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Google Workers Protest Cloud Contract With Israel's Government: Google employees are staging sit-ins and protests at company offices in New York and California ...
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Quick Glance: Google Workers' Stand Against Israeli Cloud Contract
- Google employees protest the cloud contract with Israel's government amidst the ongoing conflict with Hamas.
- No Tech for Apartheid activists occupy offices in New York and California to oppose the $1.2 billion contract.
- The protests by tech workers have led to dismissals, resignations, and public demands for contract cancellations.
- Actions include sit-ins, petitions, and public calls for Google and Amazon to terminate their involvement in Project Nimbus.
Biden is seeking higher tariffs on Chinese steel as he courts union voters: President Joe Biden wants to triple U.S. tariffs on steel from China ...
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Quick Glance: Joe Biden Calls for Significant Increase in Tariffs on Chinese Steel
- US President Joe Biden is pushing for an increase in tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminium to strengthen union support in the swing state of Pennsylvania.
- During a meeting with United Steelworkers union members in Pittsburgh, Biden calls on trade representative Katherine Tai to raise the tariffs from the current average of 7.5 percent.
- The main focus of the measures is to combat China's new export surge and the ongoing price pressure that makes it difficult for American steel companies to compete.
- The Biden administration's decision to increase tariffs is expected to impact recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to stabilize relations.
Performing arts to be compulsory in CBC syllabus, says Machogu : Every school expected to take part in the performing arts competitions.
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Republican states urge Congress to reject DEI legislation: A host of Republican-led states are urging Congress to reject two Democrat-sponsored bills aimed at ...
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Rains in Sharjah: Remote work for government departments extended till April 17: Extra day allotted for work from home after heavy rains on Tuesday
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Government suffers fresh Rwanda Bill defeat in Lords: Peers maintain stand-off with government over flagship controversial Rwanda deportation plan.
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Are bonobos not as peaceful as we thought?: Bonobos are considered to live together very harmoniously, but it is possible that bonobos are even more aggressive ...
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Takeaways: Iran's attack on Israel raises fears of a wider war: The unprecedented attack by Iran on Israel early Sunday ratcheted up regional tensions ...
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Do Kwon Lost to the SEC. The U.S. Is Piling Up Other Crypto Wins, Too.: The decision was the latest in a series of federal court wins bolstering regulators’ ...
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House passes reauthorization of US spy program after GOP upheaval: The U.S. House has passed a bill to reauthorize and provide sweeping reforms of a key U.S ...
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20 years after Abu Ghraib photos, survivors tell their stories in court: The survivors recount horrific experiences of sexual assault, beatings ...
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Detective series Bergerac confirmed for return featuring Jersey locations: A new series of Bergerac has been commissioned with six dramas being filmed over the ...
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Vietnamese property tycoon sentenced to death over $12bn fraud: State media says Truong My Lan’s crimes eroded public trust in ruling Communist party
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Quick Glance: Death Sentence for Real Estate Tycoon in Vietnam's Largest Fraud Case
- Truong My Lan, a prominent businesswoman and real estate tycoon, was sentenced to death in Vietnam's largest financial fraud case, marking a shocking development in the country's escalating anti-corruption campaign.
- Born in 1956, Lan founded the Van Thinh Phat company with her family in 1992, which grew to become one of Vietnam's richest real estate firms linked to some of Ho Chi Minh's most valuable properties.
- She was accused of using the bank as her cash cow, illegally controlling it between 2012 and 2022, and using thousands of 'ghost companies' in Vietnam and abroad to give loans to herself and her allies.
- Her arrest in October 2022 falls within a period of increased anti-corruption efforts in Vietnam ramping up since 2022, impacting the country's economic outlook and unsettling foreign investors.
Biden says US support for Philippines, Japan defense 'ironclad' amid growing China provocations
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Quick Glance: Biden emphasizes US support for Philippines and Japan
- President Joe Biden reinforced the unwavering U.S. defense commitment to Pacific allies.
- The Philippines and China have faced repeated confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.
- The White House highlighted the significance of the first-ever trilateral summit with Japan and the Philippines as a response to China's attempts at "intimidation".
- The United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan announced joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific for 2025.
First photo of Insta-famous magpie released: The first photo of a famous magpie has been released after it was revealed the bird is due to be reunited with a ...
