Sales drop not as bad as feared
Retail sales fell less than expected last month but public finances showed their first October deficit for four years. Full Article
Rolls Royce lay-offs
The engine-maker plans to cut around 4 pct of its workforce worldwide. Full Article
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Petrodollar drought a blow to banks
Banks and their unfortunate would-be borrowers, face a blow as plunging oil prices tighten the spigot of petrodollar deposits. Full Article
Tougher penalties planned for speeders
LONDON (Reuters) - Drivers caught travelling well over the speed limit will lose their licence after just two offences under plans to be put out for consultation on Thursday, according to media reports. Full Article
Obama signals priority with Daschle pick
CHICAGO (Reuters) - U.S. President-elect Barack Obama selected Tom Daschle, a heavyweight former senator, to be his health secretary on Wednesday, while former President Bill Clinton took steps to help secure his wife the nation's top diplomatic job. Full Article | Video
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