U.k Prosecutors Mull

U.K. prosecutors mull whether to charge Russell Brand over sex assault allegations

In September 2023, British media outlets Channel 4 and the Sunday Times published claims by four women of being sexually assaulted or raped by Russell Brand between 2006 and 2013.

UK prosecutors mulling whether to charge Russell Brand over sex assault allegations

British prosecutors say they have been given a file of evidence from police about alleged sexual offenses by comedian Russell Brand and are considering whether to charge him

Entertainment - ABC News - November 3

Jones: Cowboys to mull upgrades; won't give up

Cowboys owner and GM Jerry Jones says the team has some things it is considering ahead of the trade deadline and is adamant that the season wasn't over.

Sports - ESPN - November 3

Argentina Mulls Exiting Paris Climate Deal

The South American nation says it is considering withdrawing from the landmark agreement, which aims to limit carbon emissions and slow global warming.

World - The New York Times - November 15

U.K. to Review Merger Probes Approach

The U.K.’s competition regulator plans to review how it inspects big mergers and whether more can be cleared without forcing businesses to sell assets.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 2 days ago

Crisis-hit VW mulls closing at least three German plants

World - Yahoo News - October 28

SKorea mulls arming Ukraine as North Korean troops mass in Russia

World - Yahoo News - November 1

Source: NFL mulling Bosa fine over MAGA hat; no timeline on decision

The NFL is looking into a fine of Nick Bosa after the 49ers defensive end wore a "Make America Great Again" hat on the field after San Francisco's win against the Dallas Cowboys.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 2

Raised eyebrows as Boeing reportedly mulls sale of stellar space enterprise

Company that helped build Nasa’s Saturn V rockets said to be keen to focus on fixing problems in core aircraft business. For six decades, Boeing has been among the marquee names in human ...

World - The Guardian - November 3

FirstFT: Bitcoin hits a record high

Also in today’s newsletter, Kremlin denies Putin spoke to Trump last week and America Inc’s new chief executive

World - Financial Times - November 11

Spirit Airlines mulls bankruptcy, sending its stock price into nosedive

Spirit Airlines, weighed down by mounting debt, is considering filing for bankruptcy protection.

Experts sound alarm as Trump mulls pardons for January 6 attackers

Attorneys and lawmakers who oppose pardons for Capito rioters would not be able to stop him, legal analysts warn. lf Donald Trump follows through on his promise to pardon people who participated in ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

Matt Gaetz says he isn't coming back to Congress

“I'm still going to be in the fight, but it's going to be from a new perch,” Gaetz said Friday.

Politics - Politico - Yesterday

U.K. Budget Makes a Big Bet on Spending for Growth

The Labour Party is betting that extra spending on public services and more investment will eventually revitalize the country’s stagnant economy.

Business - The New York Times - October 31

U.K. government cuts NatWest stake by £1 billion

The British government on Monday said it further trimmed its crisis-era investment in U.K. bank NatWest.

Business - MarketWatch - November 11

Prosecutor in Menendez Brothers Case to Ask Court for Resentencing

The request from George Gascón, the Los Angeles County district attorney, could lead to Lyle and Erik Menendez being released from prison, decades after they were convicted of murdering their parents.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 24

ICC announces investigation into chief prosecutor

ICC announces external probe into chief prosecutor over sexual misconduct allegations

Tommy Robinson, U.K. Anti-immigrant Agitator, Jailed for Contempt of Court

The founder of the English Defence League was sentenced to 18 months for ignoring a court order to stop making false claims about a teenage Syrian refugee.

World - The New York Times - October 29

In U.K. Budget, Labour’s First Big Political Moment Offers Risk and Reward

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government has stumbled since his party won a landslide victory, but the financial plan to be announced on Wednesday offers a possible relaunch.

World - The New York Times - October 29

U.K. to lift minimum wage to $15.84 an hour. Here’s how it compares to the U.S.

