Alison Rose of NatWest, one of the country’s largest banks, resigned after Nigel Farage, a Brexit firebrand, said his account had been shut because of his political views.
Category: Politics and Government
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Why Won’t Simon Ateba Stop Shouting?
The Today News Africa gadfly has become a hero on the right, thanks to his confrontational behavior in the White House briefing room.
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Why Won’t Simon Ateba Stop Shouting?
The Today News Africa gadfly has become a hero on the right, thanks to his confrontational behavior in the White House briefing room.
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Pan Gongsheng Named Head of Chinese Central Bank
Pan Gongsheng, who was named governor of the People’s Bank of China after overseeing $3 trillion in reserves, stopped a currency plunge in 2016.
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China’s Government Offers Love, but Entrepreneurs Aren’t Buying It
The government’s new 31-point guidelines meant to inspire confidence feel empty to businesspeople after a three-year clampdown and no concrete changes.
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A.I. Regulation Is in Its ‘Early Days’
While there has been a flurry of activity by the White House and lawmakers over artificial intelligence, rules for the technology remain distant, lawmakers and experts said.
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Gretchen Whitmer Would Like You to Call Her ‘Governor Barbie’
It’s part of a social media stunt by the pink-loving politician. But does it represent a shift for women in politics?
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Looming U.S. Investment Restrictions on China Threaten Diplomatic Outreach
Any such restrictions are expected to anger Beijing and will be the first test of the new channels of communication that the world’s two largest economies are trying to restore.
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Other Sports Faced Congress’s Glare. Now Golf Will Get Its Turn.
A Senate hearing on Tuesday is just one part of Washington’s scrutiny of the PGA Tour’s deal with Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund.
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With War as a Backdrop, a Russian Fencing Drama Plays Out in the U.S.
The departure of Russian fencers who object to their country’s invasion of Ukraine has created a stir at home and left their sporting futures in question.
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German Government Slashes Spending, Except on the Military
The proposed package foresees spending about 6 percent less in 2024 from this year, in a return to financial austerity. But the severity of the cuts to social services drew sharp criticism.