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US newspaper faces backlash over alleged antisemitic freelancers: A freelancer who contributed to The Times reportedly praised Adolf Hitler on Facebook
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U.S. Economic Growth Slows to 1.6%: U.S. economic growth slowed in the first part of the year, falling short of economists’ expectations.
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Ukraine uses long-range missiles secretly provided by US to hit Russian-held areas, officials say
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
Joe Biden signs the bill that could ban TikTok in the United States: The bill that will force a sale or ban of TikTok in the United States is now law.
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Quick Glance: Measures Against TikTok: Biden Sets Deadline for Sale
- President Biden has signed legislation requiring ByteDance to fully divest from TikTok within a year or potentially face a nationwide ban.
- This action poses a significant challenge to the future of the video-streaming app in the U.S. and escalates the technological conflict between America and China.
- TikTok plans to take legal action against the Biden administration, citing concerns that the law could impede the free speech of millions of Americans.
- This requirement was incorporated into a bill providing foreign aid for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, mandating ByteDance to sell its stake in TikTok within 12 months under the threat of closure.
US births retreat after pandemic-era growth: The number of births in the United States fell by 2% in 2023 from the previous year, driven in part by a marked ...
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Quick Glance: Decline in US Births, Teen Births at Record Low: CDC
- The overall number of births in the United States dropped in 2023 as teenage births reached a record low, according to new provisional federal data published early Thursday.
- Between 2015 and 2020, there was an average decrease in the number of births by 2% per year, including a 4% decline from 2019 to 2020.
- There was a slight increase in births by 1% from 2020 to 2021, and the number remained generally stable from 2021 to 2022, according to the report.
Family of man killed when Chicago police fired 96 times during traffic stop file wrongful death suit
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Seizing Russian funds: the USA is tinkering with international law: Congress authorizes President Biden to seize Russian dollar reserves for the reconstruction ...
nzz.ch/international/russische-gelder-beschlagnahmen-die-usa-schrauben-am-internationalen-recht-ld.1827574
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Biden administration finalizes rule to grant overtime for millions more salaried workers
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Quick Glance: Biden Grants Overtime Pay to 4 Million US Workers
- The Biden administration unveiled a rule requiring employers to pay overtime premiums to an estimated 4 million salaried workers earning less than $1,128 per week.
- The salary threshold will be automatically adjusted every three years to reflect changes in average earnings.
- The rule does not affect overtime requirements for hourly workers.
- The new rule is expected to face legal challenges, with many businesses expressing concerns about economic uncertainty and labor shortages.
China vs. USA: TikTok controversy could strengthen democracy: China's stance on TikTok could inadvertently promote digital ethics and pave the way for stricter ...
t-online.de/digital/kolumne-nicole-diekmann/id_100392090/china-vs-usa-tiktok-kontroverse-koennte-demokratie-staerken.html
The United States in recent weeks secretly shipped long-range missiles to Ukraine for use in its battle to fight off Russian invaders ...
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A photographer documented Black cowboys across the U.S. for a new book: NPR's A Martinez speaks with photojournalist Ivan McClellan about his new book ...
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FTC votes to ban noncompete agreements for most workers: U.S. companies would no longer be able to bar employees from taking jobs with competitors under a rule ...
apnews.com/article/jobs-employers-noncompete-agreements-economy-pay-4d7b3eb8e143cfd52025c7f2f5259fc4
Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits
- The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.
- The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.
- Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.
- Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.
The United States is preparing a $1 billion military aid package for Ukraine, the first to be sourced from the yet to be signed Ukraine-Israel bill ...
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Court overturns Weinstein verdict: The Supreme Court of New York has overturned the verdict against former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein and ordered a new ...
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Australian police launch manhunt for Home and Away star Orpheus Pledger: Australian police are searching for Home and Away star Orpheus Pledger ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642368
Does the “Kavalierhaus” need a new name?: The name “Kavalierhaus” comes from Adolf Hitler. Historians and Greens are calling for a critical look at the history ...
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Kellner from Windischgarsten sent recordings with Hitler in the mailing package: WINDISCHGARSTE. A waiter sold CDs of rock bands that worshiped Adolf Hitler and ...
