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• Amazon creates 1,000 'highly skilled' jobs in three UK cities (2018-10-18 21:00:23)
  Online retailer adds hundreds of "Silicon Valley" jobs in Manchester, Edinburgh and Cambridge.
• 'Mansize' tissue to 'housewife' pillowcase (2018-10-18 20:45:43)
  Kleenex has stopped branding big tissues Mansize, but that's not the only gender-identifying product out there.
• Brexit: EU ready to extend transition period (2018-10-18 16:14:03)
  Theresa May says both sides are determined to reach a deal, despite no major breakthrough.
• The firms defying pressure over Saudi summit (2018-10-18 15:45:08)
  The US Treasury Secretary now shuns the event amid fears for missing journalist but some firms are still going.
• Firms defy pressure over Saudi summit (2018-10-18 15:45:08)
  The US Treasury Secretary now shuns the event amid fears for missing journalist but some firms are still going.
• ESA underpayment: Who is entitled to backdated benefits? (2018-10-18 15:41:26)
  There are 180,000 people who may be owed money from the Department for Work and Pensions.
• Name checks to begin on bank payments (2018-10-18 11:34:59)
  A recipient's name will be as critical as the account number and sort code when transferring money from July.
• Food sales drop as barbecue summer ends (2018-10-18 10:07:18)
  Sales of food saw their steepest drop in three years last month as the summer splurge ended.
• Kleenex bins 'Mansize' tissue brand (2018-10-18 08:30:46)
  People complained that the branding, which has been in use for 60 years, was sexist.
• Trump moves to quit 144-year-old postal treaty (2018-10-18 04:03:07)
  The White House says postal rates set via the 144-year-old global pact give Chinese firms an 'unfair' advantage.
• Should universal credit be paid weekly? (2018-10-18 00:56:46)
  The system is meant to "mimic the in-work experience" but campaigners say it creates problems.
• Cypriot budget airline Cobalt has suspended operations (2018-10-17 23:33:10)
  The low-cost carrier, which flew to several UK destinations, cancels all flights from midnight.
• Firms defy pressure over Saudi conference (2018-10-17 23:18:51)
  Company executives still plan to attend the Riyadh business event despite concerns over missing journalist.
• John Lewis trials £10,000 experience to lure in shoppers (2018-10-17 23:17:24)
  The department store will give high-spending customers a chance to shop privately at its new outlet.
• Would you splash out on a new phone to get VR on the go? (2018-10-17 23:11:53)
  Superfast 5G mobile will require new handsets, but will the new services justify the extra expense?
• When can I buy a 5G phone and how much will it be? (2018-10-17 23:11:53)
  Superfast 5G mobile will require new handsets, but will the new services justify the extra expense?
• When's a van a van and when's it a car? (2018-10-17 23:08:04)
  The weird and wonderful ways companies adapt their products to get around trade tariffs.
• US shies away from calling China a currency manipulator (2018-10-17 22:39:58)
  The US Treasury held back from blaming Beijing for holding down the value of China's currency.
• EBay files lawsuit against Amazon over 'seller recruitment' (2018-10-17 22:23:36)
  In a lawsuit, eBay says the retail giant used its internal message system to recruit sellers.
• Trump launches process to quit 144-year-old postal treaty (2018-10-17 18:29:58)
  The White House says the 144 year old arrangement gives Chinese firms an 'unfair' advantage.
• Noor Inayat Khan or Harry Maguire: Who will be on the new £50 note? (2018-10-17 17:47:08)
  Among the favourites are Stephen Hawking, Margaret Thatcher and war heroine Noor Inayat Khan.
• Just Eat: How clean is your takeaway? (2018-10-17 17:04:18)
  A BBC investigation finds numerous zero rated takeaways on Just Eat, the UK's biggest online platform.
• British farmers shouldn't get cheap EU labour - government adviser (2018-10-17 16:03:44)
  Fruit and veg growers are likely to be hit by new immigration rules after Brexit, Lords are told.
• Wembley: Shahid Khan withdraws 'divisive' offer to buy national stadium from FA (2018-10-17 15:01:55)
  Fulham owner Shahid Khan withdraws his offer to buy Wembley Stadium from the Football Association.
• Benefits errors trigger £5,000 refunds for ESA claimants (2018-10-17 14:09:11)
  Errors mean 180,000 people on sickness benefits will now receive backdated payments which total £1.5bn.
