Junk food ads banned to tackle childhood obesity
The government hopes a ban on junk food adverts will prompt manufacturers to develop healthier recipes....
FTSE 100 hits 10,000 mark for first time
A rally on the first trading day of the new year has taken London’s main share index through the milestone....
China’s BYD set to overtake Tesla as world’s top EV seller
It would mark the first time the Chinese firm has outpaced its American rival for annual sales....
Why everything from your phone to your PC may get pricier in 2026
The price of Ram – once one of the cheapest computer parts – has more than doubled since October 2025....
Crypto users forced to share account details with tax officials
The move is designed to ensure people pay all relevant tax on buying and selling crypto....
Eurostar delays enter second day as passengers stuck onboard for hours overnight
Eurostar says it plans to run all of its services on Wednesday but there may still be delays and cancellations....
Work continues overnight to fix Eurostar and Eurotunnel issue
Passengers were left stranded and looking for alternative routes after power issues in the Channel Tunnel....
Gold and silver see rollercoaster end to blockbuster year
The price of gold soared by more than 60% this year to hit a record high of more than $4,549....
Protests spread across Iran for third day after currency hits record low
The Iranian rial hit a record low against the US dollar on Sunday, prompting shopkeepers in Tehran to stage protests, which have quickly spread....
Octopus Energy to spin off $8.65bn tech arm Kraken
The energy firm sells a $1bn stake in its technology arm Kraken, paving the way for its demerger....
