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. Stifling heat and broken toilets: TUI River Cruise passengers tell of their holiday hell
[42 hours old]: Holidaymakers tell the BBC they paid for luxury breaks but faulty air conditioning left them in sweltering heat.
. Panama Canal to cut number of ships passing through due to El Niño
[34 hours old]: The crucial waterway's operator says low rainfall caused by the ocean pattern had led to the decision.
. Travelodge boss resigns as chain tackles security after sex assault at hotel
[55 hours old]: Jo Boydell had been criticised for the company's handling of issues with its safety and security.
. Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and RED Driving School investigated over 'drip pricing'
[78 hours old]: The consumer watchdog said they were trying to find out if the three companies were not showing full prices upfront to customers.
. Why airlines are warning over lithium-ion batteries
[378 hours old]: The airline industry wants passengers to be careful when travelling with lithium ion batteries.
- Taxi drivers urge council to agree 8% fare hike
[6 hours old]: Taxi fares could rise by 8% to help drivers combat rising fuel prices and the cost of living.
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* Canadian PM calls Trump's fresh tariffs a 'miscalculation' after trade talks collapse [0 hours old]: Canada's prime minister said he was "reluctantly" announcing retaliatory tariffs as he accused the US of starting a trade war.
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Rescuers dig through Ukraine mall wreckage as Zelensky condemns 'despicable' Russian strike [4 hours old]: Four people are still missing after Friday's attack which killed 16 and left 130 injured, including a number of children.
* Watch: Moment humanoid robot beats Usain Bolt's 100m record [0 hours old]: The robot ran the distance in 9.39 seconds at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing.
* Carney faces crucial test after walking away from Trump's deal [1 hours old]: The Canadian prime minister will have to sell his gamble that walking away from talks with the White House will be worth the consequences.
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Fourteen killed in strike on Myanmar monastery [3 hours old]: A rescue worker said the site had been struck twice as civilians gathered for a meditation retreat.
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Vigil held for family who died in sea off Shoreham [2 hours old]: Town pays its respects to a family who died after getting into difficulty in the water off West Sussex.
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Fifa president Infantino asked to stay away from youth tournament [3 hours old]: Gianni Infantino has been asked to stay away from a youth football tournament in the Dominican Republic this weekend by Concacaf president Victor Montagliani.
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Father leaves 7-year-old son alone on Mount Fuji to continue hike [3 hours old]: The man had taken his two boys on the trip but is said to have left one behind when he got tired.
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'Quiet, quiet, quiet!' - what triggers Trump to shut down reporters? [14 hours old]: As the US president insults a journalist again, the BBC looks at the questions he does not like to answer.
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Economic adviser O'Neill rules out government job but backs PM's devolution plans [9 hours old]: Lord O'Neill, former chief economist at Goldman Sachs, was tipped to become Andy Burnham's chief economic adviser.
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Man Utd 'didn't look ready' - but hurting Carrick remains calm [1 hours old]: Manchester United boss Michael Carrick is refusing to panic despite shock loss at newly promoted Hull City.
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Norris beats Russell to pole position at Zandvoort [1 hours old]: Lando Norris beats George Russell to pole position at the Dutch Grand Prix in a frantic scramble to complete laps before a late shower of rain.
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Not 'poor enough': Do people use London's pay-it-forward schemes? [10 hours old]: The schemes are in place to help people who are struggling with the cost of living.
and in other older news ...
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How this 1960s ex-council house is managing to stay cool without air con [17 hours old]: The Passivhaus standard is growing in popularity as UK homeowners adapt to hotter summer temperatures.
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As they return to the UK, Harry and Meghan search for a brand that sticks [17 hours old]: They will not be working royals when they come back. So what could they be doing instead?
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More students planning to live at home for university over 'insane' living costs [18 hours old]: Students like Jessica say they worry about missing out on student life, but feel they have no choice but to stay at home.
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GTA 6 leaks - a nightmare or a blip for the biggest video game of the year? [18 hours old]: Clips appearing to show the highly anticipated game have appeared online, but will they really hurt it?
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Drugs at their fingertips, intense pressure: Why child stars fall into addiction [17 hours old]: Experts told the BBC the pressures of childhood stardom can put actors at an unusually higher risk of substance abuse issues.
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These bookshops let Chinese readers question their country, now the doors are closing [19 hours old]: For some mainlanders, Hong Kong's independent bookstores are a window into a different, freer world.
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'Mum still believes she was right to fake my illness' [74 hours old]: Ahead of a Channel 4 documentary, Lisa Hayden-Johnson's son Matthew reflects on her actions.
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'I can't do the things my friends do': Life as a teenage carer [64 hours old]: Young carers face huge disadvantages growing up - one teenager explains what life is like.
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Watch: Fishermen rescued after five days adrift in cool box [44 hours old]: The men, aged 53 and 32, lost contact with their fishing cooperative on 14 August, 75 miles off the coast of Mexico.
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Missing cat found 100 miles away in feral colony [196 hours old]: Ginge the cat was found in Leeds almost a year after going missing from his home in Sunderland.
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Is Andy Burnham Actually Popular Or Just New? [27 hours old]: And, Sue Gray gives her first interview since leaving Downing Street.
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Harry & Meghan: Why Are They Moving Back? [49 hours old]: The Sussexes love a surprise – but why have they decided to make a return to the UK?
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An intense psychological thriller with Zoë Kravitz and Channing Tatum [1242 hours old]: Having fun? Nothing as as it seems on a private party island, and leaving's not an option
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Royal Mail misses delivery targets again but hails 'encouraging' signs [30 hours old]: The struggling firm said it had improved its performance but missed regulator-set delivery targets.
