Decision day for Labour on whether Burnham can stand as MP 28 minutes ago Share Save Doug Faulkner and Billy Kenber , Political correspondent Share Save Reuters A decision on whether to allow Andy Burnham to run in an upcoming parliamentary by-election will be made by the Labour Party's ruling national executive committee later. The BBC has been told allies of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer may t...
Decision day for Labour on whether Burnham can stand as MP 28 minutes ago Share Save Doug Faulkner and Billy Kenber , Political correspondent Share Save Reuters A decision on whether to allow Andy Burnham to run in an upcoming parliamentary by-election will be made by the Labour Party's ruling national executive committee later. The BBC has been told allies of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer may try to block the mayor of Greater Manchester from standing in Gorton and Denton due to concerns that he could mount a leadership challenge if he returns to Westminster. Announcing his application to return to the Commons, Burnham, a former cabinet minister under Gordon Brown, said he wanted to to back the Labour government "not undermine it". Several Labour MPs have reacted angrily to the suggestion he could be blocked from standing, with the NEC expected to meet at 11:00 GMT to make its decision. The seat in Greater Manchester is vacant after Andrew Gwynne stood down as an MP on health grounds on Friday. As a directly-elected mayor, Burnham has to get approval from Labour's ruling national executive committee before he can enter the race to be the party's candidate. It is a massive decision for the prime minister and his allies. The calculation is whether it is more damaging to block a popular mayor from running in what could be a difficult by-election in his area or to allow a leadership candidate to come to Westminster and potentially make a leadership challenge in a few months' time. All indications at the moment are that his supporters intend to try to block it when the NEC meets this morning. That they are willing to do that, and to take the political damage from the inevitable fallout, shows just how seriously they are taking the threat of Burnham or others challenging the prime minister for his job. In a letter published on social media to announce his intentions, Burnham said there was a "direct threat to everything Greater Manchester has always been about from a br...
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) king BYD aims for a 24 per cent increase in its overseas deliveries in 2026, buoyed by an expanded sales network and new model launches, as it pursues growth abroad to counteract a slowing domestic market. The Shenzhen-based company, the world’s largest builder of pure electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, expected to sell 1.3 million cars this year outside mainland C...
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) king BYD aims for a 24 per cent increase in its overseas deliveries in 2026, buoyed by an expanded sales network and new model launches, as it pursues growth abroad to counteract a slowing domestic market. The Shenzhen-based company, the world’s largest builder of pure electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, expected to sell 1.3 million cars this year outside mainland China, up 24.3 per cent from 2025, said Li Yunfei, general manager of branding and public relations, in a media briefing on Saturday. “We will launch more new models in some lucrative markets, which will include our Denza-branded vehicles,” he said. “Our network of dealers will be further expanded.” Advertisement Admitting that BYD faced challenges in driving up its sales both at home and abroad this year, Li said increasing brand awareness across the globe would provide a catalyst for international expansion. Last year, BYD’s sales outside the mainland accounted for about 23 per cent of its total deliveries, which rose 7.7 per cent to 4.6 million units. Its proportion of overseas sales more than doubled from just 10 per cent in 2024. Advertisement BYD builds vehicles under five brands: mass-market brands Dynasty and Ocean, premium brand Denza, off-road-capable SUV brand Fang Cheng Bao and luxury brand Yangwang Its overseas distribution network now numbers 2,000 dealers.
The reason ordinary Hongkongers acted so swiftly and generously to help the victims of the Tai Po fire is that they understood instinctively just what a traumatic effect the tragedy must have had on their fellow citizens. The loss of the family home would arouse the deepest emotions at any time. In circumstances where the loss was sudden, not the fault of the individuals themselves and accompanied...
