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US job creation slows but unemployment stays low
The world's biggest economy added 236,000 roles in March, led by bars and restaurants.
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Russian rouble falls to lowest value for a year
The currency tumbles against the dollar as Western sanctions continue.
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Samsung to cut chip production after profits plunge 96%
The world's largest memory chip maker posts its worst profit since the 2009 financial crisis.
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Sri Lanka airline boss says ‘don’t be a CEO during Covid’
The state-owned carrier was hit by the pandemic, soaring fuel prices and the country's economic crisis.
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Sun publisher sets aside £127m for phone hacking
News Group Newspapers has devoted £127m to cover the costs of phone hacking cases.
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High Streets see revival of weekend shopping
With more workers back in offices many people are returning to pre-pandemic habits, a retail group says.
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Anti-plastic group has beef with Sainsbury’s vac pack mince over recycling
A Plastic Planet says new vac packs do not go in most household recycling but Sainsbury's says they can be taken to stores.
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King Charles banknotes printed – but not ready yet
The BBC is given an exclusive first glimpse but the new notes won't be in circulation until mid-2024.
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World economy faces weakest growth since 1990 – IMF
The weak outlook reflects a sharp rise in borrowing costs weighing on businesses and households.
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World economy faces weakest growth since 1990 – IMF
The weak outlook reflects a sharp rise in borrowing costs weighing on businesses and households.
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