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Trump’s isolationism can be ‘best thing that happened’ to Europe, says ex-ASML CEO
ASML’s former CEO believes Donald Trump’s reelection presents a golden opportunity for Europe. Peter Wennink, who led ASML to become the…
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Culture
Ticket touts employing workers to bulk-buy for concerts
Steffan Powell, Sian Vivian & Ben Summer BBC Wales Investigates Ticket touts are employing teams of workers to bulk-buy tickets for the…
Culture
James Bond: Denis Villeneuve to direct next 007 film
Denis Villeneuve, the Oscar nominated French-Canadian filmmaker, will direct the next James Bond film, Amazon MGM Studios has announced.…
Business
The abandoned Florida airport being turned into 'Alligator Alcatraz'
Cecilia Barría and Walter Fojo BBC Mundo Reporting from Everglades, Florida Watch: ‘I have grave concerns’ - Advocate weighs environmental…
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Hamas official says Gaza mediators intensifying ceasefire efforts
Rushdi Abualouf Gaza correspondent A senior Hamas official has told the BBC that mediators have intensified their efforts to broker a new…
Business
Emily Eavis on Glastonbury's magical 'Thursday Feeling'
Ros Atkins Analysis Editor, BBC News Last year, in an unlikely development, I was booked to DJ at Glastonbury Festival. When I arrived on…
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Summer reminds us: Play is essential
At my house, there’s an ongoing countdown—my three daughters are eagerly ticking off the days until school’s out. They’re dreaming about…
Business
Banking on equality: The journey to build first women’s bank
In 2019, I joined a group of entrepreneurial women with one bold goal: to create the only bank in the country strategically built to close…
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Like electric lights, water reuse is destined to become a necessity
Indoor toilets were once considered a health hazard. Electric lighting sparked fears of deadly fires. Air conditioning was dismissed as an…
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When the Supreme Leader emerges, he'll be leading a changed Iran
Kasra Naji Special Correspondent, BBC Persian After spending nearly two weeks in a secret bunker somewhere in Iran during his country's…
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The power of a customer-first strategy
I would argue that the most important indicator of a brand’s health is customer loyalty. For leaders, building and sustaining strong…
Culture
Sir Andy Murray: British Wimbledon tennis legend says social media is damaging as he backs Katie Boulter
"Athletes across all sports have been discussing this for a long time, but it hasn't really changed. Hopefully something can get done…
Business
These 96 housing markets are seeing falling home prices
Want more housing market stories from Lance Lambert’s ResiClub in your inbox? Subscribe to the ResiClubnewsletter. National home prices…
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England Under-21s: Liverpool's Harvey Elliott proves he will be one of Europe's hottest properties this summer
Elliott made 18 league appearances under Arne Slot last season, but his only two starts came against Chelsea and Brighton, when Liverpool…
Business
BeReal is back. Can it stick around this time?
Is it time to BeReal again? In 2022, the photo-sharing app surged in popularity, won Apple’s “App of the Year,” and even earned its own…
Culture
How to watch the NBA draft 2025 live online or on TV, including free options
Basketball fans will be keeping their eye on New York tonight for the first round of the 2025 NBA draft at Barclays Center, home of the…
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Wandsworth neighbour jailed for doorbell camera abuse and threats
Jemma Crew BBC News Reporting from Kingston upon Thames Crown Court Tarah Welsh Housing correspondent A woman who shouted threats to get…
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Kenya's Gen Z protests: 16 killed, rights group says as thousands march in Nairobi
At least eight people have been killed and 400 injured as thousands took to the streets in a day of protests across Kenya against…
Business
U.S. stocks near all-time high as oil stabilizes
U.S. stocks are hanging near their all-time high on Wednesday as financial markets catch a breath following two big days bolstered by…
Business
Christian Norgaard: Arsenal agree deal for Brentford captain amid Thomas Partey uncertainty
Arsenal have agreed a deal with Brentford to sign midfielder Christian Norgaard. Sources have indicated the Gunners have been discussing a…
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Bipartisan bill aims to ban Chinese AI from federal agencies
A bipartisan group of lawmakers on Wednesday vowed to keep Chinese artificial intelligence systems out of federal agencies while pledging…
Business
Bumble shares soar after dating app announces major job cuts
Bumble is cutting a third of its workforce, the latest sign that all is not well in the business of online dating. The company informed…
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Nato agrees spike in defence spending and stresses 'ironclad' security guarantee
Paul Kirby Europe digital editor Nato leaders have agreed to ramp up defence spending to 5% of their countries' economic output by 2035,…