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Biden considering Australia's request to drop prosecution of Julian Assange: President Joe Biden says he's considering a request from Australia to drop the ...
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Quick Glance: Contemplating Prosecution Cessation for Wikileaks Founder Julian Assange
- President Joe Biden is contemplating Australia's request to cease the long-standing U.S. effort to prosecute Wikileaks founder Julian Assange for revealing American classified documents.
- There is a disparity in the treatment of Assange and Manning, with Obama shortening Manning's sentence while Assange remains under indictment. Supporters of Assange argue he is a journalist protected by the First Amendment who exposed U.S. military misconduct in Iraq and Afghanistan.
The Hidden Costs of Homeownership Are Skyrocketing: Rising insurance premiums, property taxes and maintenance costs show little sign of abating ...
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Judge in Trump’s classified files case agrees to protect witness identities: The federal judge presiding over the classified documents case against former ...
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Quick Glance: Judge to Redact Witness Names in Trump's Case
- The federal judge overseeing Donald Trump's case agreed to protect potential government witnesses.
- The dispute over witness information in pretrial documents has slowed down the case.
- The judge agreed to protect witness identities but refused to seal the substance of witness statements.
- In light of prior criticisms, the judge appears to ease tensions by redacting witness names.
Biden endorses House aid package for Israel, Ukraine: House Speaker Mike Johnson is forging ahead toward a vote later this week on a package of Ukraine funding ...
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Quick Glance: Biden's Backing of House Aid Package for Israel and Ukraine
- President Joe Biden endorses an aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
- Crucial bipartisan support emerges for the approval of $95 billion in funding for U.S. allies.
- The package includes economic assistance for Kyiv in the form of forgivable loans and enhanced monitoring of military funds.
- Democrats and progressives oppose aspects of the package, while some Republicans reject House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Watch live: Senate dismisses all impeachment charges against Mayorkas: The Senate has dismissed all impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary ...
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Quick Glance: Senate's Decision on Impeachment Charges Against Mayorkas
- The Senate rejected the impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, halting the House Republicans' effort to impeach the Cabinet secretary over his management of the US-Mexico border.
- With Democrats contending that the articles were unconstitutional, senators voted to dismiss both impeachment charges and conclude the trial.
- Senate Republicans had called for a full impeachment trial after the House narrowly voted in February to impeach Mayorkas for his border actions.
- Republicans argued that President Joe Biden was ineffective at the border, while Democrats suggested accepting a bipartisan Senate compromise instead of impeaching Mayorkas to reduce illegal immigrants.
Dev Patel: Find out why Dev Patel is one of the 100 most influential people of 2024.
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Quick Glance: Dev Patel: An Inspiring Figure
- Dev Patel radiates goodness, and his humanity shines through every time he graces the screen. His career is constantly elevating, with his latest performance in Monkey Man being a standout.
- He leads the way in his artistry, encouraging us to explore familiar places from new perspectives, creating, finding, and sharing uncharted territory. This is his great talent.
- He continues to surpass himself and surprise us all, and we are all eagerly anticipating where he will lead us next.
US reimposes oil sanctions on Venezuela after broken election promises : Biden administration says Maduro has ‘fallen short’ on pledge of free and fair ...
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Quick Glance: US reimposes oil sanctions on Venezuela after broken election promises
- The Biden administration says Maduro has failed to deliver on his promise of a free and fair presidential election.
- The US is reimposing sanctions on oil from Venezuela, stating that President Nicolás Maduro's government has not fulfilled its commitments.
- Despite belligerent government statements in recent weeks, Maduro said on Monday he would 'never close the door on dialogue' with the US.
- Analysts suggest that tightening sanctions on the oil sector will have limited short-term impacts on Venezuela's production and exports but will hinder its long-term recovery.
Swedish Parliament votes to make it easier for people to legally change their gender
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Quick Glance: Sweden's Gender Change Law: Lowering Minimum Age
- On Wednesday, the Swedish parliament approved a law that lowers the minimum age for legally changing gender from 18 to 16.
- Individuals under 18 will still require consent from a guardian, a doctor, and the National Board of Health and Welfare.
- Conversely, no longer will a gender dysphoria diagnosis be mandated by medical professionals, defined as psychological distress experienced by individuals whose gender expression does not align with their gender identity.
