The forecasts were made before the conflict in the Middle East broke out which could have a "very significant" impact, the OBR said. Source link

Overall the economy grew 2.2% last year, holding up despite pressures from changes to tariff and immigration policy. Source link

But he added that if people younger than this can hold bank accounts, access social media and the internet, drive a car and get married, "they should also be ...

The US pop star has been announced as the latest icon for the video game's next festival season. Source link

Hip-hop star Eve and comedian Eddie Kadi will host the ceremony being held in Manchester in March. Source link

Mark Zuckerberg's spending plans hint at further layoffs and changes within Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. Source link

Claire ThomsonBBC ScotlandInstagramMichael Rimmer and Eilish McColgan announced their engagement in MayCommonwealth Games champion Eilish McColgan said she has had to put wedding planning on hold as she prepares ...

Joanne WrittleHealth correspondent, BBC West Midlands , WorcesterBBCSenior Sister Charlotte Moore said the A&E department could become "overwhelmed" It's the busiest day of the year so far in Worcestershire ...

Executive orders, pardons, trips and Truth Social posts - the BBC’s Analysis Editor breaks down Donald Trump’s first year back in office, in numbers. Source link

Getty ImagesA$AP Rocky has explored a range of genres in his fourth album, Don't Be DumbA$AP Rocky has been making headlines recently, but not so much for his music.His ...

Aileen MoynaghBBC News NI health reporterBBCMichael Campbell was diagnosed with the terminal disease in February 2023A Belfast actor who won high praise for playing Richard III in a wheelchair, ...

Mark Poynting,Climate researcher,Becky Dale,Senior data journalist, BBC VerifyandJess Carr,Data designerGetty ImagesRenewable energy - considered crucial to limiting climate change - produced a record amount of electricity in Great Britain ...