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Ukraine must be at heart of talks, says Healey

The UK's defence secretary says there can be no negotiation on Ukraine without Ukraine.

BBC News - 18m

How Europe responded to Trump’s talks with Putin

EU capitals expressed shock and alarm at Ukraine appearing to be cut out of talks to end war

Financial Times - 1h

It's official: Honda-Nissan merger talks are off

Japanese auto giants Honda and Nissan confirmed they've scrapped merger talks announced in December, ending a potential combination that would have created the world's third-largest automaker.

CBS News - 2h

The Marketing Genius of Bad Bunny

He generated hundreds of millions for Puerto Rico in just 24 hours.

Inc. - 13h

Stock Market Falls After Inflation Report

Investors are now betting that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates just once more this year, a drastic shift in expectations since late 2024.

The New York Times - 14h

Trump calls Putin AND Zelensky to begin talks

The US president says negotiations to begin 'immediately'

BBC News - 16h

When Will China’s Leader Talk to Trump?

Xi Jinping seems to be in no rush to engage with President Trump, who has sent mixed signals about when a call might happen (or whether it already has).

The New York Times - 1d

Nissan and Honda end $60bn merger talks

Both Japanese carmakers say they will continue to cooperate on electric vehicle technology. Japan’s Nissan and Honda have said that their boards have voted to end talks over a merger that would ...

The Guardian - 3h

The Papers: Putin 'peace talks' and a 'game of no halves'

Thursday's front pages are dominated by a phone call between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.

BBC News - 5h

Trump excludes Europe from Ukraine peace talks

EU officials have struggled to secure meetings with their US counterparts

Financial Times - 6h

Vinícius Jr. talks on-field conduct: I'm no saint

Vinícius Júnior has admitted that he's "no saint" when it comes to his on-field behaviour, but accused referees of failing to protect him when he's targeted by Real Madrid's opponents.

ESPN - 15h

Trade, tariffs and visas to dominate Trump-Modi talks

The leaders share a warm relationship, but both will have their own wish list when they meet this week.

BBC News - 1d

KD shrugs off trade talk: 'Part of the business'

Kevin Durant addressed the widespread speculation that the Suns attempted to trade him at the deadline last week, saying "it's just part of the business."

ESPN - 2d

India’s stock market has an influencer problem

Also in this newsletter: Private capital in space programme and P Venkatesalu’s mantra

Financial Times - 2d

'I'm only asking for basic respect' says trans doctor in NHS changing room row

A tribunal hears Dr Beth Upton denied being a man multiple times in a row over who can use women's changing rooms.

BBC News - 2d

Merck In Talks to Buy Cancer Drugmaker Springworks

After a slow 2024, dealmaking in the U.S. healthcare sector is picking up.

Inc. - 2d

Seven players to watch on NBA buyout market

There are some buyout candidates who could provide depth, including Daniel Theis and Jaden Springer.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

NHL Rumor Roundup: The Blues Could Become Major Sellers At The Trade Deadline

The St. Louis Blues surfaced in trade speculation and rumors near the end of last week. At risk of missing the playoffs again, will they be sellers and trade their captain?

Yahoo Sports - 2d

AI can help fix potholes, but we need to get basics right first

Successful innovation abounds but a centralised approach to roll out tech across local government is required

Financial Times - 3d

Talking points from Six Nations round two

England "find a way" to beat France and Ireland keep their Grand Slam hopes alive - the talking points from round two of the Six Nations.

BBC News - 3d

UK recruiters say toughest conditions in jobs market since Covid

KPMG/REC report points to impact of tax-raising measures in October Budget on employer confidence

Financial Times - 3d

Israeli delegation in Qatar for Gaza ceasefire talks

An Israel delegation arrived in Qatar on Sunday for more Gaza truce talks, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s spokesperson said, as its military withdrew from an important crossing point in the ...

NBC News - 3d

Here are the 3 things we're watching in the stock market this week

Rekindled inflation concerns and President Donald Trump threatening reciprocal tariffs Friday slammed Wall Street.

CNBC - 3d

The Friendship Bench: Bringing talk therapy into underserved communities

A program begun in Zimbabwe in which grandmothers and older listeners serve as "first responders" for those seeking mental health assistance in underserved communities has now expanded to nine ...

CBS News - 3d

Tory shadow minister downplays talk of Reform pact

Alex Burghart says the Tories are "not going to do a deal with a party who wants to kill us".

BBC News - 3d

Super Bowl 2025: Basic NFL rules explainer for Taylor Swift fans learning football, rooting for Travis Kelce

Here's how to tune in and follow the action

CBS Sports - 3d

These 2 seasonal stock-market patterns could give your portfolio a boost

Investors take notice of the presidential cycle and years ending in ‘5.’

MarketWatch - 4d

Giants 2025 NFL Mock Draft Roundup: Will Big Blue take QB at No. 3 or address other needs?

After a disastrous 3-14 season in 2024, the New York Giants have the 2025 NFL Draft's third overall pick. Here's what the experts have them doing.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Germany's free-market FDP to rule out another coalition with Greens

Yahoo News - 4d

Jets 2025 NFL Mock Draft Roundup: Experts torn on what New York will do at No. 7

After a disappointing 5-12 season in 2024, the New York Jets have the 2025 NFL Draft's seventh overall pick. Here's what the experts have them doing.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Trump says he is cutting off Biden's access to intelligence material

Former presidents are traditionally allowed to receive intelligence briefings if they are being consulted about events that occurred while they were in office.

NBC News - 5d

After DeepSeek Upended the Market, Is It Worth Investing in A.I.?

After the arrival of a less costly A.I. model from China, U.S. markets and academics are wrestling with the ultimate economic value of the technology.

The New York Times - 5d