Expert in Foster Care Cases Admits Her Method Is Unscientific:

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States find a downside to mandatory reporting laws meant to protect children: Colorado is looking at ways to weed out false reporting of child abuse and neglect ...

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We won’t stop violence against women with ‘conversations about respect’. This is not working. We need to get real

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Parents fed their 7 kids dog food, locked them in a shed as punishment, Ohio cops say

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Save the Children Says Its Guatemala Offices Were Searched Over Abuse Claims: Prosecutors in Guatemala, which has a history of targeting nonprofit groups ...

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Upper House Begins Deliberations on Joint Custody; Looking to Clarify Family Court Role, Decision-making Process

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Boys accuse Jamaican school for troubled teens of rampant abuse, starvation: Former students of Atlantis Leadership Academy in Jamaica, along with parents and ...

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Alabama Mom Ashley Elizabeth Jones Allegedly Tried to Drown 10-Year-Old Son: He climbed into the bathtub because she threw bleach on him, and then she held his ...

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Women's shelters: There is a lack of will to protect: There is a lack of 13,000 places in women's shelters. This is a failure of politics.

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Mandated home visits for registered private nannies to increase: Ministry - Focus Taiwan

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Smartwatch taken into primary school care: father on the Heuberg freaks out: “Fuck you!”, “You son of a bitch!”: Even in elementary school, education gets out of ...

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Ukraine uses long-range missiles secretly provided by US to hit Russian-held areas, officials say

apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-long-range-missiles-4d2254639eb5a503d8b0a291ed0680e9

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.

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Joe Biden signs the bill that could ban TikTok in the United States: The bill that will force a sale or ban of TikTok in the United States is now law.

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Naomi Klein: Jews Must Raise Their Voices for Palestine, Oppose the “False Idol of Zionism”

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Richmond Times-Dispatch

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Shake Shack opening in Midlothian: A Shake Shack is headed for Midlothian at 1371 Huguenot Road, near Chesterfield Towne Center.

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Apr 23

FTC votes to ban noncompete agreements: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted 3-2 Tuesday to ban noncompete agreements that prevent tens of millions of ...

thehill.com/business/4615452-ftc-votes-to-ban-non-compete-agreements/

Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.

The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.

Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.

Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.

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Apr 23

The United States is preparing a $1 billion military aid package for Ukraine, the first to be sourced from the yet to be signed Ukraine-Israel bill ...

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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.

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Trump gag order hearing kicks off hush money trial: Live updates: Former President Trump’s hush money trial on Tuesday will begin with a New York judge hearing ...

thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4614711-trump-hush-money-trial-live-updates/

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.

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10 senators helped advance Ukraine aid after voting against it: Nine Republicans and one Democrat in the Senate voted Tuesday to advance a package that includes ...

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Apr 23

Man who stormed Capitol with Confederate flag, pepper sprayed officers sentenced to prison

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Charles move left ‘furious’ Harry ‘in tears’: Prince Harry was left “furious” and “in tears” after his father decided to evict his family from Frogmore Cottage ...

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Quick Glance: Meghan Markle's Podcast Delayed until 2025 - Issues with Schedule

Meghan Markle's podcast with Lemonada Media has been delayed until next year, as reported by sources.

The company is struggling to launch the podcast to avoid overshadowing by the Duchess's new Netflix project.

The couple signed a lucrative $100 million Netflix deal and have two new series in early production stages.

Markle is currently focusing on her new brand and Netflix series centered around cooking and polo.

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Sticker shock: Home prices doubled in under 7 years in these major U.S. cities: Stunned by skyrocketing home prices? You’re not alone.

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Ilhan Omar’s daughter says she’s been ‘basically evicted’ after suspension: The daughter of Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) says she was “basically evicted” after she ...

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Apr 22

Japan’s Kishida Struggles in Polls Ahead of Special Elections: A high-profile trip to meet Joe Biden in Washington failed to provide a substantial poll boost for ...

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Apr 22

Israeli PM Netanyahu says he will fight any sanctions on army battalions: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday he would fight against ...

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Quick Glance: Netanyahu Vows to Fight Sanctions on Army Battalions

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on April 21 that he would oppose sanctions being imposed on any Israeli military units for alleged rights violations, following reports of Washington planning such a move.

The United States announced on April 19 a new series of sanctions related to Israeli settlers in the West Bank, signaling growing frustration with Netanyahu's policies, who relies on settler parties for his coalition government.

