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Taxi and food discounts offer to boost youth jabs

The government's latest vaccine drive comes as 67% of 18 to 29-year-olds in England have had a first jab. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/37bOL0v
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The perfect storm striking World of Warcraft

All of a sudden, WoW players are in revolt, and its competitors are having a boom. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WvFhuP
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Covid: One in five firms plan job cuts as furlough tapers - survey

From Sunday, government payments reduce to 60% towards salaries, with employers paying 20%. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3xhcg2X
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Heatwave risk from plans to convert shops to homes

Turning more commercial property into homes raises fears of sub-standard conditions, says a report. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3j62I5H
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‘Lenders won’t touch us - my home’s worth nothing'

Campaigners say government attempts to unlock parts of the property market paralysed by the cladding crisis have stalled. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3C2Zp7N
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Home car charger owners urged to install updates

Security vulnerabilities in two domestic electric car chargers were discovered by researchers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/37anQSF
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Owners of home car chargers urged to install updates

Security vulnerabilities in two domestic electric car chargers have been discovered by researchers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3C2rIDp
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Elon Musk: 'I don't want to be CEO of anything'

Elon Musk reiterated on Friday that he doesn't want to be Space X or Tesla boss. What's going on? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BZzLkw
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Elon Musk: 'I don't want to be CEO of anything'

Elon Musk reiterated on Friday that he doesn't want to be Space X or Tesla boss. What's going on? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3BZzLkw
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Employee shortages: Where have all the workers gone?

From hospitality to road haulage, firms say they can't get staff. So are employees now calling the shots? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lge7CC
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'Covid vaccine scammers nearly got me'

Sioban Moore escaped disaster by a whisker after receiving a fake email inviting her for a jab. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lge4qq
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Monzo bank in money laundering rules investigation

Monzo warned investors that the investigation could have a negative impact on the digital bank. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Vq3XVi
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Amazon hit with $886m fine for alleged data breach

The tech giant rejects claims it has broken European Union data protection laws. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/376WPzy
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Facebook, Google expect jabs for office return

The tech companies will require vaccination for returning in-office employees as Covid-19 cases rise in US from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lbLAho
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Eurozone out of recession after economy grows 2%

Data suggests all economies in the 19-country bloc expanded in the last three months. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3icWPEH
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Untethered bi-pedal robot runs 5km and other tech news

Jen Copestake looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VoRaCw
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British Airways owner IAG to ramp up flights

IAG, which also owns Iberia, says it plans to run at 75% of its 2019 passenger capacity by the end of the year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lbjRgV
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A US company has turned a former coal plant into a gas-fired Bitcoin mine

Environmentalists have criticised the gas-fired mine but the company says it offsets its emissions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WuEASt
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Amazon predicts slower sales growth as Covid boost eases

The tech giant says third quarter sales growth will be slower as customers return to physical shops. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3zO0puH
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Scarlett Johansson sues Disney over streaming of Black Widow

The star says box office takings for Black Widow were hit when it was streamed at the same time. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VjG7u6
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Didi: Chinese ride-hailing giant denies plans to go private

Didi shares surged by almost 50% in pre-market trade after a report that it planned to go private. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3i8qJK6
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Didi: Chinese ride-hailing giant denies plans to go private

Its shares surged by almost 50% in pre-market trade after a report that it planned to go private. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i8qJK6
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Dairy giant Arla says driver crisis hitting milk supply

Supermarket supplier Arla Foods says a lorry driver shortage has forced it to cut deliveries by up to 25%. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3icuRsE
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'I was asked how often I use the toilet'

Disabled jobseekers have to overcome too many barriers, MPs say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3rEBZB6
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Empty shop numbers rise as Covid continues to bite

The number of vacant shops continues to rise after a year of lockdowns, the BRC says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fb115X
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The fungus and bacteria tackling plastic waste

Bacteria, fungus and enzymes can all digest plastic, but can they work at a useful commercial scale? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rFNhFj
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Scarlett Johansson sues Disney over streaming of Black Widow

The star says box office takings for Black Widow were hit when it was streamed at the same time. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VjG7u6
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Amazon predicts slower sales growth as Covid boost eases

The tech giant says third quarter sales growth will be slower as customers return to physical shops. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3zO0puH
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Robinhood has a muted stock market debut

Shares in the online trading platform fell in its first day of trading in a lacklustre debut. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2V12t3P
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Shareholder dissent grows over Morrison's takeover bid

More shareholders are coming out against a proposed £6.3bn deal for the supermarket chain. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WzoCqp
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Bumble to give staff unlimited paid leave

The dating app's policy is subject to manager approval and comes after the firm shut down for a week. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3BTKfBV
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Rick Astley rolls into a billion YouTube views

Rickroll meme helps Never Gonna Give You Up reach new heights. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3f6fks7
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Google to ban sugar-daddy apps from Play Store

Apps focused on "compensated sexual relationships" will be prohibited from 1 September. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3l9ePkZ
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US economic growth 'disappoints' as Covid surges

The world's largest economy grew by 6.5% in the second quarter but fell short of forecasts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/376o0ua
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Older Kindles may lose internet connection, Amazon warns

Amazon tells customers older Kindles might lost their ability to connect online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iXPgkl
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NHS Covid-19 app pings rise by over 70,000 to new record

The number of coronavirus alerts hits a new record, with nearly 690,000 sent in England and Wales. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ybiNNS
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Facebook warns growth set to slow 'significantly'

The technology giant said on Wednesday that the third and fourth quarters would see advertising sales drop. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yeKyF2
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Drug firm fined for huge price rise that hit NHS

Advanz pushed up the price of thyroid tablet packs more than 10-fold, says the competition watchdog. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3zMGT1Q
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Australia house prices soar at 'unsustainable' rate

Six state capitals have seen record prices for the third quarter in a row, the survey said. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3l4b801
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Google app charges targeted by mass legal claim

A new legal action seeks compensation for all UK Android users who buy apps on Google Play. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BPlOWd
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Uber slides over reports SoftBank selling 45 million shares

Japan's SoftBank is selling the shares to cover losses in other investments, according to one report. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3xlRz61
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Uber slides over reports SoftBank selling 45 million shares

Japan's SoftBank is selling the shares to cover losses in other investments, according to one report. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xlRz61
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Fresh warning over rip-off locator forms on Google

'Devious' sites which charge money for a free passenger locator form top search engine results. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xaPCJo
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Covid: Furlough scheme set to wind down further

Employers will have to contribute more to the job support scheme before it is phased out in September. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3i9SjGV
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'We lost our life savings in a cryptocurrency scam'

A pensioner caught up in an investment saga lost it all, prompting warnings to others. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3BQib2m
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Car production hit by 'pingdemic' and global chip shortage

The UK industry says the demand is there but it is "desperately trying to get back to full capacity". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3zMnjTf
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Google workers will need Covid jabs to return to office

The search engine says it will roll the policy out globally across its offices in the coming months. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3l6bB1H
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Facebook warns growth set to slow 'significantly'

The technology giant said on Wednesday that the third and fourth quarters would see advertising sales drop. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3yeKyF2
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Activision Blizzard staff walk out over harassment claims

Employees of the company behind Call of Duty are angry over allegations of sexism and harassment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3C1tRPY
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International cruises to restart from UK

Quarantine for fully vaccinated arrivals from US and EU to UK ports also waived. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3C1oRLc
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US economic recovery 'making progress', says Fed

Widespread vaccinations have helped boost the economy and employment, the US central bank says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3j25B7H
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Former eBay supervisor jailed for cyber-stalking critics

A former police captain turned eBay employee harassed critics of the online-auction company. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3la0SmT
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Ofcom appoints online safety head to take on big tech

Anna-Sophie Harling will have responsibility over how big technology companies regulate harmful speech. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3zYpzXR
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Covid-19: The pandemic explored in maps and data

Political scientist Dr Robert Muggah looks at the effects of the pandemic and national lockdowns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3j0CyBl
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Intel chief warns of two-year chip shortage

Pat Gelsinger talks chip crisis, China and how the firm intends to fight back in the marketplace. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iaKCjS
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Shamook: Star Wars effects company ILM hires Mandalorian deepfaker

