By the end of the week, temperatures will be above average across the whole of the UK. Stav Danaos explains. -
The UK is snipping — rather than shredding — red tape
Regulation is needed, but too much of it puts a brake on growth and stifles innovationFinancial Times - 2h -
Fed Flags Rising Inflation Risks and Rising Uncertainty About Trump’s Policies
Rates cuts are still on the menu, but like many businesses, Fed officials are having a tough time judging the impact of Trump’s tariff and immigration plans.Inc. - 9h -
UK public finances swung to a surplus in January
Figures still fall short of expectations as chancellor Rachel Reeves struggles to keep her Budget plans on trackFinancial Times - 12m -
Quantum Computing Is Much Closer Than We Thought
Microsoft unveiled a new chip that shows quantum computing is “years, not decades” away.Inc. - 10h -
The week's bestselling books, Feb. 23
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
This week on "Sunday Morning" (February 23)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.CBS News - 5h -
The Odds of a City-Killing Asteroid Hitting Earth Keep Rising
The likelihood of 2024 YR4 colliding with the our planet in 2032 have ticked up to over 3 percent. Is it time to start worrying?Wired - 16h -
Jobless Claims Rise a Little, But Do Not Yet Reflect DOGE Layoffs
Unemployment claims for the week of Feb. 15 were slightly more than expected, but don’t yet reflect the aggressive efforts of Elon Musk’s group.Inc. - 14h -
Men: Mizzou likely isn't done rising after beating Alabama
Alabama's defensive struggles are Missouri's gain this week. Plus, Wisconsin, Michigan State surge as Purdue, Memphis drop and Louisville returns.ESPN - 6h -
Street Style Look of the Week: Travel Outfits
Vacationers’ polished attire recalled the glamour of early jet-age travel.The New York Times - 2d
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Body returned from Gaza is not Shiri Bibas, Israeli military says
Israel has accused Hamas of violating the ceasefire - a claim to which Hamas has not yet responded.BBC News - 13m -
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 - 10h -
Soldier's mum says 'no apology will bring her back'
A coroner has ruled the Army failed to protect Gunner Jaysley Beck from relentless harassment.BBC News - 38m -
Exposing an Indian pharma firm fuelling West Africa's opioid crisis
An Indian drug maker tells a BBC undercover team its addictive cocktail drug is “very harmful” but “this is business”.BBC News - 6h -
Man disguised as lawyer kills gang leader in court
Police say the gunman used a revolver which was smuggled in a hollowed-out book by a female suspect.BBC News - 1h
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Body returned from Gaza is not Shiri Bibas, Israeli military says
Israel has accused Hamas of violating the ceasefire - a claim to which Hamas has not yet responded.BBC News - 13m -
Soldier's mum says 'no apology will bring her back'
A coroner has ruled the Army failed to protect Gunner Jaysley Beck from relentless harassment.BBC News - 38m -
Olympic stars compete for British titles in Birmingham
Olympic stars Katarina Johnson-Thompson and Georgia Hunter Bell will compete for British titles at the UK Athletics Indoor Championships in Birmingham.BBC News - 42m -
Root on a mission to bring more to England's pot
Joe Root speaks to BBC Sport about England's form, his 50-over future and past World Cup failure before England's Champions Trophy opener.BBC News - 1h -
New plans for giant sculpture on Scotland-England border
The Star of Caledonia will stand 33m (100ft) high and aim to attract hundreds of thousands of visitors.BBC News - 1h