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UK competition regulator must be ‘less risk averse’, minister will urge
Business secretary Jonathan Reynolds will set out ‘strategic steer’ for CMA on ThursdayFinancial Times - Feb. 13 -
Trump blames Biden for January inflation spike
New government data shows inflation is up 3% on an annual basis. In reaction to the hot report, President Trump blamed the surge on his predecessor, saying "BIDEN INFLATION UP!" Political ...CBS News - Feb. 12 -
Unemployment spiked for Black men in January as more joined the labor force
Black men saw their unemployment rate spike to 6.9% from 5.6% in January, bucking the overall unemployment rate trend for the country.CNBC - Feb. 7 -
Concerns spike over weak condition of latest 3 hostages released by Hamas
The frail condition of the latest three Israeli hostages released by Palestinian militant group Hamas on Saturday as part of the fragile three-weeks-old ceasefire agreement has raised concerns. ...The Hill - Feb. 8 -
As egg prices spike, some see an opportunity that’s tough to beat
But it might already be too late not only to buy chickens and start a production facility but even to make a profit on shares of egg giant Cal-Maine.MarketWatch - Feb. 10 -
Investors rush to protect against Wall Street ‘volatility spikes’
US stocks have risen this year, but traders are hedging against big swings induced by Trump’s erratic policymakingFinancial Times - Feb. 12 -
Trump's plan to scrap the penny spikes interest for coin collectors
Collectors said the value of certain pennies could rise if the U.S. Treasury stopped manufacturing the coin.CBS News - Feb. 12 -
A global coffee price spike is about to drip into your mug
Bad news at the breakfast table: Your morning cup of coffee could soon be getting more expensive.NBC News - Feb. 12 -
Serbia's striking students and populist president to hold parallel rallies as tensions spike
Serbia’s striking students and supporters of populist President Aleksandar Vucic have planned parallel rallies as both mark the country’s Statehood Day with notably contrasting messagesABC News - 4d -
Unemployment spikes in Washington, D.C., as Trump and Musk begin efforts to shrink the government
Since Trump has taken office, nearly 4,000 workers have filed for unemployment insurance as part of a surge that began at the start of the new yearCNBC - 4d -
Unemployment spikes in Washington, D.C., as Trump and Musk begin efforts to shrink the government
President Donald Trump’s moves to fire thousands of federal government workers have coincided with a surge in jobless claims in Washington, D.C., that could get worse as the efforts intensify.NBC News - 3d -
Americans’ approval of Congress spikes to highest point in nearly 4 years
Congressional job approval among Americans shot up in the weeks since President Trump took office to the highest marks in nearly four years, according to a February Gallup survey, a change driven ...The Hill - 13h -
The mounting risks to US exceptionalism
Trump’s fire hose of policy changes could make companies more cautious on spending and investmentFinancial Times - 6d -
Starmer tells ministers to push ‘further and faster’ for growth
UK prime minister launches fresh attempt to reboot ailing government at six-hour cabinet meetingFinancial Times - Feb. 7 -
Tory shadow minister downplays talk of Reform pact
Alex Burghart says the Tories are "not going to do a deal with a party who wants to kill us".BBC News - Feb. 9 -
Health minister Andrew Gwynne sacked over messages
Gwynne apologises for the "badly misjudged" messages and is suspended as a Labour party member.BBC News - Feb. 9 -
Ministers claim success in crackdown on illegal working in the UK
Home secretary to release videos of people being deported as Labour tries to blunt attacks by Reform UKFinancial Times - Feb. 10 -
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Work on new towns to begin by 2029, minister says
It comes after more than 100 sites put themselves forward for consideration by a government taskforce.BBC News - 6d -
Rachel Reeves can be trusted, says minister
A BBC investigation found the now chancellor was subject to an expenses complaint when working at HBOS.BBC News - 5d -
How the UK’s competition regulator lost the trust of ministers
CMA chair Marcus Bokkerink was told by phone he was to resign after months of rising frustration within governmentFinancial Times - 4d -
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'No durable peace' in Ukraine if Europe not in talks, says minister
Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds says the UK could act as a "bridge" between the US and Europe.BBC News - 3d -
Drake spikes DeMar DeRozan Raptors jersey during concert; Kings support star forward on social media
The rift between Drake and DeRozan began last yearCBS Sports - 15h -
Marijuana Dependence Linked to Higher Risk of Death
Two new Canadian studies are the largest to date looking at death rates and psychosis associated with cannabis use disorder.The New York Times - Feb. 6 -
The USAID Shutdown Puts Millions of African Lives at Risk
HIV research programs have been halted, and many treatment clinics are still closed, despite a waiver for “life-saving” humanitarian aid.Wired - Feb. 8 -
Upcoming California Super Bowls Confront Climate Risks
New Orleans’ Super Bowl has wrapped—the Philadelphia Eagles denied the Chiefs their third straight NFL title in a 40-22 win—and the NFL’s big game moves back out west, with the league’s next two ...Yahoo Sports - Feb. 10 -
Andrew Malkinson 'at risk of losing housing' over compensation
Andrew Malkinson's lawyer says an initial compensation payment could exempt him from social housing.BBC News - 6d -
Expert on potential risks of bird flu spreading
As bird flu continues to impact grocery store prices, many are wondering if it's becoming a broader public health threat. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder discusses whether a bird ...CBS News - 6d -
Japan’s Prime Minister Will Seek to Preserve Status Quo at Summit With Trump
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is hoping for reassurances Friday that the alliance is still strong. But in this White House, even a meet-and-greet can be a gamble.The New York Times - Feb. 7 -
Trump meets with Japanese prime minister as tariff threat looms large
Donald Trump is meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba in a high-stakes visit for a key ally that depends on the United States for security and trade.ABC News - Feb. 7 -
Ministers desperately want more housing - but are their plans radical enough?
A blizzard of statistics show just how tough it is to buy a home if you can theoretically afford it, writes Laura Kuenssberg.BBC News - Feb. 8 -
Canada’s trade minister visits Brussels in bid to boost mutual commerce
Move comes after Donald Trump threatened both with tariffsFinancial Times - Feb. 8 -
Starmer sacks health minister over offensive WhatsApp messages
Andrew Gwynne was accused of making racist, antisemitic and sexist commentsFinancial Times - Feb. 8 -
Italian tycoons targeted by fake defence minister in suspected AI scam
Computer-generated voice of Guido Crosetto persuaded at least one victim to pay €1mn for hostage ransomFinancial Times - Feb. 9 -
Minister blames monkey for Sri Lanka nationwide power cut
The outage is yet to be fully fixed, meaning hospitals and other buildings are having to use generators.BBC News - Feb. 10 -
Chris Mason: Raids show ministers want to look tough on immigration
With high numbers still arriving in the UK, the government is keen not to appear wishy-washy on an issue that matters to so many people.BBC News - Feb. 10 -
Memoir by former prime minister of Finland, Sanna Marin, to come out in November
Former Prime Minister of Finland Sanna Marin will have a memoir out this fall, looking back on a momentous four years in office when she presided over her country’s joining NATO, its response to ...ABC News - Feb. 10
