The picturesque Dutch village set to charge tourists an entry fee
Zaanse Schans, popular for its windmills, has a population of just 100 people - but more than two million tourists will have visited this ye...
Gaming giant Electronic Arts bought in unprecedented $55bn deal
EA is known for making best-selling games such as EA FC, The Sims and Mass Effect. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i3mnPZe via IFTTT
Rethink
Why understanding zero-sum thinking can help explain modern politics and attitudes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g5Ulvzm via IFTTT
'Jaguar Land Rover supply chain workers are really struggling'
Rich Mulligan says the Coventry firm he works for has set up a foodbank for staff laid off by the JLR hack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G...
Reeves pushes for EU youth migration scheme ahead of Budget
The chancellor calls for an 'ambitious' deal as she looks to boost growth ahead of the 26 November Budget. from BBC News https://i...
Dad-of-three turns to food bank after job loss
Luke Harborne says his current situation is "really tough" and the food bank says he is not alone. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
'At our library you can borrow drills, telescopes and life jackets'
The Library of Things is part of a growing trend for borrowing items rather than buying them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/e4Lg3On via IF...
JLR suppliers with 'days of cash' left
Some businesses in the JLR supply chain have 'just seven to 10 days of cash left', an MP says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DMrfVd...
The bacteria turning waste plastic into painkillers
How did E. coli become such an essential tool for scientists and will anything replace it? from BBC News https://ift.tt/CLk48VZ via IFTTT...
Teaching union demands action over 'failing' pension scheme
The union says payment delays from the Teachers' Pension Scheme have left many in financial disarray. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Sez...
Trump claims a TikTok deal is done. Who would own it, and how would it work?
Trump says a deal is done but the details have not been confirmed by China or the app's owner ByteDance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
PM 'remains committed' to Northern Powerhouse Rail
Sir Keir said he wanted to "get it right" following the unravelling of HS2 plans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ayeQDxq via IFTT...
Farage urges Bank of England boss to stop bond sales
Reform UK argues the sell-off, started in 2022, is pushing up the government's borrowing costs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Mw4vj05 ...
YouTube content creators contributed £2.2bn to UK economy in 2024
The data has been released to coincide with the launch of a new group of MPs representing creators and influencers. from BBC News https://...
How will the EU's new border system work?
The EU's much-delayed Entry/Exit System will change the way UK passengers travel to 29 countries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AefKDZb...
Plan for energy bills with low standing charges
The regulator's plans could be in place by the end of January, but it warns total bills won't fall. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S...
Get behind a wealth tax, millionaire urges Lib Dems
A campaign group hopes to persuade politicians this autumn to hike taxes on the very wealthy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wC5Pb3y via IF...
UK forecast to have highest inflation among richest nations
The influential policy group lifts its forecast for UK inflation, saying it will be 3.5% in 2025. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IF9P18U vi...
TikTok algorithm to be retrained on US user data under Trump deal
White House officials claim the deal will be a win for the app's US users and American citizens. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DpB0Ao9 ...
Nvidia to invest $100bn in OpenAI
Nvidia says it will supply high-performance chips needed for OpenAI's data centres. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R0FleZh via IFTTT
Global conflicts drive demand for war risk insurance
Wars in Ukraine and the Middle East are fuelling take-up of cover against impact and damage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fHjJa1m via IFT...
Highest government borrowing in August for five years
Higher than expected borrowing adds to the pressure on the chancellor ahead of the Budget. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AyBpQ72 via IFTTT...
Electric aviation awaits a battery breakthrough
With batteries still too heavy, start-up plane makers are exploring hybrid options for new aircraft. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FKgYlq9 ...
'Labour must step up to help JLR supply chain'
Unite the Union has called on the government to implement a furlough scheme for supply chain workers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aq1oiS6...
Brendan Carr's emboldened FCC takes on Trump's media foes
But it is unclear to what extent media companies might push back - at the potential expense of their bottom line. from BBC News https://if...
What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed?
We look at the different circumstances that affect you if you're due a refund for cancelled or delayed flights. from BBC News https://...
Students 'overwhelmed' by managing finances
The average London student spends £1,269 per month on basics like rent and food, data suggests. from BBC News https://ift.tt/loZ7y5d via ...
Event to help islanders cut down on energy bills
Organisers say a number of businesses will be at the session to offer tips and advice to islanders. from BBC News https://ift.tt/urR0KfJ ...
MPs write to government over JLR supply chain jobs
West Midlands and Merseyside MPs have called for supply chain help after the JLR cyber attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BJy1es5 via I...
Why students like me are happier living at home
Research suggests the number of students planning to stay at home has doubled in the last 20 years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lnMSR3k ...
Planning approvals for new homes at record low, figures show
Planning approvals for new homes were at their lowest on record during Labour’s first year in office, figures show from BBC News https://i...
Interest rates expected to be held by Bank of England
The Bank rate was cut in August but many analysts do not expect any further reductions this year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KyIJcgi vi...
Ben & Jerry's co-founder quits over social activism row
His resignation marks the latest development in a dispute with parent company Unilever. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PDbWuvz via IFTTT
How long can the UK afford the pension triple lock?
The policy has been a success, but economists have raised questions around its fairness and its sustainability. from BBC News https://ift....
