These countries have already banned TikTok: TikTok is already banned in a handful of countries and from government-issued devices in a number of others ...
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Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
Europe faces ‘mortal’ threat, says Emmanuel Macron: French president calls for huge investment push and EU reforms in Sorbonne speech
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Quick Glance: Macron Calls for Stronger European Defense
- Macron urged Europe to adopt a credible defense strategy less dependent on the US.
- He warned that Europe was not adequately prepared to face global threats like Russia's war in Ukraine.
- Emphasizing European sovereignty, Macron called for autonomy in defense and the economy.
- He advocated for a revision of EU trade policy, prioritizing European suppliers for military equipment.
US Vice President Kamala Harris hosted Kim Kardashian at the White House to discuss criminal justice reform, after the Biden administration granted clemency to ...
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The Lord of the Rings trilogy extended and remastered to hit cinemas for the first time
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Quick Glance: The Lord of the Rings Trilogy Extended and Remastered for Cinematic Release
- Peter Jackson’s iconic Lord of the Rings trilogy is getting a re-release in cinemas this summer.
- For the first time, an extended and remastered version of each film will be available to screen at participating US theatres, including AMC, Cinemark, and Regal.
- The three-day event – a collaboration between Warner Bros and Fathom Events – will kick off on 8 June with the first movie, 2001’s The Fellowship Of The Ring, followed by 2002’s The Two Towers on 9 June and 2003’s The Return of the King on 10 June.
- Interested fans can secure their tickets by visiting the official Fathom Events website.
Nixon administration could’ve started monitoring CO2 levels but didn’t: President Nixon's science advisors recommended building global CO2 monitoring network ...
insideclimatenews.org/news/26042024/nixon-administration-climate-research-plan/
EU should revisit bank and insurer capital rules, Macron says: French President Emmanuel Macron called on Thursday for a revision of how Europe applies minimum ...
reuters.com/world/europe/eu-should-revisit-bank-insurer-capital-rules-macron-says-2024-04-25/
RBA to ‘increase interest rates three times’: A top forecaster issued a dire interest rate warning, predicting that the Reserve Bank will be forced to hike three ...
news.com.au/finance/economy/interest-rates/leading-forecaster-warren-hogan-predicts-rba-will-hike-cash-rate-to-51-per-cent-this-year/news-story/f6f2f084778953ccaa0538383f67449f
Mexican lawmakers approve new pension fund backed by president: Mexico's Senate approved the creation of a new pension fund on Thursday aimed at boosting payouts ...
reuters.com/world/americas/mexican-lawmakers-approve-new-pension-fund-backed-by-president-2024-04-26/
Quick Glance: New Pension Fund Approved in Mexico
- Mexico's Senate approved the creation of a new pension fund to boost payouts to the lowest-earning recipients.
- The reform aims to ensure pensioners receive a specific percentage of their last monthly salary.
- Critics have raised concerns about potential risks to the savings of some Mexicans, a claim disputed by the government.
- The fund will be initially funded by unclaimed savings held by older workers in inactive accounts with private fund administrators.
Anzac Day 2024: Australia, New Zealand honor their war dead with dawn services : Hundreds of thousands of people have gathered across Australia and New Zealand ...
apnews.com/article/anzac-australia-zealand-turkey-papua-isurava-3fae64c0826340f401ceec853fdc9ab9
CNN Poll: Few think Trump is being treated the same as other defendants: As the first criminal prosecution of a former American president began just 13% ...
cnn.com/2024/04/25/politics/cnn-poll-trump-trial/
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy met UK finance minister Jeremy Hunt in Kyiv. Zelenskiy said in a statement on the Telegram app that he was grateful to ... Show more
Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets Britain's Jeremy Hunt in Kyiv | Reuters
Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets Britain's Jeremy Hunt in Kyiv | Reuters
Clinical New Zealand outlast Pakistan to win 4th T20I - News | Khaleej Times: The defeats are a jolt to a full-strength Pakistan side in their preparations for ...
khaleejtimes.com/sports/cricket/clinical-new-zealand-outlast-pakistan-to-win-4th-t20i
LIVE: Australia and New Zealand remember the dawn landings at Gallipoli: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Young Fans Break Down In Tears As New Zealand 'B' Team Embarrass Pakistan Again | Cricket News
sports.ndtv.com/cricket/young-fans-break-down-in-tears-as-new-zealand-b-team-embarrass-pakistan-again-5526429
Indoor sports stadium in Kaikohe to open after decade of work: More than a decade in the making, a blessing will be held Saturday to formally open Kaikohe's ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515252/indoor-sports-stadium-in-kaikohe-to-open-after-decade-of-work
Superannuation kicks in at 65 — but people are staying in work longer.
