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US inflation rate eases to 3.5% as gasoline prices fall - While the US inflation rate fell in June, concerns remain over price rises increasing again due to the renewed conflict in the Middle East. 12 mins ago - US & Canada

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Singapore court orders Bloomberg to pay $356,000 to ministers in defamation case -- The ministers claimed the piece, which cited their luxury bungalow deals, had tarnished their reputation.

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The SpaceX IPO made history. One month on has it lost momentum? -- A month on from the firm's stock market debut, the reality of how SpaceX currently makes money has seemed to come into clearer focus.

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How US commerce secretary's Epstein links were uncovered by British whistleblower -- Simon Andriesz made the discovery about Howard Lutnick in publicly released Epstein files.

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World Business Report -- Twelve US states take on Paramount

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The mysterious crypto firm backed by Farage's biggest donor -- Tether is a giant in crytocurrency, an industry that Nigel Farage believes the UK should be embracing.

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US burrito giant Chipotle opening first outlet in Mexico -- Other US fast-food brands have struggled to succeed in the countries their dishes originated in.

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California leads lawsuit to block Paramount Warner Bros mega merger -- The state, where both studios have headquarters, has joined 11 others to halt the deal.

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Volkswagen planning to cut up to 100,000 jobs globally -- The group, which includes Porsche and Audi, has faced a steep fall in profits and tough competition from China.

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New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain -- It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.

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Wealthy AI workers send San Francisco house prices soaring -- The median cost of a home in the city is now $1.7m, a record high, according to the latest figures.

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Wall Street opens lower amid tech sell-off

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World Business Report -- Cashing in on Taylor Swift's wedding trash

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World Business Report -- Still in the game?

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World Business Report -- Passenger survives aeroplane drama

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World Business Report -- Volkswagen makes sweeping production cuts

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World Business Report -- Chinese factories raise their prices

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World Business Report -- George Johnson: 'He was extraordinary'

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World Business Report -- Ukraine's drone strikes hit Russia's oil industry

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World Business Report -- SpaceX's lift-off moment stalls

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World Business Report -- Ethanol fuels row in India

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Business Daily -- Follow the Money: The Rolling Stones

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Good Bad Billionaire -- Reed Hastings: Netflix's co-founder and media disruptor

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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.

1 month ago

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.

2 months ago

Is tracking your food purchases good for your health? Food tracking apps are popular, but are they a good way to make us eat a healthier diet? See more

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How much should you give to the year-end teacher collection? -- Collecting money for a joint present might overcome the competitive gift-giving, but it can still cause friction.

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How to change bank, energy or broadband provider and save money -- Changing your broadband or energy supplier, or even your bank, for a better deal is simpler than it used to be.

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How Aldi is taking on US supermarkets with its $4 almond butter -- The German supermarket's $9bn US push targets urban hubs like Manhattan. Can its discount model match Walmart?

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Will Trump Accounts deliver for American children? -- The White House has hailed the project as giving new generations a stake in the American dream, but the scheme has its critics.

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Chip giant SK Hynix raises $26.5bn as shares surge in bumper US listing -- The shares surged as much as 17% in their Nasdaq trading debut on Friday following the record-breaking foreign listing.

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Major car firms found not to have installed emissions-cheating devices -- A High Court judge said some major car manufacturers did not install a device to cheat emissions testing.

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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

3 months ago

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

3 months ago

Vapes to have less enticing names and flavours to protect children -- People are being consulted about plans to stop vape companies using enticing flavour descriptions that "attract" children into experimenting.

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2 Jul 2026 -- Is there an AI stock market bubble? -- Despite the Iran war and rising inflation, US stock markets have continued to hit all-time highs this year. -- 2 Jul 2026

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19 Jun 2026 -- Nike v Adidas: The World Cup brand battle -- Eye-watering budgets are nothing new, but this year both Nike and Adidas have gone bigger and bolder than ever before in the fight for World Cup attention. -- 19 Jun 2026

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19 Jun 2026 -- A heavily jeered $250m goldmine: Are World Cup hydration break ads here to stay? -- BBC Sport explores how hydration break ads work in other countries and how they could impact the future of football. -- 19 Jun 2026

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4 Jun 2026 -- SpaceX says it's worth $1.75tn as it targets largest stock market debut -- Elon Musk's space‑exploration company has set a target price for buyers earlier than expected. -- 4 Jun 2026

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28 May 2026 -- Why Fifa is being investigated over World Cup ticket prices -- New York and New Jersey are looking into the association after fans have reportedly been "misled" over ticket sales and seat locations. -- 28 May 2026

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22 May 2026 -- Fads, not friends, now dominate our social media feeds -- Social media platforms used to be about communication between friends. The business model is to increase the time people spend on their apps and increase ad revenue. -- 22 May 2026

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13 May 2026 -- Big tech bets on new mascots in bid to seem more cuddly -- The likes of Apple, Microsoft and Google are all putting cartoon characters centre stage. -- 13 May 2026

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9 May 2026 -- How sunburn inspired a new way to store energy -- Scientists are developing molecules that can store heat for months and release it when needed - a potential step towards cleaner energy for heating. -- 9 May 2026

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29 Apr 2026 -- AI firms claim their products could destroy humanity. Are they right? -- They built it. They're scared of it. They're selling it anyway. -- 29 Apr 2026

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23 Apr 2026 -- How technology is transforming India's silk industry -- Silk production is an increasingly high-tech business in India. -- 23 Apr 2026

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22 Apr 2026 -- Is Italy the new tax haven for the global rich? -- With the war in the Middle East hurting Dubai, Italy has become an attractive location for wealthy individuals from France and elsewhere. -- 22 Apr 2026

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15 Apr 2026 -- Why are so many Americans moving to Ireland? -- The number of Americans moving to Ireland last year was higher than the number of Irish people emigrating to the US. Was this just a blip or the start of a more profound trend? -- 15 Apr 2026

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2 Apr 2026 -- 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. -- 2 Apr 2026

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26 Mar 2026 -- Is New York's cannabis business flying high? -- Five years after it was legalised, cannabis is seemingly everywhere in New York, but business owners say that many legitimate businesses are struggling. -- 26 Mar 2026

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