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Visitor numbers to UK hit record in July

The number of overseas visitors to the UK topped four million in July for the first time.

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Eurozone sees ‘burst of activity’ in September

The eurozone economy ended the third quarter of the year on a strong note, a survey indicates.

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Slough named as the ‘best place’ to work and live

The town immortalised by ‘The Office’ is a “prime spot” for jobs and a good quality of life.

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Japan’s yen rises after N Korea warning

Analysts say the situation would have to be catastrophic for investors to flee the currency.

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How the Barbie doll became a million dollar idea

The BBC’s Aaron Heslehurst explains how the Barbie doll became a million dollar idea.

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How business is driving the new space race

Why firms are spending millions to beat each other into orbit

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Invisible threat

Many firms have no idea how many devices are connected to their networks – a major cyber-security risk.

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L’Oreal heiress Liliane Bettencourt dies at 94

Liliane Bettencourt was suffering from dementia and died peacefully at home, her family say.

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Ryanair plans to make pilots change holidays

Pilots might have to defer some annual leave, says Michael O’Leary, as cancellations cost airline £22m.

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Cork questioned

As an increasing number of vineyards and wineries seal their bottles with screw-caps, the natural cork industry is fighting back.