Thames Water defers £2.5m boss bonuses until new year
Thames Water postpones controversial £2.5m retention payments for 21 executives as it seeks a multi-billion pound rescue deal. Discover the full story behind the bonus row.
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‘It’s Not Your Turn’: The Problem with Boardroom Appointments
Julianne Schultz reflects on the ‘jobs for mates’ culture in board appointments, arguing true meritocracy requires more than just ticking boxes. Read her insights on effective governance.
Football Regulator to Investigate Bad Owners from Next Week
The new Independent Football Regulator will begin investigating unsuitable club owners from 12 December, with powers to remove them. New era for football governance begins.
Report Slams FIFA, IOC Over Athlete Sexual Assault Policies
A damning report reveals deep distrust in FIFA and the IOC over handling athletes convicted of sexual offences, as the 2026 World Cup final venue is confirmed. Read the full investigation.
NDIS plans to be computer-generated in major overhaul
Exclusive: The NDIS is set for a sweeping overhaul, with participants' support plans to be assessed by a computer. Advocates warn of a 'nightmare scenario' and ask: did we learn nothing from Robodebt?
Five New Leaders Join South Bank Employers' Group Board
The South Bank Employers' Group has appointed five new directors to its board, marking a major governance overhaul. Discover how this will shape the area's future.
Future Fund's £20k Business-Class Hotel Scouting Trip
Australia's Future Fund faces scrutiny after spending £20,000 on a business-class trip for a former assistant to scope US hotels. Read the full investigation into the sovereign wealth fund's expenses.
Bidvest shareholders reject $59k Olympic expenses claim
Shareholders of South African conglomerate Bidvest have voted against reimbursing three directors for $59,000 spent on attending the Paris 2024 Olympics. Discover the details of the revolt.
Budget Plasters Fail to Heal Economic Wounds
Rachel Reeves' £26bn budget offers temporary relief but fails to address Britain's fundamental economic flaws. Without systemic reform, the bleeding continues.
Global Fund faces $6.7bn shortfall threatening disease control
The Global Fund to Fight Aids, TB and Malaria faces a critical $6.7bn funding gap as key donors reduce pledges. This threatens decades of progress against deadly diseases. Urgent action needed.
BBC board member resigns, criticises governance
BBC board member Shumeet Banerji resigns early, citing governance failures following high-level departures. Get the latest on this developing story.
Golovkin Elected World Boxing President
Former middleweight champion Gennady Golovkin is set to lead World Boxing, aiming to restore integrity and secure the sport's Olympic future for LA 2028.
Global Photos: Nepal Monkeys, UK Snow & World Events
A visual journey around the world: Nepal's endangered monkeys, UK snow warnings, and global events from Ukraine to the World Cup. See the day's most powerful images.
International Law Under Attack: Why Rules Still Matter
As global tensions rise, experts debate whether international law is dying or evolving. Discover why the 1945 framework remains crucial despite current challenges.
Dutch suspend Chinese chipmaker Nexperia seizure
The Dutch government suspends its takeover of Nexperia, easing global car production fears. Discover how this chip dispute resolution impacts international trade relations.
New TB drug trial shows breakthrough potential
Sorfequiline, a new antibiotic, demonstrates stronger action against tuberculosis in recent trials, potentially revolutionising treatment for the disease that killed 1.23 million last year.
Trump policies may cause 1.3 million climate deaths
New analysis reveals Trump's anti-climate agenda could result in 1.3 million additional temperature-related deaths worldwide, disproportionately affecting poor nations.
Landseer AI Fund: 77.3% Return Strategy Revealed
Discover how the Landseer Global AI Fund uses proprietary technology to identify genuine AI investments, delivering 77.3% returns over five years. Learn if it's right for your portfolio.
Climate Pledges Could Cut Global Heating by 1C
New analysis shows that fulfilling promises on renewables, energy efficiency, and methane could avoid nearly 1°C of global warming, offering a crucial path to climate stability. Discover the findings from the Cop30 summit.
WHO to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce
The World Health Organization projects a 22% workforce reduction by 2026 following the US withdrawal under Trump. Explore the impact on global health.
Executive MBA Drives Finance Leader's Global Growth
Discover how Harry Young's Executive MBA at Bayes Business School equipped him with the strategic toolkit to steer his company's international expansion and M&A strategy.
Global Lens: A Day in Pictures from Around the World
From political gestures in New York to environmental protests in Delhi, The Guardian's picture editors curate Tuesday's most compelling global photographs. Explore the stories behind the images.
Tanzania's democratic collapse sparks regional alarm
Tanzania's violent election crisis exposes Africa's fragile democratic gains. As repression escalates, discover why governance failures threaten continental progress.
ADFW 2025: Abu Dhabi's Premier Finance Summit
Join global leaders at Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2025 from November 18-21. Explore financial innovation, AI and capital networks at MENA's premier investment summit.
Vodafone Black Friday: Unlimited Data & Roaming
Vodafone's new Black Friday SIM-only deal provides unlimited 5G data and global roaming in 83 countries, solving expensive mobile costs abroad. Save up to £216 on a 2-year plan.
Global Markets Slide for Fourth Day on Investor Fears
Global markets face a fourth day of losses as tech valuations and US rate cut concerns spook investors. Asia-Pacific stocks hit a one-month low. Read the full analysis.
Europe's Digital Sovereignty Push Against US Tech
Europe is asserting digital sovereignty through new online safety legislation, creating an alternative to US-dominated internet governance. Discover how this impacts global tech regulation.
Audit Quality Confidence Hits 100% Amid Knowledge Gaps
New report reveals 100% satisfaction with audit quality among key UK stakeholders, though clarity on auditor responsibilities is urgently needed. Discover the findings.
Ashurst and Perkins Coie announce $2.7bn merger
UK law firm Ashurst merges with US firm Perkins Coie in a $2.7bn deal, creating a legal giant with over 3,000 lawyers. Discover how this shapes the global legal elite.
Brazil to Host COP30 in 2025 Amid Climate Crisis
Brazil will host COP30 in Belém as global temperatures continue rising. World leaders face mounting pressure to deliver concrete climate action. Read the latest updates.
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