Starmer will struggle to keep his ‘smash the gangs’ promise as I saw firsthand

Starmer will struggle to keep his ‘smash the gangs’ promise - as I saw firsthand

Keir Starmer says it is his personal mission to defeat the people-smuggling gangs

‘Smash the gangs’ is just Keir Starmer’s version of ‘stop the boats’. It won’t solve the migrant crisis | Enver Solomon

The PM echoes Tony Blair in his pledge to be tough on crime – but he is less interested in the causes behind the Channel crossings. Enver Solomon is chief executive of the Refugee Council It may ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

My boyfriend struggled to come up with a down payment when we bought our house. I have $50K in investments. Was I wrong to keep this to myself?

“I could have cashed out my investments to get us closer to a 20% down payment.”

Business - MarketWatch - November 3

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.

A human is not designed to see what I saw

A former Welsh Guard describes having a "catastrophic breakdown" after returning from Helmand Province.

I Saw Colleagues’ Private Messages Mocking Me

… and two other tricky workplace dilemmas.

Business - Inc. - November 13

We must stop smuggling gangs before they act - Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer announces an extra £75m to police the UK's borders as he vows to "smash" criminal gangs.

The Promise I Sunday on 60 Minutes

Twenty-three years later, over a thousand families are still waiting for news of loved ones lost on 9/11. Scott Pelley looks at how efforts to search for and identify their remains have never ...

Warcraft celebrates 30th anniversary by keeping old promises

Blizzard announced several new products and events to celebrate the Warcraft franchise's 30th anniversary during a special video presentation today.

Tech - VentureBeat - 6 days ago

Starmer promises better relations with China after Xi meeting

Prime minister proposes further talks about deepening economic and financial ties

World - Financial Times - 2 days ago

'I found my cousin in Cairo, then we went to war'

London veteran Percy Chafer never knew what happened to his cousin during World War Two - until now.

‘When the water subsided, I saw our house was gone’ – This is climate breakdown

We were shocked by how quickly the water rose. My children panicked and I didn’t know what to save first. This is Leoncia’s story. Location Sitio Gipit, Philippines. Disaster Typhoon Carina, ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Late-night London struggles to keep the lights off

Noise complaints, costly overheads and restrictive permit laws take their toll on the capital’s after-hours economy

World - Financial Times - October 25

Harris struggles to keep the faith of Arab-Americans in Michigan

Israel’s war in Gaza has cost the support of important constituency in battleground state

Business - Financial Times - October 28

France's new dictionary struggles to keep up with the times

The full ninth edition of the Dictionnaire de l’Académie Française has been presented to France's President Macron.

UK leader tells Interpol meeting world must 'wake up' to threat from people-smugglers

Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he will double funding for Britain’s border security agency and treat people-smuggling gangs like terror networks

World - ABC News - November 4

'I struggle to speak but dream of being on stage'

A lack of awareness of selective mutism is making diagnosis life worse for families living with it.

‘Fallen so fast’: Ancelotti admits Real Madrid struggles but keeps faith

Coach not shying away from difficulties after Milan defeat, with players like Jude Bellingham far from their best. “The reality is what was seen on the pitch,” Carlo Ancelotti said, and what was ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

Jim Harbaugh on late flag that was picked up: I saw our receiver get held

Two crucial calls went against the Chargers in the closing minutes of their 17-15 loss to the Cardinals.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 22

Patrick Mahomes saw "high-level stuff" from DeAndre Hopkins in his Chiefs debut

Wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins didn't have a lot of time to learn the Chiefs offense ahead of Sunday's game against the Raiders, but it also didn't take him long to show the kind of impact he can ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 28

Lawyer Says His Client Testified That She Saw Gaetz Having Sex With Underage Girl

The lawyer told multiple news outlets about the testimony, before the House Ethics Committee, in which the client described witnessing Matt Gaetz having sex with the girl at a party in 2017.

Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday

Trump has promised lower interest rates. That will be largely out of his control.

While Trump has sought to pressure the Fed to cut rates, consumer rates on mortgages and other loans are determined by a range of factors largely outside of the president’s control.

Politics - NBC News - November 11

What eliminating the Department of Education could mean for students, schools

President-elect Donald Trump has proposed a plan to eliminate the Department of Education to “send all education work and needs back to the States."

Super Smash Bros. Director Masahiro Sakurai Teases His Next Video Game Project -- Maybe

Just over two years ago, Super Smash Bros. director Masahiro Sakurai launched his YouTube channel to give fans around the world an inside glimpse at game development and design. Now, Sakurai has ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 22

Travis Kelce says brother Jason was defending his family in phone-smashing incident

Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce defended his brother Jason Kelce's phone-smashing incident last week, saying he was defending his family.

What to expect when President Trump tries to make tax cut promises reality, even with GOP sweep in Congress

Trump promised tax cuts for individuals and businesses. With deficit hawks in the GOP and bond market fixated on rising debt, a GOP sweep may not be enough.

Business - CNBC - November 12

Ask Shrimsley: how do I keep a relationship special?

If you’re buttering up a US president, neediness and flattery will get you everywhere

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

How the bottom of the Yankees' order is keeping World Series hopes alive while stars continue to struggle

Anthony Volpe and Austin Wells provided the thunder in Game 4

Sports - CBS Sports - October 30

Aaron Gordon's impending absence a big blow for Nuggets as they struggle to keep pace in West

Gordon will reportedly miss multiple weeks with a calf strain

Sports - CBS Sports - November 5

If You’re Sure How Trump’s Term Will Play Out, I Promise: You’re Wrong

You can’t see far enough ahead to trust the image in your mind’s eye.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 12

A Texas Judge’s Fight to Keep a High-Profile Case Out of His Court

A battle over a new rule to limit credit card late fees has spiraled into a larger skirmish about how much power litigants should have to maneuver their cases into friendly courtrooms.

Business - The New York Times - November 2

They Realized They Were Singing the Same Tune

When the opera singers Nicholas Martorano and Elizabeth Novella first met, they knew something was meant to be.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 1

Late Night Chides Biden for Keeping His Cool With Trump

“I’m not saying booby-trap the place, but you don’t have to be overly helpful,” Seth Meyers said after the president welcomed Donald Trump to the White House.

Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Even His Parents Were Younger Than I Was

No matter. We were crazy for each other.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Ilia Topuria makes good on his promise, becomes first man to stop Max Holloway at UFC 308

Featherweight champion Ilia Topuria vowed to become the first man to knock out Max Holloway

Sports - ABC News - October 26

Despite struggles, Oklahoma State RB Ollie Gordon II won't opt out of 2024 season: 'I finish what I start'

Gordon has no interest in giving up on his team in 2024

Sports - CBS Sports - October 29

Lamar Jackson: "I don't know" why we we've struggled against Steelers

When looking at Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson's history against the Steelers, two things immediately jump out.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 6 days ago

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