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US demands CNN sale to allow AT&T-Time Warner deal

Dispute erupts in public as AT&T boss says he will not put news channel up for sale




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Google faces local antitrust investigation in US




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Google faces local antitrust investigation in US

Missouri raises competition and privacy questions in company’s home market




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Google faces sustained regulatory attack from emboldened critics

Political mood in US has shifted against big tech companies




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A radical plan for 21st century regulation

Traditional rulemaking is unable to keep up with new digital businesses




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Franken’s fall is good news for Big Tech

Senator was one of few Democrats to challenge monopoly power, writes Rana Foroohar




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Deutsche Bank fined $70m in US rate-rigging probe

Penalty for manipulation of Isdafix benchmark is German group’s latest American setback




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US lawmakers scrutinise Broadcom bid for Qualcomm

Mnuchin urged to examine ‘deeply concerning’ takeover attempt by Singapore chipmaker




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Trump rule change set to revive US savings product

Some experts say variable annuities are too complicated and offer a poor deal for consumers 




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Lyft sues New York City to halt minimum wage law

Mayor Bill de Blasio calls legal action ‘unconscionable’




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Qualcomm outlines $4.7bn revenue boost from Apple settlement

Chipmaker resolved legal battle with the iPhone maker last month




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US justice department prepares Google antitrust probe

Pressure on search giant rises following regulatory successes in Europe




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DoJ must make antitrust fit for the age of Big Tech

Competition law should take changing business models into account




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What to expect from this year's G20 summit

Martin Sandbu discusses the prospects that leaders attending this year's G20 summit in Osaka will be able to patch up their differences on trade and climate with Chris Giles and Leslie Hook.

 

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The European Union's new leadership team

Gideon Rachman discusses the fraught process of selecting a new leadership team in Europe and the impact these choices will have on integration, Eastern Europe and the Brexit negotiations, with Jim Brunsden and Ben Hall

 

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What envoy's downfall tells us about UK-US relations

Gideon Rachman discusses the crisis in Britain's relations with the US following the unscheduled departure of Kim Darroch as ambassador to Washington, with Ed Luce and Geoff Dyer.

 

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South Africa graft inquiry exposes ANC divisions

The judicial inquiry into alleged graft under the presidency of Jacob Zuma is laying bare the divisions of the ruling ANC. Gideon Rachman discusses Mr Zuma's testimony with Joseph Cotterill in Johannesburg and David Pilling, Africa editor.

 

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Britain's tanker dispute with Iran

What are the factors Britain and its allies need to consider as they weigh their response to Iran's seizure of a British-flagged tanker in the Strait of Hormuz? Barney Jopson discusses the difficult waters Iran and the west must navigate to avoid a further escalation with Andrew England and Najmeh Bozorgmehr

 

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Hong Kong protests: what happens next?

In this special episode from Hong Kong, Gideon Rachman talks to Regina Ip, a member of the territory's Executive Council and Legislative Council, and to student activist Joshua Wong about the continuing protests and what happens next.

 

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Introducing: The Rachman Review

Life in Europe's coronavirus hotspots: Foreign affairs columnist Gideon Rachman discusses how the coronavirus epidemic has been handled in Italy and Spain with the local FT correspondents, Miles Johnson in Rome and Daniel Dombey in Madrid. How are citizens reacting to the lockdown and what will be the long-term political and economic impact?

 

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Take long lunches, go home at four: tips for the modern boss

Simon Kuper on how a new generation of CEOs has a different approach to life at the top




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Restaurant kitchens tackle macho hours

Small changes promise big differences to female chefs mixing work and family life




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Male allies step forward on Wall Street

More men are offering to become allies, but is the move always welcome?




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Bullying bosses should examine their own ego problems

The tetchy leader needs to understand that people never forget abuse of hierarchical power




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Coronavirus crisis shows office workers what we miss

Remote working has unearthed unexpected challenges — and surprises




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Twitter boss shows the limits of ‘management by absence’

When leaders take on more than one job, others will question their focus and commitment




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Women at the Start

Why workplace culture is a shock to new graduates. Plus: simple rules for managing your money; look more confident in front of colleagues; career plans v no plans; avoiding burnout from overwork; and getting ahead with a side hustle




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Work culture is ‘rude awakening’ for graduates

Ingrained hierarchy and lack of recognition drive away young recruits




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Coronavirus compels companies to embrace remote working

Business practices undergo seismic change with flexible policies becoming standard




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Middle managers: the unsung heroes of this crisis

Managers need to communicate and connect with staff, and convey they are all in the same boat




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How to make planning by committee a success

Start with clear goals, prune failures and build on what has worked in the past




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A business book reading list for the lockdown

Andrew Hill picks his favourites among the 230 notable titles longlisted since 2005 — Join the discussion




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Lockdown diary of a London Tube manager: ‘The hardest thing is not knowing which customers have coronavirus’

In this FT series people share their stories of this extraordinary time




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Wartime CEOs are not the ideal leaders in this crisis

Experienced and adaptable bosses are more effective than rigid commanders




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Enter the FT’s Bracken Bower Prize 2020

With a £15,000 award, the competition aims to find the best proposal for a business book




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Live Q&A: How are you managing your business in the crisis?

Andrew Hill will be answering questions on Monday at 12pm and 5pm




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Mindfulness at work: now and Zen

With lockdowns fuelling anxiety among staff, should companies be investing in meditation training?




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The retail boss devising a strategy to survive lockdown

James Timpson has been planning how to operate his stores post-pandemic




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Is it safe? How to handle risks you cannot easily calculate

A previously simple decision of whether to reopen an office is now freighted with mortal peril




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Is my employer taking me for granted?

Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice




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Exams cancellations raise questions of what they are for

It is time to rethink whether such assessment really prepares us for life and work




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A new garden at Kew takes a step back in time

The Evolution Garden takes visitors on a chronological walk through plant life, with some surprising associations




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The triumphant restoration of the gardens at Marble Hill

The Twickenham house and garden played a part in 18th-century life and literature




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The English plant pots that conquered Japan

Whichford Pottery’s terracotta wares are as appreciated overseas for their English style as they are in the UK for their robustness




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What is the real cost of owning a garden?

A book on the economics of gardening puts today’s spending into perspective




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Six plants that make great Christmas gifts

From hellebores to roses, our gardening expert selects the best for warmer winters




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Let’s get Broxit done

Reflections and revelations from a year of politics — direct from a spinney in the English countryside where the annual badger summit took place




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Hedge with an edge: the best species to plant now

Here are choices to help you think outside the box (bush), avoid blight and encourage sustainability




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What are the best trees to plant now?

Our gardening columnist offers guidance for making a practical, ethical and beautiful choice




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The best seeds to sow now

Our gardens expert suggests some outstanding performers for summer blooms