How to Judge the New British Government’s First Budget by Mohamed A. El-Erian

If UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves tried to meet all the political demands that have been placed on her, her budget would likely result in disappointing growth and financial instability. Instead, the new government’s first budget should be judged according to four longer-term criteria. CAMBRIDGE – Here is an easy prediction: The budget […]

How to explore the ‘lost’ waterways of the Midlands

You should never be in a hurry on the canals. I had nowhere particular to be before nightfall, as long as it offered a pleasant rural view and relative peace. In the end I moored not far above the locks, the M1 a white noise in the background, with a view of fields and oak […]

Kamala Harris campaign told how to win by UK Labour strategist – POLITICO

Common challenges The collaboration is just one strand in a growing transatlantic network of center-left think tanks and political operatives shaping policy and political messaging in Washington and London. Common challenges on both sides of the Atlantic include immigration, housing and pressure from the left on issues such as the Gaza crisis. Matthew McGregor, the […]

Can Britain’s Labour Party teach Kamala Harris how to win? – POLITICO

On the surface, unexpected U.S. presidential candidate Kamala Harris and newly elected U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer may appear to have little in common. He’s a buttoned-down technocrat, more famous for his caution and quiet ruthlessness than for his rhetorical skills. Harris, meanwhile, is becoming known for a energetic campaign style mixing high politics and […]

How to invest $100,000 when stocks are at all-time highs

As stock markets press against all-time highs driven by the potential of artificial intelligence, the question of how to invest $100,000 has become more urgent than ever. To shed light on this, CNBC Pro asked two seasoned investment professionals — Richard Flax, chief investment officer at digital wealth manager Moneyfarm , and Robert Matthews, deputy […]

How to watch like a pro – POLITICO

2 a.m.: Labour strategists hope to unseat the Tory Avon and Somerset police commissioner and make gains in Tory North East Lincolnshire, where Labour ex-MP Melanie Onn is standing in the general. Lib Dems are talking down the odds of taking Portsmouth despite only needing four gains. Hart is a three-way fight between Tories, Lib Dems and a veteran community group. […]

How to maximise your May Bank holidays – without paying a premium

Book it: Red Savannah (01242 787800; redsavannah.com) offers a week in a Grand Luxury Villa at Sugar Beach from £5,750 per person, based on two people sharing, including international flights and airport transfers. Five affordable family holiday ideas This year, the May half term for England and Wales begins on Friday May 24 and ends on […]

Netanyahu says Israel will decide how to respond to Iran’s attack

JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Wednesday his country would be the one to decide whether and how to respond to Iran’s major air assault earlier this week, brushing off calls for restraint from close allies. Israel has vowed to respond to Iran’s unprecedented attack without saying when or how, leaving the […]

New Atheism Finally Learns How to Destroy Christi…

This piece was adapted from Russell Moore’s newsletter. Subscribe here. One of the most notorious atheists has had a “come to Jesus” moment. He’s also figured out, at long last, a way to undermine the Christian religion he loathes. And, unlike his previous efforts, this one could actually work. Richard Dawkins, the author of The […]