Domestic abuse survivors ‘spending hundreds of days in temporary housing’

Apr 26

‘I want to make up for mistakes’: The Russian POWs fighting for Ukraine: Ex-Russian troops have been recruited to fight for anti-Kremlin militias that say they ...

aljazeera.com/features/2024/4/23/i-want-to-make-up-for-mistakes-the-russian-pows-fighting-for-ukraine

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The hangman at home | Psyche Films: Voyeuristic vignettes capture private moments behind closed doors, in this animated adaptation of a century-old poem

psyche.co/films/the-unseen-lives-of-others-take-centre-stage-in-this-surreal-poetry-adaptation

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Apr 25

Poland and Lithuania to help Ukraine repatriate men of fighting age: Kyiv needs hundreds of thousands of more soldiers to fight Russia

ft.com/content/dd1d3074-61af-4edb-9ed4-a3530158623e

Quick Glance: Poland and Lithuania Support Ukraine in Repatriating Men Fit for Battle

Kyiv requires hundreds of thousands more soldiers to combat Russia

Poland and Lithuania pledge to aid Ukraine in repatriating its men of fighting age

An estimated 200,000 Ukrainian men in Poland have fled the conflict

Ukraine suspended consular services for military-aged men abroad to facilitate their return

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Apr 25

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.

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Haiti: New interim government sworn in: The desperately poor Caribbean state of Haiti has a new interim government. But when will the international police force ...

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Apr 25

Court overturns 2020 rape conviction against Harvey Weinstein: The sexual assault allegations against Harvey Weinstein must be partially retried ...

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Apr 25

Ukraine is putting pressure on fighting-age men outside the country: Ukraine is scrambling to get much-needed new supplies of weapons and ammunition from a huge ...

abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/ukraine-putting-pressure-fighting-age-men-country-replenish-109617629

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The hostility Syrian refugees contend with in Lebanon: Facing hate speech and violence, who – and where – you are can make all the difference for Syrian refugees ...

aljazeera.com/features/longform/2024/4/26/the-hostility-syrian-refugees-content-with-in-lebanon

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Apr 26

Jeannie Mai alleges abuse, child neglect by Jeezy in new divorce case filing: In a new filing in their ongoing divorce case, Jeannie Mai accused Jeezy of being ...

usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2024/04/25/jeannie-mai-alleges-jeezy-abuse-child-neglect/73458250007/

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Apr 25

Smacking a child is just an act of violence. Why do England and Northern Ireland still allow it?

theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/25/smacking-child-england-northern-ireland-adults-violence

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Apr 25

Another ex-State Department official alleges Israeli military gets 'special treatment' on abuses

apnews.com/article/us-israel-military-aid-international-law-1e9b612631a7c20438053189c3b62187

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Apr 24

About 1 in 4 US adults 50 and older who aren't yet retired expect to never retire, AARP study finds

apnews.com/article/aarp-older-adults-retirement-savings-prices-c4f1353d97e8c0a9973c9c67a8eab800

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Apr 24

ArcaneDoor hackers exploit Cisco zero-days to breach govt networks: Cisco warned today that a state-backed hacking group has been exploiting two zero-day ...

bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/arcanedoor-hackers-exploit-cisco-zero-days-to-breach-govt-networks/

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Apr 24

Israel fumes as UN secretary-general leaves Hamas off sexual violence blacklist: Foreign Ministry denounces UN chief as 'standing shoulder to shoulder with ...

timesofisrael.com/israel-fumes-as-un-secretay-general-leaves-hamas-off-sexual-violence-blacklist/

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Apr 24

Israeli strikes hit southern Lebanon as cross-border fire escalates: The Israeli military said artillery and fighter jet strikes had hit around 40 targets in ...

reuters.com/world/middle-east/israel-lebanons-hezbollah-trade-heavy-fire-sources-lebanon-say-2024-04-24/

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Apr 23

Ukraine war: Kyiv limits consular help for men of fighting age abroad: The rights of Ukrainians remain key, says Kyiv, but the priority is to protect the ...

bbc.com/news/world-europe-68880085

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.

