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The stupidity of Kwasi Kwarteng’s policies means markets expect their reversal: Tony Yates, a former strategist at the Bank of England, explains why
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Scale of UK's market slide spells out home truths: This week's plunge in UK financial assets accelerated a longer historic decline signalling a loss of ...
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The stupidity of Kwasi Kwarteng’s policies means markets expect their reversal: Tony Yates, a former strategist at the Bank of England, explains why
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Scale of UK's market slide spells out home truths: This week's plunge in UK financial assets accelerated a longer historic decline signalling a loss of ...
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Africa Live: Muslim child allegedly lashed for attending church - BBC News: Seven members of a family in Uganda have been arrested for allegedly assaulting the ...
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Quick Glance: Africa Live: Germany detains alleged Nigerian mafia members
- German police have arrested 11 Nigerian men suspected of being part of a mafia group involved in large-scale dating scams orchestrated by the Black Axe gang.
- Portugal's President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has stated that his country should take full responsibility for colonial-era abuses and consider paying reparations in certain cases.
- Authorities in Tanzania have shut down five hydroelectric stations to reduce excess electricity in the national grid, with the main plant generating enough power for major cities like Dar es Salaam.
- Negotiations between the Kenyan government and striking doctors have collapsed, prolonging the suffering of those seeking healthcare in public hospitals, as doctors demand better pay and the hiring of trainee doctors.
US to grow at double the rate of G7 peers this year, says IMF: Fund also upgrades inflation forecasts as strong demand and tight labour market delay possible Fed ...
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Quick Glance: IMF upgrades global growth forecast despite risks
- The International Monetary Fund slightly raised its global growth forecast on Tuesday, noting that the economy had proven 'surprisingly resilient' despite inflationary pressures and monetary policy shifts.
- IMF's chief economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, indicated that the global economy is heading for a 'soft landing,' with risks to the outlook now broadly balanced.
- While advanced economies are expected to lead the growth, dim prospects in China and other major emerging markets could impact global trade partners, according to the report.
- Despite Tuesday's brighter outlook, global growth remains low compared to historical standards, partly due to weak productivity growth and increasing geopolitical fragmentation.
New record number of young adults without training in Germany: Around 2.9 million young adults have no education. That is more than ever before ...
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Quick Glance: Record Number of Young Adults without Education in Germany
- Germany records a peak of 2.9 million young adults without education, especially among migrants.
- The increasing number of unskilled individuals negatively impacts the job market and widens the gap between well-qualified and unqualified individuals.
- The dual education system faces challenges like rising dropout rates and mismatched apprenticeships.
- Initiatives to modernize the education system are being called for, including better career guidance and increased apprenticeship wages.
Two horses seen galloping on the loose through central London: ITV News crews filmed two horses - who appeared to be on the loose - on Wednesday.
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Quick Glance: Uncontrolled Horses Cause Chaos in London
- Five military horses, including one covered in blood, escaped in London, injuring several people before being recaptured.
- During an exercise in central London, the horses spooked, causing injuries to soldiers and civilians.
- The horses weaved a destructive path through the city, colliding with vehicles and causing panic among bystanders.
- Multiple individuals were injured and taken to the hospital as police and fire crews worked to contain the situation.
Kensington Palace releases photo to celebrate Prince Louis' sixth birthday: The photo was taken by his mother, Kate, in the days running up to the prince's ...
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Quick Glance: Celebration of Prince Louis' Sixth Birthday by Kensington Palace
- A recent photo of Prince Louis, captured by The Princess of Wales in Windsor, has been posted on Kensington Palace's social media to commemorate his sixth birthday.
- In honor of his sixth birthday, events are being organized for William and Kate's youngest child to partake in.
- The released photo marks the first image of the children since the contentious Mother's Day picture altered by Kate.
- Following the Easter break, Prince Louis resumes classes at Lambrook School in Berkshire alongside his siblings.