The reason ordinary Hongkongers acted so swiftly and generously to help the victims of the Tai Po fire is that they understood instinctively just what a traumatic effect the tragedy must have had on their fellow citizens. The loss of the family home would arouse the deepest emotions at any time. In circumstances where the loss was sudden, not the fault of the individuals themselves and accompanied by the deaths of scores of neighbours, the feelings would be particularly intense. There is a fundamental difference between a mere “house” and a “home”. As we enter an era when literally hundreds of residential tower blocks every year will need to be extensively refurbished, it is vital that our policymakers and legislators fully understand the difference. Advertisement A flat is basically a void in a concrete block. It has certain dimensions. It may be fitted out simply or lavishly, there may or may not be a view, the complex may contain facilities such as a clubhouse or swimming pool, and provision of parking spaces will vary. All these factors will have a bearing on the value of the property and a whole industry of bankers and agents exists to help any individual assess what constitutes a fair price. A home is a flat with special qualities. It is where a family lives, where parents raise children, where a student does homework, where a weary breadwinner rests at the end of the day. Whatever the trials and tribulations the world has thrown at the family members during the day, once they are inside and have closed the front door, they are safe and can relax. They are at home. These qualities are not so easy to put a price on. Advertisement It is clear to me that what the Tai Po victims require most urgently (now that short-term needs have largely been met) is a new permanent home to replace the one they have lost.
Retirees with tax-deferred accounts need to know when to take required minimum distributions (RMDs) and how to calculate the withdrawal amount. Tax-deferred accounts like traditional individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and 401(k) plans let workers delay tax payments on qualified contributions in the present, allowing them to save pre-tax dollars in exchange for paying income tax on the contribut...
Retirees with tax-deferred accounts need to know when to take required minimum distributions (RMDs) and how to calculate the withdrawal amount. Tax-deferred accounts like traditional individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and 401(k) plans let workers delay tax payments on qualified contributions in the present, allowing them to save pre-tax dollars in exchange for paying income tax on the contributions and any gains in the future. However, you cannot delay the tax bill indefinitely. At a certain age, individuals with a tax-deferred account must begin taking required minimum distributions (RMDs) each year. RMDs are calculated as a percentage of the money held in the accounts at the end of the previous calendar year. Here's what you need to know about RMDs, including how to calculate the RMD amount on $250,000. What account types are subject to required minimum distributions (RMDs)? A required minimum distribution (RMD) is the smallest amount of money that must be withdrawn from certain types of retirement accounts each year. The RMD rules apply to the original account holders and beneficiaries with the following plans: Importantly, Roth accounts are not subject to RMDs while the original account holder is alive, but beneficiaries of Roth accounts must abide by RMD rules. RMDs must typically be completed by Dec. 31. The only exception is the first RMD, which can be postponed until April 1 of the following year. At what age do required minimum distributions (RMDs) begin? The Secure Acts of 2019 and 2022 gradually raised the age at which RMDs begin. This year, tax-deferred account holders aged 73 and older must take RMDs. The chart below provides more detail. Account Holder's Birth Date Age When RMDs Begin Before July 1, 1949 70 1/2 July 1, 1949, to Dec. 31, 1950 72 Jan. 1, 1951, to Dec. 31, 1959 73 After Dec. 31, 1959 75 The penalty for not completing the RMD on time is an additional 25% excise tax -- that is, you would owe the IRS 25% of the amount not withdrawn (and y...
Key Points Higher earners can be charged extra for their Medicare Part B and Part D premiums. Those surcharges are calculated based on income from two years prior. If your income increases this year, it could leave you paying much more for Medicare in two years' time. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › One of the biggest Medicare myths you'll hear is that your co...
Key Points Higher earners can be charged extra for their Medicare Part B and Part D premiums. Those surcharges are calculated based on income from two years prior. If your income increases this year, it could leave you paying much more for Medicare in two years' time. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › One of the biggest Medicare myths you'll hear is that your coverage is free. Although most enrollees do not pay a premium for Part A, which covers hospital care, there's a monthly premium associated with Part B, which covers outpatient care. Whether you pay a premium for your Part D drug plan or Medicare Advantage plan depends on your specific coverage, since $0 premium plans do exist. And also, your Part D or Medicare Advantage plan might change from year to year, so it can be a bit tricky to estimate your costs well in advance. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Continue » But one thing you should know is that if your income increases a lot in 2026, you could end up paying much more for Medicare in 2028. That's something you absolutely need to plan for. Understand how IRMAAs are calculated Medicare Part B has a standard monthly premium that most enrollees pay. This year, it's $202.90. But higher earners can face surcharges on their premiums for Medicare Part B and Part D known as income-related monthly adjustment amounts, or IRMAAs. Medicare IRMAAs are based on your income from two years prior. This means that your 2026 income will determine how much your Medicare premiums cost you in 2028. So if you expect your income to increase a lot this year, you may want to talk to a financial or tax professional about ways to avoid future IRMAAs, if possible. Why might your income increase in 2026? There are a lot of reasons. It could be that you're still working and are getting a large raise and bonus. It could be that you're starting to collect Social ...
