydance.
Why the world's superyachts are getting bigger and bigger
Billionaires and multimillionaires around the globe are trading up for more space and luxury.
Citroen owners left stranded over airbag safety risk
An estimated 120,000 drivers have been told not to use their vehicles following a fatal accident in France.
Reeves' five choices to turn government finances around
The chancellor's financial wriggle room has shrunk after welform reforms were watered down.
Student loan borrowers could see payments spike under Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ bill: ‘People are panicking right now’
Changes under the GOP spending bill will hit borrowers taking out loans next summer and any point after, as well as the 8 million Americans stuck in limbo on the SAVE plan.
Donald Trump Jr.-backed GrabAGun going public
It's the latest sign that non-woke companies are welcome on Wall Street.
Paramount CEO claims Trump legal settlement avoided ‘reputational damage’ — but insiders cry BS: ‘Can spin it any way he wants’
"What the f-k is he talking about? The damage has already been done," a veteran CBS journalist told The Post on Wednesday.
McDonald’s introduces sweet, spicy summer menu items
McDonald's is preparing to turn up the heat this summer with the introduction of some spicy menu items.
Trump announces trade deal with Vietnam
The US plans to charge 20% tariffs on Vietnamese goods - less than half the rate set to go into effect next week.
Trump adds at least $620 million to his net worth thanks to crypto investments: report
Bloomberg’s analysis shows that digital assets and crypto-linked ventures have rapidly become the most lucrative part of Trump's portfolio.
Private sector lost 33K jobs in the last month — in first drop in over 2 years
Job growth has ebbed as businesses grapple with trade policy uncertainty, but companies have not yet resorted to widespread layoffs, keeping the labor market afloat.
Chinese tech firms gaining fast on Silicon Valley in AI race: report
Experts are raising concerns that Beijing could use the tech for strategic military advancements and the spread of disinformation.
Borrowing costs jump and pound falls on Chancellor's tears
Markets react after a tearful appearance by Rachel Reeves in parliament after welfare reform u-turn.
Meta denies report that CEO Mark Zuckerberg offered top AI talent up to $300M
So far, at least 11 prominent researchers have joined from OpenAI as well as Google DeepMind and Anthropic.
MSNBC, CNN see dramatic declines in viewership — while Fox News continues to dominate: Nielsen
Fox News Channel extended its reign as the most-watched cable news network in both total day and primetime viewership, according to Nielsen data.
White House denies Mark Zuckerberg was ‘asked to leave’ Oval Office meeting about F-47 fighter jet
“He was not asked to leave,” the official said. “He popped in to say hello at the President’s request, and then left to wait for his meeting with POTUS to begin, which was scheduled to occur after the meeting with the pilots.”
This part of the tri-state area could become the next top film destination
The home state of Hollywood A-listers like Meryl Streep, Jack Nicholson and Michael B. Jordan, New Jersey is staying true to its star-studded roots, becoming one of the nation's most sought-after film destinations in recent years.
Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac boss urges Congress probe Fed’s Jerome Powell over ‘deceptive’ testimony on ‘Palace of Versailles’ $2.5B HQ
FHFA Director William Pulte demanded that Powell be probed by lawmakers and suggested he could even be fired by President Trump.
Del Monte Foods files for bankruptcy as 139-year-old food icon seeks sale
The 139-year old company hosts names like canned fruits and vegetables brand Del Monte, College Inn, under which it sells broth and stocks, and tea brands like Joyba.
LA hotel owners sound alarm as $30 minimum wage threatens to cause mass closures
Los Angeles hotel operators are fighting a $30 minimum wage hike that was passed by the city council, amid a struggle with "profitability."
Amazon Prime members brace for sticker shock as price hike predicted
The cost of an Amazon Prime membership could potentially rise next year, according to Wall Street analysts.
Microsoft to slash 9,000 jobs in latest brutal cut amid AI push: report
The layoffs will impact less than 4% of Microsoft’s global workforce, impacting workers across different teams with varying levels of experience, according to a report.
Five things we now know about the fire that shut Heathrow down
A report into a fire that resulted in Heathrow Airport shutting down for nearly a day has been released - what are the key findings?
Tesla deliveries plunge 14% in latest quarter, and Elon Musk faces 2nd straight annual sales drop
Tesla posted another big drop in quarterly deliveries on Wednesday as demand falters due to backlash over Musk's political stance and an aging vehicle lineup.
Tesla deliveries fall for second quarter in a row
Elon Musk's controversial role in the Trump administration has been blamed for the collapse in sales.
Corona, Modelo brewer takes double whammy as Trump tariffs squeeze margins — and ICE crackdown slams sales
Constellation also sells wine and craft spirits, but its beer business is the real money maker, accounting for roughly 80% of total revenue.
Ferrari is looking less like a carmaker and more like Hermès
But will it thrive in the electric age?
Amazon will soon employ more robots than humans as 1 million machines toil across facilities: report
Three-quarters of Amazon’s global deliveries are now assisted in some way by robots, according to the company.
Gold-selling frenzy in NYC’s Diamond District sparks cash shortages: ‘This is a new experience’
As gold prices hit all-time highs, owners of vintage baubles and family heirlooms are scrambling to trade them for dollars.
Looking to sell your gold to NYC’s Diamond District? Follow these steps to get the best deal
"If you are selling stolen goods you are not going to come to my business," Ben Tseytlin of Bullion Exchanges said.
Melinda French Gates says ‘outside’ factors in Bill Gates marriage led to divorce: ‘I kept pushing it away’
The 60-year-old philanthropist revealed that despite the high stakes the divorce had brought about, her decision ultimately came from a personal place.
GameStop customers could receive cash payout following settlement over alleged privacy breach
The class-action lawsuit, filed by Alejandro Aldana and Scott Gallie, accused GameStop of sharing customers' personal information without their consent.
