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Eric Adams: the New York City mayor charged with corruption
Controversy and accusations of corruption have followed Eric Adams in his rise to the mayoralty of New York City. Now he has been charged with a federal crime.
By Jane Lewis
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How much does the prime minister get paid?
How much does the prime minister get paid and should he get more?
By Simon Wilson
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Who is John Donahoe, the man who made Nike uncool?
Nike’s 48-year success story has been put into question by John Donahoe, its outgoing CEO who knew nothing about Nike or its culture. What mistakes did he make?
By Jane Lewis
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Anders Holch Povlsen: the Danish tycoon reshaping Britain
Anders Holch Povlsen has snapped up land in the Highlands, returning it to a wilderness, and plans to transform a historic department store in Edinburgh. Can he also revive Topshop?
By Jane Lewis
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Buffett’s "insurance guru" Ajit Jain sells up
Warren Buffett has long sung the praises of Ajit Jain, who he once tipped to take over in the top job. Now he is selling a big chunk of his stake in Buffett’s firm. Why?
By Jane Lewis
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Bill Ackman: the hedge fund manager rooting for Trump
Bill Ackman made his name as an activist investor and corporate raider. Now he’s discovering his political voice on X and is backing Donald Trump for president.
By Alex Rankine
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Paetongtarn Shinawatra becomes Thailand's youngest-ever PM – will she succeed?
Paetongtarn Shinawatra is joining the family business: both her father and aunt have governed the country. She has promised to “end a cycle of coups”. Can she?
By Jane Lewis
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Bill Gates: from hero to villain and back again
Bill Gates was a tech billionaire at 31. Then he was knocked down for ruthless business practices – and hailed again for his philanthropy. Who is the real Bill Gates?
By Jane Lewis
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Jeff Yass: the poker player betting on Trump
Jeff Yass is a professional gambler who built one of Wall Street’s most powerful trading operations and is backing Donald Trump for president. What’s in it for him?
By Jane Lewis