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Billboard company dumps racist, antisemitic images displayed in Michigan, apologizes
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2024/04/23/american-islamic-group-leaders-condemn-hitler-racist-billboards-in-southeast-michigan/73426966007/
Maidenhead Talking Newspaper marks 40-years of reading the headlines: A charity making free audio copies of the Advertiser for visually impaired people has ...
maidenhead-advertiser.co.uk/news/maidenhead/196093/maidenhead-talking-newspaper-marks-40-years-of-reading-the-headlines.html
Charles move left ‘furious’ Harry ‘in tears’: Prince Harry was left “furious” and “in tears” after his father decided to evict his family from Frogmore Cottage ...
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Quick Glance: Meghan Markle's Podcast Delayed until 2025 - Issues with Schedule
- Meghan Markle's podcast with Lemonada Media has been delayed until next year, as reported by sources.
- The company is struggling to launch the podcast to avoid overshadowing by the Duchess's new Netflix project.
- The couple signed a lucrative $100 million Netflix deal and have two new series in early production stages.
- Markle is currently focusing on her new brand and Netflix series centered around cooking and polo.
Man who attacked police after storming US Capitol with Confederate flag gets over 2 years in prison
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Meeting with Erdogan: Hitler comparisons and insults - Steinmeier's acid test in Ankara
welt.de/politik/ausland/article251166944/Treffen-mit-Erdogan-Hitler-Vergleiche-und-Schmaehungen-Steinmeiers-Haertetest-in-Ankara.html
Quick Glance: Turkey Should Not Provide Sanctuary to Hamas
- The images of the meeting between the Turkish President and the Hamas leader in Istanbul are causing unease. Supporting the terrorist organization is problematic. The Islamists are no longer suitable as negotiating partners for resolving the Middle East conflict.
- Recep Tayyip Erdogan received Hamas leader Ismail Haniya with a certain statesmanship and drew parallels between Hamas and Turkish insurgents. Turkey adamantly refuses to categorize Hamas as a terrorist organization.
- Speculations are arising about a potential relocation of Hamas leaders from Qatar to Turkey. Qatar is under pressure due to its closeness to Islamists. Turkey could be an appealing choice for Hamas.
- Moving the Hamas headquarters to Turkey would be a provocation towards Israel and its allies. Hamas has discredited itself as a reliable negotiating partner. A political resolution of the Middle East conflict should exclude the involvement of Hamas.
“All he talks about is revenge”: Author Rushdie urgently warns against Donald Trump’s re-election
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Police arrest German nationals performing nazi salute at Hitler's home : The display of Nazi symbols is considered prohibited by law in Germany and Austria ...
jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-798326
House Approves Bill Banning TikTok in the US (Again): Congress tries again with a TikTok ban, this time bundling it into a foreign aid package.
uk.pcmag.com/mobile-apps/151942/a-bill-banning-tiktok-in-the-us-just-passed-the-house
Four Germans Arrested in Austria For Commemorating Hitler’s Birthday: One was seen giving a stiff-armed Nazi salute outside the home where Adolf Hitler was born ...
thedailybeast.com/four-germans-arrested-in-austria-for-commemorating-hitlers-birthday
26-year-old shows Hitler salute: Germans make pilgrimage to Hitler's birthplace - Arrest
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Tesla cuts its car prices around the world after week of turmoil for the company: The company dropped its starting prices of its Model X, Model Y and Model S by ...
npr.org/2024/04/21/1246256484/tesla-car-price-cuts-elon-musk-cybertruck
Nazi Lebensborn homes: children beget for Hitler: The National Socialists bred "Aryan" offspring in the "Lebensborn" and deported children to the homes as part ...
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After Iran's major attack: Friendly states are said to have prevented Israel from taking more massive retaliation
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America’s trust in its institutions has collapsed: What are the consequences?
economist.com/united-states/2024/04/17/americas-trust-in-its-institutions-has-collapsed
A video shows people trying to pull 2 black bear cubs from trees in North Carolina
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Boomers Bought Up the Big Homes. Now They’re Not Budging.: Many empty-nesters are staying put rather than downsizing, keeping housing inventory tight in a market ...
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Siblings killed when suspected intoxicated driver crashes into child's birthday party in Michigan
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Quick Glance: Sibling Fatally Hit by Car at Birthday Party
- A young brother and sister died, and several people were injured, some seriously, when a vehicle driven by a suspected drunken driver crashed into a young child's birthday party at a boat club in Berlin Township, Michigan, on Saturday.
