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Sen. Mike Braun leads Indiana GOP primary for governor: Poll: Sen. Mike Braun (R-Ind.) boasts a substantial lead in Indiana’s Republican gubernatorial primary ...
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Indiana lawmakers join GOP-led states trying to target college tenure: Indiana lawmakers are considering a legislation that would restrict tenure at state ...
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10 wonderful pictures of passing out parade as Air Vice-Marshal visits Royal Navy HMS Sultan base
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Meet new owners of Civil War era home built by Indiana University grad in 1874: Stefan Welsh and Quinn Harmon moved into the home in May and welcomed a son, Mylo ...
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Growing Derby primary school is rated 'good' in first inspection: It was praised for its 'well-planned' curriculum
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The gorgeous Somerset restaurant rated one of the world's best: The restaurant imports authentic ingredients to use in its dishes
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Derbyshire school rated 'outstanding' - ten years after being 'inadequate': But principal says 'we will not allow an ounce of complacency'
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Gosport tank store café plans not open to the public: The Grade II listed building in Royal Clarence Yard could be converted into a café - but it will not be ...
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Would you live next to co-workers for the right price? This company is betting yes
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Things Get Heated in the FBI Unit as Bill’s Patience Runs Thin — and Deacon Tries to Dump Sheila
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Civil War era home built by Indiana University grad for sale in southern Indiana: The Beem House, built in 1874, measures nearly 3,500 square feet and sits on a ...
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Indiana's high court to hear abortion ban challenge: The court began hearing arguments Thursday on whether the ban violates privacy protections under the ...
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Indiana Supreme Court keeps state abortion ban on hold: INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indiana Supreme Court issued an order Wednesday that prevents the state from ...
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Indiana judge blocks state abortion ban a week after it took effect: An Indiana judge has blocked the state’s abortion ban from being enforced ...
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Indiana judge temporarily blocks near-total abortion ban: A preliminary injunction paused enforcement of the ban until the courts determine whether the law ...
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Indiana appeals judge's order blocking state's abortion ban: INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The state of Indiana has appealed a judge’s order that blocked the state’s ...
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Drop boxes for babies: Conservatives' answer to unwanted pregnancies: New York Times: Over the past 5 years, 12 US states have passed laws allowing baby boxes.
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11 Republican "fake electors" indicted for falsely declaring Trump won Arizona: Eighteen people including Donald Trump’s former chief of staff Mark Meadows and ...
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Quick Glance: 11 Republican 'Fake Electors' Charged in Arizona
- Eleven Republicans were charged in Arizona for falsely claiming that Donald Trump won the 2020 presidential election in Arizona against Joe Biden.
- They met in Phoenix to sign a certificate declaring Trump had won the state. The document was sent to Congress and the National Archives but ignored.
- The Arizona charges follow indictments against fake electors in Nevada, Michigan, and Georgia.
- The charges allege conspiracy, fraud, and forgery as they falsely declared Trump as the winner in Arizona despite Biden's victory by over 10,000 votes.
Africa Live: Muslim child allegedly lashed for attending church - BBC News: Seven members of a family in Uganda have been arrested for allegedly assaulting the ...
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Quick Glance: Africa Live: Germany detains alleged Nigerian mafia members
- German police have arrested 11 Nigerian men suspected of being part of a mafia group involved in large-scale dating scams orchestrated by the Black Axe gang.
- Portugal's President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has stated that his country should take full responsibility for colonial-era abuses and consider paying reparations in certain cases.
- Authorities in Tanzania have shut down five hydroelectric stations to reduce excess electricity in the national grid, with the main plant generating enough power for major cities like Dar es Salaam.
- Negotiations between the Kenyan government and striking doctors have collapsed, prolonging the suffering of those seeking healthcare in public hospitals, as doctors demand better pay and the hiring of trainee doctors.
Spanish PM suspends public duties after wife’s corruption investigation: Pedro Sánchez says he will announce decision on his political future next week
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Quick Glance: Spanish PM Contemplates Resignation Amid Wife's Corruption Probe
- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is considering stepping down after allegations of corruption involving his wife.
