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Saturday Morning: News And Stories From London

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Monocle on Saturday (November 16, 2024): Georgina Godwin looks back at the week’s news including president-elect Donald Trump’s picks for his future cabinet, X (formerly Twitter) users decamping to Bluesky and the purchase of Alex Jones’s ‘InfoWars’ by satirical publication ‘The Onion’.

Joining Georgina is Isabel Hilton, founder of China Dialogue and current chair of the judges of the Baillie Gifford Prize for Non Fiction. Plus: we hear from one of the judges of the Books Are My Bag Readers Awards, Vivian Godfrey, about British readers’ continued love affair with Japan. Finally, Monocle’s Michael Booth speaks to the Copenhagen-based publisher behind the Gold Medal winning “Most Beautiful Book in the World”.

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The New York Times — Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024

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Trump Takes On the Pillars of the ‘Deep State’

The Justice Department, Pentagon and intelligence agencies were the three areas of government that proved to be the most stubborn obstacles to Mr. Trump in his first term.

Kennedy’s Vow to Take On Big Food Could Alienate His New G.O.P. Allies

Processed foods are in the cross hairs of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., but battling major companies could collide with President-elect Donald J. Trump’s corporate-friendly goals.

Is a ‘Green’ Revolution Poisoning India’s Capital?

India promised to burn its trash mountains and safely turn them into electricity. But a New York Times investigation found hazardous levels of toxic substances around homes, playgrounds and schools.

Trump Immigration Targets: Ukrainians, Venezuelans, Haitians

The president-elect has vowed to end a program that allows thousands of people from troubled nations to stay in the United States.

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News: Israel Intensifies Attacks On Hezbollah, Lebanon Ceasefire Talks

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Monocle Radio Podcast (November 15, 2024): As Israel continues its bombardment of Hezbollah targets, those charged with bringing about a ceasefire suggest progress is being made.

We get the latest from Beirut as the region recalculates with the incoming Trump administration. Plus: Aaron Burnett on Germany’s elections and Karen Krizanovich brings us the latest from the world of film.

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The New York Times — Friday, November 15, 2024

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Trump Picks R.F.K. Jr. to Be Head of Health and Human Services Dept.

Whether the Senate would confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a vaccine skeptic who has unorthodox views about medicine, is an open question.

Gaetz, Gabbard and Hegseth: Trump’s Picks Are a Show of Force

President-elect Donald J. Trump’s cabinet picks show that he prizes loyalty over experience and is fueled by retribution.

Trump’s Cabinet Picks Test Senate G.O.P.’s Deference

The president-elect’s choice of combative loyalists who could have trouble being confirmed has raised constitutional questions about executive power and the Senate’s prerogatives.

Elon Musk Met With Iran’s U.N. Ambassador, Iranian Officials Say

The tech billionaire, a top adviser to President-elect Donald J. Trump, was reported to have discussed ways to defuse tensions between Iran and the United States.

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News: Ukraine Prepares For Russia Offensive, Trump Meets With Biden

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Monocle Radio Podcast (November 14, 2024): As Russia moves forward with its attempt to retake Kursk, Maria Avdeeva and Jenny Mathers join Georgina Godwin to discuss what options might still be available for Ukraine.

Plus: Trump meets Biden in the White House and Frances Colón details Cop29.

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The New York Times — Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024

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Trump and Biden Make Nice at the White House, at Least for 29 Seconds

President Biden and President-elect Donald J. Trump’s brief public display of civility was followed by a two-hour meeting behind closed doors.

Matt Gaetz Is Trump’s Pick for Attorney General

The Florida congressman, a polarizing figure on Capitol Hill, could give President-elect Donald J. Trump an ally at the top of the Justice Department who would not resist his directives.

Republican Senators Elect John Thune as Next Majority Leader

The institutionalist South Dakotan emerged victorious over a right-wing, MAGA-backed challenge from Senator Rick Scott of Florida.

New York to Revive Congestion Pricing With $9 Toll

Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected to announce the revised program on Thursday with the aim of putting it in place before Donald Trump takes office.

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News: Germany Prepares For Elections, Flawed U.S. Study Of Medical Racism

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The Economist (November 12, 2024): At a time when Russia is making gains in Ukraine and Donald Trump has been re-elected as president, Europe needs strong leadership. Instead, Germany’s ruling coalition has collapsed. A study that hinted at racism among white doctors in America may have been flawed (9:18). And the wondrous revival of King’s Cross in London (17:23
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The New York Times — Tuesday, November 12, 2024

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Why Was There a Broad Drop-Off in Democratic Turnout in 2024?

Many Democrats failed to turn out to vote at the rate they did in 2020 when they ousted Donald Trump, according to an analysis of election data.

Europe Braces for Trump: ‘Worst Economic Nightmare Has Come True’

The United States is the biggest trading partner for the European Union and Britain, whose economies could be at risk from the president-elect’s policies.

California Counts Methodically as House Control Hangs in the Balance

Nine of the 16 races that will determine which party controls the House of Representatives are in California. No state takes longer to tally votes.

How a Colombian Influencer Made Recycling Cool

The character Marce the Recycler has created an enthusiastic dedication to proper waste separation among her devoted fans.

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News: First Trump Cabinet Picks Begin, Mozambique Unrest, Dubai Design Week

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Monocle Radio Podcast (November 11, 2024): We discuss who is assembling in Mar-a-Lago as Trump’s cabinet picks begin, consider why soldiers have been deployed on the streets of Mozambique and hear the highlights from Dubai Design Week.

Then: we check in with World Travel Market London and deliver the latest arts and culture news. Plus: today’s auction of the diamond necklace linked to Marie Antoinette’s downfall.

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The New York Times — Monday, November 11, 2024

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Israeli Strike in Gaza Kills Over 30 Palestinians, Emergency Services Say

The strike hit a house in the city of Jabaliya, which has repeatedly come under attack as the Israeli military has pressed an offensive in northern Gaza.

As Trump Returns to Power, Allies and Adversaries Expect a Wave of Revenge

President-elect Donald J. Trump’s momentary talk of unity on election night may underestimate the depth of his resentment after multiple impeachments, investigations, indictments and lawsuits.

Unions Bet Big on Harris. Now They’re Bracing for Consequences.

Government unions, service worker unions and industrial unions all face possible repercussions from Donald Trump’s victory, but not necessarily all the same kind.