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U.S., U.K. strike Houthi targets in Yemen in response to Red Sea attacks

The United States and the United Kingdom have “successfully conducted strikes” against Houthi targets in Yemen, President Joe Biden said…

Bank of England leaves policy unchanged, says rates to stay high for ‘extended period’

LONDON — The Bank of England on Thursday kept its main interest rate unchanged at 5.25% and said monetary policy…

U.S. has failed the Palestinian people, officials say after vetoed UN vote for Gaza Strip cease-fire

Palestinian officials expressed resounding disappointment after the United States vetoed a United Nations resolution calling for an immediate humanitarian cease-fire…

The UK Labour Party has a Biden-esque economic plan — but it’s very different to Bidenomics

LONDON — The U.K.’s main opposition Labour Party last week set out the economic platform it hopes will propel it…

Microsoft’s $69 billion Activision Blizzard takeover approved by UK, clearing way for deal to close

Britain’s top competition watchdog on Friday gave the green light to Microsoft’s proposed $69 billion takeover of gaming firm Activision…