Markets look for shreds of optimism as French voters face ‘invidious’ choice
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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 - Business
Reeves faces daunting fiscal choices at helm of ‘pro-growth’ Treasury
New UK chancellor will try to boost output and avoid imposing drastic cuts on frayed public services -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Indian Stock Market Outlook Looks Bright After Recent Elections
The outlook for India’s stock market performance in the coming decade is bright, buoyed by optimism about the country’s economic prospects after last month’s general election results, according to analysts. -
NBC News - Politics
British PM Rishi Sunak faces likely defeat as voters head to polls
British voters are heading to the polls for the country’s first parliamentary election in five years and are widely expected to usher out over a decade of Conservative Party power. Current Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is facing challengers for the ...United Kingdom -
MarketWatch - Business
Wall Street’s most bearish strategist is leaving JPMorgan. Here’s a look at his market calls.
Chief market strategist Marko Kolanovic is leaving JPMorgan Chase & Co. following a 19-year stretch with the bank, according to a person at the investment bank who shared details from two internal memos with MarketWatch on Wednesday. -
The New York Times - Top stories
As Britain Votes, Change Is in the Air. Optimism, Not So Much.
The Labour Party is projected to sweep out the Conservatives after 14 years. But it would then inherit a “legacy of ashes.” -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Marine Le Pen's opponents agreed to try to pool their voter support against candidates of her far-right party in the final round of the French elections on Sunday.
Marine Le Pen’s opponents agreed to try to pool their voter support against candidates of her far-right party in the final round of the French elections on Sunday. -
Financial Times - World
Kenya’s fraught choices
Protests in Nairobi last week show the limited options for countries avoiding defaultKenya -
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 Wall Street Journal - World
Josh Shapiro's Moment of Truth on School Choice
Does the Pennsylvania Governor support education vouchers for poor children or not? -
The Guardian - World
My superpower? Turning a lovely afternoon into a nerve-shredding orgy of panic | Adrian Chiles
Another day, another disaster, and all of my own making. But this one left me with a triumphant smile. I left a bag with everything in it on platform three at York station. Imagine my disappointment. I was on a direct train to London, finishing ... -
CBS News - Top stories
A closer look at the National Archives
"CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell and "60 Minutes" have spent the last few months going inside the National Archives, learning about the agency that holds not only the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. ... -
CBS News - Top stories
What to look for in the U.S. government's June jobs report
Forecasters expect job numbers on Friday to show slower hiring in June, clearing the way for the Fed to cut interest rates later this year. -
The New York Times - Business
On ‘Hard Fork,’ a Hard Look at the Future of Technology
Kevin Roose and Casey Newton reflect on the success of their podcast and look toward what’s next. -
ESPN - Sports
Boone: Grisham's fielding hustle lapse 'a bad look'
Yankees manager Aaron Boone spoke to Trent Grisham over the center fielder's failure to hustle in the ninth inning of an 8-4 loss to the Cincinnati Reds and said it was "a bad look." -
BBC News - Top stories
England camp look back on childhood photos
BBC Sport shows the England camp photos from their childhood football teams and asks what they would say to their younger selves? -
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. -
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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. -
CBS News - Top stories
Final push ahead of pivotal French legislative elections
There are 577 seats in the National Assembly, the lower house of parliament. Just 76 deputies were elected with an outright majority in the first round so the majority of seats are still up for grabs. -
The New York Times - World
In the French Countryside, a Deep Discontent Takes Root
In northern Burgundy, services have collapsed and the far-right National Rally has risen. -
The New York Times - Top stories
There’s a Name for the Trap Joe Biden Faces
It’s always hard to walk away from power.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 New York Times - World
Labour Wins Back the Trust of Jewish Voters
Keir Starmer had made rooting out antisemitism from the Labour Party’s ranks a goal of his leadership. -
NBC News - Top stories
Some women aren't looking for a 'man in finance' — despite the viral song
Women would rather someone “fun and vibrant and exciting” than a man in finance–but they wouldn’t mind if their date grabbed the bill. -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
How to Dress for a Heat Wave: Tips for Staying Cool
As temperatures rise, a reader wonders how to dress for sweaty summers while maintaining a sense of style. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
'It screams SEC': Texas looks the part as Longhorns plant their flag
It's a new era in college sports. The rich are getting richer and more powerful than ever. Nowhere was that more clear than at a lavish celebration of Texas' SEC move. -
CBS News - Top stories
What the Democratic convention could look like if Biden drops out
As a growing number of voters, politicians and donors express concerns over President Biden's debate performance ahead of the 2024 election, CBS News' Lana Zak looks at what would happen at the Democratic National Convention if Mr. Biden drops out ...Joe Biden -
NBC News - Top stories
Inside look at preparations for Macy's New York fireworks display
It's one of the biggest July 4th events in the country, the Macy's fireworks show in New York Harbor. NBC News' Kaylee Hartung got a behind-the-scenes look at how they prepare for the big night.New York -
BBC News - Top stories
Andy Murray looks back on his career with Sue Barker
Andy Murray speaks to Sue Barker on Wimbledon Centre Court about his career.