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Business
US unemployment hits new high
Jobless figures hit their highest level in almost five years as turmoil continues.
German bank to slash 9,000 jobs
China agrees $3bn Iraq oil deal
S Korea officials warned off golf
US woes rattle Asian stockmarkets
Deal agreed over TNK-BP oil venture
CEO's departure spells end of months-long feud for control of oil company.
Google unveils new browser
Internet search giant launches Chrome aimed at reducing Microsoft's market share.