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Category Archives: News
Front Page: The New York Times – September 16, 2022
Putin Nods to Xi’s ‘Concerns,’ and the Limits of Their Cooperation
The discordant messages of China’s president, Xi Jinping, and President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia suggested that despite an earlier pledge of “friendship,” Moscow does not have an unconditional ally in Beijing.
Judge Keeps Block on Inquiry Into Mar-a-Lago Files and Names Special Master
The Justice Department is planning to appeal, but the decision is likely to significantly delay its investigation into former President Donald J. Trump’s handling of government records.
News Headlines: Xi Jinping Travels To Central Asia, EU Unveils Energy Crisis Plan
Xi Jinping’s first overseas trip since the pandemic: what’s at stake? Plus: the EU’s energy crisis plan, a flick through today’s papers and a special interview with the CEO of the British Fashion Council.
Front Page: The New York Times – September 15, 2022
Zelensky Visits a City Just Miles From the Front, Underscoring Ukraine’s Gains
President Volodymyr Zelensky’s trip to a city reclaimed days ago demonstrated Ukraine’s growing boldness in the wake of Russia’s frantic retreat from the country’s northeast.
War May Be Distant in Moscow, but in One Russian Border City, It’s Real
In Belgorod, 25 miles from Ukraine, recent losses by Russia’s military have brought home the reality of the war in a way not present elsewhere in the country.
Front Page: The New York Times – September 14, 2022
Inflation Remained Stubbornly High in August, Rattling Consumers and Investors
Overall inflation moderated less than anticipated, and a closely watched measure of price pressures jumped, bad news for the Federal Reserve.
These 97 Members of Congress Reported Trades in Companies Influenced by Their Committees
See the stocks the lawmakers reported buying and selling and how their trades potentially conflicted with the committees they sat on.
Opinion: Death Of Queen Ends Era, Bolsonaro’s Threat, EU Energy Crisis
A selection of three essential articles read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. This week, the death of Elizabeth II marks the end of an era. Also, why Jair Bolsonaro poses a threat to Brazilian democracy (11:15), and Europe’s energy market in crisis (19:12).
Front Page: The New York Times – September 13, 2022
Ukraine’s Sudden Gains Prompt New Questions for Commanders
Ukraine’s military is gauging how far its forces can press the attack, at risk of their ability to hold the new lines. Russian leaders are trying to regroup after a dramatic, demoralizing rout.
As Russian Losses Mount in Ukraine, So Does Criticism Back Home
Ukraine’s recent battlefield successes are emboldening Vladimir Putin’s critics and sending his supporters in search of someone else to blame.
King Charles Inherits Untold Riches, and Passes Off His Own Empire
As prince, Charles used tax breaks, offshore accounts and canny real estate investments to turn a sleepy estate into a billion-dollar business.
News Headlines: Ukraine Offensive Gains In East As Economy Steadies, Netflix
A.M. Edition for Sept. 12. Ukraine’s military forces have had a spate of successes over Russia in recent weeks, reclaiming huge swaths of the Eastern front. But the country’s also gaining economic momentum.
Earlier in the war, some predicted Ukraine’s economy would contract by as much as 50%. Now this year’s GDP is only expected to be 30% below last year’s. WSJ’s Marcus Walker says that thanks in part to Ukrainian businesses and the government in Kyiv, which have found ways to adapt. Luke Vargas hosts.
Front Page: The New York Times – September 12, 2022
Ukraine Routs Russian Forces in Northeast, Forcing a Retreat
Russia acknowledged that it had lost nearly all of the northern region of Kharkiv after a blitzkrieg thrust by Ukrainian fighters.
Russia’s Retreat in Ukraine Pokes Holes in Putin’s Projection of Force
Russia’s military setbacks may be weakening President Vladimir V. Putin’s reputation at home as a savvy geopolitical strategist.
Sunday Morning: Stories And News Headlines From Zurich, Berlin & London
Monocle’s editorial director Tyler Brûlé, Juliet Linley and Marcus Schögel on the weekend’s biggest talking points. Plus, check-ins with our friends and correspondents in Berlin and London.
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