Public finances better than forecast
Public borrowing hit its highest on record for a February but rose less than economists expected, suggesting the government may undershoot its borrowing forecasts. Full Article
Hedge funds wary of stocks
European hedge funds have been cutting back some of their bets on stocks on concerns over the outlook for economic growth after last year's profits bonanza. Full Article | Blog
The phoney budget
Next week's budget is bound to be more about ‘Punch ‘n’ Judy’ politics than important fiscal reforms. Commentary
Conservatives maintain poll lead in survey
LONDON (Reuters) - The Conservatives maintained their lead over Labour in a survey on Wednesday from a pollster which has consistently shown a wide gap between the two parties. Full Article
Thai protesters vow prolonged rally to force elections
BANGKOK (Reuters) - Protesters in Bangkok vowed on Thursday to prolong a mass anti-government rally to force Thailand's government to call elections, despite doubts the mainly rural movement had what it takes to sustain the rally. Full Article
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First look at "runaway" Prius
Police photos taken immediately after the vehicle was stopped show brake dust and brake pad material in and around the wheels.
