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Xbox tech boss says 'unacceptable' outage should not have affected disc games -- The outage meant Xbox users had trouble signing into their accounts, seeing their game library and launching games

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Meta shares fall as frustration grows over AI spending plans -- CEO Mark Zuckerberg said the firm intends to sell its AI tools to other companies for the first time.

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Shell profits double as oil prices rise due to Iran war -- Disruption to global supplies of oil and liquid natural gas through the Strait of Hormuz has pushed up prices.

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'No magic wand' to tackle high prices, Fed boss says as US interest rates held -- The Federal Reserve's decision, which was broadly expected, means rates remain between the 3.5% and 3.75%.

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The Chinese robot army transforming the UK's retail industry -- Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's robotics firms.

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The 20-somethings betting big on tech stocks -- The BBC hears from people about the risks and rewards of investing in technology shares.

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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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Is it time to stop using glue and labels on paper? Labels and adhesives can prevent paper from being recycled but there's new tech aimed at changing that. See more

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Virtual interviews don't show bosses your personality, says Burnham -- Interviews online may not allow young people to "shine" and communicate their "passion", the prime minister says.

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British Airways flight called mayday on approach to Heathrow -- The call was made on an Airbus A320 flying from Dusseldorf airport in Germany on 6 July following two stall warnings.

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UK interest rates expected to be held again by Bank of England -- The Bank also expects the economy to grow more than previously forecast this year, although uncertainties remain because of the Iran war.

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Trump considering AI controls after OpenAI hacking incidents -- It marks a change of tone for his administration, which has taken a more hands-off approach to the technology.

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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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Trump administration bans new Chinese humanoid robots -- The US and China are locked in a race to the lead the world in robotics and artificial intelligence.

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Why Wimbledon is serving Indian ice cream and Bollywood beats -- Departing from tradition, Wimbledon shed its restraint to target new audiences in cricket-crazy India.

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eBay agrees $56m settlement with bloggers over harassment case -- Former eBay executives carried out "unprecedented" harassment over a critical newsletter.

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Chip stocks slide in US and Asia as AI jitters rattle investors -- Trading on South Korea's Kospi index was paused temporarily on Tuesday morning after slumping by 8%.

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Johnson & Johnson offers up to $5.5bn to settle baby powder lawsuits -- The proposed settlement aims to close a years-long legal battle over claims its talcs products cause cancer.

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Chinese chipmaker shares surge nearly 470% in blockbuster stock market debut -- The company's shares soared by nearly 470% in its market debut, as the AI boom drives chip demand.

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Shein swings to $99m loss as Trump tariffs hit sales -- The announcement comes as the fast fashion giant prepares for its stock market debut in Hong Kong.

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Tech titan ordered to pay ex-wife $644m in divorce settlement -- The divorce, involving the chairman of one of South Korea's biggest companies, has gripped the nation.

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What tariffs has Trump introduced and why? -- Trump's volatile trade policy has thrown the world economy into chaos, and put some US prices up.

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China's Moonshot AI stole from Anthropic, Trump tech adviser says -- The allegations come as Chinese AI companies are facing increased US government scrutiny.

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Firm hacked by rogue OpenAI models says it is 'a wake-up call' -- A co-founder of start-up Hugging Face told the BBC that most firms are not aware that the "game has changed".

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EU clears $110bn Paramount and Warner Bros merger, but it remains on hold in US -- The European Commission gave its green light, but it came with conditions attached for Paramount.

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