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'Welsh universities are not going bust'
The group representing universities says it "hasn't seen a financial situation like this in decades".BBC News - 1h -
University should use its £500m reserves to avoid cutting 400 jobs, union says
Cardiff University has £500m in reserves, but says that money cannot be freely spent.BBC News - 2d -
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A Yale University Cognitive Scientist Says Making Plans Like This Will Give You an ‘Unexpected Happiness Bump’
It’s the time of year when everyone could use a boost.Inc. - 4d -
UK ministers demand safety for defence groups at university job fairs
Defence secretary John Healey says industry recruiters face ‘harassment and intimidation’ on campusFinancial Times - 4d -
Master's programs: Cash cows for universities, financial burdens for students
Brown University plans to expand its master's programs to address financial deficits, raising concerns about the exploitation of federal loan policies and the potential negative ROI for students.The Hill - 4d -
Child sex abuse victims 'failed', says minister
The Scottish government insists it is working to ensure "nothing like this ever happens again" after abuse gang is jailed.BBC News - 4d -
Spain shares ‘common’ vision on Telefónica with Saudi investor, minister says
Support comes as Saudi Arabia’s STC increases its stake in telecoms champion and requests board seatFinancial Times - Jan. 24 -
Serious and systemic problems found in insulated homes, minister says
All homes with external wall insulation fitted under two government schemes will be contacted by the energy regulator.BBC News - Jan. 23 -
Harrowing crime has left officers struggling, lead detective says
Det Ch Insp Jason Pye speaks of the trauma faced by investigators in the case.BBC News - Jan. 23 -
Hungary will welcome Netanyahu despite ICC warrant, minister says
Péter Szijjártó’s comment comes as other countries signal ambivalence about arresting Israeli PMFinancial Times - Jan. 23 -
Structural weaknesses in the German economy must 'absolutely' be addressed, finance minister says
German finance minister Jörg Kukies also addressed the debate over Germany's so-called debt brake rule, saying some "targeted reforms" were necessary.CNBC - Jan. 23 -
Closing Parliament bars could risk MPs' safety, says minister
Commons leader Lucy Powell says she is open to debate about bars in Parliament but they serve a purpose.BBC News - Jan. 22 -
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Far-right 'groomed' town during protests, ex-minister says
Lee Waters echoes calls to ban far-right groups such as those exposed by undercover BBC investigation.BBC News - Jan. 22 -
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Need to send some money without getting scammed or robbed? Follow this advice.Wired - Jan. 22 -
Syria to dismantle Assad-era socialism, says foreign minister
Asaad al-Shaibani tells FT that Damascus wants to privatise state-run companies and secure sanctions reliefFinancial Times - Jan. 22 -
Ceasefire deal with Hamas is not a strategic victory for Israel, economy minister says
Nir Barka also said that former U.S. President Joe Biden "restrained Israel," and expressed optimism about support from President Donald Trump.CNBC - Jan. 22 -
‘I’m definitely underpaid’: Oscar-nominated actor and ‘Gladiator’ star Djimon Hounsou says he’s still struggling financially
The “Guardians of the Galaxy” star has admitted that he is “struggling financially,” despite spending 30 years as a successful actor.MarketWatch - Jan. 21 -
Cash is king, says under-fire AMC chief executive after equity raise
Adam Aron, the chief executive of AMC Entertainment, took to social media over the weekend to address angry shareholders following the sale of $184 million of stock.MarketWatch - Jan. 20 -
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Trump unlikely to impose trade tariffs on UK, says Treasury minister
Darren Jones says Britain should not look at the incoming US president ‘as a risk’Financial Times - Jan. 19 -
Trump will want a good deal with UK, says minister
Darren Jones, the chancellor's second-in-command, is confident UK-US trading relationships could be deepened.BBC News - Jan. 19 -
Kevin O'Leary says he's offering $20B cash for TikTok
Investor Kevin O’Leary, widely known as a star from “Shark Tank,” said he offered TikTok’s owners $20 billion in cash to buy the platform during a Friday appearance on Fox News’s “America’s ...The Hill - Jan. 17 -
Cash App owner failed to protect customers from fraud, feds say
Cash App-owner Block must offer up to $120 million in refunds to consumers who federal regulators say were exposed to potential fraud.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
Poland ‘most attacked’ online by Russia, says minister
Warsaw identifies Moscow-backed disinformation group trying to disrupt presidential election, Krzysztof Gawkowski saysFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
Trump interest in Greenland is ‘wake-up call to Copenhagen’, says minister
Greenlandic minister says Denmark has failed to act over demands for action on minerals and alleged state abuses. A Greenlandic government minister has said she views Donald Trump’s interest in the ...The Guardian - Jan. 14 -
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Online safety laws unsatisfactory, minister says
Peter Kyle responds as internet safety campaigner Ian Russell says laws to protect children need fixing.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
Malaysia expects surge of Chinese investment, economy minister says
Rafizi Ramli suggests semiconductor and tech sectors are seeking to avoid exposure to possible Trump tariffsFinancial Times - Jan. 12 -
Mexico to Avoid U.S. Tariffs, Economy Minister Says
President-elect Donald Trump wants tariffs if Mexico doesn’t comply with his border goals.Inc. - Jan. 10 -
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Warriors' Steve Kerr says Stephen Curry is 'really struggling' with emotions of losing as team slips to .500
Curry displayed visible frustration during Golden State's most recent lossCBS Sports - Jan. 8 -
European Union won't allow attacks on borders, French minister says after Trump's Greenland comments
In an interview Wednesday, Jean-Noël Barrot addressed the U.S. president-elect's interest in Greenland.CNBC - Jan. 8 -
McDonald’s new McValue menu foreshadows cheaper fast food elsewhere — and more struggles for chains, analysts say
After fast-food chains tried to win over inflation-weary customers with discounts last year, McDonald’s Corp. kicked off 2025 with yet another deal, launching its new “McValue” menu intended to ...MarketWatch - Jan. 8 -
Postecoglou backs misfiring Son and says even Salah would struggle at Spurs
Manager highlights context of Son’s poor form Tottenham have interest in PSG forward Kolo Muani Ange Postecoglou has backed Son Heung-min to rediscover his best form and suggested even Mohamed ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
This fund manager forecast a 20% S&P 500 gain last year. Now he says cash is king.
Dan Niles, founder of Niles Investment Management, says the S&P could swing much higher or lower in 2025, and investors need to protect themselves.MarketWatch - Jan. 7 -
Canada's Justin Trudeau says he will resign as Liberal Party leader and prime minister
On Monday, Justin Trudeau announced that he intends to resign as Canadian prime minister and leader of the Liberal Party. Trudeau has been the country's leader for nearly a decade, but his support ...CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Soldier’s Struggles Began Before Las Vegas Tesla Explosion, Nurse Says
A Green Beret who had served several combat tours fatally shot himself in a Cybertruck that exploded outside a Trump hotel on New Year’s Day.The New York Times - Jan. 5 -
Tech groups to pay premium for energy for Malaysia data centres, says minister
Investment in ‘oil of the 21st century’ will support country’s development of renewable powerFinancial Times - Jan. 5