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Airbnb adds Cuba to destination list

Airbnb begins listing rooms to rent in Cuba, but only allows US-based members to make bookings.

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Paper firm goes into administration

A paper merchant based in Northampton goes into administration with the loss of almost 700 jobs.

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Construction growth 'slows' in March

Growth in the UK's construction industry slowed in March amid election uncertainty, according to a survey by data firm Markit and the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply.

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Greece made 'unrealistic promises'

The Greek government made "completely unrealistic promises" to voters that it cannot now fulfil, the former European Commission president tells the BBC.

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E.On pays £7m for more overcharging

Energy firm E.On is paying a further £7.75m penalty for overcharging customers who decided to switch suppliers.

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Ukraine agrees gas deal with Russia

Ukraine signs a new short-term agreement to buy gas from Russia at a lower price, despite the ongoing conflict in the east of the country.

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