US to rush Patriot missiles to Ukraine as Pentagon builds up support: Move comes as Biden administration begins parcelling out funds unlocked by Congress this ...
ft.com/content/bfd54fd8-de16-4a5a-97e7-14c701e9520f
No, a Shadowy Figure Is Not Buying Tents for Columbia Student Protesters: Conspiracies about outside forces funding and orchestrating the university protests at ...
wired.com/story/conspiracy-tents-student-protests-gaza/
U.S. Treasury refunding set to offer relief from supply rises: The U.S. Treasury Department is expected to offer markets some relief next week when it details ...
reuters.com/markets/us/us-treasury-refunding-set-offer-relief-supply-rises-2024-04-26/
Foreign states targeting sensitive research at UK universities, MI5 warns: Ministers considering more funding to protect important research sites ...
theguardian.com/technology/2024/apr/26/foreign-states-targeting-sensitive-research-at-uk-universities-mi5-warns
New US funding for Kyiv comes at a crucial moment: After months of delays in the US Congress, an overwhelming bipartisan majority approved a new $61 billion aid ...
arabnews.com/node/2499946
NY lawmakers propose conditioning federal funding on monitoring of antisemitism: Two New York lawmakers are proposing legislation that could condition federal ...
trib.al/NWMpWmO
Tourists could start paying 'tax' to visit Cornwall: Malcolm Bell, Chief Executive of Visit Cornwall, admits the idea of implementing a tourist tax upon visitors ...
cornwalllive.com/news/cornwall-news/tourists-start-paying-cornish-tax-9250323
Climate summit in Berlin: A world without coal: In times of tight national coffers, the question remains where the billions for the climate will come from ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/ausland/petersberger-klimadialog-finanzierung-100.html
The German government plans to resume cooperation with the UN Agency for Palestinians in Gaza, the foreign and development ministries said in a joint statement ... Show more
Germany signals it will resume funding UN agency for Palestinians | Reuters
Germany signals it will resume funding UN agency for Palestinians | Reuters
Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims
- An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.
- The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.
- The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.
- Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.
After-hours clinics on verge of collapse in some regions: Overworked GPs have signalled they can no longer cover, while funding is falling short.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515240/after-hours-clinics-on-verge-of-collapse-in-some-regions
Climate Policy Is Working: Double Down on What’s Succeeding Instead of Despairing Over What’s Not
foreignaffairs.com/world/climate-change-policy-working-kelly-gallagher
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2024 Mater Heart Run that will cover ten counties launched: Dr. Mary Ngui said the turnout from partners was beyond expectation. She also added that such efforts ...
standardmedia.co.ke/health/health-science/article/2001493899/2024-mater-heart-run-that-will-cover-ten-counties-launched
USAF shortlists Anduril and General Atomics to develop drone wingmen: Anduril and General Atomics have received funding from the USAF to develop and test loyal ...
aerotime.aero/articles/usaf-anduril-general-atomics-loyal-wingmen
Yingluck in the clear over funding scandal
The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has decided not to appeal the Supreme Court ruling that cleared ... Show more
Family of soldier killed in KDF chopper crash seeks funds for burial: A fundraising event is planned for April 30 to raise money for the burial.
nation.africa/kenya/counties/siaya/family-of-officer-killed-in-kdf-chopper-crash-funds-for-burial-4603206
Countries are reinstating funds for UNRWA — but not the United States: The United States has prohibited funding for the humanitarian organization for a year.
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/26/unrwa-funding-suspension-gaza-donor-united-states/
€5.6m funding for Donegal, Kerry and Mayo airports: Funding of over €5.6 million has been announced for regional airports in Donegal, Kerry, and Mayo.
rte.ie/news/regional/2024/0425/1445643-aiports-funding/
Africa’s Startup Funding Sees Decline Amidst Global Trends: Experts Speak: According to the report by research firm Africa: The Big Deal, a total of $466 million ...
forbesafrica.com/current-affairs/2024/04/21/africas-startup-funding-sees-decline-amidst-global-trends-experts-speak/
Denmark to increase military assistance to Ukraine by almost €600 million in 2024
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7452996/
Micron secures $13bn in US support to expand chipmaking capacity: Idaho-based memory chipmaker is latest beneficiary of funding from 2022 Chips Act
ft.com/content/084c5cce-3734-4c28-8cab-ee1ecaa7e402
Why Moi grandson held funds drive to raise hospital cash : Jonathan Moi's widow made a public appeal, asking well-wishers to donate money for her son's treatment ...
