EU Blacklists Russian Penal Colonies in Response to Navalny’s Death: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
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Live updates: Baltimore Key Bridge collapse news and rescue efforts: The National Transportation Safety Board chair told CNN that investigators were able to ...
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Quick Glance: Tragedy in Baltimore: Fatal Bridge Collapse and Intensive Investigations
- A cargo ship that lost control and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore had previously undergone engine maintenance in the port, according to the US Coast Guard. Divers retrieved the bodies of two of the six workers who fell into the water, while the search for the others was deemed unsuccessful.
- Investigators commenced gathering evidence from the cargo ship involved in striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The victims were from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, with authorities suspecting that the other vehicles with victims were trapped.
#LokSabhaElection2024 | Sitharaman said that BJP chief JP Nadda asked her if she wanted to contest the election from Tamil Nadu or Andhra Pradesh ... Show more
Putin says Russia will not attack NATO, but F-16s will be shot down in Ukraine: Russia has no designs on any NATO country and will not attack Poland ...
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Albanese’s $1b bet on Australian-made solar panels: Australia has the world’s highest uptake of rooftop solar panels with one in three households having them ...
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Budget watchdog warns US could suffer market shock over national debt: Congressional Budget Office (CBO) Director Phillip Swagel warned the United States could ...
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Gender ban in Hesse: Greens speak of culture war: The Prime Minister of Hesse, Boris Rhein, has banned gendering with special characters in the state government ...
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Cooperation with Wagenknecht? Scholz: "Exceeds imagination": Thought games about collaboration with the Sahra Wagenknecht alliance are “forbidden ...
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US Republican Chris Christie says no to No Labels presidential run: Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, a Republican, has decided against running as the ...
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Quick Glance: Chris Christie Declines No Labels Presidential Bid
- Former New Jersey governor Chris Christie (R) has made the decision not to run as the No Labels candidate for president after extensively evaluating the prospects of a centrist third-party campaign against President Biden and former president Donald Trump.
- During the recent weeks, Christie, along with his team, explored the possibility of joining a No Labels campaign, while No Labels leaders intensified their efforts to court him as a candidate.
- In conclusion, Christie determined that while there is an abstract interest in a third choice in the upcoming election, there is no practical path to victory. The challenges include significant ballot access and legal expenses, a delayed start in fundraising campaign funds, and the risk of diverting votes from Biden to elect Trump as president, according to those involved.
- The No Labels leaders have set a deadline in early April to nominate a presidential ticket, with a clear indication that they will only proceed if they can recruit someone with a feasible chance of winning. Individuals involved with No Labels have informed others in recent weeks that they anticipate Christie will be the nominee, as reported by individuals familiar with the discussions.
UN chief calls for slavery reparations: United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called for slavery reparations over the transatlantic slave trade ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4559692-un-chief-slavery-reparations/
Benjamin Netanyahu Is Israel’s Worst Prime Minister Ever: One man’s ambition has undermined Israel’s security and consumed its politics.
theatlantic.com/international/archive/2024/03/benjamin-netanyahu-worst-prime-minister-israel-history/677887/
Youngkin vetoes Virginia assault weapons ban, signs 2 gun control measures: Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) vetoed an assault weapons ban that passed the state ...
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Quick Glance: Youngkin signs 2 gun control measures in Virginia
- Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoed an assault weapons ban passed by the state Legislature and instead signed two more limited gun regulations into law.
- Youngkin signed laws banning gun trigger switches that can make firearms fire automatically and allowing criminal charges against parents who allow children access to weapons deemed threats.
- While praised by gun control activists, they urge him to do more, emphasizing that the work does not stop here.
- The signing of the two gun control bills by Youngkin is seen as a step in the right direction, showing that America's gun violence crisis does not have to be accepted as inevitable.
Princess Kate episode offers British royal family a lesson in the world of online media
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Harris faces uphill battle to secure Independents’ support in key taoiseach vote: Several Independent TDs who have previously supported the government have ...
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Netanyahu says civilians in Rafah can 'just move' away from an Israeli ground invasion
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Are US-South Africa ties at breaking point over Israel’s war on Gaza?: A US bill is calling to reassess US-South Africa relations, pointing to tensions amid the ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/28/are-us-south-africa-ties-at-breaking-point-over-israels-war-on-gaza
Greene says she won’t take blame if Jeffries becomes Speaker: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) said Tuesday that it is not her fault if House Minority Leader ...