- An 8-year-old girl and her 5-year-old brother died in the crash, as a 66-year-old woman drove about 25 feet into the building, according to Monroe County Sheriff Troy Goodnough.
- Three children and six adults were taken to hospitals with life-threatening injuries, while others received first aid on site and some were transported by private vehicles.
- The driver was taken into custody and is suspected of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol causing death. Further charges may be pending as the investigation continues.
Viral 'Not Real' Plane Woman Is Now a Right-Wing Influencer: Several months after her viral moment, Tiffany Gomas has garnered fresh attention with an ...
newsweek.com/tiffany-gomas-not-real-tiktok-video-ultra-right-beer-photo-1891657
4 Germans arrested over tribute at Hitler’s Austrian birthplace: One woman gave a Nazi salute, while a cellphone chat with her companions contained Nazi-related ...
politico.eu/article/braunau-am-inn-adolf-hitler-birthplace-germans-arrested-austria/
TikTok: US House of Representatives votes for possible TikTok ban: The Chamber of Congress wants to force the Chinese owner of TikTok to sell the video platform ...
zeit.de/politik/ausland/2024-04/us-repraesentantenhaus-stimmt-fuer-moegliches-tiktok-verbot
Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
- The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.
- In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.
- Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'
- San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
Following US Palestine veto at UN, Abbas to rethink bilateral ties | DPA: The Palestinian leadership in the West Bank wants to reconsider its bilateral relations ...
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Rudy Giuliani Compares His Trial to Hitler's Nazi Germany: Giuliani said legal action against him and Donald Trump was reminiscent of Hitler's Germany and ...
newsweek.com/rudy-giuliani-compares-trial-hitler-nazi-germany-1892497
Uber bans woman called 'Swastika’ Chandra' over her name, apologises later: 'We appreciate her...' | Mint
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'Swastika' Chandra banned from Uber App for unusual first name: A woman shares how she was suddenly banned on the Uber app for her name.
news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/incidents/sydney-woman-wins-battle-after-uber-banned-her-over-first-name/news-story/5b80b0a5dc854fdae6262d56e2896671
Israel is ‘worse than Hitler’s Nazis’ claims Iran’s man in Ireland: The Iranian ambassador to Ireland, Dr Kazem Sharif Kazemi, has compared Israel’s actions in ...
independent.ie/irish-news/israel-is-worse-than-hitlers-nazis-claims-irans-man-in-ireland/a1529731845.html
UN Security Council: USA blocks full UN membership for Palestine: The application for full membership of the United Nations for Palestine was submitted 13 years ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/19/un-sicherheitsrat-usa-palaestina
Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership
- In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.
- The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.
- The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.
- Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.
US 'not involved in any offensive operation' after Israel carries retaliatory attacks against Iran
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Iran follows in footsteps of Imperial Japan, Nazi Germany, and Soviet Russia - opinion
jpost.com/middle-east/iran-follows-in-footsteps-of-imperial-japan-nazi-germany-and-soviet-russia-797808
Majority in US House of Representatives votes for further aid to Ukraine: The US House of Representatives has given the green light for further aid to Ukraine ...
tagesschau.de/eilmeldung/eilmeldung-7796.html
Bear cub recovering after being dropped by bystander who picked it up, took photos
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Watch live: Senate dismisses all impeachment charges against Mayorkas: The Senate has dismissed all impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary ...
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Ukraine war: The safe distance makes the West irresponsible: An escalating bellicose zeitgeist declares it a “catastrophe” when people think out loud about ...
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Neo-Nazi jailed for naming son ‘Adolf’ secures early release: Holocaust denier Adam Thomas, 27, who also said he would ‘kill a mixed-race’ child ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/20/neo-nazi-jailed-naming-son-adolf-secures-early-release-20685853/
Happy hour is here: It's time to nominate your favourite pub: We're inviting newspaper readers to nominate their favourite pub where they love to wine and dine ...
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College is hard enough — try doing it while raising kids: More than 5 million college students are also parents. But many colleges do little to support them ...
npr.org/2024/04/18/1243709966/college-student-parents-child-care-costs
Body found on beach in search for missing man: Edward Procter was last seen on the morning of Saturday, April 13
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Philippines says decision to strengthen ties with Japan, US a 'sovereign choice': The Philippines' decision to ramp up ties with Japan and the United States is a ...
