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Royal Mail staff to delay strike over coronavirus

Staff vote in favour of a walkout but union says they can help deliver supplies to elderly




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The coronavirus: my part in its downfall

Here is the role that I intend to play in bringing the global pandemic to an end




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Life BC and AC

The virus has pulled back a curtain on how fragile and financialised our economy is




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The wrong kind of American exceptionalism

Donald Trump’s ambivalence on coronavirus threatens both the US and its global power




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Let’s keep God out of this, shall we?  

Many see the epidemic as divine retribution for our sins




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Coronavirus and globalisation: the FT answered your questions

Rana Foroohar and Edward Luce talked to readers on the pandemic’s international impact




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The US is failing the test of the century

A new wave and second lockdown would be a bigger hit to wealth than a cautious return to work, but Donald Trump is refusing to listen




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Digging Joe Biden out of his basement 

Coronavirus is depriving the former vice-president of a real campaign




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The risk of a US double-dip depression is real

Reopening states to boost the economy despite the scientific evidence will do more damage than good




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The golden age of Jared Kushner

President’s son-in-law embodies everything that is wrong with America’s coronavirus response




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Tata’s lessons for the post-Covid world

Natarajan Chandrasekaran, Tata’s chief executive, forecasts a major shift to more flexible working arrangements




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UK watchdog warns US over rules for failing banks

FCA chief says regulators will lose faith in how US handles crises if regime changes




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Don’t bet on tech for your 10-year stock strategy

Investors should beware the regulatory storm gathering over Silicon Valley




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US senators renew effort to outlaw shell companies

Fears of Russian influence revive drive to track corporations’ true owners




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SEC boss Clayton touts his populist shift

Financial markets watchdog positions as defender of Main Street investors




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Brazil pension and tax reforms back on track, says Meirelles

Social security overhaul is key part of plan to rein in budget deficit




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Big Tech can no longer be allowed to police itself

Companies are able to fan the flames of fake news and also to remove it




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New realities confront a maturing internet

A two-decade old law is a poor fit with the digital world of today




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Election test for Macri’s promise to make Argentina ‘normal’ again

Legislative poll will be a referendum on the reformist president




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Big Tech and Amazon: too powerful to break up?

While Google, Facebook and Twitter are set for a grilling in Congress over Russia, it is the online retailer that is drawing intense scrutiny




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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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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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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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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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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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Male allies step forward on Wall Street

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




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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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Work culture is ‘rude awakening’ for graduates

Ingrained hierarchy and lack of recognition drive away young recruits




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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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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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Covid-19 lays bare managers’ efficiency obsession

The pandemic will prompt new rules insisting on better margins for error and will embed more safety-first habits




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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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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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Mindfulness at work: now and Zen

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




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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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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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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