Outcry as Meta lets users make AI images from public Instagram profile pics
Meta is facing a backlash over its new AI tool Muse Image, which can generate pictures using other people's profile pictures without telling them.
Economy
Statistical Notice 2026/07 - Bank of England Levy: Notification Document Levy Year 2026/27
Today the Bank has published the Bank of England Levy Notification Document - Levy Year 2026/27 on its website.
The rapid rise of housefishing: are AI-enhanced property listings helpful – or sinister?
From repainted walls to imaginary lawns, estate agents say modified photos help buyers ‘visualise the potential of a property’. But how much AI enhancement is too much? Agents, viewers and trading standards experts tell…
From mouthwash to hair dye: How weight-loss jabs are changing shopping habits
Weight-loss medications have surged in popularity over the last few years, with more than two million people in the UK now using them.
Virgin Media fined after hanging up on customers trying to cancel contracts
Virgin Media has been fined £28m for repeatedly preventing customers from cancelling contracts, Ofcom said.
FCA appoints new members to the Secondary Markets Advisory Committee
The FCA has appointed members to its advisory committee on secondary markets for the period July 2026 to July 2028. The committee will increase from 25 to 27 members.
The places where it's cheaper to holiday this summer
Family package holidays to destinations like Dubai and Egypt are cheaper this summer than last as tour operators cut prices to tempt people back.
The places where it's cheaper to holiday this summer
Family package holidays to destinations like Dubai and Egypt are cheaper this summer than last as tour operators cut prices to tempt people back.
'You have to say no': Families struggling with holiday food costs
For many families, the summer holidays mean more than just eight weeks away from school. It can also mean a sharp rise in food costs.
Aliens, chimps and a pregnant man: iconic British adverts – in pictures
As any fan of AMC's acclaimed television series "Mad Men" knows, advertising is an art form and a high-stakes game. A 30-second 2026 Super Bowl spot cost $8 million on average, the same as the year prior. If you don't f…
From mouthwash to hair dye: How weight-loss jabs are changing shopping habits
Weight-loss medications have surged in popularity over the last few years, with more than two million people in the UK now using them.
UK housebuilders have far too much power. Now a £4.5bn lawsuit could change that for good | Peter Apps
A legal case on behalf of some 700,000 people against the country’s biggest housebuilders could be a catalyst for much-needed industry reform
The great carbon capture con: behold the wasted billions Burnham could claw back | George Monbiot
There are far better ways to tackle climate breakdown, but successive governments have chosen to listen to the fossil fuel companies instead
Trains and emergency calls affected after major outage at Australia's largest telecoms company
A major outage at Australia's largest telecommunications company has led to cancelled train services, left thousands of customers without mobile coverage, and sparked an investigation into emergency calls that were not …
Australia dock workers call for 28-hour week in AI talks
Australian dock workers are demanding a 28-hour work week with no loss of pay as the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation expands across the country's ports.
Airbnb data identifies illegal social home sublets
Local councils and Airbnb have begun sharing data to identify the illegal subletting of social homes on the short-term rental platform.
‘More public control’: what will Burnham do about water and energy?
In the fifth of a series on nationalisation, we look at utilities – including the cost of ending private ownership
Datacentres are booming – and there goes the neighbourhood | Jess Harwood
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Hundreds of jobs at risk as John Lewis plans to cut some services
Around 200 John Lewis staff could lose their jobs as the retailer looks to close its in-store money exchange services and dedicated gift wrapping areas.
Federal Reserve Board requests comment on a proposal to amend its requirements for banks to maintain anti-money laundering programs
The Federal Reserve Board on Tuesday requested comment on a proposal to amend its requirements for banks to maintain anti-money laundering programs. The amendments are intended to align with changes to anti-money launde…
Victims of 23andMe data breach to get $47m payout, judge rules
Victims of a 2023 data hack at genetics testing company 23andMe are set to receive a multi-million payout from the firm.
One million more UK homeowners set to face higher mortgages
A million more homeowners face higher mortgage bills than the Bank of England had previously expected due to the impact of the Iran war.
Curry, bagels … and AI? Londoners fight plan for huge datacentre in Brick Lane
Residents and council say creating affordable housing is more urgent than ‘high-frequency trading’ in nearby City
EasyJet’s board has surrendered too easily to US bidder | Nils Pratley
The company’s target to hit £1bn profitability is intact. Why isn’t the board putting up a proper fight?