Social media firms asked to toughen up age checks for under-13s
Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube and Roblox are among the platforms UK regulators say aren’t putting children’s safety at the heart of their products....
What role has cyber warfare played in Iran?
Militaries are often cagey about their cyber activities. But the US has hinted at the role it has played....
Countries agree to record release of emergency oil reserves as prices surge
The G7 group of nations welcomes the idea of releasing oil in response to the surge in prices since the US-Israel war with Iran began...
Mortgage rates rise and deals pulled over Iran war turmoil
Average mortgage rates hit highest since last August in the biggest upheaval since the mini-Budget....
Wildlife to replace historical figures on banknotes
The public will help choose which animals and birds will appear on the Bank of England’s new notes....
Deal needed to restore trade routes, boss of shipping giant tells BBC
The head of the world’s second biggest shipping firm called for freedom of navigation to be restored....
Meta urged to boost oversight of fake AI videos
Meta’s advisers say its methods for policing AI videos are inadequate, especially at times of crisis....
Google employee loses tribunal claim after sexual harassment complaint
Judge rejects case brought by the senior worker who alleged she was made redundant after reporting a manager for sharing inappropriate stories about his swinger...
British Airways to suspend UK repatriation flights – latest on travel from Middle East
BA cancels more Middle East flights until 28 March, following Iranian strikes across the region in retaliation to US and Israeli bombardment....
Oil prices plunge after Trump warns Iran over Strait of Hormuz
The oil price reached nearly $120 a barrel on Monday over fears of lengthy disruption to supplies....