nation.africa/kenya/news/why-moi-grandson-held-funds-drive-to-raise-hospital-cash--4603604
New US military aid package to Ukraine expected to be worth around $1 billion: The Biden administration is preparing a new aid package for Ukraine that is ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/politics/new-us-military-aid-package-to-ukraine-expected-to-be-worth-around-usd1-billion/
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
‘It is our land’: Palestinian children born in refugee camp abroad dream of return
irishtimes.com/politics/2024/04/25/it-is-our-land-palestinian-children-born-in-refugee-camp-abroad-dream-of-return/
The German government plans to resume cooperation with the UN Agency for Palestinians in Gaza, the foreign and development ministries said in a joint statement ... Show more
Germany signals it will resume funding UN agency for Palestinians | Reuters
Germany signals it will resume funding UN agency for Palestinians | Reuters
Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims
- An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.
- The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.
- The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.
- Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.
Suspicion of Russian financing: AfD politician Bystron is said to have complained about the denomination of the banknotes
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/verdacht-auf-russische-finanzierung-afd-politiker-bystron-soll-sich-ueber-stueckelung-der-geldscheine-beschwert-haben-a-286416d6-bb5f-4f8e-b62d-153de52503fc
Quick Glance: Suspected Russian Financing: AfD Politician Bystron's Alleged Complaints Over Cash Denominations
- New evidence suggests that AfD politician Petr Bystron may have received money from Russia.
- The Czech government exposed an influence operation involving the flow of money to pro-Russian politicians.
- Bystron is suspected of receiving money from Artem Martschewskyj, an associate of Vladimir Putin.
- Incriminating audio recordings and video surveillance indicate that Bystron may have accepted money.
IMF executive board to meet April 29 on $1.1 bln Pakistan disbursement: The executive board of the International Monetary Fund will meet on April 29 to discuss ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/imf-executive-board-meet-april-29-11-bln-pakistan-disbursement-2024-04-24/
LIVE: Argentine students, organizations march to demand funds for public education
twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1lPKqbkZXPYGb
Andrew Kamanga: Zambia FA president charged with money laundering: Andrew Kamanga, the president of the Football Association of Zambia, is arrested and charged ...
bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cv29eqdlp2po
Germany said it plans to resume cooperation with the UN Agency for Palestinian Refugees, signaling a resumption of funding that was frozen after Israel accused ... Show more
Germany signals it will resume funding UN agency for Palestinians | Reuters
Germany signals it will resume funding UN agency for Palestinians | Reuters
New US military aid package to Ukraine expected to be worth around $1 billion: The Biden administration is preparing a new aid package for Ukraine that is ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/politics/new-us-military-aid-package-to-ukraine-expected-to-be-worth-around-usd1-billion/
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Live updates: Israel-Hamas war, US funding for Israel, crisis in Gaza: The US Senate has passed a funding package that will provide $26.4 billion to aid Israel ...
cnn.com/middleeast/live-news/israel-hamas-war-gaza-news-04-24-24/
Why the stockmarket is disappearing: Large companies such as ByteDance, OpenAI and Stripe are staying private
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/18/why-the-stockmarket-is-disappearing
Biden Plans a $1 Billion Ukraine Weapons Package, Officials Say: The White House is set to announce $1 billion in fresh military aid for Ukraine including 155mm ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/biden-plans-a-1-billion-ukraine-weapons-package-officials-say
Tanzania tourism: World Bank suspends funding for Ruaha National Park project: It follows allegations of evictions and other rights abuses during the expansion ...
bbc.com/news/world-68882065
Wisconsin has received a $62.4 million solar energy grant for low-income households
jsonline.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/24/wisconsin-receives-62-4m-solar-energy-grant-for-low-income-households/73426709007/
Hundreds of thousands of Argentines took to the streets of Buenos Aires in an anti-government march against budget cuts to public universities ... Show more
Argentina's Milei faces biggest protest yet as students march over budget cuts | Reuters
Argentina's Milei faces biggest protest yet as students march over budget cuts | Reuters
Taxpayers would pick up half the tab for Bears’ lakefront stadium, sources say: The team on Wednesday will unveil its proposal for building in an area just south ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/23/skeptics-await-details-of-chicago-bears-lakefront-stadium-plan/
UNRWA Funding Now Mostly From Individual Donors After US Halts Donations: Individual donors now are the largest source of funding for the United Nations relief ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/individual-donors-provide-most-unrwa-funding-amid-us-cutoff
UK's Sunak announces raised defence spending, new Ukraine aid: WARSAW: UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Tuesday (Apr 23) announced additional funding for Ukraine ...
channelnewsasia.com/world/uk-pm-sunak-raised-defence-spending-ukraine-aid-4286571
Ukraine will get its U.S. funding. But can that turn the tide?: Ukraine has lost precious time waiting for Congress to come to its rescue, Ukraine’s Volodymyr ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/23/ukraine-congress-funding-russia-war-next/
Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
- The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.
- Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.
- As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.
- Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
Royal Stoke's new £32m multi-storey opens in bid to end parking misery: A ribbon cutting ceremony has taken place to celebrate the £32m project which aims to ...
stokesentinel.co.uk/news/stoke-on-trent-news/royal-stokes-new-32m-multi-9243860
Renault Q1 sales lifted by financing arm, confirms 2024 profit outlook: Renault expects its sales growth to accelerate this year as it launches a number of new ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/renault-q1-sales-rise-18-2024-04-23/
Ousted federal election official gave himself a pay raise and misused funds for Harvard classes, watchdog says
nbcnews.com/politics/elections/ousted-federal-election-official-gave-pay-raise-misused-funds-harvard-rcna149090
Kanada plant 5 Mrd. $ für AEW-Flugzeuge auszugeben: Kanada plant, mehr als 5 Mrd. CDN$ (3,65 Mrd. $) für den Erwerb von luftgestützten Frühwarnflugzeugen (AEW) ...
aviationweek.com/defense-space/budget-policy-operations/canada-plans-spend-5-billion-aew-aircraft
The planet’s outlook is in our hands. Which future will we incentivize?: Governments spend $1.8 trillion on harmful subsidies - the Kunming-Montreal Framework ...
weforum.org/agenda/2024/04/the-planet-s-outlook-is-in-our-hands-which-future-will-we-incentivize/
Crypto Fund Outflows Shows Appetite Ebbs for ETFs, CoinShares Report Shows: Appetite for global crypto funds continued to decline after a second week of outflows ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/second-week-of-crypto-fund-outflows-shows-appetite-ebbs-for-etfs
European startups rejoice — VC investment is on the rise again: New data published today by Dealroom reveal that European VC investment rose 5% year-on-year for ...
thenextweb.com/news/european-vc-funding-increasing
'Damning' Independent Probe Finds Israel Has Yet to Provide Evidence Against UNRWA
commondreams.org/news/unrwa-2667835600
Letters: S.F.’s parking ticket sweeps won’t make streets safer. Enforcing these laws will
trib.al/XkzyQG6
Why the stockmarket is disappearing: Large companies such as ByteDance, OpenAI and Stripe are staying private
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/18/why-the-stockmarket-is-disappearing
PGIM joins firms seeking green light for ETF mutual fund share class: PGIM has become the latest in a rapidly-growing list of asset management firms seeking ...
reuters.com/technology/pgim-joins-firms-seeking-green-light-etf-mutual-fund-share-class-2024-04-22/
German spy agency seeks more powers amid Russia's suspected financing of far right
reuters.com/world/europe/german-spy-agency-seeks-more-powers-amid-russias-suspected-financing-far-right-2024-04-22/
Exclusive: Ecuador examining new Amazon and Ocean linked debt-for-nature swaps: Ecuador is scoping out new debt-for-nature swaps, one to funnel funds into the ...
reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/ecuador-examining-new-amazon-ocean-linked-debt-for-nature-swaps-sources-say-2024-04-23/
TLcom Capital closes second fund at $154M to back early-stage startups across Africa
techcrunch.com/2024/04/22/tlcom-capital-closes-second-fund-at-154m-to-back-early-stage-startups-across-africa/
Stefanik demands Biden administration yank Columbia's federal funding : Stefanik wants Education Secretary Miguel Cardona to penalize the institution and for ...
politico.com/news/2024/04/23/stefanik-columbia-federal-funding-00153967
LIVE: Senate votes on long-awaited aid to Ukraine, Israel, TaiwanThe Senate is set to begin considering the House-passed bill
on funding for Ukraine, Israel ... Show more
reuters.com
reuters.com
🔴 The Israeli military stated that its warplanes had carried out overnight attacks on southern Lebanon as the relentless bombardment of the besieged Gaza Strip ... Show more
Israel’s war on Gaza live: Death toll climbs after 200 days of attacks | Israel War on Gaza News | Al Jazeera
Israel’s war on Gaza live: Death toll climbs after 200 days of attacks | Israel War on Gaza News | Al Jazeera
UK to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP - meaning tens of billions of pounds of extra funding
news.sky.com/story/uk-to-increase-defence-spending-to-2-5-of-gdp-meaning-tens-of-billions-of-pounds-of-extra-funding-13121450
John Kerry on How to Break Through on the Climate Crisis: Former Secretary of State and TIME Earth Award honoree discussed the importance of funding ...