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Apr 23

South Korean Youth Activists Take Government to Court over Climate Crisis: In South Korea, a court heard from youth climate activists and their families ...

democracynow.org/2024/4/23/headlines/south_korean_youth_activists_take_government_to_court_over_climate_crisis

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Apr 24

All men challenged over simple question: It’s the topic most men have “never” discussed with their mates – and one that, in the past fortnight ...

news.com.au/lifestyle/real-life/news-life/needs-to-be-talked-about-important-video-all-men-need-to-see/news-story/335f7c3ea96ed15c003995f6afe4820f

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Apr 23

Violence breaks out at St George's Day event in central London: The Metropolitan Police released footage showing a group of men - some draped in St George's ...

news.sky.com/story/violence-breaks-out-at-st-georges-day-event-in-central-london-13121301

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Apr 22

Rwanda bill latest: Sunak says first Rwanda asylum flights will take off in '10-12 weeks' - BBC News

bbc.co.uk/news/live/uk-politics-68872723

Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda

The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.

However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.

Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.

The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.

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Apr 23

Russia Threatens More Strikes on Ukraine Over US Aid: Russia threatened to step up strikes on Ukraine in response to the US vote to provide new military aid to ...

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/russia-threatens-to-intensify-strikes-on-ukraine-over-us-aid

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Apr 22

West Bank Pogrom 'Underscores Urgent Need to Dismantle Apartheid': Amnesty: "The appalling spike in settler violence against Palestinians in recent days is ...

commondreams.org/news/israeli-settler-attacks-west-bank

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Apr 22

Supreme Court will take up the legal fight over ghost guns, firearms without serial numbers

apnews.com/article/supreme-court-ghost-guns-regulation-1a29729cf1bee46590d82ac46ab7b8f4

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Apr 23

MPs summon minister Babalanda over caliber of newly appointed assistant RDCs: “What roles are the Assistant RDCs going to play that the RDCs and Deputy RDCs are ...

monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/mps-summon-minister-babalanda-over-caliber-of-newly-appointed-assistant-rdcs-4600606

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Apr 22

Vice President Harris announces final rules mandating minimum standards for nursing home staffing

apnews.com/article/nursing-homes-minimum-staffing-rules-harris-wisconsin-6dbc7bee56d321ddf012fcadf30dfe15

Quick Glance: Biden's Landmark Staffing Mandate for Nursing Homes

The Biden administration has implemented first-ever staffing requirements for nursing homes to enhance care quality.

The rule mandates 24/7 registered nurses and a minimum of 3.48 hours of care per resident daily.

Industry voices concerns over staff shortages, estimating a need for over 100,000 additional workers.

The new regulations will be phased in and could potentially lead to facility closures for non-compliance.

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Apr 24

How Bundestag Vice President Aydan Özoğuz explains her controversial Twitter activities

welt.de/politik/deutschland/article251185324/Wie-Bundestagsvize-Aydan-Oezoguz-ihre-umstrittenen-Twitter-Aktivitaeten-erklaert.html

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Apr 22

Rwanda bill: Government and Lords face another voting showdown: Rishi Sunak said there will be no more delays to his asylum plan and Parliament will sit and ...

bbc.com/news/uk-68871847

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Apr 21

India to Repeat Voting at Polling Sites Hit by Violence: The attacks occurred in Manipur, a northeastern state that has been troubled by ethnic unrest ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/21/world/asia/india-voting-violence-manipur.html

Quick Glance: Election Redo in Manipur Due to Violence

In Manipur, a northeastern state troubled by ethnic unrest, voting booths were raided and fake ballots were cast.

India's election authorities have instructed officials to redo voting at various polling locations in the troubled northeastern state of Manipur after armed men attacked polling stations and seized voting booths despite the presence of paramilitary soldiers.

The conflict in Manipur, which began last May, has essentially divided the region, home to about three million people, pitting two ethnic groups against each other: the mostly Hindu Meiteis, who are a narrow majority, and members of Christian hill tribes known as Kukis.

Following reports from the region's election commissioner describing mob violence, gunfire, damage to electronic voting machines, and fake voters entering the booths, voting will be repeated at 11 polling stations.

