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Budget 2021: The challenge facing Rishi Sunak

The BBC looks at the state of the UK economy ahead of the spring Budget.

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Cryptocurrencies: Why Nigeria is a global leader in Bitcoin trade

A devaluing currency and hard economic conditions make cryptocurrencies attractive despite the risks.

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Covid: How this Indian firm is vaccinating the world

The Serum Institute of India isn’t a household name, but it’s the world’s largest vaccine maker.

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Six million accidental savers ‘created by Covid crisis’

Lower commuting costs, cancelled holidays and fewer meals out boost some bank accounts, a report says.

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Budget 2021: Mortgage guarantee to help buyers with 5% deposit

The chancellor says public finances are facing a “challenge” from the impact of the pandemic.

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Budget 2021: Rishi Sunak to inject £126m to boost traineeship scheme

The chancellor also launches a “flexi-job” scheme so people can work for several firms at once.

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How Bitcoin’s vast energy use could burst its bubble

Could the cryptocurrency’s huge electricity consumption also sink it?

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Ros Atkins on… Is Facebook too powerful?

Ros Atkins looks at the consequences of Facebook’s power on events in Myanmar, Washington DC and Australia.

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Budget 2021: Stamp duty holiday deadline ‘may cost us £12,000’

Homebuyers facing high costs and delays want the tax break to be extended at the Budget.

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Loan shark fears as fewer investigations begin during Covid crisis

Illegal money lenders have been shaming non-payers on social media during the pandemic.