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GOP defends Gabbard after Democrats say Trump’s pick for intelligence chief is ‘compromised’

“The U.S. intelligence community has identified her as having troubling relationships with America’s foes. And so my worry is that ...

Sweating the small stuff could work for Argentina

Javier Milei’s microeconomic reforms are aimed at dismantling deeply entrenched vested interests

Russia’s war economy is on its last legs, but peace may be even worse for Vladimir Putin, experts say

“Russia cannot continue waging the current war beyond late 2025, when it will begin running out of key weapons systems.” ...

It’s college application season, but don’t worry: most schools accept most students—and rates are up

“Colleges are competing for a smaller pool of potential students, and as a result, those who do apply enjoy higher ...

US retailers stretch out Black Friday deals to lure flagging shoppers

Spending is key driver of US economy but shows signs of slowing as impact of past inflation lingers

Elon Musk takes at aim manned fighter jets and the Pentagon’s costliest weapons program

“Meanwhile, some idiots are still building manned fighter jets like the F-35,” Musk posted on X. Read More

‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’ give Hollywood hope for strong holiday box office

The two films took in solid global ticket sales over weekend after fallow period for big studios

As US debt hits $36 trillion, about 1 in 5 dollars the government spends repays investors for borrowed money

“It’s clear the current amount of debt is putting upward pressure on interest rates, including mortgage rates for instance.” Read ...

Sleep 101: Tips and habits for getting a good night’s rest and boosting your health

Your complete guide to sleeping better, feeling rested, and optimizing your day. Read More

Lutnick’s Cantor in talks with Tether about $2 billion Bitcoin lending project

Lutnick could deepen the financial ties between his businesses and the company behind the world’s largest stablecoin. Read More

Morgan Stanley joins US peers putting Mideast HQ in Riyadh

The bank follows Wall Street rivals like Citigroup and Goldman Sachs in expanding their presence in the kingdom. Read More

Adani summoned by US SEC to explain position in bribery case

The SEC must send the summons via an “established protocol” involving diplomatic channels, which include the Indian Embassy in the ...

How to watch Week 12 of the 2024-2025 NFL season live online for free—and without cable

Could this be a weekend of upsets? Read More

Assisted dying bill splits UK cabinet ahead of vote

Poll finds 65% of British public supports change in law to allow voluntary euthanasia for terminally ill

Palace intrigue over Trump’s nominations grips winter White House

Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida is the scene of jostling for favour in the president-elect’s court

Climate multilateralism clings on, just

COP29 has produced a new global finance deal against considerable odds

5 stalled mega mergers that could get a green light under Trump

Biden’s aggressive antitrust enforcers stood in the way of deals involving names like Intel, Kroger and U.S. Steel. Read More

Jamie Dimon says the next generation of employees will work 3.5 days a week and live to 100 years old

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, says AI will enable people to work 3.5-day weeks in future. Read More

Most Gen Zers are terrified of AI taking their jobs. Their bosses consider themselves immune

Young adults experience high AI anxiety. The same can’t be said for their company leaders. Read More

Britain’s political consensus on climate starts to fracture

New Conservative party leader Kemi Badenoch has repeatedly criticised UK’s net zero target

Japan’s $250bn stimulus plan seeks to encourage more work and spending

Sharp raising of threshold before earnings are taxed is key measure in first major initiative of new Ishiba government

2025 is set to bring a ‘manager crash’ as burnout and lack of support reach a breaking point

A tsunami of burnout is coming for managers next year. Read More

UK wealth managers warn Reeves over plan to levy inheritance tax on pensions

AJ Bell boss tells chancellor that ‘complex and costly’ Budget proposal will ‘undermine’ retirement savings system

China’s cash-strapped shoppers drawn to second-hand luxury items

Price-conscious buyers hunt for deals while others seek goods that can hold value in times of uncertainty

The Trump vibe shift was there for all to see

Voters didn’t enter the polling booths holding their noses; they went in with their eyes wide open

Netanyahu’s allies call for purge as Israeli PM’s power grows

Emboldened leader is in his strongest position at home since war began despite ICC arrest warrant

Fate of Adani alleged bribery case could hang on Trump presidency

Justice department’s prosecution of Indian billionaire has wide economic and diplomatic implications

Russia recruits Yemeni mercenaries to fight in Ukraine

Mysterious Houthi-linked company duping men into joining Moscow’s war machine

German gloom deepens as Trump tariff threat rattles exporters

Acute vulnerability to a trade conflict could push struggling economy into recession, analysts warn

Top Biden adviser warns of ‘chaos’ if Trump raises tariffs and guts IRA

White House’s senior economy official says president-elect’s plans will hurt US manufacturing