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UK minister in ‘active discussions’ with pension funds to invest more in private markets
Torsten Bell says government is ‘encouraging, not instigating’ investment in wider range of assetsFinancial Times - 6d -
Watch: Jamie Oliver calls for more support for dyslexic children
The TV chef and campaigner met with the education secretary to ask for government action.BBC News - 6d -
Inside Trump’s Crackdown on Dissent: Obscure Laws, ICE Agents and Fear
President Trump is clamping down broadly on dissent using the tools of the federal government.The New York Times - 5d -
Could Starmer's regulation shake-up mean a 'bonfire of the quangos'?
The PM will pledge to slash the costs of regulation with an "active government" in a speech later.BBC News - 5d -
D.C. Is Becoming Another Hollowed-Out Company Town
The government tried to save Detroit. Now it’s letting Washington wither.The New York Times - 5d -
The Trump team administering economic shock therapy
Also in today’s newsletter, government spending hit a record high last monthFinancial Times - 5d -
Treasury Secretary Bessent says a 'detox' period for the economy does not have to be a recession
The Trump administration is aiming for a "smooth transition" as it looks for ways to cut government spending.CNBC - 4d -
Make public service work again
Too many of this government’s proposals introduce the kind of regulation the PM professes to hateFinancial Times - 3d -
DeepSeek scared away some AI funders. But this wealthy backer is ready to spend.
Why government — not business — will see that AI startups get the money they need.MarketWatch - 2d -
Conservatives push for ban on phones in schools
Opposition says it will attempt to amend a Labour government bill to include the ban.BBC News - 2d -
Young Americans lose trust in the state
Gallup poll highlights that confidence in the apparatus of government has fallen dramaticallyFinancial Times - 1d -
Trump says he’ll protect women but fails the Tate test
Why is the U.S. government going out of its way to help this guy?The Hill - 1d -
White House, courts battle over deportations
The White House is igniting a power struggle between the executive and judicial branches of government.The Hill - 18h -
Scientists at Antarctic base rocked by alleged assault
A spokesperson for the South African government told the BBC there had been an assault at the station.BBC News - 6h -
What are the Pip and universal credit changes and who is affected?
The government says changes to the welfare system will save £5bn and get people into work.BBC News - 33m -
Cook Political Report rates Shaheen's open seat as 'lean Democrat'
The nonpartisan Cook Political Report rated New Hampshire Sen. Jeanne Shaheen’s (D) Senate seat as “lean Democrat” following the senator’s announcement she would not seek reelection in 2026. While ...The Hill - 5d -
Jeanne Shaheen Is Right to Retire
Jeanne Shaheen, 78, is the latest Senate Democrat to say she won’t run for re-election. It’s the right call, and there’s still time for others to follow.The New York Times - 5d -
White House pulls Trump’s nomination for CDC director hours before confirmation hearing
The White House pulled Weldon's nomination just hours before the former Florida lawmaker was set to appear before the U.S. Senate for confirmation.CNBC - 4d -
Democratic anger over 'Schumer surrender' shows party's deep divisions on how to take on Trump
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer finds himself sharply at odds with many members of his caucus, fellow Democrats in the House and liberal activists.NBC News - 3d -
Spending bill divisions spill out at House Democratic retreat
Friday was the last of a three-day House Democratic retreat in Virginia, but it was Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's support for the Republican funding bill that was on the minds of many. CBS ...CBS News - 3d -
3/14: CBS Evening News
American Airlines plane catches fire on tarmac of Denver airport after emergency landing; Alan Simpson, former Wyoming senator, dies at 93CBS News - 3d -
The Congress Issue
Senate Majority Leader John Thune arrived at the apex of power just as President Donald Trump is exerting his own executive authority. Will Thune draw a line?Politico - 3d -
Sen. Chuck Schumer's book tour postponed for 'security concerns' amid funding debate
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's three planned book tour events scheduled for this week have abruptly been postponed as of Monday morning.ABC News - 20h -
The impact on US elections if Canada and Greenland were states
If Canada and Greenland were to become states, Democrats would likely gain a significant advantage in both the House of Representatives and the Senate, as Canadians strongly oppose the idea of ...The Hill - 4h -
House Republicans unveil spending bill boosting defense and trimming all else
Strategy is not likely to earn Democrats’ votes, so Trump is leaning on Republicans to force it through. US House Republicans unveiled a spending bill Saturday that would keep federal agencies ...The Guardian - Mar. 8 -
Face the Nation: Fitzpatrick, Suozzi, Hill
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on...Democratic Rep. Tom Suozzi, who is one of the bipartisan co-chairs of the House Problem Solvers Caucus, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret ...CBS News - Mar. 9 -
Selma marks 60 years since "Bloody Sunday"
Thousands paid tribute over the weekend in Selma, Alabama, to the nonviolent protestors who 60 years ago sought the equal right to vote. In what came to be known as "Bloody Sunday," the protestors ...CBS News - Mar. 10 -
Greenland election: the most consequential in island’s history?
