» Trump claims tariff deal with Indonesia
15/07/25 22:04 from BBC News - World
Trump says the US will lower its tariffs threatened on goods from Indonesia to 19% from a planned 32%.
» Johnson says Bondi needs to 'come forward and explain' handling of Epstein files
15/07/25 21:42 from ABC News: ABCNews
House Speaker Mike Johnson on Tuesday urged Attorney General Pam Bondi to “come forward and explain” the administration’s handling of Jeffrey Epstein files.
» Trump launches probe into Brazil's 'unfair' trade practices
15/07/25 21:06 from BBC News - World
Last week, the US president urged Brazilian authorities to end their prosecution of the country's former President Jair Bolsonaro.
» New York’s Mamdani wins over some of the city’s business elite
15/07/25 21:03 from FT.com - World
Self-declared democratic socialist mayoral hopeful answers questions from corporate leaders at a private meeting
» Arrest after 'American Idol' music supervisor and husband found shot dead in LA home
15/07/25 20:48 from ABC News: ABCNews
Police found the victims while responding to the home in Encino on Monday afternoon, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
» Thousands of Afghans were moved to UK in secret scheme after data breach
15/07/25 20:23 from BBC News - World
The existence of the scheme could not be reported until now because of a court injunction.
» Trump says attorney general should release any 'credible' information on Epstein
15/07/25 20:12 from BBC News - World
The president also said "only really bad people" want to stoke theories about the well-connected sex offender.
» Trump touts $90bn in energy and AI investments at Pennsylvania event
15/07/25 19:47 from FT.com - World
US president hosts summit in critical swing state as he seeks to improve faltering approval rating
» Man who murdered British backpacker Peter Falconio dies
15/07/25 19:21 from BBC News - World
Bradley Murdoch, the Australian man convicted of murdering British backpacker Peter Falconio in 2001, has died.
» HMRC does not know how much tax billionaires pay, say MPs
15/07/25 19:01 from FT.com - World
Cross-party group says tax authority faces challenges in getting data to target wealthy people
» Trump warns Ukraine not to strike Moscow
15/07/25 18:49 from World news
President Trump warned Ukraine not to strike Moscow with the military aid that the U.S. will begin sending soon. All of it is sparking sharp reactions inside Russia. NBC News’ Keir Simmons reports.
» Reeves gives UK banks a gift they don’t really need
15/07/25 18:46 from FT.com - World
Focusing on improving a regime already seen as successful looks like a government seeking easy, rather than impactful, changes
» 'American Idol' music supervisor, husband found shot dead in Los Angeles home
15/07/25 18:46 from ABC News: ABCNews
Police found the victims while responding to the home in Encino on Monday afternoon, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
» Traitor or patriot? Retrial begins for spy chief who assassinated a president
15/07/25 18:36 from BBC News - World
Kim Jae-gyu was executed for killing dictator Park Chung-hee. Now South Korea is revisiting his case.
» US House Speaker calls for 'transparency' on Epstein, in departure from Trump
15/07/25 18:33 from BBC News - World
It came as Trump said the attorney general should release "whatever she thinks is credible" on the disgraced financier.
» Grand juror in Karen Read case charged with leaking information
15/07/25 18:18 from ABC News: ABCNews
Federal prosectors said the grand juror disclosed the names of witnesses.
» Adolescence star Owen Cooper becomes Emmys' youngest supporting actor nominee
15/07/25 18:14 from BBC News - World
If he wins, the 15-year-old Brit will be the youngest male winner of an acting Emmy.
» FirstFT: Donald Trump announces US-Indonesia trade deal
15/07/25 17:54 from FT.com - World
Also in today’s newsletter, China’s GDP grows 5.2%, and Trump asked Zelenskyy if Ukraine could hit Moscow
» Israel bombs Syrian forces entering Druze city after sectarian clashes
15/07/25 17:44 from BBC News - World
At least 200 people have reportedly been killed since fighting between Druze militias and Bedouin tribes erupted in Suweida on Sunday.
» Bondi should release 'whatever she thinks is credible' on Epstein: Trump
15/07/25 17:30 from ABC News: ABCNews
President Donald Trump says Attorney General Pam Bondi should release "whatever she thinks is credible" on Jeffrey Epstein.
» House Republican hard-liners defy Trump, Speaker Johnson in crypto rebellion
15/07/25 17:27 from ABC News: ABCNews
The intraparty rebellion comes after Trump urged the GOP to vote in favor of it.
» Staff at UK financial watchdog fight review on increasing office attendance
15/07/25 17:22 from FT.com - World
Union poll finds more than 90% of Financial Conduct Authority employees back action if hours working from home are cut
» Lutnick says easing of Nvidia’s AI chip exports linked to China deal
15/07/25 17:17 from FT.com - World
US commerce secretary wants Chinese AI developers to ‘get addicted to the American technology’
» Reeves pledges to extend purge of City red tape to rest of UK economy
15/07/25 17:13 from FT.com - World
Chancellor uses Mansion House speech to unveil what she claims is a big reduction in financial services regulation
» Chief US audit regulator pushed out by Trump’s new SEC chair
15/07/25 17:08 from FT.com - World
Erica Williams told staff at the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board that Atkins asked her to resign
» WATCH: Portland WNBA team reveals new name, logo on ‘GMA’
15/07/25 17:04 from ABC News: ABCNews
The Portland Fire announced its new branding ahead of the franchise return.
» Rachel Reeves: the pendulum has swung too far on risk
15/07/25 17:00 from FT.com - World
No other globally competitive financial services hub imposes such relentless bureaucracy on its businesses
» Adolescence star Owen Cooper becomes Emmys' youngest ever nominee
15/07/25 16:47 from BBC News - World
If he wins, Cooper will be the youngest male winner of an acting Emmy. See who are the others up for the TV industry's most prestigious awards.
» House GOP hard-liners defy Trump, Speaker Johnson by crippling crypto measures
15/07/25 16:46 from ABC News: ABCNews
The intraparty rebellion comes after Trump urged the GOP to vote in favor of it.
» US inflation reaches 2.7% as Trump tariffs hit
15/07/25 16:43 from FT.com - World
Unexpectedly sharp June rise signals US president’s levies are pushing up consumer prices
» WATCH: Miley Cyrus on what prevents her from touring
15/07/25 16:41 from ABC News: ABCNews
Cyrus told ABC News that she won’t be on a major tour anytime soon.
