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6 Black Women Christian Authors You Should Know: These writers are committed to empowering both Christian and secular audiences to reach for total life ...
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What to Know About the New Rules on Airline Refunds and ‘Junk’ Fees: The Transportation Department issued new requirements on refunds when flights are canceled ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/travel/airline-refunds-fees.html
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.
Biden administration finalizes rule to grant overtime for millions more salaried workers
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Quick Glance: Biden Grants Overtime Pay to 4 Million US Workers
- The Biden administration unveiled a rule requiring employers to pay overtime premiums to an estimated 4 million salaried workers earning less than $1,128 per week.
- The salary threshold will be automatically adjusted every three years to reflect changes in average earnings.
- The rule does not affect overtime requirements for hourly workers.
- The new rule is expected to face legal challenges, with many businesses expressing concerns about economic uncertainty and labor shortages.
US government agrees to $138.7M settlement over FBI's botching of Larry Nassar assault allegations
apnews.com/article/larry-nassar-justice-department-settlement-3b760f3d317cbe18209aa02a611a298f
Quick Glance: US Government Agrees to $138.7M Settlement Over FBI's Mishandling of Larry Nassar Assault Allegations
- The U.S. Justice Department announced a $138.7 million settlement with over 100 individuals who accused the FBI of mishandling sexual assault allegations against Larry Nassar in 2015 and 2016.
- A total of $1 billion has now been allocated by various organizations to compensate numerous women who were victims of Nassar's assaults disguised as sports injury treatments.
- FBI Director Christopher Wray expressed regret for the agency's inaction despite being aware of allegations against Nassar for over a year, emphasizing the need for accountability and justice for the survivors.
- The settlements aim to provide critical support for the victims of Nassar's crimes to aid in their healing process, with the Justice Department agreeing to settle 139 claims in response to the agreement.
The Justice Department announced it has reached a $138.7 million settlement deal with victims of the disgraced former USA Gymnastics doctor, Larry Nassar ... Show more abcnews.go.com/Politics/doj-announces-138m-settlement-larry-nassars-victims-claims/story
Trump meets with foreign leaders looking to boost their relationships with GOP leader ahead of election
cnn.com/2024/04/24/politics/trump-meets-with-foreign-leaders/
Trump allies zero in on hush-money prosecutor: With Trump under a gag order, his supporters launch a barrage of attacks.
axios.com/2024/04/24/trump-allies-hush-money-prosecutor
Child among at least five people who have died trying to cross English Channel, French coastguard says www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/uk-politics-68872723
Quick Glance: British Parliament Approves Deportations to Rwanda
- The controversial plan to deport refugees to Rwanda has been approved by the British Parliament.
- Despite resistance in the upper house and multiple votes, the law was passed.
- Prime Minister Sunak is pushing for deportations to deter refugees from dangerous crossings.
- Experts question the effectiveness of the measure, while concerns about costs and legal implications persist.
Blinken Goes to China With Potential Trouble on Horizon: The secretary of state’s visit comes as Democrats and Republicans are vying to appear tougher on China.
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/world/asia/blinken-arrives-in-china.html
Quick Glance: Deep Disagreements Despite Improved US-China Relations
- US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Shanghai to engage with his Chinese counterparts.
- Although US-China ties are on a steadier footing, numerous unresolved issues persist.
- Topics such as trade, military communication, and tensions in Taiwan strain relations.
- The US threatens sanctions against Chinese firms supporting Russia in the Ukraine conflict.
New Nutrition Guidelines Put Less Sugar and Salt on the Menu for School Meals: The Agriculture Department finalized a new rule to bring the meals more in line ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/us/politics/school-meals-nutrition.html
Five days before the end of the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) – a tertiary institutions ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/education/688228-investigation-tetfund-pays-n2-9-billion-to-contractor-for-unexecuted-job.html
As the war in Ukraine enters its third year, Kyiv is desperate to replenish its depleted forces. Far from the trenches, defense officials are embarking on a ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/europe/ukraine-launches-military-charm-offensive-conscription-flags-2024-04-23/
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.
