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BBC News - Business

Oil price slides as Trump talks up Iran peace negotiations - The US president said talks to end the war are underway with Iran - a claim that officials in Tehran have disputed. 36 mins ago - Business

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OpenAI ends Disney partnership as it closes Sora video-making tool - The move comes less two years after the launch of the AI video app sent shockwaves through the media industry. 9 mins ago

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Fortnite-maker Epic Games lays off 1,000 more staff -- It is the second time in recent years the company has announced lays offs due to struggles with its blockbuster online game.

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Oil at $150 will trigger global recession, says boss of financial giant BlackRock - Larry Fink says if oil prices stay high for a sustained period it will have "profound implications" for the world economy. 4 hrs ago

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Everyday life in Asia is being upended by Iran war fuel crisis -- Asia relies heavily on oil and gas from the Gulf, and shortages and higher prices are starting to bite.

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Philippines declares energy emergency over Iran conflict -- The war has caused "imminent danger" to the country's energy supplies, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr says.

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Journalists at Australia's national broadcaster strike for first time in 20 years -- Staff have walked out for 24 hours over a pay rise offer that was below inflation.

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Meta told to pay $375m for misleading users over child safety -- The owner of Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp has been found liable by a court in New Mexico.

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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.

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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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Wall street remains volatile after Monday's market rally

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Oil above $100 over conflicting claims on US-Iran talks -- The US repeated claims it is in discussions with Iran while Shell warned oil shortages will hit Europe.

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Oil traders bet millions minutes before Trump's Iran talks post -- Market data shows the amount of oil trade rose before the US President said he would postpone attacks on Iran's power plants.

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China dials back on fuel price hikes to 'reduce burden' on drivers -- It comes as countries across the region are taking various measures to weather the soaring cost of fuel.

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Elon Musk's Starlink blocked from operating in Namibia -- Namibia's regulator noted that Starlink's subsidiary is not locally owned.

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Australia and EU agree sweeping trade deal in face of global uncertainty -- Australia and the EU sign sweeping trade and security deals after years of negotiations.

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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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US bans new foreign-made consumer internet routers -- There are almost no major brands of internet routers that are manufactured in the US.

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Cosmetics giant Estée Lauder in merger talks with owner of Jean Paul Gaultier and Rabanne -- The deal would create a global beauty giant, uniting brands such as Tom Ford, Bobbi Brown and Rabanne.

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OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies at 43 -- Leo Radvinsky became a billionaire after investing in the site, known for its pornographic content.

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US weight-loss drugmakers slash prices in fight to win customers -- Weight-loss drug prices are falling in the US - but can the example be repeated?

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Slovenia becomes first EU country to introduce fuel rationing -- Until further notice, motorists in Slovenia will be restricted to a maximum purchase of 50 litres of fuel per day.

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Huel bought by Danone in €1bn deal -- The health firm backed by actor Idris Elba and broadcaster Jonathan Ross is being bought by Danone for €1bn (£860m).

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'We can't justify a £52 lunch': Middle-income UK families cut back on days out -- A household with an average gross income of £55,000 has cut spending on leisure activities by £40 a week, offical figures suggest.

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BTS agency shares drop after comeback show turnout falls short -- The concert was attended by an estimated 104,000 fans, much lower than the expected 260,000.

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Starmer considers options over Iran cost-of-living concerns -- Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey is among those attending the emergency Cobra committee meeting.

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