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Milburn review to recommend lower benefits for some under-25s

The proposed overhaul of the welfare system would move under-25s off the main sickness benefits.

Potential successors to Jensen Huang emerge at Nvidia

Possible successors have emerged amid uncertainty over the leadership of the AI chip giant.

UK economy grows at fastest pace in more than two years

Official figures show output rose by 0.7% in the three months to September.

Branded cold and flu tablets: examining the extra cost

Do branded remedies offer enough to justify their higher price?

Island Energy announces gas bill rise amid Middle East turmoil

The company says bills will increase by about 5% from 1 December.

Jensen Huang faces scandal over affair with suspected Chinese spy

Once hailed as the "Taylor Swift of tech", the Silicon Valley star is now embroiled in a personal scandal.

Poundland hopes for last-minute rescue deal to avert collapse

The discount chain, which has been nearing administration, is understood to be getting more time to find a buyer.

From Paris to Washington, offices are being turned into homes

Buildings with low office occupancy are being converted into flats.

Spain’s first general strike in 14 years brings widespread disruption

Protests were expected in the largest cities less than three weeks before Spaniards vote in parliamentary elections.

Poundland founder appeals to King for help

The retailer has filed notice of its intention to appoint administrators, protecting it from creditors until Thursday.