Oil prices jump after US launches new attacks on Iran - The strikes come despite a ceasefire between Tehran and Washington as the two countries hold peace talks. 6 hrs ago - Business

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The world's carmakers are struggling to compete with China -- The BBC visited China's EV factories and found they are dominating the ecosystems shaping the global auto industry.

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Australia sues US giant 3M over 'forever chemicals' in firefighting foam -- The A$2bn case, which centres on contamination at defence sites, is the largest ever brought by the government.

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Why Fifa is being investigated over World Cup ticket prices -- New York and New Jersey are looking into the association after fans have reportedly been "misled" over ticket sales and seat locations.

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Google worker charged with using internal data to make $1.2m on bets -- The longtime Google employee was charged in New York for allegedly breaking insider trading laws.

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Is 'out of control' US tipping culture spreading overseas? -- As US servers increasingly expect a 20% gratuity, tips are also on the rise elsewhere, from Iceland to the UK.

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Canada signs landmark LNG energy deal with Germany -- The deal would see one million tons of natural gas shipped annually from Canada to Germany by the early 2030s through a proposed terminal in British Columbia.

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Energy price increases challenge connectivity across Africa -- Africa's largest mobile network operator warns that the Iran crisis could deepen Africa's connectivity gap.

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Why the Iran crisis threatens Africa's food supply -- The head of one of East Africa's biggest banks has warned of the Iran war's impact on food security in Africa.

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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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Reports of 'draft deal' with Iran send oil prices down

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One in six young people will not be in work or training in five years without action, UK report warns -- A major UK review examining the causes of rising youth unemployment says getting on the career ladder is now "out of reach" for many.

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Ousted BP chairman hits back at 'lies' about his behaviour -- Albert Manifold said no-one should be "allowed to hide behind anonymity" when commenting on his time at BP.

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How you can save money on your energy bill -- Experts say action now can save money when the pinch comes this winter.

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What will the energy cap changes mean for my bills? -- Typical annual household bills will rise by 13% when the new energy cap takes effect on 1 July.

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Energy bills to rise for millions as impact of Iran war hits -- A household using a typical amount of energy will pay £221 a year more, under the regulator's new price cap.

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'Bullying' and 'overbearing' behaviour behind abrupt BP chairman removal -- BP declined to comment on whether bullying behaviour was part of the reason for his immediate dismissal.

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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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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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Fads, not friends, now dominate our social media feeds -- Social media platforms used to be about communication between friends. The business model is to increase the time people spend on their apps and increase ad revenue.

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13 May 2026 -- Big tech bets on new mascots in bid to seem more cuddly -- The likes of Apple, Microsoft and Google are all putting cartoon characters centre stage. -- 13 May 2026

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9 May 2026 -- How sunburn inspired a new way to store energy -- Scientists are developing molecules that can store heat for months and release it when needed - a potential step towards cleaner energy for heating. -- 9 May 2026

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29 Apr 2026 -- AI firms claim their products could destroy humanity. Are they right? -- They built it. They're scared of it. They're selling it anyway. -- 29 Apr 2026

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23 Apr 2026 -- How technology is transforming India's silk industry -- Silk production is an increasingly high-tech business in India. -- 23 Apr 2026

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22 Apr 2026 -- 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. -- 22 Apr 2026

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15 Apr 2026 -- Why are so many Americans moving to Ireland? -- The number of Americans moving to Ireland last year was higher than the number of Irish people emigrating to the US. Was this just a blip or the start of a more profound trend? -- 15 Apr 2026

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2 Apr 2026 -- Dubai's tourism sector reels from 'brutal' impact of war -- The US-Israel war with Iran has had a devastating impact on visitor numbers to Dubai, and local businesses are suffering. -- 2 Apr 2026

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26 Mar 2026 -- Is New York's cannabis business flying high? -- Five years after it was legalised, cannabis is seemingly everywhere in New York, but business owners say that many legitimate businesses are struggling. -- 26 Mar 2026

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7 Mar 2026 -- From a £1bn dream to a brutal collapse: How Brewdog hit the rocks -- The Scottish craft beer company had transformed from a garage start-up into a brewing behemoth. How did it come to this? -- 7 Mar 2026

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5 Feb 2026 -- Saudi Arabia lifts alcohol ban for rich foreigners - could tourists be next? -- Saudi Arabia has started to allow wealthy foreign residents to buy alcohol, will tourists soon be allowed to do the same? -- 5 Feb 2026

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4 Dec 2025 -- How extreme heat could disrupt the 2026 World Cup and what fans can do about it -- With the World Cup draw set to take place on Friday, fans and businesses have been warned that extreme heat, bad weather and poor air quality could cost them. -- 4 Dec 2025

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20 Nov 2025 -- Are more businesses staying silent on climate? -- With sweeping changes to US environmental policies, it's been suggested that some companies are talking less about their climate pledges. But the truth behind the trend is complicated. -- 20 Nov 2025

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5 Nov 2025 -- The scramble for Greenland's rare earths -- As the US and the West races to break China's stranglehold over rare earths production, some firms are betting that Greenland will become a new mining frontier. -- 5 Nov 2025

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21 Oct 2025 -- Jobseekers are spending more to get hired – but does it help? -- In a tough job market, applicants are turning to paid tools to help them secure work, but are the increased costs worth it? -- 21 Oct 2025

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