» BlackRock inflows hit after big client withdraws $52bn
15/07/25 16:39 from FT.com - World
Shares fall despite market rally driving world’s largest asset manager to record $12.5tn in assets
» US banks say consumers are ‘healthy’ despite economic uncertainty
15/07/25 16:38 from FT.com - World
JPMorgan Chase and Citigroup strike an upbeat tone on the economy and notch up strong trading results
» Mike Waltz grilled over Signal leak at UN ambassador hearing
15/07/25 16:29 from BBC News - World
President Trump's former national security adviser was pressed on the inclusion of a journalist on a sensitive group chat discussing war plans.
» Elliott builds stake in Global Payments in wake of Worldpay deal
15/07/25 16:23 from FT.com - World
Payment processing group’s shares lag behind rivals after investors took umbrage at $24.2bn acquisition
» Trump says Bondi should release 'whatever she thinks is credible' on Epstein
15/07/25 16:10 from ABC News: ABCNews
President Donald Trump says Attorney General Pam Bondi should release "whatever she thinks is credible" on Jeffrey Epstein.
» Bank of England to find replacement for UK’s outdated payment system
15/07/25 16:00 from FT.com - World
BoE governor says revamping old infrastructure ‘must be a priority’ in his Mansion House speech
» 2 people found shot dead in home during welfare check in Los Angeles: Police
15/07/25 15:55 from ABC News: ABCNews
Police found the victims while responding to the home in Encino on Monday afternoon, according to the Los Angeles Police Department
» 2 killed when car swept away in flash flooding in New Jersey, dozens rescued
15/07/25 15:34 from ABC News: ABCNews
Two people were killed when flash floods struck New Jersey, submerging cars, flooding roadways and canceling flights.
» Trump announces trade deal with Indonesia
15/07/25 15:26 from FT.com - World
Jakarta to pay 19% tariff on exports to US after talks with Washington
» National Guard was hacked by Chinese ‘Salt Typhoon’ group for nearly a year, DHS memo says
15/07/25 15:06 from World news
Salt Typhoon National Guard
» National Guard was hacked by Chinese 'Salt Typhoon' group for nearly a year, DHS memo says
15/07/25 15:06 from World news
Salt Typhoon National Guard
» Trump asked Zelenskyy if Ukraine could hit Moscow, say people briefed on call
15/07/25 14:45 from FT.com - World
US president encouraged Ukrainian leader to step up deep strikes on Russia
» Transgender asylum seeker released from ICE custody after order from federal judge
15/07/25 14:34 from ABC News: ABCNews
A transgender asylum seeker from Mexico has been released from a Washington state immigration detention center after being held for over a month
» Trump says Ukraine should not target Moscow
15/07/25 14:32 from BBC News - World
Trump asked Ukraine's Zelensky if he could strike Moscow and other Russian targets, the Financial Times reported.
» Israel targets Syrian military in renewed cross-border strikes
15/07/25 14:23 from FT.com - World
Netanyahu says he is protecting Druze minority from sectarian violence
» Erotic ancient Roman mosaic stolen during World War II returned to Pompeii
15/07/25 14:21 from World news
An ancient Roman erotic mosaic that was taken during WWII by a German Nazi army captain was returned to Pompeii. The artwork was repatriated from Germany through diplomatic channels.
» French PM looks to scrap two public holidays in bold bid to cut national debt
15/07/25 14:11 from BBC News - World
MPs will vote on François Bayrou's budget plan in the autumn, in a moment of high risk for the government.
» As it happened: Farage attacks government’s handling of Afghan resettlement scheme
15/07/25 14:07 from FT.com - World
Security lapse has put tens of thousands of Afghans at heightened risk of murder and torture by the Taliban
» An embarrassing episode for the British state
15/07/25 13:58 from FT.com - World
Super-injunction thwarted scrutiny of a data leak and Afghan resettlement scheme
» A costly shambles for the British state
15/07/25 13:58 from FT.com - World
Super-injunction thwarted scrutiny of a data leak and Afghan resettlement scheme
» Wells Fargo reboot should put smaller US banks on guard
15/07/25 13:34 from FT.com - World
One benefit from the lifting of the asset cap is the lender can be more aggressive in attracting deposits
» UK extends subsidy contracts in boost for wind and solar developers
15/07/25 13:12 from FT.com - World
Ministers increase ‘contracts for difference’ to 20 years in a bid to bolster investor confidence in Britain’s renewable sector
» Ex-Nigeria President Buhari buried at home
15/07/25 13:10 from BBC News - World
Muhammadu Buhari, who was both a military ruler and elected president, died in London on Sunday.
» Emmys 2025: Severance and The Penguin scoop top nominations
15/07/25 13:07 from BBC News - World
See which shows and actors are up for the TV industry's most prestigious awards in Los Angeles.
» UK regulation is a ‘boot on the neck of business’, Reeves to tell City
15/07/25 13:05 from FT.com - World
Chancellor will announce the biggest cut in a decade to regulations ‘choking off enterprise and innovation’
» Nvidia and Jane Street back Mira Murati’s AI start-up
15/07/25 13:02 from FT.com - World
Thinking Machines Lab valued at $12bn after raising $2bn in one of the largest ever initial funding rounds
» Silicon Valley is creating plum jobs — for the fortunate few
15/07/25 12:51 from FT.com - World
The line between acquiring people and acquiring businesses has become ever fuzzier
» French PM proposes scrapping national holidays and freezing spending to cut deficit
15/07/25 12:50 from FT.com - World
François Bayrou stakes his political survival on unpopular measures to repair degraded public finances
» Trump admin live updates: WH confirms Trump, Zelenskyy discussed strikes on Moscow
15/07/25 12:46 from ABC News: ABCNews
The White House confirmed that Trump and Zelenskyy discussed whether Ukraine would be able to strike Moscow and St. Petersburg with U.S.-supplied weapons.
» BBC boss Davie admits ‘mistakes’ after string of scandals
15/07/25 12:39 from FT.com - World
National broadcaster’s deficit almost halved to £132mn last year
» Emmys 2025: Severance leads nominations followed by The Penguin
15/07/25 12:37 from BBC News - World
See which shows and actors are up for the TV industry's most prestigious awards in Los Angeles.
