Britain’s Role Changing

How the UK's 'big brother' role in Africa is changing

David Lammy is on his first visit to the continent since he became foreign secretary.

Dejan Kulusevski’s change of role central to Spurs’ hopes this season

On the wing, Kulusevski’s lack of speed was a problem, but in midfield, his speed of thought is crucial. By Ben McAleer for WhoScored . Abba Voyage isn’t the only Swedish attraction lighting ...

World - The Guardian - October 23

Employment rights bill will cost firms £5bn per year but benefits will justify costs, government says – UK politics live

Analysis from business and trade department says bill will significantly strengthen workers’ right. In the past the weirdest budget tradition was the convention that the chancellor is allowed to ...

World - The Guardian - October 21

King Charles tells summit the past can't be changed as leaders ask Britain to reckon with slavery

King Charles III has told a summit of Commonwealth countries in Samoa that the past could not be changed as he indirectly acknowledged calls from some of Britain’s former colonies for a reckoning ...

World - ABC News - October 25

'We can't change our history' on UK's role in slave trade, says Starmer

The prime minister says the practice was "abhorrent" but does not commit to making reparation payments.

Britain’s period of ‘National Reviewal’

Also in this week’s newsletter, SME export sales dip

World - Financial Times - October 24

Three tests for Britain’s Budget

Reeves must stabilise the economy, and pave the way for higher growth

Business - Financial Times - October 27

The pressures on Britain’s state, in charts

Ageing population is a great policy achievement but the higher costs demand tax increases and improved growth

World - Financial Times - October 30

Goodbye to low-tax Britain

One does not need to subscribe to hyperbolic Tory rhetoric to recognise that this Budget heralded a major shift

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Cooper 'believes in Britain's coaching pathway'

Leicester City manager Steve Cooper says he believes in Britain's culture and coaching pathway following Thomas Tuchel's appointment as England head coach.

The problem with Britain’s red tape obsession

UK has repeatedly promised to reduce bureaucracy, but such pledges have also kept falling short

World - Financial Times - October 20

PHOTO COLLECTION: Australia Britain Royals

This is a collection of photos chosen by AP photo editors.

Entertainment - ABC News - October 21

States take leading role on AI

The Hill's weekly technology news digest. {beacon} Friday, November 1, 2024 LEADING THE DAY States take leading role on AI as Washington lags Image © Getty Images State lawmakers across the ...

Politics - The Hill - November 1

The Papers: 'Right time to buy into Britain' and university expenses

The papers lead on a variety of stories, including a business summit in the UK on Monday.

Britain rejoins the EU foreign affairs council — for lunch

Also in this newsletter: the EU countries pushing for more, not less, green policy

World - Financial Times - October 14

Britain’s summer riots paid off for one company

Mitie Group, a provider of outsourcing services, said the provision of “surge response” security services for the U.K. Home Office was one factor behind a 13% rise in revenue in the first half

Business - MarketWatch - October 15

Britain's Fearnley extends winning streak to 13 matches

Britain's Jacob Fearnley extends his winning streak to 13 matches as he beats Corentin Moutet at the Stockholm Open.

MP launches plan to 'make Britain vaguely civilised'

Neil O'Brien's ideas include big fines for playing music on transport and a crackdown on spitting.

Jilly Cooper’s Britain: world capital of bad sex

A British weakness for bawdy banter is at the heart of hit TV show ‘Rivals’. Isn’t it time we grew up?

Business - Financial Times - October 26

UK Budget: What to Know Before Labour’s Announcement

The new Labour Party government said it had inherited a challenging financial position and warned of tax increases and spending cuts when it reveals its budget this week.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 28

‘No shortcuts’: Labour sets Britain on risky road to recovery

Starmer and Reeves have time on their side as they take major political gamble

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Britain’s Labour Budget: bold ambition, uncertain prospects

Rachel Reeves must now deliver on her investment plans, or taxes will rise even further

World - Financial Times - October 30

U.K. Budget Makes a Big Bet on Spending for Growth

The Labour Party is betting that extra spending on public services and more investment will eventually revitalize the country’s stagnant economy.

Business - The New York Times - October 31

Britain's Conservative Party elects Kemi Badenoch as leader

Kemi Badenoch is now the first Black woman to lead a major British political party.

Succession star praised for emotional film role

The actor stars opposite Jesse Eisenberg in A Real Pain, a film about family and grief with a comedic spin.

BBC to cut 155 roles from news operation

Broadcaster hopes move will save £24mn from budget, according to internal memo sent to staff

Business - Financial Times - October 15

Google Executive Overseeing Search and Advertising Leaves Role

Prabhakar Raghavan, the most senior Google executive overseeing its search engine and ads products, will be succeeded by longtime Google executive Nick Fox.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - October 17

Source: Wilshere to leave Arsenal for Norwich role

Former England midfielder Jack Wilshere is set to join Norwich City as a first-team coach, sources have told ESPN.

Sports - ESPN - October 19

Minister gives up Grenfell role after objections

"Perception matters" says Rushanara Ali after her attendance at Franco-British conference sparks disquiet among Grenfell survivors.

Milan coach hails 'fantastic' Pulisic for role in win

AC Milan manager Paulo Fonseca praised Christian Pulisic's all-round performance as his side beat Udinese 1-0 on Saturday despite being down to 10 men for more than an hour.

Sports - ESPN - October 20

What Is North Korea’s Role in the Russia-Ukraine War?

North Korea’s supply of munitions has already been critical to the Russian war effort. Now, its troops appear to be poised to join the fight in Ukraine.

World - The New York Times - October 24

Saleh joins friend LaFleur, Packers in 'fluid' role

Just over two weeks after being fired by the Jets, Robert Saleh was on the Packers' practice field Wednesday in a new role.

Sports - ESPN - October 24

Germany will play a pivotal role in Ukraine’s future

Russia is escalating its aggression even as western leaders debate Nato membership for Kyiv and a negotiated ceasefire

World - Financial Times - October 29

Jenrick accepts role in Badenoch's top team

Kemi Badenoch's Tory leadership rival has accepted the role of shadow justice secretary, the BBC understands.

My Intern Keeps Pushing For a Full-Time Role

… and three other tricky workplace dilemmas.

Business - Inc. - 2 days ago

The role cigarettes and chocolates played in tackling a TB epidemic

In 1957, Glasgow had the highest death rate from TB in Europe so health officials offered free prize draws for those who got X-rayed.

The important role of concession speeches to U.S. democracy

A concession speech delivered by the losing candidate is a patriotic tradition as old as the U.S. itself, and as Vice President Kamala Harris showed Wednesday, it often represents the most ...

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