business
Tesco and M&S report strong Christmas food sales
Both major retailers report strong food sales, but M&S says sales of clothing and homeware fell. Source link
Upfront childcare payments 'simplifies the system'
Paying parents directly for some childcare costs gives “flexibility”, says a Jersey minister. Source link
Trump calls for US military spending to rise more than 50% to $1.5tn
The president also called on defence firms to increase production or face a crackdown on payouts. Source link
How tariff disruption will continue reshaping the global economy in 2026
Trump’s import levies are still changing the patterns of international trade. Source link
Unions accuse McDonald's of 'repeated harassment’ against ‘mostly teenage’ staff
It follows a BBC investigation three years ago which exposed a toxic culture at the fast-food chain. Source link
Labour's workers' rights concessions to save businesses billions, assessment shows
The government will phase in the reforms over several years, with many measures subject to consultation. Source link
Trump backs ban on institutional investor home purchases
Wall Street investors have bought thousands of homes to rent out, a practice that has sparked concerns about affordability. Source link
US will control Venezuela oil sales 'indefinitely', official says
Officials say sales were expected to start with 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil and the revenue would be controlled by the US government. Source link
New rules for driving 'condescending' towards young people
Young drivers have spoken to the BBC about how the proposed changes could affect them. Source link
Warner Bros urges shareholders to reject 'inferior' Paramount offer
The Warner Bros board said it remained unanimous in recommending the deal with Netflix instead. Source link