Starmer tightens rules on gifts to ministers

Starmer picks Blair aide Powell as security adviser

Jonathan Powell will replace Sir Tim Barrow, who has held the role since September 2022.

Macron and Starmer vow 'unwavering' Ukraine support after marking Armistice Day

The leaders' discussions also focused on the Middle East and the problems caused by migration in Europe.

Starmer and Macron pledge ‘unwavering’ support for Ukraine

Two leaders show united front after Trump victory in US threatens to upturn western backing for Kyiv

World - Financial Times - November 11

We want 'strong' UK-China relationship, says Starmer

The first in-person meeting since 2018 comes as the PM prioritises shoring up support for Ukraine.

UK’s Starmer to hold talks with China’s Xi

Prime minister intent on strengthening relations with Beijing despite tensions over security and human rights

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Starmer to meet Chinese President Xi at G20 summit

World - Yahoo News - 5 days ago

Starmer refuses to condemn Hong Kong crackdown

UK premier said he had ‘frank’ discussions with Xi Jinping at G20 but declined to air criticism publicly

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

No plans to join Bluesky yet, Keir Starmer says

The social media platform has been rapidly growing in popularity since the US presidential election.

South Carolina upsets No. 10 Texas A&M to further tighten SEC title game race

Each of the 16 teams in the SEC has at least one conference loss with four weeks to go in the regular season.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 3

11-year-old stuns pharmacist at shuttering Weston Walgreens with gift

A small group of loyal customers gathered in Weston Saturday morning to thank a pharmacist who is relocating as Walgreens closes the location where he served the community for almost three decades.

16 Best Gifts for Babies and Toddlers, Editor Tested and Reviewed

Shopping for tiny people is intimidating. Good news: We did it for you.

Tech - Wired - October 28

23+ best gifts from small brands to shop now

We found the best gifts from small brands, including Hedley & Bennett, The Woobles, Artifact Uprising, Nodpod, Material Kitchen and Verloop.

Kuminga's ‘gift' comes to life off Warriors' bench vs. Pelicans

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga didn't change his approach in a bench role Tuesday against the New Orleans Pelicans.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 30

16 Best Gifts for PC Gamers (2024): Headsets, Desks, Monitors

It’s dangerous to go alone! Take these headsets, keyboards, and mice and give them to your favorite PC gamer.

Tech - Wired - October 31

29 Viral TikTok Gifts That Are Actually Worth a Look (2024)

We’re testing gadgets that keep showing up in our feeds. Here are the ones that deserve the hype—and would make awesome presents.

Tech - Wired - October 31

13 Best White Elephant Gifts (2024): Legos, Desk Accessories

Bring the gift everyone will want to win from this year's holiday party, from a desk organizer shaped like a pear to magnets they'll wish they could eat.

Tech - Wired - November 4

Texas woman gifted new car after helping neighbors in need

Lyn Story, who has been using her old car to offer rides to those in need, was shocked when a generous viewer steps up to give her a brand new vehicle, allowing her to continue her acts of ...

‘A gift to the Kremlin’: uncertainty over Ukraine’s future after Trump victory

Some express fears over US aid for Ukraine while others say the country is already struggling. Ukraine was plunged into gloom and uncertainty after Donald Trump’s victory amid expectations that he ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

25 Gift Ideas Under $25 (2024), Tested and Reviewed

Whether you’re shopping for a book lover, organizer, or perpetual phone dropper, a cheap holiday gift can always be a fun one.

Tech - Wired - November 8

16 WIRED-Tested Gifts for People Who Need Some Sleep (2024)

Sweet dreams are made of these, from special lamps to noise machines.

Tech - Wired - November 10

27 Great Gifts for Mom: Ideas for the Best Mother (2024)

There are many kinds of mothers, but these are our favorite picks for the WIRED mom in your life.

Tech - Wired - November 10

Trump's Cabinet moves hand Ron DeSantis a gift — but possibly with strings attached

Ron DeSantis will have a chance to put another stamp on state politics with a big appointment if Marco Rubio becomes secretary of state. But one major question hangs over that opportunity: How ...

Politics - NBC News - November 12

The British Museum Gets a Giant Gift: $1.27 Billion of Chinese Ceramics

Sir Percival David’s collection, amassed in the early 1900s, includes prized vases and wine cups. “You simply couldn’t build up a collection like this today,” one expert said.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 13

The season's hottest gift? A travel 'experience' — here's how to buy one

Travel is hard to give to others, according to a new Accenture survey. CNBC Travel explores several ways to get around the hardest problems.

Business - CNBC - November 14

11 Best Gifts for Men, Manly Men, and Menly Man Men (2024)

When you need something that's as unnecessarily masculinized as you can get for the Man™ in your life, we have you covered.

Tech - Wired - November 15

The 19 Best Tech Gifts of 2024, According to Our Gadget Gurus

The Journal’s Personal Tech team rounds up our favorite stuff to wear, to help us get fit and more.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - 6 days ago

Gold watch gifted to Titanic hero sold for record price

The 18-carat Tiffany & Co. watch was given by three women survivors to Capt. Arthur Rostron for diverting his passenger ship, the RMS Carpathia, to save them and others after the Titanic struck an ...

Gold Watch, a Gift From Titanic Survivors, Sells for Nearly $2 Million

The gold watch was given to the captain of the Carpathia, the ship that responded to the Titanic’s distress call and rescued hundreds of people.

Business - The New York Times - 4 days ago

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