• Asos: Animal print and plus-size clothing boost profits (2018-10-17 13:16:25)
  Plus-size clothes and button-through dresses also boost profits at the online fashion retailer.
• Google unshackles Android-device firms (2018-10-17 12:26:46)
  Phone and tablet companies will be able to experiment with alternative versions of Android.
• Chinese firm fined $1.3bn for illegal production of rabies vaccine (2018-10-17 12:10:46)
  Changchun Changsheng had blended different batches of vaccine fluid, says state media.
• Where are house prices rising the fastest? (2018-10-17 11:14:51)
  Some regions have seen property prices rise by more than 6% in the past year, official figures show.
• Harvard - should race count in university admissions? (2018-10-17 11:01:00)
  The elite US university faces a legal challenge over its student selection policy but denies unfairness.
• Cheaper food drives UK inflation lower in September (2018-10-17 09:57:13)
  Consumer prices fall by more than expected in September, dropping to 2.4%.
• Flybe shares sink on profit warning (2018-10-17 08:12:23)
  Regional airline expects an annual loss more than three times higher than its previous estimate.
• Asos still in fashion as profits and sales keep soaring (2018-10-17 07:55:18)
  Shares in the online fast fashion retailer recover some ground on strong results.
• Canada cashes in on legal cannabis (2018-10-17 07:41:20)
  The legalisation of cannabis in Canada could have a huge impact on the country's economy.
• Canada becomes second country to legalise recreational marijuana (2018-10-17 05:33:02)
  The country becomes only the second nation in the world, after Uruguay, to legalise recreational use.
• Christine Lagarde: IMF chief won't attend Saudi event (2018-10-17 03:06:13)
  The IMF chief delays a trip to the Middle East after the disappearance of a prominent journalist.
• US plans trade deals with UK, Japan and EU (2018-10-17 01:54:30)
  The US wants to negotiate three separate trade deals, but talks with the UK would start after Brexit.
• Why dumping rubbish is a waste of money (2018-10-16 23:09:48)
  Dumping rubbish is a waste of valuable resources, says Arthur Huang - and his company is showing why.
• ‘School for politicians’ gets a taste of power (2018-10-16 23:08:42)
  Tired of corruption, business people in Brazil come together to forge a new generation of lawmakers.
• 'School for politicians’ gets a taste of power (2018-10-16 23:08:42)
  Tired of corruption, business people in Brazil come together to forge a new generation of lawmakers.
• Should universities consider ethnicity in admissions? (2018-10-16 23:07:22)
  Harvard has been accused of racial bias in picking students. Should universities really consider ethnic backgrounds?
• Should ethnicity count in university admissions? (2018-10-16 23:07:22)
  Harvard has been accused of racial bias in picking students. Should universities really consider ethnic backgrounds?
• Spotify ad banned for causing 'distress' to children (2018-10-16 23:04:35)
  The advert mimicked a horror movie and was likely to scare youngsters, the ad authority says.
• The loss of the great romantics (2018-10-16 23:00:15)
  The majority of those tricked out of money after meeting people on dating sites lost more than £2,000.
• Dating site scam victims lose £2,000 to fraudsters (2018-10-16 23:00:15)
  The majority of those tricked out of money after talking to fraudsters on dating sites lose more than £2,000.
• Love Island breast enlargement ad banned (2018-10-16 23:00:10)
  A TV ad showing young women with breast implants feeling "amazing" is banned by advertising watchdog.
• How California is changing the US (2018-10-16 22:25:08)
  In privacy law, marijuana and minimum wage, California is shaping national debate.
• Netflix adds more subscribers than thought (2018-10-16 21:53:35)
  The firm added nearly seven million subscribers in the quarter against a forecast of five million.
• Netflix adds more subscribers than expected (2018-10-16 21:53:35)
  The firm added nearly seven million subscribers in the quarter against a forecast of five million.
• Netflix soars on record subscriber total (2018-10-16 21:53:35)
  The streaming service adds seven million subscribers in the third quarter, bringing the total to 137 million.
• Trump calls Federal Reserve 'my biggest threat' (2018-10-16 21:26:24)
  The US President has escalated his war of words against America's central bank.
• Walmart rises despite lower profit forecast (2018-10-16 19:33:48)
  The US retailer is battling to retain its place as world's largest retailer.
• Unilad web publisher bought by LADbible (2018-10-16 17:07:33)
  The move safeguards more than 200 jobs at the viral publisher, which collapsed with debts of £6.5m.