- Sánchez will announce a decision on his political future next week and has temporarily canceled public duties.
- The investigation against Sánchez's wife was initiated due to allegations of receiving favors from companies that secured government contracts.
Maximilian Krah: Public Prosecutor General initiates preliminary investigation: The Dresden Public Prosecutor's Office has initiated preliminary investigations ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation of Possible Payments from China and Russia to Maximilian Krah
- The General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden has officially initiated investigations against Maximilian Krah due to potential financial flows from Russian and Chinese sources.
- The AfD lead candidate for the European Parliament elections, Maximilian Krah, is the subject of two preliminary investigations at the General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden.
- Towards the end of last year, Krah was questioned by the FBI about possible payments from Kremlin-related sources, allegedly carrying a four-digit sum of money at that time.
- On Monday evening, German authorities arrested Jian G., a close associate of Krah, who is suspected of spying for the Chinese intelligence service in Germany.
New York appeals court overturns Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction from landmark #MeToo trial
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Quick Glance: New York Overturns Harvey Weinstein's 2020 Rape Conviction
- New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, citing prejudicial rulings by the judge in the landmark #MeToo trial.
- The State Court of Appeals ruling reopens a painful chapter in America's reckoning with sexual misconduct by powerful figures, ordering a new trial where his accusers might have to relive their traumas.
- Weinstein, 72, has been serving a 23-year sentence in a New York prison following his conviction, but will remain imprisoned due to another rape conviction in Los Angeles in 2022.
- This decision marks another setback for #MeToo, following the US Supreme Court's refusal to hear an appeal in the Bill Cosby case, where his sexual assault conviction was overturned by a Pennsylvania court.
Pedro Sánchez, Spain’s Leader, Considers Resigning as Wife Faces Inquiry: Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez suspended all public duties until Monday ...
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Quick Glance: Spain's PM faces pressure over wife's corruption probe
- A Madrid court confirmed an investigation against Begoña Gómez for alleged influence peddling and corruption.
- Sánchez criticized the complaint as part of a harassment campaign against his wife.
- The probe relates to Gómez's ties to companies that received government funding.
- The opposition pushed for a statement from her regarding the investigation.
China warns Antony Blinken US must choose between ‘co-operation or confrontation’
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Quick Glance: China warns US to Choose Cooperation or Confrontation with Antony Blinken
- Blinken expected to demand Beijing cease support for Russia
- Tensions rise over accusations of China aiding Russia in Ukraine
- US accused of hindering Chinese industrial growth through export controls
- US and China seek to stabilize relations before US election campaign
What we know about the protests erupting on college campuses across America: College campuses across the United States have erupted with pro-Palestinian protests ...
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Quick Glance: College Protests Erupting Across America
- Pro-Palestinian protests surge on US campuses, challenging school leadership.
- Conflict sparked post-Hamas attack, escalating into protests and arrests.
- Protesters demand divestment from Israel-linked entities at universities.
- Political leaders call for Columbia president's resignation over chaos and antisemitism.
Trump immunity case live updates: His attorney tells SCOTUS assassinating rival could be protected act
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Quick Glance: US Supreme Court Begins Trump Immunity Hearing
- The Supreme Court discusses presidential pardons and whether a coup is an official act.
- The distinction between 'private' and 'public' acts is explored, with a focus on Trump's private motives for official actions.
- The question of whether Trump deserves immunity for actions done for personal gain is raised, along with the definition of 'official conduct' versus 'private conduct'.
- The potential ramifications of this case are considered to be significant, potentially impacting the ongoing criminal trials against Trump.
Biden administration issues new rules on airline fees and refunds: The Biden administration is setting new rules on airline fees and refunds ...
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Quick Glance: New Rules for Airline Refunds and Fees
- The Transportation Department will require airlines to automatically refund fares when flights are canceled or delayed and to reveal more about extra fees before booking.
- The department's new rules target the issues of refunds and surprise fees late in the booking process.