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Traffic light and the Union apparently agree on protecting the Constitutional Court
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that his cancellation of a planned visit to Washington by top aides this week was meant to show Hamas that ... Show more
Chinese leader Xi issues a positive message at a meeting with US business leaders as ties improve
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Quick Glance: Chinese Leader Xi Warns Against Technology Restrictions
- Chinese President Xi Jinping told Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte that attempts to restrict China’s access to technology will not hinder the country’s progress.
- In 2023, the Netherlands imposed export licensing requirements on machinery used to make advanced processor chips.
- Xi cautioned against scientific and technological barriers that could lead to division and confrontation.
- Rutte emphasized the importance of protecting ASML's interests while acknowledging that national security takes precedence over economic interests.
China’s Xi holds all-male meeting with US business leaders: Several U.S. business leaders met with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday ...
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Trump’s proposed tariffs could cost US households $1,500 per year: Report: A blanket 10 percent tariff on imported goods floated by former President Trump could ...
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Former Hungarian insider releases audio he says is proof of corruption in embattled Orbán government
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Quick Glance: Hungary’s Government Faces Pressure from Corruption and Bolsonaro Allegations
- Peter Magyar hands over a secretly recorded tape of his ex-wife, former justice minister Judit Varga, admitting government members tampered with evidence in a corruption case.
- Magyar, ex-husband of former justice minister Judit Varga, launches a movement aiming to become a political party in Budapest, Hungary.
- Magyar becomes a significant government critic, particularly targeting Orban’s close aide Antal Rogan, following the resignations of his ex-wife and the then-president due to their involvement in a controversial pardon case at a children’s home in Budapest.
- Magyar shared the latest corruption evidence on Facebook and also provided it to prosecutors, originating from a recorded conversation at home with his ex-wife Judit Varga in January 2023 when she was serving as the justice minister.
Putin tells pilots: F16s can carry nuclear weapons but they won't change things in Ukraine
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Türkiye will take necessary steps to support the Gaza ceasefire call by the UN Security Council ... Show more
LIVE: Pope Francis begins four days of Easter events with the Chrism Mass: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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King Charles III will attend Easter Sunday service in his first major appearance since diagnosis
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Israel has ‘no choice’ but Rafah offensive, Netanyahu tells US members of Congress
cnn.com/2024/03/27/middleeast/israel-rafah-offensive-netanyahu-intl/
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Near Leipzig: Dead in an accident with a coach on the A9: A coach had an accident on the A9 near Leipzig this morning. At least five people were killed.
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Quick Glance: Serious Flixbus Accident on A9 near Leipzig
- A Flixbus crashes on A9 near Wiedemar, Leipzig. One fatality and multiple injuries.
- The accident occurred towards Nuremberg between Wiedemar and Schkeuditz junction.
- Hospitals in Schkeuditz and Leipzig are preparing for numerous injuries.
- Over 100 emergency responders, including rescue helicopters, are on site. Highway closed.
Talks on luring NHL’s Washington Capitals and NBA’s Washington Wizards to Virginia are over
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Quick Glance: Talks Cease on Bringing Capitals and Wizards to Virginia
- Negotiations to lure the NHL's Washington Capitals and the NBA's Washington Wizards to Northern Virginia have officially ended, as the proposal to create a development district with a new arena for the teams will not move forward, as announced by the city of Alexandria on Wednesday.
- Virginia's House speaker also confirmed that Ted Leonsis, majority owner of the teams, is no longer considering relocating them from the District of Columbia.
- The city expressed disappointment in the outcome, emphasizing that they negotiated a framework for this opportunity in good faith and participated in the process in Richmond to preserve their integrity.
- Governor Youngkin and Leonsis announced in December at a public event that they had reached an understanding on the outlines of a plan calling for a new $2 billion development district with a new arena in Alexandria, just a few miles from where the teams currently play.
Too little stimulus for the economy: SPD leader Klingbeil sees Germany on the "completely wrong track" with the debt brake
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Judge overseeing NY hush money trial imposes gag order on Trump: The New York judge overseeing former President Trump’s hush money trial imposed a gag order on ...
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4557435-judge-overseeing-ny-hush-money-trial-imposes-gag-order-on-trump/
China lifts heavy tariffs on Australian wine as ties improve: China says it will lift tariffs placed on Australian wine over three years ago ...
apnews.com/article/australia-wine-china-tariffs-penalties-ac155e732d4b882dce4f1663a01ae4c4
Hunter Biden's bid to dismiss tax charges met with skepticism by Trump-appointed judge
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Quick Glance: Hunter Biden to Challenge Tax Charges as Politically Motivated
- Hunter Biden, son of U.S. President Joe Biden, unexpectedly appears at a House Oversight Committee meeting to vote on contempt of Congress charges.
- A U.S. judge expresses skepticism towards Hunter Biden's attempt to dismiss his tax evasion case on the grounds of political targeting.