Amid aggressive interest from US president Trump and growing calls for independence ahead of polls, outcome will have far-reaching repercussions. Greenland prepares to vote amid Trump interest – ...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
Maine Republican who posted photos of trans student sues state House speaker over censure
A Republican state lawmaker in Maine is suing her House Speaker and clerk over a recent vote by the Democratic-led body to censure her for posting photos of a minor on social media in protest ...The Hill - 6d -
Greenland opposition party wins election held in Trump's shadow
Greenland voters have expressed strong support for sovereignty, with the Demokraatit party winning nearly 30% of the vote, while President Trump continues to push for an annexation of the island ...The Hill - 6d -
Nebraska lawmakers advance bill allowing parental notification for school library checkouts
Nebraska may soon require public schools to inform parents about the books their children check out from libraries if they want to monitor their reading materials, with a vote expected soon.The Hill - 5d -
Trump critic wins Greenland election
The center-right Demokraatit Party won the most votes in Greenland's parliamentary elections, a surprise result as the territory went to the polls in the shadow of President Trump's stated goal of ...CBS News - 5d -
How Trump’s Tariffs Affect U.S. Farmers
Retaliatory tariffs are hitting U.S. farmers hard, particularly in states that voted for Trump. Ana Swanson, an Iowa native who covers trade and international economics for The New York Times, ...The New York Times - 3d -
‘Seb is a leader’: Farah, Bolt and Grey-Thompson back Coe for IOC president
Vote to succeed Thomas Bach is on Thursday Samaranch and Coventry seen as main rivals Some of the biggest names of the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics have thrown their weight behind ...The Guardian - 3h -
Germany passes huge spending package amid Ukraine fears as White House says Trump-Putin call ‘going well’ – Europe live
US and Russian presidents speak on phone as Bundestag votes to release a €500bn infrastructure fund to boost German defence. Trump and Putin to hold high-stakes call on Ukraine Speaking for ...The Guardian - 16m -
Switzerland told it must do better on climate after older women’s ECHR win
Council of Europe says Swiss government failing to respect human rights court’s ruling on emissions. Europe live – latest updates The Swiss government has been told it must do more to show ...The Guardian - Mar. 7 -
US will be ‘central’ to climate fight even without Trump, says Cop30 president
André Corrêa do Lago suggests US organisations can play a constructive role even if government limits participation. The US will be “central” to solving the climate crisis despite Donald Trump’s ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
Karl Rove: Trump claims of DOGE 'fraud' discoveries will backfire
Republican strategist Karl Rove said President Trump’s claims that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has discovered “hundreds of billions” in government “fraud” will backfire when ...The Hill - Mar. 10 -
How DOGE is already changing the spending process in Congress
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has done significant work in exposing wasteful government programs, but this has created a difficult situation for the Trump administration as they ...The Hill - 6d -
They crossed the world to reach the US. Now deported under Trump, they're stuck in Panama
Over the past week, Panama's government has released dozens of migrants from around the world who were deported from the U.S. The migrants fled conflict, religious persecution, poverty and ...ABC News - 5d