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
US deficit poses ‘significant risks’ to global economy, warns IMF: Fund also cites concerns over fiscal ‘imbalances’ in UK, China and Italy
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Quick Glance: IMF Warns of Fiscal Deficits in US and China
- The IMF has warned the US that its massive fiscal deficits have stoked inflation and pose “significant risks” for the global economy.
- Concerns were also raised about Chinese government debt, with the country projected to have a deficit of 7.6 per cent in 2025, more than double the average for other emerging markets.
- In addition to the US and China, the fund named two more countries that “critically need to take policy action to address fundamental imbalances between spending and revenues”.
- The IMF noted that “large and sudden increases” in US borrowing costs typically lead to surges in government bond yields globally and exchange rate turbulence in emerging markets and developing economies.
Prince Harry confirms he is now a US resident: Prince Harry, the son of King Charles III and fifth in line to the British throne, has formally confirmed he is ...
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Quick Glance: Prince Harry Officially Residing in U.S.
- Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have considered California home, and now his official residency in the U.S. has been documented in a corporate filing.
- The document was filed at Britain’s corporate registrar, Companies House, to update the official residency of the British royal for business records of Travalyst Limited.
- There had been little official confirmation of Harry’s residency status until this week, with an entry indicating a change of residency to June 29, 2023, the day the couple left Frogmore Cottage, their British home.
- It is unclear what type of U.S. visa or residency permit Harry holds, despite efforts by conservative activists in the U.S. to ascertain them, including an ongoing lawsuit.
Who was St George? The irony behind England's patron saint: Today (23 April) marks St George’s Day – a day to celebrate the Christian martyr who became the ...
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Michael O’Leary says he’d ‘happily’ offer UK deportation flights to Rwanda: The Ryanair boss said he would ‘quote for the business’ from the UK government if it ...
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US passes Ukraine and Israel aid package after months of infighting: President Biden will sign into law a package of military aid worth $95 billion for America’s ...
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Quick Glance: Biden signs $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan
- President Joe Biden rushed weaponry to Ukraine and signed a $95 billion aid package that included assistance for Israel, Taiwan, and other global hotspots.
- Despite months of delays and damage, Biden promised that US weapons shipments would arrive in the next hours to help Ukraine repel Russia's invasion.
- Ukraine has started using US long-range missiles, but it remains uncertain if they can make enough progress to sustain American political support.
- A TikTok sale or ban in the US was included in the aid package, highlighting the mix of political and strategic interests in supporting Ukraine.
UK Boosts Borrowing to Cover Deficit, Curbing Tax Cut Hopes: The UK boosted its borrowing plans after the government’s budget shortfall overshot forecasts ...
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China relied on extrajudicial means to force thousands of fugitives to repatriate, human rights activists say - ICIJ
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Quick Glance: China's Illegal Tactics for Repatriating Fugitives
- Over the past decade, China has forcibly repatriated more than 12,000 fugitives to combat corruption, according to a human rights group report.
- Under Xi Jinping's government, China heavily relied on extrajudicial methods like kidnappings, harassment, and intimidation to 'persuade' and coerce Chinese nationals in over 120 countries to return.
- 'Fox Hunt' and 'Sky Net' operations aim at repressing Chinese nationals abroad, including activists, journalists, and religious minorities.
- The Chinese government uses persuasion methods to compel suspects to return, bypassing host countries' legal systems, leading to international resistance.
Post-Brexit Food Checks Will Be ‘Light-Touch,’ UK Minister Says: The UK will enforce “light-touch” post-Brexit checks on food and plant products beginning later ...
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Three suspected Chinese spies arrested in Germany — caught stealing sensitive tech secrets
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Quick Glance: Germany apprehends three individuals for alleged China espionage
- The individuals were apprehended in Düsseldorf and Bad Homburg in western Germany, with searches conducted in their residences and places of work.
