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UK economy unexpectedly shrinks by 0.1%
October contraction marks second consecutive fall and deals blow to Labour government’s economic agendaFinancial Times - 54m -
UK economy shrinks unexpectedly for second month in a row
The economy had been expected to return to growth but it contracted by 0.1%.BBC News - 3h -
UK economy shrinks for second month, contracting 0.1% in October
It marked the country's second consecutive economic downturn, following a 0.1% GDP decline in September.CNBC - 4h -
Weekly Jobless Claims Rise Unexpectedly
New unemployment claims for the week ending December 7 totaled 242,000, higher than economists’ forecasts of 220,000.Inc. - 23h -
Amorim pleased by Højlund, Amad row in Utd win
Ruben Amorim said it was a "good sign" to see Rasmus Højlund and Amad involved in a heated row after the 2-1 win over FC Viktoria Plzen because it shows they care.ESPN - 1h -
The dollar’s been on a roll and it just got another boost after fall in U.K. GDP
The dollar got another boost on Friday after disappointing economic data.MarketWatch - 4h -
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What to know after inflation rises for a second straight month
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what to know about the prices of products after the Consumer Price Index report for November showed inflation went up for ...CBS News - 23h -
Trump tariffs to have 'insignificant effect' on UK economy
Plans by Donald Trump to impose blanket tariffs on all imports to the US will have an "insignificant effect" on the UK economy, according to a poll of international economists. While policymakers ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Has the Russell row made Verstappen to Mercedes in 2026 less likely?
BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your questions following the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.BBC News - 3d -
Hiring falls more sharply in UK than other major economies
Slowdown in British recruitment unusual because it involves low-wage sectors, according to data from website IndeedFinancial Times - 3d -
Activists Call on Biden to Clear Death Row Before Trump Takes Office
The series of open letters from human rights activists and former corrections officials aligned with a larger push from Democrats for sweeping clemency action for those in prison.The New York Times - 3d -
Pope Francis and advocates add to pleas for Biden to clear federal death row
Pope encourages prayers for people with death sentences as pressure grows for Biden to act before Trump takes office. Pope Francis has called for commutations for people on death row in the US, ...The Guardian - 3d -
Anthony Edwards fined by NBA for second time in a month after using 'profane language' in media availability
Edwards was complimenting his teammates' 'f---ing incredible' defense after a win vs. Golden StateCBS Sports - 3d -
Making sense of racing’s ‘£3bn black hole’ and affordability checks row
Accusations have been thrown by both sides in betting dispute but there may be hope for racing amid the noise. The increasingly frenzied cycle of claim and counter-claim over the impact of ...The Guardian - 3d -
China consumer inflation rate drops to a five-month low, missing expectations as economy slows
China's consumer prices rose less-than-expected in November, climbing 0.2% from a year ago, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics released Monday.CNBC - 4d -
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How a uranium mine became a pawn in the row between Niger and France
France's nuclear giant has lost control of its uranium mining operations in the West African state.BBC News - 5d -
Timothée Chalamet nails 'College GameDay' guest picker spot with unexpectedly well-informed picks
Timothée Chalamet might know ball.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
US economy added 227,000 jobs in November
Rise in unemployment rate bolsters case for Federal Reserve rate cut this monthFinancial Times - 6d -
U.S. economy added 227,000 jobs in November
The U.S. economy added 227,000 jobs in the month of November and the unemployment rate sat at 4.2%, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report.NBC News - Dec. 6 -
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The Big Question: is the US economy exceptional — or overhyped?
Three FT pieces this week explore the soaraway, world-beating success of American business. But can it last?Financial Times - Dec. 6 -
Italy’s slowing economy raises pressure on Meloni
Statistics agency halves GDP growth for 2024 as parliament adopts first part of next year’s budgetFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
Woman's solo Atlantic row reaches 1,000-mile mark
Zara Lachlan is nearly a third of the way through her challenge, despite facing tough conditions.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
China bans export of key minerals to U.S. as trade row deepens
As China responds to the latest U.S. measures by banning the export of several key minerals, one analyst warns of "a trade war that has no winners."CBS News - Dec. 4 -
'I'm Still Here' became unexpectedly timely with Brazil's rightward shift
Director Walter Salles had ties to the political family in 'I'm Still Here.' Their story reveals the collective journey of a country.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4 -
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How Bangladesh’s Economy Was Siphoned Dry
Bangladesh’s currency was battered by what the new head of the central bank says was the looting of the banks under the deposed prime minister.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
GM recalls 132K pickups for tailgates that can open unexpectedly
General Motors is adding over 132,000 heavy-duty pickups in the U.S. to a previous recall for tailgate release switches that can short circuit and open the gates while the trucks are in park.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Bowman to Biden: 'Pardon the 40 people who are on death row'
Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-N.Y.) is urging President Biden to issue clemency to inmates on death row after the president signed a pardon for his son, Hunter, over the weekend. “Don‘t stop at Hunter ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Why America’s economy is soaring ahead of its rivals
The country’s outperformance is rooted in long-term productivity growth that is the envy of the developed world. Could Trump’s policies endanger its lead?Financial Times - Dec. 3 -
An extraordinary global economy will require extraordinary agility
Policymakers need to adjust their approaches including through pre-emptive negotiations with the incoming US administrationFinancial Times - Dec. 3
