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The chilling side of Dubai: How British man was beaten, left in the desert and thrown in hellhole prison... all because of a mistake his son made

Today

Dubai has built its reputation as a glamorous and sun-soaked tax-haven - but don't be fooled by the shiny facade. Strict and uncompromising local laws can have dangerous consequences.

Most Britons say cost of living and food shop rose in April as Iran war hit price of essentials

Today

Food prices are expected to increase even further this summer as supply disruptions filter through to supermarket shelves.

The first electric GTI: VW ID.Polo gets famous hot-hatch badge - but it's SLOWER than the petrol version

Today

The ID.Polo GTI unveiled on Friday comes 50 years on from the original GTI-badged Volkswagen introduced in 1976. But is it worthy of the iconic three-letter moniker?

Renters' Rights Act risks a rush to exit by tenants

Today

Landlords and letting agents are bracing for a major uptick in tenants giving notice on their properties now that the Renters' Rights Act has come into force.

The best fibre broadband deals: Compare top picks for May 2026

Today

Fibre broadband doesn't have to be expensive. If you're not getting a good deal from your provider, compare offers to see whether you can switch and save money.

HSBC pauses $4bn private credit investment amid market wobbles

Today

In early June 2025, HSBC said it would plough $4bn into its own asset manager's range of private credit funds.

Return of Lotus Esprit? Norfolk car maker goes back to its V8 roots which could save its UK factory

Today

Lotus is returning to its V8 roots with its new 2028 supercar. The Hethel heritage carmaker will bring out a hybrid supercar in two years time with 986bhp and a V8 which harks back to the Esprit.

SMALL CAP MOVERS: Aim's winning streak comes to an end

Today

AIM broke its winning streak to end the week 0.6 per cent lower as the Starmer drama playing out in Downing Street filtered down to the small-cap market.

Cheap Chinese cars are driving British motorists away from old favourites, says dealership Vertu

Today

Noting a 'structural shift' in the market, Vertu said Chinese brands have raised their market share to 5.5% of sales in 2025, against just 0.7% a year earlier.

Honda posts first annual loss in 70 YEARS as Japanese car giant blames poor EV sales

Today

Bosses said demand for EVs has not been as strong as forecast as the company revealed total operating losses for the year ending March 2026 of ¥423bn (£1.99bn).

Last seven Saabs from its shuttered Swedish factory are being sold

Today

In a fortnight's time, seven of the last ever Saabs - which still remain in situ in the vehicle plant - will be sold off to the highest bidder in a swan song for the Swedish car firm.

Investing for children is a marathon not a sprint, says LEE BOYCE - and it's far simpler than running 26.2 miles!

Today

Paula Radcliffe, former marathon world record holder, has this week come out to encourage parents to invest for their children.

British teens are swapping Saturday jobs for startups... and the vast majority are getting a helping hand from AI

Today

As the job market shrinks for the young, many now consider themselves 'founders' of tech-driven companies, new research has found.

JLR boss shrugs off threat posed by cheap 'Temu Range Rovers' claiming they are not in the same league

Today

The car maker's chief exec PB Balaji said Chinese car makers like BYD, Jaecoo and Omoda were not 'direct competition.

Legal & General soars as takeover talk grips the City... after US rival bids £2.7bn for Tate & Lyle

Today

Shares in L&G - which dates back to 1836 and is Britain's largest insurance firm and asset manager - rose 6% to value it at close to £15bn.

Bag £200 cashback if you open an Interactive Investor Sipp

Today

Interactive Investor has launched a new cashback deal, but how does it compare with other options? Here's how to qualify for the offer and what you should watch out for.

Labour betrays our firms by allowing the FTSE100 bargain hunt to continue, says ALEX BRUMMER

Today

Where is the Business Secretary Peter Kyle when needed? The tech-idolising MP for Hove, Angela Rayner's adopted hometown, should be in overdrive.

British Gas to pay £20m fine following regulator's probe into prepayment meters

Today

British Gas has agreed to pay a £20million penalty to settle an investigation into the forced fitting of prepayment meters.

Watches of Switzerland chief calls on next prime minister to scrap the hated tourist tax

Yesterday

Watches of Switzerland chief exec Brian Duffy urged potential candidates to meet him to discuss restoring VAT-free shopping for foreign visitors.

Aviva boss sounds the alarm over Labour's leadership chaos claiming it is 'harmful' to the UK economy

Yesterday

Blanc pictured, warned that Britain's chopping and changing of leaders over recent years was damaging its standing in the world.

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