The U.K.’s chancellor of the exchequer confirmed the government will lift the U.K.’s national minimum wage by 6.7% in April 2025 to hourly rates of £12.21 ($15.84)

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

U.K. borrowing costs rise in volatile trade after budget delivered

U.K. government bond yields were volatile on Wednesday as traders initially welcomed news that the government would prioritize tax rises ahead of increased borrowing as it strives to fill a fiscal ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

Former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson on new memoir and the U.S. election

Boris Johnson joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his new memoir, his time as British Prime Minister, his role in Brexit and offers his views on the current U.S. presidential election.

U.K. Confirms New Cases of Clade Ib Type of Mpox

The authorities said the risk of a rapid spread remained low because the new cases had had household contact with the first infected person.

World - The New York Times - November 6

Princess Kate attends U.K.'s annual Remembrance events

Catherine, Princess of Wales, attended her first major royal occasion since ending chemotherapy for her cancer treatment.

U.K. ambassador says "it's no say" for European leaders to discuss what Trump will do

Karen Pierce, Britain's ambassador to the U.S., tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," that amid the world reaction to President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House, "it's for ...

Politics - CBS News - November 10

Archbishop of Canterbury Resigns Over U.K. Church Abuse Scandal

The Most Rev. Justin Welby, the leader of 85 million Anglicans worldwide, announced his resignation days after a report found he had taken insufficient action over claims of abuse.

World - The New York Times - November 13

U.K. Plans to Fine Tech Executives for Illegal Weapon Sales Online

In a bid to curb knife crime, the government would hold officials of tech companies personally liable for illicit sales on their platforms, a significant shift in internet regulation.

World - The New York Times - November 13

Jets scrambled after Russia spy plane spotted near U.K. airspace

The Royal Navy also shadowed Russian military vessels passing through the English Channel this week, officials said.

U.K. Farmers Protest in London Over Inheritance Tax Change

Farms worth more than about $1.3 million will face an estate tax from 2026, ending a previous exemption and prompting anger in some rural communities.

World - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Google's $2 Billion Anthropic Investment Gets U.K. Antitrust Clearance

The Competition and Markets Authority said it wouldn’t open an in-depth investigation into Google’s investment in the AI startup.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 4 days ago

Investors should pick up ‘cheap’ U.K. stocks, UBS says

UBS analysts noted U.K. stocks are currently “abnormally cheap” with almost all sectors trading at double discounts compared to their U.S. counterparts

Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago

Google's $2 Billion Anthropic Investment Gets U.K. Antitrust Clearance

The Competition and Markets Authority said it wouldn’t open an in-depth investigation into Google’s investment in the AI startup.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - 4 days ago

One Direction bandmates arrive to mourn Liam Payne at star's funeral

One Direction star Liam Payne’s funeral was held Wednesday after he died falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina’s capital, Buenos Aires.

Biden Approves Antipersonnel Mines for Ukraine

The move is part of a broader push to counter the Russian military and provide Ukraine with more leverage in possible negotiations.

World - The Wall Street Journal - 2 days ago

Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi are reportedly expats in the U.K. — because Trump?

Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi are now reportedly at home in Britain's Cotswolds, having left their beloved Montecito behind. Blame Trump, or thank him?

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 2 days ago

U.K. Competition Watchdog Recommends Investigating Apple, Google Mobile Ecosystems

The U.K.’s Competition and Markets Authority said its experts recommended investigating Apple and Google’s dominance in smartphones under the country’s new digital competition rules, alleging the ...

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday

Google's $2 Billion Anthropic Investment Gets U.K. Antitrust Clearance

The Competition and Markets Authority said it wouldn’t open an in-depth investigation into Google’s investment in the AI startup.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - 4 days ago

Amgen says no concerns around weight loss drug’s bone density data after stock falls

Analysts chewed over early data showing the highest dose of Amgen's MariTide was linked to roughly 4% loss of bone mineral density over 12 weeks.

Business - CNBC - November 13

Cop29 live: UN chair ‘so sick’ of Saudi Arabia’s defence of fossil fuels

Former climate minister for Canada reacts after Saudi delegation said it ‘will not accept any text that targets any specific sectors, including fossil fuels’. My colleague Patrick Greenfield is ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

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