AI could boost UK economy by 10% in five years, says Microsoft boss
Boss Satya Nadella said it was the biggest investment the firm had made outside of the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WkwL9iQ via IFTTT...
JLR could face disruption until November after cyber hack, claim sources
The firm will restart production on 24 September but industry sources warn the impact could last longer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H8oj...
Why Trump's state visit is mired with potential pitfalls despite careful planning
Months of planning have gone into the state visit - but the Lord Mandelson question is not the only concern troubling insiders. from BBC N...
South Korean workers detained in US raid arrive home
Media and some protesters gather at the airport as more than 300 workers detained in the US last week return. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Will the latest iPhone kill off the Sim card?
The iPhone Air will only have an eSim - will other phone makers also shift away from the familiar - but fiddly - plastic cards? from BBC N...
Unlimited contactless cards may lead to spending sprees
Spontaneous spending is likely to rise if the £100 limit on contactless cards is scrapped, academics say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6NS...
Warner Bros Discovery shares surge on buyout reports
The reported bid would be for a business which includes news network CNN, HBO, and the film studio behind Barbie and Harry Potter. from BB...
Jaguar Land Rover shutdown extended to next week
Staff in Solihull, Halewood and Wolverhampton have been told not to come into work until Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vCUYgVj ...
'We are playing with fire': Fears persist over battery storage
More battery energy storage facilities are needed around the world, but fire risks remain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nNEsyeU via IFTTT...
Ministers must do more on Lifetime Isa reform, say MPs
The Treasury Committee says the complex product, used by first-time buyers, needs an overhaul. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GuNDF5A via I...
Primark-owner shares sink after consumer spending warning
Shoppers are concerned about rising inflation, said George Weston, chief executive of ABF, the owner of Primark. from BBC News https://ift...
Contactless card payments could become unlimited
Card providers would be allowed to set their own contactless card payment limit, under the regulator's plans. from BBC News https://if...
Car finance compensation should be paid next year
Millions of motorists are in line for payouts after being mis-sold loans to buy new and used cars. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LboXthg v...
Murdochs reach deal in succession battle over media empire
Lachlan Murdoch will retain control of the conservative Fox and News Corp empire under the deal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YQDKsg2 via...
Londoners turn to bikes and buses in Tube strike
Members of the RMT union are staging a walkout until Thursday over terms and conditions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0XVHQFf via IFTTT
Spurs 'not for sale' as owner rejects buyout interest
Board says club's owner has "unequivocally rejected" two expressions of interest in buying it. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Free school uniform shop moves to cope with demand
Second Chance says it has a bigger store after being "inundated" with parents asking for support. from BBC News https://ift.tt/e...
Hundreds of South Koreans detained in massive ICE raid at Hyundai plant
Most of the 475 arrested were from South Korea, leading the country to express concern about the rights of those in custody. from BBC News...
The green steel firms looking to revive US steelmaking
Start-up firms have pilot plants for making steel with low carbon emissions, but can they scale up? from BBC News https://ift.tt/znXTPj6 ...
US job market weakens further in August, raising fears over economy
Employers added just 22,000 jobs last month, fewer than expected, while the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3%. from BBC News https://ift...
Funding extension for school holiday club scheme
The government is funding another three years of the Time2Move programme for children. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hGMDp1a via IFTTT
Trump's tariffs are pushing food and drink exporters closer to China
Agricultural brokers tell the BBC there has been a surge of interest from exporters in trade with China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yvoq...
UK borrowing costs ease as bond market calms
Government bond yields fall after hitting highest level since 1998 earlier in the week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qsm9Ky1 via IFTTT
World's largest sports piracy site shut down by police
The take-down of the site has been championed as a major victory for live sports broadcasters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DNVo68P via I...
Will drones deliver your next hot food order?
A Swedish firm hopes that drones will open up a new market for hot food delivery. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oipfbZn via IFTTT
Topshop will return to High Street in 2026
The comeback in February 2026 will come five years after the chain closed its stores. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qo0dhlF via IFTTT
Gold price hits record high as investors seek safety
Experts say uncertainty resulting from US policy is making investors seek safer investments such as gold. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8qF...
Trump and sons' stake in crypto firm worth $5bn
World Liberty Financial, launched by the Trumps during the presidential campaign, begins trading. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1TEgvAK vi...
Nestle fires boss after romantic relationship with employee
The food giant says Laurent Freixe had an "undisclosed" relationship with "a direct subordinate". from BBC News https:...
How sheer luck made this tiny Caribbean island millions from its web address
Anguilla has the internet domain .ai and is earning a fortune selling the address to tech firms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ygwEkpO via...
Parents' dread as cost of attending school mounts
One parent says she starts planning months in advance for the costs of the new school term. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iqVIQjp via IFTT...
Tories pledge to get all oil and gas out of North Sea
The government warns Kemi Badenoch's plans would "only accelerate the worsening climate crisis". from BBC News https://ift.t...
Rough sleeper centre to offer safe spaces to women
The Garden House said it had a "challenging summer" with a new visitor every day. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ws4rnt9 via IFTT...
P&O Ferries boss who sacked 800 staff quits
Chief executive Peter Hebblethwaite led the company when it sacked hundreds of staff in March 2022. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v7Cxnh5 ...
How AI is helping a tiny Caribbean island make millions
Anguilla has the internet domain .ai and is earning a fortune selling the address to tech firms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ygwEkpO via...
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