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Starmer vows to rip up bureaucracy to unleash ‘shock and awe’ of investment

Prime minister targets competition authority and other regulators he believes are stifling global appeal

Business - Financial Times - October 14

Have it large: why 2024 is the era of ultra-baggy jeans

From Rihanna to Loewe, jeans are enjoying a wide-legged moment. But for all of the excess denim being worn on catwalks, by celebrities and by gen Z, will the skinny ever truly fall out of favour?. ...

World - The Guardian - October 15

Girl Ultra falls back in love on latest EP 'Blush'

While celebrating the release of the "Blush" vinyl, Mariana de Miguel, a.k.a Girl Ultra, opens up about pushing creative and personal boundaries on the 7-track EP.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 16

These ultra-rich college endowment funds have a lot to learn about investing

Endowment managers’ attraction to hedge funds, real estate and other alternative investments ends poorly.

Business - MarketWatch - October 19

UK's ultra-rich feel the pinch from Labour's tax-raising budget

Britain's wealthy are feeling the pinch following a slew of targeted tax hikes in the Labour government's budget, with many saying they are making good on plans to leave.

Business - CNBC - 4 days ago

Ultra-rich using jets like taxis, climate scientists warn

Researchers worked out the amount of planet-warming gas released by private jets over four years.

Save $100 On Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones With This Black Friday Deal

Over at Best Buy, you can get a pretty fantastic set of premium Bose headphones at a big discount as part of the retail chain's Early Black Friday Sale. Normally $429, they're on sale for $329 ...

Tech - GameSpot - Yesterday

Switzerland’s wealth managers bank on a future in Asia

Hong Kong and Singapore are the world’s rising wealth centres

World - Financial Times - October 16

BRC Asia (SGX:BEC) Will Pay A Dividend Of SGD0.06

BRC Asia Limited ( SGX:BEC ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of SGD0.06 per share on the 15th of November...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16

Ancient Cities Unearthed in Mountains of Central Asia

The discovery suggests that trade routes along the Silk Road were far more complex than previously understood.

Science - The New York Times - October 23

FirstFT: Twin scandals hit PwC’s Asia profits

Also in today’s newsletter, the fallout from the Madison Square Garden rally and what happened to Project 2025?

World - Financial Times - October 29

Moncler Revenue Falls on Lower Demand in Asia, Europe

The Italian fashion group said the results were hit by lower consumer confidence in several markets, as the luxury industry continues to grapple with a period of volatility.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

Hidden sugars in Asia’s baby food spark concerns

The BBC takes a closer look at the products more and more parents are turning to for their children.

US shares and Bitcoin hit record highs on Trump win

The result could have a far-reaching implications for tax and trade policy, as well as economies around the world.

Asia will get rough end of the Trump trade

Process of pricing in rising protectionism in the auto sector has barely begun

World - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Trump and the lure of strongman leadership

The president-elect has fundamentally shifted the norms and ideology of American politics

World - Financial Times - 2 days ago

'No one really saw this coming': Chargers' Scott Matlock is NFL's ultra-rare two-way player

Scott Matlock splits time between fullback and the defensive line for the Chargers, a fittingly singular role for a player who has defied odds.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 18

Inter and AC Milan ultra groups investigation explained: 19 arrested, mafia involvement, what's next

Italian police are currently investigating links between ultra groups and criminal organizations

Sports - CBS Sports - October 31

British Clothing Brand Boden Lures Shoppers to Scranton

The British brand Boden offers sample-sale prices at an outlet on Biden Street in the industrial Pennsylvania city.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 17

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