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The Guardian - World
French voters face choice of least worst option in high-stakes election
Scramble to build ‘republican front’ against first-placed far right leaves many weighing difficult decisions. At a market in Meyzieu, a small commune on the outskirts of Lyon, Kheira Vermorel eyed a box filled with potatoes, wondering if the ...France -
The New York Times - Top stories
Iran Voters Face Stark Choice in Competitive Presidential Runoff
For the first time in years, the outcome is difficult to predict, and could be decided by how many people end their boycotts and participate in the vote.Iran -
Financial Times - World
Kenya’s fraught choices
Protests in Nairobi last week show the limited options for countries avoiding defaultKenya -
Financial Times - Business
Macron’s ‘irresponsible’ snap election casts shadow over Olympics
Political chaos dents France’s image and raises security issues at world’s most watched sporting event -
The New York Times - Top stories
In the U.K. Election, Keir Starmer — the Boring Choice — Wins
Britons are celebrating the end of 14 bleak years of Conservative rule. But the new government must turn things around and fast, or the populists will be back.United Kingdom -
The New York Times - Business
At a Key Juncture, Biden Again Gambles on ABC’s George Stephanopoulos
A high-stakes moment for the president could also be the most consequential interview of the star anchor’s career.Joe Biden -
The Guardian - World
Who can we blame for Joe Biden's gamble? Angry Democrats are starting to point the finger | Emma Brockes
The president’s hubris in thinking he was capable of a second term could be catastrophic – now the inquest is under way. In the wake of Joe Biden’s disastrous performance in the US presidential debate last week, the national tone shifted from ...Joe Biden -
MarketWatch - Business
Why Trump’s running-mate choice could matter for oil companies, banks, tech and other sectors
As Donald Trump gets closer to announcing his pick for running mate, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee’s decision on his No. 2 could end up having an impact on industries. -
Financial Times - World
FT experts answer your questions on the French election
Put your queries about the French parliamentary election results to our panel, live from midday (BST) on Monday July 8 -
The New York Times - Top stories
A French Museum Collides With New Jersey Politics
State lawmakers voted to pull funding for an outpost of the Pompidou Center in Jersey City, blaming rising costs. The mayor said the decision was retribution. -
The New York Times - Top stories
French Director Benoît Jacquot Is Charged With Rape
Mr. Jacquot, 77, was accused of assaulting two actresses and barred from working with minors. He has denied any wrongdoing.France -
Financial Times - Business
Ukraine withdraws from parts of Chasiv Yar as Russia advances
Pullout highlights challenge facing Kyiv as Russian offensive intensifies and US military aid has been slow to arriveUkraine -
Financial Times - Business
The divided French left will not repeat past victories
Fractures are everywhere in the New Popular Front, making it impossible to stand up to the RNFrance -
The New York Times - World
Why More French Youth Are Voting for the Far Right
Most young people in France usually don’t vote or they back the left. That is still true, but support has surged for the far right, whose openly racist past can feel to them like ancient history. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
President Biden, the Time to Leave Is Now
A majority of voters believe he is no longer fit to be president.Joe Biden -
NBC News - Politics
Democrats focus in on North Carolina's Latino voters
Following an extremely tight presidential vote in 2020, Democrats are hoping North Carolina's Latino voters can help them win this fall, but overall enthusiasm for both parties remains low. NBC News' Morgan Radford talked to some of those voters ... -
BBC News - Top stories
'Something needs to happen' - Democratic voters on replacing Biden
We asked Democratic voters if they thought Joe Biden should be replaced and by whom.Joe Biden -
BBC News - Top stories
Voters to head to polls for UK general election
Polls will open at 07:00 on Thursday as millions prepare to cast their vote in the general election.United Kingdom -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Why Young Voters Have Tired of the Biden Years
Things are a lot worse for them than the were in the days of Trump.Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
Voters sound off on inflation ahead of 2024 election
Many Americans say for the last couple of years, their finances either haven't changed or have gotten worse, according to CBS News polling. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto spoke with George Fleur, a landscaper ... -
The Guardian - World
French PM says efforts to prevent far-right majority can succeed
Gabriel Attal urges on campaign to peg back rise of National Rally as candidates pull out to avoid splitting vote. France’s prime minister has said nationwide efforts to prevent Marine Le Pen’s National Rally (RN) winning an outright majority in ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
