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BBC News - Business

'Let's enjoy the ride' says Elon Musk, as AI fears mount - Talking to The Economist, Musk said he doesn't care if people hate him and said he was not a racist. 43 mins ago - Technology

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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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Tankers make sharp U-turns after Houthi shipping threat -- All of the ships were travelling to or from Saudi ports before changing course, ship-tracking data shows.

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Teenager drops social media addiction lawsuit against Meta - Claims from a 15-year-old boy were set to go to trial next week in Los Angeles, but the case has now been dropped. 17 hrs ago

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Canada's 'powerful' dairy sector is in Trump's trade crosshairs -- Canada's dairy supply management system is in the spotlight after the US president singled it out as one of three main irritants used to justify new tariffs.

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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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Google burning through cash with spiralling AI costs -- The company said earlier this year it expected to spend as much as $190bn on AI investments.

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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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This farmer wanted to quit the cocaine industry - he couldn't -- Colombians who grow cocaine's raw material bemoan a lack of support to help them switch crops.

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Conflict and tariff wars impacting markets, expert says

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Business Daily -- Power Players: Turbulent times for budget airlines

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World Business Report -- Why AI technology 'went rogue'

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World Business Report -- Brazil hit by US tariffs

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Business Daily -- Founders: Olio CEO Tessa Clarke's fight against food waste

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World Business Report -- More US tariffs on Canada

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World Business Report -- How will Trump's tariffs affect Canadian businesses?

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World Business Report -- New Prime Minister, familiar challenge

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World Business Report -- Andy Burnham becomes the UK new prime minister

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Business Daily -- The hidden cost of the gold rush

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World Business Report -- Who really wins the World Cup?

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World Business Report -- Asian shares sink despite AI boom

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Business Daily -- Taking Stock: A slower China and a durian glut

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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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Craft and keyboard: The trainees mastering tech and age-old skills - Firms have to balance hi-tech and age-old skills when training up young workers. See more

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Gary Lineker among millionaires asking Andy Burnham to tax them more -- A group including the former England footballer write to the new PM telling him "we can afford it".

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Why are UK fuel prices rising again? -- UK fuel prices are going up again after the collapse of peace talks to end the US-Israel war with Iran.

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Government to cut business rates for pubs, clubs and music venues -- Some hospitality firms will get a 20% discount from next April, saving an estimated £1,100.

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Former Lloyd's of London boss's relationship breached rules, firm says -- The insurance market's chairman said the CEO's conduct "fell significantly below the standards expected of him".

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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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'I can't afford to turn the oven on': 7.4m UK households struggling to buy essentials -- As Andy Burnham promises "breathing space" for households, millions are unable to buy items such as clothing, heating and food.

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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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China's Moonshot AI claims Kimi K3 can rival OpenAI and Anthropic -- The company has unveiled a massive new artificial intelligence model it says can take on top American firms.

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China hits out at British Steel nationalisation -- The UK government said taking the firm into public hands would safeguard "a vital national capability".

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The financial winners and losers from the World Cup -- Big bucks are being made from the 2026 tournament off the field, but who is raking in the most, and who is losing out?

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Trump Media to sell instant access to 'market-moving' social posts -- Trump Media is launching a fast, paid feed to its most influential posts for Wall Street traders.

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Chip giant TSMC pledges another $100bn to expand US production -- The company says it will create "high-tech, high-paying jobs", and raises its total commitment to the US to $265bn.

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EasyJet passengers stuck on tarmac for hours when plane couldn't refuel -- One passenger said she only got home at 06:00 after being stuck on the runway in the middle of the night.

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15 Jul 2026 -- China economic growth falls sharply, missing target -- Weak demand domestically and the impact of the Iran war on oil prices overshadowed the country's strong exports. -- 15 Jul 2026

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14 Jul 2026 -- I changed jobs 10 times in 10 years to get the career I wanted -- The lily-padding trend sees young people repeatedly move jobs to try to advance in the workplace. -- 14 Jul 2026

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14 Jul 2026 -- 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. -- 14 Jul 2026

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13 Jul 2026 -- 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? -- 13 Jul 2026

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12 Jul 2026 -- 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. -- 12 Jul 2026

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10 Jul 2026 -- 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. -- 10 Jul 2026

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10 Jul 2026 -- 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. -- 10 Jul 2026

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10 Jul 2026 -- Is this the electric car of the future? -- Shell's Triple 10 Challenge Concept Car car can charge its battery from 10% to 80% in 10 minutes. -- 10 Jul 2026

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9 Jul 2026 -- Pressure builds on Europe's biggest port to be greener -- A lawsuit demands that the Port of Rotterdam moves faster to cut its dependence on fossil fuel firms. -- 9 Jul 2026

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