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And the Mag 7’s tricky balance

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Capital gains tax: a short history

Since its beginnings in 1965, many UK chancellors have sought to reform the levy as a means of spurring economic growth

World - Financial Times - October 19

When venture capitalism goes wrong

The demise of Byju’s holds lessons for other ambitious scale-ups and investors

Business - Financial Times - October 23

Republicans maintain their grip on state capitals

Republicans broke up ruling trifectas in Michigan and Minnesota, while limiting their losses in Wisconsin.

Politics - Politico - 2 days ago

Is a ‘Green’ Revolution Poisoning India’s Capital?

India promised to burn its trash mountains and safely turn them into electricity. But a New York Times investigation found hazardous levels of toxic substances around homes, playgrounds and schools.

World - The New York Times - 1 hour ago

The never-ending cruise story

The story of the world cruise stranded for months in Belfast.

Sri Lanka closes schools as floods hammer the capital

Sri Lanka has closed schools in its capital, Colombo, and its suburbs as heavy rains triggered floods in many parts of the island nation

World - ABC News - October 14

Fuji Soft to Consider Bain Capital's Offer

Fuji Soft said it would sincerely consider Bain Capital’s tender offer, which beat private-equity firm KKR’s offer, possibly setting the stage for a bidding war for the Japanese software developer.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - October 14

9 Strategies for Capitalizing on a Derivative Business Opportunity

You don’t need a completely new or disruptive idea to build a successful business.

Business - Inc. - October 16

Blinken urges Netanyahu to 'capitalize on Israel’s successful action'

World - Yahoo News - October 22

Jordan North boosts Capital radio breakfast ratings

The Burnley-born presenter left Radio 1 earlier this year and replaced Roman Kemp at Capital in April.

Capital barriers in Africa could ‘fracture’ the energy transition

Also in today’s newsletter, shale magnate says US democracy ‘would be safe’ under Trump

World - Financial Times - October 24

This Is a Marquee World Series, and M.L.B. Plans to Capitalize

Commissioner Rob Manfred believes the league is positioned to propel its biggest stars further into the sporting fan’s consciousness.

Sports - The New York Times - October 26

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

Capital gains tax calculator: how are you affected?

UK chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced an immediate increase in her first Budget

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Scale Farther and Faster with Founder-Friendly Capital

In your backyard, you set the rules and pick teams.

Business - Inc. - October 31

What kind of capitalism does Trump believe in?

The president-elect would do well to remember what Adam Smith said about the role of ‘moral sentiments’

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Atos Launches $252 Million Capital Increase

The troubled IT firm said it would issue new shares in its latest move to reduce debt.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday

What you never knew about pigeons

Love them or hate them, pigeons are an iconic animal of New York City. But there is much about these birds that remains a mystery to most, from their intelligence, to their ability to thrive in a ...

'I never thought I would make it to this stage'

Film school graduate Shamiam suffered 70% burns as a baby and had her forearms turned into "fingers".

LeBron takes court with Bronny: 'Will never forget'

LeBron and Bronny James became the first father-son duo in NBA history to appear in a game together when they checked in at the same time with 4:00 left in the second quarter Tuesday night.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

As Election Looms, Disinformation ‘Has Never Been Worse’

A torrent of falsehoods, from home and abroad, have undermined what was once a shared faith in the honesty of America’s democracy.

Business - The New York Times - October 23

Never-ending story: rare flower gatherers of Diamantina

Gatherers of a rare Brazilian flower find their way of life – and incomes – are under threat. Ana Caroline de Lima , recipient of the Joan Wakelin Bursary , explains why. In the heart of Minas ...

World - The Guardian - October 31

Monkeys will never type Shakespeare, study finds

Australian researchers have poked holes in an old thought-experiment known as the "infinite monkey theorem".

Hat-trick hero Gyokeres' rise from Brighton reject to Sporting star

Viktor Gyokeres' hat-trick against Manchester City took him to 66 goals in 67 games for Sporting, but will he follow Ruben Amorim out of Lisbon?

Fighting Climate Change Was ‘Never an America-Only Game’

The head of the World Bank on what comes next after the U.S. election.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

NBA never spoke with ex-girlfriend in Hayes case

The NBA never spoke with a woman who said then-New Orleans Pelicans center Jaxson Hayes hit her in 2021 -- an incident that led to his arrest on domestic violence charges. Hayes, now with the ...

Sports - ESPN - 12 hours ago

Violence-hit Pakistan locks down its capital for an Asian security meeting

Pakistani authorities have locked down the capital in a major security move as senior officials from several nations arrive for an Asian security group meeting

World - ABC News - October 15

The world’s second Sphere will be built in the UAE capital after Vegas' first

The world’s second Sphere will be built in the capital of the United Arab Emirates after the opening of the first in Las Vegas

Sports - ABC News - October 16

Reeves expected to focus rise in capital gains tax on share sales

Chancellor likely to increase CGT in October 30 Budget as part of efforts to close £40bn funding gap

Business - Financial Times - October 16

UK should use private capital to rebuild NHS, say health leaders

Report by NHS Confederation concludes that ministers are likely to need several options to raise capital

World - Financial Times - October 17

7 killed in suicide bomber attack at a cafe in Somalia's capital

Police said seven people died and six others were injured after a suicide bomber detonated an unidentified device at a café outside a police training school in Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu

World - ABC News - October 18

Yes, CEOs are moving left, but ‘woke capitalism’ is not the whole story

The corporate world has taken a progressive turn, while polarisation is also on the rise

Business - Financial Times - October 18

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