French Parties Cooperate to Stop Far Right from Controlling Parliament
A leftist alliance and the party of President Emmanuel Macron withdrew almost all their third-place candidates in an attempt to impede Marine Le Pen’s party.France -
BBC News - Top stories
Only far right can win majority, warns French PM
French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal urges voters to stop Marine Le Pen's party winning Sunday's vote.France -
Financial Times - Business
Far right to fall short of majority in French parliament, poll says
Harris Interactive predicts hung parliament ahead of high-stakes run-off on July 7France -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Dollar Could Fall if Rate Cut Bets Rise
The dollar looks set to fall heading into next year as recent softer U.S. economic data could bolster market expectations for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, MUFG Bank said. -
The Guardian - World
French critic sues after Spanish theatre-maker’s insults on stage
Angélica Liddell, who describes herself as an ‘irresponsible artist’, read out a bad review by Stéphane Capron and called him a ‘bastard’. A Spanish theatre-maker is being sued for defamation by a French theatre critic after she read out one of ...France -
The Guardian - World
Kylian Mbappé laments ‘catastrophic’ French election vote for National Rally
French striker says runoff vote is ‘urgent situation’‘We can’t let France fall into the hands of these people’Kylian Mbappé has branded the first-round results of France’s snap parliamentary election “catastrophic”, urging voters to turn out in ... -
ABC News - World
Director accused in French cinema's #MeToo wave charged with rape and assault of actors
Authorities in France say a film director accused of sexual assault and violent, controlling behavior has been handed preliminary charges of rape, sexual assault and violence by a judge investigating the case -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Euro Could Extend Rise Against Dollar if U.S. Jobs Data Miss Forecasts
The euro could extend gains against the dollar if U.S. nonfarm payrolls data miss expectations, but any rise will be limited, ING said. -
ABC News - Entertainment
Director accused in French cinema's #MeToo wave charged with rape and assault of actors
Authorities in France say a film director accused of sexual assault and violent, controlling behavior has been handed preliminary charges of rape, sexual assault and violence by a judge investigating the case -
The Wall Street Journal - World
U.S. 10-Year Treasury Yield Set to Move in 4.137%-4.622% Range Near Term, Chart Shows
The 10-year Treasury yield is poised to move in the 4.137%-4.622% range in the near term, based on the weekly chart, UOB said. -
ABC News - Top stories
Candidates in pivotal French legislative elections make final push ahead of vote
Candidates in France's pivotal and polarizing legislative elections are making their last push for the second and decisive round of voting after a three-week campaign marked by hate speech, verbal abuse and physical attacks -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Week Ahead for FX, Bonds: U.S. Inflation Data, French Elections in Focus
Investors look to see whether prices are coming down sufficiently to prompt the Federal Reserve to start cutting interest rates, potentially as soon as September. In Europe, the aftermath of elections in France and the U.K. will be watched. -
CNBC - Business
One of the biggest bears in this bull market is leaving JPMorgan
Marko Kolanovic, who called the Covid-era rebound but missed the latest stock rally, is leaving the bank. -
CBS News - Top stories
Hurricane Beryl leaves "Armageddon-like" destruction in Grenada
The rampant destruction comes as experts warn "it only takes one landfalling hurricane to set back decades of development" on island nations. -
NBC News - Politics
'I'm not leaving': Biden to his campaign staff
President Biden and Vice President Harris met with their campaign staff to reassure them that he is fully committed to being the Democratic nominee despite criticism from his first debate performance. NBC News' Monica Alba reports on Biden's ...Joe Biden -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Can I Bring My Sephora Skin Care Products to Camp?
As young girls continue to embrace elaborate skin care routines, summer camps want to focus on inner beauty. -
BBC News - Top stories
Biden says he 'screwed up' debate but vows to stay in election
Speculation is swirling around whether the president will continue his re-election bid after last week's disastrous debate.Joe Biden -
ESPN - Sports
To the dogs: Chestnut's absence leaves open field
Joey Chestnut's absence from the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest has left a wide-open field with tighter betting odds than there have been in years. On the women's side, nine-time champion Miki Sudo is a commanding favorite at -750.US Open -
Financial Times - World
Luxury price rises leave rich asking: is it worth it?
The post-pandemic spending surge appears to be over