UK looks at handing asylum seeker housing contracts back to local councils

The difference between Harris and Starmer

A cautious politician is easier to elect than an ambiguous one

Business - Financial Times - October 16

Trump accuses UK Labour party of interference in White House race

Keir Starmer seeks to defuse potential transatlantic dispute

Business - Financial Times - October 23

Treasury confirms plans for inflation-busting rise in UK social housing rents

Rachel Reeves also announces £500mn cash boost to promote building of affordable homes

Business - Financial Times - October 25

UK unions could seek bargaining rights with just 2% of workers as members

Ministers will consult on range of measures aimed at easing representation

Business - Financial Times - October 22

5 key factors that could send Donald Trump back to the White House

From the ground game to Nikki Haley voters, there are several variables that could pave former President Donald Trump's return to the White House next week.

House Speaker Johnson Walks Back Talk of Repealing CHIPS Act

In an up for grabs New York congressional district getting a Micron plant through federal grants, a comment that the GOP ‘probably will’ try to repeal the program quickly gets massaged to a desire ...

Business - Inc. - 13 hours ago

"Mornings Memory": A look back at 1990's quirky recession

In this fun "Mornings Memory," we revisit a hands-on illustration from 1990, where large and colorful balls were used on CBS This Morning to explain the complexities of supply and demand during a ...

World Series Game 1: Freeman lifts Dodgers with incredible 10th-inning walk-off grand slam

The highly anticipated series opener in Los Angeles more than lived up to the hype.

Sports - ESPN - October 26

Yankees Look to Strike Back Against the Dodgers in Game 2 of the World Series

After being on the wrong side of history in Game 1, New York is counting on starting pitcher Carlos Rodón and its bullpen.

Sports - The New York Times - October 26

Dodgers shut out Yankees to take commanding 3-0 lead over Yankees in World Series

Will Dodgers push Yankees to brink in New York? We've got it all covered for you.

Sports - ESPN - October 28

Jalen Hurts couldn't fire back at Barack Obama's trash talk on golf course, due to provision of contract

Hurts isn't allowed to golf in his contract

Sports - CBS Sports - 4 days ago

Boeing union backs sweetened contract offer that could end strike, sets vote for Monday

The unionized machinists walked off the job on Sept. 13, halting most of Boeing's aircraft production.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

MLB contract option decisions: Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw opts for free agency, Braves keep Marcell Ozuna

Here is a roundup of the offseason's most notable option decisions

Sports - CBS Sports - 6 hours ago

A Radical Approach to Flooding in the UK: Give Land Back to the Sea

When a huge tract of land on the Somerset coast was deliberately flooded, the project was slammed as “ridiculous” by a local lawmaker. But the results have been transformative.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 22

Cornish miner hoping to capitalise on global race for lithium

Analysts expect supply deficit to develop as countries race to meet climate targets

World - Financial Times - October 27

UK urged to send fewer offenders back to jail for minor probation breaches

Growing number punished for breaking conditions of release, undermining efforts to ease overcrowding

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

I bought a $54,000 abandoned house in Japan and turned it into a luxury Airbnb—take a look inside

Anton Wormann, 32, transformed an abandoned house in Japan into a luxury Airbnb stay. Today, it brings in about $11,000 a month.

Business - CNBC - October 16

We left New Orleans for an island in Japan and bought an abandoned house for $7,500: Take a look inside

American couple Dani and Evan Benton who run a guesthouse and honeybee farm on an island in Japan say, "The move is the best decision we ever made."

Business - CNBC - October 19

A Black conservative radio host invoked 'field' and 'house' slaves in arguing why some Black men back Trump

Black conservative radio host Shelley Wynter broke down the Black male electorate into “house African Americans and field African Americans” during an appearance Wednesday on CNN.

Politics - NBC News - October 17

Former Trump White House staffers back John Kelly on his warning about Trump

Thirteen more members of the Trump administration penned an open letter backing up former White House chief of staff John Kelly's assertion that Trump fits the definition of a fascist.

House Speaker Johnson says GOP may try to repeal CHIPS Act, then walks it back

House Speaker Mike Johnson is trying to clarify remarks he made at a New York campaign rally where he suggested that Republicans may try to repeal legislation that has spurred U.S. production of ...

Tech - ABC News - 3 days ago

What Trump has said he would do on Day 1 back in the White House

Former President Donald Trump's pledges have included issues involving his ongoing federal cases, as well as the border and immigration.

Note to Self: Dolores Huerta looks back on her fight for farm workers' rights

During Hispanic Heritage Month, labor activist Dolores Huerta reflects on her fight for farm workers' rights alongside Cesar Chavez in the 1960s and her ongoing work to help others.

Studio One Forever review – affectionate look back at LA’s legendary gay club

Frequented by those looking for a refuge from homophobia, this documentary charts the history of the venue and the effort to save its cultural legacy. ‘It used to be paradise. Now it’s a straight ...

World - The Guardian - October 16

Patriots vs. Jaguars score: Jax's ground game runs over Patriots in 32-16 win, gives Doug Pederson breathing room

Both teams enter the matchup at 1-5 and looking for some answers.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 20

Vikings-Rams: Matthew Stafford's 4 TD passes doom Minnesota to its 2nd straight loss

The Rams, with Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua back, looked like a new team. The Vikings have to wonder what their next step is.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 24

Vanessa Feltz looks back: ‘Russell Brand said he wanted to “have it off” with both my daughters – it was revolting’

The broadcaster and her daughters on her rollercoaster media career, enduring public scandals, and their unbreakable bonds. Born in London, Vanessa Feltz, 62, is a journalist and broadcaster. She ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

Defending Homestead winner Christopher Bell looks to bounce back from disappointing Las Vegas race

It didn’t take long for Christopher Bell to move on from what he called a disappointing race last Sunday

Sports - ABC News - October 26

A Local’s Guide to Cornwall, England

Locals recommend the area’s best pies, wild gardens and coastal footpaths.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 28

Middle East killings may bring back terror attacks to UK, says ex-MI6 chief

Sir John Sawers says intelligence agencies should be ‘on their toes’ after deaths of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders. A return of Islamic extremist terror attacks on British soil could be triggered by ...

World - The Guardian - October 20

'Nothing can bring a life back': Brazil dam collapse survivors speak as UK trial begins

A lawsuit against mining company BHP starts in London on Monday over the 2015 dam collapse.

‘I always know where my keys are’: UK poll backs Saoirse Ronan’s words on women’s safety

British women want men to better understand gender-based violence and harassment, YouGov survey finds. Rarely can 10 words dropped into a TV chatshow have caused such a powerful ripple as those by ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

Mum's tribute to 'thrill-seeker' who died in Spain

Lewis Stevenson, 26, fell from a bridge while creating social media content, authorities said.

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