» Erotic ancient Roman mosaic looted by Nazi officer returned to Pompeii
15/07/25 12:36 from World news
An ancient Roman erotic mosaic depicting has returned to Pompeii more than 80 years after it was stolen by a Nazi officer during World War II.
» Russia responds to Trump's Ukraine 'ultimatum' with drone strikes
15/07/25 12:30 from ABC News: ABCNews
Russia continued its nightly bombardment of Ukrainian cities overnight into Tuesday, after President Donald Trump said the U.S. would send military equipment to Kyiv.
» How one of the gravest security lapses in history was kept secret
15/07/25 12:27 from FT.com - World
Successive UK governments gagged the media over a leak that put thousands at risk of Taliban reprisals
» Dimon warns on Fed independence as Trump piles pressure on Jay Powell
15/07/25 12:25 from FT.com - World
JPMorgan chief’s comments come as Treasury secretary says ‘formal process’ to replace central bank chief is under way
» Trump 'not encouraging killing' by asking Ukraine about Russia strikes, White House says
15/07/25 12:22 from BBC News - World
Trump asked Ukraine's Zelensky if he could strike Moscow and other Russian targets, the Financial Times reported.
» Air quality alerts issued in Canada and US as wildfires continue to burn
15/07/25 12:10 from BBC News - World
Wildfire smoke degrades air quality in swaths of Ontario, with Toronto ranking among the worst in the world on Monday.
» Inflation surged in June amid tariffs as Trump declared 'inflation is dead'
15/07/25 11:57 from ABC News: ABCNews
A fresh report on Tuesday marked two consecutive months of rising inflation.
» FTSE 100 hits 9,000 points for first time
15/07/25 11:53 from FT.com - World
UK stocks benefit from investors diversifying away from US
» A return to tariffs, Taco or not
15/07/25 11:39 from FT.com - World
Trump’s focus on the goods of the past is ridiculous. What matters is competitiveness in the future
» From military ruler to democrat - ex-Nigeria President Buhari's life in pictures
15/07/25 11:08 from BBC News - World
Muhammadu Buhari’s life tracked dramatic changes over decades – and he was often at the centre of events.
» WATCH: SpaceX capsule with four crew members back on Earth
15/07/25 11:03 from ABC News: ABCNews
A private space flight featuring the first astronauts in more than 40 years from India, Poland and Hungary returned to Earth.
» Thousands of Afghans moved to UK under secret scheme
15/07/25 11:02 from BBC News - World
The existence of the scheme could not be reported until now because of a court injunction.
» Israeli strikes kill 12 in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley, governor says
15/07/25 11:00 from BBC News - World
The Israeli military said it had struck a number of military compounds belonging to the armed group Hezbollah.
» Two dead after flash flooding in New Jersey and New York City
15/07/25 10:57 from BBC News - World
The New Jersey governor has declared a state of emergency as some roads are blocked and subways delayed.
» BlackRock inflows hit by big client redemption
15/07/25 10:42 from FT.com - World
Shares fall despite market rally driving world’s largest asset manager to record $12.5tn in assets
» Murder trial begins for Colorado dentist accused of poisoning wife's protein shakes
15/07/25 10:38 from ABC News: ABCNews
A Colorado dentist accused of killing his wife of 23 years by poisoning her protein shakes begins trial with opening arguments this week
» Investors pile into US tech stocks at fastest pace in 16 years
15/07/25 10:23 from FT.com - World
Bank of America survey shows renewed appetite for ‘Magnificent Seven’ despite lingering concerns over US dollar
» DEA head warns of meth surge, including meth-laced pills targeting college-age adults
15/07/25 10:22 from ABC News: ABCNews
The DEA is warning about a surge in the use of methamphetamine, with officials expressing particular concern over meth-laced pills being sold as drugs like Adderall.
» June inflation shows US tariff pressures building on consumer prices
15/07/25 10:20 from FT.com - World
Headline and core data in line with expectations but will not be enough to ease Fed’s fears of tariff-driven price rises
» Europeans are still wary of Trump's promises to Ukraine despite apparent U-turn on Putin
15/07/25 10:20 from World news
Trump's pledge of Patriot missiles to Ukraine and tariffs for Russia leaves some Europeans wary
» Thousands of Afghans were resettled in Britain after a data leak put them in danger
15/07/25 10:13 from World news
A dataset containing the personal information of nearly 19,000 Afghans who had applied to move to Britain was released in error in 2022, and extracts were later published online.
» Fourteen people arrested after anti-migrant riots in southern Spain
15/07/25 10:12 from BBC News - World
Clashes were sparked after an alleged attack on a man in his 60s by three Moroccan men.
» Reeves to reform UK bank ringfence rules in financial services overhaul
15/07/25 10:10 from FT.com - World
Chancellor announces ‘Leeds reforms’ to try and drum up more investment
» Inflation and interest rates tracker: see how your country compares
15/07/25 10:07 from FT.com - World
Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane. See how actions taken by your central bank affect you
» Thirteen people arrested after anti-migrant riots in southern Spain
15/07/25 10:00 from BBC News - World
Clashes were sparked after an alleged attack on a man in his 60s by three Moroccan men.
» BlackRock inflows hit by exit of big client
15/07/25 09:50 from FT.com - World
Shares fall despite market rally driving world’s largest asset manager to record $12.5tn in assets
» The small mining company that won backing from the Pentagon — and Apple
15/07/25 09:30 from FT.com - World
MP Materials secured investment as Donald Trump sought to counter China and take a new approach to national defence
» Donald Trump’s frustration with Russia boils over
15/07/25 09:00 from FT.com - World
Also in today’s newsletter, how one Republican said no to Trump and got away with it
» Crypto is top money laundering threat, warns new EU watchdog
15/07/25 09:00 from FT.com - World
AMLA chair says Europe’s digital currencies market will be its clear priority
» Trump suggests first lady's role in changing his view of Putin over Ukraine – video
15/07/25 08:50 from World news: World news + Video | guardian.co.uk
After Donald Trump threatened Russia with secondary tariffs of 100% if there was no progress on a Ukraine peace deal within 50 days, he spoke about the role his conversations with Melania Trump had had in highlighting Vladimir Putin's du...