The artist, who uses the online alias Shamook, has been recruited by Industrial Light and Magic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BOHK3D
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Oculus recalls Quest 2 headset pads after skin rashes

Quest 2 headset owners are urged to claim a free silicone cover to avoid skin issues. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3i66nB4
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Oculus recalls Quest 2 headset pads after skin rashes

Quest 2 headset owners are urged to claim a free silicone cover to avoid skin issues. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i66nB4
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Team BRIT’s Aaron Morgan: How hand controls help me race

The Team BRIT driver on how adapted cars help him compete in races against non-disabled drivers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3l5PNn2
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Housing market cools as stamp duty break withdrawn

UK house prices still rose by 10.5% compared with a year ago, Nationwide building society says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3zHVbk1
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Sheffield Forgemasters: Ministry of Defence to acquire steel firm

Sheffield Forgemasters will see up to £400m of investment in the next decade, the government says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iYhqvo
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Cannabis part of the future says tobacco giant

British American Tobacco says its future lies in getting people to switch to nicotine alternatives. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UVhwfm
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Honda workers in Swindon to face 'reality check' after it closes

Swindon car plant prepares to stop production on July 30 after 35 years of production. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3lbNpea
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Tech giants' profits soar as pandemic boom continues

Apple, Google parent company Alphabet and Microsoft report soaring quarterly profits. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3zKHZea
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Food distributors complain of lack of detail over Covid tests

Smaller food delivery services say they have been left in the dark over the new Covid daily testing plans. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3f6sKV9
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Barbie maker Mattel warns of higher prices as costs rise

Toy giant Mattel made the comments as it announced better than expected quarterly sales. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3zK4JLo
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Electric car charging prices 'must be fair' say MPs

Consumers should not have to pay excessive prices to use public car charging, MPs say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xdlRYm
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Electric car charging prices 'must be fair' say MPs

Consumers should not have to pay excessive prices to use public car charging, MPs say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3xdlRYm
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Fully-jabbed from EU and US could avoid quarantine

Senior cabinet ministers are due to discuss the move for arrivals to England in a meeting on Wednesday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VaDta2
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Can better tech make video meetings less excruciating?

Technology firms are scrambling to add new features but will video calls improve. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iPcWqU
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Tech giants' profits soar as pandemic boom continues

Apple, Google parent company Alphabet and Microsoft report soaring quarterly profits. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3zKHZea
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Instagram makes under-16s' accounts private by default

Only approved followers can see posts and "like" or comment on accounts that retain the private setting. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BOVxHu
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Morrisons' shareholder will not back takeover bid

Silchester International says it is not inclined to support a £6.3bn deal for the supermarket chain. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UTzxe0
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Twitter accused of inaction on anti-Semitic tweets

Campaign Against Antisemitism says many reported hateful tweets are not being removed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UM3qgt
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Vaccine access deepens divide between rich and poor nations

Economic prospects have diverged further due to differing access to Covid vaccines, the IMF says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WhNJxE
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Tesco offers £1,000 joining bonus for HGV lorry drivers

The supermarket chain is deploying the recruitment tactic amid a shortage in lorry drivers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3j96USn
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Bid for better bailiffs as pandemic debts rise

A plan is agreed to reduce aggressive debt collection, although charities still want statutory regulation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3f1qWg1
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Activision staff condemn firm's response to harassment claims

About 1,000 Activision Blizzard staff sign a letter describing managers' response as insulting. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UWON9T
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Activision staff condemn firm's response to harassment claims

About 1,000 Activision Blizzard staff sign a letter describing managers' response as insulting. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UWON9T
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Covid: Insurance threat for pinged holidaymakers

Some travel insurance policies will not cover cancellation costs for travellers told to self-isolate. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3rDmARF
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Stain remover demand rises as distancing shrinks

Vanish-maker Reckitt says the end of social distancing has led to a focus on appearance. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TBHZxQ
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China stocks see biggest slump in US since 2008 financial crisis

The value of New York-listed Chinese companies has plummeted after a series of crackdowns by Beijing. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iOOyWx
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Tesla profit surge driven by record car deliveries

The electric carmaker's revenues nearly doubled in the three months to 30 June compared with last year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iOMC04
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Bezos' $2bn offer to get back in race to the Moon

The billionaire offers to pay $2bn in Nasa costs to be reconsidered for a key Moon lander contract. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/372IFQ8
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Bezos' $2bn offer to get back in race to the Moon

The billionaire offers to pay $2bn in Nasa costs to be reconsidered for a key Moon lander contract. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/372IFQ8
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Can better tech make video meetings less excruciating?

Technology firms are scrambling to add new features but will video calls improve. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iPcWqU
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House prices at new high as buyers seek more space

Strong demand for houses will last into 2022 as buyers react to the pandemic, says property website Zoopla. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3BU4BuW
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Why remote working leaves us vulnerable to cyber-attacks

Experts warn working from home has led to complacency over security protocols from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3i43Qax
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Tesla profit surge driven by record car deliveries

The electric carmaker's revenues nearly doubled in the three months to 30 June compared with last year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iOMC04
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Covid: More pinged workers eligible for daily tests instead of isolation

Waste workers, prison staff and defence workers will be able to avoid isolation, the government says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VeXBIc
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UK defence firm bid monitored by government

The government says it will monitor the proposed sale of Ultra Electronics to US equity-owned Cobham. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3x0xjqc
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Jaguar Land Rover owner Tata Motors feels chip shortage strain

Tata Motors sees losses narrow, but warns that a lack of semiconductors could halve car production. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TDTQLW
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Over-60s with only virtual contact 'more lonely'

UK-US research finds old people who used only telephone and online communication were more lonely. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3x31yNb
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Amazon Bitcoin job ad boosts cryptocurrency surge

News Amazon is hiring a digital-currency expert has helped boost the value of Bitcoin. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2URs5QD
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Tesco Bank to close all its current accounts

The bank says most of the current accounts have limited activity and are not being used. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/373GcVA
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Amazon Bitcoin job ad boosts cryptocurrency surge

News Amazon is hiring a digital-currency expert has helped boost the value of Bitcoin. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2URs5QD
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Vineyards set to go high tech with smart systems

Changing climate conditions and water shortages see some Australian wine growers turn to technology. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rAoPVw
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Ministers consider blocking China's role in UK nuclear power

The move, amid rising tensions with Beijing, could impact the development of a plant in Suffolk. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3BCVnTL
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Heathrow warns of further fall in passenger numbers

The airport says it could see even fewer travellers in 2021 due to testing requirements and restrictions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3zsgGp4
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Marlboro maker Philip Morris could stop selling cigarettes in UK

Tobacco giant Philip Morris says the brand could disappear from shops in 10 years' time. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UG3xtX
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Shares in Chinese online tutoring firms slump after shake-up

It is one of the biggest ever overhauls of China's $120bn private tutoring industry. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ByOgvk
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Shares in Chinese online tutoring firms slump after shake-up

It is one of the biggest ever overhauls of China's $120bn private tutoring industry. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ByOgvk
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Tencent shares slide after Beijing crackdown on music rights

China's market watchdog said the technology giant broke the country's anti-competition rules. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Wffkzv
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Tencent shares slide after Beijing crackdown on music rights

China's market watchdog said the technology giant broke the country's anti-competition rules. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Wffkzv
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Why remote working leaves us vulnerable to cyber-attacks

Experts warn working from home has led to complacency over security protocols from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i43Qax
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Covid: 'I earned less, but spent the same'

A new Couch to Financial Fitness programme aims to help people organise their finances post-pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3eX22OR
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Government pingdemic response chaotic, say food supply firms

Supply firms are having to fight to keep food on supermarket shelves, an industry body warns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2V8l7X9
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The experiences replacing closed High Street stores

Go-karts, bowling alleys and eateries have taken the place of closed retailers on the High Street. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UBDB2x
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Covid-19: More testing sites for key workers to avoid isolation in England

Police, transport, freight and fire workers will be able to join the daily contact testing scheme. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3y48ElQ
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Face palm: When the emoji you want doesn't exist

There are about 3,000 emojis to choose from but what happens when the one you want isn't there? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3y5Y6CP
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Covid: The holiday makers having to self-isolate abroad

Some holidaymakers who tested positive for Covid while abroad are having to stay and self-isolate. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3eP5ZVH
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Beach rover picks up cigarette butts and other tech news

Jen Copestake looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UJDfXB
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Ransomware key to unlock customer data from REvil attack

The gang behind the attack had previously asked for $70m to access the stolen files. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hXFb7r
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Covid: New testing plan will not work, says CBI

The industry body criticises government plans that allow some key staff to bypass the NHS Covid app. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kNR7ul
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Printer ink pricier than champagne finds Which?

