Gates to end daily Microsoft role Bill Gates says he will end his day-to-day role as head of software giant Microsoft by 2008, to focus on his charity.
Bush warns against protectionism The US president warns against protectionism and says "tough decisions" must be made on trade talks.
Apple's iPod faces patent probe A technology company says the US authorities will look at whether Apple's iPod player infringes one of its patents.
Cup deters German shoppers The first week of the World Cup sees the number of German shoppers fall by nearly a fifth.
Petrol prices hit US production US industrial output falls unexpectedly in May, as rising petrol prices hit consumer demand for new cars.
Slovenia to get euro green light European Union leaders are expected to confirm Slovenia's adoption of the euro during a two-day summit in Brussels.
Bear Stearns sees 81% profit rise Strong trading in bonds helps US investment bank Bear Sterns report an 81% massive leap in earnings.
Warmer weather boosts UK retail Warmer weather boosts sales of clothing in May while electrical goods retailers get a pre-World Cup boost.
Eurozone inflation edges higher Expensive oil imports push up eurozone inflation, reinforcing the European Central Bank's move to raise interest rates.
