Government Borrowing

Biden's latest student debt plan would create forgiveness path for borrowers facing financial ruin

The Biden administration introduced a proposal to deliver student loan forgiveness to millions of people experiencing devastating financial hardship.

Business - CNBC - October 25

8 million student loan borrowers would qualify for relief under Biden 'hardship' rules

The Biden administration announced on Friday proposed rules to give student debt relief to borrowers experiencing “hardship” in the president’s latest attempt to forgive student loans. The ...

Politics - The Hill - October 25

UK borrowing costs hit post-election high on eve of Reeves’ first Budget

Chancellor will draw parallels with Tony Blair government’s efforts to repair country’s social fabric in late 1990s

Business - Financial Times - October 30

FirstFT: US consumers continue to spend, spend, spend

Also in today’s newsletter, North Korea fires its longest-ever test missile, and the activists ready to challenge the election result

World - Financial Times - October 31

UK’s borrowing costs rise as Reeves’s budget prompts fears of slower interest rate cuts

Markets conclude higher level of public spending could lead to higher inflation, making cuts in Bank of England rate less likely. . UK government borrowing costs have risen to their highest level ...

World - The Guardian - October 31

China's developers are borrowing more to sate thirst for capital after flood gates opened

World - Yahoo News - 6 days ago

3 ways President-elect Donald Trump's next term may impact student loan borrowers

The former president will return to the White House in January 2025 following his win over Vice President Kamala Harris.

Business - CNBC - 4 days ago

How to say 'no' when family and friends ask to borrow money, from a financial therapist

Here's one way to set financial boundaries with friends or family members and how to manage guilt when you need to say no, according to a financial therapist.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

I’m 69 and have $10,000 in legal bills from my divorce. Is now the time to borrow from my IRA?

“I never dreamed I’d be in this position.”

Business - MarketWatch - 10 hours ago

What will a second Trump term mean for student-loan borrowers? Project 2025 and the Betsy DeVos era offer clues

The president-elect’s approach to student-loan debt is likely to mark a radical departure from the Biden administration’s

Business - MarketWatch - 7 hours ago

Scholz to deliver German government statement on EU summit

World - Yahoo News - October 16

UK government not considering Scottish visa to attract migrants

Sir Keir Starmer has been urged to transfer powers to the Scottish government to help address labour shortages.

Israel Strikes at Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon, Hitting City Building

The mayor of Nabatieh was killed, according to Lebanese state media, in an air raid that Israel said was targeting Hezbollah.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 16

Government to give magistrates more sentencing powers

Magistrates in England and Wales will be able to jail offenders for up to 12 months from November to stop cases clogging up crown courts.

Sustainable Aviation Fuel Projects Get Government Boost

The Department of Energy offered conditional loan guarantees worth about $3 billion for two sustainable aviation fuel projects in Montana and South Dakota.

Business - Inc. - October 17

Portugal’s Opposition to Let Minority Government’s Budget Pass

World - Yahoo News - October 17

UK government to launch HS2 review as costs spiral

Transport secretary Louise Haigh says delivery of rail link project has been ‘dire’

Business - Financial Times - October 20

What are things coming to if a multinational can’t humble a government?

A behind-the-scenes look at the work of Rutherford Hall, critical communications strategist

World - Financial Times - October 21

German government decries attempts to influence Moldova

World - Yahoo News - October 21

In Oklahoma, we know that government kills opportunity

Endless litigious delays and overreaching environmental rules choke businesses

Politics - The Hill - October 21

English smacking ban being considered by government

Government ministers are considering outlawing physical punishment of children, Department for Education confirms.

Flemming Awards celebrate dedication, public service in government

Twelve public servants will be honored next month at the 75th anniversary of the Arthur S. Flemming Awards, an honor given to those who advance equity in their government work. While working in the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 22

Calls for UK government to discuss siblings' return

Sara’s five siblings have been in Pakistan since the defendants travelled with them in August 2023.

Workers could get right to strike for a year

A government document says the mandate to take industrial action could be extended.

Disposable vapes to be banned from June

Ministers say the Tobacco and Vapes Bill is intended to prevent environmental damage and protect children's health.

New Guidelines Serve as Government ‘Guardrails’ for A.I. Tools

A national security memorandum detailed how agencies should streamline operations with artificial intelligence safely.

Business - The New York Times - October 24

Government to Launch Probe into Air Travel Competition Market

President Joe Biden has prioritized airline competition, stopping consolidation efforts throughout the industry.

Business - Inc. - October 24

Chris Mason: Big week ahead and a chance for a government reset

After a stuttery start for the government, this week could allow them to set the tone of the coming years.

Voters: Beware the government’s China problem at home and abroad

If the public turns a blind eye to the Chinese government’s actions within our borders and to the broader implications of foreign policy on domestic security, who will pay attention?

Politics - The Hill - October 26

Trump’s women problem will elevate Harris and transform governance

Polls show Donald Trump struggling to get the same levels of support among women that he got in past elections.

Politics - The Hill - October 27

Japan Election: Governing Party Projected to Lose Majority

The Japanese electorate appeared to punish the Liberal Democrats, leaving it unclear whether the party would be forced to expand its coalition to stay in power.

World - The New York Times - October 27

Reeves embarks on Budget that will define Labour government

Prime minister and chancellor aim to convey sense of joint purpose ahead of long-awaited fiscal event on Wednesday

Business - Financial Times - October 28

Local government has become a chokehold for Chinese business

Beijing is promising change, but it comes at an unsettling price

World - Financial Times - October 28

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