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First female in decades to take role of French Prime Minister

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France officially has a new prime minister after President Emmanuel Macron selected Labour Minister Elisabeth Borne for the role

It’s just the second time in 30 years a woman has held the position, as Macron gets set for the upcoming legislative elections in June.

In her inauguration speech, Borne dedicated her nomination to all little girls of France, telling them to go all the way pursuing their dreams.

It comes as Macron attempts to show frustrated voters he has heard their concerns, looking for a person who has green and social policy credentials.

This appointment will likely help the President counter hard-left veteran Jean-Luc Mélenchon who came in third place in the recent elections.

This support will Jean-Luc Mélenchon the opportunity to rally a broad range of left-leaning individuals in the June parliamentary vote.

Borne says the country needs to act “faster and stronger” to fight climate change and will fight to protect the nation’s purchasing power.

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US government reopens amid unresolved political divisions

US government reopens after record shutdown, yet deep political rifts and funding uncertainties linger

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US government reopens after record shutdown, yet deep political rifts and funding uncertainties linger

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– U.S. government reopens after 43-day shutdown, causing disruption and unpaid federal workers.
– Political divisions persist, with unresolved issues and nearly equal blame for the shutdown on both parties.
The U.S. government is set to reopen following the longest shutdown in history, lasting 43 days.
This shutdown disrupted air travel and food assistance, leaving over 1 million federal workers unpaid.Political divisions remain despite the funding package allowing the government to resume operations. Republican President Donald Trump’s administration continues to challenge Congress on financial matters, and unresolved health subsidies remain a key issue.

Discontent within the Democratic Party is evident, as moderates and liberals disagree on how to handle Trump’s presidency.

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Federal employees affected by the shutdown will receive back pay, with payments expected to be completed by Wednesday. While Trump’s administration previously threatened to withhold pay, there are no current indications of this. The deal reached ensures that federal jobs safeguarded during the shutdown are maintained.

Air Travel Normalises

Air traffic is returning to normal after significant disruption during the shutdown.

The Department of Homeland Security announced bonuses for security screeners who worked extra shifts. State funding for food aid programs will be restored shortly, assisting millions of Americans dependent on these resources.

Polling reveals nearly equal blame for the shutdown is placed on both political parties. Upcoming funding decisions pose the threat of repeating the shutdown cycle as concerns about national debt persist.


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Markets brace as U.S. government reopens ahead of key Fed signals

U.S. government funded through January; traders anxious amid economic data delays and potential December rate cut.

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U.S. government funded through January; traders anxious amid economic data delays and potential December rate cut.


The U.S. government is funded through January, averting another shutdown for now, but economic data delays and shifting Fed expectations are keeping traders on edge.

Markets now price in a 64% chance of a December rate cut as officials deliver crucial speeches this week.

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Starmer under strain as leadership rumours grow

Keir Starmer faces internal pressure and speculation of a leadership challenge ahead of the crucial Autumn Budget.

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Keir Starmer faces internal pressure and speculation of a leadership challenge ahead of the crucial Autumn Budget.


UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces mounting internal pressure amid talk of a leadership challenge and economic strain ahead of the Autumn Budget.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ looming tax decisions and Starmer’s sinking approval ratings are fuelling speculation across Westminster.

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