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    Martin Lewis on what the new energy price cap means

    Ofgem has announced a 7% reduction in typical household energy bills starting in April, following recent changes in government charges. This adjustment is expected to provide some financial relief to

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    Is TikTok the new frontier for fashion reinvention?

    A young designer has been engaged to help redesign a legacy sports brand, an opportunity that arose from a TikTok post. This development highlights how social media platforms, particularly TikTok, are

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    Tesco to cut 180 jobs within its head office

    Tesco is set to reduce its workforce by 180 positions at its head office as part of a strategy to enhance efficiency and agility. Chief executive Ken Murphy emphasized the need for the company to adap

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    Faisal Islam: Is the UK economy really turning a corner?

    The Chancellor is attempting to leverage current economic conditions to boost consumer and business confidence in the UK. This effort is seen as a pivotal moment for the government to encourage spendi

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    Why Asian firms are not cheering Trump tariff ruling

    The US Supreme Court's recent decision to block a significant aspect of US trade policy has led to increased uncertainty among Asian firms. This ruling is seen as a setback for the trade measures that

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    Aldi shop staff to receive two pay rises this year

    Aldi, the German budget supermarket, is set to implement two pay rises for its staff in the UK this year. This decision reflects Aldi's growth as a competitive player in the British supermarket sector

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    Food banks 'essential' for new generation of students

    Queen's University Belfast has reported over 10,500 visits to its food bank by students in the students' union. This highlights the growing reliance on food banks among the student population, indicat