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World Business ReportWhat's behind the wave of bomb threats in Europe?
Bomb threats have disrupted around 30 flights across Europe. The threats also caused Ireland's national broadcaster RTÉ to go off air briefly, just days before…
World Business ReportIs the AI bubble finally bursting?
Global tech stocks tumble as investors question the billions being poured into artificial intelligence. And so we ask, is the AI boom running out of steam?…
World Business ReportTesla shares plunge after US midterms
US stock markets were down sharply on Thursday following the US midterms. Technology shares suffered the deepest declines, led by Elon Musk's Tesla and SpaceX…
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Bomb threats disrupt European flights
Fighter jets are scrambled as a wave of bomb threats disrupts flights across Europe. We hear what the diversions and security alerts mean for airlines and…
World Business ReportAfter the blue wave, what happens to the US economy?
We break down the US Midterms to learn about the state of the US economy, how consumers and business owners are feeling and what that economy might look like…
World Business ReportUS Midterms: What does it mean for business?
After victories for Democrats in the Senate and Congress, we hear from business owners about what it means for them. We get the views of a hotel owner in Texas…
World Business ReportAmerica votes as control of Congress hangs in the balance
Polling day is coming to an end in the US, with millions of Americans having their say on who will control Congress. Will the results reshape the political…
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US Midterms: Americans head to the polls
Voting is underway in what is seen as a referendum on President Trump's 2nd term. The cost of living has been a major issue throughout the campaign, with high…
World Business ReportCould the economy decide the US midterms?
Americans are heading to the polling stations for mid-term elections that could shift the balance of power in Congress. How is the electoral climate affecting…
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Bangladeshi garment workers protest cost of living
The mass walkouts are over low pay and rising prices, with hundreds of clothing factories facing disruptions. We hear from workers demanding more pay and how…
World Business ReportWhat happens to the money from the Binance hack?
A record $6.3 billion has been stolen from crypto exchange Binance by hackers. It's believed that the North Korean government is behind the attack - but how…
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Binance Hit by Record $6.3 Billion Crypto Heist
Hackers steal around $6.3 billion from Binance in what could be the biggest cryptocurrency heist in history. We examine how the attack happened and what it…
World Business ReportWhat do Amazon's results say about AI spending?
Amazon has reported lacklustre Q3 results and Alphabet, the parent company of Google, shedding some $500 billion in a day. The developments come as investors…
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Why Is Volkswagen Losing Billions?
Volkswagen reports its biggest quarterly loss in more than a decade, losing almost $7 billion in three months. We look at the challenges facing the German car…
World Business ReportBig tech, big money
Microsoft and Alphabet have reported their latest earnings. We' ll be taking a look at their performance as Microsoft shares surged off the back of their…
World Business ReportRecord breaking share float of India's biggest mobile phone company
India's biggest telecom giant, the Meta and Google-backed Jio Platforms, made its stock market debut on Wednesday. The UK's finance minister, the Chancellor of…
World Business ReportAfrica's biggest ever IPO
Subscription window for Africa's "People's IPO" closes today for the Dangote Refinery in Nigeria. Which has reportedly been almost three times oversubscribed…
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How much will China's Mbappe boycott cost?
French football star Kylian Mbappé has apologised after a joke about China's former leader Mao Zedong sparked a growing boycott.Major brands have dropped…
World Business ReportAnthropic share details of its IPO
One of the world's most valuable AI companies is heading to wall street. Anthropic has warned artificial intelligence (AI) could pose "catastrophic or…
World Business ReportLula's win shocks Brazil's financial markets
Lula da Silva wins fourth term as President in dramatic Brazil election comeback, but his opponent refuses to accept the result. India legalises E100 ethanol…
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Oil hits $117 a barrel
In the U.S., President Trump's war in Iran has caused pain for low-income Americans. As voters go to the polls for nationwide Congressional elections, people…
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AI Spending Fears Hit Global Stock Markets
Technology stocks face renewed pressure across US and Asian markets as investors grow increasingly concerned about the huge sums being poured into artificial…
World Business ReportFacebook-owner Meta fined $25 billion
A New Mexico judge has fined Meta $25 billion for its handling of user data. It is the latest large legal payout for the tech firm, following an $18 billion…
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Cyber crisis continues for second day, with race to secure world's websites
For the second day, many websites around the world — including those of government agencies and banks — are down. These are due to vulnerabilities in PHP — a…
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Major PHP Security Flaw Triggers Cyberattacks
Millions of hacking attempts have been detected after a major security flaw was discovered in PHP. We hear from the cybersecurity firm behind the discovery and…
World Business ReportFacebook-owner Meta fined $25 billion
A New Mexico judge has fined Meta for its handling of user data. It's the latest large legal payout for the tech firm, following an $18 billion settlement…
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India’s biggest share sale
India telecoms company Jio Platforms has launched what is expected to be the country’s biggest ever share sale. The company, which is part of Reliance…
World Business ReportCost of Living Dominates US Midterms
With two weeks until the US midterm elections, Luke Wilson examines how rising living costs could influence voters and what the latest economic figures reveal…
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France takes a hard look at its finances
French lawmakers are continuing their scrutiny of next year's budget as the country reels from days of violent unrest. What began as protests over the cost of…
World Business ReportFrench businesses count the cost of riots
Around 2,000 businesses have been affected by riots and looting across France. We hear from those caught up in the unrest and examine the economic impact…
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AI boom fuels China’s exports