According to a Which survey a pint of printer ink could cost up to £1,300. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hZhThN
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Zuckerberg wants Facebook to become online 'metaverse'

CEO wants users to work, game and communicate in a virtual world, often using VR headsets. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iCqia1
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Rail services face cuts as staff self-isolate

Operators say they may have to run fewer trains as more employees are hit by the "pingdemic". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WhGKVL
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Firm fined £2.6m for claiming clothes prevent Covid

Australian activewear company Lorna Jane is branded "exploitative" and "predatory" by a judge. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3zx43sV
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Rural vacuum for getting hold of cash

People living in rural areas have less chance of withdrawing or depositing cash nearby, research finds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3Bvwb1b
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AI breakthrough could spark medical revolution

A program has been used to predict the structures of nearly every protein in the human body. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iyQYZi
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Twitter and Snap add users as restrictions ease

The social media companies passed analysts' expectations with their latest financial update. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iAcsVG
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Euro 2020 boosts food and drink retail sales

Sales rose by 0.5% as millions stocked up on food and drink to watch the Euro 2020 football tournament. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3zmgnvQ
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India food delivery giant Zomato sees stellar stock market debut

Shares in the Ant Group-backed company traded more than 80% higher than their initial public offering price. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UCdMz6
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India food delivery giant Zomato sees stellar stock market debut

Shares in the Ant Group-backed company traded more than 80% higher than their initial public offering price. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UCdMz6
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Didi shares fall on reports China is planning penalties

The ride-hailing giant's shares are now down by more than 25% since their New York market debut last month. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BwXBUE
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Didi shares fall on reports China is planning penalties

The ride-hailing giant's shares are now down by more than 25% since their New York market debut last month. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3BwXBUE
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Road planners 'can ignore climate change'

Government guidelines mean road planners can effectively ignore climate change, campaigners say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3zF7Ww3
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What does a future-proofed home look like?

The technology exists to make homes more resilient to extreme weather, but it can be expensive. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36ZjCNu
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How global conferences are using tech to stay in business

Moving events online kept the industry going during the pandemic and now they're here to stay. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UB4t2n
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Twitter and Snap add users as restrictions ease

The social media companies passed analysts' expectations with their latest financial update. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iAcsVG
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UK food workers to be exempt from Covid isolation

Key parts of the food industry will move to daily Covid testing, the government says, after isolating workers led to supply shortages. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3yczpVz
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Websites hit by global outage

Dozens of hugely popular websites have been knocked offline. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wW0ESM
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California sues Activision Blizzard over alleged harassment

One of the world's largest gaming companies is accused of endemic discrimination and harassment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iAX4ID
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UK tech giant founder Mike Lynch can be extradited to US

Lawyers for Autonomy's founder, Mike Lynch, say he will fight the US authorities' bid to try him for fraud. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xYypEe
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UK tech giant founder to fight extradition ruling

Lawyers for Autonomy's founder, Mike Lynch, say US authorities should not be allowed to try him for fraud. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3xYypEe
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Inflation spike temporary, says BoE deputy governor

The recent pick up in price rises is not expected to last, says Bank of England deputy Ben Broadbent. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2W9yEyh
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Post Office scandal: Postmasters to get up to £100,000

Subpostmasters wrongly convicted of offences during an IT scandal will receive up to £100,000. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3znEnib
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Twitter trials upvote and downvote buttons

Some iOS users will see thumb and arrow buttons as the company experiments with voting. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eM9aNL
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Heatwave: The worst jobs to have as temperatures soar

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More than 600,000 people pinged by NHS Covid-19 app

618,903 people in England and Wales received self-isolation alerts in the week up to 14 July from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wV9v7e
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Pegasus spyware seller: Blame our customers not us for hacking

NSO Group tells BBC News: "The finger-pointing should be at the customer." from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rzvpfe
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Hackers reportedly demand $50m from Saudi Aramco over data leak

The world's most valuable oil producer confirmed to the BBC that company files had been leaked. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kJXoYi
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Zoomtown-on-Sea? The lure of a new life on the coast

Remote working meant the Lancaster family could live anywhere - they found their sea view in Scarborough. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kIbTvF
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Hackers reportedly demand $50m from Saudi Aramco over data leak

The world's most valuable oil producer confirmed to the BBC that company files had been leaked. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kJXoYi
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Covid: No need to panic buy, says supermarket boss

Iceland says empty shelves are not industry-wide but the rising 'pingdemic' threatens shop openings. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3zBP2Gn
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Call for online abusers to be reported to bosses

A group is calling for companies to set up ways for people to report workers behaving abusively online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eHOjeE
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Stinky Bay? Local names added to map to aid coastal rescue

Local names for coastal places are added to OS maps to help rescuers locate those in need. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3y0tNgI
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Bitcoin climbs as Elon Musk says Tesla 'likely' to accept it again

The firm had said in May it would no longer accept the cryptocurrency over environmental concerns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3BDtYky
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Bitcoin climbs as Elon Musk says Tesla 'likely' to accept it again

The firm had said in May it would no longer accept the cryptocurrency over environmental concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BDtYky
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Charity, dating and pet spending booms, says Nationwide

People have been spending more on non-essentials as Covid restrictions ease, Nationwide says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2W2xRit
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CEO Secrets: 'Four-day weeks are good for business'

CEO Joe Munns says giving his workers a three-day weekend makes them happier and more productive. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3wUcuNe
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Nord Stream 2: US and Germany reach deal on controversial Russian gas pipeline

The US says the agreement prevents Russia from using the pipeline as a political weapon over Europe. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kJAO1U
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Opioid crisis: US drug giants reach $26bn settlement

Four drug-makers and distributors have agreed to pay the sum to settle thousands of government lawsuits. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3zj2yyn
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NHS workers in England offered 3% pay rise

Nurses and other NHS workers will get the award "in recognition of the unique impact of pandemic" on staff. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3y9kCuN
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Senior US Catholic resigns over Grindr allegations

A newsletter obtains mobile app data allegedly showing a Roman Catholic official used Grindr and visited gay bars. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2V5hOQn
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Fewer flat buyers to face pre-mortgage cladding checks, says Robert Jenrick

Lenders agree to change applications for loans involving buildings below 18m high, the government says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kD8Ogh
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British man arrested in Spain over Twitter hack

The police action is the latest in a series of arrests over the 2020 attack on a series of celebrity accounts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rpSa56
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BP: Lorry driver shortages closing some sites temporarily

The oil firm says the "vast majority" of shortages were being "resolved within a day". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3zp63Dd
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Zoom offers app store with team-building games

A range of both productivity and fun apps will be available for users within the Zoom platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xXkyxN
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'Catastrophic' backlog at driving licence body, warns union

MPs are told bad decisions by DVLA managers resulted in a "catastrophic" processing backlog of 1.4 million cases. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3zhWfek
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China: Taobao, Weibo fined for illegal child content

Major online platforms like Weibo, Taobao and QQ have been fined and ordered to "clean up". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36R1Mwc
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UK property sales at new record as boom peaks

Sales surged during June but analysts say the property boom has peaked as stamp duty holidays are withdrawn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3eCuC7J
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Next shoppers splurge on summer clothes as weather heats up

The retailer upgrades profits forecast and repays some business rates relief after seeing a summer sales surge. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3rnmEEZ
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Gold attracts young investors trading online, says The Royal Mint

The Royal Mint records a rise in profits aided by a fivefold increase in gold investment by young adults. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3rnmAoJ
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China: Taobao, Weibo fined for illegal child content

Major online platforms like Weibo, Taobao and QQ have been fined and ordered to "clean up". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36R1Mwc
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Netflix to include mobile games for subscribers

The firm said on Tuesday that the "time is right to learn more about how our members value games". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UzLvct
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UK government borrowing falls in June

Despite a fall, borrowing was still the second-highest on record for June as Covid spending continues. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36RXhBv
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M&S warns of higher prices and less choice in Northern Ireland

Chairman Archie Norman is urging the government to act to prevent "pointless" customs checks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UXPob6
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JP Morgan: US banking giant gives boss 'special award'

The award to Jamie Dimon is to persuade him to lead the company for a "significant number of years". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36QaJGk
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Pegasus scandal: Are we all becoming unknowing spies?

