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Truss learns the hard way that Britain isn’t America: Reaganism is a good idea, but Reaganism without the dollar isn’t

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Why Latin American food doesn’t get nearly enough credit: Like every food culture, Latin American food culture has nourishing, delicious food ...

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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.

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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

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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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

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Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership

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

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

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

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

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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 ...

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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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Donald Trump: How he becomes the star of a political thriller: A criminal trial that would make screenwriters green with envy begins in New York ...

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Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial

A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.

The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.

Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.

The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.

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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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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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US 'not involved in any offensive operation' after Israel carries retaliatory attacks against Iran

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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.

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Liz Truss: The world was safer under Trump: Former PM Liz Truss says she hopes Donald Trump wins the next US election.

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Quick Glance: Liz Truss: The World Was Safer Under Trump

Former PM Liz Truss expresses hope for Donald Trump to win the next US election, stating that the world is on the brink of a strong conflict and requires a strong America more than ever.

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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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Liz Truss: ‘I don’t believe in guardrails’: Britain’s shortest-serving prime minister on being ejected from office, the need for radical economic remedies — and ...

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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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If you think Liz Truss’s book is deluded, the TV interviews are even worse: The former prime minister has been hawking Ten Years to Save the West around the ...

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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.

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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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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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Bear cub recovering after being dropped by bystander who picked it up, took photos

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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 ...

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Ten Years to Save the West by Liz Truss review — as readable as a crisp packet: The former PM’s 300-page self-justification of her disastrous premiership is ...

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Quick Glance: Liz Truss: From Premiership to Resignation in 49 Days

Liz Truss became Prime Minister and resigned after just 49 days, despite her husband's prediction that 'it would all end in tears'.

Truss assumed office on September 6, 2022, succeeding Boris Johnson, but faced early challenges and personal struggles.

Despite implementing economic measures and facing political turbulence, Truss resigned after a mini-budget led to a pensions crisis.

She reflects on her failed tenure, attributing blame to structural issues and drawing parallels to the controversial football manager Brian Clough.

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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.

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Warwick Davis' wife Samantha dies aged 53: Samantha Davis, who co-founded the charity Little People UK, has died

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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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Britain’s Retail Sales Disappoint in Sign of Lackluster Recovery: UK retail sales stalled unexpectedly in March after shoppers scaled back spending on food and ...

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Liz Truss sheds tear as she reveals impact on her teenage daughters of short-lived premiership

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Rishi Sunak launches crackdown on Britain’s ‘sick note’ culture: Mental and behavioural disorders were most common cause given by doctors for ordering workers to ...

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Dad killed by friend's XL Bully suffered 'worst injuries doctor had ever seen': Jonathan Hogg had been looking after a friend's two dogs when one of them ...

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Nvidia drops 10% as investors see risk in Big Tech shares: US stock markets suffer their worst run since October 2022 as investors pull back from AI bets

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'Rust' armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed sentencing: Watch live: A movie weapons supervisor has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for the fatal shooting of a ...

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Quick Glance: 'Rust' Armorer Sentenced to 18 Months in Fatal Shooting

Former 'Rust' movie armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, was sentenced to 18 months in prison by the New Mexico District Court Judge.

The incident that shocked the film industry is believed to mark the first instance in recent history of a member of a film crew or cast being fatally injured by a live round mistakenly loaded into a firearm.

Baldwin's trial is scheduled for July 10 following his indictment for involuntary manslaughter in January.

Initially, Hutchins' death led to a halt in the use of real firearms and blank ammunition by US film and television productions, but many have resumed usage due to the authenticity they provide.

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The Biggest Deepfake Porn Website Is Now Blocked in the UK: The world's most-visited deepfake website and another large competing site are stopping people in the ...

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Rishi Sunak faces cabinet revolt over leaving ECHR: Chancellor, home secretary and justice secretary are among a dozen ministers against leaving the European ...

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Quick Glance: Cabinet Revolt Looms Over Rishi Sunak's ECHR Exit

According to reports by The Times, Rishi Sunak would face opposition from at least 12 cabinet ministers if he decides to leave the European Convention on Human Rights.

