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US eases Russia oil sanctions as Iran war pushes up energy prices - US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said it was a temporary measure that will last until 11 April. 2 hrs ago - Business

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AI toys for young children need tighter rules, researchers warn - In first study of its kind, Cambridge researchers found AI toys could misread some children's emotions. 4 hrs ago

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KPop Demon Hunters to return as Netflix confirms sequel -- The sequel brings back the co-directors of the first film, which was a smash hit for the streaming service.

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Oil price back above $100 despite deal to release record amount of reserves -- It comes as Iranian attacks on ships intensify in the crucial Strait of Hormuz waterway.

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What on earth is going on with the oil price? -- Oil price moves have made headlines since the Iran conflict started - but why have there been such sharp swings?

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How Iran war laid bare the world's reliance on Gulf oil and gas -- Countries around the world are feeling the impact of the conflict and the resulting energy price shock.

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Qantas agrees to pay $74m over Covid-19 travel voucher refunds -- The case relates to cancelled flights during the pandemic, for which customers were given credits instead of cash.

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Spain's migrants welcome amnesty: 'It will help us in every way' -- Madrid cites humanitarian and economic reasons to give undocumented workers legal status.

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We have more privacy controls yet less privacy than ever -- Has online privacy become "a luxury not a right" for us all in 2026?

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US markets calmer after IEA considers releasing oil reserves

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Business Daily -- How is the world feeling the impact of rising oil prices?

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Good Bad Billionaire -- Toto Wolff: Mercedes's billion-dollar F1 boss

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Can plastic-eating funghi help clean up nappy waste? Cost and convenience have made disposable nappies dominant - can start-ups compete? See more

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Customer sues Costco for tariff refunds -- The lawsuit is an indication of the complexities looming over a potential $166bn in tariff refunds.

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UK MPs 'deeply troubled' by BBC World Service funding uncertainty -- The current funding agreement between the BBC and the government expires at the end of this month.

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Jo Malone sued for using her own name in collaboration with Zara -- The perfumier sold the rights to her name in 1999 but has previously said she regretted the move.

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PwC says young recruits are 'hungry' for careers and plans to hire more UK graduates -- Last year the consultancy cut its graduate intake, but UK boss Marco Amitrano says it is still worth getting a degree.

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US launches probe into trading partners including the EU, China and India -- The move comes weeks after the US Supreme Court struck down a key part of Trump's tariffs policies.

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A small US grocer is calling out the lower prices at big chains -- It is 'impossible for us to compete', says the boss of a New York grocery store.

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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

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Three UK banking apps showed customers other users' transactions -- The Lloyds Banking Group customers reported being able to view payments and charges from other sources.

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Big Tech backs Anthropic in fight against Trump administration -- A group representing tech giants called government action against Anthropic a "temper tantrum".

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Countries agree to record release of emergency oil reserves as prices surge -- The G7 group of nations welcomes the idea of releasing oil in response to the surge in prices since the US-Israel war with Iran began

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US inflation stable ahead of Iran shock -- With energy prices jumping, analysts say the report might be viewed as a "historical artefact".

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Iran war cost will be passed to consumers, shipping giant boss tells BBC -- Maersk chief executive Vincent Clerc has called on the US, Israel and Iran to reach "some kind of deal".

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Jeffrey Epstein had two key aides - why do they still control his money and secrets? -- Richard Kahn and Darren Indyke administer Epstein's estate, court filings allege complicity in his crimes.

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Meta buys 'social media network for AI' Moltbook -- The forum-style app has sparked interest by showing how AI bots interact without human involvement.

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'Investing in people': Can China's new push to boost spending revive the economy? -- Beijing has spent decades relying on exports and innovation but that model is now under strain.

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The unseen 'chatters' paid $2 an hour to pose as OnlyFans stars -- The BBC talks to a Philippines-based woman paid to pose as an OnlyFans star in online chats – one of the unseen workers behind the platform's boom.

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