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Sir Richard Branson has called the war on drugs a global failure, and is asking governments around the world to experiment with policies that would see the decriminalisation of illicit drugs.

Businesses are no more satisfied with the major banks now than they were in October, despite two interest rate cuts in November and December.

Sometimes the Web services you rely on crash… or get taken down by the feds (sorry, Megaupload.com!). Be ready before it happens to you.

These six mantras help keep me focused, and help keep my business sailing along, no matter what the day brings.

Hint: It’s harder than it sounds. Here’s how we make it work, and stay happy while running a successful business.

Consumers will spend more of their online dollars with UK retailers over the next month, PayPal says, as the local dollar continues to strengthen against the British pound.

When it comes to setting business goals at the start of a New Year, Charles Pludthura suggests you make them achievable and realistic. Here are some ideas to get you started.

You have more important things to focus on than, um, focusing. Get back on track with these tips.

Email, text messaging, social media and phone are all competing for attention. So what’s the best way to communicate directly with a partner, client or customer?

Why the iPhone 5 might be the phone that finally fails to impress.

An in-depth look at the delicate art of combining business and personal travel.

A look at the most helpful advice for entrepreneurs from the celebrated billionaire.

Before sinking your money into a hot franchise concept, make sure it’s the real deal — not a dead duck.

Had a busy week, small business owners? Catch up quickly and easily on the week’s most important headlines, with our Friday SMB wrap-up.

eBay has enjoyed yet another year of strong results, bolstered by rising PayPal membership numbers and strong Christmas figures, as consumers continue to show a desire to spend online.

Australians will have access to Telstra’s 4G network for the first time next week, with the launch of the HTC Velocity 4G smartphone.

Despite all the hype about online shopping taking money away from local businesses, a new study has found close to 70 percent of local small businesses aren’t losing any sleep over threats posed by the internet.

Two consecutive interest rate cuts have failed to boost post-Christmas consumer sentiment, a result economists have called “disappointing.” But slowing inflation means businesses may benefit from more rate cuts in the months to come.

He’s got the experience and the know-how, but his advice is off the mark. How to handle a mentor you don’t agree with.

The best companies are those that can bounce back from failure. Here’s what it takes to do it well.