Stock markets rattled and energy prices soar after strikes on Qatar gas hub - Oil and gas prices have risen again after fresh strikes hit key infrastructure in the Middle East. 16 hrs ago - Business

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Nearly 100 ships pass the Hormuz Strait - who is getting through? -- Just under 100 ships have passed thorough the Strait of Hormuz since the start of March, according to data analysed by BBC Verify.

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Trump 24-karat gold coin approved by hand-picked US federal panel -- The coin, intended to mark the United States' 250th birthday, should be "as large as possible", says one panel member.

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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.

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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.

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UK borrowing costs hit highest level since 2008 financial crisis -- The interest rate on government debt is climbing over fears about inflation, interest rates, and public spending, experts have said.

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Trio charged over alleged plot to smuggle Nvidia chips from US to China -- They allegedly used fake papers and dummy gear as part of a plan to sell billions in tech to China.

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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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India's outsourcing industry is worth $300bn. Can it survive AI? -- Indian IT stocks have plunged as fears grow of AI disrupting back offices. But some say these are overblown.

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Investors seem to be relatively calm, expert says

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Is it possible to build a plastic-free home? Using plastic in construction is cheap and easy, but some are trying to radically cut back its use. See more

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Gas shortage caused by Iran war may push India back to dirtier fuels -- Reports from across India point to rising sales of biomass fuels like firewood and cow dung cakes.

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Facebook offering TikTok and YouTube creators $3,000 to post content -- Meta wants creators to "rediscover" Facebook, but a social media expert says viewers will not follow.

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US considers lifting sanctions on some Iranian oil -- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent broached waiving sanctions on oil already at sea, which would be a stunning reversal of longstanding American policy.

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Amazon's Alexa has had an AI upgrade. Now she's got more to say -- There has been criticism the Echo has stagnated, while other AI chatbots have become much easier to communicate with.

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India's ceramic hub grinds to a halt as Iran war chokes gas supply -- Manufacturers stopped operations after supplies of propane and natural gas reduced sharply in recent days.

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How oil and gas prices are pushing up the cost of living -- From fuel to mortgages, the BBC looks at how oil and gas prices could push up the cost of living.

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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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How Europe sleepwalked into yet another energy crisis -- It is not the first time that there has been deep energy-linked frustration in the heart of Europe.

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Analysis: Iran war is having a dramatic effect on the UK economy -- The knock-on effects of the war in the Gulf go beyond a hold on interest rates and are set to reverberate for months.

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UK agrees deal to ease migrant returns to Nigeria -- It comes during the Nigerian president's state visit to the UK - the first by a west African leader in 37 years.

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Why are gas prices soaring and how could it affect you? -- Analysts fear the disruption to supply could continue for longer than initially thought.

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India's young are more educated than ever. So why are so many jobless? -- India's educational enrolment has surged but jobs, especially good ones, are not keeping pace, a new report finds.

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Labubu film is official with Paddington director at the helm -- The film will combine live action and computer-generated animation and is in "early development".

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The Iran war is causing a global energy crisis - can China withstand it? -- With oil supply disrupted, Beijing's oil reserves and renewable energy push are being put to the test.

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US holds interest rates as Iran war triggers inflation fears -- The US central bank is moving cautiously, despite pressure from the president to cut interest rates.

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UK government increases BBC World Service funding by £33m over three years -- The funding increase is about 8% up on the previous financial year, the government will announce on Thursday.

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