War Cabinet Minister Benny Gantz, a former Chief of Armed Forces and centrist, mentioned in a statement on April 21 that he had spoken with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging him to reconsider the issue.

Blinken mentioned on April 19 that he had made 'determinations' regarding accusations of Israel violating a set of US laws prohibiting military assistance to individuals or security force units committing gross human rights violations.

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After Iran's major attack: Friendly states are said to have prevented Israel from taking more massive retaliation

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Apr 21

Highest cannabis use found among lower-income, less-educated in new survey: The highest regular cannabis use was found among lower-income, less-educated U.S ...

thehill.com/homenews/4602611-highest-cannabis-use-found-among-lower-income-less-educated-survey/

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Apr 21

D.C. parents hire empty nest coaches for when kids leave home: The coaches help navigate feelings of loss or stagnation, as well as a sense of losing one's ...

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Apr 20

Following US Palestine veto at UN, Abbas to rethink bilateral ties ｜ DPA: The Palestinian leadership in the West Bank wants to reconsider its bilateral relations ...

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Former Jan. 6 panel chair seeks to strip Secret Service protection from felons: The former chair of the now-disbanded Jan. 6 committee introduced a bill Friday ...

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Jeffrey Donaldson in court charged with rape and child abuse: The former DUP leader, whose wife Eleanor has also been charged, is accused of offences relating to ...

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NYPD Update on self-immolation outside Trump trial: Watch live: Recorded earlier The New York Police Department will provide updates to the public after a person ...

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Quick Glance: Hush Money Trial: Trump's Silent Encounter with Insults

Donald Trump has been forced to listen to potential jurors in his criminal hush money trial in New York openly criticize him.

Transitioning from a life of adulation to facing critics, Trump now experiences a different reality without the control he's accustomed to.

Previously shielded from critique, Trump now faces a trial with potential felony convictions and will have to endure listening to more criticism.

Potential jurors exhibited a range of opinions towards Trump, from admiration for his business acumen to open criticism of his persona and rhetoric.

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Macomb Co. prosecutor issues first charges under new safe storage law after boy, 8, shoots himself in head

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Central Pa. man dies by suicide as jury mulls verdict in his child abuse trial: The 33-year-old man was on trial for two felonies relating to the abuse of his ...

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UN Security Council: USA blocks full UN membership for Palestine: The application for full membership of the United Nations for Palestine was submitted 13 years ...

de.euronews.com/2024/04/19/un-sicherheitsrat-usa-palaestina

Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership

In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.

The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.

The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.

Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.

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A father from the Pfaffenhofen district is on trial for child abuse: Because he beat his three underage sons with fists A father of a family in Pfaffenhofen is ...

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Doing right by abused kids: SEREMBAN: The public should report child abuse or neglect directly to the authorities instead of uploading such incidents on social ...

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Orlando Sentinel

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State seeks death for Osceola mother charged with killing 1 child, trying to kill husband and 2nd child

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Child abuse trial before the regional court: court date cancelled

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New Taipei babysitter indicted for abusing infant - Focus Taiwan: A licensed babysitter in New Taipei was indicted by prosecutors Tuesday for abusing a ...

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Report urges fixes to online child exploitation CyberTipline before AI makes it worse

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Ex-childcare centre educator charged after allegedly tripping 20-month-old girl; banned from preschool sector

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Thousands rally in Paris against Islamophobia amid Gaza war tensions: A crowd of around 2,000 people protested in Paris against racism, Islamophobia and violence ...

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Mother: Amarah was a beacon of life and love: TRICIA VILLAROEL, the mother of little Amarah Lallitte, yesterday remembered her as a radiantly happy and loving ...

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Apr 21

Evil Texas stepmother sobs uncontrollably during sentencing for starving death of 4-year-old boy

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crime - crime scene family - Significantly more violence against children in the southwest

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Apr 19

Former Poudre school paraprofessional sentenced to more than 12 years for assaulting disabled students

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Bearing witness to sexual violence against girls - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday: APRIL IS National Child Abuse Prevention Month in Trinidad and Tobago ...

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NSPCC Cymru earns praise for dedication to Welsh language: A charity supporting children and young people in Wales has been praised by the Welsh Language ...

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South Dakota governor, a potential Trump running mate, writes in new book about killing her dog

Quick Glance: South Dakota Governor Writes About Killing Dog in New Book

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, a potential running mate for Donald Trump, discusses in a new book the killing of her dog Cricket and an unpleasant goat.

