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Google fined €890m by EU for favouring its own apps over rivals -- It is the first major enforcement action against the tech giant under the EU's new digital rules.

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Gary Lineker among millionaires asking Andy Burnham to tax them more -- A group including the former England footballer write to the new PM telling him "we can afford it".

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China's Moonshot AI stole from Anthropic, Trump tech adviser says -- The allegations come as Chinese AI companies are facing increased US government scrutiny.

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Firm hacked by rogue OpenAI models says it is 'a wake-up call' A co-founder of start-up Hugging Face told the BBC that most firms are not aware that the "game has changed". 15 hrs ago

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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.

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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.

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Burnham says 20% business rates cut for English pubs 'a first step' -- Some hospitality firms will get a discount from next April but hotels and restaurants won't get a cut.

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Why are UK fuel prices rising again? -- UK fuel prices are going up again after the collapse of peace talks to end the US-Israel war with Iran.

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Pubs cheer business rates relief while other firms 'left out in the cold' -- Pubs welcomed the support package, while other High Street firms asked why they were left out.

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EU clears $110bn Paramount and Warner Bros merger, but it remains on hold in US -- The European Commission gave its green light, but it came with conditions attached for Paramount.

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Former Lloyd's of London boss's relationship breached rules, firm says -- The insurance market's chairman said the CEO's conduct "fell significantly below the standards expected of him".

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What tariffs has Trump introduced and why? -- Trump's volatile trade policy has thrown the world economy into chaos, and put some US prices up.

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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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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.

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15 Jul 2026 -- China economic growth falls sharply, missing target -- Weak demand domestically and the impact of the Iran war on oil prices overshadowed the country's strong exports. -- 15 Jul 2026

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14 Jul 2026 -- US burrito giant Chipotle opening first outlet in Mexico -- Other US fast-food brands have struggled to succeed in the countries their dishes originated in. -- 14 Jul 2026

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13 Jul 2026 -- 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? -- 13 Jul 2026

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12 Jul 2026 -- 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. -- 12 Jul 2026

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10 Jul 2026 -- Chip giant SK Hynix raises $26.5bn as shares surge in bumper US listing -- The shares surged as much as 17% in their Nasdaq trading debut on Friday following the record-breaking foreign listing. -- 10 Jul 2026

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10 Jul 2026 -- 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 Jul 2026

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10 Jul 2026 -- Is this the electric car of the future? -- Shell's Triple 10 Challenge Concept Car car can charge its battery from 10% to 80% in 10 minutes. -- 10 Jul 2026

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9 Jul 2026 -- Pressure builds on Europe's biggest port to be greener -- A lawsuit demands that the Port of Rotterdam moves faster to cut its dependence on fossil fuel firms. -- 9 Jul 2026

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