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How does government borrowing work?
How does government borrowing work, and how and when is the money paid back?BBC News - Top stories -
U.S. to pay $138.7 million to Larry Nassar abuse victims for FBI inaction
The Justice Department announced a $138.7 million settlement with victims of former USA Gymnastics physician Larry Nassar. The civil settlement stems from allegations that the FBI failed to properly investigate sexual abuse claims against Nassar. ...CBS News - Top stories -
How G.M. Tricked Millions of Drivers Into Being Spied On (Including Me)
This privacy reporter and her husband bought a Chevrolet Bolt in December. Two risk-profiling companies had been getting detailed data about their driving ever since.The New York Times - Tech -
How G.M. Tricked Millions of Drivers Into Being Spied On (Including Me)
This privacy reporter and her husband bought a Chevrolet Bolt in December. Two risk-profiling companies had been getting detailed data about their driving ever since.The New York Times - Top stories -
The WSJ Dollar Index Falls 0.3% to 100.18
The WSJ Dollar Index was down 0.3% to 100.18 — down two of the past three trading days.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Dollar Expected to Remain Strong
The dollar was weaker against major currencies and the WSJ Dollar Index was slightly lower.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Booing your own anthem - Hong Kong and a dilemma
Beijing's increasing influence has led to speculation that Hong Kong's days of an independent football scene are numbered.BBC News - Top stories - Hong Kong -
Summer or autumn? Rishi Sunak’s election date dilemma
Prime minister and his advisers are trying to figure out when is the best time to hold a pollFinancial Times - Business -
How much would you save by using home equity to pay off $20,000 in credit card debt?
How much money can you save by paying off $20,000 in credit card debt with your home equity? Find out now.CBS News - Top stories -
Post Office scandal exposes ethical dilemmas of general counsel
The affair highlights the responsibilities of in-house lawyers when warned of improper practices in their organisationFinancial Times - World -
Investors raise bets on euro falling to parity with dollar
Eurozone borrowing costs seen as likely to fall first as strength of US economy lowers chance of imminent rate cutsFinancial Times - World -
Two stocks for a stronger dollar and Fed uncertainty
Investing in U.S. importers can help you benefit from a strong dollar without being too exposed to inflation spikes or interest rate surprises.MarketWatch - Business - Federal Reserve -
The WSJ Dollar Index Rises 0.01% to 100.51
The dollar finished generally flat on Monday as risk sentiment improved, with investors awaiting U.S. data later this week.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Biden Pulls Ahead in Small-Dollar Fundraising
The president says another Trump term poses a threat to democracy and freedoms. That message has helped Biden bring in more than $89 million from small-dollar donors for the 2024 election.The Wall Street Journal - World - Joe Biden -
Minister defends government's record on climate
Claire Coutinho says the government's track record is 'strong' after watchdog accuses PM of setting the UK back.BBC News - Top stories - Climate -
'Balance of Power' Review: Governed by Banks
Should central banks lend a hand with the management of climate change and aim to keep the welfare state fully financed?The Wall Street Journal - World -
Rishi Sunak goes on the defensive
And, Huw Edwards resigns from the BBC on medical adviceBBC News - Top stories -
I’ve $5.2 million in the stock market and I’m in my 40s. How much can I afford to spend so I can enjoy the rest of my life?
“I didn’t intend to retire under 50, but it sort of worked out.”MarketWatch - Business -
‘If we don’t shoot wolves, we will lose caribou’: the dilemma of saving endangered deer
Researchers in Canada studying interventions to stem decline of mountain caribou have found wolf culls most effective. Canada’s imperilled mountain caribou are staging an unlikely comeback, reversing years of decline that pushed populations to the ...The Guardian - World -
Harvie does not know if Greens will stay in government
Scottish Greens co-leader Patrick Harvie hopes party members will vote to maintain a power-sharing deal with the SNP.BBC News - Top stories -
Can We Trust Government After Covid Disinformation?
It mishandled questions on vaccines and the pandemic origins.The Wall Street Journal - World - Covid -
Some criticism of Rwanda bill patronising - minister
Rishi Sunak said there will be no more delays to his asylum plan and Parliament will sit and "vote until it's done".BBC News - Top stories -
UK borrowing casts doubt on pre-election tax cuts
Government borrowing for the year was £6.6bn higher than expected, according to new figures.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Conservatives are misguided in embracing big government industrial policy
Manufacturing matters. But industrial policy of the type pushed by Rubio has failed and will continue to fail.The Hill - Politics -
Asia’s central bankers struggle to contain strong US dollar
Shifting US interest rate expectations put pressure on Japan’s yen and China’s renminbiFinancial Times - World -
U.S. dollar — and its No. 1 status — could become a casualty of economic war
A less-respected U.S. dollar will have major implications for world trade and American consumers.MarketWatch - Business -
Why are celebrities destroying multimillion dollar mansions? | Arwa Mahdawi
From Kanye West to Chris Pratt, the celebrity approach to housing is more out of touch than ever. Looking for a bargain beach house? Then you’re in luck. Kanye West has just lowered the price on his minimalist mansion in Malibu, California, to a ...The Guardian - World -
Trump sounds alarm on strong dollar boomeranging over Asia
The power of the dollar over weaker Asian currencies is attracting attention as the prospect of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve recedes over the horizon. Former President Trump is the latest voice to weigh in on the economic consequences ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
5 simple ways to pay off debt in collections
Having your debt sent to collections is never a good thing, but there are some easy ways to tackle what you owe.CBS News - Top stories -
Family leaves several restaurants without paying
The owners of Bella Ciao said they ordered T-bone steaks and double pudding portions.BBC News - Top stories -
Gottheimer: Columbia ‘will pay the price’ if protests aren’t controlled
Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.) joined a group of Jewish Democrats in a visit to Columbia University on Monday as the school grapples with fiery pro-Palestinian protests on campus that have led to mounting criticism of the university’s leadership ...The Hill - Politics -
‘Pay Later’ Lenders Have an Issue With Credit Bureaus
Firms like Experian and TransUnion say it is time for “buy now, pay later” loans to appear on consumer credit reports. The lenders aren’t ready to sign on.The New York Times - Business -
‘Pay Later’ Lenders Have an Issue With Credit Bureaus
Firms like Experian and TransUnion say it is time for “buy now, pay later” loans to appear on consumer credit reports. The lenders aren’t ready to sign on.The New York Times - Top stories -
Russia to cash in as Sberbank pays $8bn in dividends
Record profits at lender will bolster state coffers to help fund war on UkraineFinancial Times - Business - Russia -
Russia to cash in as Sberbank pays $8bn in dividends
Record profits at lender will bolster state coffers to help fund war on UkraineFinancial Times - Business - Russia -
Justice Dept. to pay $138.7M to Nassar victims
The U.S. Justice Department announced a $138.7 million settlement with more than 100 people who accused the FBI of grossly mishandling allegations of sexual assault against Larry Nassar.ESPN - Sports -
Who Pays Corporate Taxes? Look in the Mirror
Costs are passed on to consumers. If you work for and invest in companies, you get hit three times.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Russia to cash in as Sberbank pays $8bn in dividends
Record profits at lender will bolster state coffers to help fund war on UkraineFinancial Times - World - Russia -
Councils selling the family silver to pay bills
Cash-strapped local authorities are selling off land, buildings and antiques to clear their debts.BBC News - Top stories -
Justice department to pay survivors of Nassar abuse $138m
The FBI's watchdog found it made errors when told of sexual abuse by US gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar.BBC News - Top stories