How to strengthen government machinery

Much-needed update of special adviser role must also improve support for opposition parties

World - Financial Times - 5 hours ago

New football regulator to be given power to tackle controversial 'parachute payments'

"Strengthened" legislation to establish an independent football regulator for the elite men's game in England is set to be introduced to parliament by the government.

Super Micro Computer to Strengthen Governance, Oversight Amid Filings Dispute

The server maker said it continues to work on matters related to its filings with the SEC, and now expects lower sales than it had previously guided for in its fiscal first quarter.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - November 5

How Musk’s Government Efficiency Panel May Look

Trump has tasked Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the effort to streamline the government.

Business - Inc. - 4 days ago

Rafael makes landfall in Cuba as a Category 3 hurricane

Rafael made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane Wednesday afternoon in western Cuba before weakening, the National Hurricane Center said.

'You’re fired': How Trump will declare war on the federal government if he wins

The former president plans to revive the spoils system by firing as many as 50,000 careerists and replacing them with loyalists.

Politics - The Hill - October 21

How Years of Government Failure Led to Nigeria’s Worst Flood in Decades

After a recent dam disaster, Nigerian officials blamed God, climate change and poor people. But experts had warned the dam was at risk well before it collapsed. The officials did nothing.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 27

How will Congress handle government funding? Johnson says it depends on Trump's 'preference'

Politics - Politico - 6 days ago

Rachel Reeves’ plans to reform Britain’s pensions industry

Proposals expected to lead to rapid consolidation of workplace retirement schemes and reallocation of assets

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

How Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency May Try to Slash Federal Spending

President-elect Donald J. Trump has tasked Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy with identifying ways to cut the budget. The hard part comes next.

Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago

How Elon Musk’s and Vivek Ramaswamy’s Government-Slashing Spree Could Backfire

If they’re not careful, they could make the government’s efficiency problems worse.

Top stories - The New York Times - 18 hours ago

Pakistan Lawmakers Change Constitution to Strengthen Influence

World - Yahoo News - October 21

Kristy strengthens into a hurricane in the eastern Pacific Ocean

World - Yahoo News - October 22

Kristy strengthens into a hurricane in the eastern Pacific Ocean

Forecasters say Kristy has strengthened into a hurricane in the eastern Pacific Ocean and is expected to remain away from land as the storm grows more powerful

World - ABC News - October 22

Large Senate GOP majority strengthens Trump's hand

Republicans have at least a 52-seat Senate majority and are looking to expand it to 54 seats, as GOP candidates are leading the vote counts in Pennsylvania and Nevada. Such a cushion would ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

Australia to ban under-16s from social media – but can’t say how TikTok, Instagram and others will enforce it

Meta says it will comply if required, but the technology is not ready to enforce proposed age limit across up to 40 apps. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

Rachel Reeves ‘not satisfied’ with summer slowdown as UK slips down G7 growth leaderboard – business live

Latest UK GDP growth report shows UK grew by just 0.1% in July-September, a slowdown on the first half of the year. Bank of England governor says Brexit has undermined UK economy Luke ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Military Gains Strengthen Netanyahu's Hand, but Israelis Remain Divided

A month of Israeli military successes, capped by the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, is boosting Benjamin Netanyahu’s popularity.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 22

Hurricane Kristy strengthens into a Category 2 storm in the Pacific Ocean

Forecasters say Hurricane Kristy has strengthened into a Category 2 storm in the Pacific Ocean and is expected to remain away from land as it quickly grows more powerful

World - ABC News - October 23

Q3 game M&A strengthens for 4th straight quarter | Drake Star

Gaming merger and acquisition (M&A) deal activity increased for the 4th straight quarter during the September period with $2.5B in disclosed deal value.

Tech - VentureBeat - October 24

Hurricane Kristy strengthens into a Category 5 storm in the Pacific Ocean

Hurricane Kristy has strengthened into a Category 5 storm

World - ABC News - October 24

Hurricane Kristy strengthens into a Category 5 storm in the Pacific Ocean, forecasters say

World - ABC News - October 24

Watch live: Biden seeks to strengthen relationship with tribal nations in Arizona visit

President Biden is in the battleground state of Arizona Friday, giving remarks from the Gila River Indian Community. During his visit, Biden is expected to issue an official apology for a U.S. ...

Politics - The Hill - October 25

A New Study Discovered 20 Ways to Strengthen Your Friendships

Surveys show Americans are losing touch with their friends. These research-backed interventions can help you strengthen your friendships.

Business - Inc. - November 6

Hurricane Rafael strengthens to Category 3 before landfall in Cuba

Hurricane Rafael strengthened to a major Category 3 hurricane as it nears the western coast of Cuba.

Hurricane Rafael plows across Cuba as a Category 3 storm after knocking out power on the island

Hurricane Rafael has pushed into the Gulf of Mexico after plowing across western Cuba as a Category 3 hurricane with winds so powerful it knocked out the entire country’s power grid

World - ABC News - November 6

Tropical Storm Sara near Mexico, could strengthen and slam U.S.

Tropical Storm Sara is sitting off the shore of Honduras and Mexico and could travel to the Gulf of Mexico and strengthen over warmer waters. CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch has the ...

A France-trained force aims to strengthen Ukraine's defenses at a critical point in war

A French military task force with the festive name “Champagne” is wrapping up a mission that’s no party

World - ABC News - 4 days ago

Freddie Steward’s selection can strengthen England in defence and in attack | Ugo Monye

Steve Borthwick’s team always kick a lot but they must use the ball well to have a chance against these brilliant South Africans. The kicking duel is going to be pivotal at Twickenham on Saturday. ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

Germany's Fractious Government Collapses

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz dismissed a pro-business party from his governing coalition, ending a three-year alliance marked by increasing internal dissent and political stasis.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 6

The British government’s Trump dilemmas

Relations with both the US and EU are now called into question

Business - Financial Times - November 11

Kristy strengthens into a hurricane in the eastern Pacific and is expected to stay away from land, forecasters say

World - ABC News - October 22

Hurricane Kristy strengthens into a Category 2 storm in the Pacific as it remains away from land, forecasters say

World - ABC News - October 23

Hurricane Kristy becomes a Category 3 storm away from land in the Pacific and will strengthen more, forecasters say

World - ABC News - October 23

Hurricane Kristy strengthens into a Category 4 storm as it continues to churn away from land, forecasters say

World - ABC News - October 23

Seven NFL trades we wish had happened at the deadline, including Super Bowl contenders strengthening defenses

It was a busy trade season, but it should have been even more chaotic

Sports - CBS Sports - November 6

Japan's defense chief steps aboard visiting South Korean warship as the two nations strengthen ties

Japan’s Defense Minister Gen Nakatani was welcomed aboard a South Korean warship during its port call near Tokyo on Wednesday, a first for a Japanese defense chief, as the two countries step up ...

World - ABC News - November 7

McIlroy tied for lead at World Tour Championship and strengthens Race to Dubai title bid

Rory McIlroy is already an overwhelming favorite to win the European tour’s season-long Race to Dubai title and he has just made his chances even better

Sports - ABC News - 4 days ago

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