White House staff told not to place bets on prediction markets
The platforms have grown in popularity, with some users making bets on global events.
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TV for dogs booms but are they watching?
TV channels for dogs are multiplying but research is mixed on whether dogs are watching.
View Full Story09-Apr-2026 - Source: BBC News
Hot in the city: Energy crisis tests Singapore's air-con addiction
The rise in energy prices has hit Asia particularly hard as many nations are heavily reliant on Gulf oil.
View Full Story09-Apr-2026 - Source: BBC News
New EU border checks - what British travellers need to know
British travellers heading on their spring and summer holidays face changes at borders after the introduction of the EU's Entry/Exit System (EES).
View Full Story09-Apr-2026 - Source: Sky News
OpenAI pauses UK data centre deal over energy costs and regulation
The project was part of a package of tech investment promising the UK could become an AI superpower.
View Full Story09-Apr-2026 - Source: BBC News
Diesel and jet fuel shortages for some time, IMF warns
The world will experience diesel and jet fuel shortages "for some time" because of the war in Iran, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
View Full Story09-Apr-2026 - Source: Sky News
Brits facing extra EU border checks, as 'technical difficulties' hamper new system
British travellers heading on their spring and summer holidays face changes at borders after the introduction of the EU's Entry/Exit System (EES).
View Full Story09-Apr-2026 - Source: Sky News
Jo Malone hopes 'sense will prevail' in lawsuit over her name
The British perfume designer and Zara are being sued by Estée Lauder over a collaboration.
View Full Story09-Apr-2026 - Source: BBC News
Ships remain cautious approaching Strait of Hormuz amid fragile ceasefire
Only a few vessels have crossed the strait since the US-Iran ceasefire deal, according to BBC Verify analysis.
View Full Story09-Apr-2026 - Source: BBC News
Lidl begins building its first ever pub
The development is an unusual consequence of Northern Ireland's strict licensing laws.
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UK farmers warn Iran ceasefire too late to stop higher food costs
Despite a ceasefire, the Iran war will continue to affect farmers' costs and therefore food prices.
View Full Story09-Apr-2026 - Source: BBC News
22,000 students told to pay back 'mis-sold' maintenance loans
Those affected have been told their courses were never eligible for maintenance or childcare loans
View Full Story09-Apr-2026 - Source: BBC News
EU fingerprint and photo travel rules come into force
The EU's much-delayed Entry/Exit System will change the way UK passengers travel to 29 countries.
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'Even if Iran war ends now, farmers' costs will have to be passed on'
Despite a ceasefire, the Iran war will continue to affect farmers' costs and therefore food prices.
View Full Story08-Apr-2026 - Source: BBC News
The construction boss who built a new life after three years in prison
Traci Quinn, who was jailed for a drugs offence, has transformed herself and set up a successful firm.
View Full Story08-Apr-2026 - Source: BBC News
Why fuel and food prices could still be affected for months
Analysts fear long-lasting economic damage has already been set in motion.
View Full Story08-Apr-2026 - Source: BBC News
Why it could take months for fuel and food prices to return to normal
Analysts fear long-lasting economic damage has already been set in motion.
View Full Story08-Apr-2026 - Source: BBC News
Will the ceasefire have any impact on UK fuel and food prices?
Analysts fear long-lasting economic damage has already been set in motion.
View Full Story08-Apr-2026 - Source: BBC News
Government profiting from rising costs 'not right'
The consumer council says the government is profiting from rising fuel costs via taxation.
View Full Story08-Apr-2026 - Source: BBC News
Will UK petrol and diesel prices start going down?
UK petrol prices have risen because of the US-Israel war with Iran but the ceasefire could see prices drop.
View Full Story08-Apr-2026 - Source: BBC News
