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UK minister’s links to ousted Bangladesh leader under scrutiny after corruption claims
Tulip Siddiq has cited the support of her aunt, Sheikh Hasina, and her Awami League partyFinancial Times - 3h -
Hidden ‘Junk’ Fees Must Be Disclosed, F.T.C. Rule Says
Hotels, short-term rentals and event ticket-sellers must advertise the full price of their offerings under the rule, which is supposed to go into effect in the coming year. Here’s what to know.The New York Times - 1d -
Reconsider investing in Europe with these 'very attractively priced' stocks, fund manager says
Europe has fallen out of favor, fund manager Sean Peche told CNBC — and investors have been distracted by Donald Trump's U.S. election win.CNBC - 1d -
UK’s FCA to simplify disclosure rules for investment products
Watchdog says it will scrap regime inherited from EU that can ‘confuse or overwhelm’ investorsFinancial Times - 2d -
UK military budget must rise by 56%, Ministry of Defence calculations say
Amount would far outstrip current 2.5% target and take annual spending above £90bnFinancial Times - 2d -
Rand Paul: Spending bill shows Johnson a 'weak, weak man'
Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) slammed House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) for the proposed spending bill, labeling him a “weak, weak man.” “I had hoped to see @SpeakerJohnson grow a spine, but this bill ...The Hill - 2d -
Chagos deal remains on track, says UK minister
The Conservatives say it compromises UK security, while Nigel Farage says it has caused "deep disquiet" in Donald Trump's team.BBC News - 3d -
Indonesia's protectionist policies aimed at attracting tech investment may backfire, economists warn
"I call it pseudo-protectionism," said Bhima Yudhistira, executive director of the Center of Economic and Law Studies.CNBC - 4d -
South Korea political turmoil presents investment opportunities, says U.S. investor
Arjun Jayaraman, portfolio manager at Causeway Capital Management, said the "value is certainly compelling" in South Korean markets.CNBC - 4d -
Our Martian heritage must be preserved, say leading scientists
Academics agree that by protecting robotic vehicles and landing sites we will help archaeologists of the future. Just as the outline of an iron-age hut or remains of a Roman sword cause excitement ...The Guardian - 4d -
UK Sport invests record £330m for 2028 LA Games
UK Sport says it will invest a record £330m in Britain's Olympic and Paralympic sports for the 2028 Games in Los Angeles.BBC News - 5d -
Civil servants must work differently, says new boss
The cabinet secretary backs Sir Keir Starmer's call for a "rewiring" of the way government operates.BBC News - 5d -
UK in diplomatic contact with Syrian rebels, says Lammy
The foreign secretary's remarks come as the government announced £50m of humanitarian aid for Syrians.BBC News - 5d -
UK minister defends talks with Beijing despite China spy claims
Home secretary says Britain will take robust approach to any challenge to national or economic securityFinancial Times - 5d -
Colombia seeks renegotiation of investment treaty with the UK
Trade minister says current deal favours companies over the stateFinancial Times - 6d -
EV charging operators warn shifting rule changes put UK investment at risk
Future spending would be jeopardised if growth outlook for battery-run vehicles were undermined, says industryFinancial Times - 6d -
Morgan Wallen must spend 7 days at DUI center after throwing chair from Nashville rooftop
Country music star Morgan Wallen was in court Thursday when he pleaded guilty to throwing a chair from a six-story rooftop bar in Nashville, Tennessee, this year.NBC News - Dec. 12 -
Israeli strikes on Lebanon must be ‘investigated as war crimes’, says Amnesty
Human rights group criticises attacks on civilians where no evidence was found of any potential military targetsFinancial Times - Dec. 12 -
Housing plans not war on rural England, says minister
Matthew Pennycook says development will be focused on areas where housing is least affordable.BBC News - Dec. 12 -
Questions must be answered over Sara murder, PM says
It follows calls to change the law so children like Sara Sharif, suspected to be victims of abuse, cannot be home-schooled.BBC News - Dec. 12 -
Only 16% of holiday shoppers plan to spend more this season because of inflation, CNBC survey shows
Participants in the CNBC All-America Economic Survey say that prices for holiday gifts are higher this year than last. That may be affecting spending patterns.CNBC - Dec. 12 -
City should be more supportive of UK defence sector, says minister
Business secretary Jonathan Reynolds says banks and investors should shrug off ethical concerns about industryFinancial Times - Dec. 12 -
UK ministers consider biggest ever renewable subsidy auction
Discussions come as government seeks to meet 2030 clean power targetFinancial Times - Dec. 12 -
Americans spend more time living with diseases than rest of world, study shows
American Medical Association finds people in US are sick for an average of 12.4 years, an increase from figure in 2000. Americans spend more time living with diseases than people from other ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
UK ministers reject union calls to lift public sector pay to pre-austerity levels
Downing Street says wages can rise above inflation only with productivity gains to matchFinancial Times - Dec. 11 -
Make these 3 big gold investing moves before 2025, experts say
If you want to invest in gold by year's end, here's how (and how not) to do it, according to experts.CBS News - Dec. 11 -
Review of £1.2tn in UK public spending will ‘be tight’, minister warns
Treasury chief secretary Darren Jones launches line-by-line assessment to find 5% savingsFinancial Times - Dec. 10 -
Pete Hegseth's nomination shows we must make whistleblowing easier
There is no greater expression of freedom of speech than our ability to speak out when we see wrongdoing.The Hill - Dec. 10 -
US investors have saved $250bn by investing in ETFs, says BofA
The savings compared with mutual funds was mainly due to tax advantages rather than exchange traded funds’ lower feesFinancial Times - Dec. 10 -
Ministers must reassure consumers feeding cattle Bovaer is safe, says Lady Sheehan
Government should point to evidence of FSA licensing of additive, says chair of environment and climate change committee. The government must urgently reassure consumers that feed additives given ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Assad and Syrian defense minister’s whereabouts unknown since last night, prime minister says
Assad and Syrian defense minister’s whereabouts unknown since last night, prime minister saysABC News - Dec. 8 -
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Is Fighting Populism From the Lonely Center Ground
One of the last centrist leaders left on the global stage, Prime Minister Keir Starmer this week outlined his plan to deliver change for people in the U.K. Will it be enough?The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Democrats must combat Trump's culture wars, new progressive chair says
The Democratic Party messed up in the 2024 election against Donald Trump and needs a dramatic shift, new Progressive Caucus Chair Greg Casar said.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
Black Friday showed consumers are still eager to spend — at the right price
Retailers again saw sales hit new heights from Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday, even as shoppers remain cautious about where and when to spend this holiday season.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
Madueke 'must work more', says Maresca
Enzo Maresca says winger Noni Madueke "must work more" to secure a place in the Chelsea side, despite scoring in the 5-1 win at Southampton.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
LPGA says its players must be female at birth or transition before puberty
New policy will come into effect from 2025 USGA also introduces new policy on gender Players must be assigned female at birth or have transitioned to female before going through male puberty to ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Lloyds boss warns of UK ‘investability problem’ after motor finance ruling
Sector left reeling after court backs consumer complaints about ‘secret commissions’ on car loansFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Trump picks investment banker Warren Stephens as UK ambassador
The billionaire donated millions to President-elect Donald Trump’s re-election campaign this year.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Teacher's pay rise simply impossible, says minister
Paul Givan tells assembly members that the teaching unions have asked for a 13.5% rise in 2024-25.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Trump taps investment banker Warren Stephens for UK ambassador
President-elect Trump announced on Monday that investment banker Warren Stephens would serve as U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom. “Warren has always dreamed of serving the United States full ...The Hill - Dec. 2