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‘I indulged in a lot of self-harm’: UK woman tells of damaging ‘spy cop’ relationship
‘Maya’ describes what she saw as abusive behaviour by undercover officer – who vanished and reappeared seven years later. A woman has revealed how an undercover police officer formed a long-term ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago -
Taxes, spending and borrowing all higher as the new Labour government seeks to 'rebuild' the UK
British Treasury chief Rachel Reeves says taxes will rise by $52 billion to plug a hole in the public finances and provide new funding for the U.K.‘s cash-starved public services, as she announced ...World - ABC News - October 30 -
UK’s Labour just unveiled its first budget in 14 years – what is in it and will it work?
Chancellor’s solutions to improving economy and public services will be a radical change for country. Britain’s new government delivered its first budget on Wednesday setting out its plans for ...World - The Guardian - October 30 -
UK borrowing costs soar day after Labour government unveiled tax-raising budget
U.K. bond yields spiked sharply Thursday after the ruling Labour Party unveiled a sweeping package of tax hikes and increased borrowing.Business - CNBC - October 31 -
One thousand UK workers to join first four-day week trial under Labour
Pilot scheme said to have ‘groundbreaking’ potential for the hospitality industry. One thousand workers in the UK will get extra time off with no loss of pay in the first official pilot by the ...World - The Guardian - November 4 -
The UK was crying out for a new kind of budget. Labour has given it repackaged Tory ideas | David Edgerton
A fairer, happier and more equal country is possible – but only if the party in power actually wants to make it happen. Has Labour got a radical economic programme, on a par with 1945 or 1964? Has ...World - The Guardian - November 6 -
Reeves hints UK will urge Trump not to raise tariffs as economists fear his policies will cut growth – UK politics live
Chancellor says UK’s trading relationship with US is ‘absolutely crucial’ and promises not to be a ‘passive actor’. Another Labour politician who has criticised Donald Trump strongly in the past ...World - The Guardian - November 6 -
Rachel Reeves ‘not satisfied’ with summer slowdown as UK slips down G7 growth leaderboard – business live
Latest UK GDP growth report shows UK grew by just 0.1% in July-September, a slowdown on the first half of the year. Bank of England governor says Brexit has undermined UK economy Luke ...World - The Guardian - November 15 -
Shadow chancellor warns Reeves over EU ties after Bank chief says Brexit harming economy – UK politics live
Mel Stride said there must be no suggestion of the UK going back into the EU single market or customs union. In news that will disappoint those of you who enjoy a Liberal Democrat stunt, PA has ...World - The Guardian - November 15 -
Moscow warns US missile authorization may mark new level of involvement in conflict
Russian would consider Ukraine's use of U.S. long-range weapons against Russian forces to be a "qualitatively new round of tensions" between the Moscow and Washington.Top stories - ABC News - 5 days ago -
Foreign secretary backs Mandelson to be UK ambassador to US
Former trade secretary has emerged as the frontrunner, with final decision expected within weeksBusiness - Financial Times - November 11 -
EU or US? UK plays piggy in the middle
Plus, will Reeves’ pension reforms achieve the economic growth Labour hopes for?World - Financial Times - November 15 -
The arms the US, UK and other nations are supplying
The US will allow Ukrainian forces to fire its long-range ATACMS missiles on targets inside Russia.Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago -
The UK’s high-wire act between the US and Europe
Post-Brexit Britain faces stark strategic choices with Trump taking office. Walking a line between both powers will be trickyBusiness - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
KFC drops pledge to stop using ‘Frankenchickens’ in the UK
Chain says it won’t be able to stop buying fast-growing breeds by 2026 because poultry industry cannot supply enough higher-welfare animals. The fast food chain KFC has ditched its pledge in the UK ...World - The Guardian - 21 hours ago -
US teen charged with killing family tried to accuse brother, surviving sister says
Sister tells investigators Seattle boy, 15, accused of shooting parents and three siblings was in trouble for failing tests. A 15-year-old boy accused of killing his parents and three of his ...World - The Guardian - October 25 -
Nevada lithium mine will crush rare plant habitat US said is critical to its survival, lawsuit says
Conservationists and a Native American advocacy group are suing to block a Nevada lithium mine they say will drive an endangered wildflower to extinction, disrupt groundwater flows and threaten ...Tech - ABC News - November 3 -
US election betting is on a roll
In the months leading up to election day, people from around the world have placed millions of dollars in wagers on who will be the next American presidentWorld - Financial Times - October 30 -
Trading lessons on US elections
Even when there is a clear policy shift to trade on, timing and implementation of changes is criticalWorld - Financial Times - November 1 -
US Election Q&A
Amol and Nick are joined by Justin Webb to answer your questions.Top stories - BBC News - November 7 -
Will the UK follow the US and allow the use of long-range missiles in Ukraine?
Britain has been unwilling to let Ukraine send storm shadow missiles into Russia over fears of escalation.Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago -
A British export the US didn’t need: a cosy relationship between editor and proprietor | Zoe Williams
The Washington Post’s Will Lewis said the paper was returning to its ‘roots’ by not endorsing a presidential candidate. There was more to it than that. Postmortems continue for who lost Kamala ...World - The Guardian - November 15 -
Election news is heavy on video clips. Go deeper with these 10 docs, series and specials
Here's a guide to documentaries, series and specials that will help you learn more about the candidates, discuss the election with kids or find humor in the chaos.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 29 -
Watch these 8 recent politics-free TV shows and specials on election day (and beyond)
As you wait for results to come in, we recommend staying distracted by watching these eight recent TV shows; they're sure to ease your election day anxiety.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 5 -
Judge hits pause on Trump's election interference criminal case
Special counsel Jack Smith has asked the judge in Donald Trump's election interference criminal trial to hit pause on the process and give him a month to formally request how to move forward — ...Top stories - NBC News - November 8 -
Trump criminal election case paused as special counsel Jack Smith weighs fate of prosecution
President-elect Donald Trump is charged in the case by special counsel Jack Smith with crimes related to trying to undo his defeat in the 2020 election.Business - CNBC - November 8 -
Military officials reportedly discuss how to handle illegal orders from Trump – live
Pentagon officials discuss what to do if Trump were to attempt to deploy the military domestically, CNN reports. Nancy Pelosi says Biden’s delay in exiting race blew Democrats’ chances ...World - The Guardian - November 9 -
Florida sets special election to fill Matt Gaetz vacancy on April Fools’ Day
Gaetz resigned his seat and isn’t returning to Congress, setting off jockeying among Republicans for the seats.Politics - Politico - Yesterday -
Autumn budget live: Rachel Reeves raises taxes by £40bn and increases spending on NHS and schools
Chancellor announces changes to employers’ national insurance contributions, inheritance tax, capital gains tax and other duties. Budget 2024: key points at a glance Full report: Reeves raises ...World - The Guardian - October 30 -
US bans flights to Haiti after three planes struck by gunfire
Violence escalates as new interim prime minister is sworn inWorld - Financial Times - November 12 -
How will the US election affect markets?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week aheadWorld - Financial Times - November 3 -
What to look for on US election night
Razor-thin margins and possible legal challenges mean the next president might not be known for some timeBusiness - Financial Times - November 4 -
What to expect on US election night
Don’t anticipate results tonight, but there will be some early indicatorsWorld - Financial Times - November 5