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Founder of TikTok owner ByteDance jumps to top of China’s rich list as number of billionaires shrinks
Zhang Yiming, the founder of TikTok owner ByteDance, is China’s richest person, with personal wealth of $49.3 billion, an annual rich list showed Tuesday.Top stories - NBC News - October 30 -
Musk may have overpaid for Twitter, but now he is rich in priceless — and dangerous — influence
When Elon Musk closed on what looked like a massive overpay for Twitter, I scoffed along with everyone else. What we all failed to see was the savviness of Musk’s purchase and, more importantly, ...Politics - The Hill - October 31 -
Most voters in new survey say Trump cares about interests of rich over Harris
A majority of U.S. adults say former President Trump cares more about the needs and problems of wealthy Americans than Vice President Harris, a new survey revealed. The recent YouGov poll shows ...Politics - The Hill - November 2 -
If you’re rich and 59, the new 401(k) ‘super catch-up’ may be for you
The IRS rule starting in 2025 allows people ages 60 to 63 to add $11,250 extra to their 401(k).Business - MarketWatch - November 5 -
The election will have a huge impact on your estate, even if you’re not rich yet. Why you need to act now.
No matter who wins, the clock is ticking to book a lawyer to create or update your plan.Business - MarketWatch - November 5 -
Cowboys banking on QB Cooper Rush to repeat fill-in success for injured Dak Prescott, liken him to Rich Gannon
Dallas head coach Mike McCarthy is all in on eight-year vet Cooper RushSports - CBS Sports - November 8 -
‘They look like homes for rich people’: why Britain should look to Europe for its council housing revolution
On the continent, stylish, sustainable, community-minded social housing is a given, and nowhere more so than in Spain – from an elegant Barcelona women’s refuge to cool, solid stone houses in ...World - The Guardian - November 9 -
How long will we stomach sermons from royals made rich by their own charities? | Catherine Bennett
Despite their huge untaxed duchy revenues, King Charles and Prince William are still trying to claim the moral high ground. The British public remains immensely forgiving of royal failings, ...World - The Guardian - November 10 -
MLB rumors: Busy Angels add shortstop; Rich Hill wants to keep pitching with elusive World Series ring in mind
Here are your hot stove rumors for Thursday, Nov. 14Sports - CBS Sports - November 14 -
The Guardian view on UN climate talks: rich and poor nations can strike a win-win deal | Editorial
At Cop29 the global south needs to unite for sustainable growth, leveraging resources and negotiating transformative climate finance pacts. More than a century of burning coal, oil and gas has ...World - The Guardian - November 15 -
The violence in Amsterdam showed just how polarising – and radicalising – the Middle East conflict has been | Dave Rich
It should be possible to campaign for Palestinian freedom, condemn racist Israeli football fans and still show unequivocal solidarity with European Jews. The president of the United States does not ...World - The Guardian - November 16 -
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Cop29: $250bn climate finance offer from rich world an insult, critics say
Draft text under fire as poor nations wanted more of the money to come directly from developed countries. Cop29 climate summit – live updates Developing countries have reacted angrily to an ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Cop29 live: groups representing vulnerable nations walk out of meeting as fears grow over talks
Alliance of Small Island States and Least Developed Countries said they want a guaranteed 30% of climate finance, and then walked out of meeting. Marching in silence with their arms crossed high, ...World - The Guardian - 5 hours ago -
Why state governments are tightening their budgets
State governments in the U.S. must tighten budgets or take on more debt to manage declining revenues, long-standing liabilities and emerging risks.Business - CNBC - November 6 -
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Donald Trump’s alarming picks for government
The president-elect has put unswerving fealty above competence or suitabilityWorld - Financial Times - November 15 -
Tories accuse government of 'stoking inflation'
But Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner points out inflation was higher under the Conservatives.Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago -
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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.Top stories - BBC News - October 25 -
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 WednesdayBusiness - Financial Times - October 28 -
Local government has become a chokehold for Chinese business
Beijing is promising change, but it comes at an unsettling priceWorld - Financial Times - October 28 -
Chile’s leftwing government hit by rape scandal
President Gabriel Boric’s flagging popularity falls further amid allegations against his former security secretaryBusiness - Financial Times - October 28 -
UK Budget as it happened: Rachel Reeves raises tax, spending and borrowing
Taxes rise as chancellor delivers the first Labour budget since 2010Business - Financial Times - October 30 -
Extra £1.7bn for Welsh government in UK Budget
The chancellor also announces cash for coal tip safety and green hydrogen projects in Wales.Top stories - BBC News - October 30 -
Juryless rape trials pilot axed by Scottish government
The proposal would have seen a single judge decide whether people are guilty of rape and attempted rape.Top stories - BBC News - October 31 -
Botswana Voters Hand Governing Party a Stunning Rebuke
After 58 years, the Botswana Democratic Party lost its majority in Parliament, becoming the latest long-dominant party in southern Africa to fall from power.World - The New York Times - November 1 -
German Government at Risk of Collapse After Rift on Economy
A breakup of the divided and unpopular coalition well before elections set for next September could leave the country directionless at a critical time for Europe.World - The New York Times - November 2 -
Protesters call on government to tackle water pollution
Protesters from across the UK marched through London to call on the government to tackle water pollution.Top stories - BBC News - November 3 -
Mothers challenge government over child benefit cap
A charity supporting the women say the Universal Credit policy is "discriminatory and irrational".Top stories - BBC News - November 4 -
Pub garden smoking ban dropped from government plans
The Health Secretary said he didn't want to cause further harm to the hospitality industry in England.Top stories - BBC News - November 5 -
Germany’s Coalition Collapses, Leaving the Government Teetering
After months of disputes, Chancellor Olaf Scholz ousted one of his governing partners, adding to the challenges for Europe since Donald Trump’s election.World - The New York Times - November 7 -
German government collapses as Scholz sacks finance minister
Departure of Christian Lindner marks the end of the country’s unpopular three-party administrationWorld - Financial Times - November 6