» UK set up secret Afghan relocation scheme after data breach
15/07/25 08:49 from BBC News - World
The existence of the scheme could not be reported until now because of a court injunction.
» Ukrainians unimpressed by Trump's 50-day ultimatum to Putin
15/07/25 08:36 from BBC News - World
Kyiv's mayor is among those asking why there has to be a delay to introducing new tariffs as the fighting continues.
» A quick guide to the Afghan files
15/07/25 08:34 from FT.com - World
Summary of how the data was leaked, its repercussions and costs, and what could happen next
» Chinese stocks go down at night because no one trusts anyone: study
15/07/25 08:33 from FT.com - World
The unintended consequences of protecting degens from algos
» Citi profits jump as trading, investment banking, wealth units grow
15/07/25 08:22 from FT.com - World
Flurry of financial sector reports expected to show investment banking still in the doldrums for another quarter
» US banks buoyant as market volatility boosts earnings
15/07/25 08:22 from FT.com - World
Flurry of financial sector reports expected to show investment banking still in the doldrums for another quarter
» The British state’s battle to contain the fallout from a catastrophic data leak
15/07/25 08:12 from FT.com - World
Significant decisions affecting immigration and the UK’s fiscal deficit were hidden in effort to protect Afghans
» Russia shrugs off Trump's threat of 'very severe tariffs'
15/07/25 08:05 from World news
President Donald Trump may have expected a Russian shudder of fear to greet his threat of “very severe tariffs” on the country if it didn’t agree a ceasefire in Ukraine.
» Watch: How do you get a phone call with the president?
15/07/25 08:02 from BBC News - World
The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue shares the story behind his exclusive telephone interview with Donald Trump.
» Trump is flunking his Epstein test
15/07/25 07:41 from FT.com - World
For years he insisted on a deep-state plot that only he could expose. Now he says there is nothing to show
» Nissan to end production at one of Japan’s first large-scale car plants
15/07/25 07:40 from FT.com - World
Oppama factory to close if a buyer not found by the time production ceases in March 2028
» Aspiring Fed chairs play to an audience of one
15/07/25 07:30 from FT.com - World
Kevin Warsh and Kevin Hassett are eroding their credibility to court Donald Trump
» Indigenous elders lose landmark climate battle against Australian government
15/07/25 07:29 from BBC News - World
The ruling said the government did not owe a duty of care to protect the Torres Strait islands from climate change.
» Ex-Nigerian President Buhari to be buried at home
15/07/25 07:26 from BBC News - World
Muhammadu Buhari, who was both a military ruler and elected president, died in London on Sunday.
» U.S. citizen who helped Russia from inside Ukraine granted passport by Putin
15/07/25 07:23 from World news
Daniel Martindale, a U.S. citizen who helped the Kremlin target troops in Ukraine, has received a Russian passport in Moscow.
» UK set up secret Afghan immigration scheme after data leak and gagged media
15/07/25 07:21 from FT.com - World
‘Super-injunction’ lifted two years after 25,000 were placed at risk of Taliban reprisals
» UK set up secret Afghan immigration scheme and gagged media after data leak
15/07/25 07:21 from FT.com - World
‘Super-injunction’ lifted two years after 100,000 people were placed at risk of Taliban reprisals
» Russia 'didn’t care' about Trump's weapons for Ukraine, tariff threats, official says
15/07/25 07:16 from ABC News: ABCNews
Russia continued its nightly bombardment of Ukrainian cities overnight into Tuesday, after President Donald Trump said the U.S. would send military equipment to Kyiv.
» The undersea tunnel network that could transform Shetland's fortunes
15/07/25 07:14 from BBC News - World
The local council says it is pushing ahead with plans to build tunnels to four outlying isles in the archipelago.
» Affected Afghans prepare to sue UK government
15/07/25 07:13 from FT.com - World
Security lapse has put tens of thousands of Afghans at heightened risk of murder and torture by the Taliban
» Breach ‘one of many data losses’ connected to relocation scheme, government says
15/07/25 07:13 from FT.com - World
Security lapse has put tens of thousands of Afghans at heightened risk of murder and torture by the Taliban
» Live updates: Nearly 8,000 Afghans to be relocated to UK because of breach
15/07/25 07:13 from FT.com - World
Security lapse has put tens of thousands of Afghans at heightened risk of murder and torture by the Taliban
» Australia-China relations ‘out of the trough’ but security tensions weigh on PM’s visit
15/07/25 07:08 from FT.com - World
In meeting with Xi Jinping, Anthony Albanese raises concerns over Chinese live fire exercises near Australia
» Australia’s Albanese walks US-China tightrope in Xi meeting
15/07/25 07:08 from FT.com - World
PM raises concerns over live fire naval exercises even as he seeks to strengthen economic ties
» Trump imposes 17% tariff on Mexican tomatoes
15/07/25 07:01 from BBC News - World
It comes after US tomato growers accused their Mexican counterparts of dumping their produce.
» Inside Mark Carney’s ‘grand bargain’ with the Canadian oil industry
15/07/25 07:00 from FT.com - World
The prime minister, a longtime climate finance advocate, has set about restoring relations with the fossil fuel industry
» Reeves tears up UK bank ringfence rules in financial services overhaul
15/07/25 06:42 from FT.com - World
Chancellor announces ‘Leeds reforms’ to try and drum up more investment
» How Trump woke me up for surprise interview - and the key takeaways
15/07/25 06:42 from BBC News - World
The US president signalled a new tone on Nato, voiced his respect for Keir Starmer - and showed his reflective side.