- Passenger advocates welcome the new steps as a massive improvement in consumer rights and passenger protection.
- Starting in October, the new D.O.T. rules will include a unified definition for a "significant" delay.
The economy grew a disappointing 1.6% in Q1. What does it mean for interest rates?
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Quick Glance: Disappointing Q1 Economic Growth and Implications
- The U.S. GDP grew at a rate of 1.6% in the first quarter, falling below expectations due to slower inventory replenishment and weak export growth.
- Despite the disappointing growth last quarter, this could potentially alter the views of Fed officials who were not keen on cutting rates following an upsurge in consumer prices.
- Some analysts believe that the weaker-than-expected report indicates the beginning of a broader economic slowdown.
- The report also highlights the performance of other sectors of the economy, such as the surge in housing construction, business investment growth, slower government spending, and the impact of trade on economic growth.
Union threatens Habeck with consequences in debate about nuclear power documents: If he does not immediately disclose the circumstances of the decision to phase ...
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Quick Glance: CDU Official Demands Halt to Nuclear Power Plant Decommissioning
- A revelation from "Cicero" magazine indicates that the decision for Germany's nuclear phase-out was primarily driven by green anti-nuclear activists, sparking harsh criticism towards Economy Minister Robert Habeck.
- The Economy Ministry refutes the "Cicero" portrayal, emphasizing that decisions were based on transparent and open-ended evaluations.
- The CDU and FDP criticize Habeck, calling for clarification and a reassessment of the nuclear power plant decommissioning.
- Experts and politicians express concerns over potential public misrepresentation and the erosion of trust in the government due to the revelations from the documents.
Who could buy TikTok?: The clock has begun ticking for TikTok to find a new owner.
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Quick Glance: Potential Buyers for TikTok Revealed
- The clock is ticking for TikTok to find a new owner. President Joe Biden signed a law that could ban TikTok in the US unless ByteDance sells the app. Possible buyers range from tech companies to retailers and investment bankers.
- Established tech giants like Meta or Google are unlikely buyers due to antitrust hurdles. Large companies with deep pockets face regulatory skepticism, although they could have the resources to purchase TikTok.
- Microsoft, which has shown interest in TikTok in the past, may have another opportunity after successfully navigating antitrust scrutiny with the Activision Blizzard deal. Oracle and former US government officials like Steven Mnuchin are also potential buyers.
- Mnuchin has announced assembling a team of investors to acquire TikTok. His offer, however, might exclude TikTok's algorithm, sparking controversial discussions. Other potential buyers like Kevin O'Leary are also considering acquiring TikTok, with O'Leary suggesting an initial bid between $20 and $30 billion.
Meadows, Giuliani and other Trump allies charged in Arizona 2020 election probe: The indictments cap a year-long investigation by Arizona Attorney General Kris ...
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Quick Glance: Giuliani, 17 Others Indicted in Arizona for Fake Elector Scheme; Trump Named Co-Conspirator
- Rudy Giuliani, a former lawyer for Donald Trump, is among 18 individuals indicted in Arizona for allegedly illegally attempting to claim the state's 2020 electoral votes for the former US president, with Trump identified as an unindicted co-conspirator.
- The indictment in Maricopa County Superior Court lists 11 defendants and redacts the names of seven others. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes stated that these names would be disclosed after serving all defendants with the indictment.
- The indictment alleges that the defendants pressured state officials to change election results, including fraud, forgery, and conspiracy, carrying potential sentences ranging from six months to over 12 years upon conviction.
- Several individuals posing as electors for Trump have been charged in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, and Nevada. The fake elector scheme is also a focal point in the federal case against Trump led by Special Counsel Jack Smith.
Rush hour chaos in London as 5 military horses run amok after getting spooked during exercise
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Quick Glance: London Chaos: Military Horses Run Wild
- Five military horses bolted during an exercise near Buckingham Palace, causing chaos in central London streets.
- The horses were spooked by noise from a construction site, threw off their riders, and collided with vehicles.
- Three injured soldiers were hospitalized, but none of the injuries were life-threatening.
