Marine Le Pen renews threat to back censure motion that could topple Barnier as PM

Speculation that French prime minister may force through budget has given left and far right common ground. The French far-right leader Marine Le Pen has repeated her threat to back a censure ...

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High-stakes trial that could derail presidential ambitions of France's Marine Le Pen wraps up

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High-stakes trial that could derail presidential ambitions of France's Marine Le Pen wraps up

A high-stakes trial in France that could derail the presidential ambitions of far-right leader Marine Le Pen is wrapping up

World - ABC News - 3 days ago

Le Pen turns screws on Barnier in French budget showdown

Far-right leader believes brinkmanship will pay political dividends

World - Financial Times - 19 hours ago

Paris prosecutor seeks jail and public office ban for Marine Le Pen

Request in embezzlement trial threatens to undermine National Rally’s efforts to polish image before 2027 polls. A Paris prosecutor has requested a five-year prison sentence and a five-year ban ...

World - The Guardian - November 14

France's Marine Le Pen rejects embezzlement claims as presidential bid hangs in the balance

France's far-right leader Marine Le Pen has thrown in recent weeks all her energy at a Paris trial into fighting what she calls unfair accusations that her party embezzled European Parliament funds

World - ABC News - November 13

A ‘political trial’? Marine Le Pen is singing from the Donald Trump hymn sheet | Pauline Bock

The far-right leader may be banned from running in the next French presidential election – and she’s responded with all guns blazing. “Everyone has stolen from the cash register except the National ...

World - The Guardian - November 19

Prosecutor seeks jail and election ban for Le Pen

Marine Le Pen would be banned from standing for president again at the next election if convicted.

Le Pen threatens to bring down French government over budget dispute

National Rally hardens tone against PM Michel Barnier, warning that hit to citizens’ purchasing power is ‘red line’

World - Financial Times - November 20

We must stop smuggling gangs before they act - Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer announces an extra £75m to police the UK's borders as he vows to "smash" criminal gangs.

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau meets with Trump amid tariff threat

Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago just days after he announced his plans to impose tariffs on the country. NBC’s Allie Raffa reports for TODAY.

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Canadian PM Justin Trudeau meets with Trump amid tariff threat

Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago just days after he announced his plans to impose tariffs on the country. NBC’s Allie Raffa reports for TODAY.

RWE scales back €55bn renewables bet after Trump win

German power producer was already under pressure from shareholders to lift returns

World - Financial Times - November 13

What Trump’s Win Could Mean for Climate Innovation, Renewable Energy, and More

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Habeck: election could 'ruin' German renewable energy 'success story'

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The Papers: City to get 'bonuses early' and PM 'backs thought police'

A speech by Chancellor Rachel Reeves and a row over non-crime hate incidents make the front pages.

David Cameron changes mind to back assisted dying bill

Lord Cameron previously opposed assisted dying but says the current bill "is about shortening death".

Barnier touches nerve with plan to trim French pensions

Prime minister’s money-saving proposal hits opposition, despite calls for more intergenerational fairness

World - Financial Times - November 6

Thune faces first Trump loyalty test

So far, it seems like the Senate’s leader-in-waiting and other Republicans are giving the president-elect wide latitude on his picks.

Politics - Politico - November 15

Philippine president vows to fight back after assassination threat by estranged VP

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. vowed to fight back after his estranged vice president said he would be assassinated if she herself were killed.

Mexico hits back as Trump’s tariff threat shakes markets

President Claudia Sheinbaum hints at retaliation and says US southern neighbour is tackling migrant and drug problem

Business - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Brendan Rodgers wary of Brugge threat but backs Celtic Park’s power

Hoops chasing fourth straight home win in Europe Champions League progress will define club’s season Caution from Brendan Rodgers over Celtic’s prospects in the Champions League is perfectly ...

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Mexico Signals It Could Hit Back With Tariffs at U.S.

Could a tariff war erupt between the United States and Mexico? A top Mexican official said his country might retaliate if the Trump administration placed steep tariffs on Mexico.

Business - The New York Times - November 12

How Democrats could win back Latino men

CBS News exit polling showed Vice President Kamala Harris lost Latino men to Donald Trump by 12 points. Adrian Carrasquillo, national political reporter, and Sabrina Rodriguez, national politics ...

Next tropical weather threat forming in the Caribbean

The last day of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season is Nov. 30, but as we near that finishing line, the Caribbean has other thoughts in mind.

Mexico suggests it could retaliate with tariffs after Trump threat

Claudia Sheinbaum said Mexico suffered from an influx of weapons smuggled in from the United States, and that drugs were a U.S. problem.

Mexico suggests it could retaliate with tariffs after Trump threat

Claudia Sheinbaum said Mexico suffered from an influx of weapons smuggled in from the United States, and that drugs were a U.S. problem.

Politics - CBS News - 3 days ago

Australian senator censured for heckling King

Lidia Thorpe has been rebuked by the Senate for yelling "not my King" during a protest last month.

‘Les Misérables’ Returns Home

The most famous French musical has never been popular in Paris. A major new production hopes to change that, reworking it for a contemporary French audience.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 19

Trump’s incoming ‘border czar’ promises secure southern US border as nations hit back at Trump’s tariff plan – live

Tom Homan visits Texas to talk about need for strong borders; US motorists could face higher gas prices if Trump imposes the tariffs he’s threatened . Trump’s talk of tariffs raises fears of hit ...

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Ravens topple Chargers in Harbaugh brothers reunion

John Harbaugh remains undefeated against his brother, Jim, with Baltimore's 30-23 win over L.A.

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5 key factors that could send Donald Trump back to the White House

From the ground game to Nikki Haley voters, there are several variables that could pave former President Donald Trump's return to the White House next week.

Nuclear power is coming back — and that could be a win for older workers

The revival of nuclear power — and the push for clean energy — may depend on keeping older workers online for longer.

Business - MarketWatch - November 4

Ozempic Could Crush the Junk Food Industry. But It Is Fighting Back.

As revolutionary new weight-loss drugs turn consumers off ultraprocessed foods, the industry is on the hunt for new products.

Health - The New York Times - November 19

U.S. and Europeans Move to Censure Iran for Nuclear Secrecy

Before Donald J. Trump takes office, the West wants to call out Iran for failing to adhere to treaty obligations to be transparent about its nuclear past and present.

World - The New York Times - November 20

‘The Great Gatsby’ Inspires a Pen Collection

For the first time, Montblanc has chosen a fictional character, Jay Gatsby of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s 1920s novel, as its honoree.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 12

Pacific island governor backs $800m US military upgrade amid China threat

Northern Mariana Islands governor says ‘the world is changing in the Indo-Pacific’ as work continues in the US territory on defense development. The governor of the Northern Mariana Islands says an ...

World - The Guardian - November 20

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