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Apr 21

UTME 2024: Nigerians lambast JAMB over examination 7 a.m. exam schedule: JAMB Spokesperson Fabian Benjamin told PREMIUM TIMES on Sunday that the examination ...

premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/687965-utme-2024-nigerians-lambast-jamb-over-examination-7-a-m-exam-schedule.html

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Apr 22

Ecuador violence: Ecuadorians approve referendum measures to toughen fight against gangs

apnews.com/article/ecuador-referendum-gangs-noboa-85cf4190ba1bdd6028ff78180340499f

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Apr 22

Tiffany Cheung, Hong Kong YouTuber who shared journey fighting cancer, dies at 32

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Apr 21

62% of Uganda's forensic experts untrained, AG report: Only 14 of the 37 technical staff in the institution have undergone training ranging from basic to ...

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Israel pounds Gaza as West Bank violence surges: GAZA STRIP: Israel carried out deadly strikes in Gaza, first responders in the war-battered Palestinian ...

channelnewsasia.com/world/israel-pounds-gaza-west-bank-violence-surges-hamas-war-4281226

Quick Glance: Israeli Strikes on Rafah Kill 22, Mostly Children, as US Advances Aid Package

Israeli strikes on the southern Gaza city of Rafah overnight killed 22 people, including 18 children, as the US House of Representatives approved $13 billion in new Israeli military aid.

However, fears of wider war breaking out in the Middle East have eased somewhat after Iran downplayed Israel’s reported retaliation over its unprecedented missile and drone attack on the country a week ago.

Israel has carried out near-daily air raids on Rafah and vowed to expand its ground offensive against the Hamas militant group to the city on the border with Egypt despite calls for restraint, including from the US.

Tensions have also spiked in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, with Israeli troops killing two Palestinians who attacked a checkpoint with a knife and a gun near the southern West Bank town of Hebron.

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Apr 22

Israeli officials to NYT: 'Thousands of more Hamas terrorists in northern Gaza'

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Apr 22

West Bank violence: Palestinian arrested after killing 14-year-old: The disappearance of an Israeli shepherd boy follows a wave of violence in the occupied West ...

n-tv.de/politik/Palaestinenser-nach-Toetung-von-14-Jaehrigem-festgenommen-article24892453.html

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Apr 21

North Kosovo Serbs boycott referendum on removing ethnic Albanian mayors: Most Serbs in volatile north Kosovo boycotted a local referendum on Sunday on whether ...

reuters.com/world/europe/north-kosovo-serbs-boycott-referendum-removing-ethnic-albanian-mayors-2024-04-21/

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Apr 21

Trevor Bauer accuser may have been a fraud. But most reports of sexual violence are real.

usatoday.com/story/opinion/voices/2024/04/21/mlb-trevor-bauer-accuser-fraud-false-reports-rape-uncommon/73359277007/

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Apr 20

Senate passes reauthorization of key US surveillance program after midnight deadline

apnews.com/article/fisa-donald-trump-surveillance-congress-johnson-81e991c9f82e77b2fe13f8a3e0e25349

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Apr 20

It does not matter why that man lit himself on fire in New York: What we are losing is a sense of clarity or objectivity. Self-immolation is not normal or ...

thehill.com/opinion/civil-rights/4607046-it-does-not-matter-why-a-man-lit-himself-on-fire-in-new-york/

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Apr 20

Politicians murdered again before national elections in Mexico: Several politicians have been killed in Mexico in recent weeks. Now the murder of two local ...

tagesschau.de/ausland/amerika/politiker-getoetet-mexiko-100.html

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Apr 20

Family violence is a 'men's issue': Chief Justice of the Family Court calls on men to lead change

abc.net.au/news/2024-04-20/chief-justice-family-court-men-must-make-change-family-violence/103748036

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Apr 19

Irish budget: Government ran €8.3bn surplus last year: The Irish government ran a budget surplus of €8.3bn (£7.1bn) last year.

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Apr 19

Modi Urges Strong Government Amid Global Unrest: India Votes: Each day, Bloomberg journalists take you across a selection of towns and cities as they gear up for ...