We may be stepping into a world in which we are all spies - and at the same time are all spied on. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eXHLc3
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Cyber-flashing: 'I get explicit messages every day'

Influencer Elle Edwards lets us inside her DMs to show the extent of sexual abuse faced by women online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eEiVxk
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Is there a solution to the hospitality staff crisis?

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Netflix to include mobile games for subscribers

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EU plans to make Bitcoin transfers more traceable

Companies handling crypto-assets would have to collect customer details. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kHcsFQ
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The little tech firm gunning for an airspeed record

Electroflight has built the E-NXT which it hopes will break the electric airspeed record. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3Bnw5bM
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Covid: Officers told not to check green and amber arrivals, union says

Passenger locator forms and mandatory tests will not be routinely reviewed in England, a union claims. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kI7b0L
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Israel PM warns Ben & Jerry's owner Unilever of consequences over sales ban

The ice cream maker's parent company Unilever is told "strong action" will be taken against boycotts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3eCX6yq
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Covid: Food industry calls for isolation rules exemption

Several industries are lobbying the government for their staff to be classed as critical workers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hR7XGT
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Northern's ticket machines hit by ransomware cyber attack

Northern rail's new self-service machines were installed at 420 stations two months ago. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wUR9mG
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Biden rows back on Facebook 'killing people' comment

The US president says he was referring to a dozen people spreading misinformation on the platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kxVLwB
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Apple delays return to office as Covid cases rise

A three-day-a-week return to the office is reportedly postponed until October. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rkHjJA
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Women's state pension: Compensation closer for Waspi campaigners

The government was too slow to tell women they would be directly affected by the rising state pension age. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3Bm8R64
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Council algorithms mass profile millions, campaigners say

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Spyware: The software that watches you

BBC’s cyber reporter, Joe Tidy, agreed to be spied on to understand the spyware experience further. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3issIYz
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HMV backs High Street with plans for 10 new stores

The music chain's owner says people love shopping and want to touch goods before buying. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3BoMaOv
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Jeff Bezos to blast into space aboard New Shepard rocket ship

Billionaire Jeff Bezos will launch into space in the first crewed flight of his rocket ship. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rsqQ6o
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Microsoft: Chinese authorities slam 'groundless' hacking claims

A group of Western countries had accused China of carrying out a major cyber-attack on the tech giant. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Bov1V9
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Twitter suspends Marjorie Taylor Greene over 'misleading' Covid posts

Georgia Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene has been a vocal critic of vaccines and the use of masks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kGHPAB
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Bitcoin mining machines steamrolled by Malaysia police

Officers had seized more than 1,000 Bitcoin mining units allegedly powered by stolen electricity. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Bkozi6
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Prospect of Morrisons bidding war recedes

US investment firm Apollo, which was considering making an offer, has now changed its mind. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2W1qrfx
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David Cameron lacked judgement over Greensill, MPs' report says

David Cameron showed a lack of judgement when he informally lobbied on behalf of Greensill Capital, MPs say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kzuppP
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Covid: Isolation rules loosened for critical workers

People performing "critical" tasks including air traffic controllers will still be able to work under new rules. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3Bi2UHe
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Northern's self-service ticket machines hit by ransomware cyber attack

Northern rail's new self-service machines were installed at 420 stations two months ago. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3wUR9mG
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Using plastic waste to help solve sand shortages

With construction sand in short supply crushed plastic is being used as an alternative. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3rvELZv
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Covid: Will easing change England's new tech habits?

The pandemic brought about big changes in the way people use tech - the question is will they last? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eD9UEO
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China accused of cyber-attack on Microsoft Exchange servers

The UK, US and EU have accused China of carrying out an attack on Microsoft Exchange email servers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iobdsj
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Writing fake online reviews could be made illegal

The government is proposing law changes to stop people being exploited by businesses online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Blrxmf
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Plans to crack down on online rip-offs unveiled

The government promises law changes to stop people being exploited by businesses online. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3Blrxmf
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Ben & Jerry's to stop sales in Palestinian territories

The ice-cream maker said it was “inconsistent with our values” to continue selling products in the region. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3eAJwvo
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Two jabs needed to enter nightclubs from September

People will need to be fully vaccinated to enter venues where large crowds gather, the government says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3eyhCAj
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Royal Navy tests drones above and below waves

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Zoom bets billions on hybrid working in Five9 deal

The firm announces a $14.7bn (£10.7bn) deal to buy Five9, a cloud-based call centre operator. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wKis32
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Pegasus: Who are the alleged victims of spyware targeting?

Jamal Khashoggi's wife and the editor of the Financial Times are among those said to be targeted. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wQCU2b
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Global shares slide amid Covid economic recovery fears

Stock markets in the UK, the US and Europe fall on concerns that rising cases may impede a recovery. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Tl7Ee1
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Zoom bets billions on hybrid working in Five9 deal

The firm announces a $14.7bn (£10.7bn) deal to buy Five9, a cloud-based call centre operator. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3wKis32
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China accused of cyber-attack on Microsoft Exchange servers

The UK and the EU have accused China in connection with a major cyber-attack on Microsoft servers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iobdsj
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Post Office Horizon scandal: More subpostmasters cleared

The Court of Appeal clears 12 more former subpostmasters who were wrongly convicted. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kv7n3h
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Custom glasses: Will 3D-printing change our eyewear?

Eyewear can be more tailored to an individual’s face producing a better fit and reduce overstocking. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eyaB29
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Thousands of orders cancelled after Ocado robot fire

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Greene King closes 33 pubs amid 'pingdemic'

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Carlos Ghosn: Father and son sentenced for helping ex-Nissan boss escape

Michael and Peter Taylor were convicted of helping ex-Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn escape Japan in 2019. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3exmzcF
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How to cool your home in a warming world

Low-energy designs and technologies can keep homes comfortable, come rain or shine. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kxrGgO
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Pegasus: Spyware sold to governments 'targets activists'

Israeli tech firm NSO denies media reports that its software has been sold to authoritarian regimes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UXaWVq
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Covid: Face mask rules relax but what do workers think?

It is no longer a legal requirement to wear a face covering in England, but some employees are nervous. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36KlWrM
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Thousands of orders cancelled after Ocado robot fire

The online grocer says the blaze was caused by a collision between robots at one of its warehouses. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kxi4CE
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Using plastic waste to help solve sand shortages

With construction sand in short supply crushed plastic is being used as an alternative. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rvELZv
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Oil producing nations agree deal to control prices

The Opec cartel and Russia will boost supply which should see petrol prices at the pumps come down. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3zbAoFn
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Covid: 'Pingdemic' threatens shop openings say supermarkets

M&S says it may have to reduce opening hours if more workers are forced to self-isolate. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3iriQOZ
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'It felt like now's my moment for a new career'

Covid lockdowns have led to a boom in the number of people retraining and starting up new businesses. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3exjXeN
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Why was my tweet about football labelled abusive?