- Thomas R. is under suspicion of serving as an agent for an employee of the Chinese Ministry of State Security (MSS), aiming to gather intelligence on technologies with potential military applications within Germany.
- Allegedly, the company entered into an agreement with a German university for the purpose of facilitating knowledge exchange.
- During the time of their arrest, there were purported ongoing discussions regarding research initiatives that could contribute to enhancing China's maritime combat capabilities.
Britain to raise defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030: Rishi Sunak is expected to say he will increase the UK military budget every year ...
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Quick Glance: Increase in UK defence spending by 2030
- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commits to raising spending to 2.5% of GDP, putting the defence industry on a 'war footing'.
- Sunak emphasized the need for deeper stockpiles of munitions and quicker replenishment due to the events in the Ukraine conflict.
- The planned increase in defence spending would require significant financial reshuffling, partly through announced measures to reduce the size of the civil service.
- Shortly after announcing the pledge to send weapons worth 500 million pounds to Ukraine, this commitment followed.
Germany: Parliament’s lower house to vote on gender self-determination law: German lawmakers have approved legislation that will make it easier for transgender ...
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Quick Glance: Germany: Lower House Passes Gender Self-Determination Law
- German lawmakers approved a law making it easier for transgender, intersex, and nonbinary individuals to change their name and gender in official records.
- The self-determination law will be effective on November 1, allowing adults to change their name and legal gender without additional formalities.
- The new regulations will permit minors aged 14 and above to change their name and gender with parental consent, while parents would apply on behalf of children under 14 at registry offices.
- The reforms also include legalizing limited cannabis possession, easing rules for German citizenship, and ending restrictions on dual citizenship.
Britain unveils its next-gen main battle tank: Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) has rolled out Europe’s most advanced tank, the latest Challenger 3 prototype ...
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Three arrested over Channel migrant deaths: The men were arrested on suspicion of facilitating illegal immigration and of entering the UK illegally, police said.
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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 ...
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UK Regulator Plans to Broaden Scope of ESG Investing Regulations: The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority is planning to expand the scope of its ESG investment ...
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Great Britain: Sunak wants to deport “no ifs and buts”: Despite an interim injunction, a supreme court decision and sharp criticism: British Prime Minister Sunak ...
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Quick Glance: British Parliament Approves Deportations to Rwanda
- The controversial plan to deport refugees to Rwanda has been approved by the British Parliament.
- Despite resistance in the upper house and multiple votes, the law was passed.
- Prime Minister Sunak is pushing for deportations to deter refugees from dangerous crossings.
- Experts question the effectiveness of the measure, while concerns about costs and legal implications persist.
Almost Half of UK Tax Collectors Miss Target to Work in Office: Almost half of Britain’s tax collectors are failing to meet the government department’s ...
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StanChart Tells Clients Craving Oil, Copper to Beware Inflation: Some Standard Chartered Plc clients are increasingly favoring tangible assets like copper and ...
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Rishi Sunak Enters Rwanda Migration Plan Endgame With UK Tories Fearing Failure: As Rishi Sunak’s flagship migration policy enters its endgame next week ...
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Boris Johnson breached rules by not disclosing links with hedge fund: Whitehall watchdog accuses former UK prime minister of being ‘evasive’ around tie to Merlyn ...
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Germany Arrests Three Suspected of Spying for Chinese State: German authorities arrested two men and a woman suspected of working for China’s ministry of state ...
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UK grocery inflation falls to 30-month low: Grocery price growth eases to 3.2% in four weeks to mid-April as retailers focus on special offers
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German police shoot machete-wielding man at university: The incident occurred at the Mannheim University faculty of economics while lectures were taking place ...
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Quick Glance: Police Shoot Man with Machete in Library
- A 31-year-old man who entered the library of the University of Mannheim with a machete was shot by the police and later died in the hospital.
- Before the officers arrived, the man had been aggressive towards a staff member and had a previous ban from the library due to his negative behavior.
