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First Republic makes last ditch bid to find rescue deal

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Regulators are racing to find a buyer for First Republic after the recent collapse of two US banks. http://dlvr.it/SnJlZh

How taking it slow could help protect our money

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A culture of instant buying, paying, and delivery brings convenience but could expose our finances to harm. http://dlvr.it/SnJ8fT

Rents hit fresh high as lack of homes available continues

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Despite signs of more properties coming on to the market, asking rents are still rising, Rightmove says. http://dlvr.it/SnG075

Peru’s ‘fast and furious’ blueberry boom

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The South American country has become the world's largest exporter of the berries in only a decade. http://dlvr.it/SnC7bm

Elizabeth Holmes delays start of prison sentence

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The disgraced Theranos founder's more than 11-year sentence is put on hold pending appeal. http://dlvr.it/Sn84RX

Barbie with Down's syndrome on sale after 'real women' criticism

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Mattel says it wants children to see themselves in Barbie and also play with dolls who do not look like them. http://dlvr.it/Sn50X1

Disney cuts more jobs as restructuring continues

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The firm announces another round of layoffs as part of the plan to reduce its workforce by about 7,000. http://dlvr.it/Sn1zNV

Prezzo to close a third of its restaurants as bills rise

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The move, which puts 810 jobs at risk, comes after the chain was hit by soaring costs. http://dlvr.it/Sn1zGr

Millions of families miss out on cheap broadband

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Ofcom is concerned that people are not getting the broadband social tariffs they are entitled to. http://dlvr.it/Smz2bm

The tech entrepreneur betting he can get younger

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Millions of dollars are being poured into research to find ways of making lives longer and healthier. http://dlvr.it/SmyZmz

CBI rape allegations 'shocking' says Labour shadow minister

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The lobbying group needs 'root and branch' reform, says Labour's Jonathan Ashworth. http://dlvr.it/SmxVL2

Has TransPennine Express improved its train service?

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After a period of disruption, we examine how the company is performing ahead of a decision on its future. http://dlvr.it/Smwv9Y

Facebook still being used to arrange fake reviews - Which?

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The consumer group found more than a dozen groups trading reviews for free products or payments. http://dlvr.it/SmtnN2

Compensation plan for Neil Woodford investors revealed

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Savers in the collapsed Neil Woodford fund could receive 77% of their investment back. http://dlvr.it/Smqyn3

Ukrainian vodka producers toast a rise in global sales

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With Russian vodkas no longer on shelves around the world, Ukrainian brands have filled the gap. http://dlvr.it/Smqycb

Lidl wins logo lawsuit against Tesco

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The High Court finds Tesco copied Lidl's logo for its Clubcard customer discount scheme. http://dlvr.it/Smmvmw

More people looking for work as vacancies fall

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The number of jobs on offer continues to fall with companies blaming economic pressures. http://dlvr.it/Smjprc

Retiring landlords risk fuelling rental shortage

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Investors with buy-to-let mortgages are retiring but new landlords are not replacing them. http://dlvr.it/Smfm8g

Amazon strike: Hundreds of workers in Coventry walk out in pay dispute

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GMB members walked out at 06:30 BST on Sunday and will strike until Tuesday, the union says. http://dlvr.it/Smbpjd

Royal Mail and Communication Workers Union reach agreement on pay

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A provisional agreement over pay and working conditions for postal service workers has been reached. http://dlvr.it/SmYhQv

Japan approves plan to open its first casino

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Officials have allowed a gambling resort to open in Osaka in 2029 to attract tourists. http://dlvr.it/SmWbl2

Tesco sees profits halve to £1bn as costs rise

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Profits at the UK's biggest supermarket were hit as customers put fewer items in their baskets amid rising costs. http://dlvr.it/SmSr2j

Ex-CBI boss not shown report that led to dismissal

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Tony Danker was dismissed immediately following a report into allegations of misconduct. http://dlvr.it/SmPsw8

Why robotic worms could one day dig beneath your feet

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Simulating an earthworm's movement is difficult, but could have very useful real-world applications. http://dlvr.it/SmLv8X

More people entertaining at home as cost of living bites

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Sales of home accessories and furniture rose in March as people ate out less to save money. http://dlvr.it/SmHy19

Junior doctors' strike: Health leader calls for Acas help with talks

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Some 350,000 appointments and operations could potentially be cancelled this week, a health body warns. http://dlvr.it/SmHQcQ

The Ukrainian refugees making a living somewhere new

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After fleeing the war in Ukraine, refugees share their experiences of finding work in their new homes. http://dlvr.it/SmFf99

Wizz Air perform worst for flight delays

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The airline performs worst in an analysis of more than 2,500 flights for the second year in a row. http://dlvr.it/SmFJm0

Lithium: A white gold rush excites Cornwall - but who gains?

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Locals wonder who will benefit from the mining of a metal that's fuelling a "battery arms race". http://dlvr.it/SmF4Zg

Twitter: BBC objects to 'government funded media' label

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Corporation says it wants to resolve issue after one of its main accounts receives new designation. http://dlvr.it/SmDtMY

Cost of living: Fish and chip shop that opened in 1961 shuts doors

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Dennis Jackson, 84, says the last six decades of business had been "fantastic". http://dlvr.it/SmDC76

Eurovision 2023: Airbnb host tried to increase rent from £465 to over £2,000

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Roy Henry says the host he booked with tried to raise the price from £465 to more than £2,000. http://dlvr.it/SmCNdV

Russian rouble falls to lowest value for a year

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The currency tumbles against the dollar as Western sanctions continue. http://dlvr.it/Sm9Pyq

CBI lobby group in 'difficult place' after rape claim, says member

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Andy Wood, boss of brewer Adnams, says his company is considering its membership of the group. http://dlvr.it/Sm6t4F

Warning post-Brexit border checks could deter EU imports

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The Cold Chain Federation says planned new measures will put off some suppliers and push up food prices. http://dlvr.it/Sm6sqs

Virgin Orbit boss blasts leaders in parting email

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Tony Gingiss, chief operating officer at the rocket firm, tells staff they "deserved better". http://dlvr.it/Sm456L

Virgin Media internet down again for thousands

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The firm apologises after customers lose service for the second time in one day. http://dlvr.it/Sm1Pvj

CBI business group faces new sexual misconduct claims

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The Confederation of British Industry is facing fresh allegations over individuals' behaviour. http://dlvr.it/SlyP9X

Swiss probe into UBS takeover of Credit Suisse

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The rushed takeover deal is to be investigated by Switzerland's federal prosecutor. http://dlvr.it/SlvSnD

Food prices: How the humble shopping list is saving us money

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Soaring food prices mean some families are missing meals and desperate for deals, but preparation can help. http://dlvr.it/SlsFrF

House prices see biggest annual fall since 2009

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Property prices dropped by 3.1% in the year to March, the Nationwide says. http://dlvr.it/Slq86r