UK's sick pay timebomb that risks a lost generation of workers
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Business - CNBC
Robinhood rolls out high-risk margin trading in the UK after getting regulator nod
Robinhood said Monday that it's rolling out margin investing — or the ability for investors to borrow cash to augment their trades — in the U.K.13 minutes ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - BBC News
UK's sick pay timebomb that risks a lost generation of workers
Britain is sick, and getting sicker. Economics editor Faisal Islam unpacks whether the government can get people working again8 hours ago -
Tech - ABC News
Japan, UK and Italy to expedite next-generation fighter jet to replace F-2s and Eurofighter Typhoons
The defense ministers of Japan, the U.K. and Italy have agreed to accelerate the joint development of a next-generation fighter jet14 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Health - ABC News
CVS workers strike at 7 Southern California stores for better pay and health care
Workers at seven CVS pharmacies in Southern California have gone on strike for better pay and health care and to protest what they say is bad-faith contract bargaining by the companyYesterday - California -
Business - The New York Times
Frozen Waffle Products Are Recalled Over Listeria Risk
Some products were sold under the brands of major retailers like Kroger, Price Chopper and Walmart. No illnesses so far have been linked to the waffles.Yesterday -
Top stories - The New York Times
There Is No Leadership Without Risk
Those in positions of leadership fear they will say the wrong thing, or say what they believe to be the right thing in the wrong way.21 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Illegal mines, pollution and a thirsty global market: Anger mounts over Ghana’s gold problem
Illegal small-scale gold mining in Ghana has been linked with the destruction of the environment and illness. Now it could affect the election.22 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Boeing strike may end if workers agree to 35% pay raise in upcoming vote
Workers for plane maker have been on strike for a month, adding woe to the struggling company’s many concerns. Boeing workers have tentatively scheduled a vote on a proposed labor deal that could ...Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
My husband lost his job and we can no longer pay the mortgage. We have zero savings. Will we lose our home?
“What do we tell the lender?”Yesterday -
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World - The Guardian
A sunken timebomb? Samoa fears long-lasting damage from wrecked New Zealand navy ship
Samoa says 200,000 litres of diesel has leaked into the sea after HMNZS Manawanui hit a reef, with officials now racing to remove tons more fuel ahead of cyclone season. From the sky you can see ...2 days ago - New Zealand -
Top stories - The New York Times
Sick of the 21st Century? These Artists Revive the 18th.
Copycat classicism is here. Literary re-enactments by the photographer Stan Douglas — and a wave of other remixers — are creating new types of art around Black history.2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Trump calls Jack Smith ‘sick puppy’ as latest Jan. 6 evidence unsealed
Former President Trump on Friday railed against special counsel Jack Smith and the judge overseeing his case on efforts to subvert the 2020 election as Smith released a slew of new documents. "The ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
World - Financial Times
US oil companies risk an unexpectedly large bill
Investor group alleges that US oil and gas groups are breaking the rules on corporate financial disclosure2 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Pension de-risking: the pitfalls for retirement savers
Bonds, traditionally seen as safe assets for pension pots, have been subject to huge fluctuations in recent years3 days ago -
World - ABC News
Kenya's Parliament removes the deputy president from office in an impeachment trial
Kenya’s Senate has voted to remove Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from office in an impeachment trial on corruption and other allegations, hours after the deputy president was taken to the ...3 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Liz Kendall expected to retain £1.3bn cut to UK sickness benefits in Budget
Move by work and pensions secretary likely to cause concern among disability rights activists3 days ago - United Kingdom -
Business - Inc.
California Health Care Workers Get Pay Bump Under New Wage Law
The new minimum wage of $18 an hour will gradually increase to $25 an hour under the new state law.3 days ago - California -
Business - Financial Times
UK plans to place ‘buy now, pay later’ lenders under FCA rules
New regulation would allow finance watchdog to apply tests on affordability3 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Column: I'm also sick of discussing Trump's madness. But we have to
Trump's recent comments and his decision to just listen to music at a rally provided the starkest picture yet of his waning mental acuity.4 days ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - The New York Times
IUDs and Breast Cancer Risk: What to Know
A new study adds to the evidence on hormonal contraceptives and breast cancer. But experts stressed the overall risk remains low.4 days ago -
Health - ABC News
California health care workers get a pay bump under a new minimum wage law
Some of the lowest-paid health care workers in California are getting a pay bump under a state law4 days ago - California -
Business - Financial Times
London Underground workers to strike over pay
Aslef and RMT unions announce series of walkouts in November4 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Wait, Workers Want More Meetings?
Most employees think additional meetings would make them more productive, a new report says. But only if those meetings are done right.4 days ago -
Business - The New York Times
Paying Workers $10,000 to Move Helped Reverse Tulsa’s Brain Drain
Researchers found that when remote workers were paid to move to Tulsa, Okla., everyone came out ahead.4 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Has America lost its shame?
The brazenness of US politicians in the face of scandals is a defining feature of the era5 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Why Trump’s Weird Dance Party Is Deeply Alarming
There have been too many recent times he has wandered away from his thoughts.5 days ago - Donald Trump -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Julianna Peña sick of 'clown' Kayla Harrison 'trying to act like she's some freaking boogeyman'
Julianna Peña stands behind her callout of Amanda Nunes at UFC 307, regardless of whether Kayla Harrison thought it was the wrong move.5 days ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Jerry Jones unleashes fiery rant after Cowboys' humiliating loss to Lions on his birthday: 'I'm sick'
The Lions dominated the Cowboys in a 47-9 win on Sunday5 days ago - NFL -
Politics - The Hill
Senate majority at risk of falling out of reach for Democrats
Former President Trump's strength in the upper Midwest is putting Senate Democrats on defense, giving the GOP hopes it can not only win the Senate majority but grow it beyond a seat or two. ...5 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Morning Report — Break a political deadlock? Take risks.
In today’s issue: Vice President Harris insists she’s the underdog in the presidential race. This week, she’s campaigning that way. Underdogs, when hemmed in, take risks. And sitting for a Fox News ...5 days ago -
World - Financial Times
The inflation risk for emerging markets
Fiscal indiscipline looms as the biggest threat after central bank battles to slow rising prices5 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Starmer’s attorney-general vows to restore UK’s reputation on rule of law
Richard Hermer says government being seen as a ‘good faith actor’ internationally is crucial to attracting investment6 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
Eagles' Sirianni, sick of booing, jaws with fans
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni was seen on camera yelling and gesturing toward a group of fans at the end of Sunday's 20-16 home win over the Cleveland Browns as boos rained down for parts of the game.6 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
UK bookmakers don’t want to (and probably won’t have to) pay more tax
Won’t somebody please think of Queen Camilla?6 days ago - United Kingdom -
Politics - NBC News
Arab and Muslim leaders risk blowback for endorsing Harris
Harris faces ongoing challenges in finding Muslim and Arab community leaders willing to publicly embrace her and risk blowback from their own constituents.6 days ago