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EPA approves sale of higher-ethanol fuel in bid to lower gas prices

The US Environmental Protection Agency has temporarily allowed the sale of a higher-ethanol fuel blend in an effort to reduce soaring gas prices amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

March 26, 20263 min
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Exclusive: Blossom Health raises $20 million to bring an AI ‘copilot’ to psychiatry

Blossom Health has secured $20 million in funding to implement an AI-based system to enhance mental health care, aiming to improve the psychiatrist-patient relationship and streamline administrative tasks.

March 26, 20263 min
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CFOs believe AI is paying off. Researchers aren’t so sure—yet

A new study finds executives are seeing AI gains that haven't yet shown up in revenue, shedding light on a productivity paradox in companies' AI investments.

March 26, 20263 min
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The one-person unicorn: Myth, miracle, or the future of startups?

The concept of the one-person unicorn is explored through the lens of Ben Broca, CEO of Polsia, which claims to operate as an AI 'co-founder'.

March 26, 20263 min
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UK facing biggest hit to growth from Iran war out of major economies

The UK is projected to face the largest economic slowdown among G20 nations due to the conflict in Iran, with growth forecasts slashed and inflation expected to rise significantly.

March 26, 20263 min
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Co-op boss quits after 'toxic culture' claims reported by BBC

Shirine Khoury-Haq resigns as chief executive of the Co-op following claims of a toxic culture and significant financial losses.

March 26, 20263 min
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Unlock Therabody Discounts for Wellness Products

Discover how to save on Therabody's innovative wellness products with various discount codes and promotions.

March 26, 20264 min
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NS&I set to pay millions in compensation to customers

National Savings and Investments (NS&I) faces claims totaling hundreds of millions in compensation due to management failures affecting bereaved families' access to funds.

March 26, 20262 min
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CO2 plant to reopen in Iran war contingency plan

The UK government is set to invest £100m to reopen a shuttered CO2 plant in response to supply disruptions caused by the war in Iran.

March 26, 20262 min
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U.S. farmers worry about fertilizer supply due to war with Iran

The ongoing war with Iran has triggered a 25% price hike in fertilizer just as U.S. farmers are getting ready to plant their crops, raising concerns about supply shortages.

March 26, 20262 min
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Prepare for turbulence - how a prolonged Middle East conflict could reshape how we fly

The ongoing Middle East conflict is dramatically affecting global aviation, particularly impacting major Gulf hubs like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha. As flight schedules are disrupted and fuel prices rise, the future of the Gulf aviation model faces uncertainty.

March 26, 202612 min
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Iran, the $39 trillion national debt and dedollarization: How Trump exposed America’s Achilles Heel in Hormuz

The article discusses how President Trump’s actions and the $39 trillion national debt highlight vulnerabilities in the U.S. economy and dollar dominance, especially relating to the crucial Strait of Hormuz.

March 26, 20263 min
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Octopus boss: We've seen a 50% rise in solar panel sales since start of Iran war

Demand for solar panels has surged by 50% since the onset of the Iran war, according to Octopus Energy's CEO, Greg Jackson.

March 26, 20262 min
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UK inflation rate stays at 3% before Iran war hits oil prices

The UK inflation rate remains at 3% as rising fuel prices impact costs amidst the ongoing US-Israel war with Iran.

March 26, 20263 min
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Why QVC is making such a big bet on TikTok

QVC Group partnered with TikTok to launch live shopping streams as the TV shopping channel seeks to revive its languishing business and adapt to changing consumer habits, with social commerce driving $150 billion in U.S. spending.

March 25, 20263 min
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Why are UK prices still rising?

UK inflation held steady at 3% in February, remaining above the Bank of England's 2% target despite six interest rate cuts since August 2024. The figures were collected before the US-Israel war with Iran, which is expected to accelerate price rises.

March 25, 20265 min
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Meta cutting several hundred jobs across Reality Labs, Facebook and other departments

Meta is laying off several hundred employees across multiple divisions including Facebook, global operations, recruiting, sales and Reality Labs, according to sources familiar with the company's plans.

March 25, 20261 min
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JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon says remote work breeds 'rope-a-dope politics' and stunts young workers' growth

Jamie Dimon blasted remote work at the Hill and Valley Forum, warning younger generations that in-person work is essential for career advancement and learning.

March 25, 20264 min
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How soap opera-TikTok hybrids became a billion-dollar business

A new category of mobile apps called "micro dramas" has quietly exploded into a multi-billion dollar business. These short-form, mobile-first scripted shows are designed to be watched vertically on phones, combining soap opera elements with TikTok-style engagement.

March 25, 20261 min
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Wealth doesn't erase your problems—it magnifies them: One serial entrepreneur's brutally honest take on making it

Emily Lyons, founder of multimillion-dollar companies, reveals how success amplified her fears and triggered imposter syndrome rather than providing the relief she expected.

March 25, 20264 min
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