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South Africa load-shedding: The roots of Eskom’s power problem
How corruption backed by a criminal network have led to South Africa's worst-ever power cuts.
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ChatGPT: Can China overtake the US in the AI marathon?
Washington's efforts to limit China's access to crucial cutting-edge technology continue.
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Netflix expands password sharing crackdown to UK
The streaming giant will charge users for sharing passwords in countries including the UK and the US.
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Meta loses millions as made to sell Giphy to Shutterstock
Social-media giant Meta was ordered to sell Giphy by the UK's Competition and Markets Authority.
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Shell AGM: Climate activists storm shareholder meeting
Protesters rush the stage at the oil giant's annual general meeting in London over climate plans.
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Food price inflation dips for second month in a row
Households still face an increase of £833 to their annual grocery bills though, says Kantar.
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IMF expects UK economy to avoid recession
The fund sharply upgrades its growth forecast, but warns inflation remains "stubbornly high".
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Indian banks start exchanging withdrawn 2,000-rupee notes
The 2,000-rupee notes have been withdrawn, sparking concerns and confusion.
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Camden leaseholders: ‘My £850,000 newbuild flat is now worthless’
Residents say their "futures have been stolen" after their new flats are deemed not fit for purpose.
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Bird flu: Brazil declares animal health emergency after several cases found
The country is the world's largest exporter of chicken meat, and wants to stop the virus spreading.
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