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Why did Alibaba’s Jack Ma disappear for three months?

Alibaba’s Jack Ma appeared to fall out of favour after criticising China’s regulators.

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Coach Holidays: ‘More than a business, we’re family’

Lack of support for “unfashionable” industry could put 24,000 jobs at risk and leave vulnerable passengers heartbroken.

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China and Taiwan face off in pineapple war

Taiwan fights back against Chinese curbs on the export of their fruit – with plenty of support.

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Young Goldman Sachs bankers ask for 80-hour week cap

First-year analysts have reported 95-hour working weeks plus poor physical and mental health.

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UK government borrowing hits February record as virus impact continues

The government borrowed £19.1bn last month, the highest figure for February since records began.

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Builders told to remove ‘unfair’ ground rent terms

Competition watchdog says Countryside and Taylor Wimpey must change contracts or face legal action.

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Labour seeks probe over Cameron Greensill lobbying

Report alleges former Prime Minister met officials to push for business for collapse finance firm.

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Gigabit broadband: First areas to benefit announced

The government announces first stages of plans to get superfast broadband to the majority of UK homes.

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Backlash grows against cut to electric car grants

A government decision to reduce subsidies is criticised by the motor industry and UK businesses.

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Lamborghini’s profits soar during Covid

The supercar maker admits it is ‘surprised’ after reporting record profits, partly fuelled by China.