Royal Mail losing 400 postal workers a week, says union (Wed, 14 Oct 2026)
The CWU says more posties are leaving since a new delivery system was brought in, that it claims is not working in hundreds of offices.
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Is it OK for jobseekers or employers to use AI? (Wed, 14 Oct 2026)
Graduates are increasingly using AI to misrepresent themselves in job applications, research suggests. But some say their peer group has no choice.
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Three things we've learnt about the UK economy from the IMF (Tue, 13 Oct 2026)
The influential economics body has upgraded its UK growth forecast for this year, but risks remain.
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Bumble bought for $1.3bn in 'bet on the future of humanity' (Tue, 13 Oct 2026)
The dating app which recently ditched its "women-first" chat rule has been bought by an investment firm.
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Saudi man charged with planting 'sophisticated' recording device in OpenAI office (Tue, 13 Oct 2026)
Prosecutors say the device, wrapped in toilet paper, was found inserted in a USB port on the back of a TV in an executive conference room.
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How long will humans be needed for translation? (Wed, 14 Oct 2026)
AI dominates the translation business, but for high-stakes work, humans are still needed.
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Poundland in rescue talks as owners seek buyer (Tue, 13 Oct 2026)
The leadership team is attempting a buyout, but a union has warned the retailer could fall into administration instead.
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BA flight forced to turn back over cracked window (Tue, 13 Oct 2026)
British Airways said the plane landed safely at Gatwick and passengers were due to resume their journey.
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Heating oil customers face tough winter despite shake-up promise (Tue, 13 Oct 2026)
Heating oil customers facing soaring bills are promised better regulation of the sector by the government.
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UK growth forecast upgraded but higher energy prices to hit economy next year (Tue, 13 Oct 2026)
The prediction from the IMF comes as final preparations are being made for the first Budget under Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
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