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BBC News - Business

China car giant BYD says it can thrive without US - With the price of fuel rising China's BYD says it is positioning itself to benefit from the global shift away from fossil fuels. 1 day ago - Business

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The viral manifesto of 'anti-woke' tech boss with NHS and defence contracts - The boss of the controversial tech company with UK government contracts published a 22-point plan on the future of the West. 1 day ago

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US justice department drops probe into Fed chairman Jerome Powell -- President Donald Trump had accused Powell of improper cost overruns in renovating the Fed's building. -- US & Canada

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

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UK steps up plans for potential shortages caused by Iran war -- Officials are monitoring stock levels and planning for any potential disruptions to the supply chain. -- Middle East

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White House memo claims mass AI theft by Chinese firms -- A memo from Michael Kratsios says firms, mainly in China, are wrongfully distilling US AI models. -- World

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US soldier charged after winning $400,000 betting on removal of Maduro -- Gannon Ken Van Dyke allegedly made trades on Polymarket on the basis of classified information, the justice department says. -- US & Canada

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China's new exports take on the world -- A new generation of Chinese goods are riding a new wave as they become globally recognisable brands.

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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.

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How a pivot to hair accessories led to business success -- Jenny Lennick's colourful hair clips are sold across the US and around the world.

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The construction boss who built a new life after three years in prison -- Traci Quinn, who was jailed for a drugs offence, has transformed herself and set up a successful firm.

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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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Wall Street opens lower after record numbers

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The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough - A stellarator is difficult to build, but could it be the best way to make fusion energy work? See more

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Which airlines are cancelling flights to the UK - and what can you do? -- Airlines are putting up prices and cancelling flights in response to higher jet fuel prices.

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How does it affect me if share prices fall? -- Changes in the FTSE 100 and other indexes are not just for financial experts, they can affect our lives.

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Stock markets are too high and set to fall, says Bank of England deputy -- It is unusual for a senior figure at the Bank to be so forthright on market movements.

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What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed? -- We look at the different circumstances that affect you if you're due a refund for cancelled or delayed flights.

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Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount's $111bn takeover -- The approval came as Donald Trump is to attend a dinner with billionaire Paramount backers the Ellisons.

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What the Warner Bros deal could mean for streaming, cinemas and news -- If Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros goes ahead it could significantly reshape Hollywood.

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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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The UK government borrows to fund day-to-day spending as well as long-term infrastructure projects.

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The annual ONS crime data also shows overall recorded homicides have fallen.

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The improvement in government finances is unlikely to last, analysts say, with the impact of the Iran way yet to hit.

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3 days ago - UK equality watchdog says work 'ongoing' with McDonald's on sexual harassment prevention - 3 days ago

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The Serious Fraud Office raided homes and businesses over alleged conspiracy to defraud public money.

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Hundreds of thousands of firms could potentially win back some money after the tariffs were struck down.

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The former UK prime minister said graduates' concerns about getting entry-level jobs are justified.

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BBC UK editor Ed Thomas confronts a shopkeeper secretly filmed selling cannabis and cocaine to one of our researchers.

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Across the UK, shopfronts are being exploited by criminal gangs pushing illegal drugs, experts say.

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Billionaire investor Justin Sun is suing the family's World Liberty crypto venture after spending $45m on its tokens.

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The airline is the latest to cut flights as the US-Israel war with Iran sends jet fuel prices soaring.

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Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.

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How high could inflation get? And what could it mean for borrowers and savers around the country?

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The move could further delay payouts to millions of drivers who were mis-sold motor finance.

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The president also said the US will continue to blockade Iran's ports until peace talks progress.

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