Trump threatens tariffs on countries selling oil to Cuba
Getty ImagesUS President Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on countries that supply oil to Cuba, as Washington steps up its pressure on the Caribbean nation. The proposed new…
Venezuelan MPs approve bill to open up oil sector to private firms
Ione WellsSouth America correspondentAFP via Getty ImagesVenezuela has the largest proven oil reserves in the worldVenezuela's National Assembly has approved a reform of the country's hydrocarbons law that will allow…
Apple reports best-ever iPhone sales as Mac dips
Kali HaysTechnology reporterEPASales of the iPhone hit an all-time high in the final three months of last year, tech firm Apple reported on Thursday.Revenue rose by 16% compared to the…
Visit the North Sea oilfield where CO2 is pumped under the seabed
Visit the North Sea oil field used to store greenhouse gasAdrienne MurrayTechnology Reporter, Esbjerg, DenmarkIneos EnergyThe Siri platform is the hub for the Greensand Future project"Prepare for an offshore landing,"…
Why the US dollar hit a four-year low and could fall further
Natalie ShermanBusiness reporterSimpleImages via GettyAfter a dramatic 2025, when US President Donald Trump's tariff announcements sent the dollar tumbling, traders of the currency were expecting a quieter year. Recent weeks…
Millions to get £150 off energy bills for further five years
Jemma CrewBusiness reporterGetty ImagesAround six million low-income households will continue to receive £150 off their winter energy bills after the government confirmed its Warm Home Discount will remain for five…
Planning bids for new homes rise in England but building remains low, data suggests
Daniel WainwrightData journalist, BBC VerifyPA MediaThe number of planning applications for new homes in England is at its highest level for four years, new data shared with BBC Verify suggests.Applications…
Rates: ‘Relief’ for pubs and hotels as rates revaluation halted
Patrick Fee,Niall Glynn,Hayley HalpinandBrendan Hughes,BBC News NI BBCCiaran Smyth says he is "incredibly relieved" by the newsBusiness owners have spoken of relief after Finance Minister John O'Dowd announced a pause…
Ministers reject Waspi calls for compensation after rethink
Kevin Peachey,Cost of living correspondentandEmer Moreau,Business reporterGetty ImagesWomen affected by changes to the state pension age have reacted with fury after ministers again rejected their claim for compensation.The government reconsidered…