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UK and EU countries must spend more on defence, says Lammy
The foreign secretary said Vladimir Putin would not "go away" even in the event of a negotiated peace in UkraineBBC News - 5d -
AI race must be led by ‘western, liberal, democratic’ countries, says UK minister
Technology secretary delivers veiled warning over China’s role ahead of Paris summit. The artificial intelligence race must be led by “western, liberal, democratic” countries, said the UK ...The Guardian - Feb. 10 -
Growth in Russian military spending outpaces all European countries combined: Think tank
The rate of growth for Russia's military spending outpaced all other European countries combined in 2024 as its invasion of Ukraine has persisted for nearly three years, according to an analysis ...The Hill - Feb. 12 -
Trump’s return means UK must swiftly find a way to increase defence spending | Peter Walker
Under Biden, the move could wait until the UK worked out how to meet its 2.5% GDP commitment. Not now. It has been one of the few political constants in a turbulent period for British politics: an ...The Guardian - 4d -
No, asylum-seekers are not invading the country
If “invasion” implies chaotic, irregular entry, ending humanitarian parole is more likely to foment it.The Hill - Feb. 12 -
How each country’s emissions compare
A searchable dashboard of 193 countries’ historical emissions and future climate targetsFinancial Times - 2d -
Fifty countries affected by USAID freeze, says WHO
HIV treatments and other services have been disrupted, says Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.BBC News - Feb. 12 -
Trump launches plan to target countries with new tariffs
The US president ordered his staff to develop a response to countries with trade policies he says are unfair.BBC News - 6d -
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Smaller countries learn to hedge their bets in the age of Trump
This is a world in which no one can ‘price’ peace any moreFinancial Times - 6d -
Trump suggests no laws violated if he ‘saves’ country
President Trump said over the weekend his work to "save" the country gives him legal leeway. “He who saves his Country does not violate any Law,” Trump posted Saturday to Truth Social and X. The ...The Hill - 3d -
European countries clash over sending troops to Ukraine
Germany, Italy, Spain and Poland express reluctance after Britain says it is prepared to commit forcesFinancial Times - 3d -
Record Valentine's Day spending expected
Valentine's Day is just a week away, and candy sales are expected to soar. It's a busy time of year for chocolatiers, including Norman Love Confections, a Florida company that produces ...CBS News - Feb. 8 -
Manfred: Dodgers spending 'within the rules'
Commissioner Rob Manfred acknowledged the widespread concern over payroll disparity in MLB but said he blames the system, not the Dodgers.ESPN - 1d -
Congress must prevent a mass-amnesty for COVID fraud
Don't give criminals and fraudsters a “get out of jail free” card for COVID fraud.The Hill - Feb. 8 -
Trump must not pardon Sam Bankman-Fried
Donald Trump should not pardon Sam Bankman-Fried, as his crimes were intentional and he defrauded thousands of people, rather than being reckless or unfortunate mistakes.The Hill - Feb. 9 -
The Horror Show of Hamas Must End Now
The region needs to be put to a choice about Gaza’s future.The New York Times - Feb. 11 -
Sotomayor Says Presidents Are Not Monarchs and Must Obey Rulings
Speaking in general terms at a Florida college and not naming President Trump, the Supreme Court justice’s remarks took on potency in the current climate.The New York Times - Feb. 12 -
Ukraine must be at heart of talks, says Healey
The UK's defence secretary says there can be no negotiation on Ukraine without Ukraine.BBC News - Feb. 13 -
The jobs are there but America must now create the workers
Investment in training is crucial to produce the talent needed for the work of the futureFinancial Times - Feb. 13 -
Europe must respond to Trump ‘electroshock’, says Macron
French president tells Financial Times that continent should ‘muscle up’ and secure its own futureFinancial Times - Feb. 14 -
Ocasio-Cortez says Adams 'must be removed'
Rep. Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) publicly urged New York Mayor Eric Adams (D) to resign on Thursday, echoing previous calls to remove him from leadership following his federal indictment on ...The Hill - Feb. 14 -
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We must fund oppositions properly to save democracy
Without resources, they will be grossly unprepared for the difficult business of governingFinancial Times - 3d -
Flick: Barça must avoid Bellingham 'weakness'
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has warned his players against showing "weakness" by arguing with referees after Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham was sent offESPN - 3d -
Guardiola denies City spend due to embargo fear
Pep Guardiola has denied that Manchester City's January recruitment drive was motivated by concern within the club that they could be hit with a transfer embargo.ESPN - Feb. 8 -
Judges block Musk's efforts to slash federal spending
Federal judges block President Trump and Elon Musk's attempts to slash spending and reshape the federal workforce. NBC News' Aaron Gilchrist reports.NBC News - Feb. 9 -
Brady's B'ham, Wrexham drive record spending
Teams in League One have spent record amounts with the influence of American owners such as Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney at Wrexham and Tom Brady's part in Knighthead Capital's ownership of ...ESPN - Feb. 9 -
A quick way to cut $1 trillion in federal spending
President Trump suggests that state governments should have primary responsibility for handling disasters, and cutting federal taxes would allow states to access more money to address their needs.The Hill - Feb. 11 -
Schumer: Democrats will use spending bills to curb Musk
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) says Democrats will push for language in the spending bills that need to pass by March 14 that would unwind Elon Musk’s efforts to dismantle government ...The Hill - Feb. 11 -
The Pentagon needs a budget cut, not a spending spree
Lawmakers are pushing to increase Pentagon spending by up to $500 billion, but this would accelerate our national debt and fail to address wasteful programs and inefficiencies.The Hill - Feb. 12 -
Dominion Energy Will Spend $50 Billion to Increase Capacity
The Virginia-based utility firm aims to meet record energy demand from data centers.Inc. - Feb. 12 -
Republicans Love Trump’s Spending Cuts. Just Not in Their States.
Even as they praise the president’s unilateral actions to slash federal spending, G.O.P. lawmakers have quietly moved to seek carve outs or exemptions for their own constituents.The New York Times - Feb. 12 -
EU to ease fiscal rules to boost defence spending
Activation of ‘escape clause’ will help countries ‘substantially increase’ military spending, says Ursula von der LeyenFinancial Times - 6d -
NAACP Encourages Spending at Companies That Didn’t Ditch DEI
The NAACP published a guide to drive buyers toward companies that prioritize diversity.Inc. - 3d -
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DOGE "receipts" show approved spending, not evidence of fraud
Elon Musk and President Trump have said that DOGE's mission is to root out waste and abuse. The White House claims the agency has uncovered fraud and released a "wall of receipts" to show its ...CBS News - 2d -
Bond investors brace for Europe’s defence spending ‘bazooka’
Sovereign debt yield curves at their steepest in more than two years as investors anticipate more supplyFinancial Times - 1d -
‘Backsliding’: most countries to miss vital climate deadline as Cop30 nears
Developing countries urge biggest polluters to act as Trump’s return to the White House heightens geopolitical turmoil. The vast majority of governments are likely to miss a looming deadline to ...The Guardian - Feb. 8
