The NFL halftime show was great entertainment — and a roadmap for a better US foreign policy

US secretary of state sought to mollify but underlying message reinforced US administration’s talking points

Backbench MPs could have a greater impact on UK government decision-making after prime minister faced calls to quit

Manufacturers rethink US strategy in pivot back to petrol and hybrids

Sectors including wealth management and trucking have been hit with sudden share price declines

Markets are still working out what a more empowered prime minister will mean for yen and bonds

Vitali Klitschko says Russia is seeking to annihilate the country’s statehood

New economic data suggests the US is transitioning to a phase of measurable gains from the technology

Chief executive churnover is less visible than political headrolling but can be just as disruptive

Safe haven currency’s bull run triggers fears about impact on sales and profits