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BBC News - Business

Bumble shares soar after report dating firm in $1bn takeover talks - The jump pushed Bumble's stock market valuation to more than $580m but that is still far below their peak of more than $14bn. 2 hrs ago - Business

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UK growth upgraded but energy prices and rates to bite in 2027 -- The IMF report comes as final preparations are being made to the first Budget under Prime Minister Andy Burham.

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Qantas flight grounded after bedbug outbreak -- The flight from Italy to Australia was cancelled after passengers on the plane's previous journey complained of bug bites.

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Fridges in French supermarkets hit by cyber attack -- Hundreds of stores were targeted by the overnight hack, which spoiled fresh and frozen food estimated to be worth millions of euros.

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Boardroom feud tests trusted Indian business empire -- The dispute raises questions about the Indian conglomerate's governance, succession plans and future.

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Why Moscow is staying tight-lipped on Trump's energy ceasefire -- While Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky suggests he would sign up to a ceasefire on energy infrastructure, Russia has said little.

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Which war is having the biggest impact on diesel prices - Iran or Ukraine? -- Both conflicts have led to less diesel being exported - but the data shows more has been lost from the Middle East.

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I earn £120,000 a year making social media videos go viral -- Social media "clippers" make short, vertical videos that appear on the likes of Instagram and TikTok.

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How oil-rich Alberta's economy might fare if it broke away from Canada -- Albertans vote this month on staying in Canada or moving ahead to a binding independence referendum.

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Norway is building Europe's biggest seaweed industry -- Norway is betting big on this versatile, sustainable ocean crop, with underwater farms to processing plants.

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Wall Street down from record highs

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World Business Report -- Missile attacks disrupt Saudi flights

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World Business Report -- Trump strikes deal with Putin on diesel

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World Business Report -- Microsoft hit by US green card restrictions

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World Business Report -- French FM tries to allay fiscal fears

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World Business Report -- Is AI powering a global trade boom?

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World Business Report -- US mortgage rates highest since 2023

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World Business Report -- Indian businesses brace for higher interest rates

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World Business Report -- Paramount takes over Warner Bros in mega deal

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World Business Report -- Education protests continue in France

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Good Bad Billionaire -- Gautam Adani: The multiple mogul

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World Business Report -- Markets rally after surprise Brazilian election result

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World Business Report -- Spain's housing crisis leads to snap General Election

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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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Why are more roofs not made of solar tiles? Solar tiles were touted as an attractive alternative to solar panels - why have they not taken off? See more

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I lost my hair to MS treatment - now my wigs are worn by Naomi Campbell and Serena Williams -- Antonia Okonma Shittu's wig business was launched after a shock diagnosis, and she now wants to help other women feel their best.

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Heating oil customers face tough winter despite shake-up promise -- Heating oil customers facing soaring bills are promised better regulation of the sector by the government.

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What is the Budget and what could be in it? -- Chancellor John Healey will set out his plans for UK taxes in October.

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How to avoid getting stung if you miss credit card payments -- People are increasingly falling behind on credit card repayments, so here's the best way to get debt advice.

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Healey faces £35bn Budget challenge to meet spending pledges, says think tank -- The Institute for Fiscal Studies says the government will need a "top-up" of billions of pounds if it wants to meet its spending plans.

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AI is less regulated than milk, says Microsoft president -- Brad Smith calls for global rules on AI, and says the UK is in the "best position" to lead the charge.

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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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Roofing scammers con homeowners out of thousands of pounds -- One in 10 scams reported to Citizens Advice relate to fraudsters charging for work not done, or done badly.

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Citroen revives the 2CV for an electric age -- The French firm is reinventing the classic model as carmakers come under pressure from Chinese rivals.

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Trump announces deal for Russian diesel as Zelensky calls it a gift to Putin -- Ukraine's president sharply criticised the move, calling it an "investment in war that must be ended, not prolonged".

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Boots has a new owner: Three ways it could affect you -- The stalwart of Britain's High Street has been sold to a Canadian billionaire family. What will that mean for you?

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Trump wants to reduce the cost of fuel as the midterms loom - will it work? -- The price of fuel has soared as the cost of living emerges as a key issue for millions of Americans.

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Ex-Deutsche Bank trader jailed for rigging rates has conviction overturned -- The Court of Appeal quashes the conviction of Christian Bittar, a former Deutsche Bank trader jailed in 2018.

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I've been with my boyfriend for two years and don't know his salary -- Talking about salary, spending habits and debt can be some of dating's trickier conversations.

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Nvidia-backed data centre firm scraps IPO as AI valuation concerns deepen -- Firmus said it had made the decision due to "recent market volatility and prevailing market conditions".

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'Add me on WhatsApp' scam calls to be investigated -- The UK's data watchdog is investigating a spike in complaints about "robo calls" that appear to lead to a recruitment scam.

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What can I do to protect myself after 'Asos hacked' message? -- Asos says people should not engage with the unauthorised notification and says it'll provide further information.

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Chrysler Building to get its crown restored after being sold -- The distinctive Manhattan skyscraper will undergo a major renovation and provide a new supply of offices.

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We spent thousands on a Tui river cruise but ended up on coach trips -- Passengers have described their anger after their itineraries changed to involve hours spent on coach trips instead.

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'Come all the way' back to EU, French finance minister tells UK -- Roland Lescure tells the BBC that being in the bloc enables members to better address the challenges facing the world.

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AI chip boom pushes Samsung profits to record $80bn -- The tech giant is also expected to get a boost from its latest folding devices that were launched in August.

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Asahi and Kirin among Japan beer giants raided over alleged price-fixing cartel -- Japan's Fair Trade Commission conducted searches of the country's largest beer-makers.

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