Banks slash loans to UK North Sea oil groups as windfall tax hits industry
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On Ukraine's Snake Island, the Heart of the Battle for the Black Sea
The Wall Street Journal was granted rare access to the island, which has been at the center of Ukraine’s efforts to challenge Russian power in the area.4 hours ago - Ukraine -
Financial Times - World
Banks slash loans to UK North Sea oil groups as windfall tax hits industry
Sector at standstill as levy on profits and plans to close tax loopholes creates uncertainty4 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - World
HSBC hit by sixfold surge in Hong Kong property loan defaults
UK-based bank has more than $3bn in exposure to defaulted commercial real estate loans in the territory4 hours ago - Hong Kong -
Financial Times - World
UK non-doms size up European tax breaks in hunt for fiscal advantage
From Portugal to Greece and Monaco to Switzerland, advisers are inundated with residency inquiries from wealthy people4 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - Business
HSBC hit by sixfold surge in Hong Kong property loan defaults
UK-based bank has more than $3bn in exposure to defaulted commercial real estate loans in the territory4 hours ago - Hong Kong -
CBS Sports - Sports
North Carolina hits historic low of Mack Brown era after surrendering 70 points to James Madison
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Women Entrepreneurs Are Hitting a Funding Wall
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How NATO members are preparing for potential Baltic Sea battles
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The New York Times - World
Canadian Doctors Group Apologizes for Health Harms to Indigenous People
Indigenous patients faced abuse, experimental treatments and other harms in Canada’s health system, which still has disparities.22 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Economist Group cancer conference cancelled due to links to tobacco firms
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Financial Times - World
Private equity’s tax tussle needs pragmatism, not intellectual purity
The key question is at what level carry should be taxed and what conditions are required to earn that benefitYesterday -
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UK to resurrect ‘industrial strategy’ in bid for global funds, says Reynolds
Business secretary is ‘sick’ of France and Spain attracting investment that could come to BritainYesterday - United Kingdom -
The New York Times - Business
Critics Fear Tax Subsidies for Carbon Capture Won’t Be Checked
Some activists are questioning whether the federal government can accurately verify a tax program for facilities that store planet-warming gases.Yesterday -
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Tab for Trump's tax proposals is adding up. Can the U.S. afford them?
Former President Donald Trump has unveiled a flurry of proposed tax cuts aimed at seniors, homeowners, tipped workers and more.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
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Waffle House cheats workers on pay, labor group says
Waffle House accused of using tip credit to avoid federal minimum wage, allegedly paying workers $3 an hour to cook and clean.Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Oil prices log weekly gains after Fed rate cut, rising Middle East tensions
Oil futures booked solid weekly gains, boosted by the Federal Reserve’s large interest-rate cut and a renewed rise in tensions in the Middle East.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
Politico - Politics
Elon Musk steps up political giving with six-figure donation to House Republicans
The August contribution is more than Musk has previously given to a party committee.Yesterday - Elon Musk -
Financial Times - Business
Did central banks get the inflation crisis right?
Policymakers are lowering rates and signalling new confidence that a ‘soft landing’ is possible. But few are ready to declare victoryYesterday -
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Can debt relief help with your tax debt?
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Trump Media & Technology Group’s stock hits low as insider stock-sale ban lifts
Trump Media & Technology Group Corp.’s stock dropped to its lowest level since it went public in March Friday, as a ban on stock sales lifted.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
Middle East crisis live: top Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli airstrikes on Beirut as 12 dead
IDF confirms it has killed Ibrahim Aqil – wanted by US for alleged role in 1983 US embassy bombings – in southern Beirut; 12 killed and more than 60 injured. A pro-Palestinian protester wearing ...Yesterday - Israel -
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Guardiola backs Rodri and players for industrial action over amount of games
Footballers concerned by increase in number of matches Guardiola: ‘Only the players have the power to do it’ Pep Guardiola has thrown support behind Rodri after the Manchester City midfielder ...Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
Civil Rights Groups Push Back on Anti-DEI Efforts
A collective of 19 organizations reminded top U.S. companies to maintain DEI programs is not only ethically right, but also beneficial to their businesses.Yesterday -
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E.U. Will Offer $39 Billion Loan for Ukraine Without U.S. Help
Plans for a larger sum collapsed when Hungary blocked changes requested by Washington as the price for a joint initiative.Yesterday - Ukraine -
The Guardian - World
‘When I see season one I think: who is that child?’ – Industry star Myha’la on making TV’s biggest sleeper hit
She’s kissed her impostor syndrome goodbye, and become the breakout talent of Industry – a drama so great that the Game of Thrones cast is queuing up to appear in it. She talks about fear, feminism ...Yesterday -
Financial Times - World
Fee rule changes to boost UK investment trusts
Exemption from cost disclosures to make the products more attractive to both institutions and customersYesterday - United Kingdom -
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Financial Times - World
Von der Leyen announces €35bn EU loan to Ukraine
European Commission president says Kyiv can use money to fund its military in defence against Russian aggressionYesterday - Ukraine -
Financial Times - World
Should you always ‘fill to the max’ on tax-free allowances?
Investors are rushing to use their allotments for Isa and pensions accounts in anticipation of Labour’s first BudgetYesterday -
The New York Times - World
A North Korean Trash Balloon Hits a Seoul Government Compound, Again
Debris was found more than a day after the North’s latest balloon launch. South Korea says it’s essentially impossible to track every balloon.Yesterday - North Korea -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Wall Street titan John Paulson defends Trump’s tariff talk
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MarketWatch - Business
Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn and boyfriend Diego Osorio slash the price of their $4.5 million Miami Beach home
The couple is offering a big discount on the 3,016-square-foot Florida dwelling after first listing it a year ago.Yesterday -
Financial Times - World
UK government borrows more than expected in August
Net debt hits 100% of GDP in blow to chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of Budget2 days ago - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - World
Is it time to invest in the UK’s green transition again?
Labour’s ambitious environmental agenda has lifted the outlook for clean energy groups and investment vehicles2 days ago -