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Reeves optimistic despite surprise rise in UK borrowing
Borrowing - the difference between spending and tax revenue - hit its highest December level for four years.BBC News - 9h -
Reeves gives UK car lenders an unexpected jump-start
The fact that the Treasury has even tried to intervene could be seen as a positive for industry more broadlyFinancial Times - 10h -
Reeves says growth ‘trumps’ net zero as Heathrow runway decision looms
Chancellor will indicate backing for west London airport expansion next weekFinancial Times - 7h -
On fiscal policy Rachel Reeves must show, not tell
The chancellor needs to act upon her tough rhetoric if she is to assuage bond marketsFinancial Times - 10h -
UK borrowing jumps unexpectedly, adding to pressure on Rachel Reeves
Increase to £17.8bn is well above City forecasts and is highest December figure for four years. Business live – latest updates UK government borrowing jumped unexpectedly to £17.8bn last ...The Guardian - 14h -
Reeves intervenes in UK car finance mis-selling case to protect lenders
Treasury approach to Supreme Court is blow to consumer groups but chancellor fears damage to sectorFinancial Times - 2d -
Reeves backs plans for looser limits on mortgage lending
UK chancellor favours proposals by financial regulator for banks to take more risks to boost home ownershipFinancial Times - 2d -
Most Americans optimistic about incoming Trump presidency, CBS News poll shows
A new CBS News poll shows 60% of Americans feel optimistic about the next four years with Donald Trump as president. CBS News elections and surveys executive director Anthony Salvanto has more.CBS News - 2d -
Most Americans optimistic about Trump’s return to office: Poll
A new survey found that most Americans are optimistic about President-elect Trump returning to the White House. The survey, conducted by CBS News and YouGov, found that 60 percent of respondents ...The Hill - 3d -
The N.H.L. Team That Is Surprising Everyone This Season
Now beyond the season’s midpoint, these are the updated picks for Stanley Cup winner, dark horse, biggest disappointment and more.The New York Times - 4d -
The Celtics are in a slump — and their biggest issue is surprising
Should Boston be worried or is this just a blip on the radar?Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Reeves vs the markets
Plus, how Kemi Badenoch and Ed Davey have kicked off 2025Financial Times - 5d -
Going for growth: Rachel Reeves v the markets
What could the chancellor do to grow the economy?BBC News - 6d -
How Biden Surprised Progressives
To the departing president, F.D.R. seemed a guiding, if often elusive, star.The New York Times - 6d -
Gilt investors warn Reeves she may need to raise taxes
Chancellor seeks to reassure bond market after UK borrowing costs rose to highest level since financial crisisFinancial Times - Jan. 15 -
Reeves defends herself after market turbulence
The chancellor says it is "not reasonable to suggest" she was at fault for the recent market nervousness.BBC News - Jan. 14 -
Reeves shrugs off calls for resignation as she promises UK growth plan
Chancellor has faced increasing criticism over her handling of the economyFinancial Times - Jan. 14 -
Starmer has ‘full confidence’ in Reeves despite pressure on UK chancellor
Prime minister says she is doing a ‘fantastic job’ but declines to promise she will be in post at the next electionFinancial Times - Jan. 13 -
Bezos 'very optimistic' about Trump's space agenda
Jeff Bezos, owner of aerospace company Blue Origin, expressed optimism about the incoming Trump administration's space policy, emphasizing on Sunday he is not concerned over competitor Elon Musk's ...The Hill - Jan. 13 -
George Pickens isn't optimistic about the Steelers' offense
Quarterback Russell Wilson has said he wants to return to the Steelers in 2025.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 12 -
Reeves 'to wage war on waste' and 'Nine-jobs Nigel'
"Growing disquiet" in the Labour Party and Nigel Farage's "side-hustles" lead Sunday's newspapers.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
Reeves defends China visit and hails £600m boost to UK
The chancellor has been criticised for making the trip while the government is under pressure from rising borrowing costs.BBC News - Jan. 11 -
Reeves insists she will act to meet ‘non-negotiable’ fiscal rules
UK chancellor’s trip improve ties with China has been overshadowed by sell-off in bond marketsFinancial Times - Jan. 11 -
As Delta Reports Profits, Airlines Are Optimistic About 2025
The industry is enjoying a strong demand for tickets and rising profits, but it remains vulnerable to unexpected problems like a recession or a surge in inflation.The New York Times - Jan. 11 -
Reeves seeks to revive City of London links with China
Chancellor to promote closer ties between London and Shanghai stock exchanges while on Beijing tripFinancial Times - Jan. 11 -
Mortgage rates are not rising yet but Reeves has to act
Why Rachel Reeves needs a more detailed growth strategy - and soon.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
Reeves faces 'difficult decisions' on tax and spending
The warning from a former Bank of England official comes in the wake of rising UK borrowing costs.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
Why Draymond was not surprised by Butler's fallout with Heat
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green shared why he wasn't surprised by Jimmy Butler's fallout with the Miami Heat.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9 -
Ed Sheeran stuns pupils with surprise appearance
Pop superstar gives pupils "goose bumps" with surprise performance at a school assembly in Cardiff.BBC News - Jan. 9 -
The Papers: 'Apocalypse' LA and 'Reeves faces extra tax rises'
Wednesday's headlines include wildfires in LA and economists warning of rising government borrowing costs.BBC News - Jan. 9 -
Revealing 2024's biggest fantasy football surprises
In fantasy football, we've learned to expect the unexpected. Our staff lists their biggest surprises, good or bad, from the season.ESPN - Jan. 8 -
Mother 'not surprised' son killed on London bus
Kelyan Bokassa was groomed by gangs from the age of six years old, his mother Mary Bokassa said.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
Has the bond market turned against Rachel Reeves?
Rising UK borrowing costs raise risk that chancellor will have to impose tighter fiscal policy as soon as MarchFinancial Times - Jan. 8 -
Faisal Islam: Soaring UK borrowing costs are a problem for Rachel Reeves
The Chancellor may face the prospect of breaking her own Budget rulesBBC News - Jan. 7 -
Rep. Gonzales says he’s 'optimistic' about Speaker Johnson’s leadership
Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) said Sunday he is optimistic about Republican governance over the coming year, saying the GOP is unified in passing a single reconciliation package and delivering on ...The Hill - Jan. 5 -
Ukraine launches surprise operation in Russia’s Kursk region
Footage purports to show Ukrainian armoured columns advancing towards village of Bolshoe Soldatskoe. Ukrainian armed forces began a surprise offensive in Russia’s Kursk region on Sunday, in an ...The Guardian - Jan. 5 -
‘I became an optimist the night my wife died’: a science writer on loss and letting go of rationalism
Sumit Paul-Choudhury had always prided himself on his critical thinking, until his wife was diagnosed with cancer and he was forced to rethink his life from scratch. People reacted in different ...The Guardian - Jan. 4 -
WATCH: Watch this Marine surprise his grandmother at home
The sweet surprise left this grandmother in tears as she hugged her grandson.ABC News - Jan. 3 -
Americans optimistic about Trump’s ability to control immigration: Gallup
Americans are optimistic that President-elect Trump will be able to control immigration, a new survey found. The poll, conducted by Gallup, found that 68 percent of U.S. adults predict Trump will ...The Hill - Jan. 2 -
Giving Kids Some Autonomy Has Surprising Results
Letting them take some responsibility for their choices is what prepares them for adult life.The New York Times - Jan. 2
