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German parliament in race against time to sign off on new defence fund
Friedrich Merz, expected to be next chancellor, has spoken of urgent need for ramped-up defence, but ‘blocking minority’ could form in future Bundestag. Germany’s outgoing parliament could be asked ...The Guardian - Feb. 25 -
James Landale: Will Starmer's defence hike win over Trump?
The prime minister has set out plans to increase defence spending to 2.5% of national income by 2027.BBC News - Feb. 25 -
The papers: UK ramps up defence budget and Europe's 'fight for peace'
The government's increase in defence spending and developments between Ukraine and the US dominate Wednesday's papers.BBC News - Feb. 25 -
Can Europe still count on the US coming to its defence?
Trump has engaged Putin and hinted the US may not defend European allies, causing alarm about Nato's future.BBC News - Feb. 26 -
China’s defence ministry warns Taiwan ‘we will get you, sooner or later’
Threat after Taipei announces bigger military drills appears to mirror a line from children’s film Ne Zha 2. China’s defence ministry spokesperson has warned Taiwan “we will come and get you, ...The Guardian - 6d -
Ex-US defence chiefs urge congressional hearings on Trump’s military firings
Trump’s first defence secretary James Mattis among five to express alarm at ‘reckless’ dismissals of top military figures. US politics live – latest updates Five former US defence secretaries ...The Guardian - 5d -
If the best defence against AI is more AI, this could be tech’s Oppenheimer moment
An unsettling new book advocates a closer relationship between Silicon Valley and the US government to harness artificial intelligence in the name of national security. Oscar Wilde’s quip, “Life ...The Guardian - 4d -
Europe juggles protecting Ukraine with rebuilding its own defences
Also in this newsletter: the free market case for more green subsidiesFinancial Times - 3d -
European defence shares jump as blistering rally gathers pace
Euro surges after pressure builds on continent’s governments to boost military spendingFinancial Times - 2d -
EU to propose new common fundraising to fuel defence splurge
Also in this newsletter: Ireland moves to relax its rules for deploying peacekeepersFinancial Times - 2d -
Fears Ukraine defences will last only months without US
One Ukrainian soldier said the impact of the US aid pause would be "measured in lives"BBC News - 1d -
UK defence secretary to discuss ‘parameters’ of Ukraine peace plan in US talks
John Healey flies to Washington to persuade American counterpart to offer military ‘backstop’ for European forceFinancial Times - 21h -
Class UK defence investments as ethical, Labour MPs urge banks
Letter to lenders and fund managers seeks to sweep away elements of ESG rules that hamper arms companiesFinancial Times - 8h -
Can Europe’s defence groups step up if Trump pulls back?
Region’s arms companies have been soaring but the US president’s approach could turbocharge their ascentFinancial Times - 8h -
Why Germany’s defence splurge pushes EU allies to follow suit
Also in this newsletter: cranking up the pressure on low-cost parcelsFinancial Times - 7h -
EU leaders in emergency meeting on region’s defence and Ukraine crisis
Europe’s backing for Kyiv faces resistance from Orbán as Trump turns US-European relations on their headFinancial Times - 2h -
Leonardo chief says Trump has given Europe ‘unprecedented’ urgency on defence
Italian group signs new joint venture with Turkish drone manufacturer BaykarFinancial Times - 1h -
China government spending on citizens lags economic peers
Relatively low expenditure that directly supports individual consumption could undermine growth effortsFinancial Times - Feb. 23 -
English councils’ spending on emergency housing surges
Near-80% jump in expenditure to £732mn reflects increasingly acute homelessness crisis, says charityFinancial Times - Feb. 25 -
Elon Musk's approach to government spending sparks debate
As head of the Department of Government Efficiency, Elon Musk has taken an aggressive approach to budget cuts. Economist Oren Cass weighs in on whether this strategy is reform or reckless ...CBS News - Feb. 25 -
Judge indefinitely pauses Trump spending freeze
Click for more from The Hill. {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Judge indefinitely pauses Trump spending freeze A federal judge on Tuesday indefinitely blocked the ...The Hill - Feb. 25 -
The US risks a heavy price for cutbacks in research spending
Science funding cuts may hit long-term growth and reduce US appeal to foreign investors and talentFinancial Times - Feb. 26 -
Where NATO members rank on defense spending
President Trump has called on NATO allies to increase their defense spending to 5 percent, with only three countries currently meeting the 2 percent threshold, while NATO Secretary General Mark ...The Hill - Feb. 26 -
UK government insists consultancy spending cuts ‘on track’
Big firms won £1.5bn of UK government work in 2024, an increase on the previous two yearsFinancial Times - Feb. 27 -
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Chancellor set to cut welfare spending by billions
Cuts to areas including welfare will be put to the official forecaster ahead of the Spring Statement.BBC News - 1d -
Mets extend streak as top-spending MLB team
The Mets led the major leagues in spending for the third straight season in 2024 as total MLB spending, based on regular payrolls, rose 1.8% to $5.158 billion.ESPN - 21h -
Why is YouTube boosting anti-US, pro-Chinese communist propaganda?
YouTube appears to be actively promoting pro-Chinese government and anti-American content while suppressing voices critical of China's communist regime.The Hill - Feb. 21 -
Singapore regulator to inject $4bn into stock market to boost listings
Authorities also announce tax incentives as part of package designed to revive struggling equity marketFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
'Severance' memes are everywhere as show boosts Apple TV+ viewership
"Severance", which launched in 2022 and returned for season two in January, has become Apple TV+'s biggest hit, surpassing the popular comedy "Ted Lasso".NBC News - Feb. 21 -
China taps tech talent to boost AI data centre boom
Beijing is pooling resources from the private and state sectors to accelerate adoption of the fast-developing technologyFinancial Times - Feb. 22 -
How to close loopholes on Chinese e-commerce and boost US retailers
A well-calibrated approach — one that prevents Shein and Temu from exploiting loopholes while incentivizing compliance and supporting vetted sellers on U.S. platforms — would best serve the United ...The Hill - Feb. 22 -
Stock splits tend to boost a company’s shares. Here’s how to find candidates.
Stock splits make companies more attractive investments and boost share prices. Here’s how to find likely candidates.MarketWatch - Feb. 22 -
The Fed’s job is not to boost the stock market. Here’s what it should be doing.
Getting inflation down to 2% should be the Fed’s No. 1 concern.MarketWatch - Feb. 22 -
Substack boosts video capabilities amid potential TikTok ban
As TikTok's future in the U.S. remains in limbo, San Francisco startup Substack is going after video creators in a move to expand its platform.CNBC - Feb. 23 -
UK ministers head to India in search of trade deal they hope will boost economy
Business secretary says negotiations – now in their 15th round – are a ‘top priority’ for Labour government. Ministers are relaunching negotiations with India this week in an attempt to clinch a ...The Guardian - Feb. 23 -
UK and India relaunch trade talks in bid to boost investment opportunities
British government has pinpointed world’s most populous country as key export market for its businessesFinancial Times - Feb. 23 -
North Koreans on Chinese Tuna Boats Boost Revenue for Kim Jong-un
Thousands of miles from home, North Koreans work on Chinese tuna longliners in the Indian Ocean for pay that goes to their leader, a new study says.The New York Times - Feb. 24 -
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Berkshire Posts Gain in Profits, Boosted by U.S. Treasury Holdings
Warren Buffett’s conglomerate held $334 billion in cash at the end of 2024, helping to stabilize earnings in the face of declines at more than half of the nearly 200 businesses it operates.The New York Times - Feb. 24