It is understood that Jeremy Hunt, the chancellor, James Cleverly, the home secretary, Alex Chalk, the justice secretary, and Chris Heaton-Harris, the Northern Ireland secretary, are among those against leaving the convention.

Following a significant ruling by the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg on Tuesday that governments have a duty to protect people from climate change, there is a growing sentiment among Conservative MPs to withdraw from the ECHR.

Last week, Sunak issued a threat to exit the ECHR if flights to Rwanda are not resumed.

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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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Cocoa hits record high as global shortage worsens in first quarter: London futures prices near £10,000 a tonne as poor west African harvests hit supplies

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NCAA women's title game: Early figures make it most-watched hoops game in 5 years

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Quick Glance: Record Audience at NCAA Women's Championship

South Carolina's victory over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in Sunday's women's NCAA championship game garnered a preliminary average viewership of 18.7 million on ABC and ESPN.

Nielsen's final numbers on Tuesday may reveal an increase in viewership.

It marks the most-watched basketball game since 2019, when the men's NCAA title game between Virginia and Texas Tech averaged 19.6 million viewers on CBS.

The women's final also recorded the highest viewership for a Sunday afternoon sporting event on ESPN and ABC since early 2021.

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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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The logic of Liz Truss’s delusion: Here is a list of just some of the people and things that failed prime minister Liz Truss has recently blamed for her own ...

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Mideast Enters Dangerous New Phase With Iran’s Attack On Israel: Israel and allies including the US, UK and France managed to mostly foil an unprecedented attack ...

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Japan is giving Washington 250 new cherry trees to replace those to be lost in construction work

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Quick Glance: Japan to Gift Washington 250 New Cherry Trees

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced that Japan will gift the United States 250 new cherry trees to replace the ones being removed.

In 1912, the first lady Helen Herron Taft and Viscountess Chinda planted the original cherry trees, symbolizing the friendship between the two countries.

The cherry tree gift signifies the strong alliance between the U.S. and Japan as they discuss Pacific security matters.

The Tidal Basin, a reservoir in Washington with a high concentration of cherry blossom trees, is undergoing renovations, prompting Japan to offer new saplings.

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RAF shot down 'a number of drones' in Iran's attack on Israel: Rishi Sunak has confirmed that the RAF shot done Iran attack drones headed towards ...

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Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense

At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.

Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.

Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.

A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.

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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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Hilary Cass: I can’t travel on public transport after gender report: Author of landmark review into transgender treatment tells of online abuse and her dismay at ...

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Sydney church stabbing: bishop injured in second knife attack: Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel was injured while delivering a sermon that was being streamed online ...

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Quick Glance: Bishop's Premonition and Stabbing Incident

A well-known Sydney bishop, stabbed during a sermon, had been warned of a potential attack on his life in recent weeks.

The attack on Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel, allegedly by a 15-year-old, occurred at the Christ the Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley on Monday night following a sermon where the bishop mentioned that his death was imminent.

The bishop clarified that his potential passing would not be an attempt to escape or avoid life, but rather a conscious desire to be with God.

A 15-year-old boy was arrested after the attack on the bishop and three other men during a service at an Assyrian Orthodox church in Sydney's southwest. The bishop was taken to the hospital with multiple stab wounds and is currently in stable condition.

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UK drug shortages swell amid Brexit supply woes, think-tank data shows

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JK Rowling: I won’t forgive Harry Potter stars over pro-trans views: The author criticised celebrities who supported the transitioning of children ...

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Quick Glance: JK Rowling's Dramatic Fall and Tragedy with Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe

The relationship between JK Rowling and the actors of the Harry Potter franchise has significantly worsened.

Rowling's comments on trans rights have led to a serious conflict.

The discussion surrounding trans rights and Rowling's stance has far-reaching implications for the public.

There is a need to engage in respectful and informative debate and find solutions that are fair to all parties involved.

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Rock icon slams Taylor Swift: ‘Not important’: Fan footage has shown the carefree moment Travis Kelce lifts Taylor Swift over his head during a Dom Dolla set at ...

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Quick Glance: Rock Icon Criticizes Taylor Swift: 'Not Important'

Outspoken rock legend Courtney Love criticized Lana Del Rey, Madonna, and Taylor Swift in a new interview, stating that the latter is 'not important.'