In her book, Noem recounts how Cricket attacked and killed other animals during a hunting trip, leading to significant backlash.

In addition to the controversial dog story, Noem also details shooting an aggressive goat, sparking further outrage on social media platforms.

The governor defended her actions, urging readers to pre-order her book for more candid stories, despite mixed reactions and criticism.

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US announces new Patriot missiles for Ukraine as part of new $6 billion aid package

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Quick Glance: Billion-Dollar Package for Long-Term Ukraine Weapon Contracts

The United States announced a $6 billion weapons package for Ukraine on Friday, its largest military aid package to date for Kyiv’s forces.

The weapons and equipment will include critical interceptors for Ukraine’s Patriot and NASAM air defense systems, significant amounts of artillery ammunition, air-to-ground munitions, counterdrone weapons, and maintenance and sustainment support.

In addition to previous aid packages, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is seeking additional Patriot batteries to create a shield around Ukrainian cities and defend against further Russian missile attacks.

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Musk and Australia argue over video of knife attack on X: In Sydney, a priest was attacked with a knife during a mass that was broadcast live on the internet ...

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Quick Glance: Dispute Over Video of Knife Attack on X

The owner of X, Elon Musk, refuses to delete the video of a knife attack in Sydney from his platform, leading to a dispute with the Australian authorities.

Australian authorities demand the global removal of the video, while X is only willing to block access in Australia.

Elon Musk defends freedom of speech and criticizes the authorities for limiting free expression.

Authorities file a lawsuit to force the removal of the video, while Musk is criticized for publishing violent content on his platform.

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Charges revealed against a former Trump aide and 4 lawyers in Arizona fake electors case

apnews.com/article/arizona-fake-electors-charges-2020-election-indictment-747677165e1f1d34ac47e8a6fec2bace

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.

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Pro-Palestinian protests expand where are the hot spots?: Students are now protesting against the war in Gaza at dozens of universities and occupying campuses ...

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Quick Glance: Pro-Palestinian Protests: An Overview

Pro-Palestinian protests spread across US universities, with some demands being antisemitic.

Originating at Columbia University, the movement expanded nationwide.

Students call for ending ties with Israel, university administrations react diversely.

Protests mostly peaceful, potential continuation post-semester.

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Elections in the USA: What a Trump 2.0 government would mean: The Republican's first term in office was chaotic, but ultimately without much damage ...

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US: If China won't act, we will - Blinken: Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the US will act if China does not stop sending parts to Russia.

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Quick Glance: Xi and Blinken Clash Over China's Backing to Russia

Xi orders China’s biggest military reorganisation since 2015.

He emphasizes that China is not afraid of competition as long as it is based on common progress.

China is willing to cooperate with the US, provided it is mutual.

A five-point consensus was reached to stabilize relations between the two countries.

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War against Ukraine: USA announces new military package for Kiev: After the approval of new aid by the US Congress, Washington wants to deliver more weapons to ...

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'I'm happy to debate him': US President Joe Biden said that he would participate in a debate with Donald Trump, his Republican opponent in November's election

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Quick Glance: Fact Check: Biden Repeats Claim of Arrest for Defending Civil Rights. Still No Evidence

President Joe Biden reiterated his story of allegedly trying to defend the civil rights of Black Americans on 'The Howard Stern Show.' However, there is no evidence to support his claim of ever being arrested at a civil rights protest, as noted by 'The Washington Post' and 'PolitiFact.'

Biden has told the story of his supposed presence at a specific protest in Delaware at least twice without mentioning an arrest. He stated that the police simply took him home on that day.

It is impossible to prove definitively whether Biden was present at this or a similar protest over 60 years ago. He has also made other false claims about his personal life in the past.

Biden falsely claimed to have 'driven an 18-wheeler' and that he never earned $400,000 in a year. During his 2020 presidential campaign, he claimed to have been 'arrested' as a US senator while trying to visit South African anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela in prison, which turned out to be untrue.

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About 1 in 4 U.S. adults over 50 say they expect to never retire, an AARP study finds

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Opinion | This Whole King Trump Thing Is Getting Awfully Literal: The former president’s claim that he has absolute immunity for criminal acts taken in office as ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/26/opinion/trump-immunity-supreme-court.html

Quick Glance: Trump's Disregard for Democratic Principles

Donald Trump's claim of absolute immunity for criminal acts as president is an assault on common sense and a perversion of the fundamental principle of American democracy.

