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Oil jumps back above $100 after US-Iran peace talks fail - The failure of negotiations at the weekend has raised concerns that the global energy crisis will deepen. 5 hrs ago - Business

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US home buyers 'frozen' as sales slump over Iran war fears -- The number of homes sold in the US hit a nine-month low, with economists warning of the slowdown could worsen.

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GTA-maker Rockstar Games hacked again but downplays impact -- The incident marks the second time the games giant has been hacked by young, English-speaking hackers.

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The Dutch village at risk of being demolished -- Moerdijk has been earmarked for removal, to make way for a vast electricity substation.

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French cement giant guilty of financing militant groups including Islamic State -- The French company paid $6.5m to jihadist groups to keep its plant running in war-torn Syria, a Paris court heard.

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EasyJet passengers describe EU border 'nightmare' -- Airlines warn of further disruption due to the introduction of a new EU digital border control system.

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Roblox defends expanded age‑checks after parents raise concerns over errors -- With 144m daily users, the gaming company is extending its tech to introduce two age‑specific accounts.

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'Every drop of water counts': Fear for the future of Argentina's glaciers -- A controversial law to ease protections for the glaciers has passed, opening the doors for mining.

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The US refinery now processing Venezuelan oil -- Chevron is now importing 250,000 barrels of crude per day from Venezuela.

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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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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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US shares open in the red as blockade looms

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TV for dogs booms, but are they watching? TV channels for dogs are multiplying but research is mixed on whether dogs are watching. See more

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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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Will UK petrol and diesel prices start going down? -- UK petrol prices have risen because of the US-Israel war with Iran but the ceasefire could see prices drop.

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Why the UK government is relaxed about Chinese car imports -- The UK government believes the rise of China's car industry could be good for UK consumers and industry.

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EU airline industry warns of fuel shortages if Strait of Hormuz stays closed -- Airports Council International (ACI) Europe said its members had "increasing concerns" about the availability of jet fuel.

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Tankers urged not to pay toll to Iran for use of strait -- Tanker firms are being advised not to pay Iran any levies in return for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

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Soaring pump prices drive US inflation to highest level in almost two years -- A surge in prices at the pump due to the Iran war has pushed the inflation rate to 3.3%.

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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 EU's much-delayed Entry/Exit System will change the way UK passengers travel to 29 countries.

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The bold and sensual fashion house has been struggling with debt amidst a slowdown in global luxury spending.

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Importers are in line for tariff refunds. But whether everyone who paid the for the tariffs will get money back is a trickier question.

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The gambling platforms have grown in popularity, with some users making wagers on conflicts.

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Motoring groups have warned drivers not to expect a significant drop in costs soon.

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The British perfume designer and Zara are being sued by Estée Lauder over a collaboration.

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Despite a ceasefire, the Iran war will continue to affect farmers' costs and therefore food prices.

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Crude prices tumbled by as much as 15% on the conditional pause but remain far higher than before the war.

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Airlines have reduced services and lifted ticket costs as the Iran war weighs on jet fuel costs.

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Analysts fear long-lasting economic damage from the US-Israel war with Iran has already been set in motion.

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Allowing all ships through the Strait of Hormuz will calm markets but the war has created new problems, says BBC editor Faisal Islam.

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Mortgage rates have been rising and hundreds of the cheapest deals have disappeared over the last month.

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The music giant behind acts such as Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter gets an offer from Bill Ackman's Pershing Square.

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The US president has threatened to take out Iran "in one night" if it does not agree to open the Strait of Hormuz.

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Increases in the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage mean 2.7 million workers will be paid more from April.

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