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Liz Kendall unveils UK benefits cuts set to leave many sick and disabled worse off
Welfare secretary announces changes aimed at cutting bill by up to £5bn in face of opposition from Labour MPs. UK politics live – latest updates Liz Kendall, the welfare secretary, has faced ...The Guardian - Mar. 18 -
UK social safety net among weakest in rich world, analysis finds
Think-tank report comes as Keir Starmer seeks to convince Labour MPs to back welfare spending cutsFinancial Times - Mar. 12 -
The Papers: 'Benefits turmoil' and 'deal or no steel'
A backlash over proposed reform to the welfare system leads many papers, as does news of Trump's tariffs beginning.BBC News - Mar. 13 -
Starmer suffers cabinet uprising over UK spending cuts
Opposition grows to plans in areas such as welfare but prime minister insists he will not bend rules to allow more borrowingFinancial Times - Mar. 13 -
Could Starmer be in for a benefits rebellion as tribes clash in his own party?
Labour may have ditched its factional in-fighting - but deep welfare cuts could reignite tensions.BBC News - Mar. 15 -
Players’ union sides with Real Madrid exposing La Liga’s failure to protect athlete welfare
The ongoing dispute between Real Madrid and La Liga over match scheduling has taken a new turn, with the main Spanish football players’ union, AFE, stepping in to voice its concerns. On Saturday ni...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
Faisal Islam: Hundreds of thousands will be affected by benefits changes
These plans are more geared towards making budgetary numbers add up than fundamental welfare reform.BBC News - Mar. 18 -
The Papers: Ukraine truce hopes 'on a knife edge' and 'Worried sick'
Wednesday's front pages feature the phone call between Trump and Putin, and Labour's welfare reforms.BBC News - Mar. 19 -
‘Like a frog getting boiled’: Labour MPs feel the heat over £5bn welfare cuts
Starmer’s hopes of curbing a party rebellion over a policy seen as latest shift to the right will be put to the testFinancial Times - Mar. 19 -
Finland named as happiest country for eighth year
Access to nature and a strong welfare system are cited as factors as Nordic nations dominate the rankings.BBC News - Mar. 20 -
New poll shows risks for Starmer over spending choices
Most Labour voters believe protecting welfare is more important than boosting UK defence budgetFinancial Times - 3d -
Ministers play down likely rise in poverty from UK welfare cuts, says charity
Joseph Rowntree Foundation says forecasts rely on ‘sleight of hand’ to underestimate true impact of reformsFinancial Times - 1d -
Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement — in charts
UK chancellor sets out welfare cuts and departmental spending squeeze, but she may be forced to raise taxes in autumnFinancial Times - 1d -
Central banks should fear misbehaving inflation expectations
Widening dispersion and greater inflation uncertainty mean expectations are not as anchored as they appearFinancial Times - Mar. 11 -
The America-First President Doesn’t Care About a Last-Place Stock Market
Wall Street is mixed on whether to buy the dip through tariff uncertainty.Inc. - Mar. 12 -
The Indo-Pacific grapples with a reckless China and feckless US
Increasing uncertainty clouds the region’s future as it tries to decipher Trump’s line on BeijingFinancial Times - Mar. 14 -
European defense stocks dip from peaks after traders ‘buy the rumor, sell the fact’
There’s now looming uncertainty about how exactly new military spending will be allocated.MarketWatch - Mar. 19 -
Plan to freeze key disability benefit may be dropped
Many usually loyal Labour MPs had voiced strong opposition to the idea of not increasing PIP in line with inflation, as part of expected welfare cuts.BBC News - Mar. 16 -
Does cutting benefits actually work?
The government has set out plans to save billions of pounds from the welfare bill - how have previous attempts to do this fared?BBC News - Mar. 18 -
Will Rachel Reeves’s tough decisions pay off? Our panel on the spring statement
The chancellor boosted defence spending while piling on further welfare cuts – all set against gloomy growth forecasts Continue reading...The Guardian - 1d -
European leaders push defense spend amid uncertainty over Trump aid to Ukraine
European leaders have upped the ante on defense spending plans as they look to support Kyiv and fill a potential void of U.S. aid.CNBC - Mar. 7 -
Wall Street sell-off amid economic uncertainty, Trump weighs in on looming government shutdown
Wall Street is looking to rebound on Tuesday after recession fears and confusion about President Trump's tariffs caused a market plunge on Monday. Meanwhile, the clock is ticking on Capitol Hill ...CBS News - Mar. 11 -
Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed despite tariff uncertainty and recession fears in the U.S.
