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Christopher Harborne Rises to Sixth in UK Rich List as Wealth Grows to £784bn

The UK’s richest have grown wealthier, with Christopher Harborne rising to sixth place on the Rich List. The combined wealth of the top 350 reached £784bn amid shifts in billionaire residency and new entries like the Beckhams.

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British Gas to Pay £20m in Settlement Over Forced Prepayment Meter Installations

British Gas will pay £20m to settle a probe into forced prepayment meter installations and cancel up to £70m in debt for vulnerable customers, following Ofgem's investigation.

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Postal Deserts Feared as TG Jones Owner Plans Easier Post Office Closures

Modella's plan to ease closure of Post Office outlets in TG Jones stores risks creating 'postal deserts', with up to 60 closures and reduced notice periods sparking union criticism and community concerns.

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World Cup Hotel Bookings Lag Behind Expectations Despite Event Buzz

Despite visible World Cup excitement in US cities, hotel bookings lag behind expectations due to high ticket prices, political climate, and global tensions. Industry leaders and fans express concern, while FIFA and the US government take measures to support the event.

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Raspberry Pi Founder Warns AI Hype May Deter Tech Careers and Harm Economy

Raspberry Pi founder Eben Upton warns that overestimating AI's capabilities could deter tech careers and harm the economy, emphasizing the need for engineers and cautioning against premature judgments about AI's job impact.

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Millions Saved by Replacing Palantir Tech in UK Refugee Housing System

The UK government saved millions by replacing Palantir's tech in the Homes for Ukraine refugee scheme with an in-house system, enhancing flexibility, security, and cost-efficiency while reducing reliance on external suppliers.

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Reeves Highlights Unexpected UK Growth as Case for Labour Leadership Stability

Chancellor Rachel Reeves cites unexpected 0.3% UK GDP growth in March amid Iran war as proof Labour's economic plan works, urging leadership stability despite political turmoil.

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Honda Reports First Annual Loss in 70 Years Amid EV Market Challenges

Honda reports its first annual loss in 70 years due to underwhelming EV demand and policy changes, revising EV targets and focusing on motorcycles and hybrids.

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Rachel Reeves Defends Economic Strategy Amid Labour Leadership Contest

Rachel Reeves highlights strong UK economic growth amid Labour leadership bids, urging stability despite ongoing challenges from inflation, energy prices, and geopolitical tensions.

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Rachel Reeves Defends UK Economic Plan as Q1 Growth Surpasses Forecasts

UK GDP grew 0.6% in Q1 2026, beating forecasts despite Iran war impacts. Chancellor Reeves defends economic plan; experts warn growth may slow later this year amid energy price shocks and political uncertainty.

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UK Economy Expands 0.6% in Q1, Led by Services Sector Growth

The UK economy grew by 0.6% in Q1 2024, led by strong services sector performance and a return to growth in construction, according to the ONS. March growth exceeded expectations despite revisions to earlier months. Chancellor Rachel Reeves affirmed the government's economic plan.

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Why Major Tech Firms Are Embracing Cute Mascots to Connect with Users

Major tech companies like Microsoft and Apple are adopting cute mascots to humanize brands and engage customers, despite some concerns about personalization and consumer trust.

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