Pope Francis highlights the importance of punctuality in his upcoming autobiography, “Hope,” reflecting on his own delayed birth and its impact on his views of respect and manners. The book delves into his upbringing in a diverse neighborhood, shaping his perspectives on issues like immigration, war, and poverty. While offering personal anecdotes, the autobiography focuses on connecting Francis’ past experiences to his present-day beliefs, drawing a line from his childhood to his papacy without delving deeply into his Vatican years or the challenges he faced there.
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Reeves rejects claims economic turbulence is a ‘crisis made in Downing Street’ but admits need to ‘go faster’
Rachel Reeves defended her economic plan, rejecting claims of a crisis originating from Downing Street and emphasizing the need for further economic growth. While committing to fiscal rules, she hinted at potential future spending cuts or tax increases to comply with rising borrowing costs. Reeves attributed the rise in bond yields to international factors, dismissing suggestions that the government's decisions were solely responsible, as calls for her dismissal grow amid economic turbulence. Full Article
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