Leaders from Europe, Canada meet in London to discuss Ukraine

Babymonster discusses debut world tour, working with G-Dragon and the success of album 'Drip'

The superstar K-pop group makes its L.A. debut on its world tour Sunday night at Kia Forum.

Los Angeles Times - 1d

The dos and don'ts for meetings with Trump

The US president is set to meet UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer - did the French leader show the way?

BBC News - 5d

Musk to meet with House Republicans

Politico - 4d

Can Europe afford to defend itself without the US?

Also in this newsletter: The EU’s peace offering in Trump’s trade war

Financial Times - Feb. 21

Europe’s elite fears Trump, Musk and the truth

The EU's ruling class has become fanatical in its desire to censor.

The Hill - Feb. 21

Ros Atkins on... why this week matters for Europe and the US

The BBC's Analysis editor takes a look back at this week - and what it tells us about how the US sees Europe.

BBC News - Feb. 21

What the German election result means for Europe

Also in this newsletter: Emmanuel Macron tries to woo Trump

Financial Times - Feb. 24

Nordqvist named Europe Solheim Cup captain

Swede Anna Nordqvist, who has played in nine Solheim Cups, will captain Europe against the USA next year.

BBC News - Feb. 24

Germany election: Merz says it’s ‘five to midnight’ for Europe

Leader of victorious conservative alliance says continent must build defence capability as US moves towards ‘America alone’ motto. The man expected to be Germany’s next chancellor has said Europe ...

The Guardian - Feb. 24

Tesla starts 2025 with sharp drop in sales in Europe

Sales down 45% in January for EV maker led by Elon Musk

Financial Times - Feb. 25

Europe Relaxes Rules on Company Climate Reports

Officials are seeking to boost competitiveness and reduce the regulatory burden on businesses during what a European commissioner called a “perilous” time.

The New York Times - 5d

Can Europe go it alone on Russia sanctions?

Washington’s coercive economic diplomacy is undergoing massive change

Financial Times - 5d

Europe should hijack Trump’s revolutionary plans for the world

Liberal nationalists must respond with imagination to US policies rather than gripe at being cut out of Ukraine talks

Financial Times - 3d

FT1000: Europe’s Fastest Growing Companies 2025 ranking

The ninth annual list showcases 1,000 examples of outstanding business performance

Financial Times - 7h

FT 1000: Europe’s Fastest Growing Companies

Highlighting businesses that have achieved rapid revenue growth despite a difficult economic environment

Financial Times - 7h

EU chief unveils €800bn plan to ‘rearm’ Europe

‘We are ready to step up’ says Ursula von der Leyen after US suspends military aid to Ukraine. Europe live – latest updates A five-part plan to bolster Europe’s defence industry and increase ...

The Guardian - 1h

Man disguised as lawyer kills gang leader in court

Police in Sri Lanka say the gunman used a revolver which was smuggled in a hollowed-out book.

BBC News - Feb. 21

Caribbean leaders vow to maintain pursuit of slavery reparations

Countries meeting at Caricom summit not seeking ‘handout’ but ‘appropriate apology’ and compensation. Caribbean leaders have defended the region’s pursuit of slavery reparations, describing the ...

The Guardian - Feb. 21

Arab Leaders Scramble to Counter Trump’s Gaza Plans

Leaders of Gulf states met with their Egyptian and Jordanian counterparts to strategize before a broader Arab summit early next month.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

Easterby looks to new leaders for history chase

Round three of the Six Nations brings together two sides under interim management but in hugely contrasting form and mood.

BBC News - Feb. 22

Huge crowds gather for Hezbollah leader Nasrallah's funeral

The coffin of the late Hezbollah leader was paraded through huge crowds of mourners.

BBC News - Feb. 23

Jewish leader: 'Germany is a different country as of today'

Yahoo News - Feb. 23

OPM tells HR leaders that response to Musk is 'voluntary'

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) informed agency leaders that employee response to an email asking for a recap of what they accomplished last week is voluntary and that failure to do so ...

The Hill - Feb. 24

Ahmed al-Shara: The Evolution of Syria’s New Leader

Ahmed al-Shara’s unlikely path from membership in Al Qaeda to head of state has raised questions about how he intends to govern Syria.

The New York Times - 6d

Tech Leaders Should be First to Support “Day of Unplugging”

Whether you urge your team to reduce tech use for a day, a week, or a season, you’ll be glad you did it.

Inc. - 5d

Bosnian-Serb leader sentenced to jail in landmark trial

Dodik's trial had been widely seen as a test for the Balkan nation's weak central government.

BBC News - 5d

Local leaders working to help fired federal workers

Widespread layoffs across federal agencies left thousands without jobs. Now, some local leaders are stepping in to try to help. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand has more.

CBS News - 5d

7 Habits of Today’s Most Highly Effective Leaders

Every leader should adopt these seven habits to go from good to great.

Inc. - 4d

Turkey’s jailed Kurdish leader calls for militants to disarm

Abdullah Öcalan urges PKK to lay down weapons after he meets opposition politicians in prison

Financial Times - 4d

The 5 Top Qualities for Leaders in 2025 (and Beyond)

Lessons from legendary companies (like 3M) that should continue to influence our decisions today.

Inc. - 4d

Friday Briefing: Trump Met With Britain’s Leader

Plus, remembering Gene Hackman.

The New York Times - 4d

The First Black Leader of Virginia Military Institute Is Ousted

The college’s board decided not to renew the contract of its superintendent, Major General Cedric T. Wins, who led diversity efforts and removed a Confederate statue on campus.

The New York Times - 3d

European leaders back Zelensky after Trump clash

The Ukrainian president thanks European leaders for their support after a flurry of messages on social media.

BBC News - 2d

Hazel Dukes, civil rights leader, dies at 92

Dr. Hazel Dukes, an iconic civil rights leader and president of the NAACP New York State Conference, has died at 92.

CBS News - 2d

NHS leaders explore private finance for crumbling estate

‘Tide has turned’ after backlash led to PFI being abandoned in 2018

Financial Times - 2d

Haiti police raid gang leader's stronghold in capital

Officials say several gang members have been killed in a major police operation in Port-au-Prince.