Love expressed negative views on Taylor Swift, calling her 'not important' and uninteresting as an artist, despite potentially being a safe space for girls.

She also mentioned her ongoing feud with Madonna, dating back to their awkward encounter on MTV in 1995.

Furthermore, Love harshly criticized Lana Del Rey, suggesting she delay the release of her upcoming album 'Lasso' until 2031 due to perceived overexposure.

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Bishop stabbed in Sydney church says he forgives attacker: Mar Mari Emmanuel shares message from hospital bed after being attacked while giving a sermon that was ...

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Forget boomers vs millennials, the next conflict is millennials vs each other: Growing wealth inequality between thirtysomethings could soon displace tensions ...

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Taylor Swift fans lose at least $1 million to Eras Tour scams in the UK: Thousands of Taylor Swift’s UK fans have been duped into buying fake tickets for her ...

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Quick Glance: Taylor Swift's New Album 'The Tortured Poets Department' Needs an Editor: Review

Taylor Swift's 11th studio album delves into her recent romances over 16 songs and a second LP, but the recurring themes yield diminishing returns.

Swift's stretch of productivity and commercial success was also emotionally tumultuous, as revealed in her album 'The Tortured Poets Department.'

The album returns to autobiographical and sometimes spiteful tales of heartbreak, full of detailed, referential lyrics that Swift's fans will delight in decoding.

The first two songs of the album serve as potent reminders of how viscerally Swift can summon the flushed delirium of a doomed romance, with the title track showcasing a humanizing touch.

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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.

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Muslims as an electoral potential in the USA: Islam has been part of the nation since the USA was founded, and more and more immigrants from the Middle East and ...

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Prince Harry says travel industry must do more for local communities: Britain's Prince Harry said it was crucial the travel industry did better by the local ...

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Password crackdown leads to more income for Netflix: Netflix to stop reporting subscriber numbers, prioritizing viewer engagement instead.

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Quick Glance: Netflix to Cease Reporting Subscriber Numbers from 2025

Netflix will no longer report subscriber numbers starting from the first quarter of 2025. The announcement came with the first quarter 2024 results where Netflix exceeded expectations.

Despite the success in the first quarter, Netflix shares dropped over 4.5% after-hours upon revealing the decision to stop reporting quarterly subscriber totals.

The choice to discontinue reporting quarterly membership numbers or average revenue per member is based on Netflix's belief that engagement time is the best indicator of customer satisfaction.

Netflix plans to announce major subscriber milestones but will halt reporting quarterly subscriber numbers and shift investor focus towards time-spent-viewing metrics.

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'Golden Bachelor' couple Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist announce they are divorcing

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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 ...

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Assange extradition moves closer as US provides UK court with assurances

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How Iran’s Revolutionary Guard is working to gain a foothold in Britain: Accused of more than a dozen assassination attempts and kidnaps, the IRGC appears to be ...

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Apr 19

Amazon could soon be forced to recognise UK's GMB trade union: U.S. technology and retail giant Amazon AMZN.O could soon be required to formally recognise the ...

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Apr 19

A not so fond farewell: the Americanisation of Prince Harry is almost complete : The Sussexes have dropped their biggest hint yet that they may finally swap ...

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Apr 15

Liz Truss considered sacking Andrew Bailey as BoE governor after ‘mini’ Budget: Former UK prime minister hits at central bank and Treasury for being ‘fatalistic ...

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Apr 09

Watch: Italy’s Mount Etna Blows Rare ‘Vortex Rings’ Into Sky: The “volcanic vortex rings” are a rare phenomenon generated by the combination of rapid gas release ...

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Apr 17

Man who set fire to UK mosque worshippers indefinitely detained: A man who set fire to two men as they left mosques in Britain last year was sentenced to ...

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Apr 15

Salman Rushdie: Unleashed Donald Trump will drive me back to Britain: In his memoir, Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder, the author recalls the attack ...

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Northern Lights will be visible in the UK tonight - best places to see aurora: The aurora borealis - or Northern Lights - are set to make an appearance on Friday ...