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/modi-urges-strong-government-amid-global-unrest-india-votes

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EU imposes sanctions on Israeli settlers and youth groups: The EU has repeatedly condemned settler attacks in the West Bank - Now it is sending a clear signal: ...

tagesschau.de/ausland/europa/eu-sanktionen-siedler-westjordanland-100.html

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Estonian intelligence says Russians are suffering heavy losses in battle for Chasiv Yar

pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/19/7452019/

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‘I wasn’t crying because I have cancer. I was crying because I am so grateful.’: Maddy Petite's story doesn't seem to be a happy one. After all ...

al.com/news/2024/04/i-wasnt-crying-because-i-have-cancer-i-was-crying-because-i-am-so-grateful.html

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Apr 19

Controversial activities in the West Bank: EU apparently imposes sanctions against Israeli settlers for the first time

spiegel.de/ausland/eu-verhaengt-offenbar-erstmals-sanktionen-gegen-israelische-siedler-a-bb12f456-fdcb-4b25-8387-2642daa05120

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Apr 19

Teamwork and a new nickname inspire patient through pancreatic cancer treatment: When he began researching options for pancreatic cancer treatment ...

newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/teamwork-and-a-new-nickname-inspire-patient-through-pancreatic-cancer-treatment/

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Apr 20

Parkland dad reflects on Harris tour of Stoneman Douglas site: Fred Guttenberg, who lost his daughter Jamie, has pushed for more gun control.

abcnews.go.com/US/parkland-dad-reflects-harris-tour-stoneman-douglas-site/story

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Berlin: Three injured after stabbing among left-wing and right-wing extremists: In the Berlin district of Prenzlauer Berg, three left-wing extremists are said to ...

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‘It was absolute chaos’: Eight Nigerian nationals arrested for attacking SAPS officers, vandalising police station and cars

iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/it-was-absolute-chaos-eight-nigerian-nationals-arrested-for-attacking-saps-officers-vandalising-police-station-and-cars-9f5306c1-e106-48e7-8d25-67f9dfcad457

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Apr 26

What’s Next For Spain After PM Pedro Sanchez Threatened to Quit?

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-26/what-s-next-for-spain-after-pm-pedro-sanchez-threatened-to-quit

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.

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King Charles to resume public duties after progress in cancer treatment: King Charles is returning to public events after making encouraging progress in his ...

bbc.com/news/uk-68906421

Quick Glance: King Charles III to Resume Public Duties Next Week

King Charles III will return to his public duties next week following recovery from cancer treatment.

Accompanied by Queen Camilla, he will visit a cancer treatment center to meet specialists and patients.

The King will fulfill upcoming engagements and host Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako for a state visit in June.

No further specifics on his health condition were disclosed, but he is grateful for the opportunity to resume public duties.

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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 ...

nzz.ch/panorama/elon-musk-und-australien-streiten-ob-das-video-einer-messerattacke-auf-der-plattform-x-sichtbar-bleiben-soll-ld.1828128

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

apnews.com/article/ukraine-funding-war-russia-patriot-missiles-026fc8f9ee064ffb49bbee2422e2908b

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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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.

bbc.com/news/av/world-us-canada-68903289

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

apnews.com/article/kristi-noem-book-dog-killing-081bd1d6e73fba046ea7fb534da1c79e

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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Andrew Tate and brother Tristan to be tried in Romania on rape and trafficking charges

bbc.com/news/world-europe-68907298

Quick Glance: Andrew Tate ridiculed for claiming having sex with women is gay

Self-proclaimed misogynist influencer Andrew Tate has been ruthlessly mocked online after claiming it’s “gay” for men to have sex with women for pleasure.

The controversial statement sparked various reactions, with some speculating it as his way of coming out.

Tate, currently detained in Romania awaiting trial for rape and human trafficking, will be extradited to the UK after his trial to face additional sex charges. He denies all allegations.

