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• McDonald's looks for 'gender parity' by 2030

  18-02-2021 21:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The fast-food chain has been under fire over racial discrimination and handling of sexual harassment claims.
  
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• Sunak delays business rates review until autumn

  18-02-2021 20:49
  Holiday on paying levy expected to be extended in Budget along with extensions to other Covid aid measures
  
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• Diplomats and business express caution over Frost cabinet role

  18-02-2021 20:17
  Fears appointment of former Brexit negotiator could impede efforts to improve trading in Northern Ireland
  
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• Starmer floats ‘British recovery bond’ to rebuild post-Covid economy

  18-02-2021 18:50
  Labour leader uses speech on economy to signal major reset in relationship with business
  
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• Norfolk Vanguard: Ministers wrong over wind farm go-ahead, says judge

  18-02-2021 18:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The resident who brought legal action says a High Court judge's decision is a "very good start".
  
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• Slash business rates to save High Street, says Next boss

  18-02-2021 18:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Boss Lord Wolfson says that unless rates are lowered, many shops will have to close unnecessarily.
  
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• UK-EU relations are in for a bumpy ride with Frost in the driving seat

  18-02-2021 16:40
  Former Brexit chief negotiator’s modus operandi when it comes to Europe has always been one of confrontation
  
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• Texas freeze shuts chip factories amid shortages

  18-02-2021 15:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A power crisis in Texas forces computer-chip-makers to halt production amid a chip shortage.
  
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• Coronavirus: 'No jab, no job' policies may be legal for new staff

  18-02-2021 13:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  It may be legal to insist on vaccinations in new staff contracts, the justice secretary says.
  
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• How to watch the epic landing of NASA's Perseverance Mars rover

  18-02-2021 11:54 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The space agency will provide the public with live coverage of the historic landing and a "first photo" will be shared after landing.
  
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• Advertisers join forces to meet challenges brought by Apple's iOS privacy changes

  18-02-2021 11:37 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  In the past, marketing and advertising firms relied on Apple's Identifier for Advertisers (IDFA) as their means to learn about specific user preferences.
  
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• A predator in waiting: Security researcher stumbles upon first Apple Silicon M1 malware

  18-02-2021 11:17 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The code of GoSearch22.app is M1-compatible, and the new version appears designed to display ads and collect data from the browser of the user.
  
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• 'Sisyphus: The Myth' stars Park Shin Hye, Cho Seung Woo dish on their on-set chemistry

  18-02-2021 11:02 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Cho Seung Woo called Park Shin Hye amazing in her dedication to commit to her scenes even the difficult ones.
  
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• UK experts pinpoint animals most likely to cause next coronavirus outbreak

  18-02-2021 10:46 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The study aims to promote thorough monitoring of animals that are likely to breed coronaviruses, and not to demonise them.
  
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• 'Constantine' reboot in the works at HBO with J.J. Abrams

  18-02-2021 10:29 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  HBO Max plans to cast a diverse lead for its version of John Constantine.
  
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• Harry and Meghan should have informed the Queen in advance about Oprah interview, says royal expert

  18-02-2021 10:26 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh, has not yet commented on the interview announcement.
  
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• Serena Williams in tears after losing to Naomi Osaka at Australian Open semis

  18-02-2021 10:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Williams has not lost an Australian Open semi-final in 18 years.
  
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• Newly-engaged Paris Hilton, Carter Reum excited for marriage

  18-02-2021 09:38 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Paris Hilton believes "anything is possible" with her soulmate Carter Reum by her side.
  
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• Demi Lovato reveals she has brain damage from 2018 drug overdose

  18-02-2021 09:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Demi Lovato says she does not drive a car because she has blind spots on her vision.
  
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• Hugh Bonneville confirms 'Downton Abbey' movie sequel

  18-02-2021 09:28 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The actor revealed that COVID-19 delayed filming for the "Downtown Abbey" movie sequel.
  
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• Prince Harry 'will be banned' from wearing military outfits at royal events

  18-02-2021 09:20 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The last time the prince wore his military uniform in public was in March last year.
  
