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'I fear for my son's farming future due to costs'

One farmer says his red diesel costs have risen from £27,000 a year to £54,000.

How a rise in energy bills will affect you from July

Household energy prices will rise by 13% a year in July, as soaring wholesale costs caused by the US-Israel war with Iran hit bills for the first time.

Why it's now harder to get a Saturday job

The boss of Next has warned there has been a "dramatic fall" in the number of entry-level job opportunities in the UK.

The rise of the fruit that tastes like custard

Custard apple plants are prized for their hardiness but exporting their delicate fruit is difficult.

Energy bills to rise for millions as impact of Iran war hits

A household using a typical amount of energy will pay £221 a year more, under the regulator's new price cap.

'Bullying' and 'overbearing' behaviour behind abrupt BP chairman removal

BP declined to comment on whether bullying behaviour was part of the reason for his immediate dismissal.