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Starmer attempts to define 'working people' tax pledge ahead of Budget
The prime minister is under pressure to set out who he is excluding from possible tax increases.2 hours ago -
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UK pledges thousands of new jobs in freeports plan
Critics have said freeports do not boost actual job numbers, but move investment to a different area instead.4 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Business - Financial Times
Chancellor to announce five new UK freeports in the Budget
Labour to expand tax-free import scheme in a bid to boost economic growth across the country4 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - CBS News
Biden unveils new student debt plan for people with financial hardships
President Joe Biden's plans to forgive student debt have hit legal roadblocks. Now a new plan would look to help people experiencing financial hardships.3 hours ago - Joe Biden -
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Kate Bush reveals plans to make new music
The singer shied away from the spotlight in recent years and has not released a new album since 2011.14 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Trump pledges to fire special counsel Jack Smith
In an interview Thursday, former President Donald Trump said that if he wins the election, he plans to immediately fire special counsel Jack Smith, the man who is overseeing two key criminal ...16 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - NBC News
New Justice Department scrutiny of Musk's million dollar giveaway plan
The Justice Department has sent a letter to Elon Musk's super PAC with a warning about Musk's offer to give away a million dollars to people who pledge to support First and Second Amendment rights ...Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
Intesa Sanpaolo unveils plans to cut 9,000 jobs
Italy’s largest bank wants to reduce costs by accelerating its digital transformationYesterday -
World - The New York Times
The UK and Germany Agree on New Defense Pact as Russia Threat Rises
The two governments said they will coordinate more on defense, with British and German troops conducting joint military exercises on NATO’s eastern border.2 days ago - United Kingdom -
Business - Financial Times
Rheinmetall to make gun barrels in the UK as part of new defence pact
Howitzer plan comes amid push by western nations to support Ukraine2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Business - Inc.
Disney Taps Gorman as Next Chairman, Plans to Name New CEO in 2026
The Morgan Stanley exec leads the entertainment giant’s succession planning committee. Disney is screening internal and external candidates in preparation for Bob Iger’s departure.2 days ago -
Tech - Wired
UK Considers New Smartphone Bans for Children
A proposed law would tighten up phone bans in schools and limit how tech companies use children’s data, but experts are unconvinced these measures would make kids safer or healthier.3 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Patients to get full access to medical records on NHS App
Medical records, test results and letters to be available to all on NHS App in digital revolution.4 days ago -
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Thousands displaced as Israel pounds Lebanon with new wave of strikes
Israel says strikes are targeting a Lebanese financial institution that "directly funds Hezbollah's terror," as thousands of civilians flee their homes.4 days ago - Israel -
Business - Financial Times
New laws force UK employers to stop harassment before it starts
Pre-emptive rules taking effect this week aim to stamp out sexual misconduct at work4 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
France’s foreign minister pledges support for Ukraine ‘victory plan’
Jean-Noël Barrot says Russian victory would ‘push the international order toward chaos’ as he backs negotiations. France’s foreign minister pledged his support for Ukraine’s plan for ending the war ...5 days ago - Ukraine -
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Tax threshold freeze not a pledge-breaker - Labour sources
Government sources insist the move would not constitute a breach of Labour's manifesto tax pledge.6 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Arteta, Guardiola and Howe on England job; Marinakis lands five-match ban: football – live
Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend Sign up for the Football Daily newsletter | And mail Niall While we wait for more Premier League managers’ press conferences, here ...October 18 -
Business - Financial Times
UK regulator sets out plans for earlier banker bonuses
Prudential Regulation Authority chief says 8-year deferral period, introduced after financial crisis, could be cut to 5 yearsOctober 18 - United Kingdom -
Sports - ESPN
Browns sticking with new dome, spurn reno plan
The Browns have informed the city of Cleveland of their intention to move forward on a new domed stadium in suburban Brook Park and leave the current lakefront stadium.October 17 -
Business - Financial Times
UK ministers seek to reassure bond investors on their borrowing plans
Treasury chief secretary Darren Jones sets out ‘guardrails’ for investmentOctober 17 - United Kingdom -
Top stories - The New York Times
Port Authority Launches Plan to Transform Newark Airport ‘From Worst to Best’
The plan, announced Thursday by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, includes replacing the rickety AirTrain network and the airport’s dilapidated Terminal B.October 17 -
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 affordabilityOctober 17 - United Kingdom -
Business - Financial Times
Energy suppliers plan winter support for UK customers
Groups under pressure to step up measures as government tries to defuse pensioner fuel payments rowOctober 17 - United Kingdom -
World - Financial Times
Harris pledges break from Biden in feisty Fox News interview
Vice-president’s appearance on conservative network comes as White House race against Donald Trump tightensOctober 17 - Joe Biden -
World - The Guardian
Kamala Harris pledges break from Biden presidency in testy Fox News interview
Nominee says presidency would ‘not be a continuation’ of Biden’s and condemns Trump for ‘enemy within’ comments. Kamala Harris said her presidency “would not be a continuation of Joe Biden’s ...October 16 - Joe Biden -
Business - Financial Times
UK graduates face tough jobs market as AI transforms recruitment
Fierce competition for roles has been sharpest in highly paid sectors such as IT and consultingOctober 16 - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
Fungi could be given same status as flora and fauna under conservation plan
Exclusive: proposal to Cop16 could see ‘funga’ get global legal consideration distinct from flora and fauna. A new era of mycelial conservation could begin this month when the UK and Chile propose ...October 16 -
Business - Financial Times
Klarna sells loans to hedge fund Elliott to free up £30bn for growth
Firm founded by US financier Paul Singer will take on risks and returns of the ‘buy now, pay later’ portfolioOctober 16 -
Business - Financial Times
UK ministers pledge crackdown on rising car insurance costs
Watchdogs, industry and consumer groups instructed to join taskforce as part of push to tackle ‘spiralling’ pricesOctober 15 - United Kingdom -
Business - Financial Times
Trump pledges to impose sweeping tariffs on imported cars
Comments show former president would put increased US trade protectionism at the centre of a second-term agendaOctober 15 - Donald Trump -
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BBC News job losses aim to save £24m
The proposals will result in a net loss of 155 jobs as the BBC seeks to save money.October 15 -
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Reeves signals hike in National Insurance for firms
The chancellor was speaking at the government's International Investment Summit, where deals worth £63bn were hailed.October 14 -
World - ABC News
Vial with nerve agent that killed woman contained enough to kill thousands
The lead counsel for a public inquiry into the 2018 death of a British woman poisoned by a Soviet-developed nerve agent says there was enough poison in the vial she unwittingly opened to kill ...October 14 -
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Thousands of cars that crash in US are ending up in Russia
The South Caucasus nation of Georgia has a huge used car market, with many vehicles finding their way over the border.October 13 - Russia