» M&A bankers find dealmaking tough under Trump
15/07/25 06:33 from FT.com - World
Activity has collapsed with approvals becoming more politically charged
» Google and Brookfield strike $3bn hydro power deal
15/07/25 06:30 from FT.com - World
Tech groups seeking renewable energy to meet huge demand from artificial intelligence
» China’s second-quarter growth beats forecasts but deflation fears fuel calls for stimulus, deeper reform
15/07/25 06:21 from World news
China’s economy grew at a faster-than-expected rate in the second quarter, keeping the country on track to meet its full-year target of 5% and easing some pressure on policymakers to step up stimulus to underpin growth
» China's second-quarter growth beats forecasts but deflation fears fuel calls for stimulus
15/07/25 06:21 from World news
China’s economy grew at a faster-than-expected rate in the second quarter, keeping the country on track to meet its full-year target of 5% and easing some pressure on policymakers to step up stimulus to underpin growth
» FirstFT: Epstein files highlight Maga divisions
15/07/25 06:15 from FT.com - World
Also in today’s newsletter, the ‘cat bond’ market and EU budget plan’s eastward shift
» Watch: Flash flooding sweeps through New York City subways
15/07/25 06:01 from BBC News - World
Passengers have been stranded in subways and cars submerged on roads after floods hit part of the US.
» Move over, matcha: a hojicha latte is summer’s buzziest order
15/07/25 06:00 from FT.com - World
The new Japanese green tea trend is coming to a café near you
» First Indian astronaut to visit ISS returns to Earth
15/07/25 05:57 from BBC News - World
The Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission with Shubhanshu Shukla splashed down off the coast of California.
» Aid workers 'executed' in Ethiopia's Tigray war, charity says
15/07/25 05:42 from BBC News - World
A Spaniard and two Ethiopians were shot dead during the conflict in northern Ethiopia, MSF says.
» Fresh inflation data to mark latest test for Trump's tariffs
15/07/25 05:38 from ABC News: ABCNews
Inflation has cooled this year, defying the fears of many economists.
» 'This is not our war' - Trump's Nato weapons deal sparks MAGA anger
15/07/25 05:38 from BBC News - World
Marjorie Taylor Greene, a key Trump ally, and former Trump strategist Steve Bannon have criticised the move.
» 'Not our war' - Trump's Nato weapons deal for Ukraine sparks MAGA anger
15/07/25 05:38 from BBC News - World
Marjorie Taylor Greene, a key Trump ally, and former Trump strategist Steve Bannon have criticised the move.
» JPMorgan, Citi and BlackRock to kick off US bank reporting season
15/07/25 05:34 from FT.com - World
Investment banking expected to have remained in the doldrums for another quarter
» BlackRock hits record $12.5tn in assets as bank results get under way
15/07/25 05:34 from FT.com - World
Flurry of financial sector reports expected to show investment banking still in the doldrums for another quarter
» JPMorgan reaps gains from Wall Street business as bank earnings begin
15/07/25 05:34 from FT.com - World
Flurry of financial sector reports expected to show investment banking still in the doldrums for another quarter
» I'm 'disappointed but not done' with Putin, Trump tells BBC
15/07/25 05:06 from BBC News - World
Trump says he trusts "almost no-one" in exclusive interview discussing the war in Ukraine, Nato and the UK.
» World's 'oldest' marathon runner dies at 114 in hit-and-run
15/07/25 05:05 from BBC News - World
Police say Singh was walking in his village in India's Punjab state when an unidentified vehicle hit him.
» Inflation report to arrive as Trump, Fed disagree over tariff risks
15/07/25 05:02 from ABC News: ABCNews
Inflation has cooled this year, defying the fears of many economists.
» Beyoncé's unreleased music stolen from car during Cowboy Carter tour
15/07/25 04:40 from BBC News - World
Authorities say they've issued an arrest warrant for a suspect but it's unclear whether the stolen items have been recovered.
» Labour will raise taxes, but on whom?
15/07/25 04:30 from FT.com - World
Vague statements from ministers indicate confusion rather than strategy
» EU eyes retaliatory tariffs against US aircraft, cars and bourbon
15/07/25 03:53 from FT.com - World
Measures would take effect if trade talks falter as Donald Trump threatens 30% levies from next month
» Netanyahu’s government teeters as ultra-Orthodox party quits coalition
15/07/25 03:50 from FT.com - World
Israeli PM’s parliamentary majority cut over move to end religious exemption from military service
» India reaches clean power capacity target despite coal reliance
15/07/25 03:17 from FT.com - World
Government says goal for 50% of non-fossil fuel capability has been met five years ahead of pledge
» BoE delays part of post-financial crisis banking reforms
15/07/25 03:15 from FT.com - World
One-year delay to part of Basel III package designed to ease capital requirements for British lenders
» Japan’s 10-year yield hits highest level since 2008 financial crisis
15/07/25 03:01 from FT.com - World
Government bond markets wary of political chaos and populist spending plans from upcoming election
» As theories swirl about Air India crash, key details remains unknown
15/07/25 02:42 from BBC News - World
Experts have raised questions about information not included in the preliminary report, writes the BBC's Theo Leggett.
» As theories swirl about Air India crash, key details remain unknown
15/07/25 02:42 from BBC News - World
Experts have raised questions about information not included in the preliminary report, writes Theo Leggett.
» WATCH: New York City subway train and platform flooded as storms hit the Northeast
15/07/25 02:14 from ABC News: ABCNews
Footage shows flooding at the 28th Street station in New York City on Monday night as slow-moving thunderstorms hit the Northeast.
» The ECB’s song of fire and flood keeps getting louder
15/07/25 02:10 from FT.com - World
But is anyone listening?
» Ethiopian troops 'executed' aid workers in Tigray war, charity says
15/07/25 01:30 from BBC News - World
A Spaniard and two local people were shot multiple times during the conflict in northern Ethiopia, MSF says.
» Student loans: a drag, not a disaster
15/07/25 01:30 from FT.com - World
Plus, is the emerging markets party over?
» Faroes-style tunnels could 'transform' fortunes for Shetland isles
15/07/25 01:07 from BBC News - World
The local council says it is pushing ahead with plans to build tunnels to four outlying isles in the archipelago.
» I'm disappointed but not done with Putin, Trump tells BBC
15/07/25 01:07 from BBC News - World
Trump says he trusts "almost no-one" in a wide-ranging phone call on the war in Ukraine, Nato and the UK.
» Nvidia gets nod from Washington to resume sales of H20 China chip
15/07/25 01:01 from FT.com - World
Leading AI chipmaker had taken $4.5bn writedown after tightening US controls banned export of its key product
» EU weighs sanctions on Israel as concerns mount over Gaza aid deal
15/07/25 01:00 from FT.com - World
Also in this newsletter: Is the EU ban on Russian gas legal?
