US President Donald Trump announces tariffs on UK and European exports, starting at 10% in February and rising to 25% in June, until a deal is reached to purchase Greenland. UK political leaders condemn the move.
We tested the Ohme Home Pro smart EV charger to see how its tariff integration and smart features can save drivers hundreds on energy bills. Discover the pros and cons.
British personnel are being withdrawn from a key US air base in Qatar as tensions with Iran escalate. Read the latest on the security precaution and diplomatic fallout.
Octopus Energy launches its Zero Bills tariff in Scotland, offering 57 Dundee homes no energy bills for a decade. Discover how green tech makes this possible.
The BBC is pursuing legal action to have Donald Trump's $10bn defamation claim thrown out, arguing the disputed Panorama programme was not aired in the US. A trial could be set for 2027.
Iran threatens 'immediate revenge' on US bases if Trump intervenes in protests. Over 500 dead, 10,000 arrested. Starlink used to bypass internet blackout. Read the latest.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis predicts a 7% drop in the energy price cap from April 1, aligning with a planned £150 government cut. He urges households to seek cheaper fixed tariffs now.
Octopus Energy reveals heat pump customers save hundreds and stay warmer than gas boiler users during the UK cold snap. Find out how smart tariffs cut costs.
Oil prices tumble after Trump's actions in Venezuela, with experts predicting lower UK inflation and cheaper energy bills. Shell and BP shares fall sharply.
With a £150 energy bill cut not effective until April 2026, learn how locking in a fixed tariff now can shield your budget from winter price spikes. Discover Utility Warehouse's bundled approach to savings.
Financial experts forecast a certain rise in oil prices and a brittle dollar rally following the military operation that seized Venezuela's president. Discover the market implications.
UK PM Keir Starmer reacts to the US capture of Venezuela's Maduro. Read the latest on the military action and its global implications for Taiwan and Ukraine.
UK energy watchdog Ofgem urges 150,000 households to act now and replace outdated 'zombie' electricity meters before the signal powering them is switched off for good in 2026.
The promised £150 energy bill cut won't arrive until April 2026, leaving families facing peak winter prices. Discover why fixing your tariff now could offer faster relief and immediate savings.
Graham Norton kicked off his BBC New Year's Eve special with a sharp review of 2025, taking a hilarious swipe at Donald and Melania Trump's UK visit. Watch the highlights.
E.ON has reduced prices on its 18-month and 24-month fixed energy tariffs, offering savings up to £185 against the price cap. See if you can cut your bills.
Millions of British Gas, EON, EDF, OVO & Octopus customers face higher bills as the Ofgem price cap rises by £3 from January 1, 2026. Learn what it means for your tariff.
Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky meet face-to-face in Florida to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine war, focusing on security guarantees and territorial disputes. Read the latest on the high-stakes peace negotiations.
A major Russian missile and drone barrage hit Kyiv, killing one and wounding 27, just hours before President Zelensky meets Donald Trump for crucial peace negotiations. Read the latest on the attacks and the diplomatic push.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer told French and German leaders that unwavering support for Ukraine is vital ahead of Zelensky's meeting with Donald Trump. Read the latest on the peace plan.
US President Donald Trump announces deadly military strikes against ISIS in Northwest Nigeria on Christmas Day, citing attacks on Christians. Read the full details.
Octopus Energy partners with Barratt Redrow to build 54 homes where residents pay no energy bills for a decade. The scheme uses solar panels and heat pumps.
Discover 17 incredible behind-the-scenes secrets from the 1992 Christmas classic Home Alone 2, from huge salaries to on-set injuries and celebrity cameos.
Octopus Energy and Barratt Redrow are building 54 'Zero Bills' homes in Bedfordshire and Gloucestershire. Residents will pay nothing for energy for a decade. Read how this sustainable initiative works.
The US Department of Justice has released a trove of long-awaited files on Jeffrey Epstein. The move follows a new transparency law, but Democrats accuse the Trump administration of failing to comply fully. Read the latest.
New research reveals majority public satisfaction with BBC News quality and trust, despite facing criticism and a lawsuit from Donald Trump. Explore the full findings and expert analysis.
Donald Trump launches a $5 billion lawsuit against the BBC, alleging a Panorama episode deceptively edited his speech. The BBC apologised but denies defamation. Read the full details.
Millions of UK households face challenges charging electric vehicles at home. Experts reveal the essential kit needed and how to cut costs with smart tariffs.
A federal judge has approved the release of grand jury files from the 2005 and 2007 investigations into Jeffrey Epstein. Discover the details and implications of this major transparency move.
British Gas launches a new fixed energy tariff for Women's Super League fans, guaranteed cheaper than the January Price Cap. Find out how to sign up and save.