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Leo Molloy confronts gun-toting ‘lunatic’ in night of Viaduct mayhem.
"I just saw the gun and thought f*** that, I’m tired of cowboys running this town ... Show more
Biden rebukes Trump over ‘cruelty’ of Florida’s six-week abortion ban : It was Biden’s first major speech on abortion since Trump suggested that the politically ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/23/biden-abortion-florida-trump/
Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Florida's abortion ban and holds Trump accountable
- President Biden condemns the upcoming 6-week abortion ban in Florida.
- He blames Trump for appointing justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.
- Biden's campaign focuses on abortion rights to mobilize voters.
- Efforts to leverage Florida's abortion laws for political gain are highlighted.
Ty Cobb ‘almost certain’ Trump election interference case won’t be tried before election
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4622882-ty-cobb-almost-certain-trump-election-interference-case-wont-be-tried-before-election/
Quick Glance: US Supreme Court discusses Trump's Immunity
- Conservative US Supreme Court justices signal sympathy for the argument that presidents have some immunity against criminal charges for certain actions taken in office.
- Former President Donald Trump appealed after lower courts rejected his request to be shielded from four election-related criminal charges.
- The Supreme Court hearing could distort the presidency without immunity and affect decision-making when bold and fearless action is most needed.
- The Supreme Court's decision on immunity is expected and could lead to Trump's trial occurring before the election.
'Charlie's kind of going through what Trump's going through': Jeff Daniels compares his character's situation in new series 'A Man in Full' to Donald Trump at ... Show more
Hospitals asked to save total of $105m by July: New Zealand's public hospitals have been given the target to save a total of $105 million by July this year ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/hospitals-asked-save-total-105m-july
LIVE: White House briefing with Karine Jean-Pierre, Jake Sullivan
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New Zealand trampoline couple fall head over heels before Paris: For New Zealand's trampoline gymnastics team, the Paris Olympics will be a labour of love.
reuters.com/sports/new-zealand-trampoline-couple-fall-head-over-heels-before-paris-2024-04-25/
Hospitals asked to make more than $80m in savings by July, RNZ understands: The central health agency is asking hospitals to save more than $80m by July as part ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515274/hospitals-asked-to-make-more-than-80m-in-savings-by-july-rnz-understands
Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud welcomed Turkish naval forces to Mogadishu, two months after Somalia and Turkey signed a defense and economic ... Show more
Turkey to provide maritime security support to Somalia -official | Reuters
Turkey to provide maritime security support to Somalia -official | Reuters
Quick Glance: Turkish Warship Arrives in Mogadishu under Somalia Defense Pact
- A Turkish Navy vessel arrived at the Port of Mogadishu on Tuesday following the signing of a defense and economic agreement between Somalia and Turkey in February this year.
- The TCG Kınalıada F514 docked at the port two months after the landmark deal signed between the two countries, under which Turkey committed to provide maritime security support to Somalia.
- President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia, along with several ministers, joined the welcoming ceremony along with the Turkish Ambassador to Somalia, Alper Aktaş.
- Turkey and Somalia also signed a deal on offshore oil and natural gas cooperation last month, further strengthening ties after agreeing on a defense deal.
Underweight and overpriced: Customer warning after New World gets chicken label wrong
nzherald.co.nz/nz/underweight-and-overpriced-customer-warning-after-new-world-gets-chicken-label-wrong/ZP3HM7YQ2FDHFLQ6GX4CAH6D3E/
Arizona indicts 18, including Rudy Giuliani, for 'fake elector' scheme to overturn 2020 election for Donald Trump
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-25/arizona-indicts-republicans-donald-trump-election-fraud/103767788
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.
