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BBC News - Business

Potential Houthi threat to Red Sea shipping could further damage global economy - The Iran-backed group could bring a second crucial waterway to a standstill, writes Sebastian Usher. 9 hrs ago - Middle East

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Shops and restaurants in Egypt told to close early as energy crisis deepens -- Retail and dining premises will have to shut by 21:00 each night for the next month to conserve power. -- World

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China bus photo removed from Scottish Highlands travel campaign -- Eagle-eyed social media users noticed that the road had bright green crash barriers and a green bus. -- Scotland

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US House to vote on DHS funding as travel chaos deepens -- The planned vote is unlikely to end the funding impasse as long security lines at US airports continue. -- US & Canada

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Bank of America to pay out $72.5m over Epstein lawsuit -- The settlement comes after a lawsuit accused the bank of facilitating Epstein's sex trafficking operation -- US & Canada

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How Trump and the oil markets move in sync: Five changes in charts -- Oil markets have been sensitive to Donald Trump's comments on the war. But are traders growing less responsive? -- World

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'We're having a moment': Fear and denial in Silicon Valley over social media addiction trial -- The landmark decision in an LA court may go beyond immediate impacts on defendants Meta and YouTube. -- US & Canada

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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.

6 days ago

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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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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Reports of a US peace plan for Iran send oil prices lower

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The spiky cactus fruit giving Indian farmers a cash boost - Indian farmers are turning to dragon fruit as a profitable alternative to mangoes and coffee. See more

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UK gas price above 150p a litre for first time in nearly two years -- Motorists are facing higher fuel prices ahead of Easter break due to the conflict in the Middle East, the RAC says.

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Three charts that are warning signs flashing for Trump on Iran war -- As gas prices rise, Trump's approval rating is heading into politically dangerous territory.

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Just Eat and Autotrader among UK firms investigated in fake reviews probe -- The UK's competition watchdog says it is looking at five firms in its investigation into misleading online reviews.

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Panic buying prompts PM to reassure Australians over fuel supply -- Anthony Albanese says nation's supply remains "secure" amid reports of panic buying and shortages.

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How the Iran war may affect UK bills and finances -- The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

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How the Hormuz closure could affect food, medicines and smartphones -- The price of a wide range of goods - from food to smartphones and medicines - could be affected by the US-Israel war with Iran.

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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

9 days ago

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

9 days ago

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

9 days ago

A federal judge told the government it could not immediately enforce a ban on Anthropic's tools.

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The US president's signature will appear on new paper currency alongside Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

8 hours ago

Ming Yang proposed building a wind turbine manufacturing plant at Ardersier.

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Michael Rousseau has faced calls to resign for not speaking French in his message after the LaGuardia crash, which killed two Air Canada pilots.

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While Trump's order could provide temporary relief, it is unclear what authority the White House could invoke for such a move.

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US District Judge Jane Boyle said the company had failed to show it had suffered any harm under federal competition laws.

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Five years after it was legalised, cannabis is seemingly everywhere in New York, but business owners say that many legitimate businesses are struggling.

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The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.

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A woman has been awarded $6m in a verdict that could have implications for hundreds of other cases in the US.

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