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Key Points Broadcom stock outperformed Nvidia in 2025, and this year could see a repeat performance. The company's expansive artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductor and data center business is narrowing the gap with the industry leader, according to Wall Street. Despite its accelerating growth, Broadcom stock is reasonably priced, particularly given the opportunity. 10 stocks we like better tha...
Key Points Broadcom stock outperformed Nvidia in 2025, and this year could see a repeat performance. The company's expansive artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductor and data center business is narrowing the gap with the industry leader, according to Wall Street. Despite its accelerating growth, Broadcom stock is reasonably priced, particularly given the opportunity. 10 stocks we like better than Broadcom › The dawn of artificial intelligence (AI) saw Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) take the pole position, as its graphics processing units (GPUs) provided the computational horsepower necessary to handle the rigors of AI. The stock has risen 1,160% since early 2023, fueled by unprecedented demand for its AI-centric chips. However, 2025 saw a changing of the guard. Broadcom (NASDAQ: AVGO) stock outpaced Nvidia, rising 49% compared to 39% gains for Nvidia. Let's take a look at what's driving Broadcom higher and why I predict we could see a repeat performance in 2026. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now, when you join Stock Advisor. See the stocks » The next big winner The speed and flexibility offered by GPUs made them the go-to for AI training and inference in the early days of the AI boom, but priorities have begun to shift. While Nvidia's chips are still best in class and demand remains high, the sheer magnitude of energy consumption has become a consideration. That's where Broadcom's application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) come in. These specialized AI chips can be customized, making them more energy-efficient for specific, repetitive tasks. As a result, data center and cloud operators are shifting the mix of their AI-capable chips, substituting Broadcom's ASICs for a portion of their GPUs to save energy and, ultimately, money. The trade-off is that these ASICs don't offer the same level of flexibility as GPUs, which can be deployed for a wide variety of high-performance computin...
Key events 44m ago Preamble Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature 3m ago 08.29 GMT First set: De Minaur 2-1 Bublik* (*next server) If you haven’t seen Bublik play before, expect underarm serves, tweeners, countless drop shots and outlandish winners. He’s one of tennis’s unorthodox entertainers. A bit of a Nick Kyrgios, but with a new-found will to win. Bublik pulls off...
Key events 44m ago Preamble Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature 3m ago 08.29 GMT First set: De Minaur 2-1 Bublik* (*next server) If you haven’t seen Bublik play before, expect underarm serves, tweeners, countless drop shots and outlandish winners. He’s one of tennis’s unorthodox entertainers. A bit of a Nick Kyrgios, but with a new-found will to win. Bublik pulls off a drop shot/lob combo for 0-15 on De Minaur’s serve, but De Minaur moves to 30-15 and then 40-30, and he secures the game with an ace. Share 8m ago 08.23 GMT First set: De Minaur* 1-1 Bublik (*next server) De Minaur is playing in the fourth round for the fifth consecutive year - a feat that not even Hewitt, Mark Philippoussis and Pat Rafter achieved at their home slam – but he’s never been past the quarter-finals. Which largely sums up his career: he’s so consistent in beating the players he’s expected to, but is underpowered against the very best. De Minaur does send a bullet of a backhand winner down the line to get to deuce on Bublik’s serve, though. But two errors then give the Kazakhstani the game. Share 12m ago 08.20 GMT First set: De Minaur 1-0 Bublik* (*next server) De Minaur warmed up for this match by hitting with Cruz Hewitt, the 17-year-old son of his mentor Lleyton. Bublik claims the first victory as he wins the coin toss and elects to receive – but De Minaur opens confidently with an ace on the first point and a hold to 15. Share 16m ago 08.15 GMT Tien has a set point on the Margaret Court Arena at 5-4, 40-30. The young left-hander has had some medical treatment in this opening set but he looks untroubled and a fizzing forehand down the line secures him the opener! He leads the 2021, 2022 and 2024 finalist 6-4. View image in fullscreen Learner Tien hits a return to Daniil Medvedev as he takes the opening set. Photograph: David Gray/AFP/Getty Images Share Updated at 08.18 GMT 22m ago 08.09 GMT De Minaur makes his entrance on Rod Laver. Unsurprisingly the home ...