Ukraine pressures military age men abroad by suspending their consular services: Staying abroad “does not relieve a citizen of his or her duties to the homeland ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/europe/ukraine-consulates-mobilization-intl-latam/
Quick Glance: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Halts Consular Services for Conscripted Men Abroad
- Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has confirmed the suspension of consular services for Ukrainian men abroad who are liable for military service.
- Kuleba emphasized that protecting the rights and interests of Ukrainian citizens abroad remains a priority for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but the current focus is on Ukraine's survival.
- He reminded men liable for military service of the obligation to update their data at military enlistment offices before the new mobilization law was enacted.
- Kuleba announced that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will soon provide further guidance on obtaining consular services for men of conscription age at diplomatic missions abroad.
Biden administration cracks down on junk fees in air travel: The Biden administration finalized rules on Wednesday requiring airlines to automatically refund ...
thehill.com/business/4616651-biden-administration-cracks-down-on-junk-fees-in-air-travel/
Photos shine a light on Taiwan’s ‘betel nut beauties’: Constanze Han documented the lives of “betel nut beauties,” young women selling the addictive stimulant ...
cnn.com/style/taiwan-betel-nut-beauties-constanze-han/
A recent US State Department report found violation of human rights in India's northeastern Manipur state as well as attacks on minorities, journalists ... Show more
NATO target for defence spending should rise due to 'more dangerous world', Grant Shapps says
news.sky.com/story/nato-target-for-defence-spending-should-rise-due-to-more-dangerous-world-grant-shapps-says-13121877
Mystery as 100 dead birds found in Wānaka: Mystery surrounds the discovery of around 100 dead birds, including 85 paradise ducks, on the shore of Lake Wānaka ...
odt.co.nz/regions/wanaka/mystery-100-dead-birds-found-w%C481naka
Trump called this visa 'very bad.' Truth Social applied for one: The social media company founded by former President Donald Trump applied for a business visa ...
apnews.com/article/trump-truth-social-business-visa-h1b-51c5a41faff696709a2d2cc6ec4e2695
Airlines must give automatic refunds for all canceled flights and those delayed over 3 hours: DOT
abcnews.go.com/Politics/airlines-give-automatic-refunds-canceled-flights-delayed-3/story
Biden moves to shield patients’ abortion records from GOP threats: Health officials said the rules would protect the privacy of women seeking abortions from GOP ...
washingtonpost.com/health/2024/04/22/abortion-medical-records-patients-biden-hipaa/
At a press briefing, journalist Niall Stanage asked US State Department deputy spokesperson, Vedant Patel, if the US believes the Israeli government is a ... Show more
Pentagon set to send initial $1 billion in military aid to Ukraine once bill clears Senate and Biden
apnews.com/article/ukraine-russia-pentagon-weapons-congress-54045b0755b1711d0e22beaedf137cab
Quick Glance: Biden signs $95B aid package for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan. Calls for TikTok ban or sale
- President Joe Biden signed a $95 billion war aid measure providing assistance for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a provision targeting TikTok.
- Despite significant damage to Ukraine aid efforts, immediate military assistance of $1 billion was approved to bolster Ukrainian forces.
- The aid package includes air defense capabilities, artillery rounds, armored vehicles, and more to support Ukraine amid ongoing challenges.
- In addition to Ukraine support, the bill allocates $1 billion in humanitarian relief for Palestinians in Gaza and urges Israel to facilitate aid delivery.
Blinken says genocide in Xinjiang is ongoing in report ahead of China visit: Beijing is continuing to commit genocide and crimes against humanity against Uyghurs ...
reuters.com/world/blinken-says-genocide-xinjiang-is-ongoing-report-ahead-china-visit-2024-04-22/
Why is Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi visiting Pakistan?: Raisi is set to hold talks with top Pakistani leaders as the two nations aim to boost trade and resolve ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/22/why-is-irans-president-ebrahim-raisi-visiting-pakistan
USDA updates rules for school meals that limit added sugars for the first time: U.S. agriculture officials announced new nutrition standards for school meals ...
abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/usda-updates-rules-school-meals-limit-added-sugars-109573730
Gucci-Owner Kering Facing Tough Turnaround Challenge: Some investors and analysts are questioning whether CEO François-Henri Pinault is the right man to overhaul ...