- The horses were captured shortly after and taken back to the barracks for medical tests.
UN calls for investigation into mass graves uncovered at two Gaza hospitals: The United Nations is calling for “a clear, transparent and credible investigation” ...
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Quick Glance: UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Graves at Two Gaza Hospitals
- The United Nations called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves at two major hospitals in Gaza that were searched by Israeli troops.
- It was emphasized that investigators must have access to the sites, and a greater number of journalists should be able to work safely in Gaza to report on the facts.
- Some of the bodies belonged to individuals killed during the hospital siege, while others were victims when Israeli forces raided the hospital.
- The discovery of the graves highlights the urgency of a ceasefire, the end of the conflict, improved access for humanitarian aid, the protection of hospitals, and the release of Israeli hostages.
Ukraine uses long-range missiles secretly provided by US to hit Russian-held areas, officials say
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
Pro-Palestinian campus protests roil political debate in Washington: College students demonstrating their support for Palestinians on campuses across the country ...
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Biden signs $95 billion aid package with assistance for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan. Calls for TikTok ban or sale
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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.
Laurence Fox ordered to pay £90,000 each in damages to two people he libelled: Actor-turned-politician Laurence Fox has been ordered to pay £90 ...
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Quick Glance: Laurence Fox ordered to pay damages for libel
- Actor-turned-politician Laurence Fox has been instructed to pay £90,000 in damages to two individuals he labeled as 'paedophiles' on social media.
- Following a libel dispute in the High Court, he is now required to pay a total of £180,000.
- During an exchange over Sainsbury's decision to recognize Black History Month in October 2020, Fox referred to Mr. Blake and Crystal as 'paedophiles.'
- In a prior ruling in January, Fox's counterclaims were rejected, and judgment was made in favor of Mr. Blake and Mr. Seymour.
Billie Eilish, Dave Mathews, Lorde Among 250 Artists Addressing Ticket System Reform
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Arizona Charges Giuliani and Other Trump Allies in Election Interference Case: Those charged included Mark Meadows, the former White House chief of staff ...
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Energy security: Habeck employees are said to have ignored concerns about the nuclear phase-out
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Israel’s Forever War: The Long History of Managing—Rather Than Solving—the Conflict
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Burkina Faso army massacred 223 villagers in revenge attack - HRW: Soldiers accused residents of aiding Islamist fighters before shooting at them ...
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Quick Glance: Burkina Faso Army Massacred 223 Civilians in Village Raid
- Military forces in Burkina Faso killed 223 civilians, including many children, in attacks on two villages in the northern region on February 25.
- Human Rights Watch called for an investigation into the massacres and international support to hold those responsible accountable.
- The country has been plagued by violence caused by jihadists, displacing over 2 million people, with a majority being children.
- Burkina Faso's army engaged in retaliatory actions, accusing civilians of collaborating with militants, resulting in massacres.
Tens of thousands protest as Milei’s austerity measures hit Argentina’s public universities
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The remains of Royal Malaysian Navy pilot, Lieutenant T. Sivasutan, who perished in the helicopter crash in Lumut on Tuesday (April 23) has been cremated at ... Show more thestartv.com/c/news cutt.ly/TheStar fb.com/TheStarOnline
Ukrainian pilots preparing for flights on F-16s in France: Ukrainian pilots are undergoing basic flight training on F-16 fighter jets in France’s southwest.
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Another ex-State Department official alleges Israeli military gets 'special treatment' on abuses
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McKinsey Is Under Criminal Investigation for Its Opioid Work: Federal prosecutors are examining the consulting company’s role in helping “turbocharge” the sale ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/business/mckinsey-criminal-investigation.html
Quick Glance: Investigation against McKinsey in the US over involvement in the opioid industry
- A grand jury was established to examine evidence related to consulting for pharmaceutical companies involved in the addiction epidemic.
- McKinsey is under a criminal investigation in the US for its involvement with opioid manufacturers.
- Furthermore, federal prosecutors are looking into whether the company impeded justice through its actions as concerns about its work grew.