- The voting results showed 234 in favor, 94 against, with 21 lawmakers listed as absent.
Netanyahu too ‘busy’ to talk to Sunak after RAF helped repel Iranian attack: Israeli leader faces domestic pressure to rebuff international calls for restraint
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Quick Glance: Netanyahu's Busy Schedule Hinders Communication with Sunak Post-RAF Assistance Against Iranian Attack
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has not yet managed to engage in a conversation with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak following the assistance provided by Royal Air Force warplanes in defending the Jewish state from an Iranian aerial assault.
- Efforts are still underway to arrange a discussion between the two leaders, as Netanyahu is under significant domestic pressure to reject calls from the UK, the US, and the EU for restraint after Iran's attack.
- Sunak stated in the House of Commons on Monday that the UK is urgently collaborating with allies to de-escalate the situation and prevent further bloodshed, mentioning that he will communicate with Netanyahu 'shortly'.
- With Netanyahu's right-wing coalition partners pushing for substantial retaliation against Iran, Israel's western allies are advocating for caution and restraint to prevent a regional conflict.
Trump campaign asks for cut of candidates’ fundraising when they use his name and likeness
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Nuggets loom, but Lakers are confident and ready for rematch: ‘We’re not ducking the smoke’
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Quick Glance: Lakers Ready for Nuggets Rematch: Embracing the Challenge
- The Lakers are confident and prepared to face the playoff rematch against the Nuggets, refusing to shy away from the challenge.
- Despite some struggles, the Lakers prevailed against the Pelicans with a 110-106 win, securing the 7th seed in the West.
- Facing injuries and fatigue, the Lakers fought hard to clinch a playoff spot, displaying resilience and determination.
- Players are geared up for the upcoming challenge against the Nuggets, who have posed difficulties for the Lakers in the past, yet hope for a victory remains.
Brazil seeks to weaken fiscal targets it set only a year ago: Leftist administration of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wants greater flexibility on budget surplus ...
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Quick Glance: Brazil Moves to Relax Fiscal Targets Set a Year Ago
- The leftist administration of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wants more flexibility on budget surplus goals
- Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s government is seeking to loosen its own budget targets as investor concerns rise about the risk of fiscal slippage in Latin America’s largest economy
- Ministers intend to balance the budget next year, replacing the previous goal for income to exceed outgoings by 0.5 per cent of gross domestic product
- Analysts warn that the current deficit targets are unrealistic and likely to be tweaked, prompting investors to express concerns about Brazil’s economic approach under Lula
Kyrgyz journalist Aike Beishekeyeva planned to celebrate her 23rd birthday over cake w/her colleagues at @TemirovLive .
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With Journalists Behind Bars, Kyrgyzstan Enters New Era of Repression - OCCRP: The authorities have accused Temirov Live, a respected investigative outlet ...
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Runaway circus elephant stops traffic in Montana: Viola, the elephant, was startled by the sound of a nearby car and ran away while having a bath.
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Iran’s Raisi reiterates warnings as Israel mulls response to air attack: As the world calls for calm, President Raisi vows ‘slightest attack’ will be met with a ...
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Quick Glance: Israeli Push for Sanctions Against Iran Amid ‘Diplomatic Offensive’
- Israel has launched a “diplomatic offensive” against Iran, urging sanctions against the Islamic republic.
- Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has called on 32 countries to impose sanctions on Tehran as Israel considers a military response to Iran’s attack.
- Israeli military sources reported intercepting 99 percent of aerial threats with assistance from the United States and allies, causing only minor damage.
- Tensions are high as Israel ponders its reaction to Saturday's attack while Germany calls for new sanctions related to Iran's drone supply to Russia for use in Ukraine.
Legendary “Atlas” is mothballed: Atlas could do gymnastics, parkour, get beaten up and fail brilliantly over and over again. Now he can put his feet up ...
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US Senate expected to swiftly end Mayorkas impeachment
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Former "Bild" boss: Federal Constitutional Court upholds Reichelt's complaint against the German government
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Quick Glance: Former 'Bild' Chief: Federal Constitutional Court Upholds Reichelt Complaint Against Federal Government
- Julian Reichelt succeeded with a constitutional complaint against the federal government.
- The Federal Constitutional Court overturned the decision of the Chamber Court.
- Freedom of speech is of particular importance and must be protected.
- The Chamber Court did not consider the linguistic context of the statement.
