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The Wall Street Journal - Business
Amazon to Build Top-Secret Cloud for Australia's Government
Amazon’s cloud-computing business will build a cloud for Australia’s government, improving the U.S. ally’s ability to share and analyze information and boost the resilience of its defense communications.Amazon -
Financial Times - World
Who will be the key figures in Keir Starmer’s government?
First Labour administration for 14 years will be staffed and shaped by range of politicians, policy experts and advisers -
Financial Times - World
Starmer readies for government after historic Labour win
Also in today’s newsletter, US labour market slows, Orbán meets Putin, Scholz’s new budget -
BBC News - Top stories
What does the Labour government mean for Northern Ireland?
From the economy to a border poll, how could things change with Sir Keir Starmer in No 10? -
The New York Times - Top stories
Abductions Rattle Kenya as Anti-Government Protests Continue
Dozens of activists say they were snatched from their homes or off the streets by hooded, armed men. Some are still missing, and the disappearances have unnerved a nation long seen as a pillar of stability. -
Financial Times - World
The City of London’s wish list for the new Labour government
Financial services bosses call for ‘bold’ action as they hope for a period of political stability -
BBC News - Top stories
Tata talks under way but business secretary not guaranteeing all jobs
The new business secretary says "job guarantees" will form part of its negotiations with Tata about its Port Talbot site. -
MarketWatch - Business
‘She won’t be happy until he’s in a homeless shelter’: My sister wants our father to refinance his $1.2 million home to pay off her $120,000 debt
“My father worked hard his entire life in public transport and retired about seven years ago.” -
MarketWatch - Business
‘I’m appalled’: My grandfather co-signed his grandson’s student loan. After my grandfather died, my cousin skipped town. Will the estate have to pay the debt?
“The loan is now in default, and I have no idea where this grandson is.” -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Private-equity firm Carlyle Group is in exclusive talks to acquire medical-device maker Baxter's kidney-care spinoff Vantive for more $4 billion, including debt.
Private-equity firm Carlyle Group is in exclusive talks to acquire medical-device maker Baxter’s kidney-care spinoff Vantive for more $4 billion, including debt. -
MarketWatch - Business
Jobless claims — aka layoffs — rise to 238,000 and stay near one-year high
New jobless claims have surged since the end of the school year, raising questions about whether it’s a temporary increase or a sign of rising layoffs. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Gold Futures Near Two-week Highs on Hopes for US Rate Cuts
Gold futures rose, nearing a two-week high, amid growing investor optimism for a U.S. interest rate cut. -
CNBC - Business
Tesla stock rises again after better-than-expected deliveries report
Tesla shares saw more gains Wednesday, after jumping 10% in the previous session.Tesla -
Inc. - Business
U.S. Labor Market Eases Steadily Despite Rise in Job Openings
The Labor Department reports the number of jobs available in May stayed steady from April, a sign that the market is stabilizing. -
The Hill - Politics
House Democratic leadership to hold call as anxiety over Biden rises
House Democratic leadership is set to hold a call this afternoon, two sources familiar with the matter confirmed to The Hill, as anxiety rises over President Biden’s standing as the party’s presumptive nominee. The call — scheduled for 5 p.m. EDT ...Joe Biden -
ESPN - Sports
From pick 42 to All-Star starter: The rise of Gunnar Henderson
An AL MVP favorite, Henderson might be the best player from a stacked 2019 MLB draft. So how did 29 teams pass on him? -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Euro Corporate Bond Supply Expected to Decline in Second Half of 2024
Rising geopolitical concerns and the upcoming U.S. elections are likely to limit issuance of euro-denominated corporate bonds in the second half, ING said. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Hurricane Beryl Shouldn't Pose Threat to Specialty Insurers' Full-Year Targets
Potential Hurricane Beryl losses shouldn’t threaten European specialty insurers’ and reinsurers’ full-year targets, though it is still too soon to tell, RBC Capital Markets said. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Metal Prices Mixed; Gold Slips Slightly But Base Metals Rise
Base metals prices were higher while gold futures ticked lower but broadly holding ground, supported by rising jobless claims, which weighed on investor belief in a still-hot U.S. labor market, SP Angel said. -
Financial Times - World
Lib Dems return record number of MPs after Tory rout
Ed Davey’s party makes biggest gain in seats in its history, defeating two cabinet ministers -
Financial Times - World
Rising extremism sparks fears among France’s Muslim and Jewish voters
Sunday’s run-off vote viewed with apprehension in both communities -
Financial Times - World
What happened in the UK general election?