- According to a source, the US Department of Justice has been scrutinizing McKinsey's activities for several years, with a grand jury now set up in Virginia to review evidence.
Ukraine thanks the US for billions in new military aid to help stop Russia's advance
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WATCH: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz attended a police passing-out parade in Lahore wearing a police uniform.
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NEW: Reggie Bush will get his Heisman Trophy back after it was stripped from him 14 years ago, regaining the college game's top honor after an improper ... Show more www.nbcnews.com/news/sports/reggie-bush-getting-heisman-trophy-back-was-stripped-14-years-ago-rcna149142
Quick Glance: Reggie Bush to Regain 2005 Heisman Trophy
- The Heisman Trust is set to announce Reggie Bush receiving back the 2005 Heisman Trophy, reinstating his status as a recipient after a NCAA investigation.
- Following the restoration of his 2005 season records by the NCAA, the Heisman Trust confirmed the re-honoring of Bush's award.
- In a statement, Bush expressed his excitement to be back in the Heisman family and collaborate with the organization to uphold its values and mission.
- With the Heisman Trophy back in Bush's possession, USC now holds the top spot in college football's Heisman Trophy winners list with a total of eight recipients.
Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has proposed making the mastery of Bahasa Melayu a prerequisite to getting citizenship ... Show more www.malaysiakini.com/news/703611
Pictures of the Day | April 25, 2024: Our top photos of the day.
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Nicola Coughlan says she was told that certain agencies & studios won’t want to work with her for her support of a permanent ceasefire to the genocide ... Show more
A top Russian military official reportedly linked to Ukraine's Mariupol arrested for bribe-taking
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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.
Iranian rapper Toomaj Salehi sentenced to death for songs critical of regime: Salehi's music denounced government corruption and suppression of dissent.
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Quick Glance: Iranian Rapper Toomaj Salehi Receives Death Sentence for Criticizing Authorities
- Toomaj Salehi's songs criticized government corruption and repression.
- An Iranian court imposed a death sentence on rapper Toomaj Salehi for his critical songs.
- Salehi, subjected to multiple arrests, condemned the regime in his music.
- Despite being detained, Salehi persisted in releasing music videos opposing the Iranian authorities.
Johnson calls on Columbia University president to resign during tense news conference
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LIVE: Donald Trump appears in New York ahead of court hearing
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Netanyahu condemns ‘antisemitic mobs’ on US college campuses: Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu on Tuesday denounced the pro-Palestinian protests roiling college ...
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Flooding in Kenyan capital city Nairobi has "escalated to extreme levels" and local authorities are "clearly overwhelmed" ... Show more
Arizona House votes to repeal abortion ban, advancing issue to state Senate: GOP anxieties about the politics of a near-total abortion ban have led to an ...
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Quick Glance: Supreme Court Divided on Emergency Abortion Access: Highlights
- The Supreme Court seems divided on access to emergency abortions in states with near-total bans.
- The 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act could impact abortion access in emergencies.
- The debate raises questions about fetal personhood and abortion rights conflict.
- The court's decision could affect abortion access in 14 states with strict abortion bans.
Arizona Democrats Advance 3rd Attempt to Repeal 1864 Abortion Law: The almost-complete ban on abortions in the state could go into effect as soon as June 8 if ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/us/abortion-ban-arizona.html
Whether Trump did or didn’t let loose, there’s a whiff of defeat about him: Just when you thought the most buffoonish member of the US right could not get any ...
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24 billion kilometers away: "Voyager 1" sends NASA information again: 47 years ago, the US space agency sent the "Voyager 1" probe into space. In November ...
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Quick Glance: Voyager 1 Sends Usable Data to Earth Again
- Launched in 1977, Voyager 1's mission is to explore interstellar space.
- After sending unreadable data for months, a fix was found for the issue.
- Experts repaired a faulty chip in the Flight Data Subsystem to resume sending readable data.
- The mission remains iconic, but the battery's longevity is uncertain as the probe continues its journey through the Milky Way.
