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UK to slash overseas aid in Budget as asylum seeker costs rise
International development organisations warn country’s contribution could slump to its lowest level in 17 yearsBusiness - Financial Times - October 22 -
The UK and Germany Agree on New Defense Pact as Russia Threat Rises
The two governments said they will coordinate more on defense, with British and German troops conducting joint military exercises on NATO’s eastern border.World - The New York Times - October 22 -
Global rise of populism causing more authoritarianism in Africa – report
‘Moral threshold coming down,’ warns Mo Ibrahim, as his index of governance reveals widespread decline in 10 years. The global rise of populism and “strongmen” has led to an increase in ...World - The Guardian - October 22 -
Tokyo Metro rises 45% on debut in Japan’s biggest IPO since 2018
Underground railway network has raised $2.3bn in heavily oversubscribed listingWorld - Financial Times - October 23 -
‘Drugs were everywhere’: the rise and fall of the NBA’s cocaine era
Recreational drug use boomed in the 1980s and basketball was far from immune. The trend ended careers as the NBA clamped down. Micheal Ray Richardson was a brilliant player: a four-time NBA ...World - The Guardian - October 23 -
AT&T’s stock rises as subscriber beat overshadows a big charge
The telecom giant took a $4.4 billion goodwill impairment charge related to its business-wireline unit, which is under pressure as business customers cut back on legacy voice services.Business - MarketWatch - October 23 -
Rising insurance costs are another storm gathering over commercial real estate
Skyrocketing insurance premiums are a growing problem — and not only for homeowners.Business - MarketWatch - October 23 -
Hong Kong Exchange Operator's Profit Rises on Strong Trading, Listings
Hong Kong’s stock-exchange operator reported higher profit for the second straight quarter as improved market sentiment boosted trading and listing activity.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23 -
Retailers Adjust Holiday Sales Plans to Handle Rising Consumer Stress Levels
Shoppers’ worries about the presidential election and its economic consequences threaten holiday season spending. Retailers are scrambling to limit pullbacks.Business - Inc. - October 23 -
Why bond yields are rising and what stock investors should do about that
Bond traders are at it again, pushing Treasury yields higher and signaling the Fed was too heavy-handed when it cut rates last month.Business - CNBC - October 23 -
Political yard signs stolen and vandalized as election tensions rise
Political yard signs across the country are being vandalized and stolen ahead of the 2024 presidential election. This comes as a man was arrested for firing bullets in a Democratic National ...Politics - NBC News - October 24 -
Striking Boeing workers reject 35% pay rise offer
Earlier, Boeing's boss warned the firm was at a "crossroads" as losses surged to roughly $6bn.Top stories - BBC News - October 24 -
Nivea Owner on Track to Meet Guidance After Rise in Sales
Beiersdorf confirmed its expectations for the year after posting an increase in sales during the first nine months, helped by its star brand.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 24 -
‘We’re running out of time’: UN warns of 3.1C temperature rise
Paris agreement target of 1.5C of global warming ‘will be gone in a few years’ without action, agency saysBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
Messi, Inter Miami lead way as MLS salaries rise
Lionel Messi remains MLS' highest-paid player, with an annual guaranteed compensation of $20.4 million, the MLS Players Association announced Thursday.Sports - ESPN - October 25 -
Bird flu cases rise to 31, but CDC says no person-to-person transmission
The number of people infected with bird flu in the U.S. has risen to at least 31, federal health officials said Thursday, but there is no evidence of human-to-human spread after blood tests ...Politics - The Hill - October 24 -
Bullying and harassment claims rise across City, regulator finds
Increase in reports of incidents could point to better culture rather than worse conditions, FCA saysBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
10-year Treasury yield ends with biggest six-week climb in a year as consumer sentiment rises
U.S. government debt sold off on Friday, giving the 10-year yield its biggest six-week advance in about a year, after data showed consumer sentiment rose this month.Business - MarketWatch - October 25 -
Illnesses linked to McDonald's E. coli outbreak rise to 75, CDC says
At least 75 people have gotten sick after eating McDonald's Quarter Pounders linked to a deadly E. coli strain, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Friday.Top stories - NBC News - October 25 -
Online gambling rise poses significant public health threat: Commission
The worldwide rise of online gambling poses a significant public health threat, according to a report released Thursday. The report, which was published in the Lancet Public Health journal, found ...Politics - The Hill - October 25 -
Rachel Reeves aims to raise up to £20bn from national insurance rise
Employers’ contributions set to increase by 2 percentage points in next week’s BudgetBusiness - Financial Times - October 26