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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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Ben-Gvir, Israeli far-right minister, in car accident: The controversial National Security Minister was taken to hospital after his car overturned.

bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-68908413

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US to rush Patriot missiles to Ukraine as Pentagon builds up support: Move comes as Biden administration begins parcelling out funds unlocked by Congress this ...

ft.com/content/bfd54fd8-de16-4a5a-97e7-14c701e9520f

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Conservative Justices Take Argument Over Trump’s Immunity in Unexpected Direction

nytimes.com/2024/04/26/us/politics/supreme-court-trump-immunity-election.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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Apr 26

Wang Yi tells Antony Blinken not to step on China's red lines: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in China in an attempt to put relations on an even keel.

bbc.com/news/articles/c2547ll8z0ro

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Forecasting pioneer: ‘A lot would have to go wrong for Biden to lose’: A notable forecaster of presidential elections said in a recent interview that “a lot ...

thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4624541-forecasting-pioneer-lictman-biden-trump-2024/

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White House unbowed on support for Israel despite growing frustration from progressives and unrest on campuses

cnn.com/2024/04/26/politics/joe-biden-israel-support-college-campus-protests/

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Harvey Weinstein: Ashley Judd leads backlash against quashed rape conviction: The actress tells BBC News survivors feel betrayed after a new rape trial is ...

bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68901032

Quick Glance: Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 Rape Conviction Overturned

New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, disappointing those who celebrated historic gains during the #MeToo era.

The ruling was based on legal technicalities and did not exonerate Weinstein's behavior, according to #MeToo advocates.

Weinstein, convicted in Los Angeles for another rape, will face retrial in New York, despite remaining in prison.

The court criticized the admission of uncharged sexual acts as evidence, deeming it an abuse of judicial discretion.

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Boese on allegations of nuclear power plant shutdown: How serious is the situation for Habeck and Lemke?

n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Wie-ernst-ist-die-Lage-fuer-Habeck-und-Lemke-article24902547.html

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.

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Robert Habeck under pressure: Germany's nuclear phase-out was about ideology: Internal correspondence shows: At the height of the energy crisis ...

nzz.ch/der-andere-blick/robert-habeck-unter-druck-beim-deutschen-atomausstieg-ging-es-um-ideologie-ld.1827929

Quick Glance: German Exit from Nuclear Energy: Ideology Over Pragmatism

During an energy crisis, green ministries in Germany pushed through the nuclear energy phaseout, disregarding warnings and prioritizing ideological goals over energy security.

Internal communications reveal that high-ranking green officials ignored and twisted facts to advance the nuclear phaseout, even if it raised safety concerns.

The origins of the energy transition were not primarily focused on climate change but aimed to eliminate nuclear energy and transition to renewables and coal.

The decommissioned nuclear power plants now serve as monuments to a green misstep that led Germany into an energy policy tragedy, potentially hindering the construction of new nuclear power plants.

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ZDF “Political Barometer”: Greens make significant gains - AfD with worst value in eleven months

welt.de/politik/deutschland/article251231912/ZDF-Politbarometer-Gruene-legen-deutlich-zu-AfD-mit-schlechtestem-Wert-seit-elf-Monaten.html

Quick Glance: Greens Gain Approval - AfD Hits Lowest Score

The Greens have gained three percentage points in the opinion poll, now standing at 15 percent, tied with the SPD.

The CDU/CSU remains the strongest force at 30 percent, followed by the AfD, dropping to 17 percent, their lowest score in nearly a year.

Despite dissatisfaction with the government, the Greens increase their approval, while the FDP is held responsible for coalition disputes.

In surveys, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius enjoys the highest popularity, while the Forschungsgruppe Wahlen surveyed 1228 eligible voters.

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Wales school stabbing: Hard to comprehend events, teachers say: Teachers Fiona Elias, Liz Hopkin and a pupil were injured at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman in Ammanford.

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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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Putin’s Brittle Regime: Like the Soviet One That Preceded It, His System Is Always on the Brink of Collapse

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Israeli minister Ben-Gvir slightly hurt in car accident: Israel's hardline security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was slightly hurt in a car accident and taken to ...

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There are also new allegations against Bystron: Kremlin wrote a “manifesto” for the AfD

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China warns US of rising ‘negative factors’ in bilateral ties: World is watching to see if rivalry will ‘break out into conflict’, foreign minister Wang Yi tells ...

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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.

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken snapped up a Taylor Swift album along with one by classic Chinese rocker Dou Wei during an unexpected detour to a Beijing ...

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