US insurance giant AIG reports a big increase in fourth-quarter profit, thanks to a $17.7bn (£11.2bn) tax benefit.

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AIG profit boosted by tax benefit

After a big increase in July.

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Durable Goods Orders Fall

Dubai-based airline Emirates reports a 52% rise in annual profits, boosted by a big increase in passenger numbers over the year.

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Emirates sees profits soar by 52%

Ryanair’s latest half-year profits rise 15% as the airline enjoys a big increase in passenger numbers.

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Ryanair’s half-year profits soar

BT is to double its intake of apprentices this year after a big increase in the number of applicants, the telecoms giant has announced.

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BT to double apprentice numbers

China’s surging economy has created a new middle class with money to spend, with the country’s housing boom leading to a big increase in demand for fancy toilets, some as expensive as $6,000. The Chinese are spending tons of cash on their kitchens and…

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Chinese Spring for $6K Toilets

A big increase in the number of violent dog-on-dog attacks, particularly in urban areas, is noticed by pet charities.

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‘Big rise’ in dog-on-dog attacks

An urgent move is under way to get groin protection for British troops after reports of a big increase in the number of serious injuries in this area.

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Blast proof pants to protect soldiers