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Apple announces the iPad Air, the fifth-generation iPad which is slimmer, lighter and more powerful.

Capita Asset Services says Vodafone's dispersal of Verizon Wireless helped boost its forecast.

Experts warn of growing number of forced conversions to Islam.

New Kindle Fire HDX tablet is now available for pre-order via Amazon UK online store.

But software firm Sage says UK SMEs are among the most risk-averse in the world.

Towers Watson says the increases are broadly in line with other Western European countries.

George Osborne says the deal is the next big step in the relationship between the nations.

Chinese smartphone manufacturer Huawei has confirmed it will open a £125 million research centre in the UK.

Russia is the most educated country in the world, followed by Canada, Japan, Israel, United States, Korea, UK, New Zealand, Finland and Australia.

Apple will live-stream its iPad launch event on 22 October international media in London.

Britain's employment rises, according to OECD figures.

Totaljobs.com says that the UK job market is still very competitive, particularly for young people.

Apple customers exchange old iPhones for new ones with credit gift card.

EEF survey shows 85% of manufacturers want UK to stay in EU as 2017 referendum looms.

The IBTimes UK electric car buyers' guide, covering government grants, charging stations, and what cars are on sale.

Randstad warns that lack of job fulfilment leads to absenteeism.

Foreign Secretary William Hague announces both Iran and UK to appoint non-resident charge d'affaires.

The British spy chief vigorously defends eavesdropping techniques used by spy agencies, saying whistleblower Edward Snowden's revelations are a "gift" to terrorists.

Research reveals what people in the UK find most annoying in life.

Growing smartphone adoption and online entertainment sees ad spent reach record high of £3bn for first half of 2013.

Strong growth in September on back of surge in demand from British car buyers.

Expert says heroine shortage is fuelling krokodil use as one person dies from drug in Gloucester.

Financial Conduct Authority assumes regulatory control for controversial payday lending industry in April 2014.

Nuttall tells IBTimes UK employee ownership is gaining popularity in Ireland and Australia.

Khan says UK should focus on making truly Shariah-compliant financial products to lure Islamic investment.

UK defence secretary Philip Hammond admits UK developing capabilities for offensive cyber attacks.

PWC says the UK ranks highly when it comes to conducting business.

With Apple suffering from short supplies of its flagship iPhone 5s, we look at hwen and where the new phone will be available.

Unnamed defendant in intimidation trial can wear Muslim clothing in court but must remove niqab when giving evidence.

Raiders wearing plastic forensic suits escape with cash and alcohol from Chadderton Best One convenience store.