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A Democrat Who Is Thinking Differently
Representative Jake Auchincloss discusses how the Democratic Party can offer meaningful alternatives to voters.The New York Times - 2d -
Starmer’s most consequential moves yet
PM open to sending troops to Ukraine and more defence spending, but whatever choice Labour makes will be politically painfulFinancial Times - 3d -
Think you’re too smart to be caught by scammers? Think again
From ‘pig butchering’ to ‘CEO scams’ — Nick Stapleton uncovers a new breed of stings aimed at the wealthy, many using AIFinancial 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 -
Kemi Badenoch and Keir Starmer’s battle of weaknesses
Muddled purposes push main parties down in polls, with Tory leader’s biggest challenge being the Liberal DemocratsFinancial Times - Feb. 11 -
Can Starmer Bridge the Gap Between Trump and Europe?
European leaders have called an emergency summit over the war in Ukraine.BBC News - 4d -
Starmer offers to put British ‘boots on the ground’ in Ukraine
UK prime minister expected to meet Trump this month and try to persuade him of Europe’s readiness to help secure peaceFinancial Times - 4d -
Starmer says US 'backstop' needed for Ukraine deal
Speaking after meeting European leaders in Paris, the prime minister says "a US security guarantee is the only way to effectively deter Russia from attacking Ukraine again".BBC News - 2d -
Trump to meet with Macron, Starmer next week
President Trump is set to meet next week with two key European leaders amid tensions over Trump's approach to negotiating an end to the war in Ukraine. National security adviser Mike Waltz ...The Hill - 1d -
Starmer expresses support for Zelenskyy after Trump criticism
UK prime minister pushes back against Trump’s suggestion that elections should be held in UkraineFinancial Times - 1d -
The worrying pitfalls ahead of Starmer's US trip
When Sir Keir Starmer touches down in Washington next week, he will be treading a fine diplomatic line.BBC News - 3h -
China Seems Unstoppable. Trump Thinks Otherwise.
What’s behind the trade war that the president didn’t back away from.The New York Times - Feb. 10 -
What do Americans think about Trump's tariffs?
Will Trump's tariffs hurt the economy, and how popular are they?ABC News - 6d -
Show strength and offer a win: experts’ tips for Starmer on dealing with Trump
Veterans of May and Johnson governments share lessons from their experiences with unpredictable US president. It was just a few mangled sentences spoken in the darkness on an airport tarmac. But ...The Guardian - Feb. 8 -
Starmer sacks health minister over offensive WhatsApp messages
Andrew Gwynne was accused of making racist, antisemitic and sexist commentsFinancial Times - Feb. 8 -
Keir Starmer takes public HIV test in push to destigmatise testing for virus
Prime minister takes home test at No 10 with soul singer Beverley Knight to promote HIV Testing Week. Keir Starmer has taken a public HIV test in an effort to destigmatise testing for the virus and ...The Guardian - Feb. 10 -
Starmer summons UK defence chiefs in tussle over spending
Donald Trump is pushing European governments to commit much higher funding to armed forcesFinancial Times - Feb. 12 -
Keir Starmer takes surprise call from Trump in meeting with US envoy
President phoned while PM was with Mark Burnett, the Apprentice producer appointed as ‘special envoy’ to UK. Donald Trump has spoken to Keir Starmer again after what appears to have been a ...The Guardian - 6d -
Starmer backs Ukraine's Nato bid despite US view
The PM reaffirms the UK supports Ukraine's "irreversible path" to joining NATO in a call with Volodymyr Zelensky.BBC News - 6d -
Starmer chooses AI security over ‘woke’ safety concerns to align with Trump
UK government switches strategy on AI regulation in hope of better ties with new US administrationFinancial Times - 6d -
Starmer to join Macron-led European crisis summit on Trump’s Ukraine plan
French president calls for urgent talks in Paris amid fears US leader is sidelining allies. The French president, Emmanuel Macron, was on Saturday night seeking to convene an emergency meeting of ...The Guardian - 5d -
Iceland chair and Labour backer gives Starmer government ‘6 out of 10’
Head of food retailer says he wants ministers to focus on planning reform and fixing Britain’s productivity problemsFinancial Times - 3d -
Keir Starmer Offers to Send U.K. Troops to Ukraine as Part of Peace Deal
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said for the first time on Sunday that he was “ready and willing” to deploy troops to help guarantee Ukraine’s security.The New York Times - 3d -
Starmer vows to ‘spend more’ on UK defence but other areas face cuts
Departments asked to model savings of up to 11% as government battles chronic squeeze on public financesFinancial Times - 3d -
US ‘backstop’ vital to deter future Russian attacks on Ukraine, says Starmer
British prime minister says force would need protections such as air cover that only US can provide . Keir Starmer has urged Donald Trump to provide a US “backstop” to a European peacekeeping force ...The Guardian - 3d -
The Papers: 'Test of strength' as Starmer to meet Trump over Ukraine
Most papers focus on the Ukraine war, as peace talks between the US and Russia - but not Ukraine - begin later.BBC News - 2d -
Lady chief justice condemns Starmer and Badenoch over immigration comments
England’s most senior judge criticises ‘unacceptable’ remarks about tribunal rulingFinancial Times - 2d -
Starmer prepares to seek approval from Trump for Chagos Islands deal
Dispute over accord with Mauritius intensifies ahead of talks between UK prime minister and US president next weekFinancial Times - 1d -
In Europe’s crisis Starmer and Badenoch should learn from Sunak
Government and opposition need to adapt approach to tackle a grave situation wrought by Donald Trump’s administrationFinancial Times - 14h -
Starmer backs Zelensky after Trump calls him 'dictator'
It comes as Western officials say less than 30,000 troops could be stationed in Ukraine as part of a peace deal.BBC News - 14h -
Elon Musk Thinks Air Traffic Control Needs Innovation. Does it?
Musk’s delusions are powered by a common illusion.Inc. - Feb. 7 -
Don’t Think You Have a Personal Brand? Surprise, You Do
Everyone has a personal brand. Whether it’s the one you want is up to you.Inc. - Feb. 8 -
Three Friends is a new indie game publisher in Sweden that is thinking small
A team of industry veterans behind Minecraft, Valheim and Deep Rock Galactic have launched the indie publisher Three Friends.VentureBeat - Feb. 10 -
Dear Democrats: Stop thinking you are smarter than Republicans.
Democrats have underestimated their opponents, including Donald Trump, by treating them as "dumb" and "unintelligent", which has led to many election losses. It is time for Democrats to start ...The Hill - Feb. 10 -
Musk: 'I think we do need to delete entire agencies'
Tech billionaire Elon Musk, who leads President Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), said the U.S. needs to get rid of “many” government agencies in their entirety. In virtual ...The Hill - Feb. 13 -
Should Tulips Replace Roses for Valentine’s Day? Florists Think So.
Roses have long been the flower of choice for the holiday, but some see an opening for the humble tulip.The New York Times - 6d -
What Birmingham fans think of co-owner, NFL legend Tom Brady
With Birmingham City on top of League One, what do fans think of the club's superstar co-owner?ESPN - 6d -
Space War 2035: Experts Think the Future Looks Bleak
A new research paper assesses the threats posed by space warfare, nukes, and AI.Inc. - 6d -
Cate Blanchett: ‘I think you can smell when something is cynical’
The actor is teaming up with old friend Thomas Ostermeier for a bold new take on Chekhov. The pair discuss censorship, risk-taking, the far right, and ask: are celeb-led plays ruining the West ...The Guardian - 5d