German parliament set to impose tougher fines on unruly politicians
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The New York Times - World
First Black African-Born Member of German Parliament Won’t Seek Re-election
Karamba Diaby, whose 2013 victory was considered a win for equality, said he wanted more time with his family. But he has also spoken of the death threats he has received. -
Financial Times - World
German-Italian tank tie-up sets sights on global markets
Rheinmetall and Leonardo bosses see joint venture paving way for consolidation amid slow progress elsewhere -
Inc. - Business
EU to Impose Tariffs on Chinese EV Imports
The duties are provisional and won't need to be paid until they're confirmed by an EU government vote by November.European Union -
The Hill - Politics
Trump a 'wild card' on China as allies push for tougher policy
Former President Trump and his top foreign policy advisers are putting Chinese President Xi Jinping on notice, threatening to enact a more aggressive U.S. policy toward China as Trump looks increasingly likely to return to the White House. ...Donald Trump -
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Financial Times - Business
Ask Shrimsley: is wild hair the sign of a bad politician?
The new right populists are opting for less challenging styles than Trump and Johnson -
BBC News - Top stories
New NI secretary says Casement Park 'will be built'
Hilary Benn has met NI politicians at Hillsborough Castle and traders at St George's Market, Belfast. -
ESPN - Sports
Southgate defends Bellingham, accepts fine
England midfielder Jude Bellingham has been fined by UEFA for "breaching the basic rules of decent conduct" by motioning to grab his crotch in front of the Slovakia bench during England's Euro 2024 round-of-16 win on Sunday. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Politicians Usually Moderate When in Power. Britain's Starmer Could Be Different.
Despite a plain-vanilla campaign, the U.K. Labour Party leader may have no choice but to swerve to the left once in office. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
German Industry Continues to Struggle
German industrial production slumped in May as car manufacturing tailed off, after an uptick in the sector at the start of this year faded away.Germany -
ESPN - Sports
Costly smooch: TdF cyclist fined for in-race kiss
French rider Julien Bernard was fined 200 Swiss francs ($223) by the International Cycling Union after he stopped to kiss his wife during the time-trial seventh stage of the Tour de France. -
CBS News - Top stories
GM fined nearly $146 million for excess vehicle emissions
General Motors will also retire millions of credits it received for complying with federal regulations. -
The Guardian - World
Costa del Sol council denies plan to fine people peeing in the sea
Beachgoers express amusement and doubt at Marbella’s attempts to clean up its coastline. Marbella city council has denied suggestions that anyone caught relieving themselves in the warm waters off one of the Costa del Sol’s best-known destinations ... -
Inc. - Business
Seattle Plastic Surgery Provider Fined $5 Million for Threats and Fake Reviews
The complaint said the clinic violated state and federal consumer protection laws by posting fictional positive reviews and forcing patients to sign NDAs to stop them from sharing negative comments. -
CNBC - Business
Microsoft's Surface Pro is fine, but it isn't the AI device to change personal computing
Microsoft's latest Surface Pro containing a Qualcomm chip delivers over eight hours of battery life, and it works with many programs. -
The Hill - Politics
Biden says he was seen by doctor after debate and is fine
President Biden told Democratic governors that he saw a doctor after his shaky debate performance last week and was given a clean bill of health. The comments, first reported by Politico, apparently contradict White House press secretary Karine ...Joe Biden -
The Guardian - World
Jude Bellingham fined €30,000 and given suspended one-game ban for gesture
Midfielder kissed hand before crotch-grabbing gestureTurkey’s Demiral gets two-game ban for ‘wolf’ saluteJude Bellingham is clear to face Switzerland on Saturday after being fined €30,000 (£25,400) and given a suspended one-match ban by Uefa for ... -
Inc. - Business
Feds Fine GM $146 Million Over Emissions Standards
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administrationsaid Chevy Tahoe, Cadillac Escalade and Chevy Silverado models made between 2012 and 2018 burned more gas and spewed more carbon dioxide than the automaker claimed. -
BBC News - Top stories
Cyclist fined for kissing wife during Tour de France
Cycling's governing body says the fine is for "unseemly or inappropriate behaviour". -
The Guardian - World
The Observer view on the new Labour government: a fine start but still a mountain to climb
The prime minister has reminded the country that politics can be a force for good and change people’s lives. It could not come soon enough. After 14 years, Britain at last has a government motivated by re-energising a sluggish economy rather than ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
German Factory Orders Unexpectedly Fall Again
Manufacturing orders were 1.6% lower in May than the prior month, indicating that the key sector for Germany’s export economy continues to struggle.Germany -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Euro Corporate Bond Supply Expected to Decline in Second Half of 2024
Rising geopolitical concerns and the upcoming U.S. elections are likely to limit issuance of euro-denominated corporate bonds in the second half, ING said. -
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Financial Times - World
Farage’s Reform wins 5 seats as it eats into Tory vote
Rightwing party in jubilant mood after leader becomes MP for first time -
The New York Times - World
Rishi Sunak Hangs On to His Seat in Parliament
The prime minister will remain a lawmaker after a close race in his North Yorkshire constituency. -
CNBC - Business
What a hung parliament in France could mean for markets
Initial indications on Sunday evening for the French parliamentary run-off vote threw up some big surprises. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The EU confirmed plans to impose additional tariffs on electric cars made in China, dashing hopes of a solution sought by several carmakers whose executives fear reprisal from an escalating trade war.
The EU confirmed plans to impose additional tariffs on electric cars made in China, dashing hopes of a solution sought by several carmakers whose executives fear reprisal from an escalating trade war. -
CNBC - Business
CEO of CVS shares her simple trick to tell whether you're oversharing at work: 'There's a fine line'
Oversharing at work can come from the best of intentions, and lead to embarrassing consequences. CVS CEO Karen Lynch has a tip for striking the right balance. -
The Guardian - World
Euro 2024: Bellingham fined for gesture and given suspended one-game ban – live
Quarter-final buildup and latest Euros newsAnd you can get in touch with Dominic on emailIt’s quite scary to me that every Germany game now could be Toni Kroos’s final ever professional match. What a player he’s been – and still is. Talk about ... -
MarketWatch - Business
EU could fine X for hosting ‘illegal’ content in aftermath of Hamas October 7 attacks: report
The European Commission is set to serve X, formerly Twitter, with a formal warning for allegedly breaching the EU’s new Digital Services ActEuropean Union -
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The Guardian - World
‘It needs to stay in the loop’: German reuse schemes turn shopping upside down
After success of bottle deposit schemes, some retailers are trying to widen culture of reuse – and start tackling Europe’s waste problem. René Heiden pulls two glass yoghurt jars off the shop shelf, and lists the nearby supermarkets in which they ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Barclays Sells German Consumer Finance Business to Austria's Bawag
Barclays said its Hamburg-based Consumer Bank Europe—which offers diversified retail banking services to the German and Austrian markets—will be bought for a small premium to net assets.Germany -
ABC News - World
German city renames itself after Taylor Swift — at least for a few weeks
The Swifties are about to take over the German city formerly known as Gelsenkirchen, where American superstar Taylor Swift is set to give three Eras Tour concerts later this monthGermany -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Barclays Sells German Consumer Finance Business to Austria's Bawag
Barclays said its Hamburg-based Consumer Bank Europe—which offers diversified retail banking services to the German and Austrian markets—will be bought for a small premium to net assets.Germany -
ABC News - World
German government averts crisis with budget agreement for Europe’s largest economy
The German government has announced an agreement on its budget for 2025 and a stimulus package for Europe’s largest economy, easing a monthslong squabble that threatened to upend Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s center-left coalitionGermany -