• Aldi and Lidl included in Sainsbury's-Asda competition probe (2018-10-16 13:23:40)
  The growth of Aldi and Lidl will be considered in a review of the planned supermarket merger.
• Tiny Palm smartphone baffles gadget fans (2018-10-16 11:29:27)
  The credit-card-sized device is designed to help people take a break from their main phone.
• HSBC, Credit Suisse and Standard Chartered pull out of Saudi event (2018-10-16 11:09:45)
  The withdrawals follow tensions between the US and Saudi Arabia over Jamal Khashoggi's disappearance.
• Audi fined £700m over diesel emissions scandal (2018-10-16 10:47:42)
  The Volkswagen division "admits responsibility" for selling cars that broke pollution regulations.
• Lost passwords 'lead to lost savings' (2018-10-16 10:26:38)
  An estimated seven million people have lost savings and pensions, but there is help to track them down.
• UK wage growth fastest for nearly 10 years (2018-10-16 09:46:49)
  Wages rose at an annual pace of 3.1% in the three months to August, official figures show.
• Grant Thornton chief executive Sacha Romanovitch departs (2018-10-16 09:39:13)
  Sacha Romanovitch, the first woman to run a big City accounting fim, is leaving Grant Thornton.
• Scottish Power to use 100% wind power after Drax sale (2018-10-16 07:57:35)
  Drax is paying £702m for the rest of Scottish Power's conventional power generation assets.
• Paddy Power Betfair fined after stolen cash is gambled through its website (2018-10-16 07:33:40)
  The bookmaker failed to stop stolen cash being gambled through its website, the regulator says.
• Sundar Pichai: Google 'exploring' censored China search app (2018-10-16 05:27:26)
  The firm's CEO defends a possible return to China, a market Google abandoned over censorship concerns.
• Crickets: The food of the future? (2018-10-16 03:16:25)
  A Vietnamese start-up is betting on crickets as a way of keeping a growing world population fed.
• Paul Allen: Microsoft co-founder and billionaire dies aged 65 (2018-10-16 00:04:14)
  The billionaire businessman, who also owned the Seattle Seahawks NFL team, died in Seattle on Monday.
• Why you shouldn't hug your colleagues (2018-10-15 23:08:42)
  Whatever happened to the simple handshake at work? asks author Alison Green.
• Could chip fat help dirty shipping clean up its act? (2018-10-15 23:08:34)
  Ships are the lifeblood of global trade, but their fuel is highly polluting. What's the answer?
• UK's railway stations with most train delays revealed (2018-10-15 23:00:20)
  Ten of Britain's busiest stations have seen more than half of all trains in 2018 delayed, research finds.
• Reality Check: What business does the UK do with Saudi Arabia? (2018-10-15 16:37:53)
  Trade links between the UK and Saudi Arabia have increased over the last decade.
• What are UK's biggest export to Saudi (2018-10-15 16:37:53)
  Trade links between the UK and Saudi Arabia have increased over the last decade.
• Ford boss warns on 'disastrous' no-deal Brexit (2018-10-15 14:56:43)
  The car giant's European boss says a no-deal Brexit could affect Ford's UK investment plans.
• Dragons' Den star Theo Paphitis says he owes his success to dyslexia (2018-10-15 14:34:34)
  Businessman and former Dragons' Den star Theo Paphitis has credited dyslexia for his success.
• Would you trust an auto-switching site for life? (2018-10-15 13:19:11)
  GoCompare wants you to let it choose your energy supplier forever, but can it really find the best deal?
• Claire's 'considers UK store closures' (2018-10-15 12:03:42)
  The accessories chain is reported to be talking to restructuring firms about "a number of options".
• Brexit talks hit 'real problem' over Northern Ireland border (2018-10-15 10:12:40)
  The UK and EU fail to resolve the Irish border issue ahead of Wednesday's crucial summit.
• Bloodhound 1,000mph car goes into administration (2018-10-15 09:29:09)
  The UK-led supersonic car project runs into a major funding roadblock that could stall it for good.
• Bloodhound supersonic car hits financial roadblock (2018-10-15 09:29:09)
  The UK-led supersonic car project goes into administration. There are just weeks to save the venture.
• Dragons' Den star says he owes his success to dyslexia (2018-10-15 09:00:48)
  Businessman and Dragons' Den star Theo Paphitis credits dyslexia for giving him an "advantage".