UK lawmakers back landmark 'smoke-free generation' bill: A plan by Britain’s government to introduce a landmark smoking ban that aims to stop young people from ...
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Quick Glance: UK Lawmakers Support Groundbreaking 'Smoke-Free Generation' Bill
- The British government's plan for a landmark smoking ban to prevent young people from ever smoking passed its first hurdle in Parliament despite opposition from within Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party.
- The bill, announced by Sunak, would make it illegal to sell tobacco products to anyone born after January 1, 2009, creating one of the toughest anti-smoking measures in the world to establish the 'first smoke-free generation' in modern Britain.
- The bill also includes measures to crack down on youth vaping, such as banning the sale of cheap disposable vapes and restricting their flavors to prevent children from becoming addicted to nicotine.
- The number of people who smoke in the U.K. has declined by two-thirds since the 1970s, but approximately 6.4 million people in the country still smoke, accounting for about 13% of the population. Smoking remains the number one preventable cause of death, disability, and poor health.
“Make decisions alone”: Netanyahu dismisses Baerbock and Cameron: The two Foreign Ministers Baerbock and Cameron are the first Western leaders to travel to the ...
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Caitlin Clark's $76,000 WNBA salary puts a spotlight on pay disparity: The WNBA rookies will make 100 times less than their NBA counterparts.
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Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark's Eventful WNBA Draft Week
- Caitlin Clark, the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer, had a whirlwind week before the WNBA Draft, signaling just the beginning of her promising career.
- From the national championship to "SNL" to the Empire State Building and the draft, Clark is celebrated as one of the most sought-after and scrutinized rookies in the WNBA.
- After a series of events within eight days, including appearances on "Saturday Night Live", meetings, and honors, Clark looks forward to starting her professional career with the Indiana Fever.
- With a 190 percent increase in ticket prices and a massive fan response upon her arrival at the Fever, Clark and the team have high hopes for a successful season and a return to the playoffs.
Debate about values and integration: Central Council of Muslims also criticizes new wording in CDU basic program
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Quick Glance: CDU and Islam: Merzians vs. Merkel
- The CDU distances itself from the Islam statement of the Merkel era in the new basic program.
- The revised version faces criticism from the Central Council of Muslims and within the drafting committee.
- There is heated debate over the changes, especially regarding rejections at the German external border.
- The conflict over migration policy divides the party between Merkel supporters and Merz supporters.
Israelis have decided to retaliate against Iran, says UK's Cameron: Israel has clearly decided to retaliate against Iran for missile and drone attacks ...
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Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
BREAKING: The US Senate dismissed both charges of illegal conduct by Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, as Democrats successfully defended ...
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Simone Biles thought ‘the world is going to hate me’ after experiencing the twisties at the Tokyo Olympics
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Courtside at Warriors-Kings, and why this rivalry rematch was more than a Play-In game
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Quick Glance: Kings-Warriors: Coach Kerr Endorses NBA Play-In
- Coach Steve Kerr supports the NBA play-in tournament for adding excitement to the season.
- The play-in format provided a lifeline for the Kings and Warriors, who wouldn't have made the playoffs in the old system.
- The Kings face challenges due to injuries to key players, while Coach Brown praises the Warriors' core players.
- Brown highlights the impact of Chris Paul and his greatness in the NBA.
Jay Powell says US inflation ‘taking longer than expected’ to hit target: Comments from Federal Reserve chair come amid mounting doubts about pace of interest ...
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Pfizer news: Investigations against Ursula von der Leyen reach Bundestag: Opposition politicians in the Bundestag are demanding Germany's participation in the ...
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Arizona Republicans again block attempt to repeal 1864 abortion ban: Arizona House Republicans blocked an attempt Wednesday to repeal the state’s 1864 near-total ...
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Quick Glance: Italy's Decision to Allow Anti-Abortion Groups in Clinics Sparks Debate
- Italy's lower house has passed an amendment, part of the right-wing government's new health-care package, that would open the way for antiabortion activists to enter family planning clinics, raising concerns about women's autonomy in the country.
- The opposition in Italy has criticized the recent national amendment as a significant setback for women's rights, highlighting that certain regions, such as Umbria and Marche, have already limited access to the abortion pill.
