What is Newslines?

An easy way to integrate FT news into the classroom

  • Comment on FT articles and share academic notes with your class and a global community of students and business schools
  • Bring subjects to life with up-to-date news and information, connecting current events with course principles
  • Equip students with the international experience and awareness needed to implement global strategy and work in cross-cultural environments
Explain

Add notes on FT articles to provide background or explanations of key points to help your class understand the implications of news stories.

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Develop discussion points for your class by annotating relevant articles and asking for comments from your students.

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May 24, 2013

Apple tax probe helps drive to build consensus on global regime

OECD is drawing up plans to reform rules on taxing companies across borders, but experts are sceptical about governments’ willingness to co-operate

May 24, 2013

Twitter pitches to advertisers with system to track TV watchers

Group is attempting to capitalise on the trend of people visiting social networking sites and using mobile devices while watching television

May 24, 2013

McDonald’s defends on obesity concerns

Company has come under increased pressure in recent years over how its food has contributed to obesity in the US, especially among children

May 24, 2013

Inside Business: Glass half empty at Heineken

Has the Dutch brewer been slow to seize opportunities presented by effervescent Africa, Asia and Latin America?

May 24, 2013

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