• Gatwick Airport second runway 'by the back door' (2018-10-15 08:59:43)
  Gatwick Airport said its emergency runway could be used 'routinely'.
• Sears: The slow death of a US retail giant (2018-10-15 08:54:31)
  The decline of the former US shopping industry titan resulted in filing for bankruptcy.
• US retail giant Sears files for bankruptcy (2018-10-15 08:29:38)
  The American retail giant has been struggling with huge debts and a shift to shopping online.
• Air India flight attendant falls from plane (2018-10-15 08:02:08)
  Harsha Lobo suffered a fracture and other injuries and has been taken to a hospital.
• Superdry in profit warning after heatwave hits sales (2018-10-15 08:00:55)
  The retailer says the warm weather hit sales of jumpers and jackets, sparking a near 30% share price fall.
• US retailer Sears files for bankruptcy (2018-10-15 05:58:20)
  The retail giant has been struggling with mounting debt and with the shift to shopping online.
• Jamie Dimon: JP Morgan boss pulls out of Saudi conference (2018-10-15 05:36:51)
  Jamie Dimon joins other executives in distancing themselves from Riyadh after a journalist's disappearance.
• Trump: Climate change scientists have 'political agenda' (2018-10-15 04:53:56)
  The US president says he accepts the climate is changing, but does not want to "lose millions of jobs".
• Sophie Cornish: ‘Women, don’t be so hard on yourselves!’ (2018-10-14 23:05:11)
  "Women tend to be their own worst critics," says notonthehighstreet.com co-founder Sarah Cornish.
• 'The lucky ones were often terrorised' (2018-10-14 23:04:42)
  The plight of refugees fleeing war inspired Scottish businessman Charlie MacGregor to set up a charity to try to help.
• Royal Mail staff claim their shares were sabotaged (2018-10-14 23:00:24)
  Postal staff have seen the value of their shares shrink by thousands of pounds just before planning to sell them.
• UK will see three years of low growth, says EY Item Club (2018-10-14 23:00:11)
  The EY Item Club cuts its UK GDP growth forecasts to 1.3% this year and 1.5% in 2019.
• Jamal Khashoggi case: 'Credible' probe needed over missing writer (2018-10-14 21:02:23)
  The UK, France and Germany say they expect a detailed Saudi response on Jamal Khashoggi's disappearance.
• Jamal Khashoggi case: Saudis defy 'threats' over missing writer (2018-10-14 14:19:05)
  Saudi Arabia will respond to any political or economic actions, a source tells state media.
• West Coast rail: Virgin Trains and Stagecoach net £51.2m in dividends (2018-10-14 12:45:38)
  Despite walking away from another franchise, Virgin Trains and Stagecoach shared £51.2m in dividends.
• Patisserie Valerie discovers 'secret' overdrafts (2018-10-14 09:45:28)
  Patisserie Valerie boss Luke Johnson said he did not know about two overdrafts totalling £9.7m.
• Patisserie Valerie finds 'secret' overdrafts (2018-10-14 09:45:28)
  Patisserie Valerie boss Luke Johnson said he did not know about two overdrafts totalling £9.7m.
• Canada cannabis legalisation: ‘We know the world is watching’ (2018-10-14 01:27:16)
  Four "ganjapreneurs" in Canada give their take on legalised cannabis.
• Universal Wealth Management: Police probe Ipswich firm (2018-10-14 00:54:46)
  One man described how he had to tell his parents their £250,000 life savings had disappeared.
• The £50 note is changing and here's why (2018-10-13 12:55:56)
  Its future was uncertain, but the Bank of England has decided to give it a new lease of life.
• Why the £50 note is changing (2018-10-13 12:55:56)
  Its future was uncertain, but the Bank of England has decided to give it a new lease of life.
• The business behind Michelin stars (2018-10-12 20:55:38)
  The unseen financial influence of the "Oscars of the restaurant industry".
• What would it take for North Korea to join the IMF? (2018-10-12 20:55:19)
  Joining would require the North to open up about its economy, but human rights are unlikely to be an issue.
• China car sales slump ripples globally (2018-10-12 18:52:00)
  Car sales in China - the world's biggest car market - slipped in September for the third month in a row.
• Patisserie Valerie saved by cash injection (2018-10-12 17:39:31)
  Entrepreneur Luke Johnson, who owns 37% of the firm, has provided up to £20m in the form of loans.
