Trump’s picks to reward top donors who helped him win, watchdogs say

Trump says he didn't hear New York rally comedian, doesn't know him

Former President Trump says he does not know the controversial comedian who performed at his Madison Square Garden rally Sunday and didn't hear him speak — his most extensive public comments yet on ...

Politics - The Hill - October 29

RFK Jr. says Trump has 'promised' him 'control of the public health agencies'

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said earlier this week that former President Donald Trump has "promised" him "control of the public health agencies."

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

Fed Chair Powell says he won't resign if Trump asks him to step down

Fed Chair Jerome Powell responded with a one-word answer when asked if he'd step down if asked by President-elect Donald Trump.

Fed Chair Jerome Powell says he won't resign if Trump tries to remove him

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said he would not step down if pressured by President-elect Trump. The Fed also cut interest rates by one quarter of a percentage point. MoneyWatch ...

Global carbon deal agreed even as US warns climate may be on ‘back burner’

Biden diplomat at COP29 says Trump’s election is ‘bitterly disappointing’ for those worried about global warming

Business - Financial Times - November 11

Even one-time Trump critics are lining up to work with DOGE

Meet the lawmakers helping Elon Musk gut the government.

Politics - Politico - 3 hours ago

Price and 5G promises needed for Vodafone-Three merger, says regulator

It wants commitments on prices and 5G if the creation of the UK's biggest mobile network is to go ahead.

UK Treasury breached legal duty by failing to reveal overspend, says watchdog

OBR chair says relationship with finance ministry moving to ‘system of trust but verify’

Business - Financial Times - November 5

Baby milk price promotion ban should end, watchdog suggests

Many parents opt for more expensive baby milk, equating higher costs with better quality, the watchdog found.

Parents paying ‘over the odds’ for baby formula, says UK watchdog

Competition and Markets Authority says ban on discounting in the sector should be lifted

Business - Financial Times - November 8

UK assessment of worker rights bill ‘not fit for purpose’, warns watchdog

Ministers have failed to explore the impact of higher costs on jobs and economic activity, says RPC

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Harshita Brella's husband was arrested before, says police watchdog

The IOPC is examining how Northamptonshire Police responded to concerns raised by Ms Brella in August.

Plan to boost NHS dental treatments 'not on track', says watchdog

Watchdog warns target of 1.5m more treatments unlikely to be hit as calls grow for major reform.

Trump says Liz Cheney is ‘war hawk’ who should face ‘guns trained on her’

Comments spark new row over Republican’s language about political opponents

World - Financial Times - November 1

UFC Pound-for-Pound Fighter Rankings: Jon Jones picks up solid win, but still can't crack top three

Jones is truly a legend of the sport and arguably the best all time, but that doesn't mean he is the current P4P best

Sports - CBS Sports - November 19

Taking a 'blowtorch' to government: Trump's Cabinet picks will help carry out his agenda

Since his decisive victory last week, Trump has tapped trusted allies — like Matt Gaetz and Tulsi Gabbard — to carry out his priorities.

Politics - NBC News - November 14

A look at how some of Trump's picks to lead health agencies could help carry out Kennedy's overhaul

Donald Trump's health team picks include a retired congressman, a surgeon and a former talk-show host

Health - ABC News - 3 days ago

Expert picks for Final Four: Who will win the 2025 NCAA Tournament and more bold predictions for this season

CBS Sports experts provide their picks for the Final Four field and the national champion for 2024-25

Sports - CBS Sports - October 31

Washington Spirit vs. Orlando Pride, NWSL Championship picks, predictions: Experts split on who wins

It's the top two teams in the league squaring off for the title on CBS

Sports - CBS Sports - 3 days ago

Trump mourns Home Depot founder, GOP donor Bernie Marcus: 'An extraordinary man'

Former President Trump on Tuesday mourned “legendary entrepreneur and political genius” Bernie Marcus, the Home Depot founder and prominent Republican mega-donor who died Monday at the age of 95. ...

Politics - The Hill - November 5

Trump Plans Series of Executive Orders for Day 1, Susie Wiles Tells Donors

Ms. Wiles, the next White House chief of staff, said Donald Trump would move quickly to reinstate orders from his first term that President Biden had revoked, though she did not specify which ones.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 11

Inflation pain helped secure Trump win but his policies mean higher prices

Markets expect his policy package to harm trade and growth but reduce business taxes. Dollar and bitcoin soar as Trump wins US election Business live – latest updates US election 2024 – ...