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BBC News - Business

AI regulation faces political deadlock as calls grow for Congress to act -- With Trump opposed and Congress divided, new safety legislation on AI is unlikely to pass anytime soon despite mounting pressure.

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Africa's richest man launches continent's biggest share sale -- Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote says he wants ordinary people to share in the success of his oil refinery.

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UK gas and diesel prices hit highest since 2022 -- The cost of filling up a vehicle has rebounded, according to the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated.

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Why cash continues to thrive even as India's digital payments grow -- Digital payments are booming, yet cash remains deeply embedded in the economy in India, central bank data shows.

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US scraps limits on emissions from coal and gas power plants -- The Environment Protection Agency says the move will save the country billions of dollars and reduce energy prices.

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I got paid $5,000 to move to a place I'd never heard of -- Relocation schemes offer support for people who want to swap big US cities for a cheaper, quieter life.

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AI 'kill switch' may need to be mandatory, Anthropic co-founder tells BBC -- US President Donald Trump dismisses calls to slow the development of AI, saying that claims of it "taking over the World" are a "HOAX".

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Beach holidays meet medical tourism in Albania -- Sun, sea and cosmetic treatments: Travellers are heading to Albania for affordable hair and dental procedures.

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The firms turning recruitment into X Factor-style competitions -- Applicants have to pitch their ideas on stage in front of a panel of judges and an audience. But is this exciting or unfair?

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US Markets put chance of interest rate hike at 85%

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Business Daily -- Follow the Money: Why is a new Ebola vaccine taking so long to develop?

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World Business Report -- Does AI need a kill switch?

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World Business Report -- Is an AI 'slowdown' even possible without China?

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Business Daily -- The cost of war: Inside Russia's economic unease

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Business Daily -- Bonus: Could AI chatbots help Asia's socially isolated youth?

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World Business Report -- Global shipping threatened by Houthi military advances

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World Business Report -- "It's like somebody turned the faucet off" - gas prices keep inflation high

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World Business Report -- ECB hikes rates to 2.5%

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Business Daily -- Power Players: Can new BP leadership steady the ship?

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World Business Report -- Is AI a threat to humanity?

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World Business Report -- World oil price hits $100

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Business Daily -- Founders: Marcia Kilgore on still fighting imposter syndrome despite Beauty Pie success

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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.

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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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Can Europe recharge its battery industry? Europe has some promising battery tech, but can it make up ground lost to Chinese battery giants? See more

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State pension likely to rise by £488 a year in April -- The triple lock has come under scrutiny as the number of pensioners rises making the policy more expensive.

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What is the triple lock and how much is the state pension worth? -- The triple lock guarantees that the state pension is not overtaken by inflation or wage increases.

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'Culture shift' needed in how UK does business, PM urges -- Burnham says those who take risks should be backed by government, but his government has been criticised for increasing business costs.

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Heading off to uni? Here's what to insure against theft -- What should new students consider to keep your belongings safe and covered by insurance?

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Amazon pauses work with cargo firm after fatal crash -- The 21 Air-operated jet overshot a runway at Miami International Airport and hit several vehicles.

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Rent rises set to speed up in gloomy forecast for tenants -- The cost of renting is expected to rise by 4% or 5% a year by December, says property website Zoopla.

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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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A recent spate of stark warnings about the dangers of AI has been met with scepticism by executives and investors.

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The call comes amid growing concerns that AI models may become able to inflict serious damage worldwide.

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Consumer group Which? has called the sale of jack mackerel, a cheaper, less nutritious species of fish, an example of "skimpflation".

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The BBC's Tom Gerken plays the hotly anticipated superhero game from Spider-Man makers Insomniac.

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O'Leary has said airline passengers "can't afford to fly with the high-fare rapists around Europe".

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The economy expanded by 0.4%, official figures show, whereas analysts had predicted no growth.

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The rate of UK economic growth affects things like pay increases and the amount of tax raised.

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The revelations in Anthropic's threat intelligence report come after a former top researcher at the company warned of the risks of AI to humanity.

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Molly and Taylor Haylett explain the changes to how they managed their finances when they started a family.

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The BBC's Samira Hussain looks at the president's past claims after he announced he would pay American adults $5,000 if Republicans win in the midterm elections.

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Flight disruption has ruined holidays and left passengers sleeping on airport floors - so what are their rights?

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The retailer launches the service four years after making its first foray into internet shopping.

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Apple showed off at an event the first major design change to the iPhone in almost 20 years.

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Danny Williams says small businesses are increasingly turning to AI to generate posters.

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The TUC says a bank surcharge should be reversed - and estimates it would raise £9bn over four years.

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