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Key moments in aviation: From aeolipiles to electric planes

Humans have dreamed of flying for thousands of years. Here are some key moments on our journey to the skies.{MBD} {IMAGE}

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Potato plastics

Better recycling and compostable materials could be an answer to our plastic pollution problem.{MBD} {IMAGE}

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Cambuslang chicken plant's 450 jobs 'at risk'

The 2 Sisters Food Group facility at Cambuslang near Glasgow could close completely by the summer.{MBD} {IMAGE}

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US shares slide back after short respite

Wall Street shares are on the way down again after closing higher on Wednesday.{MBD} {IMAGE}

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TalkTalk shares slump after profit warning

A £200m investment in a high-speed broadband network weighs on the company's profit outlook.{MBD} {IMAGE}

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Japan's man in UK says unprofitable firms could not stay

Japan's ambassador warns that no company could stay in the UK if it was not making a profit.{MBD} {IMAGE}

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