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BBC News - Business

Faced with new energy shock, Europe asks if reviving nuclear is the answer - As war drives up gas and fuel prices, Europeans turn again to the issue of energy independence. 9 hrs ago - Europe

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Trump seeks $1.5tn for defence alongside domestic spending cuts -- The US president's new budget would cut non-defence spending by 10%, partly by slashing domestic programmes. -- US & Canada

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From South Korea to Sri Lanka, how the Iran war is impacting Asia -- Asia relies heavily on oil and gas from the Gulf, and shortages and higher prices are starting to bite. -- World

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US jobs surge unexpectedly in March despite Iran war -- Employers added 178,000 jobs, far more than had expected, the Labor Department says. -- Business

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How Canada's largest gun control effort in decades is missing the mark -- Canada recently banned 2,500 models of "assault-style" firearms - but a plan to buy back tens of thousands of guns fell short by half.

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Power-washing, pool-cleaning and mowing: Why millions are playing games about mundane jobs -- PowerWash Simulator 2 has been nominated for two Bafta Games Awards - but why have mundane job games become so popular?

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French-owned ship passes through Strait of Hormuz -- It appears to be the first ship owned by a major European firm to go through the strait since the conflict began.

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8 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.

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Why Chinese tech companies are racing to set up in Hong Kong -- Mainland firms are using the territory to test products and as a springboard for global expansion.

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The homeless teenager who became a successful advertising boss -- Greg Daily has swapped sleeping on friends' sofas for running a popular digital marketing company.

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The family-owned soda firm that still uses returnable glass bottles -- Soft drinks company Twig's Beverage has a loyal following for its old-fashioned approach.

1 month ago

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.

23 days ago

Investors hoping for Iran war de-escelation

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Are domes and spheres the future of entertainment? Rivals are emerging for the Las Vegas Sphere - will the promise of "more immersive" experiences win over audiences? See more

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M&S boss calls for more action on crime and abuse of staff -- Thinus Keeve's comments come days after an M&S store was targeted during disorder in south London.

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Pharmaceuticals face 100% tariffs in US - unless firms strike a deal -- The order does not affect generic medicines, the most commonly used in the US.

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Fears cost of water and beer to soar as India's scorching summer hits -- Makers of plastic and glass bottles are struggling to access raw materials as the war squeezes supplies.

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Marmalades may need to be relabelled under post-Brexit food deal -- The breakfast favourite will be legally renamed when Britain aligns with new EU labelling rules.

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A year on: Four ways Trump's tariffs have changed the global economy -- US tariffs stand at the highest rate in decades. But what has the impact been?

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Oil prices jump and shares drop after Trump threatens more Iran strikes -- The US president said he'll bring Iran "back to the Stone Age" but gave no detail on ending the war.

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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

15 days ago

The company's public stock debut is set to be one of the most valuable in history, and could make Musk the world's first trillionaire.

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Australians lose more money to gambling, per capita, than anywhere else in the world.

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Rachel Reeves says the US president does not have a "clear plan" to exit the conflict.

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European stock markets opened higher after the US president said the conflict would "end very soon".

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Chelsea announce a Premier League‑record pre‑tax loss of £262m for the 2024‑25 season.

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Baidu has not responded to a request for comment about the outage, which affected at least 100 cars.

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The company's AI platform Maven has reportedly been used by the US to identify targets in Iran.

18 hours ago

The episode is the latest reminder of the complicated politics around language and identity in Canada.

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The firm says its operations remain open but says the hack "may result in some delays".

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