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The London rental market has become a "nightmare".  here's why

The London rental market has become a “nightmare”. here’s why

London CNN Business — For Rebeca Blázquez, the last few weeks have been a “nightmare”. Based in Madrid but hoping to find work in London before starting her masters, the 22-year-old university graduate spent a month searching online for a room to rent. in London on a budget of £900 ($1,070). She sent dozens of …

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UK raises windfall tax on energy companies and bets on nuclear power

UK raises windfall tax on energy companies and bets on nuclear power

London CNN Business — The British government increases an exceptional tax on oil and gas companies and extending the tax to electricity producers, as it strives to balance its budget amid an economic downturn. It is also investing in nuclear power for the first time in decades. Britain’s Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt announced the measures …

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Jeff Bezos says for the first time he will donate most of his money to charity

Jeff Bezos says for the first time he will donate most of his money to charity

Washington CNN Business — Amazon founder Jeff Bezos plans to donate the majority of his $124 billion net worth over his lifetime, telling CNN in an exclusive interview that he will dedicate most of his wealth to the fight against climate change and supporting people who can unite humanity in the face of deep social …

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Degrowth: a dangerous idea or the answer to the world's biggest problems?

Degrowth: a dangerous idea or the answer to the world’s biggest problems?

London CNN Business — Conventional economic logic revolves around a basic assumption: large economies are better, and finding ways to sustain or stimulate growth is paramount to improving society. But what if growth does little at best to solve the world’s problems, and at worst promotes the destruction of the planet and jeopardizes its future? …

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India and climate change: Can Modi meet the world's needs?

India and climate change: Can Modi meet the world’s needs?

CNN — It’s not unusual for temperatures in India’s Thar Desert to reach 48 degrees Celsius (118 degrees Fahrenheit). Even when they fall, warm winds sweep across the bare plains. The soil here is infertile, water is scarce. This place is almost uninhabitable for humans, but it is ideal for one of the largest solar …

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