- With a renewed focus on abortion in Europe following the U.S. Supreme Court's 2022 decision, Italy legalized abortion in 1978, granting women the option to seek a termination within the first 90 days of pregnancy.
- Despite Prime Minister Meloni's assurance not to alter Italy's abortion law, the availability of facilities providing safe abortions is increasingly scarce.
Alabama: Voters to decide primary runoffs in new Congressional District: Alabama voters have cast their ballots to decide party nominees for the state’s 2nd ...
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LIVE: US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin testifies to the House Appropriations Committee on Israel, Gaza, Iran and Ukraine
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Jontay Porter: Toronto Raptors forward given lifetime NBA ban for breaching betting rules
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Quick Glance: NBA Bans Jontay Porter of Raptors for Gambling Violations
- Jontay Porter of the Toronto Raptors was banned from the league for disclosing confidential information to bettors, limiting his participation in at least one game with the Raptors, and betting on NBA games in the G-League.
- NBA commissioner Adam Silver stressed the importance of protecting the integrity of NBA competition for fans, teams, and all associated with the sport when announcing the ban.
- The investigation into Porter began in late March after sportsbooks noticed unusual betting on the reserve center's statistics in two Raptors' games, where Porter exited early in each game.
- Porter placed at least 13 bets on NBA games through an associate's online betting account, totaling $54,094. The total payout from these bets amounted to $76,059, resulting in a net winnings of $21,965.
Israel has decided to retaliate against Iran, says David Cameron: British foreign minister warns of regional escalation during Jerusalem visit
irishtimes.com/world/middle-east/2024/04/17/israel-has-decided-to-retaliate-against-iran-says-david-cameron/
De Minaur becomes first Australian to defeat Nadal on clay: There were no post-match histrionics from de Minaur after the victory, fully aware he had toppled a ...
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Quick Glance: Rafael Nadal's Exit from 2024 Barcelona, Defeat to Alex de Minaur in Second Round
- The 12-time champion couldn’t replicate his first-round performance, exiting the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell against the fourth-seeded Aussie.
- Nadal's comeback at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell concluded in the second round on Wednesday on the unseeded icon's home court.
- De Minaur, seeded fourth in Barcelona, defeated the living legend in a straight-set victory to advance to the third round.
- Overall, Nadal managed just 11 winners to 42 unforced errors, while De Minaur played the cleaner match with 21 to 26, respectively, awaiting the Aussie in the third round will be either No. 16 seed Arthur Fils or Daniel Altmaier.
RTL/ntv trend barometer: The Greens fall to their worst result since 2018: For a long time, the Greens were the only one of the "traffic light" parties that was ...
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“Gender Pay Gap” in basketball: super talent Caitlin Clark’s salary causes outrage
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Use Russian assets to rebuild Ukraine: Currently, the U.S. has frozen Russian assets valued at $60 billion. If the U.S. government were to seize these assets ...
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Elliot Page: Find out why Elliot Page is one of the 100 most influential people of 2024.
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War in the Middle East: Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu rejects advice: Foreign Minister Baerbock asks for “wise restraint” after Iran’s attacks on Israel ...
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Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
'I’m in pieces' - Israeli hostage's agony over husband held in Gaza by Hamas: Aviva Siegel tells the BBC of the brutal conditions she, Keith and others faced in ...
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Beijing Race Under Scrutiny As Video Suggests Runners Helped Chinese Winner: Organizers are investigating the results of the Beijing Half Marathon ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation Launched After Beijing Half Marathon Finish
- Following the finish of the Beijing Half Marathon, the results are now under scrutiny due to the peculiar behavior displayed by three runners from Kenya and Ethiopia.
- A Chinese runner overtook the others, as seen in a recorded livestream of the Beijing Half Marathon. The remaining three runners - Willy Mnangat and Robert Keter from Kenya, and Dejene Hailu from Ethiopia - followed closely behind, with He claiming the first place.
- The organizers of the half-marathon are currently examining the results after a video of the finish circulated online, prompting many to question the intention of the three African runners to slow down.
- The winner secured the first place with a time of 1 hour 3 minutes 44 seconds. Mnangat, Keter, and Hailu shared the second place, one second later.
The Case for Progressive Realism: Why Britain Must Chart a New Global Course: Why Britain must chart a new global course.
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Trump could have helped response to Jan. 6 riot — but didn’t — per new testimony: Two senior leaders of the D.C. guard at the time of the Capitol attack painted ...