- The State Criminal Police Office and the Public Prosecutor's Office are investigating the use of firearms and the motive of the man, who had previous encounters with the police.
- There was no danger to other library visitors, and students were present when the incident occurred.
Spotify hits record quarterly profit as it enters ‘new phase’: Pioneer of music streaming kicks off more mature era for its business after years of freer ...
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German spy agency warns companies against being too "naive" on China: Germany's domestic spy agency told companies on Wednesday they should be on guard against ...
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UK police charge two men with spying for China
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Quick Glance: Charges Filed Against UK Ex-Parliamentary Researcher for 'China Espionage'
- London's Metropolitan Police has accused two men, researcher Christopher Cash and Christopher Berry, of violating the Official Secrets Act.
- The charges coincided with the announcement of the arrest of three German nationals suspected of spying for China and accessing secret maritime technology by German investigators.
- The British duo is alleged to have transmitted 'articles, notes, documents or information' to a foreign state between 2021 and the previous year.
- In September, the Met Police disclosed the arrest of a man in his twenties on espionage suspicions. The Sunday Times revealed his parliamentary researcher identity.
FTSE 100 extends record run on earnings optimism: Britain's FTSE 100 index extended its record run on Wednesday as a strong earnings update from Reckitt ...
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Quick Glance: Overview: Tesla Stocks Plummet, Europe Business Surpasses Expectations
- World markets have brightened slightly this week, but Tesla is facing a critical earnings test, while Europe's business pulse has surprisingly been lively this month.
- Following the worst week on Wall Street since 2022, relief from easing Middle East tensions helped stabilize the situation on Monday. The chip giant Nvidia made a modest recovery from losses as Big Tech megacaps gear up for quarterly earnings releases.
- As the first of the 'Magnificent 7' Vanguard stocks, electric vehicle giant Tesla will report on Tuesday, having plummeted by a substantial 43% year-to-date and nearly 60% over the past two years amidst fierce price competition, declining EV demand, and governance/product concerns.
- While Big Tech jitters define this month's market fluctuations, investors will closely watch the upcoming results for a clearer perspective.
US, UK, Japan Propose Additional World Bank Funds to Boost Lending: Eleven rich countries including Japan, the UK and US proposed providing the World Bank with ...
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MEPs call to seize Russia’s hundreds of billions in frozen assets: Lawmakers want to see more support for Ukraine as US and UK counterparts advance.
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Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
- The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.
- Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.
- As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.
- Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
Lawsuit accuses Grindr of illegally sharing users' HIV status: LGBTQ+ dating app's maker previously denied selling sensitive user data
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Quick Glance: Lawsuit Alleges Grindr's Unauthorized HIV Status Disclosure
- A group of 670 individuals have joined a class action lawsuit against LGBTQ+ dating app Grindr in the UK seeking damages for the alleged unauthorized disclosure of HIV status and other sensitive data to third parties.
- The lawsuit claims that Grindr violated UK data protection laws by sharing user data without consent, particularly data disclosed before April 3, 2018, and between May 25, 2018, and April 7, 2020.
- Researchers from SINTEF in 2018 published information indicating that Grindr was sharing user data, including HIV status, with analytics companies, sparking intense criticism and prompting changes to the company's privacy policy.
- Grindr was fined 65 million Norwegian kroner for violating GDPR consent rules, leading to further legal issues in the US.
Germany, Britain plan to build remote-controlled howitzers together | DPA: Germany and Britain plan to jointly develop a remote-controlled howitzer for future ...
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Frank Field, Labour MP and peer, dies aged 81: Former minister revealed last year that prostate cancer had spread to his jaw
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Quick Glance: Farewell to Frank Field: A Life Dedicated to Social Justice
- The former Labour minister and advocate for poverty alleviation, Frank Field, has passed away at the age of 81.
- Throughout his career in Westminster, Lord Field championed social causes such as child poverty and modern slavery for over four decades.
