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Jenny Lennick's colourful hair clips are sold across the US and around the world.
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The Serious Fraud Office raided homes and businesses over alleged conspiracy to defraud public money.
Prices went up by 3.3% in March, but what does that mean for you asks the BBC's Colletta Smith.
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Organisers say it has not been possible to secure the funding to "deliver this year's event".
Billionaire investor Justin Sun is suing the family's World Liberty crypto venture after spending $45m on its tokens.
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NI Affairs Committee told even if conflict ends immediately it will take time for supply chains to return to normal.
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The airline is the latest to cut flights as the US-Israel war with Iran sends jet fuel prices soaring.
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A BBC investigation in 2023 heard from more than 100 McDonald's workers in the UK claiming they faced sexual assault, harassment, racism, and bullying
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The move could further delay payouts to millions of drivers who were mis-sold motor finance.
Laura Ball says she held off for as long as she could, after beer costs rose again in January.
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The figures provide the first official look at the impact of the Iran war on the cost of living in the UK.
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The Manx treasury says plans are in place to protect essential services in the wake of the Iran war.
How are rising oil prices affecting truckers, carers and heating oil users?
Ferrying items has been made more difficult by fuel price increases of 35%, one charity says.
North Lincolnshire Council is encouraging households to sign up for a support scheme.
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Malaysia-based Karex produces more than five billion condoms a year and supplies global brands like Durex and Trojan.
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The president also said the US will continue to blockade Iran's ports until peace talks progress.
Thousands of people have got in touch with BBC Your Voice over concerns about rising pet insurance costs and poor cover.
Made in China used to mean cheap, mass-produced goods but a new wave of Chinese brands is emerging.
The firm, co-founded by Sam Altman, said it is "not responsible" for the attack at Florida State University
He denied making a deal with Donald Trump on interest rates and backed "policy regime change" at the central bank.
Stormont would have £3bn a year extra if they cut jobs, increased rates and introduced water charges.
Airspace restrictions caused by the conflict sent plane ticket prices higher, research shows.
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Library, museum, finance and IT staff are among members of Unite taking action over pay.
Royal Mail has faced a chorus of criticism for failing to meet its targets on letter delivery.
Sheffield-based PM Law Ltd, which had 25 offices across England, closed suddenly on 2 February.
A petition is calling for struggling Denby Pottery to be added to a government support scheme.
The drop has been largely driven by a rise in the number of people not actively seeking work.
Customers receive tokens to claim up to 10 free items, from clothing to everyday home essentials.
The Devon charity shop lets food bank users select items rather than be given pre-prepared parcels.
Lincolnshire grower says rising costs have forced her to reconsider her son's nursery fees.
The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.
One petrol retailer says he is experiencing about five drive-offs a week at each forecourt, costing him thousands.
While the UK unemployment rate stands at 4.9%, increasing numbers of those in work have more than one job.
The BBC has found suspicious trading patterns that correlate with some of the president's most market-moving statements.
Businesses can apply online through a portal for refunds expected to total $160bn.
Hull's creative scene has a new home, with green screens, cameras and a mini radio studio.
New European border rules have caused delays at airports across the continent, affecting flights.
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The BBC has found significant spikes in activity shortly before the US president made some announcements.
Car recall warning: could yours be at risk of fire? Consumer expert Louise Minchin shares the details.
The airline said the "vast majority of customers" are being accommodated on same-day services.
A debt charity believes the town's seasonal job market is in part to blame.
Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February.
The BBC has found a pattern of spikes in trades ahead of public announcements by the US president.
Old garments from around the world are being discarded in the South American country.
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Barbara Middleton says she cannot afford to staff the government's free breakfast clubs.
Lauren Elcock is among the young Londoners who say rising rents are forcing them to quit the capital.
Montenegro and Albania are among the places rising in popularity for Britons seeking a holiday away from tourist traps.
Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers?
The conflict in the Middle East has caused rapid price rises for both petrol and diesel.
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One man says he cancelled his holiday to Spain due to the rising costs and uncertainty.
Faisal Islam talks to some of the world's most powerful people about the conflict and the economy.
Major lenders make rate reductions as markets take some heart from a possible truce in the Iran war.
Last year, the highest proportion of men aged 20-34 were still living at home since at least 2007 as the rising cost of living takes hold.
Martin was shocked to learn how many people didn't know if they were on an energy price cap.