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Apr 18

Brussels proposes return to pre-Brexit mobility for UK and EU young people: European Commission to seek approval from leaders to start talks with UK on visa-free ...

theguardian.com/politics/2024/apr/18/brussels-proposes-return-to-pre-brexit-free-movement-for-uk-and-eu-young-people

Quick Glance: EU Proposes Mobility Expansion for UK and EU Youth

The European Commission has proposed opening negotiations with the UK to allow mobility for millions of 18- to 30-year-olds before Brexit.

Under the planned agreement, EU and UK citizens aged between 18 and 30 could have the opportunity to stay in the destination country for an extended period.

The decision by the commission, which was previously strongly against concessions to the UK, is seen as a breakthrough in UK-EU relations.

If approved, millions of young people could come to the UK to fill the gap left by Brexit in the hospitality sector and at universities.

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Apr 15

On the day UK introduced Mark Pope, it was Kentucky fans who made a statement

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Quick Glance: Enthusiastic Kentucky Fans Welcome Mark Pope as New Wildcats Coach at Rupp Arena

Mark Pope's debut game as Kentucky's coach is still over six months away. However, the manner in which fans packed Rupp Arena for his unveiling as UK's new men's basketball coach would surprise those unfamiliar with the sport's calendar, considering the 2024-25 season doesn't commence until November.

Rupp Arena accommodates 20,500 spectators. The lower section of the venue features 10,000 theater-style seats, all of which were occupied. The upper section, with an additional 10,500 seats, took longer to fill, but by the time Pope was formally introduced at 4:54 p.m. on Sunday, not a single seat was vacant.

All of this to greet back a beloved figure.

"We witness these introductory press conferences frequently," Pope remarked. "No individual worldwide has ever witnessed a spectacle like this."

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O.J. Simpson: 1947 - 2024: O.J. Simpson, the American football star and actor who was acquitted in a sensational 1995 trial of murdering his former wife but was ...

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Quick Glance: O.J. Simpson's Failed Attempt at Rebranding

O.J. Simpson tried unsuccessfully to improve his image through social media.

Despite attempts at normalization through videos, he could not alter his negative image.

Expert Bernt Ullmann explains Simpson's lack of remorse, crucial for a successful comeback.

Simpson's controversial videos further polarized and isolated him from the public.

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Lift engineer, 31, is crushed to death as he tries to free trapped woman: Firefighters were dispatched to the scene in Aci Sant’Antonio, south east of Palermo ...

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Apr 16

Smoking ban vote result: victory for Rishi Sunak as Badenoch leads Tory revolt: The business secretary joins dozens of Conservative MPs opposed to proposals to ...

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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.

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Taxi driver won lottery six weeks ago – but hasn't seen a penny due to new rule: Ray Laird from Bootle, Merseyside, has been playing the National Lottery for 30 ...

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The storm is gathering, and Europe is still dithering on defending itself: We are a few geo-political inches from a Third World War. When will we take the ...

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Apr 15

Financial Times: News, analysis and opinion from the Financial Times on the latest in markets, economics and politics

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'Time traveller' explains what life is like in 6000 and has photo to prove it: A man has claimed to have been part of a secret program to send people forward in ...

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Rise of Brotox: Men turn to cosmetic treatments to stay youthful: Celebrities including Cillian Murphy and Liam Payne are inspiring others to book an appointment

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Can Blur’s drummer win for Labour at the UK general election?: Dave Rowntree, the drummer and ‘quiet one’ in Blur, is swapping the tour bus for the battle bus ...

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Ben Bernanke says BoE must revamp main economic model: Nobel laureate cites ‘significant shortcomings’ and calls for end of fan charts

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Quick Glance: Improve: Bernanke Critiques Bank of England's Handling of Inflation Crisis

The Bank of England has deteriorated in economic forecasting, with faulty models and outdated systems. Communication with the public needs enhancement.

Ben Bernanke's report includes 12 detailed recommendations, which Andrew Bailey, the Bank's governor, intends to act upon. Bernanke emphasizes the Bank's potential for significant improvement.

Bernanke criticizes the Bank's use of fan charts, suggesting they lack useful information and should be replaced with more transparent communication methods. He highlights the need for clearer decision-making reasoning.

Despite recommendations, Bernanke avoided speculating on past actions, indicating room for substantial improvement within the Bank's processes. The report conveys a clear message: the Bank could have performed much better.

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