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• Meghan Markle, Prince Harry were 'nervous' when pregnancy happened quickly after miscarriage

  18-02-2021 09:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The couple wanted to get pregnant soon as they "always wanted for Archie to have a sibling close in age."
  
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• Kanye West still wearing his wedding ring; 'not doing well' amid split from Kim Kardashian

  18-02-2021 07:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  While Kim hasn't yet filed divorce papers, multiple sources have confirmed that the split is inevitable.
  
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• Virus crisis upends hopes for aviation careers

  18-02-2021 06:38 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Air traffic was down two-thirds globally in 2020, according to the International Air Transport Association, and it does not expect a return to 2019 levels before 2024.
  
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• Why economists kept getting the policies wrong

  18-02-2021 06:00
  After decades of market liberalism and fiscal fundamentalism, policymakers are returning to Keynes
  
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• Big Oil’s big money push into UK offshore wind raises eyebrows

  18-02-2021 06:00
  High auction prices risk increasing consumers’ energy costs or reducing investor returns
  
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• Facebook blocks Australian users from viewing or sharing news

  18-02-2021 05:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  It comes in response to a proposed law that would force the company to pay publishers for content.
  
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• Novak Djokovic threatens 'majority' won't play if quarantine continues at events

  18-02-2021 05:19 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Djokovic had been vocal about his complaints regarding the safety protocols at the Australian Open.
  
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• BTS label Big Hit and Universal seek next boy band

  18-02-2021 05:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The two record labels have teamed up to find a new K-pop boy group through a joint venture.
  
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• US charges North Korean hackers in $1.3 billion theft scheme

  18-02-2021 04:17 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The case announced Wednesday was the first open action taken against North Korea by the Biden administration.
  
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• Facebook blocks news sharing in Australia over media law

  18-02-2021 03:52 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Digital platforms have pushed back hard against the world-first Australian legislation, fearing it could create a global precedent that could require dramatic changes and hit their business model.
  
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• 'Roaring Kitty' GameStop investor hit with lawsuit

  18-02-2021 03:42 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Keith Gill is being sued over claims he duped fellow investors into buying its shares last month.
  
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• UK's Prince Philip taken to hospital as 'precaution'

  18-02-2021 03:20 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Duke of Edinburgh, as he is formally known, "is expected to remain in hospital for a few days of observation and rest"
  
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• 'Clothes should float in and out of our lives'

  18-02-2021 01:06 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The companies that are adopting a "circular economy" model to doing business.
  
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• Trustpilot removed 2.2 million bogus reviews in 2020

  18-02-2021 01:03 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The review website publishes its first transparency report as its own sector comes under scrutiny.
  
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• Covid: How work life changed for a home-schooler and a supermarket manager

  18-02-2021 01:03 via bbc.co.uk
  
  How the pandemic has changed work life for a home-schooling parent and a supermarket manager.
  
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• Covid: Phase out furlough gradually, chancellor urged

  18-02-2021 01:02 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The government employee support scheme needs to be wound down gently, think tank says.
  
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• Broadband credit score mistake 'cost me thousands'

  18-02-2021 01:02 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Omar Khalid says a mistake by broadband provider Virgin Media damaged his credit score for years.
  
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• Rent debt crisis 'could lead to homelessness'

  18-02-2021 01:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Half a million renters could lose their home without financial help, warn debt charities, lenders and landlords.
  
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• 'I'm paying £3,400 for student housing I can't use'

  18-02-2021 01:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Maya Cooper is one of the students collectively charged £1bn for accommodation they can't use.
  
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• 21 tips for cash flow management

  18-02-2021 01:00 via growthbusiness.co.uk
  
  Originally written by Ben Lobel on Growth Business
  Cash flow management is a challenge for so many businesses – that’s why we’ve asked the experts and gathered 21 cash flow tips to give you a helping hand. 1. Ensure you have good financial reporting The first step to good cash flow management is to understand the ebb and flow of money through your
  
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