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Labour Party takes control of U.K. Parliament in historic landslide
There's a changing of the guard in British politics after the progressive Labour Party took control of Parliament in a historic landslide. Voter turnout was low, but the change to Britain's government will be sweeping. Imtiaz Tyab explains. -
Financial Times - World
Starmer’s next challenge? Bending Whitehall to his will
The new prime minister must apply the ruthlessness he showed in reshaping Labour to the task of governing -
Financial Times - World
The battle to control Africa’s national parks
A single NGO is managing an ever-growing number of wildlife reserves. Critics say it is engaged in colonialism 2.0 -
Financial Times - Business
Cineworld considers closing quarter of its UK cinemas
Move is part of a restructuring plan to be put to creditors in an effort to slash costsUnited Kingdom -
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Israel considers Hamas response to cease-fire proposal
An Israeli delegation headed by Mossad Director David Barnea is traveling to Qatar in a continuation of talks on a potential cease-fire and hostage deal.Israel -
The Wall Street Journal - World
French Parties Cooperate to Stop Far Right from Controlling Parliament
A leftist alliance and the party of President Emmanuel Macron withdrew almost all their third-place candidates in an attempt to impede Marine Le Pen’s party.France -
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Biden is not considering dropping out of the race, White House insists
President Joe Biden is not considering stepping down or dropping out of the race, the White House said Wednesday as it does damage control after his debate performance.Joe Biden -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts Takes Back Control
In the term just ended, Roberts moved the law to match his priorities—and didn’t worry about getting liberal justices on board. -
The Hill - Politics
The Memo: White House plays damage control as peril deepens for Biden
The White House was engaged in a furious round of damage control on Wednesday as the crisis around President Biden deepened. Biden’s aides, both at the White House and on his campaign, are seeking to bat down damaging stories almost by the hour — ...Joe Biden -
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3 homeowner types who should consider refinancing their mortgage now
The mortgage rate climate is changing, leading to refinance opportunities for some owners. Here's what to know now. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The WSJ Dollar Index Falls 0.2% to 100.25
The WSJ Dollar Index was down 0.2% to 100.25 — down for two consecutive trading days. -
The Hill - Politics
Democratic rep says 'all viable options' should be considered for 2024 ticket
Rep. Seth Moulton (D-Mass.) said on Wednesday Democrats should consider “all viable options,” as the party weighs next steps amid concerns about President Biden’s standing as the presumptive party nominee. “When your current strategy isn’t ... -
CNBC - Business
Rent a car for a road trip, or drive your own? 5 things to consider
There are many financial factors to consider, such as daily rental rates, insurance, fuel efficiency, depreciation and contract terms for leases. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Disney CEO Bob Iger and Willow Bay close to purchasing controlling stake in NWSL club Angel City FC: Reports
Iger and Bay will replace Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian as majority owner of the team, which is worth a reported $300 million. -
The Guardian - World
Biden says he’s best qualified to beat Trump, brushes off low polling and denies cognitive issues – live
President says in occasionally tense ABC interview he is not dropping out and believes he’s the best candidate to win. Full story: Biden calls Trump debate a ‘bad episode’Joe Biden has cancelled his upcoming Sunday address to the National ...Joe Biden -
The Guardian - World
England lose control and embrace the chaos to rise from the canvas again | Jonathan Liew
Southgate’s plans are in tatters but his side are in the semi-finals and none of it makes the slightest sense. It’s the second half of extra time, and about 107 minutes have been played, or maybe a couple, or maybe four months, it’s hard to tell. ... -
MarketWatch - Business
I considered taking Social Security at 62 instead of waiting. Why you should too.