A BBC journalist sets out to discover how Twitter moderates posts after he was banned from the platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wHexEc
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Covid: Travel firms angry over France quarantine rule

The continued need for travellers to quarantine on arrival in England and Wales undermines confidence, tourism groups say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Ul3H9M
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Why the Scouts are launching a money badge after Covid

Why Scouts are lending a hand on tackling financial literacy in the wake of the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3BbS6dz
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Craft beer industry accused of being 'sexist boys' club'

Independent beer makers have promised reform following allegations of discrimination and harassment. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VHYV6s
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Covid: Fully jabbed arrivals from France must still quarantine

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Uber will continue to require riders to wear masks

The ride-hailing firm says passengers will still need to wear a face covering after rules relax on Monday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3z7mjsq
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Hong Kong: US to issue warning on business risks

The US is set to issue an advisory for businesses after China imposed a national security law there last year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ermA1E
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AI narration of chef Anthony Bourdain's voice sparks row

A recreation of the late celebrity cook's voice is used in a film about his life. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3krAmF5
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Robot helps people get dressed and other tech news

Romana Kreider looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xXocaU
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Valve reveals handheld Steam Deck PC games console

Gaming giant Valve has produced a handheld console that can play popular PC games. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Bl3B2G
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Warnings grow about staff forced to self-isolate

Alarm mounts over fears of a "surge" in workers and medical staff forced to quarantine after being "pinged". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3z3nc5f
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Petrol prices at eight-year high, says AA

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Drugs giant GSK plans to create up to 5,000 jobs in new UK hub

GSK aims to expand its Stevenage facility to create one of the largest life sciences sites in Europe. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3z5yQgg
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Five ways for firms to reach customers with disabilities

Five ways to rethink how businesses can reach customers with disabilities. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3eHK9DF
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Entire whisky distillery ships out to China

More than 35 tonnes of production equipment is leaving Scotland for the port of Tianjin under a £3m deal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3z32DWN
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Finding 'Grace': Murder, DNA and ancestry

How a novel use of DNA and ancestry websites is helping police uncover clues in cold case murders. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ksE8OD
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How your personal data is being scraped from social media

As hackers scoop up data from social media sites, should firms be taking better care of your data? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2U7RKEr
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Covid staff shortage could shut meat production lines

The industry has warned of shortages as one in 10 staff are told to isolate by the NHS Covid app from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3knSJe5
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Goldman Sachs to require staff to wear masks from Monday

The banking giant hopes 70% of UK staff will return to its London office in the coming weeks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3z65LRw
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Covid: Al fresco dining to become a High Street fixture in England

Pavement licences are to be extended and takeaway pints will continue for another year to help the sector. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ie13uu
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Small shops face £1.7bn debt mountain, says report

The warning is in the latest report on the future of High Streets by former retail chief Bill Grimsey. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3wNtNPQ
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Should we trust big tech with our health data?

Our medical records are in demand by tech firms who want to use the data to help tackle illnesses. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3rb5EBE
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Covid: Foreign Office still advising against travel to countries set to turn green

Both will be added to the UK's green list on Monday, but the foreign office still advises against travel. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ko4Bgo
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WhatsApp to let users message without their phones

For the first time, billions of people will be able to use the service even if their phone has no battery. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ekGGdM
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Revolut becomes most valuable UK start-up after £24bn valuation

Revolut's latest valuation has made its Russia-born boss Nik Storonsky a multibillionaire. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VLc3b8
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Clippy returns - as an emoji

Microsoft changes its paperclip emoji to look like its early virtual assistant, the object of much affection and frustration. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ibGi2o
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MPs call for complete reset of music streaming to ensure fair pay for artists

The music industry is weighted against artists, who see "pitiful returns" from streaming, MPs say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3idri42
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Instagram admits moderation mistake over racist comments

The social-media platform said its technology had been erroneously identifying the comments as benign. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kzaMOT
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Nissan sees 10% of workforce told to self-isolate

Up to 700 workers are sent home from its Sunderland plant after being alerted by the NHS app. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3krjzCp
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CEO Secrets: 'Don't sell your technology too early'

The CEO of an eco-friendly textiles firm advises holding out for the biggest customer you can find from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3xHrCOX
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Biggest rent rises in commuter and coastal towns

City centre rents show signs of increasing again as the easing of Covid restrictions sees demand rise. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3wB3gFq
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Cambridge data shows Bitcoin mining on the move

New analysis shows crypto-mining moving away from China, while Kazakhstan boomed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36CcTJj
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Plans submitted for electric battery 'gigafactory' in Coventry

The plant at Coventry Airport could create 6,000 new jobs, those behind the plans say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3B3V18i
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Should we trust big tech with our health data?

Our medical records are in demand by tech firms who want to use the data to help tackle illnesses. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rb5EBE
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UK job vacancies climb past pre-pandemic levels

New figures show the number of vacancies is 77,500 higher compared to the beginning of last year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3B3mQO3
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MPs call for complete reset of music streaming to ensure fair pay for artists

The music industry is weighted against artists, who see "pitiful returns" from streaming, MPs say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3idri42
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China's post-pandemic economic rebound loses steam

The world's second largest economy grew by 7.9% in the second quarter compared to a year earlier. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ig8rpf
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Korindo: Korean palm oil giant stripped of sustainability status

A BBC investigation found Korindo been buying up and burning swathes of Asia's largest rainforests. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3r8QcpH
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Mastercard: India stops payment service provider from issuing cards

India's central bank says Mastercard violated an order directing payments data to be stored locally. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3z0MCjY
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Mortgages refused for self-employed who took Covid grants

Mortgage brokers say self employed and furloughed workers are being turned down by some high street lenders. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hGBhzQ
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Insurers plan green replacements for car and property write-offs

Written off or stolen petrol cars could be replaced with electric vehicles, as part of a wide-ranging eco-plan. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kjv26X
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Why the US is launching a $300 monthly child benefit

The payments will go to about 39 million households, according to the US Treasury Department and the IRS. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/37eJbLi
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Microsoft announces Windows 365, a subscription cloud PC

Microsoft has announced a new cloud PC technology where users stream their PC to any device. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kjwhTI
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Masks 'expected' to be worn in shops after 19 July

The government says shoppers will still be expected to wear to masks but it won't be a legal requirement. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2U3lLoU
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EE aims for 5G coverage everywhere in UK by 2028

Portable cells, drones and satellites will deliver on-demand 5G connections to the most remote locations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kpQ2bU
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Facebook adds 'expert' feature to groups

Admins in Facebook groups will have the power to designate "experts" from its members. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yYlB0y
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John Lewis and Waitrose plan to cut 1,000 jobs

John Lewis and Waitrose want to make the cuts as part of a shake-up of store management. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3i7ygHY
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NHS Covid app: Should it stay or should it go?

There is a clash over the future of the NHS tracing app, as many delete it - or ignore its alerts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eisCl4
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North West England leads housing boom with prices up 15%

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Waterstones to encourage shoppers to wear masks in stores

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Duran Duran’s Invisible: 'Thrilled' with AI collaboration

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Price rises speed up again as economy unlocks

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Zomato: India food delivery unicorn opens $1.2bn IPO

Zomato is the first Indian digital start-up to go public - expectations are high but analysts are wary. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hD1S0N
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US warns businesses over China's Xinjiang province

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REvil: Ransomware gang websites disappear from internet

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Covid: Planned redundancies at lowest level since 2015

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Carry on flying, says government green plan

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How your driving might reveal early signs of Alzheimer's

Research shows how small changes in the way you drive could expose preclinical signs of disease. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kanfIo
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Ex-Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn: How I escaped Japan in a box

The former boss of Nissan and Renault reveals how evaded house arrest to flee to Lebanon. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3wDVTx5
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Covid: Masks to remain compulsory on London transport

Sadiq Khan says commuters will be required to wear face coverings on TfL services after 19 July. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2T7Of02
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McDonald's owners offer childcare to lure staff

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Social-media giants discuss racist abuse with PM

The prime minister will host a round table with representatives of Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Snapchat. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2T66PWi
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Social media influencers face relentless abuse, MPs are told

Em Sheldon says people are "so angry" at her for using her online platforms for commercial gain. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2U5cfS0
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Firms don't plan to rush back to offices on Monday

Businesses to keep a cautious approach to bringing staff back as Covid restrictions are lifted in England. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UEvxh0
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Inflation: Used cars and food push US prices higher

Consumer prices in the US rose 5.4% in the 12 months ending in June, official data show. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3yRz2zl
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Amazon rolls out encryption for Ring doorbells

Footage captured by the video doorbells will now be end-to-end encrypted, following a trial. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kdgiGH
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Confusion for nightclubs over Covid pass policy

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Google fined €500m by French competition authority

The search giant must propose ways to compensate news businesses for the use of their content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eb9rJQ
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Exeter University research: 'Gamers learn about nature'

