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FT Opinion

A Keynesian solution to global imbalances

Economists have been proposing fixes to structural problems created by an international reserve currency since the 1940s

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The Times

Stay calm, Kemi Badenoch. ‘Unite the Right’ would kill the Tories

A piece worth reading for the shape of the argument, not just the headline.

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The Times

We’re entering a sectarian age — playing to extremes wins votes

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NYT Opinion

How Students Interact With A.I. Is What Matters

Readers discuss artificial intelligence and writing in the classroom. Also: President Trump’s latest assault on science; election workers.

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Angela Rayner calls for Burnham’s return as she accuses Starmer of ‘crony culture’

Former deputy prime minister says that Labour ‘needs to change’ in first remarks since local elections defeat
Financial Times

Starmer faces fight for survival as calls to resign escalate

Prime minister aims to win back younger voters who deserted Labour in this week’s local elections
Financial Times

How do Labour leadership challenges work?

Keir Starmer’s party has less experience in ousting leaders than the Conservatives
Financial Times

The court of king Farage

As Reform UK’s leader aims for government, he must juggle a growing crowd of admirers and influence-seekers
BBC News

Labour MP challenges ministers to move against Starmer

Catherine West threatens to challenge Keir Starmer herself, as minister Bridget Phillipson backs the embattled PM.
BBC News

Army parachutes onto remote island to help Briton with suspected hantavirus

The specialist team parachuted onto Tristan da Cunha, a remote British overseas territory, to treat them.
BBC News

Countries airlift nationals evacuated from from virus-hit cruise ship

Spanish passengers are the first to leave the MV Hondius, after an outbreak saw three people die and several infected.
BBC News

Tories are still biggest party on the right, claims Cleverly

Leading Tory brands Reform a "cult of personality" but Reform deputy leader says its electoral success has shaken up...
BBC News

Iran sends response to US proposals to end war

No details have been released of Iran's response - or the US proposals - designed to bring the war to an end.
NYT Europe

Keir Starmer Says No, He Won’t Resign

But if his opponents mount a challenge, how would it unfold?
NYT Europe

British Paratroopers Deliver Aid to Remote Islands With Possible Hantavirus Case

The British military took critical medical supplies to Tristan da Cunha, a tiny British archipelago where...
The Telegraph

Anderson justifies £100m valuation and puts Forest on brink of safety

Anderson justifies £100m valuation and puts Forest on brink of safety
The Telegraph

Marlborough racing tips and best bets for today’s races

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