Britain's Political Realities
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ABC News - World
Britain's Treasury chief tries to turn on the economic optimism after gloomy talk
British Treasury chief Rachel Reeves has promised not to return to an era of public spending cuts despite the dire state of the U.K.’s national finances21 minutes ago -
CNBC - Business
Britain's finance minister calls for spending discipline but no return to austerity
U.K. Finance Minister Rachel Reeves vowed on Monday that Britain will not return to austerity, saying her budget proposals will look to rebuild the country.1 hour ago -
Financial Times - Business
Germany, political extremism and the risks to Ukraine
The fracturing of politics in the Federal Republic threatens western unity and support for Kyiv2 hours ago - Ukraine -
The New York Times - Top stories
Just When You Thought Politics Couldn’t Get Any Grosser
The Mark Robinson story is yet another case of self-declared morality being at variance with actual behavior.4 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
A stunning sterling rally is about to collide with Britain's political realities
The pound's rally on the back of the Bank of England communication "looks fully justified," Chris Turner, global head of markets at ING, said.6 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Rachel Reeves to promise 'a Budget to rebuild Britain'
But the chancellor's conference speech on Monday risks being overshadowed by the row over her decision to axe winter fuel payments.13 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Britain's Labour Party gathers after a rocky start in government and a scandal over clothes
This should be a time of celebration for Britain’s Labour Party13 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Left-leaning leader wins Sri Lanka election in political paradigm shift
Anura Kumara Dissanayake beat his rivals after a historic second round of vote counting.22 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Sri Lanka's new president: Political outsider makes remarkable turnaround
The newly-elected president signals a pivot away from the unpopular old political order.23 hours ago - Sri Lanka -
The Guardian - World
Labour, beware: Britain’s housing crisis is driving voters towards populism | John Harris
Whenever I talk to people who are bitterly disconnected from politics, they raise the lack of decent homes. That’s the stark truth the party needs to address. Whatever the Starmer administration’s ...Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Labour warns of gloomy reality for economy
The Scottish Secretary tells the BBC his party inherted the "worst economic and public service finances situation since the Second World War".Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
The Politics of Motherhood Become a Campaign-Trail Cudgel
The presidential race has exposed a fault line in American political culture over the deeply personal decision to have children.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
Venezuelan Gang’s Path to U.S. Stokes Fear, Crime and Border Politics
Tren de Aragua’s emergence in New York City and elsewhere has led law enforcement officials to strategize how to stem the gang’s growth.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
Daniel J. Evans, 98, Washington State Governor Who Went to Senate, Dies
A moderate Republican, he championed education, civil rights and environmental causes as a three-term governor and on Capitol Hill. He was eyed as a potential vice president.Yesterday -
The New York Times - World
Macron Appoints Cabinet as He Seeks to Move France Out of Political Impasse
The government still faces two challenges in the coming weeks: the risk of a no-confidence vote and a tight budget deadline.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
Liz Cheney Suggests a New Political Party May Be Needed
Ms. Cheney, a longtime Republican, said that the G.O.P. “has rejected the Constitution in the name of supporting Trump” and that Mike Johnson should not be speaker.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Teamsters play hardball with politics during pivotal period for unions
The Teamsters’ decision this week to not endorse a presidential candidate sent a message of disappointment over both candidates' commitment to the prominent union's issues, and about the rising ...Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
Why Leaders Need to Keep Politics Out of the Workplace
As we enter a charged political season, organizations need to bring people together -- not tear them apart.Yesterday -
Financial Times - World
Britain and Germany are failing differently
Two contrasting ways of running a country are now similarly unsuccessful2 days ago - United Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
Republicans absorb a political shockwave in must-win North Carolina
Scandalous claims about a Trump-endorsed candidate for governor generate turbulence on the campaign trial.2 days ago - Republican Party -
The Guardian - World
Postecoglou faces volatile reality with climate shifting at Tottenham
Spurs manager enjoyed a stirring start to reign last season but is now enduring difficult questions from grumbling fans. Ange Postecoglou agrees because he knew just as well as anyone how it would ...2 days ago - Climate -
CBS Sports - Sports
Britain Covey backs up trust of Jalen Hurts, Eagles coaches with career performance: 'He showed up for us'
Covey had six targets in Week 2 for a reason2 days ago - NFL -
The Hill - Politics
Canada’s tariff on China’s electric vehicles is all about US politics
It sends a message to the U.S. that Canada is willing and able to close Fortress North America to Chinese trade and investment, which is key if the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement is to be renewed in ...2 days ago - China -
The Hill - Politics
12:30 Report — Robinson revelations rock political world
Presented by Novo Nordisk — ☕Plus: More RFK Jr. drama {beacon} 12:30 REPORT Happy Friday! Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) described the news of the last 24 hours very well. “I feel like today was very ...2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Shared political views are more likely to result in a job hire
Seven in 10 hiring managers will prioritize candidates who share their political views, according to a new poll. Resume Builder’s research, as the U.S. presidential election hots up, is timely. The ...2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
Britain's ultra-wealthy are threatening to exit en masse ahead of proposed tax changes
Labour's plans to axe the U.K.'s non-dom tax regime could spark an ultra wealthy exodus, advisers and research bodies have warned.3 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Star political reporter placed on leave over relationship with RFK Jr.
A star reporter who covered Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s presidential campaign has been placed on leave after admitting a relationship with a former reporting subject.3 days ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
In Lawsuit, MrBeast Reality Show Contestants Allege ‘Dangerous Conditions’
A group of people who participated in the reality competition show this summer are suing MrBeast’s production company.4 days ago