Your health, life circumstances and the viability of Social Security might conflict with your ideal age to start taking benefits. -
ABC News - Entertainment
It's considered the first American novel, but this 1789 book isn't quite summer beach reading
Critics have long debated which books qualify as a ‘Great American Novel -
CBS Sports - Sports
Giants considered signing D'Andre Swift in free agency, thought it would be 'hard to get him out of Philly'
The Giants considered Swift as a possibility to replace Saquon Barkley -
CBS Sports - Sports
Fourth of July 2024: How did New England Patriots get their name? Other nicknames that were considered
A reminder of how the franchise got its name -
MarketWatch - Business
Mother of six whose $444 Trader Joe’s receipt went viral still considers the store ‘super cheap’
A video showing a California mom’s $444.38 grocery bill has been viewed more than 17 million times. And she told MarketWatch she’s actually OK with the total tab. -
Financial Times - World
The UK’s new electoral map in charts
The results are in — what have we learned? -
BBC News - Top stories
Labour is back in Scotland - this is big
Labour has comeback in Scotland at the expense of the SNP but what has that done to the political landscape? -
The Guardian - World
Who is in the new Labour cabinet?
With many MPs who served Blair and Brown, Starmer’s team is one of the most experienced in recent times. UK election live – latest updatesFollowing a landslide election victory, Keir Starmer’s Labour government faces a range of urgent priorities ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Israel has declared control over its single-largest swath of land in the occupied West Bank this year, expanding its ability to build settlements in the Palestinian territory as it pursues the war in Gaza.
Israel has declared control over its single-largest swath of land in the occupied West Bank this year, expanding its ability to build settlements in the Palestinian territory as it pursues the war in Gaza. -
The Hill - Politics
Will Labour's ambiguous roadmap deliver for the UK?
After five elections, there's a growing realization among voters that the Tories lack effective solutions. Should Labour also falter in delivering credible strategies, the repercussions could be severe, despite their anticipated parliamentary ... -
BBC News - Top stories
George Galloway beaten by Labour in Rochdale
Labour wins back Rochdale from Workers Party of Britain founder George Galloway. -
Financial Times - World
Labour wins UK election by a landslide
Exit polls show Keir Starmer’s party gaining big majority over ConservativesUnited Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
Labour manifesto: What they plan to do in government
See what the party has promised to do on issues including the economy, the NHS, immigration and housing. -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Labour sweeps to power in UK election
Also in today’s newsletter, Biden admits he ‘screwed up’ and Tesla gets Beijing’s backingUnited Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
Chris Mason: 'Starmer tsunami' as voters show ruthless drive to eject Tories
The whirlwind of British politics continues and the UK is to have its fourth prime minister in under two years, the BBC's political editor says. -
The Hill - Politics
Keir Starmer and Labour’s massive victory
Labour’s supermajority reflects a major turnaround from the 2019 election. -
BBC News - Top stories
Labour jubilation and disbelief at 'nuts' election
A rare general election win and a vast majority left one campaigner pinching himself. -
CBS News - Top stories
Labour Party sweeps in U.K. election
Labour Party leader Keir Starmer will be the United Kingdom's new prime minister after a general election led to massive losses for the Conservative Party. Rob Watson with BBC News, a CBS News partner, has more.United Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
The biggest Welsh challenges in Labour's inbox
Gareth Lewis outlines the biggest issues in Wales facing Keir Starmer's new UK government. -
Financial Times - Business
Starmer rules out UK rejoining EU single market in his lifetime
Labour leader’s stance is at odds with the opinion of many of his party’s votersUnited Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
The Sun backs Labour saying it's 'time for change'
The newspaper says the Tories have become "a divided rabble" and need "a period in opposition to unite". -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Democratic governors back Biden
Also in today’s newsletter, a $2.65bn luxury department store deal and Goldman lobbies to change Fed’s stress test resultJoe Biden -
Financial Times - Business
Labour should always choose growth over redistribution
People are happier when they get a fair share of an expanding pie -
BBC News - Top stories
Chris Mason's take on the exit poll
If the forecast is accurate, it means Sir Keir Starmer will become prime minister with 410 Labour MPs.