- Field succumbed to a long battle with cancer in a care home in London. He advocated for a 2021 bill on assisted dying in England and Wales.
- His family emphasized that Field will be mourned by admirers in the political realm, but most of all missed by those fortunate enough to have experienced his laughter and friendship.
Prince Harry 'furious and in tears' over Frogmore Cottage eviction: King Charles requested that he give up the keys to the cottage on Windsor Great Park ...
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Man and woman charged over £1000 dine and dash theft: Ann McDonagh, 39, and Bernard McDonagh, from Port Talbot in Wales, have been charged with five counts of ...
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UK inflation falls less than expected to 3.2% in March: Rate continues to drop but economists had forecast a decline to 3.1%
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Quick Glance: Powell Warns of Lack of Progress on Inflation
- Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the U.S. economy, while otherwise strong, has not seen a return of inflation to the central bank's target.
- Powell mentioned that the current policy should remain in place as inflation has not declined quickly enough and there has been no further progress towards the 2% goal.
- Since July 2023, the Fed has maintained its benchmark interest rate in a target range between 5.25% and 5.5%, the result of 11 consecutive rate hikes.
- Financial markets have had to adjust their expectations for rate cuts this year as inflation has been higher than expected, and the Fed's policy continues to be dependent on data.
AFC Joins $20 Billion Morocco-to-UK Subsea Power Export Project: Africa Finance Corp. will join a group of companies developing a project to produce solar and ...
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What are the new post-Brexit border controls starting on April 30?: On April 30, the second phase of Britain's new post-Brexit border controls for food imports ...
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Espionage and sabotage: Russia brings the war in Ukraine to Germany: The police have arrested two Russian-Germans in Bavaria. They are said to have spied on ...
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Federal Prosecutor's Office: Russian spies arrested in Bavaria: Two Russian spies were arrested in Bavaria.
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Quick Glance: Bavaria: Arrests for Alleged Espionage and Sabotage
- In Bavaria, two suspected spies with ties to Russia were arrested. They had been scouting potential targets, including US military facilities.
- One of the detainees planned arson and explosives attacks on military infrastructure in Germany. Authorities searched their homes and workplaces.
- A warrant was issued for suspected membership in a terrorist organization. The arrests are considered a significant breakthrough in combating the Russian espionage network.
- Federal Justice Minister Marco Buschmann emphasized the need for a resolute response to the threat posed by the Russian power apparatus.
The UK Stock Market is Shrinking. Here's How to Save It.: Endless outflows need to be stopped — Charles Hall of broker Peel Hunt explains how and why.
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U.S. Confirms It Sent Missiles With 300-Kilometer Range To Ukraine: The U.S. State Department confirmed on April 24 that the United States sent long-range ...
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Fintech firm Revolut plans to hire 1,500 staff by end of year: British fintech company Revolut has added nearly 2,000 employees since the start of 2024 and plans ...
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China’s ageing tech workers hit by ‘curse of 35’: Discrimination against older employees particularly apparent in sector where executives openly state preference ...
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China spying: Krah stays on as top AfD European candidate : Alternative for Germany politician Maximilian Krah will stay on as the AfD lead candidate in ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation of Possible Payments from China and Russia to Maximilian Krah
- The General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden has officially initiated investigations against Maximilian Krah due to potential financial flows from Russian and Chinese sources.
- The AfD lead candidate for the European Parliament elections, Maximilian Krah, is the subject of two preliminary investigations at the General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden.
- Towards the end of last year, Krah was questioned by the FBI about possible payments from Kremlin-related sources, allegedly carrying a four-digit sum of money at that time.
- On Monday evening, German authorities arrested Jian G., a close associate of Krah, who is suspected of spying for the Chinese intelligence service in Germany.
Girl, 9, ‘kidnapped’ outside Harrods in London as man arrested: A man has been arrested on suspicion of kidnapping after a girl, nine, was 'snatched' ...