Brent crude sinks by a tenth after Iran says the key waterway is open for commercial ships for the rest of the ceasefire.
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Drivers have seen weeks of increases as the US-Israeli war with Iran pushed up wholesale oil prices.
An insurer reports a 71% rise in fraudulent claims, driven partly by an increase in faked images.
Seizure numbers hit a 17-year high as an estimated 300,000 uninsured vehicles are driven each day.
Seres' plans show how stiff competition in the EV space is putting pressure on carmakers to innovate.
Experts say Mythos potentially has an unprecedented ability to identify and exploit cyber-security weaknesses.
Small shops across the UK are being targeted by thieves stealing collectibles worth thousands of pounds.
Firms say digital twins make staff more productive, but are they a potential legal minefield?
The BBC's Emma Simpson explains why fizzy drinks, salad and meat could be affected by the Gulf conflict.
Hastings set up the company in 1997, when it rented DVDs to customers and delivered by post.
The BBC asked the president's supporters about Iran, the economy and immigration at the largest conservative gathering in the country.
The store, in Mablethorpe, buys surplus stock so it can keep prices low.
The snack giant cut some of its prices by up to 15% ahead of the Super Bowl in February.
Up to 300 DHL logistics workers based at Jaguar Land Rover in Solihull vote to strike indefinitely.
Flights could soon be cancelled if supplies from the Gulf remain blocked, says the International Energy Agency.
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The aid is roughly equivalent to a year's worth of crude oil imports by Asean countries.
A parent and ex-pupil says proms put pressure on children and adults alike.
The better-than-expected GDP data comes as Asian countries have been hit hard by the impact of the conflict.
The company is selling off its shoe brand as it plans to shift to providing technology infrastructure.
The fire has deepened fears over the nation's petrol supplies amid a global crunch.
Swedish classrooms swap laptops for books, pens and paper, raising concerns from the tech sector.
Experts warn of hidden risk of counterfeits, while the government consults on stricter product safety rules.
A scheme to cut bills for firms that are heavy energy users is being extended to cover an additional 3,000 businesses.
Bank of England governor says the Iran war energy shock makes the next interest rate decision "very, very difficult".
The lawsuit said the firm's practices had led to higher ticket prices and worse service for customers.
You could get free or cheaper electricity from your energy company for running appliances during periods of excess supply, such as sunny weekends.
The Snapchat owner is laying off around 16% of staff and withdrawn hundreds of open job roles.
Donald Trump's threat marks the latest escalation in his ongoing spat with Jerome Powell.
Liz Kimmins acknowledged the decision was taken against a difficult funding backdrop for the public transport company.
The troubled utility firm should be put into administration says a frustrated rival bidder.
The owner of the driving schools has been fined for failing to disclose fees upfront online.
Bradford residents affected by unexpected job losses or illness will be able to apply for help.
People with lower incomes benefitted less from the house-buying scheme than those with high incomes, the influential think tank says.
Amazon wants to get thousands more satellites into orbit to offer internet and mobile services.
US Treasury Secretary said a "small bit of economic pain" was worth it to eliminate the threat of Iranian strikes on Western capitals.
Farmers say they are being hit on several fronts, with the price of fuel and fertiliser all facing a hike.
Families will be able to get help with back to school costs for children in reception to Year 11.
The motoring group says prices could start to come down over the next couple of weeks.
Bosses at South East Water are grilled over failures that left thousands without water over winter.
The supermarket says the redundancies form part of a restructure at its Bradford headquarters.
Providers can encourage people to use energy when "weather conditions result in excess supply".
Drivers were fined and others cautioned for public order offences after the protests caused traffic disruption.
Evergrande was once China's biggest real estate firm, with a stock market valuation of more than $50bn.
Crude prices fell back below $100 a barrel as markets hope an agreement can be reached between the two sides.
With some promising computing companies in the field, could Europe be a leader in quantum tech?
Some of the cheapest fuel in the country can be found on tribal land due to tax exemptions.
The number of homes sold in the US hit a nine-month low, with economists warning of the slowdown could worsen.
Drivers in the south of England are feeling the financial strain from the US-Israel war with Iran.
Energy costs jump as oil supplies from the Middle East are disrupted by failed US-Iran ceasefire talks.
Airlines warn of further disruption due to the introduction of a new EU digital border control system.
Fuel costs have soared globally as a result of the US-Israel war with Iran.