The Supreme Court's decision to take the case may delay the former president's trial and deprive the public of the right to know if he attempted to undermine the sacred process of presidential succession.

The Supreme Court's direct intervention in the 2024 presidential election deprives voters of critical information and could lead to a constitutional crisis if Trump is re-elected and convicted.

The notion that the president is above the law and can pardon himself is a radical contempt for republican government, revealing Trump's vision of unchecked royal power.

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Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker testified at Donald Trump's criminal trial that he suppressed a story about an alleged affair to help Trump's ...

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Quick Glance: Trump Trials Insights: The Payment to Playboy

During the seventh day of Donald Trump's criminal trial in Manhattan, the defendant's relationship with the National Enquirer was explored further.

Pecker was granted protection from state prosecutors in 2019.

Pecker was aware that the payment to the Playboy model violated election laws.

Trump and Pecker's relationship extends prior to the election.

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Some student loan borrowers may need to apply for forgiveness by April 30: Eligible borrowers who consolidate loans on time may see thousand of dollars of ...

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Large tornado seen touching down in Nebraska: Severe and powerful storms have moved across several US states, leaving many experiencing power shortages.

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Quick Glance: Large Tornado Spotted in Nebraska

Multiple storms are moving across Iowa and Nebraska. A resident in Lincoln spotted a tornado forming in the distance. Thousands are experiencing power shortages according to local media.

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Trump insiders on the stand at the hush-money trial: The BBC's Nada Tawfik on what the court heard from close Donald Trump allies, including his former ...

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New York to require internet providers to charge low-income residents $15 for broadband

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US postpones decision on aid to Israeli army battalion accused of abuses against Palestinians

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President Joe Biden says he's 'happy to debate' Donald Trump. Trump says he's ready to go

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Schumer Says Bill to Aid Ukraine and Israel Shows Congress Isn’t Broken: The majority leader says the measure to help Ukraine and other recent bipartisan efforts ...

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Tesla Autopilot Was Uniquely Risky—and May Still Be: In an investigative report into crashes and deaths associated with Tesla Autopilot ...

Quick Glance: Investigation of Tesla's Autopilot Recall Effectiveness

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating Tesla's Autopilot recall after 20 more crashes occurred post-recall.

The recall involved over 2 million vehicles and utilized an online software update to enhance driver warnings.

Concerns were raised regarding the recall's efficacy as crashes persisted after the fix.

The investigation aims to determine why post-recall issues were not addressed and whether they pose a safety risk.

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Trump laments missing Melania’s birthday for hush money trial: ‘It would be nice to be with her’

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Hush money trial in New York: Trump's former assistant created address book entry for "Stormy"

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TikTok ban could escalate US-China trade war, ex-White House CIO tells The Reg: Doing business in Beijing? 'You need to do a what-if scenario'

theregister.com/2024/04/26/tiktok_ban_payton/

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.

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US Air Force awards $13 bln Doomsday plane contract to Sierra Nevada: The U.S. Air Force said on Friday that it has awarded a $13 billion contract to Sierra ...

reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/us-air-force-awards-doomsday-plane-contract-sierra-nevada-2024-04-26/

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US election 2024: Who are the mega-rich donors backing Trump?: A handful of mega-rich donors have emerged as key backers of Republican presidential candidate ...

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Quick Glance: US Election 2024: Mega-Rich Donors Backing Trump

Several ultra-wealthy donors have emerged as key figures supporting Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, collectively donating over $50 million for his candidacy against Democratic incumbent Joe Biden.

Timothy Mellon, Isaac and Laura Perlmutter, Linda McMahon, Robert Bigelow, and Patricia Duggan are some of the top donors backing Trump, based on an analysis of campaign finance disclosures to the Federal Election Commission.

Mellon, an heir of the Mellon banking family, also supports independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Perlmutter, former chairman of Marvel Entertainment, has contributed to Trump's campaigns. McMahon, former wrestling entrepreneur, also donates to Trump. Bigelow, a hotel tycoon, has donated significant funds to Trump. Duggan, a donor to the Church of Scientology, is also financially supporting Trump.

The donations from these individuals amount to millions of dollars, highlighting how mega-rich donors play a crucial role in financing Trump's candidacy and how their support impacts his campaign.