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XBOX 360 Lands in US Stores

Avid gamers have queued overnight in the US to be the first to get their hands on Microsoft's new games console, the Xbox 360. Hundreds of stores opened at midnight to satisfy fans who waited for hours. Read More …

Asda creates job opportunities

Supermarket group Asda has announced plans to recruit almost 3,000 new staff across the UK. Around 800 new jobs will be created in Northern Ireland, which will see the biggest boost from the expansion. Read More …

eBay fraudster jailed

David Levi, 29, of Clifton Drive North in Lytham, Lancashire, tricked people using the internet auction site eBay into giving away their account details. Read More …

Possibility of council tax increase

Council tax bills in England could increase by 10% next year unless the government provides more funding, according to a new report. The Local Government Association says inadequate grant increases will leave a shortfall to be paid for by tax payers. Read More …

Amazon predicts bleak holiday season sales

The online retailer, Amazon.com, warns investors of a slow sales growth even with the holiday season inching closer. The firm, which started out as a book seller, said net profits of $30m (£17m) for the three months to September had been hit by a legal settlement. Read More …

Apple upgrades iPod to play videos

Apple has upgraded the original white iPod to a version that plays video. The gadget will be available in the US next week and crams more storage and a bigger screen into a thinner package. Read More …

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