- Oil price jumps to $115 after reports of 'extended' Iran blockadeon April 29, 2026 at 1:08 pm
The price of crude oil has swung sharply as uncertainty over the war in the Middle East continues.
- Irish government announces further fuel supports after protestson April 29, 2026 at 12:48 pm
The Irish government has announced further fuel supports for a number of sectors after nationwide protests in recent weeks.
- Housing estate residents see energy bills frozenon April 29, 2026 at 12:24 pm
Newcastle City Council hopes the move will offer Byker Wall homeowners "stability and certainty".
- Why has the UAE left Opec - and why does this matter?on April 29, 2026 at 10:24 am
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.
- Why has the UAE left Opec - and why does this matter?on April 29, 2026 at 10:24 am
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.
- Musk accuses Altman of stealing a charity as courtroom battle beginson April 29, 2026 at 10:12 am
The case over OpenAI's history and public commitments could have major implications for the future of AI.
- What do shoppers think about the future of their high street?on April 29, 2026 at 9:06 am
Freshney Place is being renovated to include a new food hall and five-screen cinema.
- United Arab Emirates to quit oil cartel Opecon April 29, 2026 at 8:05 am
The UAE's decision, after nearly 60 years of membership, is seen as a potential death knell for the oil cartel.
- Advert for £49 serum banned over 'five years younger' claimon April 29, 2026 at 7:48 am
Eucerin asked 160 people to use the serum for four weeks then say how much younger they thought they looked.
- Struggling families offered heating oil voucherson April 29, 2026 at 5:49 am
People can apply for a £150 grant if they are running out of heating oil, a council says.