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'We have more work to do', says Canada negotiator as US trade deadline looms [16 hours old]: Negotiations to finalise a deal between the US and Canada are going down to the wire ahead of a Friday night deadline.
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US borrowing costs rise as attempts to ease rates prove short-lived [24 hours old]: Economists said there were ongoing concerns over the level of borrowing as national debt passed tn.
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Millennials have found it hard to buy homes – but things may be turning a corner [31 hours old]: Twenty-somethings are much less likely to own a home than previous generations. But data suggests things may be improving.
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How landscape gardening is being electrified [42 hours old]: The switch to quieter electric equipment is not going as fast as some would like.
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UK borrows more than expected in July as Healey prepares for first Budget [31 hours old]: Chancellor John Healey said the government is 'committed to meeting our fiscal rules'
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Why the US economy is ringing alarm bells [32 hours old]: The US hit a debt milestone this week, but just how worried should we be about the world's largest economy?
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The teen entrepreneur transforming farm management [42 hours old]: The app was designed to give farmers more time with their families by making the business more manageable.
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How much could Trump's 'economic D-Day' hurt Iran? [42 hours old]: Iran has so far proved adept at finding ways around years of already punishing sanctions on its economy.
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Walmart sales under strain as US shoppers pull back [47 hours old]: High gas prices and weaker pharmacy sales pushed Walmart's growth to its slowest pace in six years
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US national debt passes tn after doubling in a decade [59 hours old]: It comes after the interest rate on 30-year bonds reached the highest level in almost 20 years.
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I quit my £80,000 job to make ice cream - here's how [66 hours old]: The co-founder of Little Moons shares her advice for anyone thinking about starting a business of their own.
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Bernard Matthews confirms closure of Derby factory [49 hours old]: Bernard Matthews Foods says its Shaftesbury Street factory will close by the end of 2026.
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Danone €1bn takeover of Huel approved by watchdog [52 hours old]: French firm says the acquisition of Huel will help it grow in the nutritional sector.
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Reform UK proposes tax rebates for firms to boost apprenticeships [49 hours old]: Suella Braverman also advised student's "not to get ripped off by the great university scam".
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Trump vows tougher economic measures on Iran and supporting countries [43 hours old]: It comes after a 60-day ceasefire expired on Monday, with no sign of a diplomatic or military off-ramp to the conflict.
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Founder of collapsed Chinese property giant Evergrande sentenced to life in prison [59 hours old]: Hui's sentencing marks a key moment in the fallout from Evergrande's collapse, which shook China's property sector.
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Carney asks Canada's provinces to end US alcohol ban as trade deal nears [45 hours old]: An agreement preventing a new wave of US tariffs is close and could include an end to Canada's boycott of US wine and spirits.
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India's Gen Z are driving up a mega boom in its beauty market [66 hours old]: E-commerce, rising income levels and the world's largest youth population are fuelling India's beauty boom.
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US retail giant receives bn boost from tariff refunds [72 hours old]: The US chain said it received a 4 million pre-tax reimbursement, which resulted in its second quarter operating income rising to .6bn.
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Inflation is heating up but don't expect another crisis [78 hours old]: Rising living costs could heap pressure on PM Andy Burnham though it depends what happens in the coming months.
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Jump in energy bills drives UK inflation to highest rate for four months [73 hours old]: A 2.9% rise in inflation had been widely expected by economists, with Chancellor John Healey saying the Iran war “continues to impact prices here at home”.
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'Banned over a pair of £2 sandals': Why some sellers are complaining about Vinted [90 hours old]: Several thousands of Vinted users say they have been wrongly suspended or permanently banned from the preloved app.
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The critical tech staying safe by going underground [90 hours old]: The war in Ukraine has spurred people to consider putting vital infrastructure underground.
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Protein or pickled garlic? What's new in ice cream [188 hours old]: There's a constant battle in ice cream to come up with new flavours and to keep costs down.
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Why Japanese firms are being so slow to use AI [234 hours old]: Japanese risk aversion and conservatism blamed for slow AI take-up by the country's business sector.
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Tokenomics: Why making AI pay is tricky [258 hours old]: Buyers of AI services are struggling to control costs and sellers are not sure how much to charge.
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'I started in my 20s and made £8,000': Why women are often better investors than men [282 hours old]: Women can make higher returns but only about a quarter of UK women have investments, compared with about 40% of men.
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'You could smell someone' who worked at Raleigh [300 hours old]: The company was more than just a employer. For years, it was part of the fabric of Nottingham.
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Argos is getting a makeover - but can it attract new shoppers? [378 hours old]: The retailer has been around for 50 years but struggled to compete with newer rivals such as Amazon. Can its new owners turn it around?
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Couples share their biggest money disagreements [36 hours old]: Candles, haircuts, a Tesla... this week we're asking couples in London: "What's the biggest money disagreement in your relationship?"
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Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters [737 hours old]: Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay?
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Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension [1266 hours old]: Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older
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The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash [1746 hours old]: The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
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How the High Street became a window on our political instability [1818 hours old]: High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?
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The £5 coffee that tells a story of global economic turmoil [2074 hours old]: Coffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and savvy coffee farmers playing the market, writes Faisal Islam
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Watch: How does the US national debt affect consumers around the world? [21 hours old]: The debt has more than doubled in a decade to reach a milestone tn (£29.4tn), Treasury figures show.
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Little Moons co-founder: Don't wait for your product to be perfect [60 hours old]: The mochi ice cream company co-founder shares her top tips, job highs and lows, and what a perfect Sunday looks like.
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'I used food banks while my ex owed thousands in child maintenance' [125 hours old]: Parents have told BBC Panorama the agency tasked with helping to secure financial support for children after separation or divorce is driving them to breaking point.
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Business Daily [141 hours old]: Amid economic uncertainty, workers are more cautious about taking their next career step