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BBC News - Business

Oil falls and shares rebound after Trump says talks have been held to end war - Energy prices fall and stock markets rebound after the US president says "very good and productive" talks have been held. 4 hrs ago - Business

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Cosmetics giant Estée Lauder in merger talks with owner of Jean Paul Gaultier and Rabanne -- The deal would create a global beauty giant, uniting brands such as Tom Ford, Bobbi Brown and Rabanne.

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Huel bought by Danone in €1bn deal -- The health firm backed by actor Idris Elba and broadcaster Jonathan Ross is being bought by Danone for €1bn (£860m).

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'We can't justify a £52 lunch': Middle-income UK families cut back on days out -- A household with an average gross income of £55,000 has cut spending on leisure activities by £40 a week, offical figures suggest.

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US weight-loss drugmakers slash prices in fight to win customers -- Weight-loss drug prices are falling in the US - but can the example be repeated?

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OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies at 43 -- Leo Radvinsky became a billionaire after investing in the site, known for its pornographic content.

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Slovenia becomes first EU country to introduce fuel rationing -- Until further notice, motorists in Slovenia will be restricted to a maximum purchase of 50 litres of fuel per day.

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Germany has a shortage of workers - so it's turning to India for help -- The European nation, struggling to find skilled staff, is giving jobs to young people from India.

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How Finnish supermarkets are central to the country's defence -- The chains all have detailed plans to follow in the event of the nation going to war.

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US stocks open in the red again as energy fears grow

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Technology of Business

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Colombia's budding tech scene needs a cash boost - Colombia has become a tech hub for Latin America, but attracting investors is a challenge. See more

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BTS agency shares drop after comeback show turnout falls short -- The concert was attended by an estimated 104,000 fans, much lower than the expected 260,000.

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Starmer considers options over Iran cost-of-living concerns -- Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey is among those attending the emergency Cobra committee meeting.

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Trump says ICE agents will assist airport security as DHS shutdown continues -- Travellers have faced hours-long waits at airports around the country as a partial government shutdown has left TSA agents without pay.

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Food prices likely to rise due to Iran war, UK farmers' union says -- The National Farmers' Union says the price of cucumbers, tomatoes and peppers could rise over the next six weeks.

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US lifts sanctions on some Iranian oil as energy prices soar -- The treasury secretary says the move will quickly bring about 140m barrels of oil to global markets.

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'Club vibes without the hangover': Why Gen Zs are socialising in the gym -- Young people are driving a gym boom as more fitness spaces are transformed into vibrant hangouts.

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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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3 days ago - Work from home and drive more slowly to save energy, global body urges - People should change how they travel, work and cook to tackle the energy price crisis, the International Energy Agency says. 3 days ago

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