Saudi Arabia: Any visa holder can now perform Umrah: Pilgrims encouraged to utilise Nusuk app to obtain Umrah permit, adhere to ritual timings
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Bundestag deals with allegations against the AfD: A current hour is about allegations of influence from Russia and China on the AfD.
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CS Moses Kuria: I will not pay interns KSh. 206,000. Take it from me. As long as I am the minister for Public Service hakuna kitu kama hiyo itafanyika.
Bosnia Cracks Down on International Drug Cartel; Police Officials Among Suspects: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
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Quick Glance: Investigation into International Drug Cartel in Bosnia; Suspicions Against Police Officials
- The U.S. government identified Edin "Tito" Gačanin in March 2023 as a significant player in the global cocaine trade.
- Gačanin's connections extended to Raffaele Imperiale, who was arrested in 2021 - a well-known figure in the Camorra, one of Italy’s largest organized crime networks.
- The police operation on Monday targeted individuals suspected of involvement in organized crime, the illicit trafficking of substantial drug quantities, money laundering, and related offenses, in three cities.
- It is reported that the cartel recruited many individuals from Bosnia and Herzegovina and neighboring countries to establish businesses in the Netherlands, Slovenia, Spain, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, to launder the proceeds of its billion-dollar drug trafficking operations.
State legislators in Tennessee passed a bill that would allow teachers and school staff in the state to be armed. Protests broke out in the Tennessee General ... Show more www.cnn.com/2024/04/23/us/tennessee-teachers-gun-carry-bill/
It’s about time to hold Trump in contempt: Justice Juan Merchan must refuse to let former president Donald Trump undermine the rule of law.
washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/04/25/trump-contempt-merchan-hush-money-trial/
Gaza protesters clash with police at US universities: Demonstrators in Texas were met with state troopers as protests lead to arrests on campuses across the ...
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US jails Chinese student for threatening pro-democracy schoolmate: He threatened to "chop off" the hands of a Chinese student who put up pro-democracy fliers on ...
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US Supreme Court to decide if Trump has immunity in election interference case: The top court will hear arguments on Thursday in a case that could redefine ...
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Some Nikki Haley voters are hanging on to her candidacy and, like her, refuse to endorse Trump
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Conservative justices appear skeptical federal law requires emergency abortion care
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Biden picks up another big union endorsement, this one from building trades workers
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Trump hush money trial: Tabloid publisher David Pecker continues testimony: A reluctant Donald Trump will be back in a New York City courtroom as his hush money ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Hush Money Trial: Publisher David Pecker Testifies Continues
- A reluctant Donald Trump returned to a New York City courtroom as his hush money trial resumed, while the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments on his immunity as a former president.
- The trial involves witness testimony from a longtime tabloid publisher, and Trump must decide if he violated a judge-imposed gag order.
- Two separate cases were combined into a legal and political puzzle with implications for the presumptive Republican presidential nominee and future presidents regarding immunity from criminal prosecution for actions during their tenure.
- The Supreme Court's decision will have lasting implications, answering whether a former president enjoys immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts during their time in office.
Police clashed with pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of Southern California, who chanted 'Free Palestine' as they marched and carried tents on ... Show more
The young South Africans rethinking Nelson Mandela’s legacy: Some of those born after the end of apartheid are taking inspiration from the radical politics of ...
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Quick Glance: Young South Africans Reconsidering Nelson Mandela's Heritage
- Kenneth Khoza is canvassing near Vilakazi Street for the uMkhonto we Sizwe party, named after the former armed wing of the African National Congress.
- Some young South Africans are questioning Mandela's legacy due to the deep disillusionment in the country marked by unemployment, crime, and racial inequality.
- There is a growing critique of the ruling ANC party, as some believe Mandela and the leadership of the liberation era should have taken more radical measures to correct the injustices of the apartheid era.
- While the ANC is expected to emerge as the largest party in the elections, polls suggest increasing dissatisfaction with its performance, potentially ushering in a new era of coalition politics.