Players of a big-budget action-adventure game have a better knowledge of nature, researchers say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i8bpMc
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Iranian hackers posed as British-based academic

A group in Iran pretended to be a British-based academic and compromised a London university website. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36wY3DX
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How MetaHuman Creator helped me create ‘Dana’

Realistic digital humans can be produced rapidly with the new software, Epic Games says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hBnYkk
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Tesla: Elon Musk ‘rather hates’ being company boss

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Climate change: Technology boosts efforts to curb tree loss in Amazon

Smartphones and satellite data help indigenous people in the Peruvian Amazon to limit deforestation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xENsmc
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UK banks emerging from pandemic in good health, says report

The latest Bank of England report into financial risks says consumers and firms will still need support. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2U3zQCA
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Flipkart: India online retail giant raises $3.6bn in latest funding round

This brings the Walmart-backed firm's value to almost $38bn ahead of its expected market debut. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kpE6Y3
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Flipkart: India online retail giant raises $3.6bn in latest funding round

This brings the Walmart-backed firm's value to almost $38bn ahead of its expected market debut. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3kpE6Y3
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How your driving might reveal early signs of Alzheimer's

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Covid: Bus and train firms must decide whether to mandate masks

Masks will not be legally required on public transport when Covid restrictions are eased in England. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3r5V0fh
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Springtime bounceback lifts High Streets to record growth

High Street sales from April to June grew at the fastest pace on record, industry figures indicate. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hzX3p5
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Voice cloning of growing interest to actors and cybercriminals

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Tesla: Elon Musk ‘rather hates’ being company boss

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Truck driver visa options under discussion

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EU puts its digital tax plan on ice

The EU says suspending the plan will help achieve a global tax deal, but Ireland is still unhappy. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i2ViiV
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Nightclubs and large events advised to ask for vaccine passports

Those attending clubs and other large events should be asked for proof they have had their jabs, says health secretary. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2U2POwD
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EU puts its digital tax plan on ice

The EU says suspending the plan will help achieve a global tax deal, but Ireland is still unhappy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3i2ViiV
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Heathrow's long queues blamed on self-isolating staff

Terminal 5 sees long queues at security because staff were told to self-isolate by the NHS app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hwXLmH
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Virgin Galactic may sell $500m in stock after space success

The company filed to sell up to $500m (£360m) in stock the day after its founder reached the edge of space. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UIY19b
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Heathrow's long queues blamed on self-isolating staff

Terminal 5 sees long queues at security because staff were told to self-isolate by the NHS app. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hwXLmH
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Euro 2020: Why abuse remains rife on social media

Racist abuse aimed at football players following Sunday's tournament finale has been widely condemned. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hZ4iFS
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Super Mario 64 game sells for record-breaking $1.5m at auction

An original Zelda cartridge and a Mario game set successive records at auction within days. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3e8IYwA
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Super Mario 64 game sells for record-breaking $1.5m at auction

An original Zelda cartridge and a Mario game set successive records at auction within days. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3e8IYwA
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Racist abuse of England players Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho & Bukayo Saka condemned by Boris Johnson and FA

Prime Minister Boris Johnson and the FA condemn racist abuse aimed at England players Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3k6ubGs
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Daily Mail: Rothermere family considers bid to take news group private

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Taiwan tech giants Foxconn and TSMC to buy 10m Covid jabs

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Taiwan tech giants Foxconn and TSMC to buy 10m Covid jabs

The government has come under intense pressure to speed up its vaccine programme. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3xBW8tw
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Virgin Galactic: Sir Richard Branson rockets to the edge of space

The UK businessman realises a lifetime's ambition by riding a rocket plane high into the sky. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3k2QAVb
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G20 finance ministers back deal to tax companies

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Almost half of staff care less about their careers since Covid

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Google boss Sundar Pichai on tax and his personal tech habits

Google boss Sundar Pichai defends company record on tax – and explains his personal tech habits. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3k8gqqE
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Voice cloning of growing interest to actors and cybercriminals

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CBI employers group calls for early end to self-isolation rules

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How did my phone number end up for sale on a US database?

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Electric cars: Man named after service station plans motorway ‘revolution’

A man named after Toddington services on the M1 promises to install hundreds of new charge points for electric vehicles. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3AQngHl
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Classic Football Shirts warns customers of scam

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'My music is always there when I need it'

Music fans explain why they wouldn't part with their vinyl and CDs, despite the rise of streaming. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3yIBngc
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From living in a tent to financial independence

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Why strawberry experts are hoping to serve up an Ace

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NHS Covid app settings changing to send fewer alerts

Alterations to take place amid fears that millions would be asked to isolate as people mixed more. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36qWWWm
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Microsoft pays staff $1,500 for work in pandemic

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Are lots of people deleting the NHS Covid app?

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Biden to sign new order cracking down on Big Tech

The executive order will include measures on boosting competition across several sectors, including travel. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3yFcgdT
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Holiday firms launch legal action over travel lists

Group including Ryanair and BA wants more government transparency over Covid travel rules. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3wyTiEq
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Pollution-eating car shown off at Goodwood Festival

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Calls grow for extra bank holiday if England win

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Mothers lose fight against two-child benefit limit

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NHS Covid-19 app sensitivity to be reviewed

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Legal challenge over ministers' private email use

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Hospitality gives UK economy a boost in May

Economic output grows 0.8% in May helped by pubs and restaurants serving customers indoors. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3htHlLY
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Toyota halts donations to Republican election objectors

The Japanese car maker donated $56,000 to Republicans who tried to block certification of Biden's win. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hSAkn2
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Quadriplegic driver makes Goodwood Festival racing debut

Former IndyCar driver Sam Schmidt was paralysed from the shoulders down in a racing accident in 2000. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36nUSON
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Tired of working from home? Put the office on wheels

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Bookings surge after Covid quarantine rules relaxed

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Sainsbury's stops selling CDs and DVDs

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How de-cluttering grew Facebook Marketplace to 1bn users

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Fyre Festival ticket-holders proposed payout slashed

Ticket-holders of the now infamous 2017 festival disaster are set to receive about $281 (£204) each. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2THe2N3
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Purdue signs deal on opioid settlement with 15 states

Fifteen US states dropped their opposition to a bankruptcy plan for the OxyContin-maker Purdue Pharma. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jWAk84
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Euro 2020: ITV sorry for Apple TV streaming issue

One viewer said on social media they had missed 14 minutes of Wednesday's England v Denmark game. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dY4nbM
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Vauxhall owner Stellantis to invest €30bn in electric vehicles

Stellantis, which also owns Peugeot and Fiat, will invest the money on cars and battery factories by 2025. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3yF8bq3
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Lloyds fined for nine million misleading insurance letters

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German carmakers fined over emissions 'cartel'

VW and BMW fined €875m by the European Commission colluded to restrict emissions cleaning technology. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UvGD87
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Apple founder Steve Wozniak backs right-to-repair movement

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Apple founder Steve Wozniak backs right-to-repair movement

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Google faces new anti-trust lawsuit over app store

The tech giant faces legal action from 37 US states over its app store practices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yBYGYY
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Job not done on holiday rules, say travel chiefs

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Chancellor Rishi Sunak hints at ruling out 8% pension rise

Rishi Sunak says a decision on the future of the triple lock promise will be "based on fairness". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hpnGwP
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UK to see economic bounce from Euros, says Rishi Sunak

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Cairn Energy gets right to seize Indian assets in tax row

The oil and gas firm gets backing from French court in tax row with Indian government. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ACs96N
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China divided as WeChat deletes LGBT accounts from platform

Dozens of LGBT social media accounts run by university students,were deleted without explanation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xryrEb
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Gates Foundation agrees break-up back-up plan

The deal would give Melinda Gates the option to resign and receive "personal resources" for further charity work. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xsxP1d
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Newport Wafer Fab: Chip plant's purchase by Chinese company reviewed

Boris Johnson's national security adviser is examining the purchase of Newport Wafer Fab. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dVEJEr
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How de-cluttering grew Facebook Marketplace to 1bn users

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Chinese ride-hailing firm Didi sued in US as shares slide

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Chinese ride-hailing firm Didi sued in US as shares slide

