Can Farage turn Reform into a serious contender for government?

Farage may disrupt the story of UK elections, but not its usual ending

Labour polls poorly now because it is taking unpopular decisions, but history points to a second term in power

Financial Times - 4h

Nigel Farage, Reform and the Future of British Politics

Could Reform UK really win the next election?

BBC News - 9h

'He can do everything': How Mikhail Sergachev has made Utah a serious playoff contender

The draft-weekend trade showed Utah is ready to make a playoff push, and has a bona fide No. 1 defenseman.

ESPN - 2h

Germany's Steinmeier praises Nigerian economic reforms in Abuja talks

Yahoo News - 20h

Yankees have serious interest in trading for Kyle Tucker: report

After losing Juan Soto to the Mets, the Yankees are "among the teams most seriously pursuing" a trade for Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker, reports Joel Sherman of The New York Post.

Yahoo Sports - 22h

Japan’s labour reforms challenge packaging logistics

Yahoo News - 1d

Farage recruits tycoon Nick Candy as Reform UK treasurer

Billionaire former Tory donor is aiming to raise big money to help put Nigel Farage in No 10.

BBC News - 1d

Prem referee Coote sacked after 'serious breach'

Premier League referee David Coote has been sacked, PGMOL announced on Monday, citing a "serious breach" of his contract.

ESPN - 1d

UK politics live: Kemi Badenoch criticised by Nigerian vice president for ‘denigrating’ his country

Kashim Shettima said Nigerians are proud of Badenoch’s achievements, despite her denigrating the country where she was brought up. Rachel Reeves has rejected Lib Dem criticism (see 10.33am ) ...

The Guardian - 1d

Good luck reforming the Department of Defense

Reforming and transforming the Department of Defense are aspirations, not actions.

The Hill - 1d

Property magnate Nick Candy joins Reform UK in latest Tory defection

Former Conservative donor promises to raise ‘tens of millions’ as he takes on role of party treasurer

Financial Times - 1d

Civil service reform must tackle pay and promotion

Frozen public sector wages and tax thresholds create unhelpful incentives, leading to recruitment woes on Whitehall

Financial Times - 3d

Sports Personality contender Littler's year in photos

BBC Sport takes a look back at Sports Personality of the Year nominee Luke Littler's year in five photos.

BBC News - 3d

Sports Personality contender Hodgkinson's year in photos

BBC Sport takes a look back at Sports Personality of the Year nominee Keely Hodgkinson's year in five photos.

BBC News - 3d

Sports Personality contender Bellingham's year in photos

BBC Sport takes a look back at Sports Personality of the Year nominee Jude Bellingham's year in five photos.

BBC News - 3d

Planning reforms will end development chaos, says Rayner

Officials will be able to rubberstamp development plans without local authority permission under the changes.

BBC News - 4d

Pope creates 21 cardinals to carry out his reform plans

Pope Francis has installed 21 new cardinals, many of whom are key figures in his reform agenda

ABC News - 4d

West Ham’s Michail Antonio in stable condition after serious car crash

Premier League club issue update to confirm player conscious after road traffic accident in Essex. West Ham United have asked for privacy for Michail Antonio and his family after confirming that ...

The Guardian - 4d

Trump’s Social Security pick is a CEO with no government experience. Can he guide a troubled program 67 million Americans rely on?

Experts wonder if Fiserv CEO Frank Bisignano’s business background will help — or hurt — Social Security.

MarketWatch - 4d

A Wrong Turn in Mississippi

The winding road of tracking down a family tree.

The New York Times - 5d

Scotland’s ‘sport of kings’ hit by extreme weather and land reform

Grouse shooting industry says it sustains rural life but opponents argue it is time for transition

Financial Times - 5d

Money, lawyers or boosting Farage on X: how Elon Musk could affect UK politics

The billionaire, having helped Trump regain the White House, is reportedly turning his interest to Britain. Elon Musk appears to have many obsessions. The world’s richest man is evangelical about ...

The Guardian - 5d

Baby's inquest finds serious hospital failures after family's £250k battle

The second inquest into Hayden Nguyen's death found he would likely have survived if given the care and support he needed in hospital.

BBC News - 5d

Nigel Farage’s biggest backer tried to send donation via associate

Christopher Harborne wanted to avoid perception that party only had one big supporter, according to messages

Financial Times - 5d

The week: Labour milestones, McSweeney and Reform

Adam and Chris look back at the political week with Tim Shipman.

BBC News - 6d

Are the Lakers still a championship contender? All signs point to no

There was hope when the Los Angeles Lakers hired a new coach — former sharpshooter J.J.

NBC News - 6d

Can Keir Starmer’s six targets turn the tide? What the PM said – and what it all means

They might have sounded a tad familiar, but the prime minister is hoping these pledges will win back trust. Sir Keir Starmer’s speech on Thursday mentioned the word “milestone” eight times and ...

The Guardian - 6d

Trump’s populist 'mandate' could disrupt business tax reform wish list

Congress, and the GOP, has changed since then-President Trump and Republicans crafted the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. And while Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and GOP leadership are gunning to get a ...

The Hill - Dec. 5

Lee Child and Malorie Blackman urge English literature syllabus reform

More than 180 authors and publishers warn that writers of colours are under-represented in school curriculum

Financial Times - Dec. 5

Star search: Finding the next Democratic presidential contender

Since 1980, charismatic, larger-than-life figures have dominated the presidential stage.

The Hill - Dec. 4

Wales the happy hunting ground for Reform

Labour is still likely to hold on to power in the Senedd

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Georgians risk serious injury and jail in fresh pro-EU protests

More than 300 people have been arrested and police are accused of using unnecessary force on the streets.

BBC News - Dec. 4

A turning point for the dollar is coming

The short- and long-term prospects of the currency are at odds

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Fire: 2 hospitalized, 1 with serious injuries after crash in Avondale

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Massive Elon Musk donation news to me, says Farage

Claims the X mogul is planning to donate $100m to Reform UK are dismissed by party leader Nigel Farage.

BBC News - Dec. 3

Scottish NHS reform 'urgently needed' - watchdog

Audit Scotland says decisions may needed about whether some services can be provided by the NHS.

BBC News - Dec. 3

Investors call for reform of Scotland’s ‘stamp duty’ to boost investment

Asset managers call for removal of ‘disincentive’ to property spending north of the border

Financial Times - Dec. 3

As temperatures turn frigid, Minnesotans turn to saunas for warmth and community

As temperatures drop into the teens, Minnesotans have embraced sauna culture for warmth and community

ABC News - Dec. 2

Can Farage turn Reform into a serious contender for government?

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