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Renting now cheaper than first-time mortgages, says Zoopla
It is less expensive to rent than buy for the first time since 2010, but there are wide regional variations.
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Gas prices rise on fears of strikes in Australia
Possible industrial action at a key liquefied natural gas supplier sent European prices 10% higher.
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Car breakdowns due to potholes soar in rainy July
The AA saw call-outs jump with drivers reporting damage after wet weather hampered road repairs.
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Pioneering wind-powered cargo ship sets sail
Inventors hope maiden voyage will help usher in new era of greener shipping.
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China cuts key interest rate as recovery falters
The world's second largest economy struggles to recover from Covid and faces a property crisis.
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Morrisons’ bras and pants carry NHS cancer check label
Underwear labels urge people to contact their GP if they spot symptoms of breast or testicular cancer.
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Maiden Pharmaceuticals: Fury in The Gambia a year after cough syrup deaths
Grieving parents say regulators in both India and The Gambia failed their young children.
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Virtual reality brings new vision to workplace training
Staff are being asked to put on VR goggles when they go on a course or team-building session.
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Holiday firms urge PM to allow watchdog to fine airlines
Travel companies would like to see watchdog given extra powers to act over delays and cancellations.
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Waitrose offers police free coffees to deter thieves
Waitrose and John Lewis are offering free hot drinks under the "Thanks a Latte" initiative.
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