The lawsuits come after a crackdown by Beijing triggered a slump in its share price of more than 20%. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wntbQL
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Newport Wafer Fab: Chip plant's purchase by Chinese company reviewed

Boris Johnson's national security adviser is examining the purchase of Newport Wafer Fab. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dVEJEr
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House prices set to continue rising as supply shrinks

A lack of available properties will continue to help push house prices up, according to surveyors. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2V9vJVG
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Demand for staff grows at record rate, survey finds

Demand for staff in June grew at its fastest rate since 1997, a survey of recruitment firms suggests. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3qSKVSU
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CEO Secrets: CitizenLab founder shares her business advice

Aline Muylaert, co-founder of e-democracy platform CitizenLab, shares her business advice. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hmnLB7
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Ever Given: Ship that blocked Suez Canal sets sail after deal signed

The megaship Ever Given is finally leaving the Suez Canal after a deal is struck with Egypt. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jQARIP
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Gates Foundation agrees break-up back-up plan

The deal would give Melinda Gates the option to resign and receive "personal resources" for further charity work. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3xsxP1d
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Trump sues Twitter, Google and Facebook alleging 'censorship'

The former president's accounts were suspended over safety concerns after the Capitol riots. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hIviJI
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Trump sues Twitter, Google and Facebook alleging 'censorship'

The former president's accounts were suspended over safety concerns after the Capitol riots. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hIviJI
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China's 'midnight patrol' cracks down on young gamers

Chinese gaming giant Tencent will scan gamers' faces to prevent children playing at night. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SS71bE
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Lorry drivers able to work longer hours to address shortage

Grant Shapps says the move will ease a driver shortage, but the industry calls it a sticking plaster. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ytxw6o
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Right to repair movement gains power in US and Europe

Lawmakers and advocates want to give consumers more choice when it comes to fixing devices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jMkP2y
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Microsoft fixes critical PrintNightmare bug

A patch has been issued for a serious flaw in Windows, exploited by hackers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xrAYOI
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Warnings of staff shortages due to self-isolation

Business groups say the delay in easing self-isolation rules will hit firms that rely on young workers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ytWD9c
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Brewdog defies watchdog to post banned ad again

Company's ad was banned by watchdog for making general health claims not allowed for alcoholic drinks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hmFhVX
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Wetherspoons warns price of meals to rise if VAT goes up

The pub chain says it will put up the price of meals in its pubs if a VAT cut for hospitality is not extended. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hLjFS8
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Pentagon cancels $10bn 'Jedi' contract

The US defence department is scrapping a cloud computing contract, which sparked a row between Amazon and Microsoft. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qO0OtQ
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House prices dip as stamp duty holiday ends

The start of phasing out of the stamp duty holiday led to house prices dipping 0.5% in June from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3wgSQdW
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Global chip shortage: Samsung forecasts 53% jump in quarterly profit

Demand for electronic components has surged as people are shifting more of their lives online. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hjkqmA
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Russia hacking claims pose challenge for Biden

After a string of Russian-linked hacks, how will US President Joe Biden respond? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qSJBzi
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Global chip shortage: Samsung forecasts 53% jump in quarterly profit

Demand for electronic components has surged as people are shifting more of their lives online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hjkqmA
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Covid: Heathrow to trial fast-tracking vaccinated arrivals

British Airways and Virgin Atlantic have teamed up with the UK's biggest airport for the pilot scheme. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hnuA5q
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Government showed 'unusual' interest in Greensill

Greensill's loans to GFG Alliance companies prompted the British Business Bank to suspend its lending. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3wgr2GA
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Customers fed up with Covid excuse for bad service

Complaints about poor customer service have risen to their highest level for 12 years, a survey says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hlIBAU
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Brewdog Instagram ad banned for misleading health claims

The brewery company made general health claims that are not allowed for alcoholic drink promotions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3yvIicg
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Britishvolt gigafactory: 'Game changer' car battery plant approved

The "gigafactory" at the site of a former power station will create 3,000 jobs, it is claimed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3Ax9w4f
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Lancing Ikea: Plans for new store halted over 'changing shopping habits'

Ikea drops plans for a store in West Sussex, saying online shopping has grown during the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ytLKEs
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Pentagon cancels $10bn 'Jedi' contract

The US defence department is scrapping a cloud computing contract, which sparked a row between Amazon and Microsoft. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3qO0OtQ
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Nintendo Switch OLED Model gets an upgraded screen

A larger OLED screen is the main feature, with a host of other small improvements to the device. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2V8ksoB
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Euro 2020: Pubs to stay open later for final on Sunday

Premises will be able to stay open until 11.15pm, in case the game goes to extra time and penalties. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3qNdVLM
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British Airways data-breach compensation claim settled

Thousands of people are to receive compensation over a 2018 data breach at British Airways. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hk4BMh
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Audio editor Audacity denies spyware accusation

An update to the privacy policy of the free software, used by 100 million people, has caused alarm. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ysxKux
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British Airways data-breach compensation claim settled

Thousands of people are to receive compensation over a 2018 data breach at British Airways. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hk4BMh
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State pension: Why the triple lock debate will get more heated

Predictions suggest the state pension could rise by 8% next year owing to the triple lock guarantee. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2V3jcDa
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Influencers react to Norway photo edit law: 'Welcome honesty' or a 'shortcut'?

The rule on clearly labelling posts is part of an effort to "reduce body pressure" on young people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hBGZ4J
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‘There were no avatars like me so we made a game’

A lack of black characters led graphic designer Yvonne and daughter Alyssa to create a videogame. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UtETMh
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Public finances more vulnerable to shocks after Covid, says watchdog

Government debt has soared as the costs of Covid mount, says the Office for Budgetary Responsibility. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jL3oPI
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Shopping getting back to normal, say Sainsbury's and Ocado

The supermarket and online grocer Ocado say there are signs of pre-Covid shopping habits returning. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3xk5kmn
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Welsh semiconductor firm bought by Chinese company

Electronic firm Newport Wafer Fab began producing silicon chips in the 1980s. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3AxhVVd
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Hong Kong defends privacy law after Big Tech raises concerns

An industry body has warned that tech companies could stop offering services if the new law goes ahead. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hj0rUS
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Welsh semiconductor firm bought by Chinese company

Electronic firm Newport Wafer Fab began producing silicon chips in the 1980s. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3AxhVVd
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Hong Kong defends privacy law after Big Tech raises concerns

An industry body has warned that tech companies could stop offering services if the new law goes ahead. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hj0rUS
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How to get a lucrative job in cybersecurity

There's a serious shortage of IT security workers, so recruiters are fishing in a bigger pool. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2VaR4y9
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What next for the NHS Covid-19 contact tracing app?

Some businesses are complaining that the app for England and Wales is issuing too many alerts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wj5oRW
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Is busking on TikTok the future?

Liv Harland live streams herself on TikTok and says she makes a lot more online than on the street. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hiMA15
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Bafta-nominated young game designers take on real-world issues

Bafta's nominees for Young Game Designer of the year tackle important issues for a new generation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TCUuJy
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How to get a lucrative job in cybersecurity

There's a serious shortage of IT security workers, so recruiters are fishing in a bigger pool. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VaR4y9
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Vauxhall to build electric vans at Ellesmere Port

The car manufacturer is expected to confirm plans to make electric vans. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hGC9TI
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What next for the NHS Covid-19 contact tracing app?

Some businesses are complaining that the app for England and Wales is issuing too many alerts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3wj5oRW
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Is the use of jetpacks finally about to take off?

