Economics

Millions told to stay indoors as China braces for strong winds

Workers have been told to hurry home, classes have been suspended and outdoor events have been cancelled as northern China…

OneFour: Australia police foil alleged plot to kill rap group members

The men, named in media reports as Brandon Maseuli and Yousef Rima, are part of an international criminal syndicate that…

What is the Bank of England and why does it change interest rates?

The pause follows a period which saw 14 successive increases, as the Bank tried to control inflation.

Federal Reserve signals interest rate cuts next year

Forecasts released by the Federal Reserve showed a majority of policymakers expect to cut its key interest rate in 2024.

Wasted wind power adds £40 to household energy bills, says think tank

That figure could increase to £150 in 2026, Carbon Tracker has estimated.

When it…

BP pauses all Red Sea shipments after rebel attacks

The firm blamed the "deteriorating security situation" in the region as Iran-backed Houthis target ships they believe are…

UK tipped for speedier rate cut after surprise inflation fall

Inflation - the rate prices rise at - fell from 4.6% to 3.9% last month, the lowest for more than two years.

The…

House prices to fall and rents to rise in 2024

The government's official forecaster said property prices were most likely to drop by nearly 5%, although lenders expect…