Saturday Morning: News And Stories From London

Monocle on Saturday (July 13, 2024): Charles Hecker joins Georgina Godwin to talk about the Democrats’ dwindling support for Biden, the future of Paris and ‘The New York Times’ list of the best-selling books of the 21st century.

Plus: the founder of Weatherglass Books, Neil Griffiths, talks about co-founding a small publishing house and the Republic of Consciousness Prize for Small Presses.

The New York Times — Saturday, July 13, 2024

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Democrats Fear Safe Blue States Turning Purple as Biden Stays the Course

Lingering worries about President Biden’s age could make Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Mexico and Virginia competitive, party operatives believe.

Polls May Shape Biden’s Future. Are They Up to the Job?

The president’s chances increasingly rely on the possibility that the polls are misfiring.

Home Insurance Rates in America Are Wildly Distorted. Here’s Why.

Climate change is driving rates higher, but not always in areas with the greatest risk.

‘Rust’ Case Against Alec Baldwin Is Dismissed Over Withheld Evidence

The involuntary manslaughter case against Mr. Baldwin fell apart after an envelope of ammunition that the prosecution had not shown the defense was brought into the courtroom.

Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – July 15, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE – JULY 15, 2024 ISSUE:

48 Investment Ideas for the Rest of the Year From Our Roundtable Pros

48 Investment Ideas for the Rest of the Year From Our Roundtable Pros

We checked in with our panelists to get their take on how the world has changed since all 11 met in January.

Shari Redstone Wins, Shareholders Lose in Paramount-Skydance Deal

Shari Redstone Wins, Shareholders Lose in Paramount-Skydance Deal

Paramount Global’s merger with Skydance Media will reward Skydance and Shari Redstone’s National Amusements. But it’s a bad deal for average shareholders. We do the math.

Biden and Trump Want to Save the Ailing Steel Industry. They Could Kill It Instead.

Biden and Trump Want to Save the Ailing Steel Industry. They Could Kill It Instead.

U.S. manufacturers will end up paying more for steel if the Biden administration imposes 25% steel tariffs. Trump has said he would increase tariffs to 60% if elected.