bloomberg.com/news/features/2024-04-22/gucci-owner-kering-facing-tough-turnaround-challenge
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Blinken expected to deliver strong warning on Russia support as he arrives in China for key meetings
cnn.com/2024/04/24/politics/blinken-second-china-visit-expectations/
'THREE STRIKES AND YOU'RE OUT': Larry Kudlow blasts Biden for ignoring the biggest issues facing America this week. www.foxbusiness.com/media/larry-kudlow-three-strikes-youre-out-joe
Covid-19 update: 2383 new cases, 21 further deaths: There have been 2383 new cases of Covid-19 reported in the past week, and 21 further deaths attributed to the ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515003/covid-19-update-2383-new-cases-21-further-deaths
Beijing on Monday called reports about 23 Chinese swimmers testing positive for a banned substance ahead of the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 “fake news” ... Show more hongkongfp.com/2024/04/22/beijing-calls-reports-on-23-chinese-swimmers-failed-doping-test-fake-news/
New British nuclear submarine named HMS Agamemnon: Agamemnon - named after the ancient Greek king - is the sixth of seven Astute submarines being built by BAE ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/new-british-nuclear-submarine-named-hms-agamemnon/
In numbers: 200 days of Israel’s war on Gaza: More than 34,000 Palestinians killed and vast swathes of the enclave are in ruins as Israel continues its assault.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/23/by-the-numbers-200-days-of-israels-war-on-gaza
Supreme Court to weigh whether Trump should have presidential immunity: Donald Trump is asking the Supreme Court to recognize that he had total legal immunity as ...
businessinsider.com/supreme-court-trump-presidential-immunity-jan-6-criminal-case-2024-4
Quick Glance: Supreme Court to Decide on Donald Trump's Prosecution Immunity
- Donald Trump argues before the Supreme Court that as a former President, he is largely immune from prosecution. The decision will impact the speed at which Trump faces trial in Washington, D.C.
- At the heart of the matter is whether a former President enjoys immunity from criminal prosecution. Trump's team contends his actions were official acts shielded from prosecution, while prosecutors argue against immunity.
- Legal experts anticipate Trump's likely defeat at the Supreme Court. The outcome could also affect his other ongoing trials.
- With a 6-3 conservative majority, the Court has various options, including affirming Trump's immunity claim, setting a precedent, or remanding the case for further review by the D.C. judge.
Governor Natembeya threatens to hire doctors from Uganda to replace striking medics
nation.africa/kenya/counties/trans-nzoia/governor-natembeya-threatens-to-hire-doctors-from-uganda-to-replace-striking-medics-4601708
US tourists face 12 years in prison for accidentally bringing ammo to Caribbean island
nbcboston.com/investigations/consumer/turks-caicos-ammunition-arrests/3347412/
White House moves to protect patient abortion records: The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a final rule Monday blocking the disclosure of ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4611566-white-house-moves-to-protect-patient-abortion-records/
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
4 Iranians charged in scheme to hack US agencies and defense contractors: US prosecutors on Tuesday announced charges against four Iranian men for a sprawling ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/politics/iranians-charged-hacking-scheme/
Louisiana education chief tells schools to ignore new Title IX rules for transgender students
thehill.com/homenews/lgbtq/4613178-louisiana-education-chief-tells-schools-to-ignore-new-title-ix-rules-for-transgender-students/
The US State Department warned that anyone considering business deals with Iran should be aware of the potential risks of US sanctions ... Show more www.dawn.com/news/1829283 #DawnToday #Pakistan #Iran #USA
Germany arrests aide to far-right MEP on suspicion of spying for China: German authorities have arrested an aide to a high-ranking, far-right member of the ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/europe/germany-china-spying-arrest-eu-parliament-intl/
Quick Glance: German Far-Right MEP's Aide Arrested for Alleged Chinese Espionage
- The individual named Jian G. stands accused of sharing information about negotiations at the European Parliament with a Chinese intelligence service and spying on Chinese opposition figures in Germany, according to federal prosecutors.