- The judge questions the evidence of political pressure and doubts the influence of two IRS agents on the prosecution's decision.
- Hunter Biden pleads not guilty to tax evasion charges and faces two separate criminal cases, one involving alleged illegal gun purchase while using drugs.
Settlement reached in lawsuit between Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Disney: Allies of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Disney reached a settlement agreement ...
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Quick Glance: Disney+ and Hulu Merge: New Era of Streaming Begins
- Disney+ now offers an integrated Hulu bundle starting at $9.99/month with an extensive content library.
- Popular Hulu shows like Grey's Anatomy and The Bear are now available within the Disney+ app.
- The integration of the 'full' Hulu experience into the Disney+ app aims to attract customers and enhance user-friendliness.
Thousands protest against Hungary's Orban after former insider leaks graft case tape
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Poland to Double Commitment to Czech-Led Ammunition Initiative: Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said his government doubled its commitment in a ...
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Ireland to intervene in South Africa genocide case against Israel at ICJ: Irish FM said events in Gaza represent the ‘blatant violation of international ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/28/ireland-to-intervene-in-south-africa-genocide-case-against-israel-at-icj
"Difficult conversations could lead to complaints being widely broadcast." www.mirror.co.uk/3am/us-celebrity-news/prince-harry-set-another-short-32454754
Quick Glance: The Royal Family Tree: Succession and New Generations
- After Queen Elizabeth II's death in 2022, the Windsor family tree began to grow rapidly.
- King Charles III now leads the House of Windsor, followed by Prince William and his family.
- The line of succession is led by Prince William and his three children, who have taken on the Wales title.
- A closer look at the current British royal family, including the king, his siblings, children, and grandchildren.
U.N. chief calls for slavery reparations to overcome ‘generations of discrimination’
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Austin to Israeli defense minister: 'Civilian casualties [are] far too high' in Gaza
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France will help Brazil develop nuclear-powered submarines, Macron says: President Emmanuel Macron said Wednesday that France would help Brazil develop nuclear ...
france24.com/en/americas/20240327-france-to-help-brazil-develop-nuclear-technology-for-submarines
Pope appears in better health, praises Israeli, Arab dads who lost kids in conflict
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A group of lawyers have written to Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud “expressing…deepest concern” about the actions of a “vested interest group” which ... Show more
The MEA summoned acting deputy chief of mission Gloria Berbena after a US State Department official’s remarks on #ArvindKejriwal ’s arrest.
More details here: www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/we-encourage-us-after-india-summons-diplomat-over-remarks-on-arvind-kejriwals-arrest-101711584027818.html
Quick Glance: AAP Protest: Delhi Police Detains Punjab Minister Harjot Singh Bains, Somnath Bharti
- Punjab Minister Harjot Singh Bains and Somnath Bharti were detained by the police as they gathered at Patel Chowk to protest against the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.
- Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) members chanted slogans and planned to march to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence for a 'gherao'.
- Prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure were imposed, with heightened security measures in various parts of the capital to prevent protests.
- Delhi Chief Minister Kejriwal, arrested on March 21, faces allegations of involvement in a conspiracy related to excise policy. The protests led to further arrests of AAP members, including a Punjab Minister.
Secret meeting in Berlin: Buschmann wants to protect the rule of law from the AfD
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“Quite often factually incorrect”: Historian’s fire letter attacks Scholz’s Ukraine course
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Slovenia to join Czechia's initiative to purchase ammunition for Ukraine: Slovenia will support the Czech initiative to purchase artillery ammunition for Ukraine ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/03/27/7448346/
Abbott signs executive order to combat antisemitism at Texas universities: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) signed an executive order Wednesday to combat antisemitism ...
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The night in the Middle East: Israel intensifies its attacks on Hezbollah: There are constant confrontations on Israel's border with Lebanon. Now the situation ...
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Man cuffed but not charged after Chiefs' Super Bowl parade shooting sues congressman
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Nicola Willis and the present I forgot to buy: 'I can absolutely confirm that I have fulfilled my commitment to buy the present that I promised I would ...
thespinoff.co.nz/wellington/28-03-2024/nicola-willis-and-the-present-i-forgot-to-buy
There is sheer fear in Berlin - These traffic light off scenarios are played out: Something is brewing in the federal government. The coalition members' trust ...
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'Frustrated' King missing a key royal event in Holy Week: Queen Camilla will stand in for him as she hands out the traditional ‘Maundy Money’ on the Thursday ...
