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Head of firm founded by Mandelson to quit after Epstein releases
Benjamin Wegg-Prosser concluded his association with Lord Mandelson - and references to them both in the Epstein files - was doing the business Global Counsel harm.
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Amazon shares fall as it joins Big Tech AI spending spree
Major firms collectively announce $650bn worth of investment in AI this week, rattling investors.
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More baby formula products recalled over toxin fears
Danone has recalled 15 more batches of Aptamil and Cow&Gate first infant milk because a toxin called cereulide may be present.
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TikTok told to change 'addictive design' by EU or face massive fines
TikTok says it plans to challenge the "categorically false and entirely meritless" accusations.
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Pandora to switch from silver to platinum over price surge
The jeweller says it wants to reduce its exposure after the cost of the precious metal has risen.
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A Reprieve for the Markets, but For How Long?
Technology stocks and Bitcoin are showing signs of a rebound after a disastrous week. But investors remain on edge about whether more pain is in store.
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Bank of England chief 'shocked' at Mandelson emails
The Bank governor criticised emails between Peter Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein during the financial crisis.
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Bitcoin falls to lowest level since Trump took office
The price of the digital currency has dropped significantly despite President Donald Trump’s public support.
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Nike and Trump’s Supporters Have Been on a Collision Course for Years
The chair of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has long opposed diversity initiatives like those that Nike embraced.
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‘Gang Stuff’ and ‘Illicit Trysts’: How Epstein Sought Leverage With the Wealthy
Jeffrey Epstein drafted letters to men like the retail billionaire Leslie Wexner in which he hinted at shared secrets.
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It’s Time to Rethink the Standard Investment Advice. But Not Too Much.
With signs of trouble popping up in financial markets, investors need to decide whether they can ignore the turmoil, our columnist says.
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2025 Tax Returns: Here’s What to Know About Filing This Year
Many Americans will see bigger refunds and new deductions, while others may be revisiting the dreaded alternative minimum tax. Don’t panic just yet.
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Average house price tops £300,000 for first time, says Halifax
Halifax describes the figure as a "milestone", but potentially daunting for first-time buyers.
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An Indian Film Embraces a Taj Majal Conspiracy Theory
The internet and a new film have breathed life into old conspiracy theories about one of the world’s most famous landmarks.
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Google Plans to Double Spending Amid A.I. Race
Profits jumped 30 percent to $34.5 billion last quarter, and the tech giant is increasing its capital spending this year to as much as $185 billion.
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The Washington Post Eliminates Its Sports Department
The Post is laying off or reassigning all the reporters and editors in its sports section, days before the Super Bowl and the Winter Olympics in Italy.
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Uber Found Liable in Rape by Driver, Setting Stage for Thousands of Cases
In a federal bellwether case, the jury ordered the ride-hailing giant to pay $8.5 million to Jaylynn Dean, who said one of its drivers assaulted her in 2023.
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I can't sell Mum's retirement flat - and it's costing me thousands
Relatives face "never-ending nightmare" of service charge debts as thousands of retirement flats stand empty across England and Wales.
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Can robots ever be graceful?
Firms are working to make the motors that drive robots more efficient and cheaper.
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Bitcoin Drops to Lowest Price Since Trump Was Elected as Crypto Faces Slump
The price of Bitcoin is now lower than when President Trump was elected in 2024, raising concerns of a new “crypto winter" in the industry.
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