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Hyundai is the latest brand to pause advertising on X due to antisemitism: Automaker Hyundai said it has paused its advertising on X, a day after an ad from the ...
cnn.com/2024/04/18/business/hyundai-pause-advertising-x-antisemitism/
Columbia U. Newspaper Kids Working ‘Overtime’ to Get Protests Right: As the protests inside and outside campus reach a boiling point, the school’s newspaper is ...
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Afghanistan: The latest on the Taliban takeover: Since the Taliban took power on August 15, 2021, living conditions for girls and women have deteriorated ...
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Dagwood Takes a Back Seat as Blondie Hires a Pastry Chef: Creators will spotlight Blondie in the comic strip, as she brings someone on board for her catering ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/22/arts/blondie-comic-strip.html
“Forbidden selfies” and roses for Hitler: Couples from the Plattling area cause outrage in Braunau
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Today in Austria: A roundup of the latest news on Monday: Children under 7 are the largest asylum-seeking group, Lower Austria police to hold counterterrorism ...
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“Birthday trip” to Braunau: German neo-Nazis brought roses and posed with Hitler salutes - Brauna
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Braunschweig: This is what's happening today in the Nazis' former cadre factory: The large lecture hall in the school building has largely been preserved ...
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An obscure communist newspaper is shaping Japan’s politics: Stories by Shimbun Akahata consistently pack a punch
economist.com/asia/2024/04/18/an-obscure-communist-newspaper-is-shaping-japans-politics
Russian Newspaper Says Correspondent Killed in Ukraine
: Russia's Izvestia newspaper said Saturday one of its military correspondents was killed in a Ukrainian ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/20/russian-newspaper-says-correspondent-killed-in-ukraine-a84909
Because on the Rhine - Abyssal encounter on stage: In a musical reading in the Haus der Volksbildung, Marianne Blum and Thomas Linke let Anne Frank's diary and ...
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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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Hertha BSC rents a cinema in Berlin! You'll never guess the movie... | Sports: Does Hertha still believe in the great miracle? In any case, the Berliners are ...
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EU demands answers on money-for-views version of TikTok: TikTok Lite launched in France and Spain this week.
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642174
Hilchenbach: “The Third Way” is hosting a demo on Saturday, April 20th: “The Third Way” apparently uses the birthday of Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler to ...
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Far-right led by self-styled 'hitler' approved by electoral commission : Alek Yerbury's National Rebirth Party has been given the go ahead by the Electoral ...
dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/new-far-right-party-approved-32618924
By killing 14,000 innocent children in Gaza, Israel has outdone Hitler, says Turkish president
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Bosch with declining sales: German flagship company wants to cut jobs: Bosch, known primarily as an automotive supplier, is undergoing a painful transformation - ...
focus.de/finanzen/news/miele-jetzt-auch-bosch-deutsche-vorzeigeunternehmen-unter-druck_id_259853894.html
11 Republican "fake electors" indicted for falsely declaring Trump won Arizona: Eighteen people including Donald Trump’s former chief of staff Mark Meadows and ...
apnews.com/article/arizona-fake-electors-charges-2020-election-9da5a7e58814ed55ceea1ca55401af85
Quick Glance: 11 Republican 'Fake Electors' Charged in Arizona
- Eleven Republicans were charged in Arizona for falsely claiming that Donald Trump won the 2020 presidential election in Arizona against Joe Biden.
- They met in Phoenix to sign a certificate declaring Trump had won the state. The document was sent to Congress and the National Archives but ignored.
- The Arizona charges follow indictments against fake electors in Nevada, Michigan, and Georgia.
- The charges allege conspiracy, fraud, and forgery as they falsely declared Trump as the winner in Arizona despite Biden's victory by over 10,000 votes.
New York appeals court overturns Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction from landmark #MeToo trial
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Quick Glance: New York Overturns Harvey Weinstein's 2020 Rape Conviction
- New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, citing prejudicial rulings by the judge in the landmark #MeToo trial.
- The State Court of Appeals ruling reopens a painful chapter in America's reckoning with sexual misconduct by powerful figures, ordering a new trial where his accusers might have to relive their traumas.
- Weinstein, 72, has been serving a 23-year sentence in a New York prison following his conviction, but will remain imprisoned due to another rape conviction in Los Angeles in 2022.