- Jian Guo is listed as an accredited assistant to MEP Maximilian Krah, the far-right AfD party's lead candidate for the upcoming EU-wide elections on the European Parliament's website.
- The suspect was apprehended in Dresden on Monday and authorities conducted searches at his residences.
- Expressing concern, the AfD addressed the allegations.
Bird flu virus fragments detected in retail milk in US: It’s still unclear whether the detected virus was active. The FDA plans to release additional test ...
politico.com/news/2024/04/23/bird-flu-virus-fragments-detected-retail-milk-00153991
Blinken says no ‘double standard’ for Israel ahead of expected sanctions on military unit
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"We've entered a period in history in which competition between countries has sharpened profoundly"
PM Rishi Sunak and the Secretary General of NATO ... Show more news.sky.com/story/politics-latest-uk-politics-sunak-starmer-general-election-vote-labour-tories-sky-news-politics-hub-12593360
Quick Glance: Sunak and Scholz Face Tension in Berlin Meeting
- Sunak announces £500 million aid for Ukraine and plans to increase defence spending by 2030.
- Germany criticizes UK's delay in defense spending for European security.
- Scholz will address Sunak on British defense commitments.
- Berlin expresses discontent over Sunak's defense spending delay and doubts Germany's rapid defense capability.
Scientists say USDA is sharing too little data too slowly on H5N1 flu: When the US Department of Agriculture announced late Sunday that it had publicly posted ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/health/h5n1-usda-gisaid-genetic-sequences/
Australian Journalist Says She Was Pushed Out of India: Avani Dias said that she had been denied a visa renewal for weeks because of her reporting on the Sikh ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/world/asia/india-australia-journalist-avani-dias.html
🔴 Qatari PM Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani continues to work on de-escalating regional tensions and bringing an end to Israel’s ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/23/israels-war-on-gaza-live-palestinians-urge-donors-to-resume-unrwa-funding
Philippines: Top 5 tourists, by country of origin: Visitor arrivals jump 21.27% in Q1 2024, as tourism agency ramps up campaign
gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-top-5-tourists-by-country-of-origin-1.1713865940523
Woman becomes 1st patient to undergo combined heart pump implant and pig kidney transplant
abcnews.go.com/Health/woman-1st-patient-undergo-combined-heart-pump-implant-pig-kidney-transplant/story
Singapore core inflation eases more than expected to 3.1% in March: Both core and overall inflation dipped from the previous month and came in well below analyst ...
straitstimes.com/business/singapore-core-inflation-eases-more-than-expected-to-31-in-march
Talks for a plastic pollution treaty are stalling. Could the U.S. be doing more?: Critics say the U.S. has been unwilling to push for measures in a global ...
npr.org/2024/04/23/1246293403/plastic-pollution-un-treaty-negotiations-waste-fossil-fuels-climate-change
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday was asked whether he thought the US has a double standard when it "comes to applying the law with ... Show more www.dawn.com/live/gaza-invasion #DawnToday
U.S. looking into Israel’s alleged human rights abuses: Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke on April 22 about allegations that Israel committed human rights ...
washingtonpost.com/video/world/us-looking-into-israels-alleged-human-rights-abuses/2024/04/22/c3097f59-4b20-4ea2-a2d1-31a4a8adacb9_video.html
Singapore army officer honours late father by engraving name on prestigious British sword award
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/saf-officer-won-sword-engraved-late-father-name-mindef-4284966
New federal grants aimed to support elections. Many voting officials didn't see a dime
npr.org/2024/04/23/1246372144/election-funding-dhs-grants
University of California, Berkeley’s leaders are under tremendous pressure from state Democrats as turmoil stemming from the war in Gaza shows no sign of ... Show more www.politico.com/news/2024/04/21/uc-berkeley-antisemitism-00153463
Hamas hits out at 'false' accusations by US that it 'moved goalposts' on ceasefire
middleeasteye.net/news/war-gaza-hamas-hits-out-false-accusations-us-it-moved-goalposts-ceasefire
Labor Department cracking down on retirement savings advice: The Labor Department will crack down on retirement savings advice to safeguard workers’ interests ...
