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The Man Expected to Lead Germany Is Ready to Strike Deals With Trump

A win would give Friedrich Merz the daunting task of rebuilding a German economy that hasn’t grown since 2019—and establish him as Europe’s main counterpart to Donald Trump.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 16

We want 'strong' UK-China relationship, says Starmer

The first in-person meeting since 2018 comes as the PM prioritises shoring up support for Ukraine.

North Korea's Kim Jong Un calls on military to prepare for war

World - Yahoo News - November 18

How Democrats are planning to fight Trump's mass deportation plan

Advocacy groups opposing Donald Trump's plan to deport millions of undocumented immigrants are pre-drafting lawsuits that could be filed as soon as he takes office.

Health care advocates prepare to fight RFK Jr. nomination

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Health advocates launch effort to bar RFK Jr. nomination Democratic-aligned health advocacy groups are ...

Politics - The Hill - November 18

Mulberry Posts Wider Pretax Loss as Group Prepares Turnaround

The group’s pretax loss widened on lower revenues as the fashion brand undertakes a strategy review under its new CEO.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 19

As Rafael Nadal Prepares to Retire, Roger Federer Pays Tribute to His Rival

“You challenged me in ways no one else could,” Federer wrote in a letter to his longtime opponent.

Sports - The New York Times - November 19

SpaceX Starship Launch Ends With a Dramatic Water Landing

President-elect Donald J. Trump joined Elon Musk, as his company’s prototype moon and Mars rocket carried out a sixth test flight that showed a mix of progress and setbacks.

Science - The New York Times - November 20

Antitrust Enforcers Prepare Final Blitz Against Big Tech

The Biden administration’s top antitrust officials plan to take more shots at the tech industry before leaving office, in a race to cap four years of aggressive enforcement.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 18

‘You have to be prepared for the worst’: making a film on the fight for democracy in Cuba

Documentary film-maker Nanfu Wang found difficulties while following an activist in Cuba for her revealing, and timely, new film Night is Not Eternal. “I don’t believe in America being the beacon ...

World - The Guardian - November 20

Canada Prepares for Immigration Surge After Trump Vows Mass Deportation

The Canadian authorities are preparing for a possible spike in undocumented migrants, just as Trump appointees complain about too many people arriving from Canada.

World - The New York Times - November 22

Border Militias Prepare to Assist With Donald Trump’s Mass Deportation Plans

Militias that patrol the US border with Mexico are thrilled that Donald Trump has been elected—and plan to be a “valuable resource” to the incoming administration, whether or not they’re asked.

Tech - Wired - November 21

Americans say this is the No. 1 threat to their retirement savings—here are 2 ways to prepare

Here's what Americans say poses the biggest threat to their retirement income and two ways to plan for it, according to a retirement expert.

Business - CNBC - November 21

Transgender people prepare for sweeping policy changes under Trump

Transgender people told NBC News they have a variety of concerns about Donald Trump's second term but said they're better prepared than they were eight years ago.

Politics - NBC News - November 22

Champion Ding and challenger Gukesh prepare for world title battle

The Chinese and Indian grandmasters will compete over 14 games in Singapore for a $2.6m prize fund, with Gukesh 1-5 favourite to win . China’s world champion Ding Liren, 32, and his Indian rival ...

World - The Guardian - November 22

Trump cabinet picks must now prepare for confirmation process

NBC News' Vaughn Hillyard breaks down the confirmation processes after President-elect Trump selected key cabinet members that have been met with some criticism from both sides.

Politics - NBC News - 4 days ago

Mixed-status families prepare for separation under Trump deportation plan

Families that contain both undocumented immigrants and U.S. citizens are planning for the possibility that parents may be separated from children under President-elect Trump's planned deportations.

Politics - NBC News - 4 days ago

Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah start a ceasefire after nearly 14 months of fighting

The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah militants has begun as a region on edge wonders whether it will hold

World - ABC News - 2 days ago

Cease-Fire in Lebanon Takes Effect

The truce is intended to stop more than a year of fighting between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah.

World - The New York Times - 2 days ago

White House preparing for Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal announcement

The White House is awaiting the announcement of a potential ceasefire deal between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group to end the war in Lebanon. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more on the role ...

With Retailers Preparing for Black Friday, Here’s What’s Open on Thanksgiving

With Black Friday coming up, some retailers will be closed on Thanksgiving.

Business - Inc. - 2 days ago

Ukraine’s 'Witches of Bucha' prepare for combat as the specter of a Russian peace deal looms

In a snow-covered forest outside Kyiv, the “Witches of Bucha” are training to defend their capital, a city under constant bombardment from Russian missiles and drones.

Three dead, over 80,000 displaced as Malaysia prepares for worst floods in a decade

Malaysia is preparing for its worst floods in a decade after heavier-than-expected monsoon rains caused severe flooding that killed three people and displaced more than 90,000

World - ABC News - 13 hours ago

UK Labour’s Budget borrows big, taxes more

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a £40bn tax increase and a sharp rise in borrowing

World - Financial Times - October 31

Workers warned Budget tax rises will hit their wages

Economists say tax rises in the Budget will mean employers have less to give as pay rises.

Treasury must compensate Scotland for tax hike - Robison

The Scottish finance secretary has warned a rise in National Insurance could cost the government £500m.

PwC accused of interfering in Australian tax leaks probe

Documents reveal PwC International threatened to expel local firm if it co-operated with scandal investigation without permission

Business - Financial Times - November 1

GPs demand protection from Budget tax hike

GPs are warning that a rise to National Insurance from next April could force them to cut staff.

'Conversation' will take place on tax hike compensation - Sarwar

The Scottish Labour leader says discussions will involve the chief secretary to the Treasury and the Scottish government

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