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Mayor Sadiq Khan Invites AI Firm Anthropic to Expand in London Amid US Tensions

London Mayor Sadiq Khan invites AI firm Anthropic to expand in London amid US government tensions following Pentagon's supply chain risk designation and Trump's directive to halt federal use of Anthropic's technology.

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Meghan's As Ever Brand Ends Partnership with Netflix, Goes Independent

Meghan's lifestyle brand As Ever ends its partnership with Netflix, becoming fully independent after a year of growth. The Sussexes' Netflix deal, including TV shows, has evolved following modest audience reception.

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Tennent's Owner Acquires Innis & Gunn; Job Losses Expected

C&C Group, owner of Tennent's Lager, has acquired Innis & Gunn for £4.5m, with job losses expected among the 100 staff across Scottish pubs and brewery.

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Oil Prices Surge as Qatar Warns Gulf Oil Output Could Halt Soon

Oil prices rose sharply after Qatar's energy minister warned Gulf oil and gas exports could halt within days amid Middle East conflict, risking global economic impact and supply shortages.

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US Economy Loses 92,000 Jobs in February, Unemployment Rises to 4.4%

In February, the US economy lost 92,000 jobs with unemployment rising to 4.4%, marking the largest monthly decline since October amid sector-wide job losses and concerns over rising oil prices.

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Jet Fuel Price Surge May Raise Air Fares and Cause Flight Disruptions, Analysts Say

Jet fuel prices have surged over 80% due to Gulf supply disruptions, risking higher air fares and flight cancellations ahead of summer holidays.

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BP’s New CEO Meg O’Neill to Earn £11.7m, More Than Twice Predecessor’s Pay

Meg O’Neill will become BP’s first female CEO in April, earning at least £11.7m this year—more than double her predecessor’s pay—as she faces pressure to revive the company’s performance amid industry challenges.

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Axel Springer to Acquire Telegraph Media Group for £575 Million

Axel Springer has agreed to buy Telegraph Media Group for £575m, after a rival £500m bid by Daily Mail and General Trust was investigated by the government on competition grounds.

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Oil Prices Surge Toward Biggest Weekly Gain Since 2020 as Brent Hits $89

Brent crude oil surges over 20% this week to $89 a barrel amid Middle East tensions, marking the largest weekly gain since 2020 and raising inflation concerns globally.

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First Class Stamp Price to Increase to £1.80 from April

Royal Mail will raise first class stamp prices to £1.80 from 7 April amid rising delivery costs and declining letter volumes, drawing criticism from Citizens Advice over service quality.

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UK Sheep Farming Declines Amid Rising Costs and Changing Markets

Sheep farming in the UK faces decline due to rising costs, changing subsidies, and reduced demand. Despite challenges, demand from Muslim communities offers hope for the future of the industry and upland landscapes.

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UK Mortgage Rates Rise Amid Middle East Conflict and Inflation Concerns

UK lenders including Nationwide and Coventry Building Society have raised mortgage rates amid Middle East conflict fears, inflation concerns, and changing Bank of England rate expectations.

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