Rolls-Royce has said the project will create 8,000 jobs across Britain.
A charity in Gloucestershire says it will have to find an extra £20k to cover increased fuel costs.
Up to 120 pupils go to the free club at Lawley Primary and say it helps get them ready to learn.
The move has raised questions over parliamentary scrutiny of future rules to deliver planned EU deals.
The failure of negotiations at the weekend has raised concerns that the global energy crisis will deepen.
Moerdijk has been earmarked for removal, to make way for a vast electricity substation.
About 100 people missed their flights because of border control queues at Milan's Linate airport.
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Labour MP Nic Dakin says it is "the best outcome" for British Steel as ownership talks continue.
The UK government believes the rise of China's car industry could be good for UK consumers and industry.
A convoy of vans, lorries, tractors, and even a limousine took part in a slow moving protest around the town centre on Saturday afternoon.
A controversial law to ease protections for the glaciers has passed, opening the doors for mining.
Tanker firms are being advised not to pay Iran any levies in return for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Airports Council International (ACI) Europe said its members had "increasing concerns" about the availability of jet fuel.
The bold and sensual fashion house has been struggling with debt amidst a slowdown in global luxury spending.
A surge in prices at the pump due to the Iran war has pushed the inflation rate to 3.3%.
Importers are in line for tariff refunds. But whether everyone who paid the for the tariffs will get money back is a trickier question.
A crisis fund is going to support community groups who help people struggling to heat their homes.
The Harrogate-based charity warns donations of furniture are falling while demand continues to grow.
The conflict in the Middle East is impacting the price of tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers in the UK.
TV channels for dogs are multiplying but research is mixed on whether dogs are watching.
The rise in energy prices has hit Asia particularly hard as many nations are heavily reliant on Gulf oil.
The British perfume designer and Zara are being sued by Estée Lauder over a collaboration.
The development is an unusual consequence of Northern Ireland's strict licensing laws.
Janet Leng and Marian Hodgson volunteer at I Am Reusable food bank and redistribute food to schools.
Motoring groups have warned drivers not to expect a significant drop in costs soon.
Despite a ceasefire, the Iran war will continue to affect farmers' costs and therefore food prices.
Traci Quinn, who was jailed for a drugs offence, has transformed herself and set up a successful firm.
The consumer council says the government is profiting from rising fuel costs via taxation.
Analysts fear long-lasting economic damage from the US-Israel war with Iran has already been set in motion.
A new government fund launched on 1 April will provide financial support for households on heating oil.
Allowing all ships through the Strait of Hormuz will calm markets but the war has created new problems.
India's aviation market is set to grow but is held back by limited long-haul capacity, says Willie Walsh.
Shops, cafes and restaurants in Cardigan say increasing costs and low footfall are making it harder.
Mortgage rates have been rising and hundreds of the cheapest deals have disappeared over the last month.
Stratford Foodbank is preparing to move to a larger unit, to meet growing demand for its services.
Migrant workers say they are struggling to access cooking gas cylinders as the Iran war squeezes supplies.
Crude prices tumbled by as much as 15% on the conditional pause but remain far higher than before the war.
Chevron is now importing 250,000 barrels of crude per day from Venezuela.
Airlines have reduced services and lifted ticket costs as the Iran war weighs on jet fuel costs.
The charity says the expansion at its base will give its support services a "new lease of life".
The music giant behind acts such as Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter gets an offer from Bill Ackman's Pershing Square.
Wilson, whose term was set to end in 2027, will remain CEO and MD until a successor is appointed.
The rise come as the postal service faces criticism over missing delivery targets.
Politician recommends fuel duty relief, with Alderney's prices more than 60% higher than UK average.
The US president has threatened to take out Iran "in one night" if it does not agree to open the Strait of Hormuz.
India's currency, stocks and growth projections take a beating as the country faces a triple energy shock due to Iran war.
Nations in the region have been keen to reach agreements as their economies are heavily reliant on Middle East energy.
Firms are changing the way they present information on their websites, so they get noticed by AI.
The rise in remote working means many professionals are choosing to settle in coastal and rural towns.
The Felix Project is among the organisations feeling the effects of increased costs due to the conflict in Iran.
Bosses say a good start to the year has been put at risk, but opportunities have also emerged.
Brent crude rose above $110 then eased as the US and Iran traded plans for a potential ceasefire.