The world's second largest economy grew by 4.5% in the third quarter, but worries persist in China over weak spending at home. China’s economy grew by 4.5% in…
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Students protest in France, as fiscal concern mounts
Jean-Claude Trichet , former president of the European Central Bank, joins the programme to discuss economic stability. We hear his thoughts on the student…
World Business ReportTesla shares rise after 'flying' car launch
Shares in Tesla have climbed after Elon Musk's carmaker launched its new 'flying' Roadster car. EU leaders are meeting in Brussels, with its two biggest…
World Business ReportThe Tesla Roadster is finally here
Tesla is set to show off its latest EV, the Roadster, nearly nine years after it first unveiled the next-generation version of the electric sports car. We'll…
World Business ReportBrazil cuts working week from six days to five
Brazil's Congress has approved a constitutional amendment that will cut the working week from 44 hours to 40 and give employees two days off per week without…
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US inflation is on the rise again
US inflation figures are higher than forecast in September. With the price of diesel and food increasing, lower income Americans have been hit the hardest. We…
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US inflation heats up
US inflation rose more than expected, climbing to 3.7% from 3.4% in the year to September. We'll look at what's driving the surprise increase in prices…
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IMF warns of global GDP shock if AI bust happens
IMF managing director Kristalina Georgieva warns that an AI bust could wipe 1% off global GDP, rising to 1.8% in the U.S. The warning came as global tech and…
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Formula 1 heads back to Africa
Rwanda will host the F1 African Grand Prix in a 10-year deal starting in the early 2030s. We delve into why F1 wants Africa back on the calendar. Earnings…
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Counting the fuel costs of two major conflicts
As fuel prices continue to put pressure on the global economy, we ask which has the greatest impact: the conflict in the Middle East or Russia's invasion of…
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Missile attacks disrupt Saudi flights
We examine the impact of Houthi missile attacks on Saudi Arabia's aviation industry and wider economy, with thousands of flights cancelled. Also, Ukraine faces…
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Trump strikes deal with Putin on diesel
President Trump claims Russia has agreed to supply the United States and other countries with millions of tonnes of diesel. And as Russia continues to attack…
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Microsoft hit by US green card restrictions
We examine new US restrictions on green card sponsorship by Microsoft and other tech firms. Also, Adidas sues Australian fashion brand White Fox over its…
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French FM tries to allay fiscal fears
France is under growing pressure over its finances. The government is spending much more than it brings in through taxes, while borrowing becomes more…
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Is AI powering a global trade boom?
The World Trade Organization has more than doubled its forecast for global goods trade growth this year, with AI-related products driving much of the strong…
World Business ReportUS mortgage rates highest since 2023
Buying a home in America has just become even more expensive as mortgage rates have gone up for a seventh straight week to their highest level in nearly three…
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Indian businesses brace for higher interest rates
Interest rates rise in the world's most-populous country for the first time in four years: will it curb inflation? Also, are hybrid vehicle prices about to…
World Business ReportParamount takes over Warner Bros in mega deal
Paramount Skydance has officially taken over Warner Bros Discovery in a $110bn merger that is set to change the entertainment industry. We hear what this mean…
World Business ReportEducation protests continue in France
Mass protests and school blockades have swept across France as teenagers, teachers, and unions demand more investment in dilapidated classrooms and smaller…
World Business ReportMarkets rally after surprise Brazilian election result
Brazil's presidential election fails to return a frontrunner. This sets up a second-round runoff later this month between right-wing Senator Flávio Bolsonaro…
World Business ReportSpain's housing crisis leads to snap General Election
Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez seeks new mandate after Parliament rejected housing reforms. The election will be held on November 29. More oil is…
World Business ReportWhy has Nike lost its shine?
In a bid to head off a US diesel export ban, G7 countries agree to release 100mn barrels of diesel and crude. We ask if the plan will be enough to keep global…
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G7 agrees to release diesel from strategic reserves
Thieves target holders of cryptocurrencies in their own homes. As crypto coins have risen in value, reports of these violent robberies linked to digital assets…
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G7 agrees to release diesel from strategic reserves
Thieves target holders of cryptocurrencies in their own homes. As crypto coins have risen in value, reports of these violent robberies linked to digital assets…
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Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal walkout could cost millions
One of the biggest names in world sport, Cristiano Ronaldo, has left the Portuguese national teams training camp, amidst speculation he could retire from…
World Business ReportUS government borrowing costs hit the highest level since 2002
Government borrowing costs are rising sharply around the world, led by a sell-off in US government bonds. The yield on the benchmark 10-year US Treasury has…
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Ukraine introduces emergency power cuts in Kyiv
Ukraine has begun introducing emergency power cuts in Kyiv as Russia steps up its attacks on energy infrastructure. Kyiv has been preparing for a renewed…
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Kenya breaks ground on a major new oil refinery
The construction of a $16bn dollar oil refinery in Lamu, coastal Kenya is expected to create about 60,000 jobs and be completed within three years. It hopes to…
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Trump: AI companies to self-regulate
On Tuesday Trump, Musk and tech CEOs signed a document they have referred to as the "Accord on Super Intelligence." We go to the U.S. to hear the latest…
World Business ReportUS ban on Canadian exports comes into effect
A US ban on several Canadian imports, including alcohol, dairy and motorcycles, has come into effect as a trade war between the two neighbours drags on. We…