Politics
Make sure you always know the latest political news with hard hitting articles about the shape the world is taking. Gain an understanding of what is occurring as a result of Brexit and the EU, the royal family, foreign affairs and changes in government regulation. In a world where local changes have international implications, these topics that affect us all.
Shutdown: Will Trump Declare A “State of Emergency”?
On January 21st, the United States will enter its second month into the longest shutdown of the country, facing a possible national emergency.
Federal Reserve Increases Rates, Despite Trump Opposition
In a ten-year high increase, the American Federal Reserve has increase its rate by 0.25%, to a target range of 2.25%-2.5%. The announcement sparked an important disapproval, including from the President of the United States Donald Trump himself.
Cabinet Hopeful for Brexit Deal Before November Ends
Senior Ministers have agreed to come to a Brexit agreement by the end of November, while establishing a strategy to ensure British Parliament and citizens will support it.
Brazil: Jair Bolsonaro, the “Trump of the Tropics”
Brazil is waking up this week with a heavy hungover. Last Sunday, Jair Bolsonaro was elected as a new President. This very controverted candidate was almost assassinated during the campaign.
Brussels Gives UK One Day to Settle Its Brexit Position
British PM Theresa May sent Dominic Raab to Brussels following her dramatic decision to “disengage”, after which the EU gave the UK one day to settle its Brexit position.
PM Theresa May Could be Getting Closer to a Brexit Deal
British PM Theresa May could be getting closer to a Brexit deal, with enthusiasm from the EU's Donald Tusk and Jean-Claude Juncker, but Downing St is reserved
Three Tory Ministers Support Holding a New Public Brexit Referendum
Dr. Phillip Lee and former education secretary Justine Greening said Tory MPs are in favor of a new pubic Brexit referendum after speaking at the People’s Vote event of the annual Conservative conference.
Three things to remember about the Labour Conference
The political landscape in the United Kingdom is undergoing some major shifts... As the country is holding its breath before Brexit takes effect next March, Jeremy Corbyn, leader of the Party gave a historical speech at the Labour Conference.
Theresa May Announces Plans to Raise Investment into Africa Post-Brexit
British Prime Minister Theresa May’s Cape Town speech on Tuesday included a promise to invest £4 billion into African economies post-Brexit.
Online Retailers May Face “Amazon Tax” to Save Brick-and-Mortar Businesses
Chancellor Philip Hammond revealed that he is seriously considering applying an “Amazon tax,” that is, a tax for online retailers, in order to even the competition with traditional companies.
