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US holds interest rates as Iran war triggers oil shock
The US central bank is moving cautiously, despite pressure from the president to cut interest rates. Source link
Computer says no. Are AI interviews making it harder to get a job?
Bhuvana Chilukuri has sent more than 100 job applications and is convinced very few have been seen by a human. Source link
Oil nears $110 a barrel after gas field strike
Iran’s military warned it would take “decisive action” in response to the strike on its energy infrastructure. Source link
Food pantry shuts as community shop announced
The food pantry in Heath Town run by Hope Community Project will be turned into a community shop. Source link
Bentley workers 'shocked and angry' at job cuts
A union says the announcement came as a blow to employees with up to 275 positions at risk. Source link
Average age of first time buyer climbs to 34
A new report looks at how conditions have changed for first time buyers since the 1990s. Source link
Have the 30 hours of funded childcare brought down costs for parents?
Free childcare support for working parents varies across the UK, depending on the child’s age. Source link
From £12 to £1,000: how much is a prom dress really worth?
Some families are splashing out hundreds on a school prom outfit – but many will only be worn once. Source link
New community food store helps lower food bills
The community grocery store in Crewe aims to bridge the gap between food banks and supermarkets. Source link
More than 200 jobs at risk at carmaker Bentley
The news comes as financial results for 2025 show a seventh consecutive year of profitability. Source link