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“Look, all I will do is I’ll keep talking on every dais and stage that we have to solve the unemployment problem, and that is my contribution to solving the ... Show more
GCorona protocols from the RKI: What is hidden under the blackened areas: Excitement about the Corona protocols: Numerous passages of the RKI documents have been ...
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Russia extends WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich's pretrial detention again: He has already spent almost a year behind bars without having been convicted of a crime.
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Quick Glance: Russian Court Extends WSJ Reporter Evan Gershkovich's Detention
- A Russian court extended Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich's pre-trial detention until at least June 30.
- He has been accused of "acting on the instructions of the American side" and collecting state secrets about the military.
- The Wall Street Journal Editor-in-Chief Emma Tucker believes their reporter will be eventually freed but highlights the complexity of the situation.
- Gershkovich is one of several high-profile U.S. citizens or dual nationals currently detained in Russia.
China's Xi tells Dutch PM cutting supply chains would lead to confrontation: Chinese President Xi Jinping told Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte on Wednesday that ...
reuters.com/world/china/chinas-xi-tells-dutch-pm-cutting-supply-chains-would-lead-confrontation-2024-03-27/
Leo Varadkar attends final Cabinet meeting as taoiseach: Taoiseach Leo Varadkar is attending what is likely to be his final Cabinet meeting.
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France's Macron says proposed EU-Mercosur agreement is 'very bad deal': French President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday during his visit to Brazil that a ...
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Brazil police investigate Bolsonaro's stay in February at Hungary embassy -source
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Quick Glance: Bolsonaro Sought Refuge in Hungarian Embassy Amid Investigations
- Brazil’s federal police confiscated former President Jair Bolsonaro’s passport and arrested a pair of his former aides on accusations of plotting a coup after he lost the 2022 presidential election on Feb. 8.
- Security-camera footage from the embassy shows Bolsonaro waiting to be let into the Hungarian Embassy in Brazil four days later. He appeared to stay at the embassy for the next two days, accompanied by security guards, the Hungarian ambassador, and staff members.
- Bolsonaro's stay at the embassy suggests an attempt to evade the Brazilian justice system by leveraging his friendship with far-right Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, as he faces criminal investigations at home.
- The New York Times analyzed footage from four cameras in the Hungarian Embassy, confirming Bolsonaro's arrival on Feb. 12 and departure on Feb. 14, where he mostly remained out of sight during his stay.
Warum fünf Historiker die Ukraine-Politik der SPD kritisieren: Der Ton des Briefes ist deutlich: Die SPD betreibe "Realitätsverweigerung", schreiben fünf ...
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Israel agrees to reschedule delegation visit to the White House: US official: Netanyahu has reschedule the meeting dedicated to Rafah, a U.S. official said.
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Quick Glance: Israel agrees to reschedule White House visit: US official
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to reschedule his delegation's visit to the White House after he canceled the trip on Monday, according to a U.S. official who spoke to ABC News on Wednesday.
- The decision to reschedule came after several members of President Joe Biden's Cabinet engaged in 'constructive discussions' with Israel's Defense Minister Yoav Gallant this week in Washington, D.C., as mentioned by the official.
- On Monday, the White House expressed 'disappointment' and being 'somewhat perplexed' over Israel's cancellation of the delegation's planned visit to the U.S.
- The White House has expressed 'deep concerns' that Israel may not take sufficient steps to prevent civilian casualties while targeting Hamas fighters in Rafah.
Nobel laureates urge not to recognise Putin as president and increase aid to Ukraine
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Orioles sale to David Rubenstein finalized after MLB approval: The sale of the Baltimore Orioles to a group led by billionaire David Rubenstein has ...
baltimoresun.com/2024/03/27/orioles-sale-david-rubenstein-finalized/
Photos: Baltimore's Key Bridge collapses; search and rescue efforts continue : A part of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after the Dali ...
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Aitchison College students and their parents staged a protest demonstration outside the Governor House on Tuesday against its alleged pressure on Principal ... Show more
Federal Minister of Economics: Habeck speaks out in favor of an EU defense commissioner
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Why VP Harris is seen as critical to Biden's reelection campaign: The vice president has been traveling across the country, giving increasingly higher-profile ...
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Districts have recently had to deal with a sharp increase in the number of refugees. CDU district administrator Christian Engelhardt, for example ... Show more
Corona: Lindner calls for a commission of inquiry in the Bundestag: Federal Ministers Robert Habeck of the Greens and Christian Lindner of the FDP believe that a ...
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Disney and DeSantis allies end legal dispute over control of theme park: The two sides have been fighting over who gets control of Disney's Florida theme park ...
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Man sentenced to 11 months in prison for voicemail threats to Nancy Pelosi, Alejandro Mayorkas: DOJ
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