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M&S Launches 1,000-Place Traineeship to Combat Youth Unemployment

Marks and Spencer launches a 1,000-place traineeship for 16-24-year-olds to tackle rising youth unemployment and support career progression in retail.

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Car Industry Urges EU to Delay Brexit EV Tariff Rules Again

The EU and UK car industries urge a second delay to Brexit EV tariffs due to unmet battery production targets amid supply chain challenges and geopolitical pressures.

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Cake Sheds Earn Bakers Up to £1,000 Weekly but Face Licensing Challenges

Cake sheds, a growing British trend where bakers sell homemade goods via honesty boxes, are earning up to £1,000 weekly. However, new council licensing rules threaten their future, with some owners facing costly street trading licences or fines.

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How Tailored Applications Helped Four People Land Their First Jobs

Four individuals share how tailoring CVs, networking, volunteering, and in-person applications helped them secure their first jobs despite challenges.

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US Stocks Plunge as Big Tech Worries Shake Wall Street

US stock markets plunged Friday, led by a 4% drop in Nasdaq, as a strong jobs report fueled fears of prolonged high interest rates, prompting investors to shift from tech to safer sectors.

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Ex-Spurs Chairman Levy Reportedly Sells 24.99% Stake in Enic to Eight Sports Capital

Daniel Levy has reportedly sold a 24.99% stake in Tottenham's parent company Enic to Eight Sports Capital, though Enic denies awareness of the sale. Levy stepped down in 2025 after 24 years, and Eight Sports Capital is led by tech entrepreneur Brooklyn Earick.

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US Hospitality Sector Surges with 172,000 Jobs Added Ahead of World Cup

The US economy added 172,000 jobs in May, led by leisure and hospitality sectors, as the country prepares to co-host the World Cup with Mexico and Canada. Employment gains outpaced expectations despite global economic challenges.

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British Heart Foundation to Close 150 Shops Amid Rising Costs and Online Shift

The British Heart Foundation plans to close 150 shops and cut jobs due to rising costs and a shift to online shopping, following a sharp profit decline in its retail arm.

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Raspberry Pi Boosts Profit Forecast Amid Rising AI Demand

Raspberry Pi has raised its profit forecast for early 2026 due to strong demand driven by AI applications, with shares rising 25% and sales expected to exceed four million units.

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Understanding Key Cryptocurrency Terms from Bitcoin to Blockchain

Bitcoin's recent price drop near $60,000 has spotlighted cryptocurrencies and their complex terms like blockchain, ETFs, and stablecoins. This article explains key crypto concepts, including Bitcoin's volatility, blockchain technology, mining rewards, exchanges, wallets, Ethereum, ETFs, meme coin...

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EU Transport Chief Confirms No Jet Fuel Shortage in Europe Despite Middle East Tensions

EU transport chief Apostolos Tzitzikostas says there is no jet fuel shortage in Europe despite Middle East tensions. Airlines have cut uneconomic routes amid high fuel prices, with emergency stocks in place. UK house prices dip and shoppers return to high streets in May.

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Gary Lineker’s Goalhanger Tops UK’s Fastest-Growing Businesses List

Goalhanger, co-founded by Gary Lineker, tops the Sunday Times list as the UK's fastest-growing business with £37.9m sales and 321% growth, driven by popular podcasts, subscriptions, and live events.

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