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Congress returns after election break

Lawmakers returned to Washington, D.C., on Tuesday following a six-week election break. Republicans are preparing to govern with majorities in both chambers while Democrats look to regroup. Scott ...

Alberta Breaks With the Canadian Pension Model

The provincial government abruptly purged the board and senior leaders of Alberta’s pension fund, defying a long-held principle that funds should be free of political interference.

World - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Mistakes remain but England friendlies valuable

After edging out South Africa in a friendly, manager Sarina Wiegman says "football is a game of mistakes" and England want to have "as few of them as possible".

Marler retires from England 'dream bubble'

England prop Joe Marler retires from international rugby having won 95 caps.

Will Lawrence switch improve England's attack?

England hope switching Ollie Lawrence to outside centre against Australia will enable the Bath star to bring his ball-carrying power to the fore on Saturday.

Review of England's defeat by Australia 'brutal'

England's review of their last-gasp defeat by Australia was "brutal" but exactly what the squad needed, says wing Ollie Sleightholme.

Palmer 'frustrated' by lack of England opportunity

Cole Palmer has said that he was "frustrated" by the lack of opportunities given to him with England during the country's run to the final of Euro 2024.

Sports - ESPN - November 13

England's Kane benched vs. Greece; Watkins in

England captain Harry Kane has been left on the bench for Thursday's UEFA Nations League clash against Greece, with Ollie Watkins taking his place in the starting lineup.

Sports - ESPN - November 14

Liam Payne’s Former One Direction Bandmates Attend His Funeral in England

The One Direction singer died at 31 last month after a fall from a balcony.

Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago

England are in a very good place - George

England captain Jamie George says his side are "in a very good place" after ending their autumn campaign by thrashing Japan.

World's oldest man dies in England

John Tinniswood, the world's oldest man, has died in northern England. He credited his longevity largely to "pure luck," but did offer advice about over-indulging - in anything.

'England arrive at judgement day for Bazball'

The tour of New Zealand begins a defining year for England under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum, writes chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt.

World's oldest man dies in England

John Tinniswood, the world's oldest man, has died in northern England. He credited his longevity largely to "pure luck," but did offer advice about over-indulging - in anything.

World - CBS News - Yesterday

US leads efforts to keep lifeline for West Bank lenders open

Yellen warns Netanyahu of ‘economic catastrophe’ if Israel refuses to extend waiver for Palestine banks

Business - Financial Times - October 28

Heritage Foundation: the rightwing ‘Project 2025’ think-tank banking on Trump

Republican candidate now seeks to distance himself from controversial group and its manifesto

World - Financial Times - October 29

Petrol and food prices will fall thanks to oil glut, says World Bank

Downward trend in oil price from higher production, falling demand in China and clean energy to continue. Business live – latest updates Petrol and food prices will fall over the next two ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

Former bank boss in Latvia jailed for ordering killing of whistleblower

LPB Bank owner Mihails Ulmans sentenced to 15 years over hit on lawyer who suspected money-laundering

Business - Financial Times - October 29

Deteriorating Loans Stress Regional Banks’ Office Building Portfolios

The commercial real estate borrowing crisis hasn’t gone away, as shown by about a dozen mid-sized banks reporting a rise in missed payments from commercial real estate borrowers.

Business - Inc. - October 29

JPMorgan Chase Sues Four Customers for Bank Fraud Seen in Viral TikToks

The people deposited fake checks and withdrew large sums from Chase ATMs, the lawsuits said.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

Swiss bank UBS smashes third-quarter expectations with $1.4 billion in profit

Swiss banking titan UBS on Wednesday posted a large profit beat, after completing its first wave of client migrations following its integration of collapsed domestic rival Credit Suisse.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Harvey Schwartz and Peter Mandelson quit Bank of London board

Departures including that of former chief executive Anthony Watson are the latest setback for troubled fintech

Business - Financial Times - October 30

This bank account is paying 5.25% right now as interest rates surge

Big rises in yields in recent weeks are good for savers.

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

Closure of UK inheritance tax ‘loophole’ to penalise estates of wealthy pensioners

Experts say big tax bills could result from Rachel Reeves’ move in the Budget

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Bank of Japan holds rates but signals normalisation still on track

Political uncertainty following election upset raises risks of abrupt policy shifts, warn analysts

World - Financial Times - October 31

Switzerland is now flirting with deflation, causing a dilemma for its central bank

Switzerland could be at risk of slipping into deflationary territory next year as a stronger Swiss franc dogs policymakers' efforts to get a handle on prices.

