One in four UK driving tests taken in automatic cars
End of the road for manual drivers? More learners opt for automatics in testsEmer MoreauBusiness reporterGetty ImagesThe number of people taking their driving test in an automatic car is rising…
Why the US is expected to cut interest rates
Natalie ShermanBusiness reporterBloomberg/GettyIt's finally happening. After months of economic debate and mounting attacks from US President Donald Trump, the US central bank is poised to cut interest rates on Wednesday.The…
AI could boost UK economy by 10% in 5 years, says Microsoft boss
Zoe KleinmanTechnology editorGetty ImagesMicrosoft says its new $30bn (£22bn) investment in the UK's AI sector – its largest outside of the US - should significantly boost Britain's economy in the…
US president Donald Trump says he will sue New York Times for $15bn
US President Donald Trump has said he will sue the New York Times for $15bn (£11bn) over what he called defamation and libel."The New York Times has been allowed to…
Sky to cut 600 jobs in streaming expansion plans
Pritti MistryBusiness reporterSky is planning to cut 600 UK jobs as it looks to focus on its streaming services.The media organisation has launched a consultation on proposed changes, which affect…
UK hopes for 0% tariff on steel exports to US dashed
Simon JackBusiness editorA proposed deal to eliminate tariffs on UK steel exports to the US has been put on hold indefinitely, the BBC understands.Tariffs of 25% are currently applied to…
Tesla probed after reports of children trapped in cars
Danielle KayeBusiness reporterUS safety regulators have opened a probe focused on Tesla's electric-powered door handles, responding to reports that they suddenly stopped working, leaving children trapped in the cars. The…
Staffordshire’s Wedgwood factory in 90-day pause after low demand
Susie Rack andAlex McIntyreWest MidlandsGetty ImagesThe Wedgwood factory at Barlaston will shut for 90 days from 29 SeptemberCeramics firm Wedgwood is to pause production at its Staffordshire factory for 90…
What is the winter fuel payment worth and who will get it?
Kevin PeacheyCost of living correspondentGetty ImagesAbout nine million pensioners will get the winter fuel payment this year, following a government U-turn over eligibility.Ministers had been criticised for the 2024 decision…