Members of the public can now pay to fly through the air like a superhero. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36cRyG9
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Four day week 'an overwhelming success' in Iceland

The majority of workers in Iceland now look set to move to shorter hours for the same pay. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3yotPPp
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Back to the office in two weeks' time, says PM

Employers can plan for workers to return to offices from 19 July, the government says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3yn9V7q
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Van sales soar amid home delivery boom

While demand for vans rises, new car sales remain sluggish as computer chip shortages limit supplies. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TtgXc5
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Gang behind huge cyber-attack demands $70m in Bitcoin

The authors of a "colossal" ransomware attack demand the sum in Bitcoin in return for a key to unlock all files. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xinVzd
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Ever Given: Egypt agrees deal to release ship that blocked Suez Canal

Egypt agrees a compensation deal with the impounded Ever Given's owners and insurers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36fSTfA
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Robot dog in dance-off with Korean boy band BTS and other news

BBC Click's Romana Kreider looks at the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3AssU2c
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Dropping face mask rules is gross negligence, says Unite union

Public transport workers will be at risk of infection if rules are dropped, the Unite union says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TBcS5A
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Less than half of Covid app downloads are active

Scotland's contact tracing app has 950,000 active users despite being downloaded two million times. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hf4VvS
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Covid: App showing beach crowd levels expanded

The phone app is designed to help beachgoers find less busy parts of the coastline to enjoy safely. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jDv0q0
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The codes helping visually-impaired people shop

New technology that allows phones to read out labelling is about to make supermarkets much more accessible. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dDYrUZ
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Morrisons could see rival offer days after agreeing £6.3bn takeover

Apollo Global says it is considering a bid, days after the UK supermarket agreed to a £6.3bn takeover. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jKCmIm
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Jeff Bezos steps down as Amazon boss

As Bezos leaves his role as CEO, those who have worked with him ponder the lessons learned. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3yoRejO
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Vitasoy: Beverage maker's shares plunge after China calls for boycott

It comes after a staff member sent their condolences to the family of a man who stabbed a policeman. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3xhitN6
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Didi says removal of app in China will affect business

The ride-hailing company is facing regulatory problems at home, days after its New York share launch. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hAZpCB
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Australia's Sydney Airport gets $16.7bn takeover offer

The firm's shares soared as the move is seen as confidence in air travel recovering from the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36d6ZhD
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The philosophy behind Jeff Bezos' Amazon success

As Bezos leaves his role as CEO, those who have worked with him ponder the lessons learned. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yoRejO
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Can the world's biggest polluters change their ways?

The clock is ticking with less than 30 years left to tackle carbon emissions from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jEB0ip
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Grenfell prompts creation of building safety regulator

The new watchdog will be able to prosecute rule-breaking developers and take their properties off the market. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jGBWCG
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Is the use of jetpacks finally about to take off?

Members of the public can now pay to fly through the air like a superhero. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36cRyG9
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Didi ordered off China's app stores by nation's cyber regulator

The ride-hailing app is facing regulatory problems at home, days after its New York share launch. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hAZpCB
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John Lewis plans to build 10,000 rental homes

The department store chain says it wants to address the UK's housing shortage and support communities. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UpPLL7
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Firms urge PM to back returning to the office

Working from home should no longer be the default after 19 July, say more than 50 business leaders. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36aKABo
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Homeowners to get 15 years to sue for bad workmanship - minister

The announcement comes amid concerns leaseholders are bearing the cost of fire safety works. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3yohydY
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Don't allow shop abuse to worsen, retail bosses urge PM

Bosses of 100 brands call on Boris Johnson to support greater protection in law for retail workers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jHLWM6
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Swedish Co-op supermarkets shut due to US ransomware cyber-attack

Some 500 stores are forced to close due to the ripple effects of a major cyber attack in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jFLMVC
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Morrisons: Supermarket agrees £6.3bn takeover

The UK's fourth largest supermarket accepts an offer from a US investment group. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3qIMq64
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US companies hit by 'colossal' cyber-attack

A cyber-security firm says it believes the Russia-linked REvil ransomware gang is responsible. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yjX6Le
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'Euro 2020 is a lifeline for my pub'

Many pubs showing football are completely booked up for the England match on Saturday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2UU3OJe
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Music fans' confusion over insurance cover

Consumer group Which? says people with tickets to gigs or major events are often unaware of the extent of cover. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dGCjcC
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Why are Chinese tech brands flocking to Euro 2020?

Four big Chinese firms have signed up to sponsor the European football tournament this year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dG85Xr
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The cat with more than 50,000 social media followers

Pet influencers have become the latest social media stars with the pandemic fuelling content demand. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dCGK8z
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The codes helping visually-impaired people shop

New technology that allows phones to read out labelling is about to make supermarkets much more accessible. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dDYrUZ
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'It's like Endgame...where everyone just disappears'

New York celebrity restaurateur Stephen Starr is having to get creative to staff his businesses from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3yn2IV1
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US officer plays Taylor Swift song to try to stop video

A US police officer being filmed by activists plays music on his phone in a bid to stop sharing of the clip. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3htzs8a
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Vauxhall set to announce Ellesmere Port electric van

The news, which could be confirmed as early as next week, will safeguard more than 1,000 jobs at the at-risk plant. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hxAYpG
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France investigates retailers over China forced labour claims

French authorities investigate four brands over alleged human rights abuses in China's Xinjiang region. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3jyGefu
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Facebook tests extremist content warning messages

The tech firm said pop-ups would appear for some users who may have been exposed to extremist content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qHUfZQ
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US jobs growth picks up speed amid reopening

The US economy added 850,000 jobs in June, according to the Bureau of Labour Statistics. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TwfdPd
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M&S Bank branch closures reflect shift to online

All 29 in-store branches are shutting on Friday, ahead of the withdrawal of M&S Bank from current accounts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/366RvLU
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Microsoft’s Windows 11 blue screen of death to become black

The new colour in the Windows 11 operating system matches the new black logon and shutdown screens. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3w6R7I4
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TikTok increasing video length from one to three minutes

The social media platform says the change will allow for 'richer storytelling'. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jBjhZ5
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Asda to allow permanent hybrid working for offices

The supermarket says most of its 4,000 head office staff can choose to work at home or other locations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3Aljx4w
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Fashion giant H&M sees China sales slump after Xinjiang boycott

Western brands were recently hit by a backlash in China over statements on Xinjiang and the Uyghurs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ydFb8F
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Parents of children called Alexa challenge Amazon

Youngsters are being bullied over their name - also the default wake word for the tech firm's smart speakers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TsG4LR
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How airlines will stop you losing your bags in the future

In 2019, 25.4 million bags went missing, costing the industry billions of dollars - can big data solve the problem? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jHhu4y
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Bars and restaurants struggle with staff isolating

The industry wants a "test to release" system to solve worker shortages as cases rise. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/364zIoK
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Clarks workers consider strike over fire-and-rehire

Over 100 shoe company workers are at risk of being dismissed and rehired on worse pay and conditions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3havX7s
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Lorry driver shortage threatens Haribo sweets

The German confectionery giant is struggling to get supplies of Goldbears and Tangfastics to UK shops. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3AnjOUj
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The Amazon sellers who sold up and became millionaires

Small e-commerce entrepreneurs have thrived in lockdown - now big money wants to buy them out. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SGt9Ws
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Global tax overhaul backed by 130 countries

The OECD, which led the talks, announces that many have backed plans for a 15% minimum corporate tax. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hpnMDo
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Twitter 'troll' to pay Stephen Nolan six-figure sum in damages

The BBC presenter traced the identity of a person behind defamatory remarks about him. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dRelvF
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Coding error spotted in Tim Berners-Lee NFT sale

An error has been spotted in a video displaying the original source code for the world wide web. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/363ilVv
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Four reasons why Gap is closing its shops in the UK

Gap is set to close all of its 81 UK and Ireland stores by the end of September. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ydslHD
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Plan for law to protect neighbourhood cash access

The Treasury says people should not have to travel beyond a reasonable distance to withdraw or deposit cash. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3xc3y6O
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Post-Brexit trade: UK extends EU-era steel protections

The government overrules its post-Brexit trade advisers to keep EU-era limits on products. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3h5hF8d
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Bank governor warns against over-reaction to higher inflation

Bank of England governor says a rise will be "temporary" after a warning by the former chief economist. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3hm5yTf
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High-profile women want action to stop online abuse

More than 200 women, including former Australia prime minister Julia Gillard, write to social media chiefs. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dyJDHd
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Have we reached the era of flying cars?

Nick Kwek looks at how close we are to personal aviation vehicles and the challenges they face. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ThBEaU
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Right to repair rules will extend lifespan of products, government says

Appliances will be cheaper to run, the government says, under plans that will extend the lifespan of household goods. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TojWCj
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