Business - CNBC - October 31

BNP Paribas Investment Bank Growth Offsets Retail Weakness

BNP Paribas reported a rise in third-quarter earnings that was in line with market expectations, as growth in its investment bank offset softness in its domestic retail business.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31

‘Not just a museum’: Kenya’s seed bank offers unexpected lifeline for farmers

Set up to conserve traditional seeds, the Genetic Resources Research Institute is now helping smallholders diversify with crops resilient to the rapid changes in climate. On a winding road in the ...

World - The Guardian - October 31

Danske Bank Lifts Guidance After Net Profit Tops Hopes

The Copenhagen-based bank raised its full-year net profit forecast after reporting a market-beating figure for the third quarter.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31

Lebanon's detained former central bank governor faces new corruption charge

A Lebanese judge has charged the country’s detained former central bank governor with illicit enrichment and issued an arrest warrant

World - ABC News - October 31

Destructive Israeli Raid in West Bank Kills 5, Palestinians Say

The Israeli military said its soldiers had engaged in close combat in the Nur Shams area of the occupied territory.

World - The New York Times - November 1

Central banks need escape route from cycle of boom and bust

We should debate excessive policy easing and the neglect of credit and debt developments

World - Financial Times - November 1

Foreclosures in China Soar, Threatening to Choke Off Bank Profits

When the housing market was flying high, mortgage defaults were almost nonexistent. But now the legal system is struggling to keep up with evictions.

Business - The New York Times - November 4

Israel Strikes Syria for Second Day, Targeting Hezbollah Weapons Facilities

The military said the attacks were meant to reduce the transfer of weapons and intelligence from Iran through Syria to Hezbollah, the armed group in Lebanon.

World - The New York Times - November 5

Bank stocks jump almost 12% as traders bet on less regulation in a Trump presidency

A handful of well-known bank names jumped as traders ready for a second Trump term.

Business - CNBC - November 6

Bank stocks soar as Trump victory expected to lead to looser regulatory backdrop

Banks have been pushing all year to loosen capital requirements and are also expected to benefit from potential tax cuts.

Business - MarketWatch - November 6

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Congress returns after election break

Alberta Breaks With the Canadian Pension Model

Mistakes remain but England friendlies valuable

Marler retires from England 'dream bubble'

Will Lawrence switch improve England's attack?

Review of England's defeat by Australia 'brutal'

Palmer 'frustrated' by lack of England opportunity

England's Kane benched vs. Greece; Watkins in

Liam Payne’s Former One Direction Bandmates Attend His Funeral in England

England are in a very good place - George

World's oldest man dies in England

'England arrive at judgement day for Bazball'

World's oldest man dies in England

US leads efforts to keep lifeline for West Bank lenders open

Heritage Foundation: the rightwing ‘Project 2025’ think-tank banking on Trump

Petrol and food prices will fall thanks to oil glut, says World Bank

Former bank boss in Latvia jailed for ordering killing of whistleblower

Deteriorating Loans Stress Regional Banks’ Office Building Portfolios

JPMorgan Chase Sues Four Customers for Bank Fraud Seen in Viral TikToks

Swiss bank UBS smashes third-quarter expectations with $1.4 billion in profit

Harvey Schwartz and Peter Mandelson quit Bank of London board

This bank account is paying 5.25% right now as interest rates surge

Closure of UK inheritance tax ‘loophole’ to penalise estates of wealthy pensioners

Bank of Japan holds rates but signals normalisation still on track

Switzerland is now flirting with deflation, causing a dilemma for its central bank

BNP Paribas Investment Bank Growth Offsets Retail Weakness

‘Not just a museum’: Kenya’s seed bank offers unexpected lifeline for farmers

Danske Bank Lifts Guidance After Net Profit Tops Hopes

Lebanon's detained former central bank governor faces new corruption charge

Destructive Israeli Raid in West Bank Kills 5, Palestinians Say

Central banks need escape route from cycle of boom and bust

Foreclosures in China Soar, Threatening to Choke Off Bank Profits

Israel Strikes Syria for Second Day, Targeting Hezbollah Weapons Facilities

Bank stocks jump almost 12% as traders bet on less regulation in a Trump presidency

Bank stocks soar as Trump victory expected to lead to looser regulatory backdrop

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