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Labour Wins Back the Trust of Jewish Voters

New York Times Keir Starmer had made rooting out antisemitism from the Labour Party’s ranks a goal of his leadership. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/jewish-voters-labour-uk.html

Who Is Rachel Reeves, the Woman Taking the Helm of the U.K.’s Economy?

New York Times As the newly named chancellor of the Exchequer, she is taking on the tough job of boosting Britain’s productivity growth and of reviving struggling public services. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/rachel-reeves-uk-chancellor-economy.html

Five Takeaways From the U.K. General Election

New York Times The Labour Party won a resounding victory over the Conservatives, but smaller parties, including the populist Reform, did better than expected. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/uk-general-election-key-takeaways.html

Sometimes It Is the Coach’s Fault

New York Times The U.S. collapsed under the weight of expectations at the Copa América. Its next move could determine if there is a repeat, or a revival, at the 2026 World Cup. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/americas/usmnt-berhalter.html

The Greens Take a Bite of Labour’s Vote Share

New York Times The left-leaning Green Party, which is particularly popular with people under 30, took seven percent of the vote and will now have four lawmakers in Parliament. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/the-greens-take-a-bite-out-of-labours-vote-share.html

Keir Starmer Vows ‘National Renewal’ in First Speech as UK Prime Minister

New York Times The Labour leader promised in a speech in Downing Street to restore Britain’s faith in politics and public service. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/keir-starmer-prime-minister-speech-election.html

U.K. Liberal Democrats Make Big Election Gains

New York Times The small centrist party campaigned on improving health and social care. Its leader, Ed Davey, wooed voters with publicity stunts and personal appeals. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/uk-liberal-democrats-ed-davey-election.html

Britain’s New Prime Minister Has Just Hours to Prepare

New York Times A new U.S. president usually has a two-month window to prepare to move into the White House. Freshly elected British prime ministers move into Downing Street much more swiftly. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/downing-street-new-prime-minister.html

Mount Etna Erupts, Spewing Lava and Clouds of Ash 15,000 Feet Into the Air

New York Times Clouds of ash went nearly 15,000 feet into the air, and the airport in Catania, Sicily, was forced to shut down because the runway was unusable. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/mount-etna-volcano-eruption.html

Rishi Sunak Defends Record in Last Speech as Prime Minister

New York Times In brief remarks in Downing Street, he apologized to Britain for his failings and accepted responsibility for his party’s stinging election defeat. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/05/world/europe/sunak-speech-prime-minister-election.html