• Rescue plan for Patisserie Valerie (2018-10-12 15:46:00)
  Entrepreneur Luke Johnson, who owns 37% of the firm, has offered up to £20m in the form of loans.
• US bank gains help lift share markets (2018-10-12 15:29:22)
  Jamie Dimon cites a strong economy despite "geopolitical issues".
• US bank gains help steady share markets (2018-10-12 15:29:22)
  Jamie Dimon cites a strong economy despite "geopolitical issues".
• Hamleys reports toughest year since 1760 (2018-10-12 14:01:17)
  The world's oldest toy retailer, Hamleys, plunges into the red after a "challenging year".
• Hamleys swings to loss after 'challenging year for retail' (2018-10-12 14:01:17)
  The world's oldest toy retailer, Hamleys, plunges into the red citing Brexit and terrorism.
• Regis hairdressing group seeks rescue (2018-10-12 12:37:40)
  The firm is looking to slash rents as it struggles with lower footfall and the apprenticeship levy.
• Supercuts owner Regis seeks rescue (2018-10-12 12:37:40)
  The hairdressers looks to cut rents as it struggles with lower footfall and the apprenticeship levy.
• Hamley's reports toughest year since 1760 (2018-10-12 12:03:04)
  Hamley's falls into losses after a clutch of damaging events, including Brexit and terrorism.
• Pub industry in plea over Budget tax rise (2018-10-12 11:16:29)
  An alliance of publicans and brewers warns 6,000 pubs could close over five years if beer duty rises.
• RBS pays first dividend in 10 years (2018-10-12 10:29:52)
  The bank pays 190,000 small shareholders 2p a share, the first payout since the 2008 financial crisis.
• The world's longest non-stop flight arrives in New York (2018-10-12 10:05:14)
  The Singapore Airlines aircraft flew 15,000km over almost 18 hours from Singapore to New York.
• Sports Direct buys iconic Glasgow Frasers building (2018-10-12 09:47:29)
  It plans to secure the Frasers building for £95m - and turn it into the "Harrods of the North".
• Patisserie Valerie says finance chief arrested (2018-10-12 08:18:23)
  The cafe chain, which is fighting for survival, says Chris Marsh has been arrested and released on bail.
• Hammond expects 'better economic outcomes' from Brexit deal (2018-10-12 07:17:35)
  The chancellor says the pace is picking up on Brexit talks and a deal could lift the economy.
• Jamal Khashoggi: Branson halts $1bn Saudi investment talks (2018-10-12 07:15:29)
  Mr Khashoggi's disappearance raises questions about doing business with the Saudi government, Sir Richard says.
• Spotify: Albums are alive and kicking in the streaming age (2018-10-12 05:19:47)
  As the UK's celebrates National Album Day, Spotify says albums "can still be absolutely monumental".
• Sky battles: Fighting back against rogue drones (2018-10-11 23:24:11)
  Drones flying where they shouldn't has become a big problem, so how can we stop them?
• Car groups condemn grant cuts for electric and hybrid vehicles (2018-10-11 23:10:01)
  The government cuts subsidies for buyers of electric and plug-in cars, raising fears prices will rise and sales fall.
• Electric and hybrid cars: Cuts to Plug-in Car Grant condemned (2018-10-11 23:10:01)
  The government cuts subsidies for buyers of electric and plug-in hybrid cars, raising fears prices will rise and sales fall.
• US share markets sink as sell-off continues (2018-10-11 20:51:57)
  Wall Street suffers a fresh bout of jitters after European markets fall sharply for a second day.
• Electric and hybrid cars: Government to cut discounts (2018-10-11 19:42:28)
  Electric and hybrid car prices may rise as the government cuts grants for buying cleaner vehicles.
• US stocks sink as sell-off continues (2018-10-11 19:33:23)
  Wall Street suffers a fresh bout of market jitters after European markets fell sharply for a second day.
• Coast fashion retailer collapses putting 300 jobs at risk (2018-10-11 18:15:43)
  The women's fashion retailer enters administration as directors blame difficult trading conditions.
• Trump says Fed is 'out of control' (2018-10-11 17:14:04)
  The US president will not fire central bank chairman Jay Powell, but says he is "disappointed".
• The world's longest non-stop flight takes off from Singapore (2018-10-11 16:28:00)
  The Singapore Airlines aircraft has begun its near 19-hour, 15,000km flight to New York.
• US stocks sink again as European markets close (2018-10-11 15:38:29)
  Shares are suffering a fresh bout of market jitters as the European markets close for the day.
