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The Iran war is causing oil prices to soar - can China withstand it?

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 6:31pm
With oil supply disrupted, Beijing's oil reserves and renewable energy push are being put to the test.

US holds interest rates as Iran war triggers inflation fears

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 3:20pm
The US central bank is moving cautiously, despite pressure from the president to cut interest rates.

US holds interest rates as Iran war triggers oil shock

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 1:22pm
The US central bank is moving cautiously, despite pressure from the president to cut interest rates.

Computer says no. Are AI interviews making it harder to get a job?

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 12:03pm
Bhuvana Chilukuri has sent more than 100 job applications and is convinced very few have been seen by a human.

Computer says no. Are AI interviews making it harder to get a job?

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 12:03pm
Bhuvana Chilukuri has sent more than 100 job applications and is convinced very few have been seen by a human.

Oil nears $110 a barrel after gas field strike

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 11:06am
Iran's military warned it would take "decisive action" in response to the strike on its energy infrastructure.

Food pantry shuts as community shop announced

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 10:44am
The food pantry in Heath Town run by Hope Community Project will be turned into a community shop.

Bentley workers 'shocked and angry' at job cuts

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 10:38am
A union says the announcement came as a blow to employees with up to 275 positions at risk.

Bentley workers 'shocked and angry' at job cuts

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 10:38am
A union says the announcement came as a blow to employees with up to 275 positions at risk.

Average age of first time buyer climbs to 34

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 9:00am
A new report looks at how conditions have changed for first time buyers since the 1990s.

Average age of first time buyer climbs to 34

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 7:41am
A new report looks at how conditions have changed for first time buyers since the 1990s.

Average age of first time buyer climbs to 34

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 7:41am
A new report looks at how conditions have changed for first time buyers since the 1990s.

Have the 30 hours of funded childcare brought down costs for parents?

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 3:11am
Free childcare support for working parents varies across the UK, depending on the child's age.

From £12 to £1,000: how much is a prom dress really worth?

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 1:19am
Some families are splashing out hundreds on a school prom outfit - but many will only be worn once.

New community food store helps lower food bills

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 1:18am
The community grocery store in Crewe aims to bridge the gap between food banks and supermarkets.

Ad for AI editing app which said it could 'remove anything' banned

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 7:00pm
The UK regulator said the ad condoned "digitally altering and exposing women's bodies without their consent."

Ad for AI editing app which said it could 'remove anything' banned

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 7:00pm
The UK regulator said the ad condoned "digitally altering and exposing women's bodies without their consent."

Mayors to gain more spending power under Reeves tax plans

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 1:26pm
The chancellor sets out the government's plan for economic growth, which also includes closer ties to the EU.

Easter holidaymakers switching from Dubai to Spain as flights fill up

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 8:33am
It comes after the war in Iran caused mass disruption to flights across the Middle East and UAE.

More than 200 jobs at risk at carmaker Bentley

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 8:00am
The news comes as financial results for 2025 show a seventh consecutive year of profitability.

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