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Apple referred for possible criminal contempt investigation

The tech giant had been ordered in 2021 to allow greater competition and open the App Store up to outside payment options. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GFEbdfN

'We don't care': A defiant China looks beyond Trump's America

Chinese exporters tell the BBC if the US doesn't want their goods, "other countries have money" to buy them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P4tsCcn

Deported gang members get second chance at call centre

In the Mexican city of Tijuana a number of firms are employing people who were removed from the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CFUKa7s

'We want to trade': Vietnam's future caught between the US and China again

The South East Asian country is on a path to prosperity, 50 years after the end of the Vietnam War. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T3rkQ6P

Warning shops could be forced to accept cash in future

There is no data on how widely cash is accepted which puts the UK at risk of becoming cashless, a report warns. from BBC News https://ift.tt/csjHuL0

Graduates turned down by supermarkets as vacancies drop

Young people say it is harder than ever to get a job after uni with some being turned down by supermarkets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7yj4PBi

What is bug hunting and why is it changing?

Bug hunters make money by funding flaws in software, but AI is changing the way they work. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EsiYZXy

Plans to extend sugar tax to milkshakes

The tax will be applied to manufacturers of milk-based drinks and dairy-based substitutes, under the plans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vQXDaNu

ChatGPT AI bot adds shopping to its powers

The move is a challenge to tech rivals such as Google as well as other websites offering product reviews. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tlQPYbq

School uniforms 'to get cheaper' for millions under new law

The government says it will save parents £50 a year, but retailers say it could end up costing more. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9Y6qA7P

There are signs Trump could be ready to retreat on tariffs

BBC economic editor Faisal Islam on what comes next for the US president's central economic policy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QSj7NgT

How Armenia is trying to build a Silicon Valley in the Caucasus

The country is aiming to boost its technology sector by training children in tech from a young age. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Rxki9jS

Struggling students skip meals as living costs rise

Kardo Mina, a final year student who also works part-time, says he regularly swaps meals for coffee. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xZ7MytR

M&S online disruption a 'bruise' to reputation, analyst says

Online orders have been paused on the retail giant's website and app since Friday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/khEg2I8

What in the World

The office-core aesthetic isn’t just about style from BBC News https://ift.tt/d8bC2lP

Mortgages under 4% are back but dangers lurk for borrowers

There is greater competition among mortgage firms but no guarantee that rates will keep falling, brokers say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7Xt9uKZ

Mortgages under 4% are back but dangers lurk for borrowers

There is greater competition among mortgage firms but no guarantee that rates will keep falling, brokers say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7Xt9uKZ

The Inquiry

Why Donald Trump has chosen to upend global trading from BBC News https://ift.tt/IgtuxHB

The Briefing Room

Can the UK become an AI superpower as the government hopes? from BBC News https://ift.tt/Rs7kaEo

Could South America benefit from Trump's trade tariffs?

Countries in the continent may see exports rise as both the US and China need new suppliers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tqibkvj

California passes Japan as fourth largest economy

The US state expresses worries that President Donald Trump's tariffs could stunt future growth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SWmCjRa

Ocado apologises to Mumsnet over 'hateful political views' comment

Mumsnet's founder says a number of advertisers have pulled out over the site's gender discussions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MPg3q9e

Who will win the race to develop a humanoid robot?

Humanoid robots are attracting a lot of investment but will China dominate the industry? from BBC News https://ift.tt/wb5EzLN

Ed Miliband 'considering' regional energy pricing

Ed Miliband says "zonal pricing" or reformed national pricing are the only available options to overhaul the energy market. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q4gz3dJ

'We have had children hurt because of no carpets'

A Halifax charity says it has fitted carpets to more than 400 homes to help struggling families. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ehEcIx3

Trump crypto soars as president offers dinner to top holders

The meme coin's website says its 220 top investors will be invited to a gala event with the president. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o0H1yOs

Tesla profits plunge amid Musk backlash

The company warned that "changing political sentiment" could hurt its sales. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B7kY2Vj

Free breakfast club trial 'will make life easier'

High Green Primary School in Sheffield is part of a government pilot providing free breakfast clubs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FpMaAdn

Global growth forecast slashed by IMF over tariff impact

The US suffers the biggest downgrade to growth among advanced economies, in the influential International Monetary Fund's latest forecast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JdtZYus

Extra financial grants to help with cost of living

People living in East Yorkshire can apply for the grant to help with food and energy costs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4aQrGE5

US sets tariffs of up to 3,521% on South East Asia solar panels

Several Chinese solar companies with factories across the region could face steep new tariffs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ErHle73

Care homes 'risk bankruptcy' due to NI rises

Industry association Care and Support West says it is likely some small providers will struggle. from BBC News https://ift.tt/svXa8xV

