You need £17,000 for a first home - here's how to do it

BBC - Sep 27, 2026

Here are four ways you can put money aside to save enough for a deposit on your first home.

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Baby bank's urgent appeal as demand for help grows

The founder of Leeds Baby Bank says the charity has seen a "massive" increase in referrals recently.

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Getting the keys to a new home felt like a dream come true, until this couple found 150 faults.

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Sunkist Fruit Gems, Staple Candy of Bar Mitzvah Tradition, Are Discontinued

The jelly candies were a staple at bar and bat mitzvahs and other Jewish celebrations for generations.

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Faisal Islam: The two big decisions the chancellor must make

He must consider the longevity of Iran war economic pressures and how to sustain modest optimism, writes the BBC's Faisal Islam.

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As A.I. Makes Law Firms More Efficient, Clients Ask: ‘Where’s My Discount?’

There’s growing pressure to move beyond the billable hour. But big firms aren’t ready to blow up their trusted business model.

Sep 26, 2026

Heathrow Airport warns third runway could be delayed by four years

The UK's busiest airport cautions it may miss the government target of 2035 as ministers say the deadline has "always been ambitious".

Sep 26, 2026

White House Blocks CNN From Covering Trump’s Trip to Tennessee

CNN won’t be able to join President Trump on a Saturday trip to Tennessee. He had banned CNN and two other news outlets from the White House, but a court order on Thursday restored their access.

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This Screw Is Needed for Missiles and Planes. Buying One Can Take Years.

As the Trump administration scrambles to increase the production of munitions, these special screws are expensive and hard to source.

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China-US relationship is critical for the world

The China-US relationship is critical for the world, and dialogue and cooperation between the two countries are essential for global stability and predictability: This is the overwhelming view on this week's Chinese and US leaders' meetings in Washington, D.C., with ties improving, and AI and trade most watched.

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China and US can contribute to addressing global challenges

The Chinese and US Presidents met at the White House on September 24 and exchanged views on the future of bilateral relations. The meeting drew global attention, with international figures weighing in on its significance.