NYC Mayor: 'No room for hate in our city to praise Hamas': Mayor Adams criticized pro-Palestinian protesters' language as "immoral" and ...
jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-798565
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu labelled pro-Palestinian student protests in US universities as "horrific" ... Show more
Trump calls for multiple judges to be removed ahead of gag order decision: Former President Trump called for multiple judges to be removed Wednesday ...
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4617612-trump-calls-multiple-judges-removed-ahead-gag-order-decision/
Watch: Huge fire breaks out at Russian oil facility: A huge fire has broken out at a Russian oil refinery following reports of overnight drone attacks.
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Taliban leaders enforce brutal restrictions against women, except for their own daughters
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Quick Glance: Taliban Leaders Enforce Harsh Restrictions on Women, Except Their Daughters
- Women in Afghanistan faced severe restrictions under Taliban rule, contrasting with privileges granted to Taliban leaders' daughters.
- Taliban leaders impose strict rules on women while sending their daughters abroad for education and freedoms.
- The Taliban justify their actions through religion while exempting their daughters from the same rules, highlighting hypocrisy.
- An international push for the condemnation of gender apartheid aims to address the systematic oppression of women.
Middle East: Dieter Hallervorden fights for Gaza: "Atrocities usually have a history. And no one is born a terrorist," writes Dieter Hallervorden in a Facebook ...
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US House Speaker Johnson heckled and booed at Columbia, center of Gaza protests: Columbia University students heckled House Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday as ...
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Suspicion of Russian financing: AfD politician Bystron is said to have complained about the denomination of the banknotes
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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.
The US quietly shipped long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine: The United States in recent weeks secretly shipped long-range missiles to Ukraine for use in its ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-quietly-shipped-long-range-atacms-missiles-ukraine-2024-04-24/
From Lucke to Krah and Bystron: "The AfD's own victim narrative is becoming too sensitive"
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Der-AfD-wird-das-eigene-Opfer-Narrativ-zu-heikel-article24899099.html
Jill Biden launches bike ride for wounded service members, stresses need to support vets
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Happy Birthday, Kelly Clarkson! See the first 'American Idol' winner through the years
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At the University of Southern California, police scuffled with pro-Palestinian protesters and temporarily took at least one person into custody
Huber on ntv Frühstart: "The AfD is a danger for Germany": The top candidate is no longer acceptable, the AfD is a danger to Germany: clear words from CSU ...
n-tv.de/politik/Die-AfD-ist-eine-Gefahr-fuer-Deutschland-article24896930.html
Trump, allies were part of Michigan fake elector scheme, investigator testifies: A Michigan prosecutor testified Wednesday that former President Trump and senior ...
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Pressure builds on Columbia University president to quit over Gaza protests: Both US lawmakers and protesters have criticised Nemat Shafik's handling of campus ...
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George Santos ends comeback bid for Congress: Former U.S. Rep. George Santos says he's dropping his longshot bid to return to Congress ...
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Quick Glance: George Santos ends independent bid for US House seat
- Following his expulsion from Congress after a bipartisan vote on December 1, George Santos, a Republican representative from New York, is seen leaving the U.S. Capitol. On Tuesday, Santos announced his decision to withdraw his independent candidacy for New York's 1st Congressional District.
- In order to prevent a split in the Republican ticket between himself and the incumbent Republican candidate, Nick LaLota, in case he secures the Republican nomination after the New York primary on June 25, Santos opted out of an independent run, as reported by Politico.
- Nancy Goroff and John Avlon are currently competing for the Democratic nomination for the congressional seat during the New York primary.
- Despite concluding his independent candidacy, Santos hinted at a possible future congressional run. He expressed, 'The future holds countless possibilities, and I am prepared, eager, and capable to step up and fight for my country at any time.'
The Delusion of Peak China: America Can't Wish Away Its Toughest Challenger: America can't wish away its toughest challenger.
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Naomi Klein: Jews Must Raise Their Voices for Palestine, Oppose the “False Idol of Zionism”
democracynow.org/2024/4/24/naomi_klein_seder
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