thehill.com/business/4615865-labor-department-cracking-down-on-retirement-savings-advice/
Former Singapore diplomat appointed English Premier League club Burnley’s chief of staff
straitstimes.com/sport/former-singapore-diplomat-appointed-english-premier-league-club-burnley-s-chief-of-staff
Israel-Gaza live updates: Israeli intelligence chief resigns over Oct. 7: Six months after Hamas terrorists invaded Israel on Oct. 7, the Israeli military ...
abcnews.go.com/International/live-updates/israel-hamas-gaza-war-iran-latest/israeli-intelligence-chief-resigns-over-oct-7-109486960
Can Trump Still Run for President if He Is Convicted?: The Constitution and American law have clear answers for only some of the questions that would arise if a ...
nytimes.com/article/trump-investigation-conviction.html
5 things to know for April 23: Trump trial, Gaza, Ukraine, Health care privacy, Dubai floods
cnn.com/2024/04/23/us/5-things-to-know-for-april-23-trump-trial-gaza-ukraine-health-care-privacy-dubai-floods/
A luxury handbag designer has been jailed after pleading guilty to smuggling purses made of the skins of protected reptiles, according to the U.S ... Show more abcnews.go.com/US/luxury-handbag-designer-jailed-wildlife-smuggling-making-merchandise/story
U.S. cites a litany of rights violations in Israel, Gaza and West Bank: The Gaza war has worsened the human rights situation in Israel, a new State Department ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/22/us-israel-gaza-human-rights/
The final end of combustion engines is probably far from being sealed: The market for electric cars is collapsing, Tesla is cutting thousands of jobs ...
nordkurier.de/politik-wirtschaft/endgueltiges-verbrenner-aus-wohl-noch-lange-nicht-besiegelt-2466436
Murkomen: My Ministry can't probe Ogolla's death : Murkomen said his office is only involved in investigating crashes involving civilian aircraft.
nation.africa/kenya/news/murkomen-my-ministry-cant-probe-ogolla-death-4599976
S’pore launches final Invincible-class submarine in Germany: The 70m-long Inimitable is the last of four that the Navy ordered from ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems.
straitstimes.com/singapore/s-pore-launches-final-invincible-class-submarine-in-germany
Job cuts: Proposal for 79 roles to go at airports, ports: Workers from teams such as boarder operations, intelligence and compliance service delivery are on the ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514913/job-cuts-proposal-for-79-roles-to-go-at-airports-ports
Germany Arrests Three Suspected of Spying for Chinese State: German authorities arrested two men and a woman suspected of working for China’s ministry of state ...
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Egypt reclaims 3,400-year-old stolen statue of King Ramses II: Egypt welcomed home a 3,400-year-old statue depicting the head of King Ramses II after it was ...
reuters.com/world/africa/egypt-reclaims-3400-year-old-stolen-statue-king-ramses-ii-2024-04-21/
Iran says nuclear weapons have no place in its nuclear doctrine: Nuclear weapons have no place in Iran's nuclear doctrine, the country's foreign ministry said on ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-says-nuclear-weapons-have-no-place-its-nuclear-doctrine-2024-04-22/
Germany promises to send Patriot air defence system to Ukraine as soon as possible
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/22/7452370/
Netanyahu Resists U.S. Plan to Cut Off Aid to Israeli Military Unit: After months of inaction, Secretary of State Antony Blinken is poised to bar U.S ...
propublica.org/article/netanyahu-resists-blinken-plan-sanction-against-israeli-military-unit
Delaware State University remains closed after 18-year-old fatally shot on campus, authorities say
cnn.com/2024/04/21/us/delaware-state-university-fatal-shooting/
US House passes $95bn in aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. What next?: The bill, which was stalled for a long time following deep splits in Republican camps ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/21/us-house-passes-almost-100-billion-in-aid-for-ukraine-israel-what
Atwoli convenes crisis meeting over Labour day amid PSRA wrangles: Atwoli has been battling a proposed Labour Relations (Amendment) Bill, 2024 that seeks to set ...
nation.africa/kenya/news/atwoli-convenes-crisis-meeting-over-labour-day-amid-psra-wrangles-4599726
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