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Oil crosses $110 a barrel after gas field strike

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Iran's military warned it would take "decisive action" in response to the strike on its energy infrastructure.

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How Finnish supermarkets are central to the country's defence

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The chains all have detailed plans to follow in the event of the nation going to war.

UK sets target to boost steel making and cut imports

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Up to half of steel used in Britain should be made there, the government says, as it announces its steel strategy.

Labubu film is official with Paddington director at the helm

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The film will combine live action and computer-generated animation and is in "early development".

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The Iran war is causing a global energy crisis - can China withstand it?

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With oil supply disrupted, Beijing's oil reserves and renewable energy push are being put to the test.

Wednesday, Mar 18

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US holds interest rates as Iran war triggers inflation fears

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The US central bank is moving cautiously, despite pressure from the president to cut interest rates.

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

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Bhuvana Chilukuri has sent more than 100 job applications and is convinced very few have been seen by a human.

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Food pantry shuts as community shop announced

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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

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A union says the announcement came as a blow to employees with up to 275 positions at risk.

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Inside Health

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James Gallagher examines the outbreak of bacterial meningitis in Kent.

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

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Free childcare support for working parents varies across the UK, depending on the child's age.

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

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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

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The community grocery store in Crewe aims to bridge the gap between food banks and supermarkets.

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

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The UK regulator said the ad condoned "digitally altering and exposing women's bodies without their consent."

Tuesday, Mar 17

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Tech Life

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The effect of screen time on young children. Plus a listener tells us his AI voice story.

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Mayors to gain more spending power under Reeves tax plans

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The chancellor sets out the government's plan for economic growth, which also includes closer ties to the EU.

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More than 200 jobs at risk at carmaker Bentley

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The news comes as financial results for 2025 show a seventh consecutive year of profitability.

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Electricity costs set to rise in Alderney

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Electricity costs will rise in Alderney to help ensure the long-term stability of the energy supply.

Typical new mortgage costs soar £788 a year in two weeks

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Lenders have hiked rates on new deals and withdrawn products as war creates uncertainty in the markets.

Free energy packs 'to reduce bills by up to £800'

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Citizens Advice is offering the packs and advice to residents in Beverley, Bridlington and Goole.

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Another former sub postmaster dies awaiting payout

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Tributes are paid to Parmod Kalia who ran a branch in Orpington, who has died aged 67.

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Trump seeks to delay meeting with Xi in China

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The escalating war in Iran has overshadowed many of the US' foreign policy objectives

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Sinn Féin shirking responsibilities on oil bills, says Lyons

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The communities minister was giving his reaction to the £17m support package announced by the UK government.

Rural areas 'let down' by lack of oil regulation

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Joe Morris believes heating oil should have had a price cap introduced like energy and electricity.

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AI firm Anthropic seeks weapons expert to stop users from 'misuse'

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The artificial intelligence firm says it wants to prevent "catastrophic misuse" of its systems.

Is it possible to build a plastic-free home?

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Using plastic in construction is cheap and easy, but some are trying to radically cut back its use.

Train Delay Repay rule changes to make claims easier

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There will also be additional checks on railcards during a trial to crack down on fraud.

Easter holidaymakers switching from Dubai to Spain as flights fill up

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It comes after the war in Iran caused mass disruption to flights across the Middle East and UAE.

Monday, Mar 16

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Trump 'not happy' with UK response to Iran conflict

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It comes after Sir Keir Starmer said the UK was working with allies on a plan to protect the Strait of Hormuz.

Teens sue Musk's xAI over Grok's pornographic images of them

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Musk's AI chatbot has created millions of fake sexualised images, experts say.