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Will Africa ever host the Olympic Games as Egypt prepares 2036 bid?: The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris are 100 days away, but Africa has never hosted the world's ...
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Pamela Anderson Joins Liam Neeson In Paramount’s New ‘Naked Gun’ Movie: Pamela Anderson has been cast alongside Liam Neeson in Paramount Pictures' Naked Gun ...
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Quick Glance: New Cast for 'Naked Gun' Reboot
- Pamela Anderson will be seen alongside Liam Neeson in the upcoming Naked Gun reboot, set for release in July 2025.
- Directed by Akiva Schaffer, the modern interpretation of the classic comedy franchise will promise laughs for new audiences.
- Details about Anderson's character in the film are being kept under wraps, creating anticipation among fans for the return of the beloved series.
- The original Naked Gun hit theaters in 1988 and was successful enough to inspire two sequels. The reboot aims to bring the series' distinctive humor to modern viewers.
Olympics 2024: A guide to the Paris Games with 100 days to go including dates, venues & prize money
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Quick Glance: Paris Olympics Flame Lit in Greek Cradle Amid Weather Challenges
- Despite the absence of Apollo, the flame for the Paris Olympics was ignited at the site of the ancient games in southern Greece on Tuesday.
- A backup flame was used as cloudy skies prevented the traditional lighting, where an actress dressed as an ancient Greek priestess typically uses the sun to ignite a silver torch.
- The flame will be carried by torchbearers from Olympia for over 5000 kilometers through Greece before being handed over to the Paris Games organizers in Athens on April 26.
- The Belem, a French three-masted sailing ship, will transport the Olympic flame from Greece to Marseille, arriving on May 8 after visiting the historic site of Olympia.
Federal appeals court overturns West Virginia transgender sports ban: A federal appeals court has overturned a West Virginia transgender sports ban ...
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Quick Glance: Court Overturns West Virginia Ban on Transgender in Sports
- A federal appeals court has overturned a ban on transgender individuals participating in sports in West Virginia, citing a violation of Title IX.
- The court ruled that the law cannot lawfully be applied to a 13-year-old girl who has identified as female since the third grade.
- The decision favored the American Civil Liberties Union, its West Virginia chapter, and the LGBTQ advocacy group Lambda Legal, who filed a lawsuit in 2021.
- West Virginia is just one of 24 states with legislation preventing transgender women and girls from competing in specific women's or girls' sports events.
Barr, a vocal Trump critic, says he will ‘support the Republican ticket’ in November
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/17/barr-vocal-trump-critic-says-he-will-support-republican-ticket-november/
Brittney Griner and wife Cherelle are expecting their first child: Brittney Griner is expecting her first child with her wife, Cherelle Griner.
today.com/parents/parents/brittney-griner-baby-rcna147724
Quick Glance: Brittney Griner and Wife Cherelle Expecting Their 1st Baby
- WNBA star Brittney Griner and her wife, Cherelle Griner, are expecting their first baby together.
- The couple announced the news on Instagram with an ultrasound image.
- Griner returned to the US after being released from a Russian prison and is set to release her memoir.
- HuffPost appeals for support to keep quality journalism freely accessible to all.
How international gold dealers exploited a tiny African kingdom’s economic dream - ICIJ
icij.org/investigations/swazi-secrets/eswatini-mswati-economic-zone-gold-dubai/
Quick Glance: Abuse of gold dealings in an African kingdom
- A special economic zone in Eswatini is at the core of opaque financial transactions.
- Alarming money flows raise questions.
- The dubious business practices of Mathias and Schofield are examined.
- The central bank acknowledges potential risks of Eswatini’s economic park.