• US stocks hint at end to global sell-off (2018-10-11 14:14:20)
  US shares open lower before clawing back some ground, but the market rout may not be over yet.
• Patisserie Valerie warns it is on the brink of collapse (2018-10-11 14:03:14)
  The cafe chain says it needs "an immediate injection of capital" to continue trading or it will fail.
• Trump says Chinese 'lived too well for too long' (2018-10-11 13:31:02)
  The US president says his tariffs have had "a big impact" on the Chinese economy.
• 'Tens of thousands' disconnect their own power supplies (2018-10-11 13:05:21)
  The energy regulator Ofgem says it is concerned about customers who cannot afford to keep their meter topped up
• Brexit: No deal brings risk of stockpiling says watchdog (2018-10-11 12:11:22)
  An "abrupt" Brexit could lead to shortages and hoarding, says the Office for Budget Responsibility.
• eBay tax bill rises after HMRC review (2018-10-11 10:48:10)
  The auction site's UK subsidiary agrees to pay an extra £7m in tax to cover previous years.
• What is the FTSE 100? (2018-10-11 10:47:35)
  All you need to know about the FTSE 100.
• Apple hires engineers from UK company Dialog (2018-10-11 08:33:20)
  The deal represents one of Apple's biggest takeovers in headcount terms.
• Europe stocks sharply lower after US and Asia sell-off (2018-10-11 08:02:35)
  Shares have slumped after concerns about escalating trade tensions and rising US bond yields.
• 'i' newspaper publisher Johnston Press up for sale (2018-10-11 07:41:46)
  Johnston Press, which also publishes the Scotsman and the Yorkshire Post, is seeking a buyer.
• BMW to spend $4.1bn to take control of its China venture (2018-10-11 05:09:11)
  The carmaking giant will also invest more $3.45bn to expand its existing production capacity in China.
• BMW to take control of China venture Brilliance Automotive (2018-10-11 05:09:11)
  The carmaker will take control of Brilliance Automotive and invest more to expand output in China.
• Standing desks 'boost work performance' (2018-10-11 03:25:16)
  Employees who use desks that allow them to sit or stand are healthier and happier, research suggests.
• Standing-desk workers 'less tired, more engaged' (2018-10-11 03:25:16)
  Employees who use desks that allow them to sit or stand are healthier and happier, research suggests.
• Wall Street beating takes down Asian stocks (2018-10-11 03:20:07)
  US shares slumped overnight amid concerns about rising interest rates and escalating trade tensions.
• Asian markets fall sharply after US losses (2018-10-11 02:06:09)
  US shares slumped overnight on concerns about rising interest rates and escalating trade tensions.
• How light could help superfast mobile reach even further (2018-10-10 23:07:17)
  Internet connectivity over light waves could help 5G mobile extend into buildings and underground.
• The manufacturers fighting Trump's tariffs (2018-10-10 23:03:49)
  Inside the US, the fight over Trump's tariffs is just getting started.
• Ethnicity pay gap: Firms may be forced to reveal figures (2018-10-10 23:01:25)
  Minorities often feel "like they are hitting a brick wall" at work, the prime minister says.
• 'Alarming' rise in under 21s falling victim to fraud (2018-10-10 23:00:42)
  Young people are increasingly becoming the victims of card fraud, or are being used as money mules
• Countdown on for world's longest non-stop flight (2018-10-10 23:00:27)
  Singapore Airlines' non-stop flight to Newark will cover more than 15,000km and will take about 19 hours.
• Chinese man charged with US aviation 'espionage' (2018-10-10 21:46:49)
  Prosecutors say Yanjun Xu tried to steal trade secrets from US aviation and aerospace companies.
• US shares suffer sharpest drop in months (2018-10-10 21:31:53)
  The technology-based Nasdaq index falls 4%, while the S&P 500 sees biggest one-day fall since early February.
• How does the world tip? In some places, it’s actually offensive! (2018-10-06 23:31:40)
  Tipping has become a political issue in some countries, but to offer money as a reward for good service is not as universal as you might think.
• Topshop dismantles feminism pop-up (2018-10-05 17:45:36)
  The retail store took down a London pop-up promoting a Penguin book on feminism, the publisher says.
• Why are menstrual cups becoming more popular? (2018-10-04 00:24:38)
  As menstrual cups and 'period-proof' pants are more in demand, BBC News looks at the reasons why.

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