Trump calls for interest rate cut after jobs figures raise hike bets
The president's remarks came as stronger-than-expected jobs figures added to growing expectations that rates could be increased. Source: BBC News
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Surprisingly strong US jobs figures fuel rate rise bets
The number of roles added to the US economy increased by 162,000 in August, almost triple the 56,000 forecast. Source:…
US diesel prices hit an all-time-high
Fuel prices have soared since the Iran conflict began at the end of February, mirroring the surge in wholesale oil…
Stock up on food to prepare for extreme weather, minister says
Dame Angela Eagle warns the weather event could lead to extreme storms this winter. Source: BBC News
Prosecco, cakes and beauty products – how to get birthday freebies and why there’s a catch
Cake, coffee, make-up and burgers are just some of the free things you can get on your birthday. Source: BBC…
From ‘dog fruit’ to darling: India’s avocado boom
Demand for avocados is booming in India and local growers hope to grab more of the market. Source: BBC News
Volkswagen board approves plan to cut another 50,000 jobs
The group – which includes Audi, Porsche, Skoda as well as the VW brand – plans to cut a total…
Is India’s internet boom running into an undersea problem?
At least 13 of India's 18 intercontinental cables come ashore within six kilometres of Mumbai's Versova beach. Source: BBC News
Controversial Jackdaw gas field set to be approved in weeks, sources say
The government is set to give the go-ahead for the gas field off the coast of Aberdeen, the BBC understands.…
Trump $1 coin makes him first living president on US currency in a century
The US Mint special edition is stamped with a portrait of Trump alongside the words "LIBERTY" and "IN GOD WE…