Economists polled by Reuters expect India's inflation rate to slow to 3.98% in February from 5.68% in January.CNBC - Mar. 12 -
This agentic AI play’s stock is falling after it called out ‘increasing global macroeconomic uncertainty’
Shares of UiPath fell sharply after hours on Wednesday after the business-automation software platform forecast sales for the year ahead that came in below Wall Street’s expectations.MarketWatch - Mar. 12 -
Amid stock market uncertainty, here are 3 ways to protect your money now
Looking for effective ways to protect your money right now? Here are three savings accounts to consider opening.CBS News - Mar. 13 -
Ulta issues weak guidance, citing consumer uncertainty, rising competition and company missteps
Ulta Beauty warned that profits and revenue will be worse than Wall Street expected in the year ahead.CNBC - Mar. 13 -
Premier League side eyeing sensational Ancelotti return amid Real Madrid uncertainty
Chelsea are keeping a close eye on Carlo Ancelotti’s situation at Real Madrid as they prepare for the possibility of making a move for him at the end of the season. According to reports from Fichaj...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Contract uncertainty opens door for Real Madrid to secure top defensive target for £50m
Real Madrid could be handed a major boost in their pursuit of Ibrahima Konate, as recent report from Fichajes suggests that Liverpool may be open to selling the defender if contract renewal talks ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Survey Finds Employee Mental Health Suffering From ‘Political Turmoil’ and ‘Economic Uncertainty’
Nearly 75 percent of workers reported mood drops, citing current events, crime and finances as their leading worries.Inc. - Mar. 19 -
‘We need to set the terms or we’re all screwed’: how newsrooms are tackling AI’s uncertainties and opportunities
Amid angst over the technology, a consensus is emerging about its capabilities – but there is an elephant in the room. In early March, a job advert was doing the rounds among sports journalists. ...The Guardian - 5d -
“We’ll all sit down and talk”: Player opens up on Chelsea future amid uncertainties
Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos has revealed that he will hold showdown talks regarding his future with the London club at the end of the season.The 20-year-old midfielder is currently on loan at ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Real Madrid shift focus to Zidane-approved Ligue 1 talent amid Zubimendi transfer uncertainty
Real Madrid are always on the lookout for young talents who can strengthen their squad while also fitting into the club’s long-term vision and their latest target, according to reports from SPORT, ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Djokovic player union begins legal action against tours
The players' union co-founded by Novak Djokovic begins legal action against tennis' governing bodies, citing "anti-competitive practices and a blatant disregard for player welfare".BBC News - Mar. 18 -
Britons cutting back on spending as confidence in economy falls, survey shows
Most feel financial secure but think UK’s economy is worsening, as chancellor plans welfare cuts in spring statement. Consumers are cutting back spending on everyday items amid falling confidence ...The Guardian - 2d -
Body of newborn baby found outside west London church
Police appeal for mother to come forward for her own welfare after body found outside church in Notting Hill. The body of a newborn baby has been found outside a church in London, with police ...The Guardian - 2d -
Further benefits cuts planned as Rachel Reeves forced to find extra £1.6bn
Chancellor risks wrath of Labour backbenchers with spring statement set to confirm deeper cuts. Rachel Reeves will make additional welfare cuts in her spring statement on Wednesday after the Office ...The Guardian - 2d -
Charity faces legal action after relocated elephants in Malawi allegedly kill 10 people
People living near Kasungu national park say they are living in fear after translocation of 263 elephants by International Fund for Animal Welfare . People living on the edge of a protected area in ...The Guardian - 1d -
South Korea’s truth commission says government responsible for fraud and abuse in foreign adoptions
South Korea’s truth commission has concluded that the government bears responsibility for facilitating a foreign adoption program rife with fraud and abuse, driven by efforts to reduce welfare ...ABC News - 1d -
‘I Love It Here, I’ve Said I Want To Stay’: John Tavares Reaffirms Commitment To Maple Leafs Amid Contract Uncertainty Following Loss To Avalanche
After rumors surfaced following the NHL’s trade deadline that the Toronto Maple Leafs had considered trading Mitch Marner to the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for Mikko Rantanen, John Tavares was ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 9 -
Trump’s Tariffs by Whim Keep Allies and Markets Off Balance
Investors sent stock prices down on Thursday amid the uncertainty over what President Trump’s inconstancy means for the global economy.The New York Times - Mar. 7