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Rishi Sunak Goes to Warsaw: The Readout With Aibhe Rea: Hi there, I’m Ailbhe Rea, a Bloomberg UK Associate Editor based in Westminster. Hope you enjoy today’s ...
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Tesla to cut 10% of global workforce: About 14,000 jobs set to go as brutal price war and EV slowdown hit US automaker
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BlackRock assets under management hit record $10.5tn: Net income rises 36% in first quarter
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Quick Glance: Record Asset Milestone: BlackRock Reaches $10.5 Trillion
- Top asset manager reports strong first-quarter results, despite underwhelming inflows.
- BlackRock achieved a record asset milestone of $10.5 trillion and a net income increase of over one-third.
- Despite disappointing inflows, the company exceeded analyst expectations in net income and revenue.
- CEO Larry Fink emphasized growth potential and the success of a Bitcoin Exchange Traded Fund impacting ETF flows.
No weed, just beer: Bavaria bans smoking cannabis at Oktoberfest and beer gardens
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Investors price in growing chance of another Federal Reserve interest rate rise: While base case remains reduction in borrowing costs, options market shows a 20% ...
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Wet wipes with plastic will face ban by summer: Retailers will have 18 months to totally phase out plastic containing wipes in a bid to reduce pollution and ...
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UK Rejects EU Youth Mobility Scheme to Ease Travel for Young Adults: The UK government rejected the European Union’s proposal to negotiate a post-Brexit deal for ...
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Joe Biden’s approval rating on the economy is rising among US voters: FT-Michigan Ross poll finds president’s gains could be derailed by persistent fears over ...
ft.com/content/bdd37729-8225-4f52-ae88-a7edeb329bb5
Press Awards honour The Times and The Sunday Times: The papers were crowned daily newspaper of the year and Sunday newspaper of the year at the prestigious media ...
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Employee non-compete agreements barred by US regulator: Federal Trade Commission head says move will help raise wages but business lobby vows to sue
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Over a million Neighbourhood Watch members exposed through web app bug: Unverified users could scoop up data on high-value individuals without any form of ...
theregister.com/2024/04/23/neighbourhood_watch_privacy_bug/
Deportation to Rwanda or Albania? Rome and London advise migration: The British Home Secretary meets his Italian counterpart on the island of Lampedusa ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/24/abschieben-nach-ruanda-oder-albanien-rom-und-london-besprechen-migrationspolitik
Quick Glance: Deportation to Albania? Rome and London Discuss Migration
- The British Home Secretary meets his Italian counterpart in Lampedusa, showing unity on migration issues.
- Britain is taking measures to prevent dangerous Channel crossings.
- The controversial Rwanda law for deporting asylum seekers faces international criticism.
- Some in Rwanda are skeptical about hosting refugees from the UK.
Estuaries, the ‘nurseries of the sea’, are disappearing fast : Study reveals repurposing of ecologically vital land for homes or agriculture is happening ...
theguardian.com/science/2024/apr/24/estuaries-the-nurseries-of-the-sea-are-disappearing-fast
Middle East updates: Germany resumes UNRWA cooperation: Germany will reestablish cooperation with the UN agency for Palestinian refugees in Gaza ...
dw.com/en/middle-east-updates-germany-resumes-unrwa-cooperation/live-68904333
Attack on Israel: calls for a radical departure from Germany's Iran policy: Following the mullah regime's attack on Israel at the weekend, there are more and ...
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Do you hate Britain, I asked my pupils. Thirty raised their hands: After Katharine Birbalsingh had her prayer ban upheld, the head accused schools of failing to ...
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Mother of Dragons comet will be visible in UK skies tonight: The comet, officially named 12P/ Pons-Brooks, is returning to the inner solar system for the first ...
gazettelive.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/mother-dragons-comet-visible-uk-29034538
If UK can’t land its top coaching candidates, is it time to bring Rick Pitino back?