China slams nations trying to 'appease' US in trade deals

Beijing was responding to reports that the US will pressure other nations to restrict trade with China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S017ugs

'I was careful and followed instructions closely, but still lost my crypto'

A customer's experience highlights issues dealing with cryptocurrency, where many regular banking safeguards do not apply. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qgI8zJM

Five ways for first-time buyers to get on the housing ladder

Mortgage experts share their tips for anyone starting out on the journey to owning their own home. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s0IQROG

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

Why Steven Levitt swapped academia for podcasting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ul1Ci0B

The Briefing Room

What cards does China hold in the trade war with the US? from BBC News https://ift.tt/fi0M9h3

Starmer and Trump discuss 'productive' trade talks

The men held their first call since the US president imposed tariffs on UK goods earlier this month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/olvnwIm

Designed in US, made in China: Why Apple is stuck

China sits at the heart of Apple's supply chain - and has benefited hugely from it. Can they break up? from BBC News https://ift.tt/89LdNlu

'Lifeline' hub helping families with help and advice

The organisation began as a Facebook group to redistribute old clothing seven years ago. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7Dj1BpO

Why everyone is suddenly so interested in US bond markets

What is happening with US bonds, why Donald Trump cares and how ordinary Americans could be affected. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ndk80Ss

US lays out plans to hit Chinese ships with port fees

The charges will start in 180 days and rise in the coming years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WN8zh2w

Tesla whistleblower wins legal battle against Elon Musk

Engineer Cristina Balan raised a safety concern about a design flaw which could affect the cars' braking in 2014. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lmUbeX9

Why China curbing rare earth exports is a huge blow to the US

As the trade war continues to escalate, China has hit back at Trump by suspending exports of rare earth minerals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Mtfba16

'Getting Instagram to fix my account was almost traumatising'

Small businesses say Meta is not helping them recover their hacked Instagram and Facebook accounts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nQd7Vuq

Tariffs will hit US economy and raise prices, says Fed boss

Jerome Powell, chair of the Federal Reserve, said Donald Trump's new import taxes were larger than expected. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NR9ko0s

UK inflation falls as price of petrol comes down

Inflation falls in the year to March as the price of petrol drops. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eiVPMTR

The perils of Trump's chips strategy: the US will struggle to take on Asia

America is trying to create a chip industry through isolation and protectionism, when what allowed it to emerge in Asia is the opposite: collaboration from BBC News https://ift.tt/KBysdRu

Nvidia expects $5.5bn hit as US tightens chip export rules to China

The chip manufacturing giant, which has been at the heart of the AI boom, will require licences to export its H20 AI chip to China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Fg2UZYn

Biggest choice of low-deposit mortgages for 17 years

First-time buyers will welcome the greater choice although prices are still on the rise. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YgHyo6k

Parents 'punished' by highest childcare costs in Britain

Childcare costs for parents of under-twos in Wales are more expensive than anywhere else in Britain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a4u0dk2

Government races to keep British Steel furnaces burning

Ministers are working to obtain coal to power the site's furnaces after passing an emergency law to take control of the company. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D3vsdlh

Was China the reason Guyana faced higher Trump tariff?

A Guyanese political commentator says Washington objects to Beijing's "very strong foothold" in the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cDRuJQO

Royal Mail: The curious case of why a billionaire wants to buy what looks like a fading relic

From the end of April, the 500-year-old Royal Mail will be controlled by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky who co-owns a football club - but why does he want it? from BBC News https://ift.tt/QnxBIhy

'I can't keep up' - Trump's changing tariffs leave shoppers feeling paralysed

The rapid change of Trump's tariff policy has shoppers wondering if they should stock up or just wait this out. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6tPUhAv

Trump exempts smartphones and computers from new tariffs

The move comes after concerns that tech prices could skyrocket, as many gadgets are made in China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WPn5sKO

A bitter price hike in US coffee shops after tariffs

Higher prices are worrying independent US coffee shops, which import almost all their beans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/35HZ7el

Government aims to take control of British Steel

Parliament will be recalled on Saturday in a bid to save the firm's Scunthorpe plant. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1MJ2TcF

Jobs fears as disability scheme owes businesses thousands

One firm says it is owed £186,000 by the Access to Work scheme and is worried it may have to close. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IdrCzDy

Watch: What's behind Trump's 90-day tariffs pause?