Nepotism in Russia: Putin's former college friend appointed supreme judge: From now on, the Russian judiciary will be led by an old companion of the Kremlin ...
spiegel.de/ausland/irina-podnossowa-putin-ernennt-alte-wegbegleiterin-zur-obersten-richterin-in-russland-a-d7320aac-e91f-4047-a5dc-414ff79ecc15
The first 7 jurors have been selected for Trump's hush money criminal trial. 11 more are still needed
pbs.org/newshour/politics/the-first-7-jurors-have-been-selected-for-trumps-hush-money-criminal-trial-11-more-are-still-needed
A woman who accused Trevor Bauer of sex assault is now charged with defrauding ex-MLB player
apnews.com/article/mlb-trevor-bauer-accuser-fraud-charges-6d3f2767d51edcd40271d1c0fa17061f
Democrats retake control of Michigan Statehouse after special election wins: Democratic candidates Peter Herzberg and Mai Xiong are projected to win their ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4599485-democrats-retake-control-of-michigan-statehouse-after-special-election-wins/
Warning of danger for 787 Dreamliner: Boeing engineer makes serious allegations against aircraft manufacturer
spiegel.de/wirtschaft/boeing-ingenieur-erhebt-schwere-vorwuerfe-gegen-flugzeughersteller-a-d3940820-dc5f-4858-a1df-599a205e757c
Quick Glance: Boeing emphasizes safety of 787 testing
- Boeing presented its safety practices on Monday, highlighting the aircraft testing protocols as it prepares for a challenging congressional hearing.
- The upcoming Senate hearing will feature testimony from Boeing engineer Sam Salehpour, who raised significant allegations publicly last week.
- Criticism of Boeing's safety culture is increasing following a nearly disastrous incident, and additional details on testing procedures and results were provided.
- Although there are some parts that do not meet standards, no signs of fatigue were detected, and the increased force during manufacturing is considered acceptable.
Pelosi says Trump is ‘palsy-walsy’ with Putin: Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) said former President Trump is “palsy-walsy” with Russian President ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4600680-pelosi-says-trump-is-palsy-walsy-with-putin/
Tomorrow's "cannon fodder": War museums prepare Russian students for early death: “Special military operations” museums are springing up like mushrooms in ...
n-tv.de/politik/Kriegs-Museen-bereiten-russische-Schueler-auf-fruehen-Tod-vor-article24878145.html
The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare: Based upon recently declassified files of the British War Department and inspired by true events ...
rottentomatoes.com/m/the_ministry_of_ungentlemanly_warfare
Quick Glance: The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare Critique: Guy Ritchie's WWII Adventure
- Guy Ritchie uncovers an entertaining World War II adventure with a unique twist.
- While loosely inspired by true events, the film takes creative liberties with historical facts.
- The movie is defined by charismatic characters and humorous violent scenes.
- Despite some weaknesses, the film provides enough fun and potential for sequels.
The Talks That Could Have Ended the War in Ukraine: A Hidden History of Diplomacy That Came Up Short—but Holds Lessons for Future Negotiations
foreignaffairs.com/ukraine/talks-could-have-ended-war-ukraine
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Quick Glance: Ukraine War: Chernihiv Hit by Russian Rocket Strike
- Chernihiv targeted again with Russian rocket strikes resulting in multiple deaths
- Ukrainian Foreign Minister calls for increased air defense from allies
- Kremlin confirms reduction of troops in conflict region of Nagorno-Karabakh
- Charkiv at risk of becoming 'second Aleppo' - fatalities and injuries reported
LeBron James headlines Team USA’s 2024 Paris Olympics men’s basketball squad: USA Basketball unveiled the player roster Wednesday for the men’s team that will ...
cnn.com/2024/04/17/sport/lebron-james-headlines-usa-2024-paris-olympics-mens-basketball-squad-spt-intl/
Liz Truss endorses Donald Trump to win US presidential election: The ex-PM warns the "world was safer" under Donald Trump's presidency, and the West is "on the ...
bbc.com/news/uk-politics-68821646
BVB: Boss Hans-Joachim Watzke rushed onto the pitch after reaching the CL semi-finals! | Sport
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Travis Kelce to host Amazon game show Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?: The Kansas City Chiefs star and Taylor Swift's boyfriend will front the show for Amazon ...
bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-68834389
Quick Glance: Travis Kelce to Present 'Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?'
- Travis Kelce will host the new game show 'Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?' for Amazon Prime Video.
- 'Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?' is a spinoff of 'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?' and offers an updated version of the original game.
Russian strike kills at least 14 as Ukraine’s air defenses struggle again to protect cities
cnn.com/2024/04/17/europe/russia-strike-chernihiv-ukraine-air-defense-intl/
Ark. governor’s office might’ve broken law in buying $19K lectern, audit finds: Arkansas lawmakers on both sides of the aisle on Tuesday questioned the staff of ...
washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/04/16/sarah-huckabee-sanders-lectern-audit/
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