» Australia’s PM seeks to balance trade and security tensions in Xi meeting
15/07/25 00:45 from FT.com - World
Anthony Albanese touts tourism and steel co-operation on six-day China trip that is clouded by Trump turmoil
» Flash flooding impacts New York City transportation as storms hit the Northeast
15/07/25 00:32 from ABC News: ABCNews
Slow-moving storms are expected to drop a lot of rain quickly. Rainfall rates up to 3 to 4 inches per hour are possible.
» FirstFT: US threatens Russia with ‘severe’ tariffs
15/07/25 00:31 from FT.com - World
Also in today’s newsletter, the ‘cat bond’ market and EU budget plan’s eastward shift
» China growth slows less than expected in face of Trump tariffs
15/07/25 00:30 from BBC News - World
Beijing says the economy grew by 5.2% in the three months to the end of June, compared to the same time last year.
» China growth beats expectations as Trump tariffs loom
15/07/25 00:30 from BBC News - World
Beijing says the economy grew by 5.2% in the three months to the end of June, official figures show.
» How BYD caught up with Tesla in the global EV race
15/07/25 00:05 from FT.com - World
The Chinese group is poised to outsell its US rival this year after it dramatically narrowed the technology gap between the two
» Twilight of the M&A giants
15/07/25 00:00 from FT.com - World
Plus, France’s telecom billionaires prepare for a carve-up
» Universities in England at risk of long-term decline, says British Academy
15/07/25 00:00 from FT.com - World
Outgoing president Dame Julia Black calls on ministers to overhaul their ‘confused’ approach to higher education
» City leaders call for ‘tax certainty’ from Rachel Reeves
15/07/25 00:00 from FT.com - World
Wealth managers warn ahead of chancellor’s Mansion House speech that ‘thousands of millionaires’ are leaving UK
» The strong grounds for optimism for the UK economy
15/07/25 00:00 from FT.com - World
Businesses thrive on certainty and the government is setting out clear frameworks for growth
» Post Office scandal clouds Fujitsu’s AI rally
15/07/25 00:00 from FT.com - World
Japanese tech group has been in a good position as far as global AI aims are concerned
» Pity the policymakers in the AI jobs tsunami
15/07/25 00:00 from FT.com - World
Instead of retraining those who lose work, politicians could help people take matters into their own hands
» Plan to boost returns from Russian assets ‘expropriation’, warns Euroclear
15/07/25 00:00 from FT.com - World
Clearing house chief executive warns against EU plan to raise more money for Ukraine by investing in riskier assets
» Catastrophe bond sales hit record as insurers offload climate risks
15/07/25 00:00 from FT.com - World
Investors attracted by high yields, while recent natural disasters have failed to trigger losses for bondholders
» Why a clean sweep on tax reform is the easiest option
15/07/25 00:00 from FT.com - World
There are three big wins for the UK government if it ditches the hotchpotch of incentives and loopholes
» What could Zohran Mamdani mean for NYC’s prime property market?
15/07/25 00:00 from FT.com - World
Some homeowners are worried by the prospect of a ‘radical socialist’ mayor — but they underestimate the resilience of this high-stakes, high-reward city
» New York City is still the best place to buy women’s shoes
15/07/25 00:00 from FT.com - World
A shoe lover reveals where to find expert salespeople, chic independent brands, and the best women’s footwear today
» Orbán’s son-in-law defends fortune as Hungary’s elite face backlash
15/07/25 00:00 from FT.com - World
Hungarian leader has been accused of favouring family and friends, but István Tiborcz insists he does not benefit
» Starling Bank weighs New York listing as part of US expansion plans
15/07/25 00:00 from FT.com - World
London-based fintech on hunt for American lender to help boost State-side business
» How a small mining company won a big investment from the Pentagon
15/07/25 00:00 from FT.com - World
MP Materials won US backing as Trump sought to counter China and take a new approach to national defence
» The small mining company that won a big investment from the Pentagon
15/07/25 00:00 from FT.com - World
MP Materials secured US backing as Trump sought to counter China and take a new approach to national defence
» Meta to spend hundreds of billions to build AI data centres
14/07/25 23:59 from BBC News - World
The founder of the social media giant said one of the sites would cover an area nearly the size of Manhattan.
» China growth slows as trade turmoil weighs on economy
14/07/25 23:23 from BBC News - World
Beijing says the economy grew by 5.2% in the three months to the end of June, compared to the same time last year.
» Animals react to secret sounds from plants, say scientists
14/07/25 23:02 from BBC News - World
It opens up the possibility that an invisible ecosystem might exist between plants and animals.
» Flash flood threat as storms hit the Northeast
14/07/25 22:41 from ABC News: ABCNews
Slow-moving storms are expected to drop a lot of rain quickly. Rainfall rates up to 3 to 4 inches per hour are possible.
» China’s economy grows 5.2% in second quarter
14/07/25 22:03 from FT.com - World
Strong exports help world’s second-largest economy weather Trump’s trade war
» China’s GDP grows 5.2% as exports show resilience against Trump trade war
14/07/25 22:03 from FT.com - World
World’s second-biggest economy on track for full-year target despite weak demand at home
» Trump threatens Russia with tariffs while unveiling Ukraine weapons plan
14/07/25 22:01 from BBC News - World
Under the new plan, the US will sell weapons to Nato countries who will send them to Ukraine.
» WATCH: Michael Strahan to join 'Shark Tank' as guest judge
14/07/25 21:53 from ABC News: ABCNews
The "GMA" host is the newest Guest Shark on the show's upcoming season.
» India looks for ‘low-hanging fruit’ in high stakes US trade talks
14/07/25 21:30 from FT.com - World
Also in this newsletter: is the Modi government massaging economic data?
» Taiwan’s military takes preparation for Chinese invasion to civilians’ doorsteps
14/07/25 21:20 from FT.com - World
Annual Han Kuang exercises focus on more realistic scenarios of defending dense urban sprawl
» Measles cases soar in Europe as vaccine coverage falls short
14/07/25 20:55 from FT.com - World
The World Health Organization said infections more than doubled in Europe and Central Asia between 2023 and 2024
» DOJ urges Supreme Court to turn away Ghislaine Maxwell's appeal
14/07/25 20:42 from ABC News: ABCNews
The Department of Justice on Monday urged the Supreme Court to turn away an appeal from Ghislaine Maxwell, who is currently serving a 20-year sentence.
