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BBC News - Business

AliExpress fined record €550m by EU for allowing sale of illegal goods - The Chinese retailer allowed unsafe toys and counterfeit clothes to be sold on its site, says the EU. 3 hrs ago - Europe

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Ryanair profits drop as Iran war puts off passengers and lifts fuel costs -- The Irish airline said oil prices had increased costs meanwhile Brent crude surpassed $90. -- Business

3 hours ago

Private jets flock to Montana - but locals can't afford the trailer park -- Rents in Bozeman, Montana have skyrocketed as wealthy out-of-towners flock to the city to experience the American West. -- US & Canada

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China's Moonshot AI claims Kimi K3 can rival OpenAI and Anthropic -- The company has unveiled a massive new artificial intelligence model it says can take on top American firms. -- Asia

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This farmer wanted to quit the cocaine industry - he couldn't -- Colombians who grow cocaine's raw material bemoan a lack of support to help them switch crops. -- Latin America

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My fitness tracker knew I was pregnant before I did -- Ravika is one of hundreds of women who are noticing early pregnancy signs through the data on their fitness trackers. -- Health

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Chinese firm seeks compensation over British Steel nationalisation -- Jingye said it will take action "through legal means to the very end" after the UK government nationalised British Steel. -- Business

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Russians turn to cash, putting more strain on slowing wartime economy -- Russians have been hit by mobile internet shutdowns and more businesses are seeking to dodge tax after more than four years of war with Ukraine. -- Europe

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New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain -- It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.

7 days ago

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18 days ago

Wealthy AI workers send San Francisco house prices soaring -- The median cost of a home in the city is now $1.7m, a record high, according to the latest figures.

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Markets open higher as US producer prices fall in June

4 days ago

World Business Report -- Andy Burnham becomes the UK new prime minister

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Business Daily -- The hidden cost of the gold rush

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World Business Report -- Who really wins the World Cup?

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World Business Report -- Asian shares sink despite AI boom

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Business Daily -- Taking Stock: A slower China and a durian glut

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World Business Report -- Canadian forest fires choke much of North America

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World Business Report -- Profits surge at Apple and Nvidia supplier TSMC

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Business Daily -- Power Players: Can the Paramount–Warner merger survive?

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World Business Report -- New York bans new data centres

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World Business Report -- Chinese EVs save economy from a serious slowdown

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Business Daily -- The Jude Bellingham brand

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Business Daily -- Founders: Sumant Sinha's bet on a greener India

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New candy stores are popping up across NYC. Why? -- While US consumer confidence is at an historic low the Big Apple's sweet shops are expanding.

1 month ago

The kelp producer who wants to get Americans eating seaweed -- Marine farmer Suzie Flores also hopes the crop can revitalise the US's small fishing towns.

2 months ago

Is tracking your food purchases good for your health? Food tracking apps are popular, but are they a good way to make us eat a healthier diet? See more

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Burnham promises help with your money. How could it affect you? -- The new PM says he will look at how much people can earn before paying tax but admitted changing it would be difficult.

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The economic challenges facing the next UK prime minister -- The person in charge of the country will change but the financial challenges remain the same.

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Are you a parent missing out on £27 a week? Here's how to check -- Thousands of new parents fail to claim child benefit until it is too late to receive some of the money, HMRC says.

19 hours ago

Thames Water lenders preparing legal challenge in event of Burnham nationalisation -- The BBC understands creditors would would pursue payment in full of the outstanding debts, in the multi-billions of pounds.

23 hours ago

Why has British Steel been nationalised? -- The UK's only remaining plant making virgin steel has been taken into public ownership after years of uncertainty over its future.

3 days ago

'My buyers dropped their offer by £15,000 the day before exchange': Gazundering and how to avoid it -- It's a small but growing problem in the UK property market - here's how to protect yourself.