New Zealanders over 65 staying in paid work longer to 'transition into retirement'
rnz.co.nz/news/business/515248/new-zealanders-over-65-staying-in-paid-work-longer-to-transition-into-retirement
🔴 French President Emmanuel Macron’s office says France is considering extending sanctions on Israeli settlers behind violence against Palestinian civilians in ... Show more
Israel’s war on Gaza live: Mass graves show evidence of torture, executions | Israel War on Gaza News | Al Jazeera
Israel’s war on Gaza live: Mass graves show evidence of torture, executions | Israel War on Gaza News | Al Jazeera
School brings back traditional single-cell classrooms: Rangiora High School has a 1980s feel about it, following the refurbishment of its Rakahuri building ...
rnz.co.nz/news/ldr/515202/school-brings-back-traditional-single-cell-classrooms
Yen hits fresh 34-year lows against dollar ahead of BOJ meeting: The yen hit fresh 34-year low versus the dollar and a 16-year low against the euro on Thursday ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/markets-wary-intervention-yen-struggles-155-level-2024-04-25/
Biden picks up another big union endorsement, this one from building trades workers
apnews.com/article/joe-biden-union-endorsement-651dd9dd2eb8e16ab898366e9501dc4e
Pressure builds on Columbia University president to quit over Gaza protests: Both US lawmakers and protesters have criticised Nemat Shafik's handling of campus ...
bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68893185
Some Nikki Haley voters are hanging on to her candidacy and, like her, refuse to endorse Trump
apnews.com/article/nikki-haley-donald-trump-pennsylvania-joe-biden-c8ab4e675cfd2fa64d6b749b881c6fbd
Seize the day: For all its virtues, Anzac Day – unlike its cousin Armistice Day – is a commemoration of war, not peace.
thespinoff.co.nz/the-sunday-essay/25-04-2024/seize-the-day
Supreme Court will decide if Trump has immunity in election case: The Supreme Court seems highly skeptical of former President Donald Trump’s claim of absolute ...
apnews.com/article/supreme-court-trump-capitol-riot-prosecution-immunity-72c885c07c77970d4380206f87b2d8ca
Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
- Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.
- Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.
- Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.
- Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
Former Test cricketer mauled by a leopard: Former Zimbabwe cricketer Guy Whittall has undergone emergency surgery after he was mauled by a wounded leopard while ...
news.com.au/sport/cricket/former-zimbabwe-cricketer-guy-whittall-hospitalised-after-leopard-mauling/news-story/705b47cd81a2989ff817ff6654f3abee
French President Emmanuel Macron participated in a charity football match, with some African stars, scoring a penalty in the second half ... Show more
SOMETHING TO ‘BRAGG’ ABOUT: “It’s a remarkable comeback for Trump, and he’s got the crazy prosecutors in Manhattan to thank in part,” writes Hugh Hewitt ... Show more
Morning Glory: Trump's numbers are surging in the swing states | Fox News
Morning Glory: Trump's numbers are surging in the swing states | Fox News
Military service a family legacy: This is a family you probably want to avoid having a neighbourly dispute with. They are a family of servicemen and women that ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/military-service-family-legacy
Celebs head to DC for correspondents’ dinner: Here’s who’s coming: From “Black Widow” actor Scarlett Johansson — seemingly in town to support husband Colin Jost ...
thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/4622097-celebs-dc-white-house-correspondents-dinner/
Live updates: Pro-Palestinian protests at USC, Columbia University, college campuses nationwide
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Polish director to release AI-assisted Putin biopic in bid to ‘challenge him through art’
wionews.com/world/polish-director-to-release-ai-assisted-putin-biopic-in-bid-to-challenge-him-through-art-714919
It was announced in late 2022 that up to 80,000 frontline workers would get the pins as part of the 2023 New Year Honours ... Show more
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Live updates: Pro-Palestinian protests at USC, Columbia University, college campuses nationwide
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Quick Glance: USC Main Commencement Canceled Amid Gaza War Protests
- Protests against the Israel-Hamas war prompt the cancellation of USC's main graduation ceremony and numerous arrests at campuses nationwide.
- Universities are grappling with protests that could disrupt upcoming commencement ceremonies and are considering changes to regulations regarding encampments and exams.
- Some students demand schools sever ties with Israel, leading to accusations of antisemitism and concerns about safety on campus.
- The wave of protests, inspired by events at Columbia University, has led to civil rights investigations into universities facing protests and complaints of discrimination amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict.
