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.
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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…
Starmer urged to rethink business rate reforms to save pubs
Some Labour MPs are optimistic there could be further relief to protect the hospitality industry.
Young people say new driving rules are condescending and expensive
Young drivers have spoken to the BBC about how the proposed changes could affect them.
How the new road safety measures could affect you
The government is proposing lowering alcohol limits for drivers and regular eye tests for older motorists.
Warner Bros urges shareholders to reject ‘inferior’ Paramount offer
The Warner Bros board said it remained unanimous in recommending the deal with Netflix instead.
What are cold weather payments and who can get them?
Some people in England, Wales and Northern Ireland can get help with heating costs during cold spells.
‘We became best friends at a warm hub’
Alan Thompson and Jane Innes were childhood friends and reunited at a community hub in Lincoln.
Families ‘not aware’ of winter fuel eligibility
A charity says some families do not realise they are eligible for the winter fuel allowance.
Car giant Hyundai to use human-like robots in factories
The firm plans to deploy the technology at the same plant that was involved in a huge immigration raid in…