The First Day of Labor Strikes in the UK

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Labor strikes have erupted across the UK. Workers are struggling with inflation and following standards of living. The FT's Josh Grabber, Doian, went to a picket line in London. He joins Kate Dugan for an insight into what he saw.

Global stocks tumbled after a broad group of central banks raised interest rates, and nurses in England, Wales and Northern Ireland went on strike. Plus, Argentina’s World Cup success is temporarily distracting Argentinians from economic and political turmoil.

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US and European stocks tumble as global outlook sours

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World Cup: Lionel Messi mania diverts Argentina from its economic problems

The FT News Briefing is produced by Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson and Marc Filippino. The show’s editor is Jess Smith. Additional help by Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Topher Forhecz is the FT’s executive producer. The FT’s global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The show’s theme song is by Metaphor Music.

Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com

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