'I'm a Muslim, ask me anything' campaign sparks conversations across South Island
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Lost luggage leaves New Zealand’s band without instruments for Anzac Day at Gallipoli
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Rotorua Boys’ High School head boy Jared Lasike’s Anzac Day speech attracted national media attention and he went ‘semi-viral’ on social media ... Show more
Mauritania president announces second term bid for June election: Mauritania President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani said Wednesday he would run for a second term in ...
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Man 'Staggered' As Lost Card Found on Antarctic Seafloor 2,400 Miles Away: The card remained with NIWA for eight more years after its discovery until they ...
newsweek.com/card-lost-new-zealand-found-antarctica-years-later-1894181
Union leader endorsing Biden: ‘We’re not gonna waste a lot of time’ on Trump supporters
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4617991-building-trades-union-endorses-biden/
This astonishing and tense new show is a must-watch: This gripping six-part series starring Robyn Malcolm in a standout role is a messy, morally complex tale.
smh.com.au/culture/tv-and-radio/each-episode-in-this-tense-show-serves-more-doubt-the-performances-are-astonishing-20240424-p5fm9i.html
Actress, crew see off big marine visitor: Big Jeff, Oamaru’s elephant seal visitor, had a special guest yesterday. English-Australian actress Miriam Margolyes ...
odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/actress-crew-see-big-marine-visitor
Bharti Singh opens up about unhealthy work culture in TV: ‘Have seen girls with drips’
hindustantimes.com/entertainment/tv/bharti-singh-opens-up-about-unhealthy-work-culture-in-tv-101714131048903.html
The city opening NZ's biggest independent supermarket, shaking up the sector and giving Kiwis an option that's not owned by the big guys 💪 👇
Crusaders steamroll Rebels in ominous performance ❤️🖤👇
Columbia president Minouche Shafik faces criticism in all directions: When Minouche Shafik was announced as Columbia University’s president last year ...
cnn.com/2024/04/25/business/minouche-shafik-columbia-president/
After spending $2m on pins for Covid-19 workers, department now cutting costs: A government office that spent millions on lapel pins for pandemic workers is now ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515217/after-spending-2m-on-pins-for-covid-19-workers-department-now-cutting-costs
Yen hits fresh 34-year lows against dollar ahead of BOJ meeting: The yen hit fresh 34-year low versus the dollar and a 16-year low against the euro on Thursday ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/markets-wary-intervention-yen-struggles-155-level-2024-04-25/
Fauci to testify before Congress for the first time since stepping down: Anthony Fauci, former chief medical adviser to President Biden, will testify before the ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4619450-fauci-to-testify-before-congress-for-the-first-time-since-stepping-down/
All power to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s elbow - Matthew Hooton: OPINION Christopher Luxon ’s brutal despatch of Broadcasting Minister Melissa Lee and ...
nzherald.co.nz/business/all-power-to-prime-minister-christopher-luxons-elbow-matthew-hooton/N2VNZQ4J6ZCK3K7LAGV4WIKOJM/
Secret Service agent removed from Kamala Harris' detail after 'distressing' behavior
nbcnews.com/politics/white-house/secret-service-agent-removed-kamala-harris-detail-distressing-behavior-rcna149462
HAPPENING TODAY: Against the backdrop of a divisive 2024 presidential campaign, the U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday will take up the monumental question of ... Show more
Magnitude 4.7 earthquake recorded south of Waverley, Taranaki: A magnitude 4.7 earthquake south of the Taranaki town of Waverley and may have been felt across ...
nzherald.co.nz/nz/magnitude-47-earthquake-recorded-south-of-waverley-taranaki/TVEAWZ73RVC7RNTBGNNZ4VW6YU/
Tête à tête - 'One of the biggest problems in South Africa is corruption', CAF president Motsepe says
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Marty Morrissey gets RTÉ permission for Spanish ‘Marty Party’ – and fans can join him for €1,300
independent.ie/entertainment/marty-morrissey-gets-rte-permission-for-spanish-marty-party-and-fans-can-join-him-for-1300/a929360157.html
Finley: Trump's right. Prosecution isn't fair. It's politics: The Democratic strategy to engage Donald Trump in the courtroom rather than on the campaign trail ...
detroitnews.com/story/opinion/columnists/nolan-finley/2024/04/24/finley-trumps-right-prosecution-isnt-fair-its-politics/73424071007/
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