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An investor's guide to the 'fear index'

The VIX "fear index" measures expectations of future share price movements - so how does it work?{MBD} {IMAGE}

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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-led air raids in Syria 'kill 100 pro-Assad fighters'

Syria accuses US-led coalition of 'war crimes' after air raids in oil-rich Deir Az Zor province target its fighters.

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Iran's female skier blazes a trail to Pyeongchang

Samaneh Bayrami Baher, 26, will be one of only four Iranians competing at the Winter Olympic Games in South Korea.

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