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• The truth about the Fed and inflation

  21-06-2017 13:49
  
  The Federal Reserve Fed last week proceeded with policy normalization as we expected raising rates by 0 25 The Fed s policy move was fully justified in our view despite some of the handwringing regarding rate increases from many market commentators focusing on another weak inflation
  
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• Ex-Southern Water boss charged over alleged plan to manipulate water tests

  22-07-2026 15:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Matthew Wright is accused of trying to save the company millions of pounds in penalties.
  
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• Bus travellers respond to fare reduction

  22-07-2026 15:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  'It's going to help us' - public respond to bus fare cut.
  
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• I travel four hours on a bus per day - the bus fare cap will save me £500 a year

  22-07-2026 14:58 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The BBC speaks to people around the country about their view on the newly-announced bus fare cap.
  
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• Most bus fares in England to be capped at £2 from January

  22-07-2026 14:26 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The government says the policy will "help with the cost of living and give people the breathing space they need"
  
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• What does an Andy Burnham-led government mean for your money?

  22-07-2026 13:41 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The new PM says he will look at how much people can earn before paying tax but there will be no change yet.
  
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• OpenAI says its AI went rogue and launched 'unprecedented' cyber-attack

  22-07-2026 13:40 via bbc.co.uk
  
  It is one of the first publicly disclosed cyber-attacks carried out by AI without direct human involvement.
  
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• What's happening to UK interest rates and what does it mean for mortgages?

  22-07-2026 13:19 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
  
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• What is happening to UK prices?

  22-07-2026 12:16 via bbc.co.uk
  
  UK inflation dropped slightly in June 2026, but higher energy costs are expected to push it back up.
  
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• Some food prices have fallen – but inflation expected to rise from here

  22-07-2026 12:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  June's fall in inflation will be welcomed by the new prime minister but analysts warn the fall is temporary.
  
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• Transport secretary quizzed on bus fare change

  22-07-2026 10:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Labour MP is asked about the lowering of the bus fare cap, after Starmer increased it in 2025.
  
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• Will your job be replaced by AI? Here are the roles most affected

  22-07-2026 09:40 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Artificial Intelligence companies make vast claims about their tools replacing human labour - our charts show what's happening.
  
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• France passes law banning under-15s from social media

  22-07-2026 05:50 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The law will require social media platforms in France to verify all users age from January.
  
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• 'I can't afford to turn the oven on': 7.4m households struggling to buy essentials

  22-07-2026 01:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  As Andy Burnham promises “breathing space” for households, millions are unable to buy items such as clothing, heating and food.
  
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• Boost youth jobs by cutting employers' national insurance, MPs urge

  22-07-2026 01:17 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A select committee says it has heard "overwhelming evidence" that rising employment costs are reducing training and job vacancies.
  
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• Tokyo urges men to wear shorts to work, but some women say it's 'leg hair harassment'

  22-07-2026 00:26 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Tokyo Metropolitan Government wants workers to ditch the suit and tie for t-shirts, trainers - and shorts.
  
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• 'It's frustrating' - Canadians react to new US tariffs

  21-07-2026 22:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on a wide range of Canadian goods in retaliation for what he called "unequal treatment" of US products.
  
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• Carney looking at 'all options' as Trump announces 50% tariffs on Canada

  21-07-2026 19:33 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The duties mark a major escalation in trade tensions between the North American neighbours.
  
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• Trump: 50% tariffs response to Canada's treatment of US farmers

  21-07-2026 19:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  This new round of duties on Canadian goods is fuelling speculation about a potential announcement of new US tariffs on countries across the world.
  
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• Union plans rail strikes over train safety concerns

  21-07-2026 18:58 via bbc.co.uk
  
  RMT says it has been in dispute with the rail operator since April, following the rollout of the 810 fleet.
  
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• B&M fined £2m over serious food hygiene failings at Birmingham shops

  21-07-2026 18:55 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mouse droppings and gnawed food are found after inspections at three stores in Birmingham.
  
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• Three reasons why UK electricity prices are so high

  21-07-2026 18:11 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The government has announced it will cut VAT on domestic electricity to zero but Britons still pay more for power than many other European nations.
  
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• Can airport really go carbon neutral amid plans to expand flights?

  21-07-2026 17:54 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Campaigners say people just need to fly less amid unbearable heat and wildfires.
  
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• Lindt's Easter chocolate sales fall after price hike

  21-07-2026 17:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Swiss chocolate maker adjusts its strategy in response to weaker demand after its price rises.
  
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• Ozempic-maker accuses rival of false advertising

  21-07-2026 17:20 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Novo Nordisk has launched legal action accusing Eli Lilly of creating "misleading" ads, a claim its rival denies.
  
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• VAT to be cut from household electricity bills in October

  21-07-2026 16:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Homes will save around £45 a year through the cut announced on Andy Burnham's first full day as prime minister.
  
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• UK's first sugar factory at risk of closure

  21-07-2026 15:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Over 100 jobs are at risk after British Sugar announced plans to shut one of its four factories.
  
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• Ryanair broken window may have been caused by 'foreign object'

  21-07-2026 15:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Passenger Ljubisa Karović was partially sucked out of a cabin window on the Boeing aircraft.
  
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• UK borrows less than expected in June but public finances remain a challenge

  21-07-2026 14:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Public finances for last month were better than expected but the UK is carrying major debt.
  
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• Thames Water lenders offer 'golden share' to head off nationalisation

  21-07-2026 12:30 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The water supplier's lenders are trying to prevent the company from being taken over by the Burnham government
  
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