» Assisted-living facility where 9 died in fire was up for recertification this year
14/07/25 20:21 from ABC News: ABCNews
The Massachusetts assisted-living facility that caught fire Sunday evening was slated to undergo a recertification and compliance review process later this year.
» DOJ urges Supreme Court to turn away Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell's appeal
14/07/25 20:15 from ABC News: ABCNews
The Department of Justice on Monday urged the Supreme Court to turn away an appeal from Ghislaine Maxwell, who is currently serving a 20-year sentence.
» Flash flood threat for parts of the Northeast, including New York City
14/07/25 20:00 from ABC News: ABCNews
Slow-moving storms are expected to drop a lot of rain quickly. Rainfall rates up to 3 to 4 inches per hour are possible.
» US probes imports of drones and critical material in chips and solar panels
14/07/25 19:58 from FT.com - World
Investigations could lead to tariffs on unmanned aircraft systems and polysilicon
» India can't wish away coal - but can it be made cleaner?
14/07/25 19:20 from BBC News - World
The country heavily relies on coal-powered thermal plants to meet its daily energy requirements.
» Reeves dials up risk in UK financial services as she seeks to boost growth
14/07/25 19:01 from FT.com - World
Chancellor will use her Mansion House speech to propose major easing of regulation in City of London
» Musk's Grok signs $200m deal with Pentagon days after antisemitism row
14/07/25 18:42 from BBC News - World
The deal is part of the Trump administration's push for more aggressive adoption of artificial intelligence in the government.
» UK to start processing Syrian asylum claims again
14/07/25 18:38 from BBC News - World
Decisions were paused more than seven months ago, following the fall of the Assad regime.
» WATCH: Jordan Chiles discusses possibly competing in 2028 Olympics
14/07/25 18:24 from ABC News: ABCNews
The gymnast said the upcoming Los Angeles games are "always on [her] mind."
» Trump’s Maga base split over handling of Jeffrey Epstein files
14/07/25 18:23 from FT.com - World
Swirling conspiracy theories around the convicted paedophile see the president’s supporters turn on his officials
» College cheating scandal ringleader required to tell new clients about crimes: Judge
14/07/25 18:03 from ABC News: ABCNews
A federal judge ruled Rick Singer must advise new clients of his criminal history.
» Trump's effort to quell MAGA revolt over Epstein files seems to add fuel to the fire
14/07/25 17:55 from ABC News: ABCNews
Trump came to the defense of Attorney General Pam Bondi amid an all-out revolt among his MAGA base over the administration's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
» US threatens Russia with ‘severe’ tariffs over war in Ukraine
14/07/25 17:53 from FT.com - World
Trump says he is ‘very unhappy’ with Moscow for lack of progress on a ceasefire deal
» UK to subsidise electric vehicle purchases as sales lag targets
14/07/25 17:46 from FT.com - World
Ministers will revive consumer grants for some battery models in new £650mn scheme
» Starbucks staff must work in the office four days a week
14/07/25 17:28 from BBC News - World
The coffees shop firm is offering one-time payments to staff who decide to leave rather than comply.
» College cheating scandal mastermind must tell new clients of criminal past: Judge
14/07/25 17:18 from ABC News: ABCNews
A federal judge ruled Rick Singer must advise new clients of his criminal history.
» Andrew Cuomo vows to run in New York mayoral race as independent
14/07/25 17:11 from FT.com - World
The former governor lost to Zohran Mamdani in the Democratic primary in June
» LVMH’s Loro Piana placed under court administration over alleged worker exploitation
14/07/25 17:05 from FT.com - World
Cashmere brand becomes fifth fashion house to be monitored in probe into labour rights violations in Italian supply chains
» Study finds no link between aluminum in vaccines and autism, asthma
14/07/25 17:01 from World news
A study of more than 1 million people found no link between aluminum in vaccines and an increased risk of autoimmune disease, allergies and autism.
» US tariff threat leaves Russia less rattled than relieved
14/07/25 17:00 from BBC News - World
The US is threatening Moscow with financial consequences if a deal to end the Ukraine war is not reached within 50 days.
» Rosenberg: Russia more relieved than rattled by US tariff threat
14/07/25 17:00 from BBC News - World
The US is threatening Moscow with financial consequences if a deal to end the Ukraine war is not reached within 50 days.
» Attorney General Pam Bondi fires top Justice Department ethics official
14/07/25 16:53 from ABC News: ABCNews
Attorney General Pam Bondi has fired one of the top officials tasked with advising her and other senior DOJ officials of their ethical obligations, a source confirms.
» Supreme Court allows Trump to continue effort to gut Education Department
14/07/25 16:50 from ABC News: ABCNews
The Supreme Court on Monday lifted an injunction against the Trump administration's efforts to gut the Department of Education.
» Gaza father's outrage after Israeli strike kills son 'searching for sip' at water point
14/07/25 16:35 from BBC News - World
Mahmoud Abdul Rahman's son, Abdullah, was among six children who died at a water distribution point in Gaza on Sunday.
» Motorists rescued as new flash flood warnings hit Central Texas
14/07/25 16:25 from BBC News - World
The heavy rain has forced rescuers to halt search operations for victims of the deadly floods that occurred in the region just over a week ago.
» Stocks close slightly higher, shrugging off Trump's tariffs on EU and Mexico
14/07/25 16:20 from ABC News: ABCNews
Trump said 30% tariffs on the European Union and Mexico will take effect Aug. 1.
» Trump weapons pledge marks major step forward for Ukraine
14/07/25 16:05 from BBC News - World
For the first time since returning to the White House, Trump pledges to make new weapons available to Ukraine.
» Andrew Cuomo will stay in NYC mayoral race
14/07/25 15:44 from ABC News: ABCNews
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Monday that he will actively stay in the New York City mayoral race.
