Starmer calls for ‘national renewal’ in first speech as U.K. Prime Minister
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Sue Gray quits as Sir Keir Starmer's chief of staff
She is leaving after rows over pay and donations and will take up a new role as the PM's regional envoy.20 minutes ago -
World - The New York Times
U.K. Prime Minister’s Chief of Staff, Sue Gray, Resigns
Ms. Gray, chief of staff to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, said she was stepping down after sustained news media attention over her pay and status.1 hour ago - United Kingdom -
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Trump’s Rambling Speeches Reinforce Question of Age
With the passage of time, the 78-year-old former president’s speeches have grown darker, harsher, longer, angrier, less focused, more profane and increasingly fixated on the past, according to a ...4 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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From 106 losses to the ALDS!? How the Royals have renewed a once-heated rivalry
Kansas City heads to New York with a chance to make its mark on the baseball world -- and a once "abhorred" rival.19 hours ago -
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Distillery creates new traditions for Scotland's national drink
In Scotland, the river known as the Water of Leith cuts a path through Edinburgh's port, an area that dates back to the 12th century. That's where a young spirits company recently opened a ...21 hours ago -
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A Texas execution is renewing calls for clemency. It's rarely granted
Texas rarely grants clemency for death row inmates, but that's not stopping a group of bipartisan lawmakers from showing their support for a man scheduled to be executed in OctoberYesterday -
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A Nation of Homebodies
A recent study shows Americans are spending notably more time at home, a trend that started long before the pandemic.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Iran's supreme leader makes rare speech after attacks on Israel
Iran's leader defended his country’s missile strikes on Israel this week, calling them “correct, logical, and lawful” in a rare public speech in Tehran on Friday. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei told a ...Yesterday - Israel -
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US economy smashes expectations with 254,000 jobs added in September
Figure prompts traders to increase bets Federal Reserve will slow pace of interest rate cutsYesterday -
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Israel Expands Evacuation Warnings in Southern Lebanon After Renewed Strikes
Israeli soldiers were also waging a ground invasion in southern Lebanon targeting what military officials said were Hezbollah sites in the rugged border area.Yesterday - Israel -
World - The Guardian
Dutch feminists campaign for national monument to ‘witches’
Thousands have been raised for site to commemorate victims of Satanic panic in 15th to 17th centuries. Three feminist campaigners in the Netherlands want to reclaim the insult “witch” and recognise ...Yesterday - Netherlands -
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Keir Starmer defends Chagos Islands deal after Boris Johnson accuses Labour of ‘sheer political correctness’ – UK politics live
PM says deal ensures continuation of UK-US military base on the islands and has been welcomed with ‘warm words’ by US. Jonathan Powell, who was leading negotiations for the new government with ...Yesterday - United Kingdom -
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Top book picks for National Hispanic Heritage Month
In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Amazon Books Editorial Director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" to highlight books that delve into Hispanic culture and offer powerful storytelling.Yesterday -
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Starmer 'pleased' assisted dying vote will take place
The PM says his views are "well known" but he will look at the details of the bill.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Argentina’s Javier Milei accused of plagiarising UN speech from West Wing
Populist leader alleged to have ‘copied word for word’ a monologue by TV show’s fictional president Jed Bartlet. Argentina’s rightwing populist president, Javier Milei, has been accused of ...Yesterday - Argentina -
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The U.K. Has a More Working-Class Cabinet. It’s Still Seen as Out of Touch.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s top team contains more lawmakers from poor backgrounds, and fewer from elite schools, than any in recent memory. Voters haven’t noticed.2 days ago -
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Israel’s offensive in Lebanon has displaced 1.2 million, prime minister says
Nearly one quarter of all Lebanese have been displaced by Israel’s military campaign there, the country’s caretaker prime minister said.2 days ago - Israel -
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Japan’s new PM pledges to tackle deflation in first policy speech
Shigeru Ishiba faces divided ruling party, low approval ratings and volatile financial markets ahead of snap election2 days ago - Japan -
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Best PS5 Deals Ahead Of Prime Big Deal Days Sale At Amazon
We’re still a few days away from Prime Big Deal Days , but a ton of PS5 games, accessories, and other merch is on sale ahead of the popular event. That makes it a surprisingly good time to upgrade ...2 days ago -
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Massive blasts in Beirut after renewed Israeli air strikes
Explosions are seen close to Beirut's airport as Israel continues targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon.2 days ago - Israel -
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U.K. to Hand Over Chagos Islands to Mauritius, Ending Colonial-Era Dispute
After years of legal wrangling and negotiations, Britain said it would surrender sovereignty of the archipelago in the Indian Ocean.2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Best Lego Deals At Amazon Ahead Of Prime Big Deal Days
Prime Big Deal Days officially run October 8-9, but you don’t have to wait until then to start saving. A ton of Lego sets are discounted ahead of the event, giving you a chance to score some of ...2 days ago -
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World - The New York Times
Russia, U.S. and Other Countries Are Evacuating Their Citizens from Lebanon
Several countries have chartered flights, while others issued warnings and offered assistance.2 days ago - Russia -
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British nationals tell of 'surreal' Lebanon evacuation
Student Isobel Taper says it feels "surreal" being back in the UK, having left her boyfriend and cats in Beirut.2 days ago -
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Findlay calls on Swinney to ditch National Care Service plans
Russell Findlay accuses the Scottish government of wasting £28m during his debut as party leader at FMQs.2 days ago -
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Key U.S. Military Base Secured as U.K. Returns Disputed Islands to Mauritius
The British government struck a deal with Mauritius to hand over the cluster of 58 tiny islands in the Indian Ocean known as the Chagos archipelago.2 days ago -
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Solanke gets first England call-up in seven years
Dominic Solanke's first and only England cap came in 2017 against Brazil at Wembley.2 days ago -
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Malaysian and Pakistani prime ministers agree to boost trade and economic ties
The prime ministers of Malaysia and Pakistan have agreed to increase bilateral trade and boost economic ties after talks in Islamabad2 days ago - Pakistan -
Politics - The Hill
Harris tops Trump by 3 points in national survey
With just more than a month until Election Day, Vice President Harris has a 3 percentage point advantage over former President Trump nationally, according to a poll released Wednesday, The ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
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Tories challenge other Labour ministers to follow Keir Starmer in paying back donations – UK politics live
The prime minister said he’d paid back £6,000 worth of gifts and hospitality, including Taylor Swift tickets and his wife’s rented clothing. In its the news release about the agreement to return ...3 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
Starmer repaid freebies to restore trust in politics, minister says
Sarah Jones suggests PM believes he should be held to higher standards now he is in government. UK politics live – latest updates Keir Starmer has repaid thousands of pounds in freebies to ...3 days ago -
World - Financial Times
New Japanese prime minister’s dovish comments rekindle yen carry trade
Currency falls after Ishiba says Japan’s economy is ‘not in an environment’ for further interest rate rises3 days ago - Japan