News of the US president's plan to halt higher-band taxes came as a surprise on Wednesday, but was it part of a plan? from BBC News https://ift.tt/FWy1uBh

Investors facing tariff turmoil: 'It's fastest finger first'

Traders are trying to reckon with impact of Trump's shifting tariff policy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v3Lh0lq

Tesco expects lower profits amid price war fears

Its forecasting profits of between £2.7bn and £3bn compared with the £3.1bn it made for the financial year that's just ended. from BBC News https://ift.tt/V68GAJb

The plans to put data centres in orbit and on the Moon

Proponents say space-based data centres will be more secure, but sceptics say big hurdles remain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vFZfdS9

US stocks surge after White House pauses some tariffs for negotiations

But Trump also raises tariffs on goods from China to at least 125% "effective immediately". from BBC News https://ift.tt/O8MLhmS

India cuts rates as Trump's tariffs put growth at risk

India's central bank has cut interest rates by 0.25% and lowered its growth projections for this year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rxs60Vb

As Trump hikes tariffs again, nervous businesses weigh what comes next

Business owners say the rapid change in US trade policy, including major tariffs on China, has left operations in flux. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IFuSNP5

Councils offer grants to help with living costs

More than 400 households have successfully applied, with £150 going directly into their accounts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qwm1CnS

The Canadians and Danes boycotting American products

As anger grows over Trump's tariffs, apps and social media groups are helping people avoid US goods. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2eSIcYN

The homebuyers who lost thousands when their off-plan dream turned sour

Enrico and Luciana Marini put money down on a flat in Leeds in 2021, only for it later to be devalued. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GfdbsZF

A revolution is underway in India's trainer industry

India wants to boost the domestic trainer industry but will small domestic makers suffer? from BBC News https://ift.tt/cz50GEh

Chris Mason: What can Starmer do in a world buffeted by Trump?

The government is leaning into this moment of turbulence but can it make a difference. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XcIP8Rh

Faisal Islam: This is the biggest change to global trade in 100 years

The impact of the tariffs will be huge, with significant changes to long-standing global avenues of trade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6mtGJDX

Boost for carers and pensioners as new tax year starts

The state pension has risen by 4.1% and carers can work more hours will keeping a key benefit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dYnBIaW

Boost for carers and pensioners as new tax year starts

The state pension has risen by 4.1% and carers can work more hours will keeping a key benefit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dYnBIaW

How PM might tackle impact of Trump tariffs

The BBC understands the PM is considering several options to mitigate the impact of US tariffs on the UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sEQPvGw

Defiant Trump officials vow to stay course as countries scramble over tariffs

The US commerce secretary says a 10% "baseline" tariff on imports will definitely stay in place for weeks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HoPXW2V

Globalisation era has ended, says Treasury minister

Sir Keir Starmer has suggested there could be state intervention to protect UK business from tariffs introduced by Donald Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fEuH1kY

Heathrow warned by airlines about power supply days before shutdown

MPs hear the airport was warned about power supply resilience days before the disruptive closure. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UaH6DPL

Families learn healthy recipes using a slow cooker

Sutton Council has been providing free lessons in an effort to tackle food poverty in the area. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5QjgGz3

Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy

What made the US step back from the system that it profited handsomely from for decades? from BBC News https://ift.tt/6QJEa5M

Tariffs have shaken the markets - how worried should we be?

Workers are right to fear for their pensions, but the greater worry is the here and now - the economy they live in. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YcpIdyU

How might tariffs change the price of Nike's iconic trainers?

What impact will the introduction of hefty tariffs on countries in Asia have on Nike's iconic US shoe? from BBC News https://ift.tt/YdUA7XQ

Spain tackles housing 'social emergency' as rents double in a decade

The Spanish government is moving to make renting more affordable and boost the supply of homes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3Ny8B5w

Trump extends deadline to keep TikTok running in US

The president has granted the app a second 75-day extension to comply with a law that requires it to either sell its US assets or face a ban. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pDsctWm

Watch: Key moments in Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs announcement

The US president said universal 10% tariffs would go into effect for all countries starting 5 April. from BBC News https://ift.tt/79mvpNr

Free Thinking

Muriel Zagha, Prof Sam Friedman, Lord Willetts, Lisa Holdsworth and Prof Melinda Mills. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jRohqXp

Trump tariffs 'could cost NI firms £100m'

Tariffs of 20% on NI goods entering the US could cost local businesses at least £100m in lost sales. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tAHOBMD

'National Insurance rise may force us to close'

Charities and childcare centres say they are being hit by the tax increase but cannot raise prices. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jPXrw4x

Trump-endorsed news channel sees shares surge 2,200%

Conservative US cable TV channel Newsmax started trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Monday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/c0GvbM3

Trump is pressing the nuclear option on tariffs

The option of a 20% universal tariff is the only way to get to some of the massive revenues of trillions of dollars claimed by some of his advisers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CuH8fyd

UK has best chance to overturn tariffs, says Reynolds

Jonathan Reynolds says the UK will be hit by tariffs on Wednesday but can reach a deal to get an exemption. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fbsgnDV