time.com/6960484/john-kerry-earth-award-climate-action/
Top Israeli officials acknowledge failure of campaign to halt UNRWA international funding
haaretz.com/israel-news/2024-04-24/ty-article/.premium/top-israeli-officials-acknowledge-failure-of-campaign-to-halt-unrwa-international-funding/0000018f-104e-d97f-abcf-fccf9f300000
MP Mark Menzies, who allegedly misused campaign funds, won't seek reelection: A British lawmaker who allegedly used campaign funds to pay off people who were ...
apnews.com/article/mark-menzies-uk-politics-campaign-funds-61c84cffdd621e2f96a6eda1324d9b59
Quick Glance: Mark Menzies: MP Accused of Campaign Fund Misuse, Party Exit, and Future Election Abstention
- An elected official accused of mishandling campaign funds has departed from the Conservative Party and declared no intention to participate in the upcoming general election.
- Following allegations reported in The Times, Mark Menzies revealed his decision after purportedly using political contributions to address medical costs and settle debts incurred from being confined by individuals demanding a substantial ransom for his release.
- Upon a request for scrutiny by Labour, Lancashire Police disclosed their evaluation of 'details' concerning Mr. Menzies. An internal inquiry by the Conservative Party has been initiated to explore potential improprieties in the utilization of their financial resources.
- Additionally, the party's internal oversight body will assess whether Mr. Menzies' conduct contravened the Nolan principles of public ethics, encompassing traits like altruism, probity, and candor. The spokesperson affirmed, 'We are prepared to collaborate with law enforcement, if they deem our insights beneficial to any inquiry they opt to conduct.'
Mitch McConnell blasts Tucker Carlson on aid package, criticizes Biden on Afghan withdrawal
courier-journal.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/24/foreign-aid-ukraine-israel-taiwan-mitch-mcconnell-kentucky-republican/73437342007/
Quick Glance: McConnell Attributes Delay in Crucial Ukraine Aid to Tucker Carlson and Trump
- Mitch McConnell celebrated new U.S. aid to Ukraine and blamed Tucker Carlson and Donald Trump for the delay.
- McConnell emphasized the importance of Ukraine aid, criticized Carlson and Trump for the delay, and praised the expected passage of the bill.
- He expressed support for Ukraine aid and highlighted the significance of supporting freedom-loving countries globally.
- McConnell expressed optimism about the GOP Senate nominees and confidence in winning the majority to transition into the role of majority leader.
No evidence from Israel for some UNRWA claims, review says: Israel has yet to provide evidence for its accusations that hundreds of staff with the U.N ...
theglobeandmail.com/world/video-no-evidence-from-israel-for-some-unrwa-claims-review-says/
Georgia regime pushing Putinesque foreign agent bill: Georgia’s ruling party first attempted to pass a controversial bill on “foreign agents” in March 2023 ...
asiatimes.com/2024/04/georgia-regime-pushing-putinesque-foreign-agent-bill/
Mayor Adams Walks Back Budget Cuts Many Saw as Unnecessary: The mayor released a revised $111.6 billion budget, which included $2.3 billion that would restore ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/nyregion/budget-cuts-adams-nyc.html
ECB’s Villeroy Says Green QE Neither Desirable, Nor Possible: The European Central Bank can’t be the solution to the funding challenges for the green transition ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/ecb-s-villeroy-says-green-qe-neither-desirable-nor-possible
Neom Hosts Show-and-Tell for Bankers as It Scours for More Cash: Hundreds of bankers will descend on Saudi Arabia’s Neom this week as developers for the ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/neom-hosts-show-and-tell-for-bankers-as-it-scours-for-more-cash
Paid articlePaid Journalist Francesca Fiorentini asks why US taxpayers and the gov't are funding Israel’s war against Gaza, despite President Biden calling for restraint after ... Show more
South Africa’s State Airline Seeks Minority Partner, Loans: South Africa is seeking potential minority investors and access to capital markets and loan financing ...
trib.al/viq55Wd
Funding challenges in the era of evidence-based investing: Yes, it's been a particularly rough start to 2024, especially for studios seeking funding ...
gamesindustry.biz/funding-challenges-in-the-era-of-evidence-based-investing
Tánaiste visits refugee camp during Middle East visit: Tánaiste Micheál Martin has visited a UNRWA Palestinian refugee camp south of the Jordanian capital Amman ...
rte.ie/news/world/2024/0424/1445317-tanaiste-visit/
How 'escape funds' have helped you leave (or feel secure in) relationships: Do you have an "escape fund"? Readers wrote in to share how having money set aside to ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-23/readers-share-why-they-have-escape-fund-get-out-money/103658312
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