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Quick Glance: Tiger Woods Sets Record
- At this year's Masters in Augusta, Georgia, attention was on whether Tiger Woods would make the cut.
- Woods finished his opening rounds with a 1-over-par and an even-par, securing him comfortably above the cut line.
- His score was well above the projected cut, marking his 24th consecutive cut, a tournament record.
- As one of 27 players still on the course, Woods had a grueling day, mentioning fatigue after playing 23 holes.
US government reportedly ponders crimping China's use of RISC-V: Permissive licenses may be about to collide with geopolitics
theregister.com/2024/04/24/us_commerce_china_risc_v_investigation/
Quick Glance: US Government Considers Restricting China's Use of RISC-V
- The US Department of Commerce is reportedly considering lawmakers' calls to make it harder for China to use the RISC-V instruction set architecture (ISA).
- RISC-V is permissively licensed, allowing developers to access the ISA for free and create proprietary or open source implementations for various applications.
- The Commerce Department is now reportedly examining RISC-V to review potential risks and assess appropriate actions that could address concerns effectively.
- China is already embracing RISC-V, with local chip design firms utilizing the ISA to develop desktop PC chips for Chinese schools and a server-grade processor for Alibaba Cloud.
UK Energy Bills Could Rise by £29 Billion on High Rates, Green Investments: Persistently high interest rates could add £29 billion ($36 billion) a year to UK ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-21/uk-energy-bills-could-rise-by-29-billion-on-high-interest-rates
'Icelandic storm' could bring snow to parts of UK within days: The UK could be in line for a major low-pressure system hitting over the next week ...
devonlive.com/news/uk-world-news/uk-weather-icelandic-storm-could-9237828
Meghan fears Archie and Lilibet are growing up 'deprived' of key thing: Meghan Markle is said to be missing "some aspects" of life in the UK and is ...
dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/celebrity/meghan-markle-fears-archie-lilibet-32610608
Quick Glance: Harry and Meghan Face Conundrum Over Balmoral Invitation
- Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could find themselves in a complicated situation, according to an expert, if King Charles invites them to join the Royal Family at Balmoral.
- It is expected that King Charles will extend an invitation to Harry and Meghan to visit the Scottish retreat this year, as it is customary for the monarch to invite family members during the holiday season.
- Royal expert and author Tom Quinn suggests that an invitation to the retreat could present a 'difficult' situation for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
- King Charles has reportedly extended an olive branch to Prince Harry and Meghan by 'hinting' at a visit to Balmoral this summer to improve relationships within the Royal family.
Couple who left dog to die while holidaying at Center Parcs dodge jail: Sophie Singer, 41, and Keith Byrne, 38, let their boxer dog Bentley starve and suffer for ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/23/couple-left-dog-die-holidaying-centre-parcs-dodge-jail-20704422/
UK businesses expand at fastest pace in 11 months, PMI survey shows: British businesses recorded their fastest growth in activity in nearly a year this month ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uk-businesses-expand-fastest-pace-11-months-pmi-survey-shows-2024-04-23/
Warwick Davis' wife Samantha dies aged 53: Samantha Davis, who co-founded the charity Little People UK, has died
liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/showbiz-news/warwick-davis-wife-samantha-dies-29015948
Quick Glance: 'Harry Potter' Actor Mourns Loss of Beloved Wife
- Actor Warwick Davis from 'Harry Potter' mourns the loss of his beloved wife, Samantha Davis, who passed away at the age of 53.
- Samantha, described by Warwick as his 'soulmate' and 'favorite human,' passed away on March 24, as announced by Lucasfilm in an emotional statement.
- Warwick emphasized his wife's caring spirit and community involvement as they co-founded the Little People U.K. charity together.
- Together, they leave behind two children, Annabelle and Harrison, who honor their mother as their best friend and a source of love and happiness.
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