- This decision marks another setback for #MeToo, following the US Supreme Court's refusal to hear an appeal in the Bill Cosby case, where his sexual assault conviction was overturned by a Pennsylvania court.
US economy grew less than expected in first quarter at 1.6% rate: Higher than expected price pressures cast doubt on potential for Fed rate cuts
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Biden administration issues new rules on airline fees and refunds: The Biden administration is setting new rules on airline fees and refunds ...
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Quick Glance: New Rules for Airline Refunds and Fees
- The Transportation Department will require airlines to automatically refund fares when flights are canceled or delayed and to reveal more about extra fees before booking.
- The department's new rules target the issues of refunds and surprise fees late in the booking process.
- Passenger advocates welcome the new steps as a massive improvement in consumer rights and passenger protection.
- Starting in October, the new D.O.T. rules will include a unified definition for a "significant" delay.
Macron Says Inflation Cannot Be Sole Target of Monetary Policy: French President Emmanuel Macron said inflation can no longer be the only target for European ...
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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.
Trump immunity hearing: US Supreme Court hearing begins - BBC News: The landmark case will decide whether an ex-president can be charged for allegedly illegal ...
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Quick Glance: Supreme Court to Decide on Donald Trump's Prosecution Immunity
- Donald Trump argues before the Supreme Court that as a former President, he is largely immune from prosecution. The decision will impact the speed at which Trump faces trial in Washington, D.C.
- At the heart of the matter is whether a former President enjoys immunity from criminal prosecution. Trump's team contends his actions were official acts shielded from prosecution, while prosecutors argue against immunity.
- Legal experts anticipate Trump's likely defeat at the Supreme Court. The outcome could also affect his other ongoing trials.
- With a 6-3 conservative majority, the Court has various options, including affirming Trump's immunity claim, setting a precedent, or remanding the case for further review by the D.C. judge.
Who could buy TikTok?: The clock has begun ticking for TikTok to find a new owner.
cnn.com/2024/04/25/tech/who-could-buy-tiktok/
Quick Glance: Potential Buyers for TikTok Revealed
- The clock is ticking for TikTok to find a new owner. President Joe Biden signed a law that could ban TikTok in the US unless ByteDance sells the app. Possible buyers range from tech companies to retailers and investment bankers.
- Established tech giants like Meta or Google are unlikely buyers due to antitrust hurdles. Large companies with deep pockets face regulatory skepticism, although they could have the resources to purchase TikTok.
- Microsoft, which has shown interest in TikTok in the past, may have another opportunity after successfully navigating antitrust scrutiny with the Activision Blizzard deal. Oracle and former US government officials like Steven Mnuchin are also potential buyers.
- Mnuchin has announced assembling a team of investors to acquire TikTok. His offer, however, might exclude TikTok's algorithm, sparking controversial discussions. Other potential buyers like Kevin O'Leary are also considering acquiring TikTok, with O'Leary suggesting an initial bid between $20 and $30 billion.
China warns Antony Blinken US must choose between ‘co-operation or confrontation’
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Quick Glance: China warns US to Choose Cooperation or Confrontation with Antony Blinken
- Blinken expected to demand Beijing cease support for Russia
- Tensions rise over accusations of China aiding Russia in Ukraine
- US accused of hindering Chinese industrial growth through export controls
- US and China seek to stabilize relations before US election campaign
Giuliani among 18 charged in Arizona election scheme; Trump an unindicted co-conspirator
reuters.com/world/us/grand-jury-indicts-18-alleged-arizona-fake-elector-scheme-re-elect-trump-2024-04-24/
Quick Glance: Giuliani, 17 Others Indicted in Arizona for Fake Elector Scheme; Trump Named Co-Conspirator
- Rudy Giuliani, a former lawyer for Donald Trump, is among 18 individuals indicted in Arizona for allegedly illegally attempting to claim the state's 2020 electoral votes for the former US president, with Trump identified as an unindicted co-conspirator.
- The indictment in Maricopa County Superior Court lists 11 defendants and redacts the names of seven others. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes stated that these names would be disclosed after serving all defendants with the indictment.
- The indictment alleges that the defendants pressured state officials to change election results, including fraud, forgery, and conspiracy, carrying potential sentences ranging from six months to over 12 years upon conviction.
- Several individuals posing as electors for Trump have been charged in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, and Nevada. The fake elector scheme is also a focal point in the federal case against Trump led by Special Counsel Jack Smith.
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