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TikTok: US judge blocks Montana's ban citing free speech

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Chinese-owned app welcomes the ruling against "unconstitutional law" due to come into effect in January.

When are the rail strikes in December?

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Train drivers have announced further walkouts in a long-running dispute about pay and conditions.

'Sued for millions by my abuser, I set up a social network instead'

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The app that gives women a place to speak out about about sexual harassment and other #MeToo issues.

Meta takes down China-based network of thousands of fake accounts

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The company says accounts posted about divisive issues ahead of the 2024 presidential election.

Cristiano Ronaldo faces $1bn lawsuit over Binance ads

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US class action lawsuit seeks huge damages for his promotion of the world's largest crypto exchange.

Elon Musk says advertising boycott will kill X

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In a profanity-laced outburst, the billionaire accuses firms of trying to blackmail him with ad dollars.

Elfbar: Top vape firm drops sweet flavours over appeal to kids

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Leading vape brands Elfbar and Lost Mary call for tighter restrictions on vape sales ahead of government clampdown.

Makers 'pushed up' price of brands, says watchdog

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Some food brands 'pushed up' prices more that their costs, competition watchdog says.

Tributes pour in for investment guru Charlie Munger

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Business chiefs pay tribute to finance guru who helped Warren Buffett build Berkshire Hathaway.

Saudi investment fund to buy 10% stake in Heathrow airport

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Spanish infrastructure giant Ferrovial agreed to sell its 25% stake, held since 2006, for £2.4bn.

Renting: Rising cost and lack of choice forcing families to smaller homes

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Older tenants are also struggling with essential bills as rents rise and the choice for tenants narrows.

Wilko rescue deal failed because of greed, claims HMV boss

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Doug Putman says a bid to save Wilko was stymied as the former chair faces MPs over the collapse.

Vaping: Australia to ban disposable vape imports from January

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The move is part of a crackdown aimed at protecting children from becoming addicted to nicotine.

First transatlantic flight using 100% green fuels to take off

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The plane will fly from London to New York using 100% alternative sustainable aviation fuel.

COP28: UAE planned to use climate talks to make oil deals

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Leaked documents show how the COP28 host planned to use its role to strike fossil fuel business deals.

Zhongzhi Enterprise Group: China investigates major shadow bank for 'crimes'

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Zhongzhi Enterprise, one of China's biggest shadow banks, has lent billions to real estate firms.

Tobacco firm calls for tougher rules on vapes

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BAT wants sellers to be licensed, and sweet flavours banned

Sunak welcomes foreign firms' £29.5bn 'vote of confidence'

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The prime minister says foreign investors' plans to invest £29.5bn is a "huge vote of confidence".

Labour hopes to cut net migration to around 200,000

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The party says it wants migration to return to "normal levels", depending on the needs of the economy.

Only shop on Lismore saved after community buyout

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Over 200 people backed the campaign to secure the Lismore's closure-threatened store for the future

Interest rates: Why there is more pain still to come

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Inflation may be easing but the impact of high interest rates is still to kick in for many people.

Black Friday: Amazon staff in Coventry strike

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Workers striking in Coventry are supported by demonstrations in other European countries and the US.

Could airports make hydrogen work as a fuel?

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Hydrogen is being touted as a fuel for aircrafts, but handling it at airports will be challenging.

The electronic noses designed to prevent food poisoning

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Tech firms have developed AI-powered sensors that can detect bacteria in food.

Cruise giant Carnival UK accused of plan to fire and rehire 900 crew

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Union says plan by Carnival UK, owner of P&O Cruises and Cunard, amounts to a wage cut for staff.

Autumn Statement: Jeremy Hunt cuts National Insurance but tax burden still rises

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Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says tax cuts will boost growth - but official forecasts paint a gloomy picture.

The hidden tax rise in the Autumn Statement

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Tax cuts were the theme of Jeremy Hunt's Autumn Statement, but one major rise was hidden.

Omegle: ‘How I got the dangerous chat site closed down’

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"Alice" speaks exclusively to the BBC after her successful lawsuit against Omegle forced it offline.

Richard Teng: Who is the new boss of Binance?

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Richard Teng rapidly climbed the ranks after joining the world's largest crypto-exchange two years ago.

Sam Altman in talks to rejoin OpenAI board, say reports

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Reports say negotiations aimed at his possible reinstatement are ongoing, as pressure from staff grows.

NI and business tax cuts expected in Autumn Statement

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National Insurance cuts are set to be among plans Jeremy Hunt hopes will boost the economy.

Abercrombie & Fitch suspends payments to ex-CEO after sex-trafficking claims

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US fashion retailer suspends payments made to former boss following BBC investigation.

Elon Musk's X sues Media Matters over antisemitism analysis

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The lawsuit says Media Matters "manipulated" data in an attempt to "destroy" the social media site.

How OpenAI created the perfect conditions for chaos

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The company's idiosyncratic structure may be behind the sweeping changes seen in recent days.

What's going on in the battle for the Telegraph?

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When trying to understand a complex business situation, focusing on motivation can simplify things.

Optus: Telecom boss Kelly Bayer Rosmarin quits after Australian outage

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Kelly Bayer Rosmarin has been under pressure to quit after overseeing a tumultuous period for the firm.

‘I was addicted to social media - now I'm suing Big Tech’

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The lawsuit says four of the largest social media firms knowingly expose children to harmful products.

Former OpenAI boss Sam Altman pictured at firm's HQ amid reports of return

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Sam Altman posts a selfie from the firm's US head office 48 hours after his shock ouster from the company.

Heathrow passengers facing delays after strong winds

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Some travellers are waiting for hours after Air Traffic Control restricts take-offs and landings.

Hunt does not rule out tax cuts in Autumn Statement

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The chancellor says he wants to lower taxes but only in a responsible way that does not risk inflation.

X ad boycott gathers pace amid antisemitism storm

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US firms, including Apple and Disney, are reportedly suspending ads on the Elon Musk-owned site.

Shop owners hope that tech can deter thieves

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Retailers are investing in high-tech and low-tech measures to tackle an increase in theft.

IBM suspends ads on X after they appeared next to Nazi posts

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The decision came a day after owner Elon Musk endorsed an apparent antisemitic conspiracy theory.

Rishi Sunak sets out how pothole funding from HS2 savings to be used

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Councils say the money is a "significant boost" but call for longer term funding to repair roads.

What the Chancellor really means when he says tax cuts are 'impossible'

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How to make sense of what politicians mean when they say there is no scope for tax cuts.

South East Water: Ofwat investigates possible supply failures

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South East Water is the worst for water supply interruptions in England and Wales, Ofwat says.

Four things we learned from the Biden-Xi meeting

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The rival presidents found common ground on climate change, military communications and fentanyl.

Energy standing charges review after anger at rises

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Standing charges are the cost of having a home connected to gas and electricity but rises have caused public anger.

UK inflation falls sharply to 4.6%

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Prices are rising at their slowest rate in two years, official figures show.

Xi Jinping arrives in the US as his Chinese Dream sputters

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Economic woes put the Chinese leader in a more vulnerable negotiating position on this visit.