We report on Rishi Sunak becoming the next UK prime minister. Plus: global efforts to reconstruct Ukraine, Malaysia prepares to go to the polls, and Booker Prize winner George Saunders on his new collection of short stories.
Tag Archives: October 2022
Front Page: The New York Times – October 25, 2022
Rishi Sunak Wins Contest to Lead U.K. and Confront Economic Storm
After a period of chaos, Mr. Sunak, a Conservative, faces serious political and economic headwinds. He will be the first person of color and first Hindu to be prime minister.
Sunak’s Ascent Is a Breakthrough for Diversity, With Privilege Attached
Rishi Sunak’s ascent to the prime minister’s office is a significant milestone for Britain’s Indian diaspora. But for many, his immense personal wealth has made him less relatable.
Fearing a New Shellacking, Democrats Rush for Economic Message
In the final stretch before the 2022 midterm elections, some Democrats are pushing for a new message that acknowledges the pain of rising prices.10h agoBy JONATHAN WEISMAN and NEIL VIGDOR
Where Russians Retreated, Ukrainians Find Devastation
Returning to liberated towns, Ukrainians find destruction on a staggering scale, vital services cut, and the prospect of a lethal winter ahead.
Previews: The New Yorker Magazine – Oct 31, 2022
Will Sanctions Against Russia End the War in Ukraine?
D.C. bureaucrats have worked stealthily with allies to open a financial front against Putin.
How Samuel Adams Helped Ferment a Revolution
A virtuoso of the eighteenth-century version of viral memes and fake news, he had a sense of political theatre that helped create a radical new reality.
Sergio García Sánchez’s “Old Haunts”
The artist discussed Día de todos los santos and taking inspiration from the Old Masters.
By Françoise Mouly, Art by Sergio García Sánchez
Opinion: A Global House Price Slump, Xi Jinping Era Untied, Antidepressants
A selection of three essential articles read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. This week, the coming house-price slump, why Xi Jinping has no interest in succession planning (10:10) and how to make better use of antidepressants (19:29).
Front Page: The New York Times – October 24, 2022
China’s Leader Now Wields Formidable Power. Who Will Say No to Him?
Xi Jinping has created a new ruling elite packed with loyalist officials primed to elevate his agenda of bolstering national security and of turning China into a technological great power.
Boris Johnson Drops Bid to Return as U.K. Prime Minister
Pulling out of the race to succeed Liz Truss, the former prime minister eased a path for Rishi Sunak, his former chancellor of Britain’s treasury.
Math Scores Fell in Nearly Every State, and Reading Dipped on National Exam
The results, from what is known as the nation’s report card, offer the most definitive picture yet of the pandemic’s devastating impact on students.
Paris Exhibition Tours: The ‘Art Shopping Expo 2022’
Art Shopping is held in Paris on 21 to 23 October 2022 showing the companies news of France and internationals related to sectors Modern Art, Photography, Sculpture, Contemporary design, Arts, Art.
Front Page: The New York Times – October 23, 2022
Using Adoptions, Russia Turns Ukrainian Children Into Spoils of War
Thousands of Ukrainian children have been transferred to Russia. “I didn’t want to go,” one girl told The New York Times from a foster home near Moscow.
For Trump’s Backers in Congress, ‘Devil Terms’ Help Rally Voters
In vilifying tweets and speeches, G.O.P. lawmakers who contested the election have far outpaced other Republicans and Democrats in fueling polarization.
Fears Over Fate of Democracy Leave Many Voters Frustrated and Resigned
As democracy frays around them, Republicans and Democrats see different culprits and different risks.
Books: The New York Times Book Review – Oct 23, 2022
Cormac McCarthy’s New Novel: Two Lives, Two Ways of Seeing
Ken Burns Wishes More People Would Call Willa Cather a Great American Novelist
“What about ‘O Pioneers!’ or ‘My Ántonia’?” asks the documentarian and author of the forthcoming photo book “Our America.” “For that matter, what about Gabriel García Márquez? We do not have a copyright on the word ‘American.’”
Paul Newman’s Humanity and Star Power
When the actor appeared in the movie version of “Nobody’s Fool,” Richard Russo saw another side of him.
Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – Oct 24, 2022
Dow Surged 749 Points on Hopes the Fed Will Shift Gears
Fed officials are considering the timeline of a potential slowdown in interest-rate hikes, according to a Wall Street Journal report. Bond yields moved off their highs.
Tesla Stock Could Rebound in 3 Months. Here’s What it Would Take.
Tesla’s stock has been in a tailspin. But if the electric-vehicle maker is able to navigate a few bumpy months, it will be a signal that it’s headed in the right direction.
Big Banks Can Ride Out a Recession. The Top Stocks to Buy.
A recession in 2023 would put banks back on their heels after a strong recovery from the pandemic. Sticking with the battleships may be best.
Read Barron’s Magazine October 24, 2022 Online
Political Analysis: U.S. Midterm Election Issues And UK Tory Party Chaos
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