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Hong Kong/property: developing story
The rapidly deteriorating sector reflects a fundamental shift in the economy
The Financial Times
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US regional banks: on the margins
The historic collapse in oil prices is likely to set off a wave of loan defaults
The Financial Times
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ScS reopens all 81 stores in England but shops in Scotland and Wales remain shut
SOFA retailer ScS has reopened all 81 stores in England – but shops in Scotland and Wales remain shut. The homeware chain confirmed the news in...
ScS reopens all 81 stores in England but shops in Scotland and Wales remain shut
SOFA retailer ScS has reopened all 81 stores in England – but shops in Scotland and Wales remain shut. The homeware chain confirmed the news in...
The Sun
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Several jobs saved after sale of office supplier Spicers Ireland
Future of brand in Ireland secured after deal struck with Paragon for an undisclosed sum
The Irish Times
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The changing face of the billionaire classes
Is Europe becoming more American in its wealth creation as the US becomes more European?
The Financial Times
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Politicians back post-lockdown tax rises - taxpayers could be affected
TAX could face a hike after the coronavirus crisis in a move to fund public services, research of MPs has revealed.
Politicians back post-lockdown tax rises - taxpayers could be affected
TAX could face a hike after the coronavirus crisis in a move to fund public services, research of MPs has revealed.
Daily Express
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Volkswagen loses landmark German 'dieselgate' case
A ruling in a German court could have implications for other VW motorists seeking compensation.
BBC News
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Bangladesh clothing makers say Philip Day owes them £27m
Manufacturers say they will halt production unless Edinburgh Woollen Mill pays up Bangladesh clothing manufacturers are threatening to halt production and deliveries to...
The Guardian
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Orsted/offshore wind: a verdant outlook
The Danish darling of ESG investing plans to have 9.9GW of capacity in place worldwide by 2022
The Financial Times
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Is there post on May bank holiday Monday?
THE last May bank holiday is here, and for anyone out there expecting some important post or special deliveries today you may be disappointed. Here’s everything you need to know about ...
Is there post on May bank holiday Monday?
THE last May bank holiday is here, and for anyone out there expecting some important post or special deliveries today you may be disappointed. Here’s everything you need to know about ...
The Sun
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Where to buy the cheapest flower, vegetable and seed bundles online
PLANTS can brighten up any outdoor space, and they don’t need to cost the earth. There’s lots of online shops where you can pick up a bargain and they’ll be...
Where to buy the cheapest flower, vegetable and seed bundles online
PLANTS can brighten up any outdoor space, and they don’t need to cost the earth. There’s lots of online shops where you can pick up a bargain and they’ll be...
The Sun
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German business expectations pick up as lockdown is lifted
Monthly survey finds improving outlook despite pessimism over current impact of pandemic
The Financial Times
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US shale industry braces for wave of bankruptcies
Seventeen producers have filed for Chapter 11 so far this year but many more are close
The Financial Times
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Pizza Express in talks to 'permanently close 470 UK restaurants'
Pizza Express - owned by Chinese private equity firm Hony Capital - is grappling with an eye-watering £1.1billion debt pile, of which £665million is owed to...
Pizza Express in talks to 'permanently close 470 UK restaurants'
Pizza Express - owned by Chinese private equity firm Hony Capital - is grappling with an eye-watering £1.1billion debt pile, of which £665million is owed to...
Mirror
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British Airways 'to axe 43,000 workers and rehire them on half the pay'
The airline, which has been slammed by unions over the past 24 hours is reportedly in talks for a new restructing, just weeks after confirming plans to...
British Airways 'to axe 43,000 workers and rehire them on half the pay'
The airline, which has been slammed by unions over the past 24 hours is reportedly in talks for a new restructing, just weeks after confirming plans to...
Mirror
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Warning as £150,000 lost by one person in shock lockdown scam
SCAM artists have been conning unsuspecting Britons out of thousands of pounds in organised fraud which seeks to prey upon needs during the lockdown.
Warning as £150,000 lost by one person in shock lockdown scam
SCAM artists have been conning unsuspecting Britons out of thousands of pounds in organised fraud which seeks to prey upon needs during the lockdown.
Daily Express
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Race for a vaccine raises fears over unequal access
Governments must accept defeating Covid-19 is a shared interest
The Financial Times
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Wealthiest Hospitals Got Billions in Coronavirus Bailout
Twenty large chains received more than $5 billion in federal grants even while sitting on more than $100 billion in cash.
Wealthiest Hospitals Got Billions in Coronavirus Bailout
Twenty large chains received more than $5 billion in federal grants even while sitting on more than $100 billion in cash.
The New York Times
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Help! One Company Refused to Refund Travelers More Than $100,000.
Then our columnist intervened with the Boston-based tour operator Overseas Adventure Travel.
Help! One Company Refused to Refund Travelers More Than $100,000.
Then our columnist intervened with the Boston-based tour operator Overseas Adventure Travel.
The New York Times
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Wealthiest Hospitals Got Billions in Bailout for Struggling Health Providers
Twenty large chains received more than $5 billion in federal grants even while sitting on more than $100 billion in cash.
Wealthiest Hospitals Got Billions in Bailout for Struggling Health Providers
Twenty large chains received more than $5 billion in federal grants even while sitting on more than $100 billion in cash.
The New York Times
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Consett fishing enthusiasts launch mug range
LOCKDOWN imposed as a result of the coronavirus pandemic has opened the door to a high flying success story for Durham entrepreneurs David Miller and Dave Foster.
Consett fishing enthusiasts launch mug range
LOCKDOWN imposed as a result of the coronavirus pandemic has opened the door to a high flying success story for Durham entrepreneurs David Miller and Dave Foster.
The Northern Echo
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State Pension payments: Is State Pension paid in arrears?
STATE PENSIONS are payments made to those of pensionable age, but is it paid in arrears?
State Pension payments: Is State Pension paid in arrears?
STATE PENSIONS are payments made to those of pensionable age, but is it paid in arrears?
Daily Express
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South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
The new robot barista at the cafe in Daejeon, South Korea, is courteous and swift as it seamlessly makes its way towards customers.
Reuters
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Trade deal with Europe seems a long way off
The government has confirmed that in the absence of a trade deal with the EU27, the UK is ready to operate on the basis of global World Trade Organisation tariffs.
Trade deal with Europe seems a long way off
The government has confirmed that in the absence of a trade deal with the EU27, the UK is ready to operate on the basis of global World Trade Organisation tariffs.
The Courier