» Starbucks to require corporate staff work from office four days a week
14/07/25 15:32 from FT.com - World
Mandate from chief executive Brian Niccol is latest retreat from flexible remote work policies
» E.U. tariffs set to raise pasta and wine prices, threatening jobs on both sides of the Atlantic
14/07/25 15:02 from World news
Europe is sounding the alarm: Tariffs could soon be hitting wallets of people in the United States
» Labour postpones London event due to be hosted by Mitie after backlash
14/07/25 14:48 from FT.com - World
Planned soirée at company’s Shard head office attracted criticism from unions and backbench MPs
» Historic lodge destroyed in Grand Canyon blaze
14/07/25 14:47 from BBC News - World
Tens of thousands of acres of land have been burned by two separate wildfires in the US state of Arizona.
» 'Heart-breaking': Locals and visitors devastated by loss of Grand Canyon Lodge
14/07/25 14:39 from BBC News - World
Historians and hikers are mourning the loss of the breathtaking site, which has burned down once before.
» EU budget shake-up to shift billions to eastern states
14/07/25 14:12 from FT.com - World
Leaked Brussels proposal suggests new method for distributing €750bn of farm and development funds
» Trump threatens Russia with tariffs while unveiling new Ukraine weapons plan
14/07/25 14:04 from BBC News - World
Under the new plan, the US will sell weapons to Nato countries who will send them to Ukraine.
» Texas flooding live updates: Commissioner says he’s been getting death threats
14/07/25 13:56 from ABC News: ABCNews
More than 130 people are dead after devastating flooding in the Texas Hill Country that began early on the Fourth of July.
» Trump threatens 100% secondary tariffs on Russia
14/07/25 13:49 from FT.com - World
US president seeks to step up pressure on Moscow to reach a peace deal with Ukraine
» US investors should beware of tariff complacency
14/07/25 13:47 from FT.com - World
America’s bullish stock market is at odds with Trump’s policy agenda
» 4 passengers, believed to be foreign nationals, killed in London plane crash
14/07/25 13:29 from ABC News: ABCNews
A small plane was involved in a 'collision' at London Southend Airport in Sussex, England, on Sunday, killing all four passengers, officials said.
» NFL legend John Elway won't be charged in fatal golf cart accident
14/07/25 13:24 from ABC News: ABCNews
Elway's business partner was fatally injured falling out of his golf cart.
» EU warns of ‘big gap’ in trade talks after Trump’s 30% tariff threat
14/07/25 13:20 from FT.com - World
Bloc’s trade commissioner Maroš Šefčovič said duties at that level would make transatlantic trading ‘almost impossible’
» Mixed signals from UK government on tax pledges fuel talk of rises
14/07/25 13:13 from FT.com - World
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces questions about how she will balance the books at the Autumn Budget
» UK ministers issue contradictory messages on tax
14/07/25 13:13 from FT.com - World
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is under growing scrutiny about how she will fill a fiscal hole at the Budget
» MP charged for accusing Lesotho king of signing over country to South Africa
14/07/25 13:11 from BBC News - World
Dr Tshepo Lipholo, an opposition MP, is yet to apply for bail and remains in police custody
» Volvo Cars to book $1.2bn charge on tariffs and launch delays
14/07/25 13:01 from FT.com - World
Exposed to US and European duties, the Geely-owned group has already announced a cut of 3,000 jobs globally
» Trump admin live updates: Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Russia
14/07/25 12:48 from ABC News: ABCNews
President Trump opened his remarks alongside NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office on Monday by threatening "severe tariffs" against Russia.
» Trump confirms Ukraine weapons deal and threatens Russia with severe tariffs – video
14/07/25 12:34 from World news: World news + Video | guardian.co.uk
Donald Trump announces that the US will send Patriot missiles and other weapons to Kyiv, and will impose 'very severe tariffs' on Russia if there is no deal to stop the war in Ukraine in 50 days Europe live – latest updates Continue read...
» Israel launches new attack on Syria with strikes against tanks
14/07/25 12:23 from FT.com - World
Assault comes after deadly sectarian clashes between Bedouin clans and Druze militia near the border
» Israel launches new round of strikes on Syria after sectarian clashes
14/07/25 12:23 from FT.com - World
Defence minister Katz calls attack a warning to new government after violence between Bedouin and Druze clans
» European stocks dip after Trump’s tariff threat
14/07/25 12:16 from FT.com - World
Analysts say much sharper sell-off likely if 30% levies on EU come into force
» First Harry Potter image released as production begins
14/07/25 12:14 from BBC News - World
Several new cast members have been announced, for roles including Dudley Dursley and Neville Longbottom.
» Dozens killed in clashes between Druze and Bedouin in southern Syria
14/07/25 12:08 from BBC News - World
Fighting continues in parts of Suweida province as the Syrian interior ministry sends forces to intervene.
» Reader callout: Have you signed a prenuptial agreement — or do you wish you had?
14/07/25 12:02 from FT.com - World
Such agreements are increasing in England and Wales
» Donald Trump threatens 100% secondary tariffs on Russia
14/07/25 11:56 from FT.com - World
US president seeks to step up pressure on Moscow to reach a peace deal with Ukraine
» Nigeria declares public holiday to honour former leader who died aged 82
14/07/25 11:51 from BBC News - World
Muhammadu Buhari, who led Nigeria as both a military ruler and elected president, died in London on Sunday.
» LIVE: ABC News Live
14/07/25 11:49 from ABC News: ABCNews
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» European stocks slip after Trump’s tariff threat
14/07/25 11:49 from FT.com - World
Analysts say much sharper sell-off likely if 30% levies on EU come into force
» Financial institutions should prepare for subsea cable sabotage
14/07/25 11:36 from FT.com - World
Attacks on the infrastructure that moves money could be a bigger threat than cyber hacks
» LIVE: Trump threatens 'severe tariffs' on Russia over war with Ukraine
14/07/25 11:32 from ABC News: ABCNews
24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events
» India orders airlines to check fuel switches on Boeing jets
14/07/25 11:25 from BBC News - World
India's aviation regulator gives airlines that operate in the country a week to comply with the order.
» How magical thinking came for net zero critics
14/07/25 11:22 from FT.com - World
Badenoch shows the temptation of just putting all this climate unpleasantness behind us
» 9 dead in fire at assisted-living facility: Officials
14/07/25 10:56 from ABC News: ABCNews
Nine people have been killed and dozens are hurt as a fire tore through an assisted-living facility in Fall River, Massachusetts, officials said.