Wall Street’s Blindspot

Giant wall of dust sweeps across central California

The huge dust storm - also known as a haboob - limited visibility and left many residents in the dark.

‘We were banging our heads against a wall – the wall won’: the genius pop and tragic demise of Boys Wonder

They swaggered into the late 1980s, a potent brew of punk, glam and classic rock. But they went nowhere, then had to watch as their recipe conquered the charts. Now they’ve returned – so are they ...

World - The Guardian - October 22

Mayor Eric Adams’s Crises Stir Hope for Delayed Street Projects

Mayor Eric Adams has stalled plans to build bus and bicycle lanes. With his leadership under threat, the projects’ supporters see an opening.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 19

Health secretary will vote against assisted dying law

The health secretary has told Labour MPs he can not back a change in the law because of the state of palliative care.

Assisted dying could lead to coercion, says Streeting

The health secretary says changing the law could lead to ill people being "guilt-tripped" into ending their own lives.

The Papers on the Budget: 'Spending power' and 'nightmare on Downing Street'

Reactions to the Budget, which saw large rises in both tax and public spending, lead the papers.

NHS must improve productivity in return for extra money, Streeting says

Health secretary says he expects value for money for taxpayers after £25 billion cash injection.

Liverpool Street station redevelopment plans scaled back

Network Rail sets out revised project at UK’s busiest station after heritage groups called proposals ‘insensitive’

World - Financial Times - November 4

Quincy Jones: From 'street rat' to music mastermind

He was in a gang as a child but became Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra's favourite collaborator.

Watch: Oxford Street Christmas lights switched on

The famous shopping street becomes the first major London display to switch on for Christmas.

State Street says it is ‘shopping’ for a private credit manager

Money manager tries to catch up with rivals as investors shift into unlisted assets

Business - Financial Times - November 5

Fifth Avenue: The ‘Street of Dreams’ for Over a Century

The reputation of the iconic New York City thoroughfare began with a competition to build lavish mansions that came crashing down with the advent of luxury apartment buildings.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 5

Crowds line streets for Lewes bonfire celebrations

The bonfire societies spend months producing effigies which are paraded through the streets.

'It is scary': Women call for street safety action

Around 500 people took part in a march organised by a QUB society called Walkie Talkie Girlies.

MP Mike Amesbury charged with assault in street

MP Mike Amesbury is charged with assault after a video emerged of him appearing to punch a man.

Moment vehicle explodes on quiet New York street

Officials are still investigating the cause of the blast, which damaged homes and vehicles.

Argentine football hooligan leader shot dead in street

Andrés Bracamonte, known as Pillín, was gunned down near his club's stadium in Rosario.

Failing hospitals will be revealed and their managers sacked, says Streeting

Hospitals in England will be ranked on care and finances, so patients can look for good service.

Streeting faces pushback over assisted dying stance

Ministers have been told not to take part in the "public debate" on the issue ahead of a Commons vote.

What is the 'blue wall' and what does it mean for 2024 election?

Polling margins are close for Harris and Trump in three "pivotal" blue states.

Politics - The Hill - October 16

Watch live: Harris rallies voters in 'blue wall' Pennsylvania

Vice President Harris is campaigning in the battleground state of Pennsylvania Wednesday afternoon, as polling shows Harris and her GOP rival locked in a tight race. With just a few weeks left in ...

Politics - The Hill - October 16

Watch live: JD Vance courts voters in 'blue wall' Pennsylvania

Republican vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance (Ohio) is campaigning in Pittsburgh Thursday, as the campaign fights to break through the "blue wall" in Pennsylvania. Vance is expected to hit ...

Politics - The Hill - October 17

'Blue wall' Democratic governors boost Harris with bus tour

Democratic governors of the three “Blue Wall” states touted Kamala Harris’ ground game and predicted she will win their states but acknowledged the race is a toss-up.

Watch live: Harris hits 'blue wall' states with Liz Cheney

Vice President Harris will be joined Monday by former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) for multiple campaign stops in crucial suburban communities in "blue wall" states. The moderated conversions will ...

Politics - The Hill - October 21

Latest in Wall Street’s Blindspot

Giant wall of dust sweeps across central California

‘We were banging our heads against a wall – the wall won’: the genius pop and tragic demise of Boys Wonder

Mayor Eric Adams’s Crises Stir Hope for Delayed Street Projects

Health secretary will vote against assisted dying law

Assisted dying could lead to coercion, says Streeting

The Papers on the Budget: 'Spending power' and 'nightmare on Downing Street'

NHS must improve productivity in return for extra money, Streeting says

Liverpool Street station redevelopment plans scaled back

Quincy Jones: From 'street rat' to music mastermind

Watch: Oxford Street Christmas lights switched on

State Street says it is ‘shopping’ for a private credit manager

Fifth Avenue: The ‘Street of Dreams’ for Over a Century

Crowds line streets for Lewes bonfire celebrations

'It is scary': Women call for street safety action

MP Mike Amesbury charged with assault in street

Moment vehicle explodes on quiet New York street

Argentine football hooligan leader shot dead in street

Failing hospitals will be revealed and their managers sacked, says Streeting

Streeting faces pushback over assisted dying stance

What is the 'blue wall' and what does it mean for 2024 election?

Watch live: Harris rallies voters in 'blue wall' Pennsylvania

Watch live: JD Vance courts voters in 'blue wall' Pennsylvania

'Blue wall' Democratic governors boost Harris with bus tour

Watch live: Harris hits 'blue wall' states with Liz Cheney

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