Labour secures landslide victory as Conservatives crash out of officeUnited Kingdom -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Cooler U.S. Job Creation Pushes Gold Back Toward $2,400/Oz
The June jobs report lifted gold futures toward their highest levels in nearly a month. -
Financial Times - Business
‘Ineffectual’ and ‘snippy’: the rapid rise and stunning fall of Rishi Sunak
The Icarus-like former PM took his party to what is projected to be its worst defeat in history -
CNBC - Business
U.S. economy added 206,000 jobs in June, unemployment rate rises to 4.1%
Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase by 200,000 in June, according to economists surveyed by Dow Jones. -
CBS News - Top stories
Second round of voting in France this weekend as antisemitism concerns rise in Europe
There will be a second round of voting in France on Sunday after the far-right's Marine Le Pen won big against President Macron in the first round. Some prominent Jewish figures in France say there's been more antisemitism on both sides as ... -
The Guardian - World
‘Everybody screamed when they saw it!’ The sudden rise in penises on TV
House of the Dragon just made eyes pop with an erect penis – but it’s not the only show going to great lengths to challenge television’s nudity equality problem. It’s not just winter that’s coming. This week’s episode of House of the Dragon ... -
CNBC - Business
10-year Treasury yield falls after unemployment rate rises unexpectedly
U.S. Treasury yields held steady on Friday as markets reopened after the July holiday and investors awaited the latest nonfarm payroll data. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Nasdaq Rises After Jobs Report Keeps Rate Cuts in Play
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite were poised to hit fresh closing peaks, after reaching new records ahead of the Fourth of July holiday. The Dow industrials were roughly flat. -
The Guardian - World
Israel-Gaza war live: hopes rise over hostages and ceasefire deal
Hamas has reportedly accepted a US proposal to begin talks on releasing Israeli hostages, including soldiers and men Continue reading...Israel -
The Guardian - World
Hopes of Gaza ceasefire rise further as Hamas reportedly backs new proposal
Militant group gives initial backing to plan for phased deal after ‘verbal commitments’ from mediators. Hopes for a ceasefire in Gaza have risen further after reports that Hamas has given its initial approval of a new US-backed proposal for a ... -
CBS News - Top stories
Medics treat heat illnesses among homeless people as temperatures rise
As summers grow warmer, health providers from San Diego to New York are being challenged to better protect homeless patients. -
NBC News - Top stories
France heads to the polls as centrists scramble to keep the far right from taking power
Voters are headed to the polls in France for the second round of a high-stakes election that will decide if the far right National Rally will win a majority in Parliament. -
The Hill - Politics
Sunday shows preview: Biden attempts comeback as calls to step aside rise
President Biden and his campaign made an attempt to quell concerns and win back support this week after a poor debate performance last week but calls for him to step aside have continued. Those calls and his first post-debate interview are likely ...Joe Biden -
The New York Times - Top stories
Hopes for a Diplomatic Opening Rise Under Iran’s New President
Masoud Pezeshkian, a reformist, wants warmer relations with the West, with the goal of ending sanctions. But his powers are strictly limited. -
Financial Times - World
Pakistan finance minister warns taxes must rise to break the bailout cycle
Former JPMorgan banker says Islamabad must ‘get real’ as it seeks 24th IMF packagePakistan -
Financial Times - World
How France’s Republican front halted the far-right’s rise
Also in this newsletter: why the UK election result is a harbinger of thawing relations with the EU -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Credit Investors Need Time to Assess Election Impact on Banks
In credit markets, the surprising outcome of the second round of the French election will be the main topic, with French banks being in focus, UniCredit Research said. -
CNBC - Business
French stocks rise 0.5% after left-wing coalition clinches surprise election win
French stocks moved higher on Monday as markets reacted to a surprise win for the left in the country's parliamentary election.France -
Financial Times - World
Indonesia’s Prabowo sparks spending concerns with $28bn free school meals plan
Incoming president considers enlarged government and increased borrowing in break with predecessor Widodo