2 days ago

Why you must share your idea and get honest feedback -- Learn Steven's three crucial steps for validating your business proposal and why impartial feedback is vital. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

4 months ago

The power of making and owning decisions -- Learn why making your own decisions is the key to increasing your confidence. -- BBC Maestro - Evy Poumpouras

4 months ago

The power of absorbing information -- Learn how to listen to improve your self-awareness. People will give you information, and that's power. -- BBC Maestro - Evy Poumpouras

4 months ago

Why planning can be a form of procrastination -- Learn how to avoid compulsive planning and instead hold plans loosely as a navigational aid. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

4 months ago

How to navigate a world competing for your attention -- Oliver offers tips on how to avoid getting distracted on social media when people profit from your scrolling. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

4 months ago

The difference between 'good' and 'bad' procrastination -- Forget trying to stop procrastinating. Instead, learn Oliver's three rules to become a better procrastinator. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

4 months ago

Why 'inbox zero' is a strategy that breeds distraction -- Managing infinite emails, ideas, errands, and goals is hard. Oliver recommends a little strategic neglect. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

4 months ago

How time creates problems, especially when it is so limited -- Discover why so many of our struggles are down to poor time management and denial of its finitude. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

4 months ago

Why sustainable productivity will drive success -- Steven shares his three 'M' goal-setting framework to help you be more productive for the long-term. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

4 months ago

How to hire the best people for your team -- Are they a bar raiser, bar maintainer or bar lowerer? Learn how to build a team that can get behind your mission. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

4 months ago

What is your business culture and why is it so important? -- Explore how you can use your mission to set the right culture for your business. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

4 months ago

How to know yourself, grow yourself, and take control -- Find out how to counteract limiting beliefs you hold about yourself and build new ones that serve you better. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

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How to get the money you need to start a business -- Learn how to start a business with nothing in the bank and how to get funding if you need it to get started. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

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Why you should start a business and why to start it now -- Steven explains the common obstacles to starting a business and why now is the time to start yours. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

4 months ago

How to choose what matters most in life -- Learn three big questions to ask yourself to zero in on what matters and what you should spend time on. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

4 months ago

Vapes to have less enticing names and flavours to protect children -- People are being consulted about plans to stop vape companies using enticing flavour descriptions that "attract" children into experimenting.

10 days ago

Is there an AI stock market bubble? -- Despite the Iran war and rising inflation, US stock markets have continued to hit all-time highs this year.

17 days ago

Nike v Adidas: The World Cup brand battle -- Eye-watering budgets are nothing new, but this year both Nike and Adidas have gone bigger and bolder than ever before in the fight for World Cup attention.

29 days ago

A heavily jeered $250m goldmine: Are World Cup hydration break ads here to stay? -- BBC Sport explores how hydration break ads work in other countries and how they could impact the future of football.

1 month ago

SpaceX says it's worth $1.75tn as it targets largest stock market debut -- Elon Musk's space‑exploration company has set a target price for buyers earlier than expected.

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Why Fifa is being investigated over World Cup ticket prices -- New York and New Jersey are looking into the association after fans have reportedly been "misled" over ticket sales and seat locations.

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Fads, not friends, now dominate our social media feeds -- Social media platforms used to be about communication between friends. The business model is to increase the time people spend on their apps and increase ad revenue.

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Big tech bets on new mascots in bid to seem more cuddly -- The likes of Apple, Microsoft and Google are all putting cartoon characters centre stage.

2 months ago

How sunburn inspired a new way to store energy -- Scientists are developing molecules that can store heat for months and release it when needed - a potential step towards cleaner energy for heating.

2 months ago

AI firms claim their products could destroy humanity. Are they right? -- They built it. They're scared of it. They're selling it anyway.

2 months ago

How technology is transforming India's silk industry -- Silk production is an increasingly high-tech business in India.

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Is Italy the new tax haven for the global rich? -- With the war in the Middle East hurting Dubai, Italy has become an attractive location for wealthy individuals from France and elsewhere.

2 months ago

Why are so many Americans moving to Ireland? -- The number of Americans moving to Ireland last year was higher than the number of Irish people emigrating to the US. Was this just a blip or the start of a more profound trend?

3 months ago

Dubai's tourism sector reels from 'brutal' impact of war -- The US-Israel war with Iran has had a devastating impact on visitor numbers to Dubai, and local businesses are suffering.

3 months ago

Is New York's cannabis business flying high? -- Five years after it was legalised, cannabis is seemingly everywhere in New York, but business owners say that many legitimate businesses are struggling.

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