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PHP is a widely used programming language for making websites and web applications. Many companies rely on it, so problems in PHP can affect a lot of online services.

Anthropic has updated its user rules for its AI systems. The company says users can no longer engage in “sustained and needless” abusive behavior. In other words, people may use the technology, but they must not keep attacking it with harmful or cruel actions. Anthropic is trying to...

Prime Minister Burnham says he will reduce non-compete rules in job contracts. These clauses often limit what a worker can do after they leave a job.

People often ask, “How much is your salary?” In many countries, pay is not always talked about openly. Some workers share their numbers to compare jobs and check fairness. Others avoid the topic because it feels personal.

bt has agreed to a rescue deal to buy talktalk, the uk broadband provider. the agreement is meant to protect talktalk and help stabilize its service for customers.

Several councils in Wales have paused plans to introduce a nightly tourist tax. Anglesey, Conwy, and Gwynedd said they need more time before starting. Their decision suggests the policy is not working smoothly in practice.

A new report from the University of Gloucestershire says many students are still living with their parents when they start university. It estimates that about one third of students begin their courses at home. Some students explain that they were not prepared to move away. They may worry...

A food scheme in the UK is helping families by using waste food. Instead of throwing away safe items, the program collects them and shares them with households that need support.

Savings are not the same for everyone. In East London, on Brick Lane, people share how much money they keep in their savings accounts. One person says they have about £65. Another has saved far more, around $60,000. The report highlights how income, life choices, and time can...

A BBC Business video asks people in East London about their savings. The amounts are very different. One person says they have about £65 in their savings account. Another person reports having around $60,000.

People have different ideas about how much to spend on a birthday present. Some believe that a more expensive gift proves you care. Others think the price is not the main point. They may choose something smaller, like taking someone out for a drink at a pub.

A new discussion looks at how people choose birthday gifts. Some people think an expensive present proves that they care. They may spend more money to show respect and effort.

Ed Davey is calling for an immediate 10p reduction in fuel duty in the UK. He argues that this change would lower the price of petrol and diesel for drivers and households.

Chiltern Railways has been renationalised after 30 years. The rail operator had been in private hands, but the government is bringing it back under public control. The move is designed to support a larger rail plan.

The Liberal Democrats have promised changes to make the economy work better. Deputy leader Daisy Cooper said the UK should move away from a system that blocks people with automatic decisions, like “computer says no.” She made these points during a speech at her party conference.

A Labour chair has criticized a billionaire who owns Manchester United. The chair says the man has lost the “moral high ground” after leaving the UK for tax reasons.

Oil prices have jumped to around $105 per barrel. The move comes after signs that a war in the Middle East may not end quickly. Many traders are worried that the situation involving Iran could stay tense for a long time.

Malone Lam, a man from Singapore, has pleaded guilty in the United States over a major crypto heist. He is one of the people accused in the case.

The United States has imposed an import ban on some products from Canada. The list includes Canadian alcohol and motorbikes, along with other goods. US officials say the move is connected to a wider trade dispute.

If your flight is cancelled or delayed, you may be protected by rules. A common reason is problems with air traffic control, which can stop many flights. Start by checking what the airline says in emails, apps, or at the airport, and note the time changes.

More flights are facing delays after a technical glitch in air traffic control. Earlier, hundreds of flights were cancelled. The problem is connected to Nats, the provider that manages air traffic in the UK.

Ahead of the Manx general election, cost of living is a key topic for many groups. Residents say prices are going up and it is harder to manage daily expenses. Their concerns are shaping what they ask politicians to address.

UK Chancellor John Healey will give a speech ahead of his first Budget. He plans to say the economy is “turning a corner,” which suggests the situation is improving after a difficult period.

More than 20 business organizations have sent a joint letter to John Swinney. In the letter, they urge him to scrap his plan to introduce a legal price cap on some food and drink items. The groups argue that the policy is “ineffective” and may not achieve its...