Oil jumps and shares fall after Trump Iran address - The US president called on nations that need Gulf oil to take the lead to keep the Strait of Hormuz open. 45 mins ago - Business

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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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UK chancellor says she's angry at Trump's decision to launch war with Iran - Rachel Reeves says the US president does not have a "clear plan" to exit the conflict. 10 hrs ago

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Elon Musk's SpaceX moves to become a publicly traded company - 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. 6 hrs ago - US & Canada

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Oil briefly falls below $100 and shares jump on Trump Iran war pledge -- European stock markets opened higher after the US president said the conflict would "end very soon".

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Republicans unveil plan to end partial US government shutdown -- The plan would fund the Department of Homeland Security and immigration and border agencies separately.

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Australia to crack down on gambling ads after years of criticism -- Australians lose more money to gambling, per capita, than anywhere else in the world.

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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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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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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.

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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.

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

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Mass robotaxi malfunction halts traffic in Chinese city -- Baidu has not responded to a request for comment about the outage, which affected at least 100 cars.

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Palantir UK boss says it's up to militaries to decide how AI targeting is used in war -- The company's AI platform Maven has reportedly been used by the US to identify targets in Iran.

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How English-only condolences undid one of Canada's top CEOs -- The episode is the latest reminder of the complicated politics around language and identity in Canada.

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Peppa Pig and Transformers owner Hasbro hit by cyber-attack -- The firm says its operations remain open but says the hack "may result in some delays".

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Asia's migrant workers debate if Gulf jobs are worth deadly risk of Iran war -- Iran's strikes on Gulf states have been especially hard for migrants who have long supported these economies to lift their families back home from poverty.

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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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Warning Iran war 'shock' could push up mortgages for 1.3m UK homeowners -- Higher energy prices could lead to higher borrowing costs for homeowners, the Bank warns.

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Claude Code users hitting usage limits 'way faster than expected' -- Anthropic, the company behind the AI coding assistant, said it was fixing a problem blocking users.

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UK minimum wage rises to £12.71 an hour as firms warn of impact -- Many businesses have said they will have to pass higher wage costs onto customers.

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US gas price tops $4 for first time since 2022 -- The Iran war continues to push up prices at the pump for US motorists.

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Thousands lose their jobs in deep cuts at tech giant Oracle -- It is thought that thousands of people may have lost their jobs at Oracle, one of the world's largest tech companies.

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Korean Air takes emergency action as fuel prices soar -- Many airlines are taking measures to deal with the economic impact of the Iran war.

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How the US could try to seize Iran's Kharg Island -- Donald Trump has indicated he could send troops to take control of Iran's key oil export terminal.

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Oil nears highest price since start of Iran war -- The US-Israel Iran war has halted almost all traffic in a key waterway and the price Brent crude has surged.

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Social media firms must better enforce Australia under-16 ban, watchdog says -- Regulator eSafety says it has concerns about how Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube are complying with the ban.

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